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Immersion Classes (up to 80% of children's day is spent in English)
The English Immersion Program at Eisu Gakkan Elementary School is designed
to provide language competency and international understanding through
a partial language immersion experience.
The program aims to develop knowledgeable minds and hearts in students who
will work together to create a more caring and peaceful world through global
understanding and respect.
- English is used in 70% of lessons.
- Students learn about the culture and customs of Japan and countries around the world.
- Students become proficient at communication in Japanese, as well as English.
When acquiring a second language it is important that children do so as naturally as they learn their first language (Japanese). With this in mind, early immersion programs were developed. Providing children with daily opportunities to learn, play and socialize in English enhances the rate of acquisition of a second language.
We have an exchange program and classes inviting students from Greatfalls Elementary School (USA) which implements Japanese immersion.
Katoh Gakuen first introduced English immersion to Japan. With the cooperation of our sister school, Katoh Elementary School, and authorized International Baccalaureate school we will continue to improve our exchange program and consequently, our students' abilities.
Through an integrated curriculum and a wide repertoire of strategies employed by teachers the learning experience is far more meaningful for children - helping them grow academically, socially and personally. This provides a greater learning experience and develops greater linguistic and cultural understanding,