For families moving abroad

Global Start Camp

Build English confidence in 3 months. Before starting school abroad, check your child's English and get a head start on the 'real school English' they'll need in class.

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Why Global Start Camp?

Who it's for

  • Kinder–G2 children about to move abroad or who just arrived
  • Children who want to start English with an international-school-style course

Key goals

  • Adapting to a real elementary classroom abroad
  • Grade 1–2 level reading and speaking foundations
  • A curriculum by school teachers that gets kids talking
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STEP 01 · Discovery Class (assessment)

Before regular classes, just 2 sessions to pinpoint where your child is.

Why a Discovery Class? Native-speaking teachers assess phonics, reading, and speaking separately to identify your child's strengths and gaps, and suggest a learning direction aligned with US grade standards (Common Core, Lexile).

Session 1: Basic assessment

  • LTR (phonics) + speaking (assessment-focused)

Session 2: In-depth analysis

  • Book reading + speaking + pronunciation feedback

$59 for both sessions

  • Small group of 3
  • Student Discovery Report (PDF)
  • 1:1 in-depth analysis and level placement
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STEP 02 · Global Start Camp (regular course)

"Your child's English settles naturally into a global classroom." — 3 months · 36 classes · 3×/week, 60 min · $630 per 4 weeks

LTR (Phonics) · 1×/week

  • Phonics rules and sight word recognition
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Reading · 1×/week

  • Nonfiction reading, key vocabulary, and background knowledge
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Speaking · 1×/week

  • Speaking in full sentences & problem solving
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Detailed activities

🗣️ Speaking

Small Talk & Problem Solving

  • From light conversation to problem-solving questions that build critical thinking.

Full Sentence Practice

  • The teacher guides children to answer in full sentences, not single words, with repeated practice.

📖 Reading

Early Reading & Vocabulary

  • Leveled books build English exposure and related key vocabulary.

Comprehension

  • Riddles and picture descriptions train listening and thinking.

🧩 Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

  • Children read a picture, understand the situation, and solve the problem themselves.

Levels & report

Level 1 (Kinder ~ G1)

Lexile: BR ~ 400L

  • Basic phonics, sight word recognition, writing simple sentences

Level 2 (G1 ~ G2)

Lexile: 400L ~ 650L

  • Understanding short informational texts, processing information, and expanded answers

Student Report

After the Discovery Class you receive a detailed report on 5 areas.

  • Phonics Accuracy: letter-sound recognition, blending
  • Reading Comprehension: sight words, sentence understanding, story structure
  • Speaking & Expression: clarity, sentence building, response speed
  • Classroom Adaptability: focus, participation, attitude toward using English
  • Next Steps: recommended level and a concrete growth guide
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FAQ

Q. Why is the assessment class combined?

  • To assess overall skills and attitude — phonics, reading, and speaking — in a short time.

Q. Can a child who is just starting English join?

  • Yes, if your child can blend short-vowel words and read 2–3 lines on a page. Level 1 (Kinder–G1) starts with basic phonics and simple everyday talk to spark interest in English.

Q. How do we sign up for regular classes?

  • After the Discovery Class, your child is placed at the level recommended in the report.

Start your child's global first step today.

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