SEMONEMO English Program
Summer Writing Intensive
A 4-week intensive — a summer program to check and strengthen writing skills through Semonemo's structured writing curriculum
Season ended
This season's classes have ended. We'll share the next season's schedule as soon as it's set. Book a consultation now and we'll reach out first when enrollment opens.
Enrollment is available after a placement test and an individual consultation.
Summer Writing Intensive
The SEMONEMO Summer Writing Intensive runs as a special curriculum of Semonemo's regular program. Before moving on to the fall regular program, students check their essential writing skills while expanding the background knowledge writing requires and improving their reading comprehension. Classes use the essential writing genres for each level (story writing, nonfiction, argumentative writing). Two classes a week with the homeroom teacher allow for deeper reading comprehension.
Who Can Join
Students in Grades 1–8 who can participate in a class taught 100% in English. Classes are assigned through a level test.
Students are grouped by skill, regardless of grade.
Program Format
4-week intensive session
Small groups at every level (5 students)
Two main classes per week (50 minutes)
+ one coaching session per week (15 minutes)
$680
Tuition
Class Structure & Levels
Level 2.5
- Who it's for
- Students who can write 5–7 sentences in English · Reading level of late Grade 1 to early Grade 2 (US)
- Learning goals
- Reading comprehension, drafting and body-writing practice after reading Grade 2-level English books · Working with fiction and nonfiction texts
Level 3.5
- Who it's for
- Students who can write 8 or more sentences in English · Reading level of early Grade 3 (US)
- Learning goals
- Developing three-paragraph writing skills · Reading comprehension, drafting and body-writing practice with fiction and nonfiction texts
Level 4.5
- Who it's for
- Students who can write 3 or more paragraphs in English · Reading level of Grades 4–5 (US)
- Learning goals
- Developing five-paragraph writing skills · Informative and opinion writing practice using nonfiction texts · Project writing presentations
Level 5.5
- Who it's for
- Students who can write 5 or more paragraphs in English · Reading level of Grades 5–6 (US)
- Learning goals
- Developing writing of five or more paragraphs · Informative and opinion writing practice using nonfiction texts · Project writing presentations
Level 6.5
- Who it's for
- Students who can write 7 or more paragraphs in English · Middle school reading level (Grade 7+, US)
- Learning goals
- Developing seven-paragraph writing skills · Informative and opinion writing practice using nonfiction texts · Analytical essays · Project writing presentations
Level 7.5
- Who it's for
- Students who can write 7 or more paragraphs in English · Reading level of Grade 8+ (US)
- Learning goals
- Developing writing of seven or more paragraphs · Informative and opinion writing practice using nonfiction texts · Analytical essays · Project writing presentations
| Level | Who it's for | Learning goals |
|---|---|---|
| Level 2.5 | Students who can write 5–7 sentences in English · Reading level of late Grade 1 to early Grade 2 (US) | Reading comprehension, drafting and body-writing practice after reading Grade 2-level English books · Working with fiction and nonfiction texts |
| Level 3.5 | Students who can write 8 or more sentences in English · Reading level of early Grade 3 (US) | Developing three-paragraph writing skills · Reading comprehension, drafting and body-writing practice with fiction and nonfiction texts |
| Level 4.5 | Students who can write 3 or more paragraphs in English · Reading level of Grades 4–5 (US) | Developing five-paragraph writing skills · Informative and opinion writing practice using nonfiction texts · Project writing presentations |
| Level 5.5 | Students who can write 5 or more paragraphs in English · Reading level of Grades 5–6 (US) | Developing writing of five or more paragraphs · Informative and opinion writing practice using nonfiction texts · Project writing presentations |
| Level 6.5 | Students who can write 7 or more paragraphs in English · Middle school reading level (Grade 7+, US) | Developing seven-paragraph writing skills · Informative and opinion writing practice using nonfiction texts · Analytical essays · Project writing presentations |
| Level 7.5 | Students who can write 7 or more paragraphs in English · Reading level of Grade 8+ (US) | Developing writing of seven or more paragraphs · Informative and opinion writing practice using nonfiction texts · Analytical essays · Project writing presentations |
Parent reviews
“A few months ago, during the school year, my child said they didn't want to go to school on Tuesdays and Thursdays — the writing days. … The real problem seemed to be feeling lost about writing itself, and I was looking for help when I found this class. Seoul has plenty of academies, but the homework load is heavy and it's hard to find a chance to focus on writing alone, so this class felt like a good choice. … Following the class, my child learned a structured approach to writing that used to feel vague, and it turned out to be the perfect fit. Thank you for making the one-month course enjoyable and stress-free.”
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“The classes were always tightly planned, and I loved how the teacher naturally connected each student's work to their essays. … Last year my child often asked for help before starting homework; this year they could handle it all on their own. I'm grateful.”
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“When I showed it to my child, they asked me to print it right away — so proud. Thank you for making every class fun through the very last one. Thanks to the teacher and a classmate, it was a worthwhile summer break.”
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1:1 private classes available
Every class can also be taken as a private 1:1 class instead of a group class, with the schedule and pace set for your child.
How classes work
- Student page
- After enrolling, you'll get a link to your child's student page. Join class, find class materials, and watch past class recordings — all in one place. Bookmark it on your child's device.
- Homework
- Each class's teacher shares homework and feedback.
- Absences and make-ups
- Missed classes still count toward your enrolled classes. For group classes, your child can catch up with the recording. If something comes up, please let the teacher know in advance — the teacher may not count the class or may schedule a make-up.
- Refunds
- See section 5 (Refunds) of our Terms of Service.
Not sure where to start?
Through a level test and consultation, we'll find the right class and teacher for your child.
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