School Guidance in English

"English Conversation Class" is an all-English class taught by native English speaking teachers. In the beginner's class, Japanese coordinators support children from various angles, so that they can enjoy participating in the class. After each lesson, we report to parents on the content of the lesson, how the lesson went, homework assignments, etc. The coordinator is also available for consultation on various matters related to English learning.

Babies learn language by imitating their mothers' and fathers' conversations and actions. They need somebody to copy. At Nissait, the Japanese coordinator joins the lesson as a "student" and demonstrates how to speak and reply to the teacher. The children observe and deepen their understanding of the coordinator's actions, then they imitate the coordinator and speak spontaneously.

We recommend that students in the Basic Course and above take Japanese teacher's General English class, as well as English conversation class. In General English Class, students learn to read and write English, from the alphabet to English words and sentences, through phonics study. After that, students will learn grammar and other skills to prepare for junior high school or for Eiken.

Children are often absent due to sudden illness or school events. If they notify us at least one hour before the lesson, they can take a make-up lesson whenever they want to. They don't have to waste valuable lessons.

Experience is the greatest learning experience! Cross-cultural experiences such as Easter and Halloween, English field trips, overseas homestays, and other programs to practice English. And a Christmas presentation to showcase the results of a year of study... These exciting programs stimulate children's curiosity and provide an opportunity for growth and development. We want them to love English more and more! We have many such events for you.

Nissait's strength is that students can continue learning for a long time from infants to high school students. Our teachers and staff are like a family, watching over your child's progress and growth. We believe it is essential for students to pass Eiken 2nd grade before graduating from high school. We will support our students to have confidence to acquire useful English.

These very young students enjoy their first steps into the world of English through singing & dancing to songs, listening & repeating flashcards & doing other age appropriate language-based activities. They also enjoy listening & following along with storybooks in an engaging way, lead by the teacher.

Young students enjoy learning English through singing, flashcard activities, & imaginative activities. Our games are very entertaining & help the students retain the information they have learned in & out of class. While we sing, the students are able to act out & dance with the song in order to fully understand its meaning. While reading, the students are encouraged to describe the content of the story, with the teacher's help. Students are able to ask & answer simple questions such as their name, their age, the weather & many other daily life questions they may encounter.

Students learn English through singing, flashcard activities & role playing. Students build up vocabulary using the Picture Dictionary. Using Introduction Cards, Students practice answering very basic introduction questions about themselves & about their daily routine activities. They will learn how to hold a conversation strictly in English. The English teacher focuses on grammar, as well as pronunciation ensuring the students can be clearly understood.

Students continue building their vocabulary using a picture dictionary accompanied by chants & songs. At this stage, they begin to use a textbook. The students quickly become comfortable asking & answering basic introduction questions. They can respond to the teacher quickly & naturally & they use English in full sentences. The teacher pays strict attention to grammar & pronunciation, allowing the students to be easily understood.

Students write their journals every week as their homework. Students will talk about their journals in class & the teacher & the classmates ask some follow-up questions about their journals. Students at this level generally feel more comfortable listening & speaking English, so the classes are more focused on constructing longer, more complicated sentences.

Students continue to write their journals as their homework. They talk about their journals & discuss the theme in class. At this level, they write their journals in a lot of detail & get more comfortable expressing their ideas & opinions. The lessons are more focused on using the English they already know. Students learn English through pattern practice, role-playing & discussing their daily lives. They read short stories & discuss in depths the meaning of the story & answer grammatical questions involving the story. In General English Class, they learn basic grammar. One goal of this level is to pass the semi 2nd grade of the STEP test.

Students continue building their vocabulary using a picture dictionary accompanied by chants & songs. At this stage, they begin to use a textbook. The students quickly become comfortable asking & answering basic introduction questions. They can respond to the teacher quickly & naturally & they use English in full sentences. The teacher pays strict attention to grammar & pronunciation, allowing the students to be easily understood.

This class is designed for students who lived abroad, studied English intensively at an international school, oｒ attended an English pre-school. In order to retain their English, we provide the opportunity to keep up & brush up their English. The students are involved in writing English journals, using an insightful textbook, having themed conversations & reiterating stories allowing them to use their creativity.

Students continue to expand their vocabulary using course textbooks & a picture dictionary. They learn to ask & answer more general introduction questions. General English Classes taught by Japanese English teachers begin at this level. Here they learn basic phonics, reading & writing skills. They also learn basic grammar.