English Learning Blog
Tips, insights, and resources for your English learning journey.
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Why We Named Our School 'Starfish English'
The reason our English conversation school is called “Starfish English” lies in a beautiful parable that perfectly captures our teaching philosophy and the heart of what we do every day in our smal...
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Teaching English as a Foreign Language to Japanese Third Age Learners: A Research-Based Approach
As English language educators, we face unique opportunities and challenges when working with Japanese third age learners (TALs) - typically adults in their mid-60s through early 80s who are retired...
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Learning English as a Japanese Third Age Learner: Your Travel Dreams Await
Are you in your 60s, 70s, or 80s and dreaming of international travel but worried about the language barrier? You’re not alone, and more importantly - you’re absolutely capable of learning English ...
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Why Our Classroom Environment Works Best for Ages 9 and Up
At Starfish English, we welcome learners from age 9 through seniors in our conversation-focused classes. While we serve all ages from elementary students to mature adults, our physical classroom en...
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How Our Three-Tier System Supports Student Growth
At Starfish English, we’ve designed a comprehensive three-tier system that guides students through their entire English learning journey, from elementary through high school. Rather than treating a...
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Why Small Classroom Settings Benefit Older Children Learning English
At Starfish English, our small classroom environment—designed for 4–6 students—is not just a logistical choice; it’s a strategic advantage for students from elementary through high school age. Whil...
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Preparing High School Students for University Success
High school represents the final preparation phase before university, and English proficiency has never been more critical for Japanese students’ academic and career success. At Starfish English, o...
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Why Junior High Students Thrive in Small English Classes
The junior high years represent a critical transition period in a student’s educational journey, and English learning is no exception. At Starfish English, we’ve found that junior high students (ag...
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Welcome to the Starfish English Blog!
Welcome to the official Starfish English blog! We’re excited to share this new resource with our students, prospective learners, and the Fujieda community.
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What You'll Find Here
- English learning tips and strategies
- Cultural insights and Japanese-English comparisons
- Student success stories and testimonials
- Local Fujieda community events and news
- Grammar explanations made simple
- Pronunciation guides and practice exercises
- Business English advice for professionals
- Fun activities for kids learning English
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