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Why Some of Our Classes Still Wear Masks (And Why That's Perfectly Fine)
You might notice that some students in our classroom photos are wearing masks. This isn’t because the photos are outdated—they were taken recently. It’s because at Starfish English, we believe...
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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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The Secret to Effective English Learning: Why Age 9 is the Perfect Starting Point
At Starfish English, we specialize in students from age 9 through seniors. This focused approach has helped our students achieve remarkable progress in conversation skills. Here’s why this age range...
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Why Our Three-Tier System Delivers Superior English Results
At Starfish English, our three-tier system supports your child consistently from age 9 through high school graduation. We’ve found that staying in the same caring environment, building English skills step...
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Large Classes vs. Small Classes: Which Approach Better Supports English Learning?
When learning English, class size makes a real difference. Both large and small classes have their strengths, but we’ve found that small classes create a more supportive environment, especially for...
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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 (ages...
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