The name “Starfish English” comes from a simple parable that explains our teaching philosophy. In our small Fujieda classroom, we focus intensively on individual student success—and here’s why that approach delivers real results.

The Starfish Story

A young boy was walking along a beach covered with thousands of starfish that had been washed ashore by the tide. He was picking them up one by one and throwing them back into the ocean.

An older man approached and asked, “What are you doing?”

The boy replied, “I’m throwing these starfish back into the sea. If they stay on the beach, they’ll dry out and die.”

The man looked at the vast stretch of beach covered with starfish and said, “But there are thousands of them! You can’t possibly save them all. What difference can you possibly make?”

The boy picked up another starfish, threw it into the ocean, and said, “I made a difference to that one.”

This story represents how we differentiate from large language schools. Individual attention isn’t just nicer—it’s more effective for actual language acquisition.

Proven Results Through Individual Focus

Student Progress Patterns We’ve Observed

Junior High Students: Often start hesitant to speak but gradually build confidence through patient encouragement. Many overcome their fear of English and perform better in school exams.

Working Professionals: Typically join with presentation or international communication concerns. Through practical practice, they develop confidence for workplace English use.

Senior Learners: Usually motivated by travel goals, starting with basic conversation and building skills to use English confidently during their trips.

Why Our 6-Tatami Classroom Works

1. Immediate Feedback
We catch pronunciation and grammar mistakes instantly, correcting them before they become habits

2. Personalized Learning Plans
Each student gets a customized approach based on their goals, level, and learning style

3. Continuous Motivation Management
We celebrate small wins and adjust goals to maintain momentum

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Your Path to Success

From ages 9 to 90, students achieve their goals through our systematic approach:

  • Clear Learning Objectives: Specific, measurable goals with timelines
  • Regular Progress Tracking: Monthly assessments and plan adjustments
  • Practical Skill Development: English you can actually use in real situations
  • Ongoing Support: Direct access to help when you need it

Why Results Matter

“Making a difference to that one” isn’t just sentiment—it’s about the life-changing power of individual success. We take responsibility for your concrete progress, not just good intentions.

Our focus on individual achievement ensures measurable improvement that expands your opportunities.

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Your “starfish” journey can begin today.

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