{"id":100,"date":"2015-11-21T08:28:49","date_gmt":"2015-11-21T08:28:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/abroad.m45.coreserver.jp\/nagoya\/?page_id=100"},"modified":"2016-09-10T03:53:10","modified_gmt":"2016-09-10T03:53:10","slug":"f-a-q","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/abroadschools.jp\/okayama\/about-us\/f-a-q\/","title":{"rendered":"F.A.Q."},"content":{"rendered":"

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Frequently Asked Questions<\/span><\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion style=”outline” color=”sky” c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”100″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”School and Contents of Lessons” tab_id=”1448507920237-74301039-ae75″][vc_column_text]Q.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>What kind of education is Abroad International School(AIS) aiming for?<\/p>\n

A.\u00a0<\/span>We are striving to raise well educated, knowledgeable, curious and dynamic people with high communication and adapting skills, who are able to succeed in international environments.<\/p>\n

Q.<\/span>\u00a0Since my child already has school experience, is it possible for him\/her to enter a higher class than the standard age \/ school year regulation?<\/p>\n

A.<\/span> Not at AIS. Every child will enter according to the standard age \/ school year regulation.<\/p>\n

Q.<\/span> How many times should my child participate in a week?<\/p>\n

A.<\/span> At AIS, five times a week is ideal. It is important for kids to spend every day in an English speaking environment with their friends and teachers.
\nThe more classes a student attends, the faster their improvement will be.<\/p>\n

Q.<\/span> Can parents observe lessons? Are there any days parents can join the classroom?<\/p>\n

A.<\/span> Parents are (of course) allowed to observe classes. There are participation days available at each of our schools.<\/p>\n

Q. <\/span>How are parents informed of their child’s progress?<\/p>\n

A. <\/span>At AIS weekly reports are given to parents. In these reports teachers will inform the parents about their children’s study situation, their strong and weak points etc.<\/p>\n

Q.<\/span> I would like more information about the weekly schedule.<\/p>\n

A.<\/span> You can view the AIS timetable here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Q. <\/span>Are your lessons beneficial for entrance examinations?<\/p>\n

A.<\/span> Yes, they are. Lessons are focused not only on English conversation but also strengthen grammar and reading skills.<\/p>\n

Q. <\/span>How does the curriculum for each age-group differ at AIS?<\/p>\n

A.<\/span> Please view our curriculum here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Q. <\/span>Do teachers or students use Japanese in class?<\/p>\n

A.<\/span> No, not at all.<\/p>\n

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Q.<\/span> Are the teachers Japanese or English native speakers?<\/p>\n

A.<\/span> All our teachers are experienced native English speakers.<\/p>\n

Q.<\/span> Do homeroom teachers change during terms?<\/p>\n

A.<\/span> There are no frequent changes of homeroom teachers within a term.<\/p>\n

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Q.<\/span>Do you accept new students in the middle of a term? Can new students keep up with the lessons in case of mid-term enrolment?<\/p>\n

A.<\/span>New students can join our school at any time throughout the year. Teachers consider each student’s levels and adapt lesson content accordingly.<\/p>\n

Q.<\/span>What happens if we have to move to another city and can’t commute to school any longer?<\/p>\n

A.<\/span>At the moment there are Abroad International Schools in Osaka, Nagoya, Sendai and Okayama. Students who relocate close to one of our schools can easily transfer.<\/p>\n

Q.<\/span>Is it possible for students to be absent from class for a long time (freeze studies, long vacation etc.)?<\/p>\n

A.<\/span>Students are allowed a one-month absence from school at most. Students who don’t attend school for two months or more will be counted as \u201cdropped out\u201d.<\/p>\n

Q.<\/span>Can students quit school during a term?<\/p>\n

A.<\/span>Yes, it is possible. However, we require one month advance notice.<\/p>\n

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Q.<\/span>What can parents do at home to support their child’s studies?<\/p>\n

A.<\/span>We recommend you to communicate and spend time using English with your child at home as much as possible. You may talk about school, his\/her friends, new events, etc. anything you like. This will be the best support.
\nIt is also recommendable to support your kid with his \/ her homework.<\/p>\n

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Q.<\/span>Can parents \/ guardians also join the trial lesson?<\/p>\n

A.<\/span>No, parents can not join the trial lesson but can observe trial lessons.<\/p>\n

Q.<\/span>Can friends also join the trial lesson?<\/p>\n

A.<\/span>Yes, please feel free to invite friends who are interested as well.<\/p>\n

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Q.<\/span>Is it OK that my child is very shy towards others at first?<\/p>\n

A.<\/span>That’s no problem at all. All our teachers are very experienced and will support new students to getting used to their new environment.<\/p>\n

Q.<\/span>My child might have trouble concentrating for a long time. I am worried that some lessons might be too long.<\/p>\n

A.<\/span>Please be assured that our experienced teachers design classes in order for all students to enjoy classes throughout the lessons.<\/p>\n

Q.<\/span>I wonder whether my child will be able to attend class without a parent around.<\/p>\n

A.<\/span>Children are able to adapt to new environments quickly, and our teachers are competent in supporting them to become used to joining classes without a parent being present.<\/p>\n

Q.<\/span>Is it okay for children to learn English even though they are yet to fully acquire their native language? (For non-native English speakers)<\/p>\n

A.<\/span>It is best for children to learn new languages from an early age. Kids learn languages through hearing and repetition; therefore it is important for them to be in an English speaking environment from an early age.<\/p>\n

Q.<\/span>Do children really need study material (textbooks) to learn?<\/p>\n

A.<\/span>The learning materials are important to do homework, continue studying at home and reviewing what was learned during lessons.<\/p>\n

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