In South Korea, many students attend hagwons, private academies that provide extra education after regular school hours. hagwon korea! What Is Hagwon Culture in Korea? South Korea is well known for its strong emphasis on education. One of the most…
Raising Irish Twins in Korea When people hear that you have children close in age, they usually react the same way. “Oh… Irish twins?” It’s the kind of reaction many parents hear at least once. Even during pregnancy, I sometimes…
Why Do Korean Kids Start School So Early? Many foreign parents are surprised to learn that Korean children often start daycare or preschool at a very young age. In many countries, children begin formal education around age five or six.…
My Child crying Before Kindergarten — Is This Normal? Many children in Korea attend English kindergarten, where most classes are conducted in English. Recently, my children started attending one, and I noticed that they reacted very differently to the new…
1. Korean Age: A Unique Age System Once Used in Korea To understand Korean preschool age, you first need to know the traditional age system. In Korea, infants were historically 1 year old at birth, and their age increased every…
1. Introduction In Korea, there is a special type of preschool called “English Kindergarten.” Unlike regular kindergartens, most of the daily activities are conducted in English. For many foreigners, this can be surprising.Children spend most of their day speaking and…