Special Features

Children learn best through imitating the English spoken by people around them, not through learning theory or logic.

Using the same process as native English speakers from an early age is the best way to train English 'ears' and 'brains'.

So, for these children, it's important to implement 'immersion education' that provides them with an English-speaking environment, so at CGK, all staff interact with the children in English, except during Japanese classes.

At the same time, while being mindful of their goals and objectives, teachers work hard every day to conduct classes flexibly to meet the interests of the children. It's true that children may naturally pick up English skills by being in an English environment, but they'll achieve higher proficiency if they have educators who can provide appropriate support.

Some children are new to English so we try to create a fun and natural environment, so they won’t be overly stressed.

Many of the world's problems, such as terrorism and conflict, as well as prejudice and discrimination, are often caused by a lack of understanding.

By getting to know what is different from us, we can adopt an attitude of tolerance and acceptance without excluding or shying away from anything, which is an example of 'tolerance for diversity'. Learning about the world through multicultural studies leads to a broader perspective and a more compassionate heart.

Students will be exposed to a variety of cultures through multicultural studies, gaining an international perspective, while also learning about Japanese culture. Learning about the country you are living in, while keeping your own identity is the first step towards becoming a true global citizen.

Global Kids who are to succeed in this world should not just be focused on the world, but also learn about the roots of their own country and cherish their own identity.

This means that in order to be successful out in the diverse world, it is not only necessary to be adaptable to that world, but also to be a unique and attractive person due to their own upbringing and life experiences.

At CGK, we value the Japanese sense of cooperation, etiquette, manners and posture, as well as other things children learn and experience at regular Japanese nursery schools and kindergartens.

Japanese school education is based on a routine of writing on the blackboard, questions, then answers, which doesn’t encourage the children to think deeply when answering questions.

In these one-way lessons, time passes without discovery or stimulation, and all that is achieved is the accumulation of knowledge necessary for exams.

If this typical Japanese system was used in the West for example, there would be less board writing and more interactive dialogue between the teacher and the students. Occasionally debates would be held, with each participant presenting their own ideas and opinions.

It's very difficult for Japanese-style education to nurture the self-motivation, independence and creativity that will be necessary once the students enter society.

By allowing for a variety of thoughts and comments along the way, rather than being overly attached to 'one right answer', students acquire the ability to create their own future.

At CGK, students learn about different jobs through an activity called "job training", each session having its own theme.

This is one of CGK's unique activities, which starts with an introduction to stimulate interest, inquiry activities to encourage deep thought, out-of-school activities and events, role-play activities that include real-life scenes and situations.

It's an opportunity for them to learn new vocabulary and expressions not learned in their regular lessons and it's also an opportunity for a hands-on learning experience that will stimulate their interest in learning practical English. They have a lot of fun, which makes them more active and engaged in the activities.

Our English environment is maintained by licensed bilingual Japanese teachers and English teachers, who maintain regular communication with one another, with the English teachers also actively involved in childcare programs.

Childcare duties are not necessarily divided up by giving childcare to Japanese staff and English lessons to foreign staff, instead all staff share the same childcare goals and are aware of each student's personality and unique characteristics.
Elements such as learning to waiting their turn, listening quietly to their friends and teachers and learning to compromise are all closely related to their daily lessons and activities, and shared awareness, including that of English teachers, is essential for effective childcare.

We set yearly goals based on the students stage of growth, as well as monthly reviews of the problems and goals of each class. Childcare themes, like the above, are pro-actively included into English lessons.

CGK's Global Education is not just about having fun in English. We implement our programs and curriculum in yearly, monthly, weekly and daily goals, to keep a fixed eye on our purpose and to provide high quality Global Education.

CGK doesn't just provide countless activities to get through the program time. The quality of an educational program cannot be measured solely by the number of events or the quantity and variety of lessons.

Japanese bilingual teachers and English teachers work closely together to support children's growth, both from a childcare and educational perspective, by identifying children's interests and development, providing an effective program that links lessons together and by making flexible changes to the curriculum.

We are the first international preschool in Japan to call on expert teachers to provide lessons in number logic, shape and spatial awareness etc., using the Pygmalion Early Childhood Method.

The Pygmalion Early Childhood Education Method has been adopted by Hama Gakuen (Hama Kids) and has the highest number of students accepted into Nada Junior High School, the most difficult junior high school in Japan, and has achieved an average standard deviation score of 60 or higher for its graduates. However, the goal is not to raise 'elites', but rather to develop the children's intelligence, thereby nurturing their critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities.

While the Pygmalion method doesn't specialize in elementary school entrance exam preparation, it is effective in preparing students for entrance exams to private elementary schools in Japan.

Optional classes are offered to provide children with opportunities for further growth.

By experiencing a variety of lessons such as intellectual training, programming, dance and Eiken Jr. preparation, students develop their individuality and abilities, further expanding their future possibilities.

In general, many families have their children take swimming lessons as an after-school activity. The advantages of learning to swim from an early age include; building basic physical strength, improving cardiopulmonary function, increasing immune resistance, well-balanced muscle development throughout the body and preparation for river or ocean accidents etc.

CGK reserves an indoor heated pool and offers 14 swimming lessons a year taught by professional coaches from 3 years old. It's also popular among those who do not have the time to send their children to after-school activities.

The pool uses a water purification solution called 'Clear and Humic'. This solution combines to the harmful chlorine gas generated when the chlorinating agent vaporizes, rendering it harmless. This means that even people with dermatitis, delicate skin, asthma or weak bronchial tubes can enjoy the pool without being irritated by the chlorine.