For children entering the system, the priority is a solid English base.
What is covered
- Early English L0 (K–G2): vocabulary and reading habits through picture books, two levels (A/B).
- Phonics (K–G1): letter-sound rules and decoding.
- Vocabulary L1 (G1–G2): first high-frequency words in pictures and context.
Placement by assessment; 35-week year.
How to start
Start with a placement assessment. We use it to set the level and class, then confirm the year plan with the family. For schedules, tuition, and bundle offers, request the 2026-27 program guide through the form below.
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Contact a course advisorFrequently Asked Questions
Do Irvine families still need phonics?
School phonics instruction in Irvine is usually concentrated in kindergarten and grade 1, with limited hours and large classes, so a child who has not secured the rules gets little repetition. The test is simple: hand the child an unfamiliar book. Guessing at new words, skipping them, or reading something that does not match the spelling means the letter-sound link is not yet in place.
What is the difference between Early English L0 and Phonics, and should a child take both?
Early English L0 is a combined reading and vocabulary course built on picture books, expanding vocabulary and establishing reading habits. Phonics covers one ability only, the letter-sound rules. For kindergarten and grade 1 we suggest both, since the two support each other. A child who can already decode independently can take Early English L0 alone.
We speak Chinese at home and my child has no English at all. Can they start here?
Yes. Early English L0 runs at two difficulty levels, A and B, and the placement assessment decides where a child begins. A complete beginner starts in whichever of the two is more basic, working first on two things: understanding classroom instructions and recognizing letters.
What is the schedule for Irvine families?
Both Early English L0 and Phonics run 35 weeks a year, 90 minutes a session, with slots on weekday evenings and at weekends. Placement comes from the assessment. For the exact timetable, tuition, and bundle offers, request the 2026-27 program guide through the form below or by WeChat.
