Why ‘go local’ in China? It comes as a surprise to many people to discover that while international schools in China are not permitted to admit children with Chinese passports as pupils, public schools are obliged by law to accept the children of all foreigners legally residing in the country. … Read More
What to expect from a bilingual kindergarten
What to expect from a bilingual kindergarten For almost 4 months now, LJ has been attending a German bilingual kindergarten. In Germany, children normally go to kindergarten (Kita) from 3 years old until about 6. This is the equivalent of nursery school (école maternelle). Kindergartens are not schools. For me, … Read More
Foreign language learning for children
Learning a foreign language as a child Younger children pick up a new language so much quicker than older kids and adults. Learning a foreign language as a child is much easier than learning it as an adult. If you are moving to a location where a new, foreign language … Read More