” Singapore’s knowledge is different, and we really wanted her to experience the land and fringes a little. For example, her class in Singapore is air-conditioned, but the Chinese school is not”, he said.
In Singapore, the kids are “more protected, with a bigger perception of self-entitlement”, he added.
The courses also had a lower teacher-to-students proportion than in Singapore, where the Early Childhood Development Agency’s laws imply one staff member to every 20 to 25 babies for Eden’s time party.
” Each course had 13 individuals including her. The education included a half day of scientific work and a half day of outdoor play, according to Mr. Sim.
Singapore, according to him, places a higher emphasis on intellectual teaching, and the curriculum begins earlier in the school year.
” But in Japan, it is about personal development and the softer aspects, such as motor skills and interpersonal skills” . ,
Mr Chia also said the Chinese education is “more nature-based and experienced” compared to up in Singapore, where Leanne is enrolled in Zion Bishan Kindercare Child.
For example, Leanne experienced something new every day during each of her five weeks of classes that, according to Ms. Chia.
” There was a time when they prepared the food and served their own meal. Therefore because it was Halloween, they even had a tiny Halloween rally, walking around Omori area. On another day, they went on a nature walk.
It kind of broadened her frontiers and made it easier for her to understand the differences between them.
OVERCOMING THE Speech Hurdle
Both kids informed CNA that neither of their children nor they do not talk Japanese. However, their kids were able to survive despite the language barrier.
First, Eden and her colleagues relied heavily on brain vocabulary and the teachers ‘ versions to communicate, said Mr Sim.
” But after a while, she started to be able to brand her companions, and began to pick up Chinese phrases like’ hello’ and greeting people before eating, “he said.
” She even learnt some basic words while playing, like as ‘ please’ and’ excuse me’.”
In past, Eden’s two-week project was a little short, said Mr Sim, as his child was really starting to get used to her colleagues at the end of the first week.
Ms. Chia added that they were able to communicate with the neighborhood through the use of cellular language apps.
” The teachers both communicate in Chinese. So when the teacher wanted to ask her ( Leanne ) something, or when she wanted to tell them something and they didn’t understand, they would use Google Translate. ”  ,
WORTH THE MONEY
Ms Chia forked out about S$ 3, 000 ( US$ 2, 200 ) for Leanne’s week-long programme, including school fees and accommodation for both of them. Another expenses, such as flight reservations, meals and everyday needs, were not covered.
” A bit costly, to be honest, but for it. It’s a journey she will often recall,” she told CNA.
The programme’s head Ms Chiyu said prices can go up to 3 million yen ( US$ 19, 500 ) for two adults and one child for three months.
True costs vary based on the type of school and the type of lodging.