Expressing Her Thoughts: A Transformation in Just Weeks

Having lived in Cambodia as a family for a long time now, as a mother, I deeply feel the importance of early childhood education and the environment in which a child is placed.

Working together on tasks, thinking independently, and expressing one's own thoughts—these may seem simple, but I truly realize that whether or not a child gains such experiences from a young age makes a significant difference in their future growth.

At AJIK, beyond just academic learning, I hope my child learns essential life skills through daily living, such as greeting others, taking care of personal needs independently, showing compassion toward friends, cooperating with others, and thinking for oneself.

My daughter's first language is Cambodian, and her second language is Japanese. However, due to the influence of her previous preschool, she had more opportunities to use English than Japanese, and her spoken Japanese in daily life mainly consisted of single words.

Yet, within just a few weeks of enrolling in AJIK, she began trying her best to explain things to me in full Japanese sentences. Although there are still many times I can't quite make out what she's saying... (laughs), just seeing her make that effort feels like a major change.

Furthermore, I have noticed more independent habits, such as preparing her belongings for the next day before going to bed, and I feel her daily growth. I am very grateful to have her experience Japanese-style education and group living while staying in Cambodia. As a side note, the daily school lunches look delicious, and I am truly envious.

Although it is only for a short period of a few months between graduating from her previous preschool and entering elementary school, I am genuinely glad that we decided to enroll her in AJIK. I am sincerely thankful to everyone who provided such a wonderful environment for our children.