Clever Junior: A Well-known English School Franchise for Kids in Vietnam

Established in 2015, Clever Junior is operated by Clever Academy - an English training and test preparation brand of the Kaplan Group (USA). With over 9 years of experience in the field of education and English training, Clever Academy has affirmed its quality and position in providing English training solutions in many fields in Vietnam.

Why should you choose Clever Academy?

• OUTSTANDING FACULTY

A team of experienced native teachers from the United States, England, Canada, and the Philippines, with internationally recognized English teaching qualifications. All Clever Junior teachers are dedicated educators who always put the interests of their students first, with the motto "Love for students - Responsibility - Integrity".

• LEADING CURRICULUM AND TEACHING METHODS

All curriculum and teaching methods at Clever Junior follow the standards of the world's leading educational systems, as well as being highly compatible and integrated with the national education program of the Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training. The entire curriculum is selected from leading world publishers, with a high degree of "localization" to suit Vietnamese students.

• GUARANTEED TEACHING QUALITY

With the teaching goal of student success, Clever Junior always commits to the highest quality of training. Students will be re-taught for free if they do not pass the final assessment test (on condition that students have a good attitude to learning throughout the course, attend the required number of classes and take the final ability assessment test on time).

• INTERNATIONAL STANDARD FACILITIES

Clever Junior's training centers (campuses) are all well-invested in terms of facilities, giving teachers and students the opportunity to experience the best learning environment. All campuses are equipped with smart interactive boards, a library of supplementary materials, as well as a team of staff and teaching assistants who are always ready to provide individual support to students and parents throughout the learning process.

Course Lists

Clever Kinders ( ages 3-6 )

• Teaching Methodology:

A comprehensive English teaching method for children through art, music, and extracurricular activities. Theoretical lessons are combined with fun and engaging games. Most lessons are supported by an Interactive Whiteboard system.

• Curriculum:

Hide and Seek / Look and See by Cengage Publishers. The curriculum helps develop children's early reading and literacy skills - The curriculum follows the UK's Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework.

• Goals:

The course will help children get acquainted with English by finding hidden letters and numbers on each page. This fun and colorful activity-based approach ensures that learners learn and develop with the new second language - English. The course helps children develop their listening, speaking, pre-reading, and pre-writing skills in a comprehensive way through art, music, and activities. The course focuses on ensuring a simple yet slow development of children's English skills.

Clever kids ( ages 6-11 )

• Teaching Methodology:

Lessons are comprehensively designed to include vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, songs, videos, and physical game activities. Students gain exposure to real-world content that encourages them to use English, including images of the world around them, meaningful stories and readings, engaging videos, and content from National Geographic Explorers. Thematic units throughout the curriculum challenge and help children understand the world more deeply through English. Students engage in more communication through expanded listening, speaking, and pronunciation practice, as well as critical thinking activities that inspire meaningful thought and sharing.

• Curriculum:

Cengage Publishers, with exclusive illustrations from the National Geographic channel.

• Goals:

By the end of the course, your child will be equipped with the basic knowledge of phonics, pronunciation, and vocabulary needed to advance to higher levels. The course will help your child develop vocabulary, listening, and speaking skills from simple to complex tasks, such as reading passages, practicing dialogues, writing everyday texts like emails, stories, poems, or biographies. Upon completion of the course, children will have the necessary skills to participate in international English proficiency exams such as Cambridge (Cambridge Starters, Cambridge Movers).

Clever Junior ( ages 11-14 )

• Teaching Methodology:

The teaching methodology is inspired by the skills and values of 21st-century global citizens, as exemplified by National Geographic Explorers. The program's cross-curricular themes capture students' attention with fascinating information about the world, preparing them for future academic success. Choice-driven activities and projects provide students with opportunities to practice the language, allowing them to become active participants in their learning journey.

• Curriculum:

Impact - Cengage Publishers, with exclusive illustrations from the National Geographic Channel.

• Goals:

Upon completion, students will have achieved English proficiency level A1, demonstrating a solid foundation in vocabulary, grammar, and the ability to communicate effectively in English.
The course prepares students for various English proficiency exams, including Olympic-IOE, TOEFL Primary, and Cambridge (Starters, Movers, Flyers). In addition to language skills, students will also develop essential soft skills such as teamwork, presentation skills, and English communication reflexes.

Clever Junior's Facilities

• A Nationwide Network of Centers

Clever Junior has established a comprehensive network of English language centers across Vietnam, including Hanoi, Ha Tinh, Cao Bang, Thanh Hoa, Binh Phuoc, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, and My Tho (Tien Giang). These centers have garnered the trust of countless parents who are passionate about instilling a love for English in their children.

• Modern Learning Environments: Fostering Engagement and Inspiration

Beyond its exceptional faculty and innovative teaching methodologies, Clever Junior stands out for its modern and engaging learning environments. Designed with a deep understanding of children's needs, Clever Junior's facilities offer:

• Modern facilities with an open yet private layout
• Spacious centers with vibrant learning corners that ignite a passion for learning
• Internationally standardized learning materials and cutting-edge information technology
• Classrooms bathed in natural light, ideal for children aged 3-14

Clever Junior recognizes that learning environments play a crucial role in fostering students' enthusiasm and academic success. Therefore, the institution is dedicated to providing exceptional facilities that transform Clever Junior into a haven where children can discover their love for language and develop their full potential.

Conclusion

Clever Junior was born with the mission of bringing Vietnamese children the most professional and standardized English learning environment. Participating in courses at Clever Junior will help to ignite a passion for language from an early age, as well as help develop children's potential in the most comprehensive way.

Both Clever Academy and Clever Junior aspire to become the most trusted address to inspire and help students change and access the most advanced English learning methods according to international standards. They also offer international-standard facilities, with tuition fees affordable to most Vietnamese people.