Activating English Learning: New ActiMethod School Opening in Rokkomichi!

Exciting Launch of ActiMethod Rokkomichi School

In September 2025, the ActiMethod school in Rokkomichi is set to open its doors, providing a revolutionary approach to English learning. Developed by i GO Co., the ActiMethod combines typing with English instruction, enabling children to boost their vocabulary and language skills effectively. As of April 2025, there are over 90 ActiMethod locations across Japan, and the rapid expansion continues with plans to establish more schools nationwide.

Changes in English Education

The landscape of English education in Japan has undergone significant changes. More than three years have passed since English was formalized as a subject in elementary schools. In the 2020 academic year, new teaching guidelines were introduced, which increased exposure to English for fifth and sixth graders to two classes a week, totaling 70 hours per year. This curriculum promotes a balanced development of the four key skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

The revised curriculum aligns closely with middle school standards, aiming to nurture the foundational abilities necessary for effective communication. As a result, the level of English fluency expected from elementary students has risen notably, with foreign language activities commencing as early as third grade.

Notably, middle school students now have an expanded vocabulary requirement of 1,600 to 1,800 words, a significant increase from the previous 1,200-word benchmark. Classes are moving towards an 'all English' format, and programming is also becoming a mandatory subject in elementary schools, underscoring a broader transformation in students' learning environments. Furthermore, the new university entrance exams will commence in January 2025, adhering to these updated educational guidelines.

The Power of ActiMethod in English Learning

The unique strength of ActiMethod lies in its ability to facilitate the rapid acquisition of vocabulary through typing. Unlike traditional writing methods, all English writing exercises are conducted via typing, allowing students to quickly learn and remember words. As students practice typing English words while hearing their pronunciation, they reinforce their spelling skills effectively and gain confidence in their language abilities.

Once familiarity with typing grows, students can increase their typing speed significantly—up to 5 to 10 times faster than traditional pencil-and-paper methods.

Upcoming Free Trial Sessions

To celebrate the opening of the Rokkomichi school, we invite prospective students to participate in our free trial sessions. The schedule is as follows:

- August 21 (Thursday): 10:15 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 16:00 / 17:20
- August 23 (Saturday): 09:00 / 10:20
- August 24 (Sunday): 09:00 / 10:20
- August 26 (Tuesday): 10:15 / 11:30 / 13:00
- August 28 (Thursday): 10:15 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 16:00 / 17:20
- August 31 (Sunday): 09:00
- September 1 to 5 (Friday): 14:45
- September 6 (Saturday): 09:00 / 10:20
- September 12 (Friday): 14:45
- September 13 (Saturday): 09:00 / 10:20

Due to limited seating, we encourage early reservations to secure your spot. For additional dates, please contact our office.

How to Register for the Free Trial

Interested participants can sign up through the following link: Register Here

Location

The new ActiMethod Rokkomichi school is located at 1-1-24 Biwa-cho, Nada-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, on the 3rd floor of the Rokko Building. The school is open Monday to Saturday from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and is just a 5-minute walk from Rokkomichi Station on the JR Line. Note that we do not have parking facilities available.

Message from the School Director

At ActiMethod, we believe learning English through typing can be a transformative experience for children. Our goal is to empower students with the confidence and skills they need to succeed in the future. Let's embark on this exciting journey of learning English together!

Voices from Students and Parents

Student (6th grade): I can finally understand the meaning of the English used in movies! Learning new vocabulary has been really enjoyable. I can now translate Japanese to English naturally, and I understand dialogues in movies much better!

Parents (Kindergarten, 3rd, and 6th grades): Our child has excelled to the point of winning awards at a national level! After hearing about ActiMethod from a friend, we attended a trial session, and our children were instantly captivated. The engaging teaching style has made them develop a genuine interest in English. We were amazed when our children ranked 2nd and 3rd in a countrywide English vocabulary competition!