Our Vision and Values
Our Vision
Our vision is to instill a love of English learning from the very beginning and to make education a meaningful adventure. By nurturing curiosity and celebrating small efforts, we help our students build strong foundations in both language and character.
Our Core Values
Joyful Learning
When children love learning, they flourish. We create experiences that spark smiles.
Inquiry Learning
Curiosity leads the way. We spark curiosity with questions to build confidence.
Community
Learning is a team effort. We value collaboration among teachers and staff.
School Culture at RISE
We believe children learn best when they feel happy, safe, and inspired. At RISE, we foster an immersive, age-level, developmentally appropriate environment where English is acquired naturally through play and meaningful, real-world experiences. We nurture not only language skills, but also confidence, curiosity, and social-emotional growth. Our vision is to build a joyful learning community where every child feels proud to use English and excited to discover their unique strengths.
Our Curriculum and Programs
Kindergarten
Morning (Ages 5, 6, 7)
Kindergarten
Afternoon (Ages 6, 7)
Elementary
(Grades 1 - 6)
Our curriculum honors each child’s natural development and individual English journey. We guide and create space for children to explore, question, and grow with confidence. At RISE, learning goes beyond memorization and test results. We cultivate thoughtful learners who actively participate, collaborate, and see English not as a subject to study, but as a natural language to explore the world.
Kindergarten
Morning Kindergarten Program
Our Morning Kindergarten offers a fully immersive English environment where language is lived, not simply learned. Through active participation and guided exploration, children develop the confidence to express their ideas, values, and unique perspectives with clarity and joy.
Afternoon Kindergarten Program
Designed for children attending morning daycare, our Afternoon Kindergarten provides a focused English experience. In our immersive setting, English becomes a natural tool for communication, explored through conversation, interaction, and purposeful learning.
Elementary
The RISE Elementary programs offer three thoughtfully designed pathways, each aligned with a student’s English proficiency and academic foundation.
Foundation Program (FP)
For students new to English, the Foundation Program builds essential language skills.
Exploration Program (EP)
For students with prior English experience, the Exploration Program utilizes U.S.-based academic materials to strengthen language skills at a level comparable to native-speaking peers. Students expand comprehension through academic study, discussion, and critical engagement.
Values Program (VP)
The Values Program combines advanced language development with character education and critical thinking. Students learn to articulate thoughtful opinions, participate in meaningful dialogue, and explore themes that foster both intellectual and personal growth.
Our Teachers and Community
Our teachers are the heart of our classrooms. They bring curiosity, creativity, and genuine care into every lesson, transforming learning into meaningful daily experiences. Working alongside dedicated Korean teaching assistants, our teachers are supported in creating playgrounds where students feel confident to explore and grow.
Learning Comes to Life
Our classrooms are filled with conversation, movement, creativity, and discovery. Here, English dances through movement, laughter, and imagination. Through hands-on exploration and a seamless blend of print and digital worlds, confidence grows, and ideas take flight. Throughout the year, our community gathers to celebrate the joy of learning. From the vibrant energy of Market Day to the magic of Halloween, Christmas, and Chuseok, each celebration brings language to life and creates memories that inspire lifelong learning.
Investing in Excellence
At RISE, we believe that inspired classrooms begin with inspired teachers. From comprehensive onboarding to ongoing professional development, we provide on-site training in methodology, classroom leadership, and cultural understanding. Teachers are encouraged to exchange ideas, contribute to research and development initiatives, and grow as reflective practitioners.
Discover more through an interview with David Moon, Head of R&D and Recruiting for RISE.