Welcome to L Bridge!
Welcome to L Bridge Language Academy! We’re Mary and Vidya, the co-headteachers, and we're excited to introduce you to our school!
At L Bridge, we believe language is a bridge to creativity, global leadership, and a brighter future. Our mission is to help elementary and middle school students connect English not just with exams and test scores, but also as a way to share ideas, build relationships, and discover new opportunities.
We focus on moving away from outdated methods that rely heavily on memorization and test-taking. Instead, we emphasize the practical use of English in real-life situations through our reading, writing, listening, and speaking classes. We’re excited to guide our students on this journey and help them grow into confident, creative, and capable global leaders!
Mary and Vidya, Co-headteachers at L Bridge
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L Bridge - Bridging Creativity and Global Leadership
| Learning Through English | We empower students to explore culture, history, and society through English, fostering critical, creative, and logical thinking in every lesson. |
| Small Classes | We offer small classes of 6-8 students, allowing teachers to provide personalized attention. Homework is completed at school, while students focus on reading at home. |
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CEO
Chang-joon Song |
Established Year
2001 |
School Classification
Independent |
Operations
Private |
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Academic System*
American Curriculum |
Student Type
Elementary, Middle |
No. of Teachers (per campus)
22 (Native Teachers: 13) |
No. of Students (per class)
6 ~ 8 |
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Student-Teacher Ratio (per class)
8:1 |
Medium of Instruction
English |
Religious Affiliation
None |
Business Registration No.
138 - 81 - 39473 |
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Our Curriculum and Programs
Our curriculum focuses on extensive reading of English novels to improve fluency and discussion skills, while also incorporating intensive reading of non-fiction materials to build background knowledge in science, history, and social studies. We offer critical and logical speaking and writing workshops, alongside strengthening reading, listening, and writing through note-taking skills.
Learn more about our curriculum and programs in our "Academic Tour" [Blog]
[NEED interview with Academic Director/Director: Viviana Song]
[NEED more information on:
1) Lesson Planning: Set curriculum (level of contribution)
2) Grading/non-teaching duties
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Our programs cater to different proficiency levels, using both American textbooks and in-house lesson materials.
L-Bridge Programs (G1-6): Starts from phonics and speaking to advanced essay writing, debate, and TOEFL preparation, with progressive levels focusing on novel study, non-fiction, writing, grammar, and critical thinking. (Levels: Newbie, Bridge 1-2, Frontier 1-3, Mayflower, Goldrush 1-3, Eldorado 1-3, Honor Society, and Prodigy)
L-Bridge American Curriculum Programs (G1-4): Utilizes the Journeys reading program, taught entirely by native teachers, focusing on novel study, science, vocabulary (Wordly Wise), and writing.
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L-Khan Programs (G6-9): For students struggling with sentence structure and grammar, this program includes discussions on English literature, economics, history, and philosophy to help improve their skills.
MediKhan Programs (G6-7): Designed for advanced learners (AR 7) aiming for prestigious international high schools and beyond, focusing on native-level discussions, TOEFL preparation, and Korean college entrance exam preparation.
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Our curriculum emphasizes discussion, presentations, and debates on subjects like history, science, politics, and economics, modeled after American private high schools. Students explore current issues by watching CNN/BBC and actively participate in discussions and debates.
Da Vinci College Entrance Program (G6-9): Designed to prepare students for the CSAT and entrance into national universities.
Da Vinci Global Admission Program (G7-G9): Designed to prepare students for study abroad and international schools.
KNOX Power Reading Program
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Curriculum Levels
Teaching Structure:
Online Reading Program
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Grading & Reporting:
Non-teaching Duties:
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Our Facilities
Our facilities feature large whiteboards, projectors, and desks arranged in clusters to foster engaging discussions and interactive lessons. Additionally, our library offers a diverse selection of novels and non-fiction books across various levels
See more of our facilities on our "L Bridge School Campus Tour" [Blog]
[NEED more photos for the campus tour, ask for more recent photos]
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Employment
Work Environment & Teacher Expectations
We, Mary and Vidya, serve as co-headteachers at L Bridge, working alongside our diverse team of native teachers from the US, Australia, Canada, and South Africa. Our team consists of teachers with diverse majors, including Chemistry, Law, Political Science, Communications, and English, all sharing a passion for teaching and offering unique perspectives in the classroom.
See more on our "A Day in the Life of a Teacher" [Blog]
[NEED interview with a current teacher]
Reasons to Work at L Bridge
- Global Teaching Team: Join a team of passionate native English teachers from diverse cultural and academic backgrounds.
- Small Classes, Big Impact: With classes of 6-8 students, our teachers can provide personalized attention and foster a deeper connection with each student.
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Engaging with Real-World English: At L Bridge, we go beyond rote memorization and test preparation, using English as a tool to explore ideas, build connections, and understand culture and history through reading, movies, and engaging discussions.
- Professional Growth Opportunities: Teachers have access to continuous training and the chance to advance into leadership roles.
Teacher Training & Workshops [filled using Lance's information]
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New teachers will undergo both online and in-person training. During the first week (or longer), they will receive training, meet with the headteachers, and observe classes to understand the class structure.
Interview with Our HR Manager: [NAME]
Our teachers are responsible for creating and delivering engaging lessons. Key responsibilities include planning and preparing lesson materials, managing classroom activities, assessing student progress, and providing constructive feedback.
Teachers are encouraged to attend conferences, pursue certifications, and participate in feedback and peer observations. We also support career growth with opportunities for leadership roles.
See the full transcript on our "Interview with HR Manager" [Blog]
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Leadership and Members (Video interviews preferred)
Interview with Co-headteacher: Mary H.
See the full transcript [Blog]
Interview with Co-headteacher: Vidya Narine
See the full transcript [Blog]
Interview with ESL Teacher: [NAME]
See the full transcript [Blog]
Hear more from our team by visiting the blogs below! [Video Interviews Preferred]
Chang-joon Song
CEO
See Interview [Blog]
Viviana Song
Director
See Interview [Blog]
Yuna Lee
Associate Director
See Interview [Blog]
Hyeon-young Kim
[Job Position]
See Interview [Blog]