Belonging
Predictable routines and warm teacher guidance help children enter the room ready to listen, respond, and take a risk.
FALL 2026｜GRADE 1 ADMISSIONS｜HSINCHU & ZHUBEI
A strong first year starts with feeling known.
The transition to elementary school is full of firsts. Our Grade 1 program gives children a predictable, encouraging place to learn classroom routines, build early literacy, and discover that their ideas are worth sharing.
Now welcoming Grade 1 inquiries. Contact either campus for current openings and schedules.
Grade 1A strong start
A THOUGHTFUL BEGINNING
What a strong first year should build
Young learners do not need to race ahead. They need a classroom that builds security, sound foundations, independence, and a lasting willingness to participate.
Early literacy
Alphabet knowledge, sound-symbol relationships, and careful listening prepare children for decoding and reading.
Classroom independence
Students practice following directions, taking turns, organizing materials, and completing short tasks with growing responsibility.
Joy in language
Stories, play, conversation, and practical work show children that English is something they can understand and enjoy.
THE GRADE 1 EXPERIENCE
Five foundations that grow together
Classroom communication
Understand everyday directions, ask for help, and respond to teachers and classmates.
Phonics and word study
Connect letters and sounds through listening, oral practice, and early decoding.
Language for daily life
Use vocabulary and sentence patterns connected to school, family, friends, and familiar experiences.
Stories and comprehension
Build meaning through pictures, prediction, read-alouds, and supported reading.
Early BrightSteps inquiry
Observe, choose, make, and share discoveries through age-appropriate collaborative missions.
THE FIRST WEEKS
We begin with the child—not a preset pace
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Before classListen and learn
We talk with the family and learn about prior experience, confidence, and readiness.
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At the startBuild trust
Children become familiar with the teacher, the room, the routines, and the sound of the class.
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As routines settleStrengthen foundations
Speaking, phonics, and early reading connect through repeated, purposeful practice.
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With growing confidenceInvite independence
Students begin to choose words, answer with detail, describe, and contribute ideas of their own.
PARTNERSHIP WITH FAMILIES
Close attention at the stage when it matters most
- ✓Thoughtful placement by readiness and current skill
- ✓Teacher observation and clear learning feedback
- ✓Complimentary review support when a child needs more time
- ✓Family consultations at both Hsinchu and Zhubei campuses
VISIT HAI YIN
Two campuses. One shared commitment.
Meet with us in Hsinchu or Zhubei. We will learn about your child and help you identify an appropriate program and starting point.
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Hsinchu Campus
Convenient for families near Beimen, Zaixi, Jiushi, Minfu, and Nanliao elementary schools
(03) 532-777302
Zhubei Campus
Convenient for families near Guangming, Boai, Chenggong, and Xinglong elementary schools
(03) 558-8096Frequently asked questions
What families want to know
Does my child need to know the alphabet before enrolling?
No. Prior exposure is only one part of readiness. We also look at how the child listens, responds, joins a routine, and feels about participating.
How is this different from the English class at elementary school?
Hai Yin provides sustained interaction, explicit phonics instruction, reading preparation, and repeated opportunities to use language. Families can decide whether that additional depth fits their child and schedule.
Is BrightSteps appropriate for a new first grader?
Yes, when the mission is designed for the child’s stage. Early experiences emphasize observation, simple choices, hands-on work, teamwork, and short spoken responses.
How do I learn about openings and class times?
Send an inquiry or call either campus. We will discuss your child’s readiness and schedule before recommending an available class.
START A CONVERSATION
The right program begins with knowing the student.
Tell us about your child’s grade, previous experience, and schedule. A teacher will follow up to discuss placement and current options.