I want to take my children to Canada for primary school. What should I prepare in advance?

1. Can I go to kindergarten or elementary school in Canada?

Of course. Canadian kindergartens are basically private, and the number of students in each class is limited. As long as it is not full, you can accept new students at any time. Canada's primary schools are basically public, and the transfer of classes requires the approval of the local education bureau. September to June is a school year, and classes are held from Monday to Friday (except holidays). There are 18-26 students in each class from 8: 30am to 2: 00pm or 3: 00pm. English and French are the official languages of Canada, so different schools teach in English or French.

2. What age is suitable for transferring to Canada?

It depends on the actual situation of parents and children. The following is my analysis:

Pre-school: Children's language skills are extremely strong, and they can communicate completely independently in about three months.

Kindergarten: Preschool classes in Canada can go to primary schools or preschool classes run by the society. Preschool classes are usually half a day. Preschool teaching belongs to entertaining and learning, and there is less learning and spelling. Mainly to give children a transition period, so that they can better adapt to full-time primary school study.

Grade one and grade two of primary school: this stage is the key period for students to accumulate English words. Students also began to use computers to conduct simple searches and do small topics related to nature and society. Mathematics is relatively simple, mainly the addition and subtraction within 100, and does not involve multiplication and division. No homework. At this stage, if the child changes classes, the language requirements for the child are not very high. Because in the usual classroom study, students will quickly master English and learn and use it flexibly.

The third and fourth grades of primary school: At this stage, students have begun to read independently, and there will be many opportunities to exercise their language skills in class. I studied the human history of some representative countries and Canada, and the addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of mathematics within 1000, and began to contact astronomy, rock and animal science. If you go to an English-taught school, the fourth-grade school will offer French classes. At this stage, children have certain language requirements when entering classes, but language barriers can be reduced through after-school reading and more contact with local children.

Grade five or six in primary school: children at this stage can already complete some project demonstrations independently. You can write about 500 words. Mathematics study multiplication and division within 2 digits, as well as first-order equations and probabilities; I began to dabble in natural sciences related to electricity, chemistry, wetlands, astronomical phenomena, forests and plants. At this stage, there is a high demand for the language of students transferred to classes. Students are required to prepare for the language and master basic English and words before going to Canada. The number of words needs to be around 5000.

Third, the child is too young, what should I do if I am not at ease?

Children at this stage urgently need the care and care of their parents to gain a sense of security. It is suggested that one parent take the form of accompanying reading. If parents can't go together, they need to find Canadian citizens or immigrants as guardians and live in host families, but I personally don't agree with the latter.

Fourth, how long can I change classes?

It depends on parents' plans and consultation with the local education bureau. It can be as short as 10 days and as long as 1 year or longer.

5. What is the cost of going to Canada for kindergarten or primary school?

The monthly child care fee for each child in kindergarten is about 1500 Canadian dollars (about 7500 yuan). Primary schools are determined according to the length of classes, and the annual tuition fee ranges from 7,000-12,000 Canadian dollars (about 35,000-60,000 RMB).

6. Which families are suitable for primary school in Canada?

Suitable for parents who have no work pressure and can accompany their children to Canada. Parents should have certain language communication skills. If they don't, don't back down. You can also sign up for an English class after you arrive in Canada. Parents and students should have exit records, and their families are relatively well-off. Only when children are lively and cheerful can they better integrate into the classroom. It is also suitable for parents who want to send their children abroad for long-term study. There is a popular saying at the moment that it is early to study abroad. Young and adaptable. Parents can see whether their children are suitable for studying abroad or settling abroad in the future.

Seven: What preparations need to be made?

Eight months or a year before the visa, apply for a school, rent a house, and get to know the local traffic situation. Visa requirements in Canada are relatively high. If there is no visa record for traveling abroad before, parents should take their children abroad, and it is best to go to countries with high visa gold content, such as Japan, Singapore, Europe or the United States. In addition, it should be noted that a Canadian visa requires highly reliable proof of property, and parents should also make preparations in advance.