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English Vantage
Meet the reason behind the company
why was English Vantage created?
English Vantage was created to nurture kids in their true understanding of what they read and to give them the confidence they need to succeed in the classroom.
As an experienced teacher of English around the world for over twelve years, I noticed a decline in the comprehension of what kids were reading. They would read a short text and sound fine, but when asked questions about it, they went “blank”. They clearly didn’t understand what they just read.
There are many factors for this, and one of them is technology. There are automated spell checks, audio books, and AI to do most of the work for students. This means they are not practicing these skills of spelling, reading, writing, making inferences, and others. This is causing a decline in their educational growth and grades.
At English Vantage, these skills are pushed and students are encouraged to try their best and to practice them outside our lessons. Growth will only happen if they put in the work.
Hi! I'm Miss Jennifer
I am so glad you are here!
I have been teaching English in foreign countries for 11 years. I do it as a way to slow-travel and to experience other cultures more fully.
I have taught and lived in South Korea, the United Arab Emirates, China, and spent a couple of weeks in Napoli, Italy as a volunteer English teacher. I have taught to all ages with each student on a different journey to improving their skills.
As an English teacher, I have spent the time, energy, and money on several certifications including a bachelors in vocal performance, a 120-Hour TEFL, the CELTA, and others. My university years were spent in Fresno, California as a music student studying classical singing. You may hear me teaching in a sing-song voice now and then.
I know that the best way to learn a language is by doing. Therefore, I use a communicative approach encouraging my students to speak up, write out, explain, and to really be as involved as possible in the lessons. They are given those silent, "awkward" moments to think for themselves or to answer a question. I know this time is needed to allow them the space to think.
I am excited to meet you and I look forward to helping your child reach their goals in English!
"You made my child no longer resistant to English, I appreciate that."
Mandy
Free Learning Assessments
5-Minute Phonics Check
The Phonics Check assesses letter sounds, blends, and early reading skills.
Beginner Reading Check
The Beginner Reading Check assesses how your child performs with sentences, reading, vocabulary, and reading comprehension.
Reading and Vocabulary Check
The Reading and Vocabulary Check assesses reading comprehension, vocabulary, and paragraph-level understanding.
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We know that managing your child’s education and schedule can be overwhelming. If you don't see your question here, our friendly support team is just a message away.
Do you teach other subjects in English?
No. The focus is only on phonics and reading comprehension and vocabulary.
Do you teach other ages?
No. Only ages 5-12 are taught.
How often are classes?
Classes are Monday through Thursday. How often you want to have a lesson on each of those days is up to you.
Do you teach on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays?
No. Until further notice, classes are Monday-Thursday.
What happens if we are late or miss a class?
If a student is late, no time is made up because there are classes after them and it's their responsibility to arrive on time.
If the student is a no-show for class, the class is lost.
What happens if we need to cancel a class?
Classes must be canceled 48 hours before the start of the lesson. The lesson my then be rescheduled online. The payment from the canceled lesson will be applied to the rescheduled lesson.
Will my child have a lot of extra homework?
The amount of homework depends on how much the student wants to do.
How much screen time is required?
Online sessions are designed to be highly interactive and dynamic, ensuring kids aren't just staring at a screen. Classes are kept to an engaging 30-60 minutes to minimize screen fatigue while maximizing learning.
My child is very active. How do you support them?
The lessons encourage the student to be a full participant in speaking, reading out-loud, and writing on the screen. Interactive games, including moving games, are used for the moments a student needs to get out of their seat.
My child is very shy. How do you support them?
Classes are designed to be a safe, encouraging environment. With small group sizes, quieter children are gently involved through low-pressure games and positive reinforcement until they feel confident speaking up.
How do you know which level is right for my child?
A quick, stress-free placement test that feels more like a fun quiz helps us match your child to the perfect age and course, ensuring they are challenged but never overwhelmed.
Do I need to buy any books?
For the phonics lessons, yes. Part of the homework involves the books.
For the reading comprehension and vocabulary lessons, no. The materials (PDFs) are all provided.
Helping children ages 5–12 build lifelong confidence through fun, interactive English learning.
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Vancouver, Washington, USA
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