Source: Yahoo News
At Jian Sheng’s Infant Care Center and Kindergarten in Tainan, children from various countries play and interact freely, showing no signs of language barriers despite coming from different linguistic backgrounds. Many parents wonder: how does Jian Sheng make it so natural for Mandarin-speaking and English-speaking children to communicate effortlessly? Principal Chou Shih-Lien explains that by integrating both Chinese and English into everyday routines, children naturally absorb and learn the languages. This bilingual immersion approach is one of the key reasons why many international families choose to enroll their children at Jian Sheng.
Principal Chou, who spent 10 years living in Canada, witnessed how local early education centers emphasized children’s freedom and creativity. Inspired by that experience, he brought the Canadian early education philosophy back to Jian Sheng—creating an open, bilingual learning environment. Combined with Jian Sheng’s existing Montessori and Froebel mixed-age teaching methods, children engage not only across age groups but also learn English in a natural setting. This educational vision continues to attract not just local Taiwanese families but also a growing number of international households.
(Photo: Courtesy of Jian Sheng Early Education Group)
For example, a 4-year-old boy—whose father is Singaporean and mother is of Spanish descent—originally communicated primarily in English at home. After moving to Taiwan, the family hoped to raise their child within a Montessori framework. Since enrolling at Jian Sheng, the boy has adapted remarkably well, made many friends, and shown rapid improvement in Chinese. He’s now even become his parents’ little “Chinese translator,” a testament to the effectiveness of Jian Sheng’s bilingual teaching philosophy.
This immersive approach allows children to naturally absorb and apply English in their daily lives, without needing to consciously switch between language modes—proving that learning can be seamless, intuitive, and joyful.
(Photo: Courtesy of Jian Sheng Early Education Group)
The father of a boy from Singapore shared that he observed Jian Sheng’s teaching approach to be highly international in style. For example, during Thanksgiving, teachers and children created turkey-themed art using handprints, and parents were invited to participate as well. Activities like these not only strengthen the connection between the school and families but also allow children to experience the festive atmosphere of different cultures.
Additionally, Jian Sheng Infant Care Center and Kindergarten design monthly themed activities to help children learn Chinese and English vocabulary related to their surroundings—such as colors, food, and local environments like post offices and convenience stores. These activities support children’s growing understanding and observation of the world around them.
Open Education and Strong Foreign Language Faculty: Guiding Children Toward a Bilingual Future
Andy Weng, General Manager of Jian Sheng Early Education Group, noted that with Taiwan’s 2030 bilingual policy approaching, many parents are realizing the urgency of their children’s English education. This has led numerous kindergartens to promote bilingual Chinese-English programs. However, most schools still follow rigid schedules with fixed English class times, which forces children to frequently switch between language modes—often resulting in reduced learning effectiveness.
In contrast, Jian Sheng Infant Care Center and Kindergarten integrate English seamlessly into daily life. Children are naturally exposed to and acquire the language through consistent use in their everyday environment. This immersive and intuitive approach to language acquisition is one of Jian Sheng’s proudest educational strengths.
(Photo: Courtesy of Jian Sheng Early Education Group)
For example, at Jian Sheng Tainan, in addition to Principal Chou Shih-Lien’s extensive living experience in Canada, the school features a resident Chinese-New Zealander teacher and a Taiwanese English program director—ensuring that children can use English naturally and confidently in daily life.
Recently, Jian Sheng Early Education Group also welcomed a baking teacher in Taipei with long-term experience living in the UK, further strengthening its international faculty. Looking ahead, Jian Sheng plans to sign MOUs with preschools in Europe and North America, promoting mutual visits and teacher exchange programs—breaking down borders and advancing bilingual education with a truly global perspective.
(Photo: Courtesy of Jian Sheng Early Education Group)
Choosing the right educational environment is crucial for a child’s growth. Jian Sheng Infant Care Center and Kindergarten has created a natural setting where multiculturalism and language learning go hand in hand. In this environment, children effortlessly absorb and apply English as part of their daily life—making it a reassuring choice for both local and international families.
Combined with the Montessori and Froebel teaching approaches that encourage children’s freedom to explore and grow, this child-centered philosophy not only brings joy to the learning process but also lays a solid foundation for a bright future.
