Kids in Korean can begin attending kindergartens at 5 years old. Many parents these days are sending their kids off to English kindergartens. These places are called kindergartens out of convenience, but in reality, they are actually a type of private educational institute for English. Kids can level up their English skills, since classes are held in English all day with teachers who are native speakers. Bur this can be taxing on young children. Another problems is the tuition fees, which can border on (the) excessive.
My daughter turns 5 years old this year, and I am torn over whether to send her to an English kindergarten. I've read various opinions online, but the effectiveness and adjustment period are all over the place depending on the child. This has made it even harder to make the call.
border on sth - if behaviour, a quality or a feeling borders on something more extreme, it is almost that thing
taxing - difficult or needing a lot of thought or effort
torn - divided ot undecided, as in preference
- It felt strange when we sent our daughter off to college. / Many parents send their kids off to camp duting the summer.
- The high cost was taxing on my parents.
- We are torn over where to go for our vacation. / I am torn over whether to get my son a smartphone.
1: Your child starts kindergarten this year, right?
2: Yes, that's right.
1: Have you settled on a kindergarten yet?
2: I gave somme thought to English kindergarten, but decided to send her to an ordinary one.
1: Oh, really?
2: Yes, I reached the conclusion that that's what's best for our child's disposion.