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CAT4: Understanding the British International School Entrance Test in Malaysia

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 When speaking with parents preparing for admission to British international schools in Malaysia, one of the most common concerns is the CAT4 test. Unlike regular English interviews or academic entrance exams, CAT4 is still unfamiliar to many Korean parents, which often makes the preparation process feel overwhelming. Many parents ask questions such as: “Is it an English test?” “Is it a math exam?” “Is it similar to an IQ test?” “Can students prepare simply by solving many practice questions?” Today, let’s take a deeper and more professional look at CAT4, one of the key assessments used by many British international schools in Malaysia. CAT4 Cognitive Abilities Test Overview                                                                 What is CAT4? CAT4 stands for Cognitive Abilities Test Fourth Edition . I...

What You Should Know About the English Education System Before Entering an International School in Malaysia

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“Will my child be able to follow the classes well in an international school?” This is one of the most common questions parents ask when considering international schools in Malaysia. Many parents think that as long as their child is good at English, they will do fine in an international school. However, there is actually a big difference between simply knowing many English words and studying in English at an international school. Today, let’s talk in simple and easy language about the English education system that parents should understand before entering an international school in Malaysia. In International Schools, English Is Not Just a Subject — It Is a Tool In Korea, English is often learned like an exam subject. Memorizing vocabulary Solving grammar questions Focusing on test scores Finding the correct answers in reading passages Many students are familiar with this kind of learning. But in Malaysian international schools, English is not simply another school subject. Students us...

How Does GLC English Use the Peter and Jane Series to Develop Reading and Speaking Skills?

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 Many parents want their children to start learning English early. However, one important question is often overlooked. “How can children naturally use English instead of simply memorising it?” Enjoyable English Learning At GLC English, we believe the most important part of early English education is not memorising grammar rules or difficult vocabulary first. What truly matters is helping children become comfortable using English naturally in real situations. That is wh...

Why “This” Comes Before the Alphabet in Your Child’s First English Learning Journey

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  I can read English The Secret of Language Acquisition Based on How Children Learn Their Mother Tongue When parents begin thinking about their child’s English education, they often ask the same questions: ...