So it's the start of the new academic year in Japan and it's great to meet the new students at the two schools I teach at.

Both the vocational senior high school and the sports-focused junior high school have a good mix of students and ability levels so finding the right balance in each class is essential. With the additional entrance exam and STEP EIKEN test preparation to do and assisting with the design and presentation of the intensive pre-homestay course, it will be a busy year but one that I'm looking forward to.