Parent Testimonials from Mother of An Sugimata (2025-26)

We are delighted to share a new testimonial from the parent of An Sugimata, a student who joined SCLI in 2025 - 2026.

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Testimonials from the parents

My daughter had a great experience at SCLI.

Her English has improved tremendously.

Before studying abroad, she struggled with English and lacked confidence in speaking it.

However, thanks to her homestay experience, she was surrounded by English every day, which motivated her to engage more actively in her English studies at school.

We are also very grateful to the teachers and staff at SCLI for creating such a welcoming and supportive learning environment.

Their encouragement and dedication helped our daughter gain confidence, stay motivated, and make the most of her experience.

What impressed us even more than her improvement in English was the growth of her independence.

With the support of her teachers and host family, she learned how to think for herself and take initiative in her daily life.

Overcoming the challenge of communicating in English with people she had never met before in an unfamiliar environment gave her a great deal of confidence.

We are very proud of how much she has grown through this experience.

SCLI provided not only excellent English instruction but also a safe and supportive environment where our daughter could grow both academically and personally.

Through this experience, she gained confidence, independence, and valuable life skills that will benefit her for years to come.

We would highly recommend this program to other students and families.

Rie Takenaka Sugimata

Mother of An Sugimata (2025-26)