Q: Who are your Socrates Academy students and Socrates Cafe members? A: Our students and members are current and former professors, researchers, graduate students, medical professionals, elementary students, interpreters, guides, teachers, business people, and other everyday people! Beginners are also welcome!
Q: What do you do with Socrates Academy students during lessons? A: In our lessons, some students are preparing for TOEFL or TOEIC exams, while others practice critical thinking, reading and writing, watching and talking about videos, discussing issues, interviewing, and more. They are actively learning how to speak and think clearly, with more confidence. In our highest level classes, students are naturally expressing themselves in English! Q: What is 'Socrates Cafe'? A: In a Socrates Cafe (English Salon) members typically talk about work, travel, activities, hobbies, and everyday life in a casual "cafe" style environment. Members occasionally lead a special topic or discussion with the group. It's a great chance to actually use English with others, especially for Socrates Academy students who also join!
Q: So can Socrates Academy students also join a Socrates Cafe? A: Currently, private students can also join a Socrates Cafe whenever Socrates Cafe ticket members hold a Socrates Cafe. Students and members can also come attend free events, which we'll hold 3-4 times a year! Q: When was Socrates Academy established? A: Our doors opened in early 2004, so we're still learning and growing, too! Our co-founders, however, have a lot of experience between them in English education or other English related work projects - translation, bi-lingual IT project management, international student support, etc! Q: What other services does Socrates Academy provide? A: We also provide translation and editing services, and were recently credited in the publication of a research article which appeared in an art & science academic journal. In spring 2025, we created a 3-month intensive program to prepare an elementary student for a homestay in Australia. And in summer 2025, we worked on curriculum development for a junior & senior high school's summer intensive course. We are happy to collaborate with individuals or organizations on any English-related projects! Please contact us!