Eye Level Learning

{{Infobox company |name = Eye Level |logo = Eye Level Learning Logo.png |logo_size = 220 |type = Subsidiary of Daekyo |foundation = 1976 |location = Seoul, South Korea (Global HQ); Fort Lee, New Jersey, U.S. (Daekyo America, Inc.) |industry = Education, Tutoring, EdTech |key_people = Kang Young-joong (Founder); Kang Ho-jun (CEO) |products = Eye Level Math, Eye Level English, Summit of Math |homepage = {{URL|https://www.myeyelevel.com}} }}

'''Eye Level''' is an international supplemental education service provider and a flagship brand of Daekyo, a leading education company based in South Korea.<ref>{{URL|https://www.myeyelevel.com}}</ref> Established in 1976, the brand is widely known in its home market as '''Noonnoppi''' ({{korean|hangul=눈높이}}), meaning "eye level."

Eye Level operates more than 1,500 learning centers globally, providing personalized, self-paced learning programs for students from preschool to secondary education.

== Global Operations == The company manages its international business through a network of direct subsidiaries and franchise partnerships across 19 regions. * '''Subsidiaries:''' Its North American regional headquarters, '''Daekyo America, Inc.''' (established in 1991), is located in '''Fort Lee, New Jersey'''. Other key subsidiaries are located in Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore. * '''Franchise Network:''' Eye Level's global footprint extends to regions including the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, India, the Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, Myanmar, Taiwan, UAE, Kuwait, and Uzbekistan.<ref>{{cite news |title=Daekyo expands global reach with new center in Uzbekistan |url=https://www.mk.co.kr/news/special-edition/11200594 |work=Maeil Business Newspaper |date=2024-12-24}}</ref>

== Programs and Technology == Eye Level’s curriculum is centered on its "Eye Level" philosophy, which emphasizes seeing the world from a child's perspective and allowing students to learn at their own pace. * '''Eye Level Math:''' Covers both arithmetic and critical thinking math, utilizing various physical teaching tools to help students visualize mathematical concepts. * '''Eye Level English:''' An integrated language program covering phonics, reading comprehension, and writing skills. * '''Summit of Math:''' An advanced AI-powered mathematics program that uses patented "Knowledge Unit" analysis to identify specific learning gaps in real-time and provide customized study paths.

== Global Events == === Eye Level Math Olympiad (ELMO) === Since 2004, the company has hosted the '''Eye Level Math Olympiad (ELMO)''', an annual international competition.<ref>{{cite press release |title=Eye Level Math Olympiad 2025 Opens Registration for Students Worldwide |url=https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/eye-level-math-olympiad-2025-opens-registration-for-students-worldwide-302561383.html |publisher=PR Newswire |date=2025-02-12}}</ref> It has attracted over 70,000 cumulative participants from 15+ countries. The event provides students with individualized analytical reports to help them understand their strengths in mathematical reasoning and problem-solving.

== Expansion into K-12 Education == While sharing the overarching "Eye Level" educational philosophy, Daekyo operates its formal K-12 school division entirely separate from its supplemental tutoring franchises.

=== Eye Level Integrated School (ELIS) === '''Eye Level Integrated School (ELIS)''' is a premium international kindergarten and K-12 school brand established by Daekyo in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, in 2024.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://biz.heraldcorp.com/article/3360293 |title=대교, 프리미엄 국제 유치원 ‘ELIS’ 베트남 1호점 개원 (Daekyo opens its first premium international kindergarten 'ELIS' in Vietnam) |publisher=Herald Economy |language=ko}}</ref> Operating distinctly from the Eye Level learning centers, ELIS provides a formal institutional curriculum aiming for a seamless K-12 educational journey. The inaugural campus is located in the Thao Dien ward of Ho Chi Minh City.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.yna.co.kr/view/RPR20240124004300353 |title=대교, 베트남 호찌민에 프리미엄 국제 유치원 'ELIS' 개원 (Daekyo opens premium international kindergarten 'ELIS' in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam) |publisher=Yonhap News |language=ko}}</ref>

==== Curriculum and Programs ==== The school utilizes a theme-based integrated approach, connecting a single common theme across multiple subjects. The curriculum prioritizes self-directed expression and logical thinking development within an English immersion environment.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://chaovietnam.co.kr/84490/ |title=호치민 타오디엔 ‘ELIS 프리미엄 유치원’ 베트남 1호점 개원 (Ho Chi Minh Thao Dien 'ELIS Premium Kindergarten' opens its first branch in Vietnam) |publisher=Chao Vietnam |language=ko}}</ref>

Classes are divided into four regular stages according to children's age and developmental characteristics: * '''Seed Class''' (Pre-K, 18–35 months): Play-based learning focusing on basic emotional, cognitive, and physical development. * '''Root Class''' (K1, 36–47 months): Focuses on self-exploration and forming self-efficacy based on physical abilities. * '''Leaf Class''' (K2, 48–59 months): Utilizes fairy tales and storytelling to develop relationship-building and emotional expression skills. * '''Flower Class''' (K3, 60–71 months): Employs project-based learning to develop problem-solving skills.

In addition to the regular curriculum, ELIS offers after-school enrichment programs, including early childhood physical education, art, hands-on mathematics using learning tools, creative science, and musical theater.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.m-i.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=1106840 |title=대교, 베트남에 국제 유치원 ‘ELIS’ 오픈 (Daekyo opens international kindergarten 'ELIS' in Vietnam) |publisher=Maeil Ilbo |language=ko}}</ref>

==== Parent Communication and Evaluation ==== The institution operates an individualized evaluation system focused on each child's personal growth: * '''Digital Communication''': The school uses a multimedia smartphone application to share students' daily routines, meals, and educational progress with parents in real time. * '''Customized Reports''': Detailed reports analyzing the child's understanding and developmental status are provided once a semester. * '''Potential Badge''': Instead of comparative grading, the school awards individualized badges in the third term that symbolize each child's unique strengths.

== See also == * Daekyo * Supplemental education

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== External links == * {{official|https://www.myeyelevel.com}} * [http://www.daekyo.com/en/ Daekyo Global Website]

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