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Diverse genres through a balanced mix of fiction and non-fiction.
The School of Happiness International Network
An English-immersion curriculum that lets every school shine.
Six grades of English, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies, built on North American standards for students in non-English-speaking countries, with a step-by-step guide for every lesson.
20Years of research and development
800Volumes of curriculum developed
2,100+International course graduates
550Professional teachers trained
90Language academies in Korea
The curriculum
North American standards, made for non-English-speaking classrooms.
- Written and reviewed by North American certified teachers
- Classes and assessments at the level of local North American students
- Regular classes in four major subjects, all taught 100% in English
- Verified through 20 years of research and real classroom trials
- Optional dual support from homeroom and North American certified teachers
Mathematics
Critical thinking and problem solving, not rote drills.
Science
Essential scientific questions at rising difficulty, with real pictures and photos that spark interest.
Social Studies
History, geography and reading strategies through passages on society, history and civics.
Level structure
Six grades. Twelve modules in each.
Every subject runs through six SHINE grades. This is how they compare with North American and Korean school years.
- Grade 1Elementary 3rd
- Grade 2Elementary 5th
- Grade 3Middle School 1st
- Grade 4Middle School 3rd
- Grade 5High School 2nd
- Grade 6High School 3rd
Each student’s level is set after headquarters analyses their entrance test (Cambridge YLPT). Teachers can adjust it to fit the student.
10×
more speaking time for every student
In the classroom
Students talk. Teachers guide.
- Classes move from teacher-centred to student-centred
- Students reach conclusions through discussion and debate with each other
- English is a tool for learning four subjects, not just a goal
- Higher engagement and a real interest in learning
Teacher’s guide
Every lesson, planned minute by minute.
You do not need to be an experienced teacher. The guide walks you from opening to closing, with objectives, assessment, homework and new vocabulary for each class.
Opening 5 minWord wall, today’s words
Lesson 10 minIntroduce the topic
Lesson 10 minRead and discuss in pairs
Lesson 10 minAct it out, workbook tasks
Closing 5 minReview, assign homework
Handouts for every class are ready to download from the SHINE Teaching Materials site. Nothing to prepare from scratch.
Open teaching materialsWhere SHINE fits
One curriculum, many kinds of classes.
SHINE Brianna Kids
SHINE ESL for elementary and middle school
Classes for returnee students
Preparation for higher education
Preparation for study abroad
After-school learning
Cambridge exam ready
Prepares students for Cambridge YLE, KET and PET, from an official Cambridge English Authorised Exam Centre.
English plus knowledge
Students grow their English while learning four real subjects, unlike programmes that teach English alone.
Consistent teaching quality
Detailed teacher’s guides lift every teacher to the same standard, and student-centred classes keep parents happy.
A stronger school brand
An international programme gives your school a premium image that families look for.
Our mission
“Through educational excellence rooted in Christian values, we empower schools to SHINE the light of truth across nations.”
Educational calling
Excellence as a testimony
SHINE is a curriculum for Christian schools built on general academic subjects. We believe excellent teaching opens the way for the Gospel, and we help students grow into global leaders whose faith and learning work together.
Distinctive purpose
A curriculum for mission fields
Designed for non-English-speaking settings, SHINE builds near-native English in six months to a year. Its detailed manuals let any teacher deliver the same high-quality lesson, anywhere.
Strategic vision
Empowering Christian schools worldwide
Beyond textbooks, SHINE connects schools around the world through a shared educational standard: a Global Christian Education Network of education, mission and culture.
Our story
Nearly three decades of English education.
- 1996Glolink Education Inc. starts its education business.
- 2002Programme development, textbook research and classroom trials begin.
- 2006Launches one of Korea’s first practical English programmes.
- 2012Designated an official Cambridge English Authorised Exam Centre.
- 2023Supplies content to international schools and English academies.
- 2025SHINE, The School of Happiness, begins supplying schools.
Getting started
Five steps to start SHINE at your school.
- 01
Agreement
Decide to adopt SHINE and sign the programme supply agreement.
- 02
Placement test
Students take the Cambridge YLPT; we analyse the results and set each level.
- 03
Textbook order
Confirm quantities. Headquarters ships once the order is paid.
- 04
Teacher orientation
Online training on SHINE teaching methods and how to use the books.
- 05
Start SHINE!
Classes begin, with ongoing support for level changes and questions.
Bring SHINE to your school.
Tell us about your school and students, and we will help you plan the first term.
