International kindergarten to hold seminar on April 16

By John Redmond

An international kindergarten in Yongsan, Seoul, will hold a seminar on “third culture kids” on April 16.

The host, ECLC International Kindergarten, said the event is for parents interested in learning more about their child’s growth and development.

The presentation of about 45 minutes will be immediately followed by a Q&A.

The lecture will be presented by Andy Whitney who will be giving advice to parents of young children.

Third culture kids refer to children growing up away from their home culture.

Whitney has been an early childhood educator for over 30 years.

Originally from the United States, Whitney, who has a bachelor of science degree in child development from the University of Maine and a masters in education from Harvard University, has taught in Africa, South America and Asia.

ECLC International Kindergarten is a nonprofit international school for children aged from two to six years. It is a quality English-speaking school with enrollment of over 100 children representing 27 countries.

The lecture will be held from 10 a.m. and the cost is free.

The kindergarten is located at 122 Dokseodang-no (5-3 Hannam-dong), Yongsan-gu. For more information call (02)795-8418 or email admin@eclcseoul.com or visit https://www.eclcseoul.