The BBocs Digital Resource School Membership includes full access to all downloadable worksheets, songs, chants, and other printable resources in the curriculum packs. However, it does not include physical books.
You can print the worksheets directly from the downloadable curriculum packs to use in class. As your school grows, you may find that physical books are convenient for structuring lessons, reducing prep time, and offering a more organized experience for both students and parents.
Schools can also receive a discount on FUNbooks and other resources based on yearly volume. For more details, check out our discount policy here.
For more information or assistance with accessing your downloadable resources, please contact us anytime.
What resources are available for free without a membership?Jeremy2024-11-06T12:57:06+09:00
Printable flashcards, unit songs, chant videos, curriculum cards, ASK Cards, Sticktionary Cards, At Home Challenge Cards, and more are all free with a basic BINGOBONGO account. Register for free now!
Are there any hidden fees or additional costs?Jeremy2024-10-08T15:32:40+09:00
Manual renewals require the customer to make a payment before the end of the term to avoid service interruptions. Automatic renewals ensure continuous access without any gaps.
What happens if I cancel my membership mid-term?Jeremy2024-10-08T15:31:57+09:00
You will retain access to the services until the end of your current term, with no additional charges. You will also keep access to any materials you’ve already downloaded.
Can I change the number of members in my plan?Jeremy2024-11-06T12:42:06+09:00
Full PDF versions of FUNbooks are not available. All individual pages with answers are available in the downloadable curriculum packs, in the FUN!box, or in the GoZone. For assistance with signing up or any other questions, please contact us.
Can I purchase individual curriculum packs or resources without a membership?Jeremy2024-11-06T12:38:29+09:00
Yes. They are all available to purchase individually here. They are also included at no additional cost with the BBocs Digital Resources School/Institution Membership which also includes 25 free student accounts and 1-year unlimited access to the BBocs Digital Resources. So if you want all 10 levels of the download packs with over 7000 files included, the School/Institution membership is the clear winner. For assistance with purchasing accounts or any other questions, please contact us.
Do students need memberships for access to games and interactive resources at home?Jeremy2024-11-06T12:33:44+09:00
While basic songs and chants are free with a BINGOBONGO account, video lessons and interactive content require a student membership. Memberships can be purchased by parents or schools can get 25 free student accounts and with the with the BBocs Digital Resources School/Institution Membership. Additional accounts can be purchased at 40% off the retail price. For assistance with purchasing accounts or any other questions, please contact us.
What happens if new students join mid-year?Jeremy2024-11-06T12:30:35+09:00
New students can either pay monthly on their own, or schools can purchase a yearly membership at a prorated price. For assistance with purchasing accounts or any other questions, please contact us.
How much does it cost to purchase student memberships?Jeremy2024-11-06T12:29:59+09:00
Individual student memberships can be purchased directly by students here. For schools with the BBocs Digital Resources School/Institution Membership, 25 student memberships are included. Additional memberships can be purchased by the school at a 40% discount, allowing schools to provide or resell them to parents. For assistance with purchasing accounts or any other questions, please contact us.
What does a BBocs Digital Resources Teacher Plus membership include?Jeremy2024-11-06T12:23:46+09:00
Yearly memberships are on average 35% cheaper than paying monthly over the course of a year. Check out the various options here or contact us to find out more.
What are the pricing options for BBocs (BINGOBONGO Online Curriculum System) memberships?Jeremy2024-11-07T13:34:04+09:00
How To Name Your Language School (eikaiwa in Japan)
In my first article about starting a language school in Japan, I wrote that you should think hard and choose an amazing name for your English school (eikaiwa). There are some cases where using your own name when naming your school business can have a positive impact on the school’s brand and sales, but in general, I think it’s better not to use your own name and I’ll explain why.
I’m BIG in Japan, so I should start by naming my English language school (eikaiwa) after myself, right?
Recently, I’ve heard some school owners suggest that there’s no problem with naming your school after yourself when starting a language school. I would also agree that there’s “no problem” with it, but why settle for satisfactory when you can do better? Any business that aims to be satisfactory or mediocre will probably get trampled by their competition. Just in case people are still confused about how to name their new language school (eikaiwa in Japan) when starting out, I’ll explain why there are better choices than using your own name for your school.
First, people who claim it’s okay to use your own name for your language school often reference famous companies such as Cadbury’s, Heinz, Adidas, McDonald’s, and Shane Eikaiwa to prove their point. Let’s think about that for a couple of seconds. You’re about to start a business and create a branding/marketing strategy for your new company and you’re comparing yourself to companies that started over 50 years ago (Shane), over 100 years ago (Heinz), or over 200 years ago (Cadbury’s). Do you think these companies were focused on internet marketing and SEO strategies over 70 years ago? Not a chance. Do you think that these companies have survived solely based on their names? No. And for this handful of examples, how many millions of companies named after the company founders have failed? Probably most of them. My point is that these examples aren’t very relevant when deciding a name for a new language school or business.
So using my name for my language school is bad?
No, of course not. The idea when starting out and creating a name for your language school is to create something that’s memorable, unique, and if possible, describes the brand or product being sold. If you’re a local celebrity starting an English school, then maybe your name might achieve some of these requirements, but for most people, your name can’t effectively describe your product.
Now let’s think about what makes a name memorable. Consider the following randomly generated names: Xenia, Cleisthenes, Haerviu. Are they easy for you to remember? They aren’t for me. What about Japanese names? Can you easily remember these names: Haruto, Rimia, Kounosuke? I’ve lived in Japan for 13 years and still struggle with Japanese names.
Now consider that when starting an English school in Japan, 99% of your customers will most likely be Japanese. Can you guarantee that they’re familiar with your name and can easily remember it? Another concern you should have with using your own name is that a search for “English School” could give results such as “Mike’s English School,” “Mac’s English School,” and “Meeka’s English School.” It will be difficult to stand out from the crowd if everyone has similarly named schools.
Find a memorable and meaningful name when naming your new language school or business
Now consider these three common words: apple, smile, and jump. Not only are they easy to remember, but they also are used in katakana English. Without a doubt Apple English School, Smile English School, and Jump English School are easier to recognize at a glance and remember.
Next, let’s design a logo for our school. Which name is going to be easier to design an effective logo? I can think of a dozen different designs for Apple English School, Smile English School, and Jump English School. Designing a logo based on your own name, on the other hand, leaves far fewer options.
Finally, I think the most important aspect to naming your school business should be the name’s ability to describe your school and the lessons that you provide. With Apple English School, I think about Apple for A and starting with the ABCs. With Smile English School, I think about kids and teachers laughing together. And with Jump English School, I think about kids actively using their bodies to learn. With “Your Name English School”, there’s nothing that comes to mind unless I know you personally.
Unfortunately the names Apple English School, Smile English School, and Jump English aren’t actually ideal because they’re probably already taken. But they do illustrate the importance of having a simple school name that’s easy to remember and describes your product. Of course, uniqueness is also important, which is why using Your Name English School is appealing to many people. We are all unique and our names typically illustrate that. Unfortunately, if the name isn’t memorable or descriptive, then it might be worth going back to the drawing board.
If you’ve already started your language school and named your school after yourself, you’ve probably quickly realized that like most aspects of running a business, there’s no single decision that will make or break your chances of success. It’s the combination of lots of small, great decisions that will help you excel. So, if you’re just starting your new language school and don’t have a name yet, why not start your company with your first great decision: a great name for your language school. If you’re having troubles coming up with ideas, there’s always the random business and school name generator. Who knows, maybe you’ll get some inspiration.
There are plenty more articles for language school owners below!
Starting your own language school can be a rewarding career path, both financially and personally – so check out our other articles on this topic to find out everything you need to know about setting up and managing your own English language school (eikaiwa school in Japan)!
Do you think these companies were focused on internet marketing and SEO strategies over 70 years ago? Not a chance. Do you think that these companies have survived solely based on their names? No. And for this handful of examples, how many millions of companies named after the company founders have failed? Probably most of them. My point is that these examples aren’t very relevant when deciding a name for a new language school or business.
