Korean Dictionary
How to say "School readiness" in Korean
“School readiness” in Korean is 학교 준비 (pronounced "Hakgyo junbi").
학교 준비
Hakgyo junbi
Usage & Context
The skills and development needed to succeed in school. Korean parents focus heavily on school readiness, including academic and social skills.
Example Sentence
학교 준비는 중요한 단계입니다.
School readiness is an important stage.
How to use 학교 준비 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “School readiness” is 학교 준비, romanized as Hakgyo junbi.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
The word "학교" (hakgyo) sounds like "Hahk-gyoh" (rhymes with 'rock-yo'). "준비" (junbi) sounds like "Joon-bee" (like 'June-bee'). The stress is fairly even across syllables.
More Example Sentences
A parent discussing their child's development before starting elementary school.
우리 아이는 학교 준비가 잘 되어 있어요.
Our child is well-prepared for school.
A parent asking for advice on how to prepare their child for school.
학교 준비를 위해 어떤 활동이 필요할까요?
What activities are needed for school readiness?
Recommending a book to parents of children about to start school.
이 책은 초등학교 학교 준비에 도움이 됩니다.
This book helps with elementary school readiness.
Cultural Context
In Korea, "학교 준비" often encompasses not just academic skills like Hangeul and basic math, but also social skills, discipline, and independence. Many parents enroll their children in various academies (학원, hagwon) or special classes from a young age to ensure they are 'ready' for the competitive educational environment, even before elementary school. This intense focus reflects the high value placed on education and the desire for children to succeed from the very beginning.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
학교 준비를 하다
To prepare for school
학교 준비가 되다
To be ready for school
학교 준비 교육
School readiness education
Related Expressions
입학 준비
ipbak junbi
Admission preparation
예비 초등학생
yebi chodeunghaksaeng
Pre-elementary student
학습 준비물
hakseup junbimul
School supplies (for learning)
사회성 발달
sahoeseong baldal
Social development
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