Starfish Education

Founded in 2008 and incorporated as a service company in 2013, STARFISH Education aims to develop the competency of human capital of Myanmar’s youth through English language training. STARFISH Education addresses the needs of the whole person, not just language acquisition, by focusing on building confidence, helping young people actualize their potential and developing character in every one of the students.

OUR JOURNEY • 2008–2026         18 Years of Progress and the Journey Continues

From One Learning Community to a Growing Global Network

 

  • ★  2026

    18 years of impact

    Starfish celebrates 18 years of helping learners build confidence, pursue opportunities and shape brighter futures.

  • ◎  2024

    Quality education award

    Starfish receives the NEAS Quality Provider Award for New Members, recognizing its commitment to quality English-language education.

  • ◇  2023

    A national first

    Starfish becomes Myanmar’s first NEAS Quality Endorsed Centre for English-language education.

  • ⌂  2022

    A home in Bangkok

    A branch office opens in Bangkok, expanding services for the Burmese diaspora across 10+ countries.

  • ○  2022

    Learning in every pocket

    Two affordable English-learning apps make independent practice accessible anytime, anywhere.

  • ⌘  2020–2021

    Reaching Myanmar

    Online learning connects Starfish with students in more than 190 townships throughout the country.

  • ▣  2020

    Learning goes online

    Starfish moves beyond physical classrooms and makes quality English education available online.

  • ⇄  2016–2021

    Kaplan partnership

    Starfish becomes Myanmar’s exclusive Kaplan Certified Education Provider, bringing internationally recognized test preparation to local learners.

    • 2013–2019

    Thousands of learners

    More than 6,000 students study with Starfish each year, supported by over 40 qualified teachers.

  • ◆  2013–2019

    Growing campuses

    Starfish grows from one learning community to four campuses across Yangon and Mandalay.

  • ▣  2013

    Built to grow

    Starfish is incorporated as a service company, strengthening its commitment to developing Myanmar’s human potential.

  • ✦  2008

    A bold beginning

    Starfish Education begins with a vision to help Myanmar’s youth unlock life-changing opportunities through English.

The name Starfish was inspired by the timeless story of making a difference—one starfish at a time. For over 18+ years, we have helped learners build confidence, unlock their potential, and create their own success stories. Trusted by generations of students, parents, and organizations, Starfish Education offers comprehensive programs—from Young Learners and General English to Corporate English and preparation for IELTS, TOEFL, and the Duolingo English Test.

Available both in person and online, our highly interactive classes are led by qualified local and native-speaking teachers. Master English at one of Myanmar’s leading language  schools—enroll today and take the next step toward your future.