It is spoken in the home, at work, and in other arenas. English is spoken at certain places like schools and government establishments, and upon meeting foreigners. Kosraean belongs to the Austronesian language family, as are all of the Micronesian languages. Education Education is highly emphasized by parents and teachers alike. Both public and private education are offered on Kosrae with elementary being from grades 1 through 8 and high school from grades 9 to 12.
Kosraean children begin school at the age of six.
The language of instruction in the primary grades is Kosraean and then basic English reading begins in the third grade. Attendance at public elementary schools is free and compulsory. Entrance into public secondary schools is determined by examination.