English Courses

Children’s Programs

The ability of children to learn another language is nothing short of remarkable. Every language has a particular set of sounds that babies are innately able to identify. The best time to teach a new language to a child is between birth and age ten. We cater to this important window of opportunity with language and culture programs for kids.

Research has proven that childhood is the easiest time to build a cultural foundation and learn a foreign language. Children can quickly soak up language and cultural knowledge while having fun. The easiest time for a child’s brain to learn a new dialect is between birth and age ten. It is during this time that a child’s brain has the greatest flexibility and is best able to make new circuit connections.Through contact with people of different ethnic backgrounds and perspectives, children also gain first-hand experience of diverse cultures and values. We see our children’s program as a key part in nurturing future global leaders.

Research has also shown the chances of children being able to speak without an accent is greater the earlier they start to learn. Furthermore, experience has shown how much fun young learners have and how proudly, confidently and naturally they practice their new language.

Reasons to enroll your children in this program

• • Learning a second language has a positive influence on children’s intellectual capacities
  • It encourages and enriches intellectual development
  • It enhances mental agility
  • It aids understanding of the native language
  • It lays the foundation for an understanding and appreciation of other cultures
  • It enhances native quality pronunciation and speaking rhythms
  • It provides a sound basis for language learning at school
  • It improves job opportunities in many fields
  • Learn through having fun

Course Features

• • • NOT a regular type class
    • Fun activities: Role Play, Interactive Games and Prizes
    • Small size class (max 10 students)
    • Mid morning snack
    • Regular progress reports
    • Fun based methodology
    • All Native English speaking teachers
    • Trained, experienced early learning teachers

How it works

5 to 7 age group:

• • • Emphasis on vocabulary and pronunciation
    • Practice through activities such as, singing, painting, handcrafts and dancing, videos

8 to 12 age group:

• • • Emphasis on Correct speech and reading comprehension
    • Practice through activities such as, watching videos and talking about them, role-play, writing short stories, games

13 to 17 age group:

• • • Emphasis on Correct speech and reading comprehension
    • Practice through activities such as, role plays, short presentations and talking about them, writing tasks, games

Classes are held once a week on Saturdays so as not to interfere with school. The sessions are 3 hours each either morning, 9 to 12 or afternoon 2 to 5 for each age group.

Assessment

Students are constantly assessed; however the older group is periodically given a type of progress check. These progress checks are then given to the parents or can be arranged earlier at parent’s request.

Timetable

Children’s Program  5-7 year old

Children’s Program  8-12 year old & 13-17 year old

Saturday Kid’s Program Fees