We offer the best English language teaching for children at all levels from beginners to proficiency and we have a reputation for professionalism, excellence and, above all, results with students coming back to our courses term after term.

When your child comes to the British Council they will enjoy the benefits of:

			Highly experienced and well-qualified teachers who are specialised in teaching English to children
			Teachers and support staff who care about your childs development and their safety
			The most up-to-date, innovative teaching methods
			Fully-equipped classrooms including some rooms with Interactive White Boards and eight computers in our dedicated computer classroom
			The latest in English teaching technology, including multimedia CD-ROMs and interactive web resources
			The most appropriate course for their needs according to their age, level of English ability and stage of development
			The opportunity to prepare for a Cambridge English Exam
			Access to a wide range of story books and listening cassettes, DVDs and magazines for children in our library, Network Central

Our aim is for every child to:

			Communicate clearly and confidently in English
			Use their creativity and imagination in different situations
			Activate their knowledge and become more fluent
			Develop their ability to think and learn independently and effectively
			Enjoy their learning
			Develop a world view
			Realise their full potential

Our course will complement your childs English programme at school and support their overall development.

We believe that children learn English most successfully when teaching is adapted to their age, level of ability and developmental stage. In our classes children:

			hear and speak English throughout the class
			participate actively in the class
			are challenged and stimulated
			feel comfortable, supported and not stressed
			have the opportunity to develop all skills in a creative environment
			use a variety of media (visual, audio, computer) to stimulate and motivate them

We believe that parents are important partners in the learning process so when you enrol your child for an English course, we will invite you to a New Students seminar so that you can learn about our methodology and how you can help your child learn English. Throughout the year we offer seminars on a range of interesting and useful topics for parents such as how children develop and learn. You will also be invited to Focus Group meetings so that we can get your opinion on our products and services.

Our courses are organised according to the age of the child and their ability in English. To join a class, your child must do a level test. Please visit our registration webpage for more information about the next testing session. Levels range from beginner to advanced. We group children in age groups:

BC Kids

Suitable for: children in their last year of pre-school and first year of primary school.

Focus on:

			creating a positive experience of learning English
			appealing to children's natural sense of curiosity and fun
			developing language through the use of songs, rhymes, stories and games
			developing social skills of the classroom

Schedule:

Classes are scheduled for one hour, twice a week per 12 week term. According to your child's level of English, classes may be available:

			13.00-14.00 or 14.15-15.15
			Tue and Thur or Wed and Fri

Juniors

Suitable for: children in primary school grades 2 to 4.

Focus on:

			creating a positive experience of learning English
			appealing to childrens natural sense of curiosity and fun
			developing language through the use of songs, rhymes, stories, games, videos/DVDs, computers and the internet
			introducing children to the culture of the English speaking world

Schedule:

Classes are scheduled for one and a half hours, twice a week per 12 week term. According to your childs level of English classes may be available:

			14.15-15.45 or 16.00-17.30
			Tue and Thur or Wed and Fri
			Some levels may be available on Saturday morning

Seniors

Suitable for: children in secondary school grades 5 to 8.

Focus on:

			Providing a systematic development of language and skills
			Improving students ability and confidence in using English in a range of situations
			Using a variety of modern teaching techniques including pair and group work, games and the latest English language technology and multimedia
			Developing creativity and independent thought

Schedule:

Classes are scheduled for one and a half hours, twice a week per 12 week term. According to your child's level of English classes may be available:

			9.00-10.30, 10.45-12.15, 14.15-15.45 or 16:00-17:30
			Some levels may be available on Saturday morning or afternoon

For courses for Young Adults in high school grades IX to XII, please visit our Young Adults webpage.

We believe that children gain most from their course through a system of continuous monitoring and assessment. Our teachers monitor and assess your childs progress throughout the course using their:

			classroom work
			participation in lessons
			homework
			tests

BC Kids and Juniors are assessed on:

Each child in BC kids and Juniors classes have a portfolio. This contains all of the work done by your child, and will be given to you at the end of term so that you can see what your child has achieved. At the end of each term, BC Kids and Juniors will get a certificate with from one to five stars for each assessed area.

Seniors are assessed on speaking, writing, effort + participation and the mid-term and end of term progress test. At the end of each term Seniors get a certificate with a grade for each area assessed:

They will also get an overall grade which reflects their performance throughout the term, including the final test.

We are concerned for your childs safety. We ask parents to contact us if their child will not be attending a class. On request we provide a collection service for your child.

We will contact you:

			If your child is absent and we have not received prior notification
			If your child is finding it difficult to cope with the level of the class
			In cases of sickness
			In the event of behaviour concerns

If you have any concerns about your child, our Young Learner Coordinator/ Head of Young Learners is happy to talk to you. Please contact our Customer Services team to make an appointment.

Before you can register you child for an English course, we need to assess their current level of English. Please visit our registration webpage to see when our next registration period is and to see the schedule for level testing.

For BC Kids classes (last year of pre school and grade I) the level test will be a short interview with a teacher (5-10 minutes). For children in grades II to XII the level test consists of a short written test (20-30 minutes) and an interview with a teacher (5-10 minutes). After the level test, one of our Customer Services team will give you information about the schedules available for the class which our teacher has recommended for your child. If we have a class at a time suitable for your child and with available places, you can then register. (Places in classes are sold on a first come, first served basis and availability is limited.)

See our current course fees.
Please visit our website for information on our policies on registration, class size, discounts and refunds.