For our standard adult lessons, we choose topics that are relevant and interesting for our students to encourage participation and discussion; including; emotional development, current events and global issues. Even for beginners, we aim to get students reading very simple texts where, with context and encouragement, they can understand at least 80% of the content. This method allows them to assimilate more vocabulary this way without over-exerting themselves and getting demoralised. Conversation-led classes are also a crucial part of the curriculum, enabling students to express themselves in English and learn conversational basics that may be applicable in their work or personal life.

 

Our kids range in ages from toddlers to teens, and we aim to turn their energy and interest into a constructive and encouraging activity that they enjoy and learn from. The kids meet our volunteers from around the world and form bonds with people whose paths may never cross, offering a beautiful cultural exchange.Taking away the fear of the unknown when learning a new language and meeting new people is important to our lessons and one that hopes to give the children confidence in forming future connections. We try to incorporate movement, sports, games and activities into the classroom, with a monthly baking class, and a monthly theatre day. Having fun and making the classroom as close to real life as possible is highly conducive to good language learning.