English for children
We offer multiple options for kids including English playgroup, children's group classes and Cambridge Kids courses where children learn English in a fun environment with a qualified English instructor.
Our mission is to inspire children's love for the English language through cultural activities, such as books, games, songs, and crafts.
For older children, we aspire to help them earn high marks in English in school or prepare them for Cambridge exams. Their improved English skills provide them with more self-confidence as young learners, higher success rates with academics, and advanced future professional opportunities.
Our group classes for children are always kept small in order to ensure maximum learning possibilities. The average class size is five students, although we do allow up to seven students on occasion. Groups are organized by age and English level. Classes are held weekly and students are welcome to join at any time. Courses are booked either quarterly or for the school year.
Before booking a class, please contact us so that we can suggest the right class for your child. You and your child are also welcome to attend a free trial class before booking.
In situations where we can't hold in-person classes because of COVID-19, we have classes online via Zoom.
Children are welcome to come for a free trial class ... and parents can stay and watch!
You can book for the whole school year for a discount (CHF 3 less per lesson, only available until October 31) or quarterly. After a quarter has started, please contact us to participate for a pro-rated fee.
Monday
9.00 - 11.00
English Playgroup
(Ab August 2021)
WARTELISTE
13.30 - 14.30
2. Kiga -1. Kl.
DREI PLATZ FREI
Tuesday
Wednesday
13.30 - 14.30
3. - 4. Kl. WARTELISTE
14.30 - 15.30
4. - 6. Kl. EIN PLATZ FREI
15.45 - 16.45
Kl. 3-4 Beginner
ZWEI PLATZ FREI
17.00 - 18.00
Cambridge Kids
Key Exam bis ~Jan. 2022
PET Exam ab ~Jan. 2022
Level A2/B1
EIN PLATZ FREI
Thursday
13.30 - 14.30
2. Kiga -1. Kl.
WARTELISTE
14.30 - 15.30
Friday
13.00 - 14.00
2.- 3. Kl. WARTELISTE
14.15 - 15.15
1- 2. Kl. WARTELISTE
15.45 - 16.45
4. Kl. +, advanced level A2
WARTELISTE
17.00 - 18.00
Cambridge Kids
Key Exam-Level A2
ZWEI PLATZ FREI
2021/2022 School Year
August – September 2021
Weeks 33-38, 6 Weeks
Monday, 16. Aug. - Friday, 24. Sept.
October – December 2021
Weeks 42-49, 8 Weeks
Monday, 18. Oct. - Friday, 10. Dec.
January – April 2022
Weeks 3-4, 6-14, 11 Weeks
Monday, 17. Jan. - Friday, 28. Jan.
Monday, 7. Feb. - Friday, 8. Apr.
April – July 2022
Weeks 17-26, 10 Weeks
Monday, 25. Apr. - Friday, 1. July
Public Holidays - No class
Good Friday - Freitag, 15. April
Easter Monday - Montag, 18. April
Auffahrt- Donnerstag & Freitag, 26. & 27. Mai
Pfingsten- Montag, 6. Juni
* The dates for each course may vary.
* All cancelled classes will be made up in week 27.
2021/2022 School year
Price List
2021/2022 school year
You can book the full year for a discount (CHF 3 less per lesson, only available until Oct. 31st) or book quarterly. After a quarter begins, please contact us to join for a pro-rated fee.
English Playgroup
Tuesday:
Next quarter:
9.00-11.00
16. Aug - 20. Sept
Year pass:
CHF
891
Next quarter:
CHF 180
1. Klass - Monday
Monday:
Next quarter:
13.30-14.30
16. Aug - 20. Sept
Year pass:
CHF
759
Next quarter:
CHF 156
Kindergarten 1 & 2 - Thursday
Thursday:
Next quarter:
13.30-14.30
19. Aug - 23. Sept
Year pass:
CHF
782
Next quarter:
CHF 156
1. & 2- Klass - Friday
Friday:
Next quarter:
14.15-15.15
20. Aug- 24. Sept
Year pass:
CHF
759
Next quarter:
CHF 156
1. - 2. Klass - Friday
Friday:
Next quarter:
13.00-14.00
20. Aug- 24. Sept
Year pass:
CHF
759
Next quarter:
CHF 156
3. - 5. Klass Beginner - Wednesday
Wednesday:
Next quarter:
15.45-16.45
18. Aug- 22. Sept
Year pass:
CHF
805
Next quarter:
CHF 156
2. - 3. Klass - Wednesday
Wednesday:
Next quarter:
13.30-14.30
18. Aug- 22. Sept
Year pass:
CHF
805
Next quarter:
CHF 156
3. - 5. Klass - Wednesday
Wednesday:
Next quarter:
14.30-15.30
18. Aug- 22. Sept
Year pass:
CHF
805
Next quarter:
CHF 156
4.- 6. Klass - Niveau A2 - Friday
Friday:
Next quarter:
15.45-16.45
20. Aug- 24. Sept
Year pass:
CHF
759
Next quarter:
CHF 156
Cambridge Kids Key Exam - Wednesday
Wednesday:
Next quarter:
17.00-18.00
18. Aug- 22. Sept
Year pass:
CHF
1050
Next quarter:
CHF 198
Cambridge Kids Key Exam - Friday
Friday:
Next quarter:
17.00-18.00
20. Aug- 24. Sept
Year pass:
CHF
990
Next quarter:
CHF 198
"Als erstes möchte ich mich bei dir Bedanken, dass du immer wieder Video von den Kindern machst, die Kinder so liebevoll behandelst und ihnen viel englisch beibringst." - B.B., Eltern von Kind
My son said he liked the video class today a lot. After the class, he smiled for the first time in senveral days. No kindergarten friends and programs seems to be very hard for him. Thank you!
English Playgroup
Our playgroup is a fun and fabulous way to introduce English to your child!
The playgroup is designed for small children who develop their English language skills through a "learning by doing" approach, where they learn the English language effortlessly, playfully and casually.
Our highly-qualified English-speaking playgroup leader provides a comfortable and happy environment. She is down on the floor playing with the kids and constantly interacting with them in English. The average playgroup size is five children, although we do allow a maximum of seven children on occasion. These small groups ensure every child has numerous opportunities to hear and use English. Our playgroups are unique because English is spoken 99% of the time!
Activities include:
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Singing and dancing
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Themed crafts
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Art projects: painting, drawing, cutting, gluing; working and experimenting with different materials.
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Storytime
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Modeling with playdough and other materials
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Morning tea/snack time
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Free play
English Classes for Children
Our fun and exciting English classes for children from Kindergarten to class 9 are designed to develop their English language skills through a ‘learning by doing’ approach as they effortlessly learn the English language.
Our exceptionally experienced teachers and very small class sizes where English is spoken 99% of the time, allow for an engaging and relaxed atmosphere for your child to learn English.
Our English classes will also help your child improve their confidence and future academic performance as they grow into global citizens by learning to understand and respect other cultures.
In these exclusive children's classes, students will enhance their learning to further develop their English speaking and listening skills. Children learn through more complex play and scenario role playing and begin to develop their writing skills.
As early as grade 1, we implement engaging textbooks and activities to build on previously acquired skills, improve reading and writing skills, expand vocabulary and grammar knowledge, and improve general English communication.
As always, we teach in a fun way and convey the learning content through age-appropriate games, stories, music, and crafts.
Read more about our experienced teachers here.
Cambridge Courses for Kids
As an official partner of Swiss Exams, The English Center can prepare your child for the exam of your choice. Official Cambridge practice materials and sample exams are the basis for the classes. We offer preparation courses for the Cambridge Young Learners Exams (Starters, Movers, Flyers), as well as the Key (KET), Preliminary (PET), and First (FCE) Cambridge Exams.
In these courses, children will strengthen their English speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills, build on their independent study skills and prepare for the Cambridge English exams.
Many of these courses require students to have a solid base in English as well as time outside of English class to study and complete homework tasks. Before registering, each student will be required to meet with the school director to assess their level and motivation.
More information about the Cambridge Exams:
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English in elementary school
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English in secondary school
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English in a vocational school
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English in high school (Gymnasium)
Are you not sure what course is best for your child?
Contact us for a free evaluation and to discuss your options.
