​​​Primary English helps children aged 6–12 build confidence speaking and using English through interactive group learning. Blending the things they love with friendships spanning the globe, Primary English helps your child become a confident and happy English speaker. 

 

  • Get stuck into hands-on learning with real-world topics in lively group projects. 
  • Make international friends by practising English with British Council students from around the world. 
  • Grow teamwork, problem-solving and communication skills that will last for life. 
  • Gain individual teacher support within s​​​​​​mall and energetic group classes. 
  • Find a window into the classroom through our online learning hub and at-home. activities 

Primary English at a glance 

  •  Age: 6–12 
  • Levels: Six (P1–P6)  
  • Format: In-person with extra digital learning support 
  • Location: KNL, BSY, Kings
  • Academic Year Duration: April to March (2 Semesters, 4 terms)

How your child will learn

Turn curiosity into confidence

Blending their interests and favourite subjects with real-world topics and fun challenges, Primary English gets your child out of their seat and into lively group projects. Watch their confidence grow as they celebrate every achievement with their classmates.

 

Practise English with British Council students from around the world

See your child’s world expand when they connect across cultures and make friends from around the globe. By practising English with British Council students from other countries, your child will gain a true sense of place in the world.

 

Develop skills for life

Your child will join fun, active group classes with focused and lively projects led by our expert teachers. Working together with new friends, your child will learn English communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills in a vibrant and supportive classroom environment.

 

Gain individual attention and guidance

Primary English is built around your child. Guided by our experienced teachers, they’ll immerse themselves in projects tailored to their literacy level. Our ​​​​​​​​class sizes are kept small, balancing individual teacher support with an energetic and engaging group environment.

 

Support for Parents

​Track your child’s English learning and progress through the Learning Hub

Our supportive teachers aren’t just there for your child; they’re here for you too. Our secure Learning Hub lets you share in your child’s learning adventure. Play engaging games, videos and stories together at home and enjoy the creative work they’ll proudly show you.

 

Convenient timetables

To give your child the individual support they deserve, all our Primary English courses are held in person at modern teaching centres. A flexible timetable of small classes makes Primary English easy to fit within busy family life.

 

Find the perfect Primary English course for your child at our centre(s) in​​​​:

  • British Council (Kanna Road)78 Kanna Road, Kyauktada Tsp, Yangon, Main Tel: +95 9 94007 0099
  • British Council at the British School Yangon (BSY)Taw Win Street, Mayangone Tsp, Yangon Main Tel: +95 977 700 1822,
  • British Council at KINGS International School No 49, Kyoe Sett Yone Street, B Quarter, Thuwunna, Thingangyun Township, Yangon.  Main Tel: +95 977 700 1813

  • learn how to write and read English with confidence 
  • build accurate sentences, using new vocabulary 
  • understand and present their ideas in English on familiar topics.

They will do this by: 

  • finding out how everyone is unique in their likes, dislikes and interests
  • recognising how daily lives can be similar or different 
  • describing their own surroundings, from their bedroom to their neighbourhood
  • being aware how they express their feelings and make life choices
  • thinking about the natural world and how they belong in it.

  • learn and practise new vocabulary on familiar topics in a range of communicative activities. 
  • read independently and form an interest in a variety of topics.

They will do this by:

  • developing their imagination and communication skills 
  • nurturing curiosity about the natural world, from the sea to outer space 
  • thinking about and sharing ideas on how to keep happy and healthy
  • exploring ways to be a good citizen 
  • reflecting on their life, interests and hopes for the future.

  • Extend their range of English grammar and vocabulary 
  • Develop a confident understanding of its use in many different types of communication 
  • present and compare ideas and opinions using more complex language.

They will do this by:

  • making use of their skills and knowledge to help others 
  • exploring issues affecting society and the environment and finding solutions
  • finding out about places, cultures, ideas and inventions
  • discovering the exciting world of sport and the beauty of the arts 
  • looking back on primary school and thinking about their hopes for the future.

Happy learners make confident speakers! There are many reasons your child will love our classes:

  • lots of time to practise speaking English, having fun learning with classmates of the same age in groups and pairs
  • small class sizes mean that our highly qualified and passionate teachers can give more personalised attention
  • the chance to enjoy natural interactions and bond with classmates.

Your child will also develop leadership, collaboration, and critical thinking skills in a relaxed environment where they can be themselves. They will:

  • work in teams or pairs to practise speaking, problem-solving and collaborating on projects with a focus on real-world topics like the natural world and the environment
  • build resilience and get used to communicating and collaborating with others in preparation for life in a global world.

How the learning hub helps your child make more progress

Your child will do independent study on the learning hub before and after class. It is set by their teacher to complete at their own pace, so class time is more focused on improving their English-speaking skills. This part of their experience:

  • helps your child improve their English reading, writing and listening skills with engaging, high-quality online learning resources designed by experts
  • keeps your child motivated with online exercises and activities, including quizzes and games based on real-world topics and fun characters
  • gives them space to deepen their understanding of English and improve their grammar and vocabulary
  • is child-friendly and easy to use, so they can work independently
  • has built-in self-evaluation, so your child can feel proud of their progress and reflect on where they can improve
  • includes a personalised dashboard so you and your child can understand where they are within their learning journey
  • helps your child feel the benefit of preparation, making them feel more confident to speak in class
  • helps build good habits and a love of learning English.

A safe, supportive place to learn

We are trusted by parents the world over, not only for our expertise in teaching English, but for our high levels of child protection and safeguarding.

We’ve put in place robust measures to make sure your child is safe during class and that their data is protected.

Technical requirements

Our British Council student learning hub can be accessed using a desktop computer, laptop or tablet. 

We do not recommend using a mobile phone because we want to make sure all our students enjoy a quality learning experience.  

You will also need a good wifi connection.

Find out more about the system requirements.
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