We Teach Fundamental English Skills to Children

Ahead With English opened in Therwil in 2005. We offer a varied program of English classes for children aged 3 -13, ranging from a pre-school program through to classes for children in middle school. At present, over 175 children attend classes at Ahead With English. Our students represent over 20 nationalities helping us to offer a rich and vibrant environment where English is spoken at all times.

Our educational goals

We aim to develop the skills needed to use the English language correctly and competently.

Our courses range from "hands on" activities for the early years to advanced units of work requiring fluent reading and accurate writing ability in the older classes.

Our structured program enables both native and non-native English speakers to become confident in their use and understanding of English.

We also offer private lessons for children on request.

If you would like further information about our curriculum, contact us.

Pre-School Program

Our pre-school program provides a structured, fun and nurturing learning environment for children from 3 - 5 years of age.

For more information please click Pre-school Program.

English for English Speakers

Our English for English Speakers classes are for children ages 5+ who attend local schools (starting from the first year of kindergarten) and speak English at home with at least one parent. They are also appropriate for children who have gone to school in an English-speaking environment. Classes meet 1 time per week on Tuesday or Wedensday afternoon for 1, 1.5 or 2 hours.

We teach fundamental skills for fluent and effective communication such as confident speaking, reading for understanding, spelling, grammar, punctuation and writing with a purpose.

To promote confidence and accuracy in reading, we employ a reading assistant who reads one-on-one with our younger children. She sends the children home with a new reading book every week so they can practice reading different books at home with their parents.

Please call us to schedule a visit for your child.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

Our ESOL classes are for children ages 5+ who want to learn English or who are already learning English and want to improve. Classes meet 1 time per week for 1 hour.

We use imaginative and child-centered methods that focus on the four basic language skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing.

We are an approved testing center for the Cambridge Young Learners Exams and prepare some children to take the exams. Taking a Cambridge Young Learners Exam is optional at Ahead With English. For more information about the Cambridge Young Learners Exams, visit: http://www.cambridgeesol.org/exams/yle.htm.

Please call us to schedule a visit for your child.

Fees

For our current price list, please download the pdf, Our Polices, on this page.

For more information or to sign up, please download:

Calendar and Holiday Schedule

Registration Form - English Lessons
Registration Form - Pre-school Program
Pre-school Program - Welcome Letter

Our Policies