English courses for children in Barrandov and online

We want children to understand English, feel confident using it and gradually develop a positive relationship with the language. For younger children, enjoyment, security and natural contact with the language are important. For older children, we gradually add more targeted work with school, exams or specific skills.

In children, progress is not only shown by knowing more vocabulary. What matters is that they understand better, respond faster, are less afraid to speak and can use the language in simple situations. For older children, progress can also be tracked through school results, tests or preparation for a specific exam.

First it's worth finding out why. Sometimes the course is too difficult, sometimes too slow, the child feels shy or has had a bad experience at school. We can help you assess whether a different group, a different type of teaching or individual support would be more suitable.

If you want regular lessons, working in a group and long-term guidance, a group is often suitable. If the child needs an individual pace, catching up on material, preparation for a specific exam or more flexible times, private lessons are usually better. We're happy to help you choose based on your child's age, level and goals.

Yes, in some cases this makes sense. Group lessons can serve as a regular foundation and private teaching as targeted support, for example before an exam, when catching up on material or when faster progress is needed.

Individual lessons are 1-to-1 with the teacher and offer the most scope for personal pace and a specific goal. Pair or trio lessons are suitable for children or students of a similar level with a similar goal, for example siblings, friends or classmates. The advantage is a lower cost per participant and the opportunity to communicate in a small group.

Group courses are suitable for children who benefit from regular lessons in a smaller group and contact with peers. Children learn not only from the teacher but also through mutual communication, simple dialogues, games and group activities. If a child needs an individual pace or to catch up on specific school material, private lessons may be more suitable.

When choosing a group for a younger child, go by the year they are in at school and their previous experience with English. For older children, language level matters more than age. If you are unsure, write or call us. We will help you find a group that matches your child in level, pace and teaching style.

Yes, definitely — but it is important for the child to be placed in the right beginner group. With beginners we progress gradually, with emphasis on repetition, understanding, the joy of early successes and overcoming the fear of speaking.

Yes. The course is a good supplement to school English. Children have more opportunity to speak, respond, practise vocabulary and gain the confidence that school lessons often don't leave enough time for.

We do not currently offer group courses for pre-school children. If you are interested in private lessons, please ask us about current options.

In courses at ZŠ V Remízku, the group size is 5–10 children. MINI groups, which take place at Threshold language school, are smaller — a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 6 children. This gives each child more speaking time.

Lessons are structured to suit the children's age. Short activities, games, songs, pictures, movement, textbook work, revision and simple communication tasks alternate. The aim is for children not to be passive listeners but to use English as much as possible.

Yes, depending on age and level we use appropriate textbooks — usually those used at school — supplemented by additional materials, games, pictures, songs and activities. The textbook helps maintain the continuity of the course, but lessons are not based on exercises alone.

Group courses are structured to complement school material and focus mainly on what there is no time for in the classroom — most often speaking. For catching up on and revising school material, the most suitable option is a private closed course for 1–3 pupils, where it is possible to focus on specific material or skills.

Courses are led by teachers selected with regard to the age, level and needs of the group. For children's teaching, what matters to us is not only language knowledge but also the ability to work with a children's group, motivate children and create a safe environment for speaking.

Each group is led by a specific Czech or international teacher depending on the course focus and the group's needs. For younger or less confident children, a Czech teacher can be an advantage — they can explain tasks sensitively and help children at the start. An international teacher brings more natural contact with English. The goal is to choose leadership that means the child sees English not as stressful but as something they can manage and may even enjoy.

With group courses it is not always possible to make up a missed lesson individually. We can however help parents find out what was covered in the lesson so the child can catch up where possible.

It depends on the specific group, its capacity and level. If there is a place in the group and the course suits the child, joining during the term is possible. Please contact us and we will arrange it individually.

Yes, a group course opens once the minimum number of students has enrolled. If a particular group did not open, we would, where possible, offer you another group or a suitable alternative, or return the course fee promptly.

If it becomes clear during the first lessons that a different group, a different pace or a different type of teaching would suit your child better, we will discuss the situation with you and recommend a more suitable solution based on current availability.