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Welcome to our blog, where you will find all the news about learning English for kids and teens to adults, professional skills, teaching English and examinations as well as the latest news from our work in the world of arts and education.

Date: 08 June 2020 - 17:15

Stay-home survival guide

As Singaporeans anticipate the gradual resumption of activities with the easing of circuit breaker measures, the fact remains that most will continue spending the bulk of our time at home.

Tags: Early years, Pre-school, English courses, Online

Date: 23 April 2020 - 14:21

Tips to help your child learn English at home

Keep to their ‘normal’ routine - so where possible use the same period as their usual class to/practice phonics/writing/reading.

Tags: Kids and teens, Early years, Pre-school

Date: 19 January 2019 - 18:43

Making the Primary 1 transition easier

Moving from Kindergarten to Primary 1 can be a daunting journey for both the child and parents. Here's what you can do to help make the transition as smooth as possible for your child.

Tags: Early years, Pre-school, Primary, English courses, Kids and teens

Date: 04 October 2018 - 12:42

Making the most of your child’s holidays

Teacher Gillian Craig shares fantastic ideas for you to support your child's learning at home during the holidays.

Tags: Early years, Pre-school, Kids and teens, English courses

Date: 11 April 2018 - 12:43

Seven ways to help your child ace the spelling test

Our Head of Pre-school Courses, Matthew Scott, shares seven tips for you to help your child ace his/her weekly spelling test. Read on and try these at home.

Tags: Early years, Pre-school, Kids and teens, English courses

Date: 03 October 2017 - 15:00

Learn English Kids videos with sign language translation

Watch our series of Learn English Kids videos with sign language translation by The Singapore Association for the Deaf.

Tags: Early years, Pre-school, Kids and teens, English courses, Online

Date: 11 July 2017 - 12:50

Tips to teach your pre-schooler to read and write

Reading and writing are two of the key skills your child needs to have when they enter primary school. From games to tools and useful websites, read on for tips to help your child.

Tags: Early years, Pre-school, Kids and teens, English courses

Date: 09 June 2017 - 14:08

How to prep your Pre-schooler for Primary 1

What challenges do pre-schoolers face when they transition to Primary 1? How can you help them prepare for this big step? Read on to find out.

Tags: Early years, Pre-school, Kids and teens, English courses

Date: 18 May 2017 - 18:06

Q&A with the British Council Pre-school Principal Vivien Kwok

Learn more about British Council Pre-school in our chat with the Principal.

Tags: Early years, Pre-school

Date: 30 March 2017 - 14:21

How can I support my pre-schooler's development?

Find out how you can support what your child learns in pre-school. Our Head of Schools, Duncan Rose, shares five simple strategies to get you started.

Tags: Early years, Pre-school, Kids and teens, English courses

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