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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: 12 May 2015 - 14:24

An interview with General English student - Wang Ning Fen

Ning Fen studied with British Council Singapore from the age of 16. After taking her IELTS at the age of 17, and receiving an excellent score of 7.5, she has earned place at University.

Tags: Success stories Adults

Date: 07 May 2015 - 05:05

How to Write an Argumentative Essay (Part Two)

Introducing the British Council’s How to Write an Argumentative Essay video series. This is the second of five simple and easy to follow videos that will show you how you can improve.

Tags: Secondary English courses Kids and teens

Date: 05 May 2015 - 03:52

How to write an argumentative essay - Part 1

This is the first of five simple and easy to follow videos for Secondary Students that will show you how you can improve your writing.

Tags: Secondary English courses Kids and teens

Date: 13 April 2015 - 22:24

How British Council student Saaya Inoue achieved a 7 in IELTS

Ed Gibbons, Senior Teacher Adults, chatted with our student Saaya Inoue who scored IELTS 7.0 after studying with us.

Tags: Success stories Adults IELTS MyClub

Date: 08 April 2015 - 12:33

Helping your child to concentrate

There can be a lot of distractions at home - toys, tv, digital devices. Here are some ways parents can help their children to stay focused.

Tags: Primary Kids and teens English courses

GREAT British Carnival - Tina and Miya with Steve Shaw, Senior Teacher Adults, at Photo Booth

Date: 01 April 2015 - 12:50

A great time with Tina and Miya at GREAT British Carnival

Claire Firat, Head of Adults, chatted with our students Tina from Japan and Miya from China at the GREAT British Carnival.

Tags: Success stories Adults MyClub

Date: 17 March 2015 - 16:46

Tips for Secondary students to improve their writing skills

Writing skills are not only an integral part of academic success, but also continue making an impact when students graduate and enter the workforce. Get some tips for Secondary students.

Tags: Secondary Kids and teens English courses

Date: 09 March 2015 - 12:29

Help your Primary child cultivate good writing habits

Good writing skills can have a significant impact on your child's school results. Make writing come as second nature to your child by following these pointers for Primary students.

Tags: Primary Kids and teens English courses

Date: 25 February 2015 - 14:44

Get your Pre-schooler to start writing!

Not all children will grow up to become novelists or journalists, but that should not undermine the importance of writing skills for every student. Here are some tips just for pre-schoolers.

Tags: Early years Kids and teens English courses

Date: 09 October 2014 - 12:22

English courses for your clever little genius

The British Council English courses for your clever little genius to master PSLE, O and A-levels English success

Tags: Secondary Primary English courses Kids and teens

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