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English for Young learners
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Why study with us
English courses for adults
English for young learners
Course fees
Book fees
Placement test timetable
Class timetable
FAQs
Frequently asked Questions
Junior Young Learners

Junior Young Learners (aged 9 – 10) the best age to start  

Our Junior Young Learner (JYL) classes combine systematic study with project work and communication activities, so that children begin to think in English, to enjoy it, and to build the solid foundation that will help them towards future success. The programme also prepares students for the Cambridge Young Learner English exams.

10 reasons to join us

Communicative teaching methodology means students are actively involved, are intellectually stimulated, and enjoy themselves
Students learn English by using it to talk about things that are important to them
Systematic learning through regular homework, grammar and vocabulary exercises, and writing tasks
Using multimedia, children prepare and present projects, and discover things about the world through English
British-trained teachers know how to organise learning and motivate students
Small classes, individual attention, and regular individual discussion with the teacher
Interesting topics and contact with the UK through up to date published course materials, specially written worksheets and the Internet
Children prepare to take Cambridge Young Learner Exams starters, Movers, and Flyers Certificate and full progress report at the end of each course, and regular parent-teacher meetings
Free library membership, Internet access, and extra conversation classes

How many levels?
There are five levels with each level comprising of two courses.

Level no. Course
Junior Level 1 J1.1
J1.2
Junior Level 2 J2.1
J2.2
Junior Level 3 J3.1
J3.2
Junior Level 4 J4.1
J4.2
Junior Level 5 J5.1
J5.2

How long is a course?
45 hours each over 10 weeks.

How many lessons a week?
3 lessons of 1.5 hours each

When are the classes?
At different days and times depending on the level, but usually 07:00, 16:15, or 18:00, and/or on Saturdays   

What’s the starting level?
From January, 2006 Junior Young Learners will be required to take a written placement test followed by a short interview in order to be placed into the appropriate level.

How much does it cost?
230 USD.

Contact us
78 Kanna Road, Rangoon
Telephone + 95 1 256 290/1
Fax + 95 1 243 345
E-mail englishcourses@mm.britishcouncil.org

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