Child celebrates with trophy, after British Council English course, Japan

An English course that goes further – so your child can go further in life

  • Location: Iidabashi (Tokyo) / Musashi Kosugi (Kawasaki)
  • 3 hours a week for 15 weeks (term 1 and 2) and 10 weeks (term 3) 
  • Term 1: April-July, Term 2: September- December, Term 3: January-March

Primary Plus English is an English language course in Japan, for children aged 6-12-years-old.

This English course is designed to help your child become a confident English speaker. Engaging lessons are led by specialised teachers who know how to motivate young students. Topical materials and a fun learning environment spark your child's imagination.

Our innovative approach means your child will have a more rewarding experience learning English:

  • Small class sizes: Highly qualified and passionate teachers give more personalised attention and English coaching to your child
  • Lots of time to practise English speaking: Your child enjoys speaking English with classmates of the same age 
  • Interactive, independent study: This online study is set by your child's teacher to prepare for class, using a safe, easy-to-use online platform called learning hub by the British Council
  • Learning hub: You get access to your child’s personal online dashboard. You can track their progress together, celebrate their successes and understand how they are progressing in their English learning journey.

Fun classes and expert teachers boost your child’s English Speaking skills

Your child will thrive in our classes. Our students:

  • Spend lots of time speaking English and practising English conversation
  • Work in a small group and receive personalised attention and English coaching 
  • Have fun learning with classmates of the same age, practising English conversation in groups and pairs
  • Build lasting friendships with classmates. Your child will also enjoy speaking English online with students at other British Council schools, sometimes in other countries.

Develop skills for life

Primary Plus English classes at the British Council help your child develop leadership, collaboration and critical-thinking skills in a relaxed environment:

  • Your child learns how to work in teams.
  • Your child learns English conversation skills and how to collaborate with others.
  • Your child builds confidence by engaging in familiar and intriguing real-world topics.
  • They practise speaking English and develop a larger English vocabulary.

What your 6–7-year-old learns in English classes at British Council Japan

learn how to write a story and read English with confidence 

  • how to read independently and form an interest in a variety of topics.
  • they will develop their imagination through storytelling 
  • curiosity about the natural world, from the sea to outer space 
  • think about and share ideas on how to keep happy and healthy
  • explore ways to be a good citizen 
  • reflect on their life, interests and hopes for the future.

What your 8 –9-year-old learns in English classes at British Council Japan

  • learn and practise new vocabulary on familiar topics, in activities such as writing creatively
  • read independently and form an interest in a variety of topics.

They will do this by:

  • developing their imagination through storytelling 
  • nurturing curiosity about the natural world, from the sea to outer space 
  • thinking about and sharing ideas on how to keep happy and healthy
  • exploring ways to be a good citizen 
  • reflecting on their life, interests and hopes for the future.

What your 10 –12-year-old learns in English classes at British Council Japan

  • Confidence to read and write in English.
  • How to present their own ideas and opinions in stories, using more advanced English language. 

Your child will learn to:

  • Develop their imagination through storytelling. This helps them think in new ways and learn new vocabulary words in English. 
  • Explore the Natural World: Courses include learning about everything from the ocean to outer space, to build scientific thinking and curiosity.
  • Discuss their Health and Happiness and learn important life skills.
  • Discuss their Lives and Future: This helps them learn to set personal goals, build self-awareness and contribute positively to society.

Course date, time and price at Iidabashi, Tokyo Teaching Centre

Primary Plus Starter 1

Saturday 09:00-12:00
Sunday 09:00-12:00 / 13:30-16:30
Wednesday / Friday 16:45-18:15

Primary Plus Starter 2

Saturday 09:00-12:00
Sunday 09:00-12:00 / 13:30-16:30

Primary Plus 1-2

Sunday 09:00-12:00 / 13:30-16:30
Wednesday / Friday (Primary Plus 2 only) 16:45-18:15

Primary Plus 3-4

Saturday 13:30-16:30
Sunday 09:00-12:00 / 13:30-16:30
Wednesday / Friday 16:45-18:15

Primary Plus 5

Sunday 09:00-12:00 / 13:30-16:30
Tuesday / Thursday 16:45-18:15

Primary Plus 6

Sunday 09:00-12:00

 Price:  

  • Term 1 (15 weeks): JPY 217,800 yen (including tax)
  • Term 2 (15 weeks): JPY 217,800 yen (including tax)
  • Term 3 (10 weeks): JPY 145,200 yen (including tax)

Registration Fee: JPY 27,500 yen (including tax)
* Registration fee will be charged at the time of initial registration.

Course date, time and price at Musashi Kosugi Teaching Centre

Primary Plus Starter 1-2

Saturday 13:30-16:30
Sunday 09:00-12:00 / 13:30-16:30
Tuesday / Thursday 17:15-18:45

Primary Plus 1

Saturday 13:30-16:30
Sunday 09:00-12:00 / 13:30-16:30
Tuesday / Thursday 17:15-18:45

Primary Plus 2

Saturday 09:00-12:00
Sunday 09:00-12:00 / 13:30-16:30
Tuesday / Thursday 17:15-18:45

Primary Plus 3

Saturday 09:00-12:00
Wednesday / Friday 17:15-18:45

Primary Plus 4

Saturday 09:00-12:00
Tueday / Thursday 17:15-18:45

Primary Plus 5-6

Saturday 13:30-16:30

Price: 

  • Term 1 (15 weeks): JPY 217,800 yen (including tax)
  • Term 2 (15 weeks): JPY 217,800 yen (including tax)
  • Term 3 (10 weeks): JPY 145,200 yen (including tax)

Registration Fee: JPY 27,500 yen (including tax)
* Registration fee will be charged at the time of initial registration.

How the learning hub helps your child to progress faster

As part of the Primary Plus English course, students do independent English study on the British Council's unique online learning hub. The study is set by the teacher and can be done before or after class. The learning hub means classroom time can focus on speaking English practise. Other benefits include:

  • High-quality online learning resources that help your child improve their English composition and writing skills.
  • Fun online exercises and activities, including educational quizzes and games, to improve your child's English vocabulary.
  • The learning hub is child-friendly and easy to use, so your child can work independently.
  • Built-in quiz answers help your child feel proud of their progress. They feel motivated to learn English.
  • The personalised dashboard keeps you up-to-date with your child's English learning progress.
  • Your child feels more confident about speaking English in class because they feel more prepared.

A safe, supportive place to learn English

Parents around the world trust the British Council because we are experts at teaching English to children. Parents also trust us to keep children safe and protected.

We have robust safeguarding measures to make sure your child is safe during class. We also ensure their personal data is protected.

Technical requirements for the learning hub

Our British Council student learning hub can be accessed using a desktop computer, laptop or tablet. 

We do not recommend using a mobile phone. You also need a good wifi connection.

Find out more about the system requirements.