Kids aged 3- 6 learn English as they play at British Council Japan

Your child will learn to speak English naturally through play and Timmy's stories

  • Iidabashi (Tokyo) - 1.5 hours a week for 15 weeks (term 1 and 2) and 10 weeks (term 3) 
  • Musashi Kosugi (Kawasaki) - 3 hours a week for 15 weeks (term 1 and 2) and 10 weeks (term 3) 

Introducing English to your child between the ages of four and six allows them to learn English naturally. They build a strong foundation in English vocabulary and English Speaking which will help them in school. 

The British Council's early years specialists designed the Learning Time with Timmy English course to be fun for your child. Our approach to learning nurtures your child's creativity, critical thinking and social skills as they learn to speak English.

They also develop more self-confidence, communication skills and good English word pronunciation. Find out more about how we teach:

For this course, we partnered with world-famous Aardman animation studios to create the Timmy Time series. Fun stories about this cartoon character help your child learn new words in context. Timmy and his friends will capture your child’s imagination and make learning enjoyable. This approach helps your child remember their English learning and builds a strong foundation in English vocabulary.

Enrol now to give your child a special start in their English learning journey! 

Course schedule, locations and prices in Japan

Learning Time with Timmy English classes are available on weekdays or weekends, in Iidabashi, Tokyo and Musashi-Kosugi, Kawasaki, in Japan

  • Term 1: 15 weeks 
  • Term 2: 15 weeks 
  • Term 3:  10 weeks 

Age: 3-6 year olds

  • Age 3-4  (For the first year of kindergarten) at Musashi-Kosugi only
  • Age 4-5  (For the second year of kindergarten)
  • Age 5-6  (For the third year of kindergarten)  

* We offer face-to-face consultation.

How this English course benefits your child aged 4-6

  • Boosts confidence: Your child will gain confidence to speak in complete English sentences.
  • Encourages creativity: Your child will learn to express their ideas and thoughts.
  • Builds literacy skills: Your child will develop early reading and writing skills to prepare for primary school.

Your child will learn to:

  • describe, imitate and change familiar stories
  • invent stories and express them through art, drama, dance, movement, information technology or and writing
  • become more aware of their own feelings and describe them
  • identify their abilities, and express their own preferences and opinions
  • write recognisable letters and attempt to write short sentences.
  • grow their English vocabulary by grouping and naming objects
  • link sounds to letters, say simple words and blend them together to read
  • recognise numbers and count up to 20
  • count items in 2 or 3 groups, and write numbers
  • order familiar events in stories and familiar steps in everyday tasks
  • recreate roles and experiences in play

Course dates, pimes and prices (Iidabashi, Tokyo)

Ducks (Age 4-5)

Weekend course

Sunday 13:00-14:30

Owls (Age 5-6)

Weekday course

Friday 16:00-17:30

Weekend course

Sunday 13:00-14:30
15:00-16:30

Price:

  • Term 1: JPY 99,000 yen (incl tax) 
  • Term 2: JPY 99,000 yen (incl tax) 
  • Term 3: JPY 66,000 yen (incl tax)

Registration Fee: JPY 27,500 yen (including tax)*

* Registration fee will be charged at the time of initial registration.

Don't miss our Special Offer!

  • Registration Fee (JPY 27,500 yen) waived for Weekday courses
  • All registered participants will receive a complimentary original school backpack

Course dates, times and prices (Musashi Kosugi, Kawasaki)

Pups (Age 3-4)

Weekday course

Wednesday / Friday 15:00-16:30

Ducks (Age 4-5)

Weekday course

Wednesday / Friday 15:00-16:30

Weekend course

Sunday 9:00-12:00

Owls (Age 5-6)

Weekday course

Wednesday / Friday 15:00-16:30

Weekend course

Saturday 13:30-16:30
Sunday 13:30-16:30

Price:

  • Term 1: JPY 217,800 yen (incl tax) 
  • Term 2: JPY 217,800 yen (incl tax) 
  • Term 3: JPY 145,200 yen (incl tax)

Registration Fee: JPY 27,500 yen (including tax)*

* Registration fee will be charged at the time of initial registration.

Don't miss our Special Offer!

  • All registered participants will receive a complimentary original school backpack

A safe, supportive place to learn

We are trusted by parents the world over for our expertise in teaching English. We are also trusted for our high levels of child protection and safeguarding. We have put in place robust measures to make sure your child is safe during class. We also ensure their personal data is protected.

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