The course consists of 1 hour of English per week, with an approach adapted to the pace and needs of students in 1st Primary.

We work with small groups of no more than 6 students, allowing everyone to participate actively and enabling the teacher to monitor each student’s progress closely.

Classes are practical, dynamic and participative, with activities designed to help students listen, understand and begin to use English naturally. Reading and writing are introduced very gradually and always as a way of supporting oral learning.

At this age, homework will be occasional and very simple. From time to time, students may be given a short activity to complete at home to reinforce what has been covered in class.

Our approach is based on a simple idea: at this age, children learn best when they participate, experiment and use the language for a purpose. We want them to discover English in an environment that feels different from school, where learning also means playing, interacting and having the confidence to give things a try.

We place particular emphasis on listening and speaking, gradually incorporating English into classroom routines and everyday communication. New language is introduced in context and progressively and reused through different activities and situations to encourage natural language acquisition.

Reading and writing are introduced gradually and in an age-appropriate way, taking into account that students are still developing these skills in their other languages.

Above all, we want children to feel confident using English and enjoy learning it, building a positive relationship with the language from the very beginning.

Throughout the course, we will work with content that is familiar and relevant to children and appropriate for this first stage of learning English.

Topics may include numbers, colours, family, animals, school, food, toys, clothes, the body and everyday activities, with new vocabulary introduced progressively.

Students will also begin to use very simple expressions and structures to greet others, introduce themselves, talk about their likes and dislikes, answer basic questions, express needs and describe familiar people, objects and situations in simple terms.

The main focus will be on listening, understanding and interacting in English, gradually introducing word recognition and short written activities appropriate to their age and level.

Is any previous knowledge of English or a level test required?

No. This course is designed as a first introduction to English, so students do not need to have studied English before or take a level test.

If a student has already studied English or there is any doubt about which group would be most suitable, we can arrange a short in-person assessment at Eureka before they join the course.

How are the groups formed?

Groups are organised primarily according to school year, age and English level, as well as timetable availability. At this age, we do not separate students solely according to level, unless there are significant differences that would make another group more suitable.

How many students are there in each group?

We work with small groups of no more than 6 students, allowing everyone to participate actively and enabling the teacher to monitor each student’s progress closely.

Are the teachers native speakers?

Our team consists of native English-speaking teachers or teachers with a native-equivalent level of English, selected both for their command of the language and their ability to work with children and adapt classes to their age and level.

Are the classes entirely in English?

English will be the main language of communication in the classroom. At this age, other languages may occasionally be used when necessary to support understanding, but we encourage students to become increasingly familiar and comfortable with using English naturally.

Will there be homework?

At this age, homework will be occasional and very simple. The main aim is for students to enjoy learning English and gradually build their confidence. From time to time, they may be given a short activity to complete at home to reinforce what has been covered in class.

What happens if a student misses a class?

If a student is unable to attend a class, we will provide the information and/or materials needed to catch up, whenever possible. As these are group classes, sessions missed due to a student’s absence cannot be made up individually and are not deducted from the course fees.

Our fees are calculated on the basis of an average of 35 teaching weeks per academic year. The exact number of sessions may vary slightly depending on the day of the week and the academic calendar, and some groups may have an additional session. These small variations are already taken into account in the course fees.

What happens if Eureka has to cancel a class?

If Eureka has to cancel a class and we are unable to provide a substitute teacher, we will offer a make-up session. If it is not possible to reschedule the class, the corresponding amount will be deducted from the next payment, whether monthly or termly.

Are any discounts available?

Yes. We offer Friends & Family and unemployment discounts. Full details and applicable conditions can be found in the Discounts section of this page.

Friends & Family

10% discount for each new student, plus an additional 5% for each additional student, applicable for one term.

Unemployment Discount

15% discount on the course fee for one student per family throughout the academic year. Supporting documentation will be required.

Discount Conditions

Discounts cannot be combined. Where more than one discount applies, the most favourable discount will be applied.

For particularly small groups of 2 or 3 students, discounts will be subject to the viability of the group and Eureka reserves the right not to apply them.

Discounts apply to course fees and not to registration fees or other additional charges, unless expressly stated otherwise.