English courses for children aged 6-7
Why we start teaching English at ages 6-7
Our English programme for ages 6–7 builds strong speaking and reading skills in a fun, engaging way. Curious and motivated at this stage, children gain confidence, strengthen memory and improve focus.
Why 6-7 is a great age to start English
Strong visual and auditory memory development
Ready for phonics and beginning reading
Natural creativity supports conversation practice
Foundation for academic English success
Early bilingualism is associated with developmental advantages in non-verbal tasks requiring cognitive flexibility.
How we teach children aged 6-7
Phonics-based reading
We teach children to read using systematic phonics — connecting letters to sounds and blending them into words to build independent reading.
Language immersion
Our certified teachers speak only English during lessons, but children understand through visual aids, props, demonstrations and games. This mirrors how children learn their first language.
Communicative approach
Every lesson includes real conversations. Teachers ask open-ended questions, encourage storytelling, and create situations where children must use English to communicate their ideas.
Friendly teachers
Lessons take place in a secure, colourful virtual classroom with a native-speaking teacher who guides children with attention and patience, ensuring every child feels comfortable and engaged.
In our 6-7 year-old classes, we emphasize regular small-group speaking and listening so early learners feel confident and can build a strong English foundation; they’ll carry this into all school subjects.
Your child’s results after completing the course
After just a few weeks, parents notice that children begin recognizing words, reading simple sentences and joining in English conversations
Recognizes and uses 320+ English words
Describes family, school and daily activities
Writes simple words and short sentences
Lesson structure
Each Novakid lesson is designed to capture the attention and enthusiasm of young learners
~5 minutes
Playful warm-up
Fun activities to energize and prepare for learning—phonics songs, greetings, review games
25 minutes
A 1-on-1 lesson with teacher
One-on-one interactive session with your certified native teacher, including phonics practice, reading activities, vocabulary building and conversation
~10 minutes
Fun homework
Engaging reading challenges, spelling games and interactive exercises children love
Course structure
You'll notice your child's progress just a few weeks after starting the course
Course duration
49 lessons (25 minutes each)Recommended frequency
2 lessons/week (~6 months)Course level
Novakid: Level 1 CEFR: Pre-A1. Optimal for elementary attention spans.
Certificate of completion
After the course, your child receives a certificate showing their Novakid level and the corresponding CEFR level achieved.
What's included in our course for children aged 6-7
Certified teachers with experience in elementary education (TEFL, TESOL, CELTA certified)
Unlimited phonics games and reading activities
International group practice.
1 month free!
Engaging virtual classroom with colourful visuals, interactive materials and age-appropriate tools
CEFR-aligned curriculum (Pre-A1 level)
Parent access to progress tracking, lesson materials and detailed teacher feedback
Start with a free trial lesson
We assess your child's learning needs and provide you with a personalized report showing the recommended starting point and learning path
Book a free lesson
Questions and answers
My child is just learning to read in their native language. Is English too much?
Not at all! Research shows children can develop literacy in multiple languages simultaneously. Learning English phonics can even help native language reading skills.
Does my child need to know how to read already?
No! English courses for children aged 6 are designed for beginning readers. We start with basic phonics and gradually build reading skills.
What if my child is shy or doesn't participate at first?
This is completely normal. Our teachers are trained to gently encourage participation without pressure. Most children open up by the second or third lesson and gain confidence quickly.
How quickly will I see results?
Most parents notice their child recognizing words and attempting to read simple sentences within the first month. Consistent practice (2 lessons weekly) yields the best results.
Where should a six-year-old start when learning English?
Children at this age learn best through playful and interactive activities. Our courses introduce basic vocabulary, simple phrases, songs and stories, helping kids gradually gain confidence in listening and speaking English while having fun.
Does my child need to know English before starting?
Not at all! Even if your child knows only a few words, they can begin learning. Lessons focus on listening, speaking, and understanding simple phrases, so beginners quickly start communicating and participating in class.