(Grand-) Parents who love participating in all sorts of baby activities with their kids, but would also like to do something for themselves now and again, can improve or brush up on their English together with other Mummies, Daddies, Grannies or Grandpas in a relaxed and child-friendly atmosphere and, at the same time, grant their baby or toddler early access to the English language.

All sorts of materials to touch, look at and listen to are provided for the children to allow them to experience the English language with all their senses and thus acquire English as easily and naturally as their mother tongue.

"Active English" is the playgroup continuation for primary school kids. And just like in playgroup, there is no pressure to perform. Every child can determine how actively or cautiously they want to participate, reflecting their personality. Even just watching is okay. Sometimes, it takes a little time to get used to a new group and environment before they feel comfortable enough to really join in. And sometimes, they might just have a quiet day.

The main goal of our age-appropriate language exercises is to have fun and to entertain. We don't memorise vocabulary lists, but acquire words playing, dancing and using lots of different materials. We don't "swot up on" grammar rules, but the children develop a feel for language getting involved in role play dialogues, working on song lyrics, and listening to stories.

"Active English" is not taught like a school subject, but aims at giving children an understanding of English as something practicable. And because they enjoy the topics and activities just like they would in their mother tongue, learning "happens" casually along the way.

But of course, especially with the older children, questions regarding school homework and tests will be answered and specific exercises provided upon request.

During the first few years of their life, children have the ability to acquire foreign languages as easily and naturally as their mother tongue. Having a reference person and particular surroundings to relate to as "exclusive" to the language helps.

This is why we speak only English in class. The children are not supposed to constantly translate in their minds but to intuitively absorb and understand. In the beginning, it is not important to know the exat meaning of every single word. That will come with time, just like it does in their mother tongue.

There is no pressure to perform in my classes, because that would be counterproductive. Some children will join in actively right from the start. Others will need a little more time to get settled and comfortable in the group and to build up the necessary confidence. Whichever way, it is okay. And it would be an error to assume that quieter children have less of a learning effect!

To allow the children to experience the English language with all their senses and thus acquire English as easily and naturally as their mother tongue, I provide all sorts of materials to touch, look at and listen to. A particular favourite with the kids are my felt boards for stories and songs. I appeal to the children's innate curiosity and natural inquisitiveness. What better way to motivate them?

Attending class together with a parent or escort enables the children to "practise" their shared knowledge at home, too. You can, for example, have great fun singing the new songs in the car. And, needless to say, this is of great benefit to the learning effect.

Courses consist of 15 classes per semester.

If possible, up to two missed classes can be made up for in other groups by prior arrangement within the same semester. (Unless pandemic-related restrictions make it impossible.)

Courses are based on a minimum of 4 participants.

For siblings wanting to join a group together, I recommend choosing an age group - and thus a "programme" -  suiting the eldest.

However, if there's a major age difference, I recommend joining separate groups. In that case, of course, the respective other sibling is always welcome as a "guest" in their sister's / brother's group. (Unless pandemic-related restrictions make it impossible.)

English Playgroup

55 minutes / once a week

Songs, rhymes, finger plays and bouncing songs alternate with games, action songs, role plays,

dancing and creative games.

And to calm down at the end, there is story time.

Active English

55 minutes / once a week

Language, vocabulary and comprehension exercises alternate with games, action songs, role plays,

dancing and creative games.

And to calm down at the end, there is story time.

English for (Grand-) Parent & Baby / Toddler

55 minutes / once a week

Playgroup (songs, rhymes, fingerplays,

bouncing songs, etc.) paired with

relaxed conversation and language practice for the (grand-) parents while the kids play or feed.

English Morning Club - Adults Only

55 minutes / once a week

English for adults in relaxed ambience

Chatting, reading, discussions and - on request - also

grammar and langage exercises.

Enjoy the language choosing your topics of interest!

Perhaps you love travelling and use English to communicate internationally. Or maybe you need English for your career, to prepare your professional comeback or for a particular project. Or you might just enjoy the language and are looking for regular practice.

Whether you want to improve or just brush up on your English, our small groups offer the perfect ambience for easy and informal chit-chat, reading and discussions.

You can choose your topics of interest, and language and grammar exercises are selected according to the group's level of proficiency.

First and foremost, however, you will enjoy the language and communication. Easy conversation among friends - no embarrassment or fear of making mistakes. Our main ambition is not linguistic perfection but to overcome your inhibitions when speaking a foreign language.

Of course, every unit includes periods where we focus on the right pronunciation, grammar and phrasing. But most of the time we will help and complement rather than correct in order to place the emphasis on the topic and enjoying the conversation.