For parents Switching
Not happy with your child's current English class?
Many families start online English classes and find, a few months in, that their child still won't speak, or that they never hear how things are going. Here's how to tell if a class isn't working, what to try first, and how to switch without your child starting again from zero.
Key takeaways
- If your child rarely speaks in class, the class is too big or not built around speaking.
- You should hear how your child is doing at least every week, not once a term.
- Talk to the trainer first. If nothing changes, switching is reasonable.
- A free level check and demo class mean your child starts at the right level, not from the beginning.
Signs your child's English class isn't working
Your child rarely speaks. If most of the class is listening or watching, your child gets little practice. Children learn to speak by speaking, many times in every class.
The class is too big. In a large group, each child gets only a few turns. Small groups or one-on-one classes give every child a voice.
You don't hear how it's going. You shouldn't have to guess. Regular updates and a clear report tell you what your child can do now and what comes next.
The level feels wrong. If your child is bored, it may be too easy; if they're lost or upset, it may be too hard. The right level should feel like a small, steady stretch.
Your child dreads class. Some nerves are normal at first. If your child still doesn't want to join after several weeks, something about the class isn't right for them.
Before you switch: three things to try
1. Talk to the trainer. Share what you've noticed and ask what they see in class. A good trainer welcomes the conversation.
2. Ask how much your child speaks. Ask how many times your child speaks in a typical class, and what is being done to help them speak more.
3. Ask for a level check. Ask where your child is now and what they'll learn next term. If you don't get clear answers, it's reasonable to look elsewhere.
How switching to Little Lingos works
Step 1: a free level check. Answer six quick questions in our free English level check to see which stage fits your child: Seeds (3.5 to 6), Sprouts (7 to 10) or Blooms (11 to 15).
Step 2: a free 30-minute demo class. An experienced trainer works with your child live online, and you get a written level report the same day. What happens in the demo class
Step 3: start at the right stage. Your child joins a small group of 3 to 6 children, or one-on-one, at the level the demo class confirmed. Every class is 40 minutes and live.
Step 4: see progress every week. You get a Friday garden update on WhatsApp every week, a term report on speaking, reading, writing and listening, and a parent-trainer call each term. How we measure progress
Bring what you already have
If your child has reports or work from their previous classes, share them with us after the demo class. Telling us what your child enjoyed, or found hard, helps the trainer plan their first classes.
Questions parents ask
Questions parents ask
Will my child have to start from the beginning?
No. The free demo class confirms your child's level, and they start at the stage that fits them.
Do we have to commit for a long time?
No. You can pay monthly, or pay once for 6, 9 or 12 months if you prefer. Refunds are available within 7 days of payment.
What if we miss a class while we settle in?
You can reschedule up to 2 classes a month with 24 hours' notice, and class recordings are available for 30 days.
Can siblings switch together?
Yes. The second child's plan is 10% off.
How soon can my child start?
Book the free demo class first. After the demo and level report, our team helps you choose a batch and start.
Start with a level report for your child
Book a free 30-minute demo class. Your child meets a trainer, plays a few word games, and you get a written level report the same day.
Book a free demo class