English for Kids ages 6 to 12

English for Kids 6 to 12: Private 1-on-1 CEFR Aligned

Britemy walks your child through English one tutor per kid. We match a kids specialist to your child's pace and learning style, follow the CEFR framework (the European language ladder from A1 beginner to C2 mastery), and stay ready for Cambridge YLE if you decide to sit the exam later.

1-on-1 One tutor per child

A1 to C2 CEFR aligned

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English for Kids 6 to 12 at Britemy, private English tutoring one-on-one

About This Program

What This Program Teaches

Private English lessons for kids at Britemy are one-on-one classes for children aged 6 to 12, with one tutor working with one child for 60 minutes per session. The tutor follows your child's pace, aligns materials with the CEFR ladder from A1 beginner to B1 intermediate, and puts speaking practice first.

One tutor per child, curriculum tuned to each kid's pace and learning style

Fluency first: your child speaks from the first session, grammar gets tidied up along the way

Curriculum aligned with CEFR A1 to B1 and ready for Cambridge YLE Starters, Movers, and Flyers

Online via Zoom or Google Meet, and in person across major Indonesian cities

Free WhatsApp consultation before parents commit to a package

CEFR Map

Your Child's English Level Journey

From letter recognition to fluent storytelling. Six standard CEFR levels with realistic study hours and concrete scenarios your child can master at each stage.

Pre-A1

Early Awareness

40-60 hours

Your child recognises letters, numbers 1-100, colours, and phonics sounds. Confident enough to imitate the tutor without shyness.

Sings Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
Names classroom objects in English
Responds naturally to hi, bye, thank you

Beginner

80-100 hours

Your child answers simple questions about self, family, school, and hobbies in short sentences.

Introduces themselves to a new friend
Orders food at a fast food restaurant in English
Tells a short 3-4 sentence holiday story

Elementary

150-200 hours

Your child chats comfortably about daily topics, reads short children's stories, and writes simple paragraphs.

Presents a hobby in front of the class
Reads adapted Roald Dahl or Enid Blyton
Chats in English with cousins abroad

Lower Intermediate

350-400 hours

Your child is ready for bilingual school lessons, presenting topics, and writing 200-300 word short essays.

Joins school-level speech contests
Reads Percy Jackson teen novels
Writes an English book report

Upper Intermediate

500-600 hours

Your child discusses abstract topics fluently, reads children's magazine articles, and writes 400-500 word argumentative essays.

Mini debates in English class
Reads National Geographic Kids
Writes formal emails to overseas pen pals

Advanced

700-800 hours

Your child is ready for Cambridge YLE Flyers or Cambridge Primary English assessment with high scores.

Cambridge Flyers speaking test
Reads original Harry Potter
Writes 700-word creative pieces

Hours based on international CEFR framework. Each child progresses differently depending on practice consistency and English exposure at home.

Britemy Kids Signature

Kids Tutors Curated for Your Child

Teaching primary school kids is a different craft from teaching adults. We only assign tutors who have real experience guiding children aged 6 to 12.

We pick a tutor who is patient, warm, and knows how to keep a 60 minute session focused without boredom. If it feels off after 2 sessions, we swap the tutor at no extra cost.

English academic background

Our tutors come from English Literature, English Education, or long term exposure to English speaking environments.

TESOL, CELTA, or TEFL certified where available

TESOL, CELTA, and TEFL are international teaching certifications that lift the credibility of any tutor working with kids and adults.

Real classroom experience with primary school kids

Tutors have taught kids at national plus schools, international schools, or private lessons and know how to handle primary school energy.

Playful and patient personality

We interview candidate tutors to make sure their tone is gentle, patient, and able to invite children to learn through play.

The ladder most primary school kids climb

Pre-A1Letters, numbers, and everyday words
A1Short daily sentences
A2Routine conversation and short stories
B1Familiar topic discussion and simple story writing

These are general estimates. Every child moves at their own pace based on interest, home practice, and class frequency.

Levels

CEFR Level Map for Primary School Kids

Each level is tailored to the starting point and the target of every student. The tutor adjusts pace and depth as progress unfolds.

Pre-A1 First Contact
6 to 7 years or new starter
- Recognises the English alphabet and its sounds
- Basic vocabulary for colours, numbers, and animals
- Uses single words and short phrases
A1 Beginner
7 to 9 years typically
- Simple everyday sentences
- Short question and answer about self
- Reads picture supported sentences
A2 Early Intermediate
8 to 11 years typically
- Short stories with a clear arc
- Describing hobbies and family
- Everyday classroom and home conversation
B1 Intermediate
10 to 12 years typically
- Discussion of familiar themes
- Writing short stories and letters
- Reading texts 200 to 400 words long

Method

How Britemy Teaches English to Primary School Kids

Our kids method blends movement, storytelling, and light drills so children feel safe speaking English without fear of making mistakes.

Interest and starting level mapping

The first session is a friendly chat where the tutor observes vocabulary your child already uses and estimates a starting CEFR level so the plan lands on the right footing.

Total Physical Response for core vocabulary

We use TPR, a movement based teaching method developed by Dr James Asher in the 1960s, so action verbs and everyday objects stick through the body and lived experience.

Story time and short role play

Each session includes a picture story or short role play like ordering ice cream, playing doctor, or talking about a favourite animal. Your child speaks while playing, and the tutor notes words to revisit.

Phonics drills for reading and pronunciation

We link sounds to letters through phonics, the approach that teaches children to read by recognising each letter's sound, plus minimal pair practice like ship and sheep to train the ear.

Speaking output for 5 to 7 minutes

Near the end of the session, your child retells the story or answers the tutor's questions using the new words. This output slot makes sure today's vocabulary actually leaves your child's mouth.

Reflection and light homework

We close with specific praise for what went well and a small homework task like singing a short English song or naming household colours in English before the next session.

Pengajar

Tutor Spesialis English for Kids 6 to 12

Tutor Britemy untuk English for Kids 6 to 12 dipilihkan tim sesuai target belajar tiap siswa. Inilah sebagian pengajar nyata yang mendampingi siswa, lengkap dengan almamater dan keahliannya.

Profil dan foto pengajar nyata Britemy, bukan AI atau foto stok.

Ghefira G.

SMA Negeri 1 Parung · Umum

Online

General EnglishStudy PlanningReadingWriting

Detail-oriented educator yang senang menyusun langkah belajar terstruktur. Cocok untuk siswa yang butuh peta belajar rapi dan evaluasi berkala per modul.
Mayke A.

UNHAS · Linguistik

Online

General EnglishSpeakingGrammarConversation

Mengajar bahasa Inggris sejak 2004 dan les privat sejak 2007. Sabar, adaptif ke gaya belajar tiap siswa, dan senang membawa siswa dewasa dari nol sampai berani ngobrol lancar.
Nasywa N.

UNPAS · Teknologi Pangan

Bandung

General EnglishMUN CoachingDiscussionPublic Speaking

Tutor muda Bahasa Inggris dengan pengalaman MUN coach, private tutor, dan teaching assistant Kumon. Pendekatan teman belajar, egaliter, santai tapi terarah.
Hindun H.

UIN · Pendidikan Bahasa Arab

Yogyakarta

General EnglishSchool SupportKids and Teens

Guru di sekolah swasta memasuki tahun ketiga. Percaya pendidikan investasi terbaik untuk masa depan. Cocok untuk siswa yang ingin belajar dengan guru berpengalaman kelas nyata.
Hani H.

Gontor Putri · Umum

Online

General EnglishIslamic English ContextKids and Teens

Alumni Pondok Modern Darussalam Gontor Putri yang telaten dan sabar. Cocok untuk keluarga yang ingin siswa belajar bahasa Inggris dalam suasana Islami dengan nilai adab tetap terjaga.
Arin K.

UPN · Agroteknologi

Yogyakarta

SpeakingVocabularyPronunciationKids Literacy

Alumni Kampung Inggris Jogja dengan pengalaman mengajar speaking, vocabulary, pronunciation, dan grammar. Suka pendekatan interaktif lewat game edukatif dan latihan langsung dengan teman ngobrol asli.

Curriculum

Kids Curriculum Modules by Level

Module 1

Pre-A1 Foundations

For kids who are meeting English for the first time. Focus on letters, sounds, colours, numbers, animals, and family. Your child speaks single words and short phrases through movement and songs.

Alphabet and letter sounds
Numbers 1 to 100 and colours
Vocabulary for home, family, and animals
Core greetings like hello, thank you, and goodbye

Module 2

A1 Starters

For kids comfortable with single words and ready to build short sentences. Your child learns quick question and answer exchanges about themselves, family, hobbies, and school, plus reads simple sentences.

Simple sentences with I am, I have, I like
Question and answer with What is your name and How old are you
Vocabulary for school, hobbies, and favourite foods
Reading short picture supported sentences

Module 3

A2 Movers

For kids at ease with simple sentences. Focus shifts to short storytelling, describing family and pets, plus everyday classroom and home conversation.

Simple past and continuous for storytelling
Describing people, places, and animals
Classroom conversation like asking permission and questions
Reading short stories 100 to 200 words long

Module 4

B1 Flyers and beyond

For upper primary kids who are already fluent in the basics. Materials shift toward discussion of familiar themes, writing short stories, and Cambridge Flyers style practice on request.

Writing short stories with clear beginning, middle, and end
Discussing topics like school, holidays, and dreams
Grammar past, present, and future in context
Cambridge Flyers style listening, reading, and speaking practice

Sample Materials

Sample Materials from Our Kids Sessions

A glimpse of the materials our tutors use in kids sessions. Anything here can be shared for free over WhatsApp when you book a consultation.

Pre-A1

Alphabet Sound Cards A to J

A - apple
B - ball
C - cat
D - dog
E - egg
F - fish
G - girl
H - hat
I - ice
J - jump

Ten phonics cards to introduce letter sounds. Your child mimics each sound while pointing at the card.

Build the Word from Syllables

ba+na+nabanana
ap+pleapple
um+brel+laumbrella
ta+bletable

Your child chains syllables and reads them out loud. Ear training and pronunciation practice at once.

Daily Activity Word Grid

1wake up2brush teeth3eat breakfast4go to school5read a book6play outside7do homework8go to bed

Your child matches action verbs with everyday routine images from school and home.

Short Story with Five Ws and One H

A Rainy Saturday

On Saturday, Mira and her little brother stayed at home because it was raining. They made hot chocolate, drew pictures of animals, and read a story about a friendly dragon. In the afternoon, the rain stopped and they played in the garden.

Who stayed at home on Saturday?
Why did they stay inside?
What did they make in the morning?
Where did they play in the afternoon?
How did the weather change?

Your child reads a short story and answers comprehension questions using English question words.

Materials are further tailored to your child's interests after the first mapping session.

Vocabulary Themes

Vocabulary Your Child Masters Per Level

Vocabulary themes chosen relevant to your child's world: school, hobbies, sports, online class. All words introduced through sentence context, not rote memorisation.

A1 School and Class 10 kata

teacherstudentclassroombookpencileraserdeskblackboardhomeworklesson

"My teacher gives us homework every day."

Your child uses these words daily at school, especially at bilingual or international schools.

A1 Hobbies and Activities 9 kata

swimmingreadingdrawingcookingdancingsingingplaying gameswatching TVriding bike

"My hobby is drawing. What is your hobby?"

Most common theme in conversations with new friends, especially at new schools.

A2 Sports and Games 9 kata

footballbasketballbadmintontennischessvideo gamesskateboardskipping ropejump rope

"I like playing badminton with my friends after school."

Sports are universal, making them a bridge with international friends in class or competitions.

A2 Home and Rooms 10 kata

bedroomkitchenbathroomliving roomgardengaragestairswindowdoorroof

"My bedroom is upstairs, next to the bathroom."

Your child can describe home to tutor or pen pal, often appears in class reading.

B1 Weather and Seasons 10 kata

sunnycloudyrainystormywindyfoggysummerwinterrainy seasondry season

"It's rainy today, so we should stay inside."

Weather vocab is important for stories, essays, and overseas trips.

B1 Emotions and Feelings 10 kata

happysadangryexcitednervousproudtiredconfusedsurprisedbored

"I felt nervous before the test, but I felt proud after."

Emotional expression is key to compelling storytelling and lets your child explain themselves.

Your child gets a monthly vocabulary log with newly-mastered words. Review cards sent via WhatsApp for home practice.

#1 A1 Beginner

Meeting New Friends

Setting

Your child meets new friends at the park, tutor plays the friend

Target

Your child can hi, ask name, ask age, ask school naturally without rote memorising

Frasa

"Hi, my name is..."
"What's your name?"
"How old are you?"
"Nice to meet you"

#2 A1 Beginner

Ordering at a Restaurant

Setting

Tutor plays fast food English cashier, your child is customer

Target

Your child can order, ask price, request straws and tissues

Frasa

"Can I have..., please?"
"How much is it?"
"Can I get a straw?"
"Thank you"

#3 A2 Elementary

Weekend Story

Setting

Your child tells the tutor what they did last weekend

Target

Your child can use simple past tense for 4-5 sentence stories

Frasa

"Last weekend I went to..."
"I played with..."
"We ate..."
"It was fun"

#4 A2 Elementary

Favorite Animal Presentation

Setting

Your child presents 3 minutes about their favorite animal to the tutor

Target

Your child can describe animals (color, size, food, habitat) with structure

Frasa

"My favorite animal is..."
"It lives in..."
"It eats..."
"I like it because..."

#5 B1 Lower Intermediate

Little Adventurer Interview

Setting

Tutor plays journalist, your child plays adventurer just returned from a trip

Target

Your child can answer complex wh-questions with detail

Frasa

"I traveled to..."
"The most exciting part was..."
"I felt... because..."
"Next time I want to..."

All scenarios done gradually: warm-up, tutor models, child practices, gentle feedback. Your child is not forced to memorise, but invited to repeat until natural.

Sound Practice

English Sounds Practiced in Kids Class

Four foundational sounds that make your child more confident speaking English. Practice through songs, picture cards, and sound guessing. No jargon, just fun.

/θ/ and /ð/

TH sound (thin, this)

Often becomes "tin" or "dis"

Tongue tip out slightly between teeth, blow gently. Tutor shows using mirror or video so your child sees themselves.

Minimal pairs

think vs tinkthis vs disthree vs tree

thinkthisthreethankthatthumb

/v/

V sound (very, five)

Often pronounced "fery" or "wery"

Upper teeth gently bite lower lip, make voice vibrate. Your child can touch their throat to check the vibration.

Minimal pairs

very vs berryvine vs winevest vs west

veryfivesevenlovegivehave

/ʃ/

SH sound (she, ship)

Sometimes becomes "see" or "sip"

Lips slightly forward and rounded, tongue up to palate. Sound is like shushing a cat.

Minimal pairs

she vs seeship vs sipshoe vs sue

sheshipshoewashfishpush

/iː/

Long EE sound (see, sheep)

Sometimes becomes short "sit" or "ship"

Mouth in wide smile, tongue front high. Sound is long, like singing "eeeeee".

Minimal pairs

see vs sitsheep vs shipfeet vs fit

seesheepfeetgreenthreetree

Kids sessions always mix sounds with songs and games. Your child does not memorise IPA, just practices sounds through fun repetition.

Native vs Local

Native or Local Tutor for Your Child? We Are Honest

Many parents ask: is native better than local? Britemy's answer is not absolute, it depends on your child's goals and age. Here is an honest per-dimension comparison so you can decide with a clear head.

Accent and intonation

Native

Truly native accent (US, UK, AU) from birth. Your child picks up natural rhythm quickly.

Local

Clean international accent (C1-C2 CEFR), TESOL/CELTA trained. Local alumni tutors from abroad are equivalent.

Britemy pick

If accent is your priority, native fits. For early ages, accent is not the main goal.

Empathy with children

Native

Untrained native may not understand Indonesian child dynamics (Bahasa Indonesia mother tongue, cultural character).

Local

Indonesian local tutor understands child context: when shy, when tired, when to switch activity. Natural empathy.

Britemy pick

For ages 3-9, local tutor is more adaptive. Native is a choice after your child is confident.

Grammar explanation

Native

Native understands grammar intuitively but may not explain STRUCTURE to Indonesian learners.

Local

Local tutor learned grammar as foreign language, can explain "why" using Bahasa Indonesia structure reference.

Britemy pick

For grammar clinic, local tutor is more effective. Native fits for usage drilling.

Patience with mistakes

Native

Some natives reflexively correct constantly, making children afraid to speak. TESOL-trained natives are more patient.

Local

Local tutor generally more patient with silent period and early mispronunciation.

Britemy pick

For building early courage, local tutor is friendlier. Switch to native after confidence builds.

Bridge language

Native

Most natives cannot speak Bahasa Indonesia, cannot bridge critical instructions.

Local

Local tutor can switch to Bahasa Indonesia if child stuck totally, but minimally (5-10% total session).

Britemy pick

Ages 3-7 need occasional Bahasa Indonesia bridge. Local is more suitable.

Schedule and cost flexibility

Native

Native fee 1.5-2x local, timezone can be issue if based abroad.

Local

Local tutor fee more affordable, same timezone.

Britemy pick

For consistent weekly sessions, local tutor is more sustainable long-term.

Britemy Pick

For children aged 3-9, Britemy default recommends TESOL/CELTA-certified local tutors. After your child is confident speaking (usually B1+), you can request native sessions for accent exposure. We are transparent: our local tutor quality is at a level that can bridge to native accent without loss of teaching quality.

Britemy does not sell the "native speaker" mystique. We sell teaching processes suited to your child. WhatsApp us for best-match tutor consultation.

Quick Glossary for Parents

Terms You Will Hear in Kids Sessions

So you can follow along with your child's progress, here is a plain language guide to the terms tutors use most.

Key term

CEFR

Also known as: CEFR framework

Common European Framework of Reference. The European English ladder from A1 beginner up to C2 mastery. Primary school kids usually move within A1 to B1.

YLECambridge YLE, Young Learners EnglishYoung Learners English. The Cambridge exam track for kids aged 7 to 12 in three tiers: Starters, Movers, and Flyers.

TPRTotal Physical ResponseTotal Physical Response. A movement based teaching method developed by Dr James Asher, useful for action verbs and concrete vocabulary.

Phonicssound based readingA reading method that connects sounds to letters. Kids learn to sound out words, for example C-A-T pronounced kuh-a-tuh becomes cat.

Fluencyspoken flowSmooth conversational flow without long pauses. For primary school kids, fluency means being brave enough to speak even when grammar is imperfect.

IPAphonetic symbolsInternational Phonetic Alphabet, the standard set of sound symbols used to teach precise pronunciation, like the special mark for the th sound in think.

Minimal pairsound pairA word pair that differs by a single sound, for example ship and sheep. Used to train the ear to tell close sounds apart.

Britemy Service Promise

Our Promise on the Learning Process

We do not sell miracle promises that your child will be fluent within a certain number of months. What we can promise is a fair process and clear parental rights along the way.

Ask for Details on WhatsApp

Free WhatsApp consultation
Try before you buy. Parents can sit in, assess the tutor's style, and decide with a clear head.
Free tutor swap
If the pairing feels off after 2 sessions, we assign a different tutor at no extra cost.
Progress recap every 4 sessions
Parents get a plain language recap of progress along with notes on what still needs practice.
Topics can be repeated
If your child needs to revisit a topic, the tutor happily repeats it. There is no pressure to skip ahead.

We call this a service promise, not an outcome promise, because English ability grows step by step according to class frequency and home practice.

What Your Child Can Do at Each Stage

Realistic Outcomes per Learning Stage

These figures are a general picture based on Cambridge study hour estimates. Every child moves at their own pace depending on interest and home practice.

40 sessions

Basic speaking confidence, learns 300 to 500 new words

80 sessions

Comfortable school and home conversation from A1 to A2

120 sessions

Short storytelling and comprehension answers from A2 to B1

Cambridge study hour estimate: A1 to A2 takes around 180 to 200 hours of gradual learning. Three or four sessions per week plus short home practice usually speeds up progress.

Comparison

Britemy Private Lessons Compared to Other Ways Kids Learn English

There are many ways for a child to learn English. This table compares approaches honestly so you can pick what fits your family.

Aspek	Britemy Private 1-on-1	Self study learning app	Group English class	Free YouTube
Attention per child	Full, 60 minutes one tutor per kid	Your child faces a screen alone	One teacher shares time with many kids	Passive watching with no feedback
Pronunciation feedback	Live from the tutor, warm and immediate	Automated scoring, limited	Occasional turn taking with queues	No personal correction
Structured curriculum	Follows CEFR A1 to B1	App driven auto levels	Standard class curriculum	Channel dependent
Comfort for shy kids	High because the tutor is close and patient	Comfortable because kids are alone	Often intimidated by peers	Comfortable while watching
YLE exam readiness	Ready for Starters, Movers, and Flyers	Not designed for the exam	Depends on the specific programme	Does not prepare the format
Schedule flexibility	Set with the parent	Any time yet without a tutor	Fixed class timetable	Any time and no structure

Student Reviews

Stories from Parents and Kids

Services

Kids Lesson Formats

In-Person

In Person Private English Lessons for Kids

60 minutes per session

Tutor visits your home in major cities
Sessions 1 to 3 times per week
Printed kids materials prepared by the tutor
Progress recap to parents every 4 sessions

Online

Online Private English Lessons for Kids

60 minutes per session

Via Zoom or Google Meet
Suits families outside major cities or with tight schedules
Interactive digital materials for kids
Session recordings on request

Trial Session Preview

What a 60-Minute Kids Session Looks Like

Your child's first session with a Britemy tutor. Four activity variations to keep it fun and to demonstrate Britemy's fluency-first method.

0-5 min

Warm-up

Ice-Breaker Game

Guess my hobby or a kid-friendly 20 Questions. Tutor gives English hints; your child can answer in Bahasa Indonesia first, then switch to English.

5-20 min

Vocab Fun

Themed Vocabulary Cards

Theme chosen by your child: animals, food, or school. 10 new words introduced via picture, gesture, and short sentences. Your child repeats while playing.

20-40 min

Speak Up

Real-Situation Roleplay

Scenarios: ordering ice cream at a cafe, asking a tourist for the time, requesting permission from a teacher. Tutor plays the interlocutor. Your child uses the freshly learned phrases.

40-55 min

Read Play

Short Reading + Q&A

A 200-word illustrated story. Your child reads as much as possible (tutor helps with hard words). Tutor asks 3 simple questions; your child answers in full sentences.

55-60 min

Wrap-up

Review + Light Homework

Recap your child's 3 favourite words of the day. Tutor gives one small task: record a voice note saying those 5 words, send it to the parents' WhatsApp.

A first Britemy session focuses on building speaking confidence first. Grammar accuracy is refined after your child is comfortable talking. Speaking progress usually shows after 4 to 6 sessions.

Why Britemy

Why Parents Pick Britemy for Their Primary School Kids

One tutor per child

Your tutor's attention stays on one child for 60 minutes. Pace, vocabulary, and style follow your kid's needs.

Curated tutor match

We pick a tutor whose style fits your child. If it does not click, you can request a swap at no extra cost.

CEFR aligned curriculum

All materials flow along the A1 to B1 ladder so progress is visible and never skips around.

Cambridge YLE ready

If you want to sit Cambridge Starters, Movers, or Flyers, our curriculum already prepares the exam format.

Online and in person

Sessions run via Zoom or Google Meet for out of town families, or a tutor visits your home in major cities like Jakarta, Bandung, Surabaya, and Bali.

Progress reports for parents

Every 4 sessions the tutor sends a short WhatsApp recap: what your child has mastered, what still needs practice, and gentle homework ideas.

Free WhatsApp consultation

Before committing to a package, you can try a free WhatsApp session. That is proof of method and a chance for your child to warm up to our tutor's style.

Materials matched to your child's themes

We pick stories, songs, and activities around your child's interests like animals, space, sports, or a favourite toy. Learning feels like play and chat.

Kids Tutor Credentials

International Frameworks and Certifications We Follow

We design our kids curriculum around global standards so your child's progress can be measured and recognised.

CEFR by the Council of Europe
The A1 to C2 framework from the Council of Europe. This is the global reference for measuring foreign language ability, including for primary school kids.
Cambridge YLE (Young Learners English)
The kids certification track from Cambridge Assessment English: Starters, Movers, and Flyers. Our curriculum is ready to prepare your child if you choose to sit the exam.
TESOL, CELTA, and TEFL
International English teaching certifications commonly required by language schools. We prioritise tutors who hold them when available for the kids track.
Phonics based reading approach
We follow the phonics approach used in UK and US primary curricula to teach kids to read from sound to word.

Britemy focuses on general English and the Cambridge YLE kids certification. For Cambridge FCE, CAE, CPE, TOEFL, or IELTS, please continue with Exademy, our sister brand dedicated to language test prep.

Readiness Check

Check Your Child's Readiness Before Starting

Your answers here help our tutors plan a first session that lands right.

Kids meeting English for the first time

Does not yet know the English alphabet and its sounds
Knows a handful of words from cartoons or songs
Cannot yet build short English sentences
In Grade 1 to 3 or a new starter

Kids who already hold the basics

Can answer name, age, and where they live
Can read short picture supported sentences
Has a base vocabulary around 200 words
Needs confidence to chat for longer

Kids ready to move up to A2 or B1

Handles simple everyday conversation well
Can tell a short story about holidays or hobbies
Understands short stories 100 to 200 words long
Wants to move on to Cambridge Movers or Flyers

Pertanyaan Umum

Parent Questions About Private English Lessons for Kids

What is the ideal age for a child to start private English lessons at Britemy?

Our English for Kids programme is designed for ages 6 to 12. For younger children aged 3 to 5, please look at our English Preschool track that leans more on songs, stories, and play. Pre school kids can start too if they can sit for 30 to 45 minutes of playful learning.

How many sessions per week helps a child speak up sooner?

For primary school kids we recommend 2 to 3 sessions per week at 60 minutes each. That frequency keeps new words fresh and gives your child regular speaking moments. If schedules are tight, 1 session per week still works when paired with short home practice between sessions.

My child is shy and afraid of making mistakes. Are private lessons a fit?

That is exactly where private 1-on-1 lessons at Britemy shine. Without classmates watching, your child feels safer to try and stumble without judgement. Our kids tutors are trained to receive slips warmly, repeat the right form kindly, and celebrate every small brave moment so confidence keeps growing.

Can the tutor come to our home or is it online only?

Both are available. In major cities like Jakarta, Bandung, Surabaya, Yogyakarta, and Bali, tutors can visit your home. For other cities or busy schedules, online sessions via Zoom or Google Meet work well for kids, especially when a parent stays nearby for the first 5 to 10 minutes so your child feels at ease.

Can Britemy prepare my child for Cambridge YLE Starters, Movers, or Flyers?

Yes. Our kids curriculum already lines up with the Cambridge YLE format. Once you tell us the target exam and rough timeline, the tutor weaves official Cambridge style practice into the regular sessions. For adult Cambridge FCE, CAE, CPE, and test prep like TOEFL or IELTS, please continue with Exademy, our sister brand focused on test prep.

How is Britemy different from a learning app for kids?

Apps are good for drilling words and sounds independently. What they cannot do is respond warmly to your child, correct pronunciation live, and keep a kid focused for 60 minutes without ad distractions. At Britemy a human tutor fills that gap, and if you like, an app can serve as extra practice between sessions.

How much do private English lessons for kids cost at Britemy?

Session fees vary by city, online or in person mode, tutor travel distance, and tutor experience. Fastest way to know: ping our team on WhatsApp 628164896937 with your city, your child's grade, and preferred schedule. We share price options and a matching tutor profile within one working day.

May a parent sit in during the session?

You are welcome to, especially in the first 1 to 2 sessions so your child feels comfortable. After that we suggest parents stay in the next room so kids can focus with the tutor while remaining within reach. Every 4 sessions we send a WhatsApp progress recap so you always know what is being practised.

If my child already attends a group English class, why also join Britemy?

Group classes at language schools build routine and community. Private 1-on-1 lessons at Britemy add what group classes struggle to offer: full attention for 60 minutes, live pronunciation correction, and pace that adjusts to today. Many parents run both, group class for community and private lessons for personal leaps.

Schedule

Available Online and In-Person

Online LearningAvailable across Indonesia via Zoom or Google Meet.
JakartaFace-to-face + online
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SurabayaFace-to-face + online
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MedanFace-to-face + online
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SemarangFace-to-face + online
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MakassarFace-to-face + online
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YogyakartaFace-to-face + online
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MalangFace-to-face + online
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Parent Guide

How Parents Support Kids Learning English at Home

A 60-minute Britemy session is maximised when your child gets English exposure outside class. Here are 5 light activities you can do with your child, no need to be fluent yourself.

Every morning before school Weather Report 3 Minutes

Ask your child to look outside, then "How is the weather today?". Child answers with simple words (sunny, rainy, cloudy). Gently correct if wrong.

Materials

Weather cards from BritemyDuolingo Kids app (free basic)BBC Weather kids page

After school Recap Day 10 Minutes

Ask your child in English: "What did you do today?", "Who did you play with?", "What did you eat for lunch?". Child answers what they can, you add vocabulary when stuck.

Materials

English diary book for your childSticky notes for new words

Afternoon or evening Reading 20 Minutes

Read graded English chapter books (Roald Dahl, junior Percy Jackson, Enid Blyton). Child reads 1 page, you read 1 page. Note new words in a notebook.

Materials

Roald Dahl series (Matilda, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory)Epic! Kids Books appSchool library@america free library

Weekends English Movie or Series

Watch Disney/Pixar/Netflix with English subtitles. Ask your child to retell the plot in English for 3 minutes after the film.

Materials

Disney+ HotstarNetflix KidsYouTube Kids educational channels

Daily routine English Mealtime Chat

During family dinner, spend 5 to 10 minutes on light topics in English (favorite films, hobbies, weekend plans). You join in with English as best you can.

Materials

Conversation topic cards from BritemyCoolEnglish app (free)

What to do

Celebrate small wins (new words, first sentences without hesitation)
Consistent 15 to 30 minutes English exposure daily
Follow up themes learned in Britemy sessions
Provide access to English books and films regularly
WhatsApp the tutor when unsure of home strategy
Let your child hear various accents (US, UK, AU) so ears get used to it

× What to avoid

Do not correct grammar every sentence, child becomes afraid to speak
Do not force English when tired or stressed
Do not compare your child's progress with friends or cousins
Do not rely only on Britemy sessions without home practice
Do not shut off Bahasa Indonesia, bilingual is healthy for the brain
Do not make English a punishment or excessive reward

You get monthly progress reports from your Britemy tutor, plus vocabulary logs you can use for home review.

Certification Map

Cambridge YLE Certifications Your Child Can Aim For

Cambridge Young Learners English (YLE) is the most popular certification path for Indonesian children. Britemy builds language foundation; formal exams are taken at official Cambridge test centers.

Pre-A1 Ages 5-8

Cambridge YLE Starters

oleh Cambridge Assessment English

Britemy trains basic 500-word vocabulary, simple instruction listening, and basic picture card speaking test. Preparation 6-9 months consistent.

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A1 Ages 8-11

Cambridge YLE Movers

oleh Cambridge Assessment English

Britemy prepares short story reading comprehension, simple sentence writing, and "Find the Differences" speaking test. Preparation 9-12 months after Starters.

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A2 Ages 10-12

Cambridge YLE Flyers

oleh Cambridge Assessment English

Britemy trains 300-word reading passages, 50-word paragraph writing, and storytelling speaking. 12 months after Movers, ready for Cambridge KET transition.

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A2 Ages 11-14

Cambridge KET (A2 Key for Schools)

oleh Cambridge Assessment English

Britemy prepares short text reading comprehension, 30-word email writing, simple conversation listening, and personal topic speaking interaction.

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Britemy does not schedule formal exams, but we direct parents to the nearest Cambridge test center (usually English First or IALF). For specific test-taking strategy drills, honest cross-link to Exademy.

How to Start

Four Steps to Enrol Your Child

The process is short, designed so parents can decide with a clear head.

Step 1Ping us on WhatsApp
Send a short message with your city, your child's age, grade level, and learning goal. Our team replies during working hours with schedule options.
Step 2Match tutor and schedule
We pick 2 to 3 candidate kids tutors that suit your child's learning style, along with each profile.
Step 3Free WhatsApp consultation
Your child tries a WhatsApp session at no cost. Parents can observe and assess the tutor's style.
Step 4Move to a regular package
If it clicks, you pick a session package, we set the recurring schedule, and lessons begin that same week.

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Pick the mode that fits your child's rhythm. Online sessions flexible after school, or in-person in our main cities. Curated tutors matching primary-school age, ready to guide your child up the CEFR ladder with a pace they enjoy.

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Deskripsi

Satu tutor satu siswa, dari mana saja

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Satu tutor satu siswa, datang ke rumah siswa

Belajar bahasa Inggris satu tutor satu siswa bertemu langsung di rumah siswa. Tutor dipilih cocok dengan gaya belajar dan tujuan tiap siswa, dengan perhatian penuh dan pendampingan personal.

Keunggulan

Satu tutor fokus pada satu siswa
Papan tulis interaktif dan rekaman sesi
Tutor dikurasi cocok gaya belajar tiap siswa

Satu tutor fokus pada satu siswa
Tutor datang ke rumah siswa
Tutor dikurasi cocok gaya belajar tiap siswa

Harga

Mulai Rp90.000/sesi

Mulai dari harga terjangkau, sesuai paket dan level

Mulai Rp115.000/sesi

Pendampingan satu tutor penuh, paling personal

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Book a consultation on WhatsApp 628164896937. We pick a kids tutor who fits your child's learning style, then your child chats for WhatsApps at no cost.

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Kids tutor slots are limited per city, especially afternoon sessions after school.

English for Kids 6 to 12: Private 1-on-1 CEFR Aligned

Early Awareness

Beginner

Elementary

Lower Intermediate

Upper Intermediate

Advanced

English academic background

TESOL, CELTA, or TEFL certified where available

Real classroom experience with primary school kids

Playful and patient personality

Pre-A1 First Contact

A1 Beginner

A2 Early Intermediate

B1 Intermediate

Interest and starting level mapping

Total Physical Response for core vocabulary

Story time and short role play

Phonics drills for reading and pronunciation

Speaking output for 5 to 7 minutes

Reflection and light homework

Pre-A1 Foundations

A1 Starters

A2 Movers

B1 Flyers and beyond

Meeting New Friends

Ordering at a Restaurant

Weekend Story

Favorite Animal Presentation

Little Adventurer Interview

TH sound (thin, this)

V sound (very, five)

SH sound (she, ship)

Long EE sound (see, sheep)

CEFR

Free WhatsApp consultation

Free tutor swap

Progress recap every 4 sessions

Topics can be repeated

In Person Private English Lessons for Kids

Online Private English Lessons for Kids

Ice-Breaker Game

Themed Vocabulary Cards

Real-Situation Roleplay

Short Reading + Q&A

Review + Light Homework

One tutor per child

Curated tutor match

CEFR aligned curriculum

Cambridge YLE ready

Online and in person

Progress reports for parents

Free WhatsApp consultation

Materials matched to your child's themes

CEFR by the Council of Europe

Cambridge YLE (Young Learners English)

TESOL, CELTA, and TEFL

Phonics based reading approach

Kids meeting English for the first time

Kids who already hold the basics

Kids ready to move up to A2 or B1

What to do

× What to avoid

Step 1Ping us on WhatsApp

Step 2Match tutor and schedule

Step 3Free WhatsApp consultation

Step 4Move to a regular package

Invite Your Child to a Free WhatsApp Consultation

English for Kids 6 to 12 by city (Indonesian pages)