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- We create a language environment, speaking English both in class and break time
- Our students study school subjects and do creative writing in English
From 7 to 12 years old
Exciting English classes for students based on an international programme
School subjects in English according to British syllabus
Children study mathematics, anatomy, history of ancient civilisations and geography of different continents in English and conduct experiments. This way, children can intuitively learn vocabulary and grammar.
Teachers with an international experience
Children grow plants with professional biologists, conduct experiments with chemists, paint pictures with artists and play drums with musicians. Practice immerses children in the subject and inspires them to explore it further.
Children’s personality comes first
Children can always find support as well as an opportunity to express themselves and take the initiative in London Gates. Children are part of a close-knit community of students and graduates, developing their self-study skills and getting ready to make their way in the world.
in business (since 2010)
4500 students
13 years
We have trained over
— We pay close attention to on each student: groups of up to 12
— One language of communication: we speak only in English 100% of the time, both in class and at break times
— We practise the language: the students speak in class 70% of the class time
— We make education fun: 98% of children say that London Gates is a fun place to learn and that they have made close friends
Kids Program
Groups
On Tuesdays from 16:40 to 18:15 and Thursdays from 16:40 to 19:10
Tuition fees
350 euros for 20 academic hours per month*
On Saturdays from 10:00 to 14:15 or 14:45 to 19:00
* number of classes may vary depending on the month
Subjects
English
The programme is based on British Key Stage 2 and 3. In lessons, children learn vocabulary and language structures, develop their English language skills and, most importantly, reproduce communicative situations from everyday life and learn to communicate effectively.
Humanities
Classes consist of modules in different subjects. In history classes, students conduct archaeological excavations and explore the myths of various ethnicities. In sociology, they study the diversity of cultures and traditions of different countries. In literature, they discuss the fate of the heroes of classic novels and create comics.
Science
Modules in math, biology, geography, physics, chemistry and programming. students experiment with non-Newtonian fluids, create thermometers, grow plants and build simple robots and hydraulic manipulators.
Drama
Drama is one of the most important subjects in the UK Key Stage programme, building a large pool of skills. Children learn how to perform in front of an audience, get their thoughts and ideas across, hold the audience’s attention and analyse other people’s performance on stage. The children put on a play in English together at the end of the course.
Art
An original programme by Masha Schmidt, a Parisian artist. Together with professional artists, children learn to express themselves, use various textures and materials, and experiment in different artistic practices such as painting with acrylics and constructing spatial installations.
The programme is based on British Key Stage 2 and 3. In lessons, children learn vocabulary and language structures, develop their English language skills and, most importantly, reproduce communicative situations from everyday life and learn to communicate effectively.
Classes consist of modules in different subjects. In history classes, students conduct archaeological excavations and explore the myths of various ethnicities. In sociology, they study the diversity of cultures and traditions of different countries. In literature, they discuss the fate of the heroes of classic novels and create comics.
Modules in math, biology, geography, physics, chemistry and programming. students experiment with non-Newtonian fluids, create thermometers, grow plants and build simple robots and hydraulic manipulators.
Drama is one of the most important subjects in the UK Key Stage programme, building a large pool of skills. Children learn how to perform in front of an audience, get their thoughts and ideas across, hold the audience’s attention and analyse other people’s performance on stage. The children put on a play in English together at the end of the course.
An original programme by Masha Schmidt, a Parisian artist. Together with professional artists, children learn to express themselves, use various textures and materials, and experiment in different artistic practices such as painting with acrylics and constructing spatial installations.
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Graduates of the Kids programme:
- Quickly adapt to an English-speaking environment, can communicate and study at school in English
- Read and write at B1 level, can understand the lyrics of their favourite songs and watch films in English
- Are able to discuss topics ranging from the history of ancient Rome to climate change, solve mathematical problems, talk about the structure of plants and the movement of planets in space in English
- Know a number of scientific terms in English
- Are able to analyse information, create and present projects. They can give presentations at a student conference and share their interests at London Gates
- Can work effectively both independently and in pairs or teams, and can organise work on multi-stage tasks
Our graduates:
How to start studying with London Gates?
1.
Contact London Gates through website, messenger, or call
2.
Schedule an interview online or offline
3.
Pass the interview where your child will take an English test to see which group is best for them
4.
Choose the group that suits your child's needs
5.
Join in for the first fun-filled lesson at London Gates!
Leave an application, and we will help you choose a program for your child
We’ll contact you anytime between 10:00 and 19:00 to offer guidance and walk you through the next steps
Frequently asked questions
We have a special group for first graders who do not know English, which you can sign up for at the beginning of the school year. Classes in this group are a little more intensive than in others.
We know how to motivate your child, help them overcome their shyness and start speaking English. A personal meeting with your child will allow us to find the most suitable group.
We know how to motivate your child, help them overcome their shyness and start speaking English. A personal meeting with your child will allow us to find the most suitable group.
Children develop their writing, reading, listening and communication skills in the classes and acquire B1-English at age 12 by the end of the programme. This level corresponds to the international B1 level of English and British Key Stage 2 and 3 depending on the group.
We can offer a combination of individual and group lessons if a student is unable to attend a standard timetable or requires additional classes. One-to-one tuition is only available for students on group courses and cannot be the main programme of study at the centre. We also offer online individual lessons, but it is not possible to study with a London Gates tutor outside of the centre.
Group learning is more effective than individual training, especially when working with children and learning foreign languages. Language is a means of communication. We learn a language in order to communicate in it and solve various communicative tasks with its help. If there are six people in a group, the student learns to understand six different people, to respond to them, and to be active in communication. When working in pairs, it is impossible to form an English-speaking environment, between the teacher and the student, which is important for successful language learning.
The size of groups in our centre is no more than 12 people and we carefully select students for each group. Our tutors select students on the basis of the child’s progress, discussions with his/her parents and individual recommendations from the teachers.
In addition, there is an assistant in class. Assistants accompany the group throughout the whole school day, help not to get lost, prompt if the children do not understand the task, and give examples when necessary. The assistant facilitates communication between the children and maintains discipline.
In addition, there is an assistant in class. Assistants accompany the group throughout the whole school day, help not to get lost, prompt if the children do not understand the task, and give examples when necessary. The assistant facilitates communication between the children and maintains discipline.
Tutors accompany the child at all stages of education, monitor progress and help to build an individual educational track. They co-ordinate the work of teachers, assistants and psychologists of the centre. Together with them they make up the team of adults supporting the children. This system helps them to stay motivated and maximise the comfort of each London Gates student. It is the tutor who is the main contact person for parents and children.
We believe that one lesson is not enough to immerse yourself in the educational process. That is why we have introduced a trial month, so that you can really understand whether the school suits you. After that, we meet with parents and discuss the child’s future educational pathway.
Yes, it is possible to join all our groups during the year. This requires an interview and an entrance test: these will help to select the group and assure that a child easily adapts to the education.
Yes, our holiday schedule is the same as in Latvian public schools.
Yes, we organise lunch in the middle of the day and offer tea and biscuits.
Yes, there are native English speakers in our team. However, we are convinced that it is more important for a teacher to know how to teach a language, motivate a student and spark their interest in the unusual aspects of their job. Our teachers are bright personalities: professional linguists, scientists, philosophers, artists, actors and musicians. All our teachers have experience in education and teaching in English.
We have a team of experts who regularly evaluate lesson recordings. They give teachers feedback on lessons and make recommendations. To improve the skills of our teachers, we provide training for them, organise international workshops and share experiences within London Gates.
We conduct a game-based test of our students to assess their progress and results once a year. In addition teachers regularly comment on students' progress for parents and tutors.
Yes, teachers always try to make up unusual home assignments that children will enjoy doing. Every task in each subject will require around 25 minutes.
We teach students not to be afraid of mistakes and never scold them for incorrect and incomplete home assignments. If a child does not complete home assignments, the teacher can talk to them after the lessons and point out that homework is an important part of the educational process.
We teach students not to be afraid of mistakes and never scold them for incorrect and incomplete home assignments. If a child does not complete home assignments, the teacher can talk to them after the lessons and point out that homework is an important part of the educational process.
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