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Discover EnglishADAVELA / English · Available now
English that becomes part of their world.
Personalised English experiences at home for children aged 4–10. Through play, stories, making and conversation, we give children meaningful reasons to listen, respond and use English—with a teacher who adapts to how they learn.
Send an inquiryA little café. A puppet adventure. A reason to speak.
A puppet needs help finding its home. A cardboard town needs building. A pretend café is ready for its first customer.
Our sessions bring English into experiences children can take part in. We use games, building, collage, puppet shows, colouring, stories and movement to explore words and expressions in context.
Children might ask for a colour, give a character instructions or describe something they have made. The language has a purpose within the activity.
Teachers model useful words and sentences, demonstrate their meaning and bring them back in different situations. Children gradually become familiar with how English works through using it, without needing to begin with grammatical labels such as “verb” or “adjective”.
Activities are chosen for the child’s age and interests: what engages a four-year-old may look very different from what challenges a ten-year-old.
Their pace matters. Their interests matter.
Children do not all need the same amount of time with a topic. One may be ready to explore something new, while another needs more opportunities to revisit familiar language.
Our teachers pay attention to what each child understands, what they can use independently and where they still need support. They adjust the pace, difficulty and activities to the child’s English experience, age, interests and confidence.
A topic can continue across several sessions; there is no requirement to finish it in one. If a child wants to return to a favourite game or story, the teacher can use that interest to practise something challenging or introduce new language.
For example, a child who loves playing shop might revisit food vocabulary while also practising colours, numbers and requests. A familiar activity can open the door to something new. Older beginners receive age-appropriate activities with accessible language.
Playful experiences. Thoughtful teaching.
Each session has a purpose and a familiar rhythm: a welcoming start, connected activities and a calm ending.
Within that structure, the teacher responds to the child. They might simplify a question, demonstrate with a puppet, introduce movement or offer a more demanding challenge. Songs and puppets are possible tools, chosen when they suit the child.
We invite children to participate without expecting perfect answers. Teachers allow time to respond and offer support when needed, helping children feel comfortable trying unfamiliar words.
The aim is to create opportunities for children to understand and use English while enjoying the experience.
Why we recommend two sessions per week
For English, we strongly recommend two sessions per week.
In our teaching experience, this rhythm helps keep the language familiar between sessions. Children have another opportunity to encounter and use words while the previous activity is still relatively fresh, so less time may be needed to reconnect with what they explored before.
Repetition is woven into different experiences: words from a puppet story might return in a building activity, a game or a pretend shop. Children revisit familiar language while doing something engaging.
One session per week is also possible, although progress may be more gradual and more time may be needed for review. Every child’s progress also depends on their starting point, participation and contact with English outside sessions.
What progress can look like
Progress is not only finishing a topic or naming a list of words. It can also mean your child:
- Understanding a familiar instruction with less help.
- Recognising an expression in a different activity.
- Joining in with a word or phrase they previously only listened to.
- Making a simple request in English.
- Using familiar language more independently during play.
These are examples of what teachers can look for, not milestones every child must reach on the same schedule.
A prepared experience
Before we begin.
We agree on learning goals, the schedule and a suitable space at home during the free assessment. English sessions last 45 minutes. The package comparison below explains the materials and support included in each 12-session cycle.
We start with a child’s relationship with the language. We do not offer exam or certification preparation.
Choose the support that fits your family
Personalized English lessons at home, with three levels of support for learning between sessions. Every package begins with a free assessment and follows a 12-session learning cycle.
45 minutes per session
Compare at a glance
| What your family receives | StandardCHF 45per session | ExploreCHF 49per session | RecommendedExplore PlusCHF 54per session |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parent web app | Not included | Included | Included |
| Games to keep¹ | Not included | 1 | 2 |
| Home activities / week | Not included | 1 | 2 tailored |
| Personalized packs¹ | Not included | Not included | 3 |
| Personalized parent plan | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Pronunciation audio | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Parent conversation¹ | Not included | Not included | 15 min |
| Progress updates | Every 12 sessions | Every 4 sessions | Every session |
¹ Per 12-session cycle. All packages include personalized lessons, a free assessment and a cycle-end report.
Just CHF 5 more per session than Explore.
See all included benefits
More support between lessons
Parent web app
StandardNot included
ExploreIncluded
Explore PlusIncluded
Child’s work portfolio
StandardNot included
ExploreIncluded
Explore PlusIncluded
Reusable game set to keep
StandardNot included
ExploreIncluded
Explore PlusIncluded
Weekly home-practice support
StandardNot included
ExploreIncluded
Explore PlusIncluded
Learning update every 4 sessions
StandardNot included
ExploreIncluded
Explore PlusIncluded
Personalized extras with Explore Plus
Update after each session
StandardNot included
ExploreNot included
Explore PlusIncluded
Second reusable game set to keep
StandardNot included
ExploreNot included
Explore PlusIncluded
Personalized printed activity packs
StandardNot included
ExploreNot included
Explore PlusIncluded
Two tailored home activities each teaching week
StandardNot included
ExploreNot included
Explore PlusIncluded
Personalized parent plan
StandardNot included
ExploreNot included
Explore PlusIncluded
Pronunciation support for parents
StandardNot included
ExploreNot included
Explore PlusIncluded
Personalized mini-story option
StandardNot included
ExploreNot included
Explore PlusIncluded
Weekly learning update
StandardNot included
ExploreNot included
Explore PlusIncluded
Parent progress conversation
StandardNot included
ExploreNot included
Explore PlusIncluded
Included in every package
Free first assessment
StandardIncluded
ExploreIncluded
Explore PlusIncluded
Personalized teaching
StandardIncluded
ExploreIncluded
Explore PlusIncluded
Games and equipment during lessons
StandardIncluded
ExploreIncluded
Explore PlusIncluded
Printed lesson materials
StandardIncluded
ExploreIncluded
Explore PlusIncluded
English learning passport
StandardIncluded
ExploreIncluded
Explore PlusIncluded
General parent guide
StandardIncluded
ExploreIncluded
Explore PlusIncluded
Comprehensive progress report every 12 sessions
StandardIncluded
ExploreIncluded
Explore PlusIncluded
| What your family receives | Standard Personalized lessons and the foundations for learning. CHF 45per session | Explore Lessons, games to keep and simple practice between sessions. CHF 49per session | Recommended Explore PlusA higher level of personalised attention, with tailored activities and dedicated parental guidance. Just CHF 5 more per session than Explore. CHF 54per session |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price per session | CHF 45 | CHF 49 | CHF 54 |
| Included in every package | |||
| Free first assessment | Included | Included | Included |
| Personalized teaching | Included | Included | Included |
| Games and equipment during lessons | Included | Included | Included |
| Printed lesson materials | Included | Included | Included |
| English learning passport | Included | Included | Included |
| General parent guide | Included | Included | Included |
| Comprehensive progress report every 12 sessions | Included | Included | Included |
| More support between lessons | |||
| Parent web app | Not included | Included | Included |
| Child’s work portfolio | Not included | Included | Included |
| Reusable game set to keep | Not included | Included | Included |
| Weekly home-practice support | Not included | Included | Included |
| Learning update every 4 sessions | Not included | Included | Included |
| Personalized extras with Explore Plus | |||
| Update after each session | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Second reusable game set to keep | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Personalized printed activity packs | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Two tailored home activities each teaching week | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Personalized parent plan | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Pronunciation support for parents | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Personalized mini-story option | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Weekly learning update | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Parent progress conversation | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Book your free assessment | Book your free assessment | Book your free assessment | Book your free assessment |
✓ Included · × Not included. The free assessment is additional to the 12 paid sessions.
Every package includes personalized teaching. Higher packages add resources, parent visibility and support between lessons.
Some rows describe an upgrade to an existing benefit. Explore Plus includes two home activities per teaching week in total, two take-home game sets per cycle in total, and three personalized activity packs per cycle. The mini-story replaces one activity pack.
What does each benefit include?
Explore the materials, updates and guidance included in each package.
| What your family receives | What it includes |
|---|---|
| Free first assessment | All packages: one introductory assessment per child to explore their English, interests and confidence, and discuss your expectations. We also confirm the basic stationery to have ready at home: coloring pencils or washable markers, a glue stick, tape and age-appropriate scissors when needed. |
| Personalized teaching | All packages: lessons adapted to your child’s age, English level, interests and responses. Activities can change when your child needs more time, a different approach or a new challenge. |
| Games and equipment during lessons | All packages: the teacher brings prepared cards, games and specialist teaching resources. Reusable equipment leaves with the teacher unless it is a take-home item included in your package. Families provide the basic stationery agreed during assessment. |
| Printed lesson materials | All packages: topic-based coloring sheets, picture activities and paper crafts used during lessons. Your child keeps their completed work. |
| English learning passport | All packages: a small paper booklet recording your child’s 12-session journey through stamps, drawings or stickers. It celebrates participation and discovery and is separate from the parent progress report. |
| General parent guide | All packages: practical ideas for encouraging English through everyday routines, songs, stories and games, even if you are not confident speaking English yourself. |
| Comprehensive progress report every 12 sessions | All packages: a summary of topics explored, observed progress and next learning goals. Standard receives it by email. Explore receives it in the app, with suggestions for using the take-home game. Explore Plus also receives a refreshed personalized parent plan. |
| Parent web app | Explore and Explore Plus: one place for schedules, attendance, published learning updates, reports, parent observations, support and cancellation/change requests. Standard families use ADAVELA’s designated contact channel for arrangements and questions. Published updates follow the frequency included in the selected package. |
| Child’s work portfolio | Explore: a named folder for lesson work, practice activities and game instructions. Explore Plus: organized topic sections and “I can…” milestone pages reviewed every 12 sessions. |
| Reusable game set to keep | Explore and Explore Plus: one complete game set per 12-session cycle, with instructions for playing together. For example, animal-matching cards with three different ways to play. The game is selected to suit the learning topics; examples are illustrative rather than a promise of a particular product. |
| Weekly home-practice support | Explore: one ready-made activity matched to the lesson topic each teaching week. Explore Plus: two short activities adapted to your child, with useful words and phrases for parents. |
| Learning update every 4 sessions | Explore and Explore Plus: a short overview of what your child has practiced, observations about their learning and the next focus. For Explore Plus, this draws together the session updates. At session 12, the comprehensive progress report replaces the shorter update. |
| Update after each session | Explore Plus: a short published update covering the topic, activities and a teacher observation after each completed lesson. Standard does not include routine session updates; Explore receives updates every four sessions. Important concerns and practical messages are communicated whenever needed in every package. |
| Second reusable game set to keep | Explore Plus: a second complete game set per 12-session cycle, giving your family two sets in total to revisit familiar English in different ways. |
| Personalized printed activity packs | Explore Plus: one pack of approximately 2–4 pages every four completed sessions, giving three packs per cycle. Packs are adapted to your child’s interests and learning goals—for example, building challenges, animal adventures or princess-themed activities. |
| Two tailored home activities each teaching week | Explore Plus: two short activities, typically around five minutes each, selected and adapted for your child. These replace Explore’s single standard activity; they are not two additional activities on top of it. |
| Personalized parent plan | Explore Plus: a short child-specific plan explaining what engages your child, which English to reinforce and how to practice comfortably. Created following assessment for families choosing Explore Plus and refreshed every 12 completed sessions. |
| Pronunciation support for parents | Explore Plus: selected audio examples for words and phrases used in home activities, so you can listen before practicing together. |
| Personalized mini-story option | Explore Plus: one of the three personalized activity packs can take the form of a short illustrated story based on your child’s interests and familiar English. It replaces one pack rather than adding a fourth. |
| Weekly learning update | Explore Plus: a short explanation accompanying that week’s home activities: what your child is practicing, what has helped and how to use the suggested activities. This is combined with the weekly activity guidance rather than presented as another long report. |
| Parent progress conversation | Explore Plus: one scheduled 15-minute parent conversation every 12 completed sessions to discuss progress, your observations and next steps. Ordinary questions and important concerns can be raised in every package. |
Free first assessment
All packages: one introductory assessment per child to explore their English, interests and confidence, and discuss your expectations. We also confirm the basic stationery to have ready at home: coloring pencils or washable markers, a glue stick, tape and age-appropriate scissors when needed.
Personalized teaching
All packages: lessons adapted to your child’s age, English level, interests and responses. Activities can change when your child needs more time, a different approach or a new challenge.
Games and equipment during lessons
All packages: the teacher brings prepared cards, games and specialist teaching resources. Reusable equipment leaves with the teacher unless it is a take-home item included in your package. Families provide the basic stationery agreed during assessment.
Printed lesson materials
All packages: topic-based coloring sheets, picture activities and paper crafts used during lessons. Your child keeps their completed work.
English learning passport
All packages: a small paper booklet recording your child’s 12-session journey through stamps, drawings or stickers. It celebrates participation and discovery and is separate from the parent progress report.
General parent guide
All packages: practical ideas for encouraging English through everyday routines, songs, stories and games, even if you are not confident speaking English yourself.
Comprehensive progress report every 12 sessions
All packages: a summary of topics explored, observed progress and next learning goals. Standard receives it by email. Explore receives it in the app, with suggestions for using the take-home game. Explore Plus also receives a refreshed personalized parent plan.
Parent web app
Explore and Explore Plus: one place for schedules, attendance, published learning updates, reports, parent observations, support and cancellation/change requests. Standard families use ADAVELA’s designated contact channel for arrangements and questions. Published updates follow the frequency included in the selected package.
Child’s work portfolio
Explore: a named folder for lesson work, practice activities and game instructions. Explore Plus: organized topic sections and “I can…” milestone pages reviewed every 12 sessions.
Reusable game set to keep
Explore and Explore Plus: one complete game set per 12-session cycle, with instructions for playing together. For example, animal-matching cards with three different ways to play. The game is selected to suit the learning topics; examples are illustrative rather than a promise of a particular product.
Weekly home-practice support
Explore: one ready-made activity matched to the lesson topic each teaching week. Explore Plus: two short activities adapted to your child, with useful words and phrases for parents.
Learning update every 4 sessions
Explore and Explore Plus: a short overview of what your child has practiced, observations about their learning and the next focus. For Explore Plus, this draws together the session updates. At session 12, the comprehensive progress report replaces the shorter update.
Update after each session
Explore Plus: a short published update covering the topic, activities and a teacher observation after each completed lesson. Standard does not include routine session updates; Explore receives updates every four sessions. Important concerns and practical messages are communicated whenever needed in every package.
Second reusable game set to keep
Explore Plus: a second complete game set per 12-session cycle, giving your family two sets in total to revisit familiar English in different ways.
Personalized printed activity packs
Explore Plus: one pack of approximately 2–4 pages every four completed sessions, giving three packs per cycle. Packs are adapted to your child’s interests and learning goals—for example, building challenges, animal adventures or princess-themed activities.
Two tailored home activities each teaching week
Explore Plus: two short activities, typically around five minutes each, selected and adapted for your child. These replace Explore’s single standard activity; they are not two additional activities on top of it.
Personalized parent plan
Explore Plus: a short child-specific plan explaining what engages your child, which English to reinforce and how to practice comfortably. Created following assessment for families choosing Explore Plus and refreshed every 12 completed sessions.
Pronunciation support for parents
Explore Plus: selected audio examples for words and phrases used in home activities, so you can listen before practicing together.
Personalized mini-story option
Explore Plus: one of the three personalized activity packs can take the form of a short illustrated story based on your child’s interests and familiar English. It replaces one pack rather than adding a fourth.
Weekly learning update
Explore Plus: a short explanation accompanying that week’s home activities: what your child is practicing, what has helped and how to use the suggested activities. This is combined with the weekly activity guidance rather than presented as another long report.
Parent progress conversation
Explore Plus: one scheduled 15-minute parent conversation every 12 completed sessions to discuss progress, your observations and next steps. Ordinary questions and important concerns can be raised in every package.
A teaching week is a week in which at least one lesson takes place. Weekly resources are provided once that week, regardless of lesson frequency. Home activities are optional suggestions for families.
Time to settle in, practice and build confidence
Our English programmes follow a 12-session learning cycle, giving your child time to become comfortable with their teacher, revisit familiar language and build on previous lessons. At the end of each cycle, we review their progress and recommend the next steps. Every child develops at their own pace.
Each cycle includes 12 paid sessions. Payment is made in full before the cycle begins. The introductory assessment is free and does not count as one of the 12 sessions.
Your questions.
Does my child need to know English already?
No. Pictures, actions and choices let beginners participate from the start. The teacher offers words and short phrases for support, with room to try when the child feels ready.
What if my child wants to repeat an activity?
Familiar play can help consolidate language. The teacher can add an appropriate new challenge while keeping what engages your child.
Do you follow a textbook?
We may use books and prepared resources. Sessions centre on purposeful interaction, exploration and the individual child, rather than a sequence of pages to finish.
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