A little bear, a lot of progress!
Effective English for 2 to 7-year-olds
An effective way to learn English through play, with the help of a lively teddy bear and a committed teacher.
What is Teddy Eddie like?
The method is based on a variety of teaching techniques. The coursebook contains a multitude of texts in the form of stories, rhymes and songs, which serve as a rich source of vocabulary and phrases. It helps our students to recognise, understand and assimilate the context of sentences – something that is crucial when learning a language, which is, after all, a means of communication.
We place great emphasis on frequent repetition, consolidation and listening comprehension. In Teddy Eddie classes, and verbal cues are reinforced with movement and gesture, helping to engage young learners in playful activities.
Communication as a priority
Children quickly accept that English is used to communicate and do not view learning the language as an artificial process. With the right encouragement, they try to express themselves in English without being afraid of making mistakes.
Learning words in full sentences
English is more than just a collection of individual words! The learning process is based on sentences, texts and longer utterances, and focuses on the natural use and manipulation of language. Which is exactly what the Teddy Eddie method is all about.
Teacher-parent collaboration
Parents can expect to have regular contact with the teacher and are kept up to date with their child’s progress. The teacher sums up the group’s work after each class, sends out a weekly email to parents, and prepares a comprehensive report at the end of each term.
An ambitious educational pathway
Followed by Savvy Ed and Edward’s League for older children, Teddy Eddie is the first of our methods that together make up a challenging learning pathway. This ensures a consistently high level of language teaching and means that our students have the best possible chance of passing their Cambridge exams.
Dostępne poziomy
Start
2 to 3-year-olds
Children start to react to English commands and learn their first sentences, songs and stories in a foreign language. The main goal is to instil in them a love of the English language!
Standard
4 to 5-year-olds
Children start to have their first conversations in English. They act out stories and real-life scenes, and play games that require them to use English.
ABC
5 to 6-year-olds
Children use full sentences, retell stories and have conversations in English in class. They also start their adventure with reading in English!
Superhero
7-year-olds
A level for first graders. Children learn to speak in full sentences. They acquire an abundance of words, sentences and phrases and may start to use them spontaneously outside the classroom.
Why do kids love Teddy Eddie?
Teddy Eddie is a method designed specifically for very young learners, which explains why it is so much fun. Teaching language through funny stories, entertaining songs and colourful materials is an enjoyable experience and a great way for children to acquire English effortlessly. We know that our little learners have enormous language potential and we help them make the most of it. We have developed a dedicated app for the course to make it easier for kids to consolidate what they have learnt in class.
The main character of the course - Teddy Eddie
A friendly little bear who can only speak English motivates children to learn.
A fun and friendly atmosphere
Teddy Eddie classes are play-based and taught in small groups.
Comprehensive language learning
We aim to ensure the balanced development of language skills, with a strong focus on communication!
The Playground
With our educational app, children enjoy practising what they learn in class.
Designed for preschoolers and first graders
Teddy Eddie is a language course that takes into account the psychomotor development and changing needs of preschool children and those about to enter a new stage of education: primary school. It gradually develops listening comprehension and communication skills, combining content-rich and challenging educational materials with child-friendly games and activities.
Guaranteed effects
The effectiveness of the method is the result of unique teaching solutions such as the “building blocks” technique, which allows the teacher to adapt the material covered to the group’s temperament and requires frequent and regular repetition. In class, great emphasis is placed on communicative competence and the practical use of English.
Continuity in the learning process
The Teddy Eddie method is the first stage of an ambitious learning pathway created by Edu Bears for children and teens aged 2 to 14. Young learners can later progress to our Savvy Ed and Edward’s League courses, which take them to level B1+ or even B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
Why Teddy Eddie?
Teddy Eddie is a licensed method of teaching English to preschool kids and first graders. Our aim is to combine ambitious educational requirements with lots of fun and a cheerful, relaxed classroom environment.
Teddy Eddie classes are full of carefully designed games and activities that facilitate comprehensive language development and help children build intrinsic motivation for language learning – all in the company of the course protagonist, a playful teddy bear who lives in a colourful sock, and under the supervision of a committed teacher.
The Playground app
Teddy Eddie students are given access to our educational app, the Playground. Using this app, children (and their parents) can enjoy a great variety of interactive games to help them consolidate the material learnt in class. They can also listen to all the class recordings.
Through regular use of the Playground resources, children are able to master essential vocabulary and phrases faster and more easily, which gives them greater confidence in the classroom. Plus, using the app is lots of fun for young learners!
Teddy Eddie near you!
See where your nearest Accredited Teddy Eddie Method Centre is and ask about course offers.
Frequently asked questions
Do you have any questions? Please check if the answers are in our FAQ section below. If they aren’t, feel free to contact us.
Q1
How much does a Teddy Eddie course cost?
Teddy Eddie is a licensed teaching method, which means that course prices are set by each language school individually. It is best to contact the school of your choice directly for more information (such as course prices and timetables).
Q2
Why are Teddy Eddie classes held twice a week, and only in a classroom setting?
In our experience, this frequency and format of classes is acceptable to parents and absolutely essential for very young learners. Your child needs regular exposure to the language and an appropriate level of interaction which online classes cannot provide. The play-based approach we recommend requires the presence of a teacher and a group of peers. Your child will also greatly benefit from spending time in a new peer group.
Q3
How can I check that the Teddy Eddie course is effective?
The outcomes of Teddy Eddie classes differ slightly depending on the level. Please refer to the “Levels” page for a more detailed description.
Our first aim is for the child to enjoy the classes: we want kids to fall in love with the English language. Only then can we start working on the language outcomes. And although they are not easy to measure, the Teddy Eddie method has a number of tools to help monitor the progress of young learners. Firstly, we prioritise parent-teacher contact, communication and collaboration. As part of their Education Pack, each student receives a Parent’s Guide which contains information about the basic skills and knowledge that the child will acquire during the course. At the end of each class, teachers invite parents for a brief 2-minute review of what was covered in class that day, and each week they send out a report by email. Once a term, parents are invited to a demo class, where they receive a full descriptive progress report.
Q4
What qualifications do Teddy Eddie teachers have?
Teddy Eddie teachers undergo a multi-stage induction programme. They are thoroughly trained in the method, know how to conduct classes and are familiar with the requirements of our quality standard. They also have access to attractive course materials, which means they can really focus on building positive associations with the English language and sharing their knowledge. Each teacher is supervised by a methodology consultant who regularly attends and observes classes.
Q5
Do I need to work with my child at home?
Any form of parental involvement in a child’s learning has a huge positive impact on their performance, so we strongly recommend using the Playground app at all levels.
The app is user-friendly, which means that older children can use it on their own, and even the mandatory Superhero level tasks can easily be completed with minimal parental help and encouragement.
