Descrizione
Young Learners Starter Kit (6–11) – live online teacher training
The Young Learners Starter Kit is an intensive, practical online course for teachers who want to start teaching English to children aged 6–11. It helps participants build confidence, classroom routines and a bank of ready-to-use activities for primary-age learners.
Dates and timetable
Next course: Tuesday 15, Wednesday 16, Thursday 17, Friday 18 and Monday 21 December 2026.
Timetable: 15:00–18:15, Italian time.
The course runs live online on Zoom over five afternoons, excluding Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 December.
Format and structure
- Delivery: 100% live online on Zoom
- Course focus: teaching English to children aged 6–11
- Structure: 8 live sessions + peer Teaching Practice + individual tutorial
- Methodology: practical workshops, demonstrations, micro-teaching and shared resources
- Certificate: IH Milano | San Donato certificate of attendance on completion
Who it is for
This course is ideal for teachers who already have an initial teaching qualification, such as CELTA or equivalent, and want to move into Young Learner teaching. It is also suitable for teachers who already teach adults and want to expand into teaching children aged 6–11.
What you will work on
- lesson planning for primary-age learners
- classroom management, routines and engagement
- games, songs, chants and practical classroom activities
- using online resources with young learners
- micro-teaching and teaching practice with tutor feedback
Entry requirements
- minimum C1 level of English
- an initial teaching qualification, such as CELTA or equivalent
- some general teaching experience
Previous experience teaching Young Learners is not required. The Starter Kit is an introductory course designed for qualified teachers who want to develop practical skills for working with children aged 6–11.
Fee and payment
Fee: €257, including €2 stamp duty.
Interest-free instalments are available when purchasing through our online shop. We accept Buono Scuola.
Continue your Young Learners pathway
- Teaching English to Young Learners – course overview
- IHVYL – teaching very young learners aged 3–6
- IHCYLT – advanced pathway for teaching young learners and teenagers aged 6–17
For full details in Italian, including programme, requirements and FAQ, visit the complete course page.
