English classes for school students

English Classes for Grades 1-11

Patient, structured English lessons that help children and teenagers improve grammar, reading, writing, comprehension, vocabulary, pronunciation, speaking confidence and O/L preparation where relevant.

Classes are available online across Sri Lanka and in person in Kandy, with individual or small-group learning depending on the student's level and current availability.

Grades 1-5Foundations for younger learners
Grades 6-8Academic English for school confidence
Grades 9-11/O/LSchool English and exam preparation
Kandy or onlinePhysical classes and online classes in Sri Lanka

Parents can share the student's grade, main difficulty and preferred class format.

English workbook and study materials on a tidy desk
Start with the right support

Share the student's grade, main English difficulty and preferred class format to ask about suitable support.

Grades 1-11 English classes
Reading, grammar and writing support
Speaking confidence and pronunciation
Physical Kandy and online classes

Who the classes are for

English Support for Grades 1-11 Students

These classes are for school students who need patient help with English foundations, academic English, schoolwork, communication confidence and exam preparation.

Grades 1-5

Younger learners build reading, spelling, simple grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and confidence step by step.

Grades 6-8

Students build stronger foundations for schoolwork, higher grades and confident everyday English use.

Grades 9-11

Students continue improving core English skills while receiving focused school exam and O/L preparation where relevant.

Programmes

Classes by Grade

Choose support based on the student's grade, current weaknesses and examination goals. Parents can ask about the most suitable starting point before joining.

Grades 1-5: English Foundations

For younger learners who need patient support with reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, comprehension and confidence.

  • Reading and comprehension basics
  • Spelling, dictation and vocabulary
  • Simple grammar and sentence writing
  • Pronunciation and speaking confidence
  • School lesson and homework support
  • Patient correction for young learners

Grades 6-8: Academic English

For middle-grade students who need stronger academic English, clearer writing, better comprehension and more confidence before higher grades.

  • Grammar and sentence construction
  • Vocabulary development
  • Reading comprehension
  • Paragraph and essay writing
  • Schoolwork support
  • Speaking and pronunciation confidence
  • Preparation for higher grades

Grades 9-11: O/L English Support

Focused support for students preparing for school examinations and the Sri Lankan G.C.E. Ordinary Level English examination.

  • Grammar revision
  • Reading and comprehension
  • Essay and letter writing
  • Exam-style questions
  • Answer-writing techniques
  • Vocabulary development
  • Speaking confidence
  • Sri Lankan O/L English preparation

Starting point

Start with the Student's Current Needs

A short review can help identify the student's current level, strengths and areas that require improvement before recommending a suitable class.

The review may cover reading, grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, sentence construction, writing ability, pronunciation, spoken confidence and O/L readiness for older students.

Ask About Classes
  1. Share the student's grade and main difficulty
  2. Identify strengths and learning gaps
  3. Discuss a suitable class format

Parent concerns

Does Your Child Struggle With Any of These?

These are common reasons parents enquire about English classes for Grades 1-11, including foundation support, grammar classes, comprehension help, writing practice and O/L preparation for older students.

  • Weak grammar foundations
  • Difficulty understanding comprehension passages
  • Limited vocabulary
  • Poor sentence construction
  • Difficulty writing essays and paragraphs
  • Lack of confidence when speaking
  • Repeated mistakes in school tests
  • Difficulty answering exam-style English questions
  • Dependence on memorised answers
  • Fear or embarrassment when using English

Lessons are designed to help students understand English clearly, practise systematically, communicate with greater confidence and prepare more effectively for school and examinations.

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Learning areas

What Students Will Learn

Lessons can cover the core English skills students need for schoolwork, term tests, O/L preparation and more confident communication.

Grammar

  • Tenses
  • Articles
  • Prepositions
  • Subject-verb agreement
  • Active and passive voice
  • Direct and indirect speech
  • Sentence structure
  • Common grammar errors

Vocabulary

  • Everyday vocabulary
  • Academic and school vocabulary
  • Word families
  • Synonyms and antonyms
  • Context-based vocabulary
  • Correct word usage

Reading and Comprehension

  • Understanding passages
  • Finding main ideas
  • Answering in complete sentences
  • Identifying supporting details
  • Making simple inferences
  • Understanding questions correctly

Writing

  • Sentence writing
  • Paragraph writing
  • Essay writing
  • Letters and notices
  • Guided writing
  • Organising ideas
  • Editing and correcting mistakes

Speaking and Pronunciation

  • Speaking in complete sentences
  • Everyday communication
  • Pronunciation improvement
  • Confidence-building activities
  • Listening and responding
  • Reducing fear of speaking English

Examination Preparation

  • Understanding question types
  • Answer structure
  • Time management
  • Past-paper practice
  • Revision of weak areas
  • Avoiding common mistakes

Core skills include Reading, Writing, Speaking, Grammar, Vocabulary, Pronunciation, Dictation, Comprehension and exam-answer writing where relevant.

About English with Erandathie

Structured English Support for Children and Teenagers

English with Erandathie provides structured English support for Grades 1-11 students, helping children and teenagers build confidence as well as school and examination skills.

Lessons help students strengthen grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, comprehension, pronunciation and speaking confidence. Students can receive support with school lessons, term tests and examination preparation.

Classes are available physically in Kandy and online for students in Sri Lanka.

Teaching approach

How the Lessons Help

Clear Explanations

Difficult grammar and language concepts are explained in a simple and understandable way. Sinhala explanations may be used where helpful to clarify difficult concepts.

Guided Practice

Students practise each skill with support before completing work independently.

Correction and Feedback

Writing and grammar mistakes are identified and corrected so that students understand how to improve.

School and Exam Support

Lessons support schoolwork, term tests and O/L preparation according to the student's level.

Confidence Building

Students are encouraged to use English without fear of making mistakes.

Class formats

Choose the Right Class Format

The right format depends on the student's level, confidence, timetable and whether focused individual support or small-group practice is more suitable.

Small-Group Classes

Structured lessons in a focused group with guided exercises and opportunities to practise.

Individual Classes

Personalised support for students who require focused attention or targeted help.

Online Classes

Live online English classes for students in Sri Lanka.

Physical Classes in Kandy

Face-to-face English classes conducted in Kandy.

Parents

Clear Support for Students and Parents

Parents can enquire about the student's level, suitable programme, class availability and areas requiring improvement.

Where available, parents can ask about homework progress, areas of strength, areas requiring improvement, attendance feedback and test or assessment feedback.

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Class availability by enquiry

Individual and small-group places may be available for suitable students.

No. 1, Mulgampola Road, Kandy
near Kingswood Swimming Pool Road

Online classes are available for students in Sri Lanka.

Teacher

Patient Guidance from Erandathie

Erandathie is an experienced English educator with a Diploma in English and more than 20 years of teaching experience.

Her lessons are calm, structured and designed for students who need stronger grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, comprehension, pronunciation and speaking confidence.

Classes support Grades 1-11 students, with early English foundations for Grades 1-5, academic English for Grades 6-8 and focused O/L preparation for Grades 9-11. Sinhala explanations may be used where helpful.

What parents can share before joining

The student's grade, school syllabus, main English difficulty and preferred class format help Erandathie recommend the most suitable starting point.

  • Grammar, reading, writing or speaking concerns
  • Current grade and school background
  • Whether the student needs individual or small-group support

Fees and availability

Clear Guidance Before You Commit

Class fees vary depending on the student's level, class format, lesson duration and frequency.

Current fee information is provided after reviewing the student's grade and learning needs.

What affects the fee?

Level, lesson duration, frequency, class format and whether the student needs individual attention or small-group practice.

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Questions Parents Often Ask

English With Erandathie teaches English classes for Grades 1-11, with foundations for Grades 1-5, academic English support for Grades 6-8 and focused GCE O/L support for Grades 9-11.

Ask About English Classes for Your Child

Share the student's grade and main difficulty to ask about Grades 1-11 English classes, O/L preparation, individual support or small-group classes.

Referrals

Refer a Student

Current parents and students may refer a friend or family member who needs English support. Contact Erandathie to learn about the current referral benefit.

Referral details are confirmed directly with Erandathie so the website does not publish unverified discounts or rewards.

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