Discover English - For Every Age, Every Stage Join our close-knit community at E S P Bern, an English language school in Bern, Switzerland, where over 40 years of experience have created a supportive and inspiring learning environment. We offer English playgroups, children's classes, teenage courses, adult English lessons and private tuition for learners of all ages and abilities.

Private Classes Our private English lessons in Bern are taught by experienced English teachers and tailored to meet the individual needs, goals and learning styles of each student. We offer one-to-one English tuition for children, teenagers and adults at all levels, from complete beginners to advanced learners. Whether you are looking to improve your spoken English, prepare for an examination, strengthen your writing skills or build confidence in everyday communication, our teachers provide personalised support and guidance. Private lessons for children usually last 45 or 60 minutes. For adults, lessons are typically offered in 60, 90 or 120-minute sessions, although alternative lesson lengths can be arranged to suit individual requirements. Our private English classes are open to learners of all ages and abilities. Information and Fees 26/27

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Classes We offer a Parents & Tots group and over 20 different classes for learners from 3 years old to adult. We welcome both native and good English speakers as well as those with little or no previous knowledge of English: Parents & Tots Playgroup Classes Reading and Writing Classes English as a Foreign Language (EFL) Classes Examination Classes Private Classes for Children and Adults As we offer so many different levels of classes we can ensure that each child is placed in both an age and ability-appropriate class. The E S P does not work with set curricula for most of the classes. This allows us to meet the needs of each individual learner whilst enabling them to reach a particular level of proficiency by the end of the school year. Statements describing these levels are given with the information about each type of class. Class Information 2026/2027 Timetable 2026/2027 Registration 2026/2027

Autumn Term Dates 2026/2027 20 August 3 & 17 September 15 & 29 October 12 & 26 November 10 December

About Us The English Speaking Playgroup and School (E S P ) is an English language school in Bern, Switzerland, located close to the city centre. Founded in 1985, the E S P is a not-for-profit association (Verein) run by a dedicated committee of parents and teachers. We provide high-quality English classes for children, teenagers and adults in a happy, stimulating and supportive learning environment. Our goal is to help learners develop confidence and fluency in English through engaging and age-appropriate lessons. The E S P offers English courses for native speakers, bilingual children and learners with little or no previous knowledge of English. Our programmes include an English playgroup for young children, English classes for school-aged learners and English lessons for adults. We welcome learners from 3 years old to adulthood and also run a weekly Parents & Tots group for children under 3 and their caregivers. In addition, we offer private English tuition in Bern for children, teenagers and adults who would benefit from individual support or tailored lessons. For over 40 years, the E S P has helped families in Bern learn and maintain English in a friendly, international community. "It’s great to have these classes and friendly environment for our son to improve his English reading and writing while having fun at the same time!" Bolger Family

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Parents & Tots Parents & Tots usually meets on alternate Thursday mornings during term time from 09:15 to 11:15. The group is informally led in English by an experienced Early Learners teacher and welcomes children up to 3 years old, regardless of their English language ability. The sessions provide a happy, relaxed and supportive environment for both parents and children. Activities may include crafts, singing and story time, alongside plenty of opportunities for free and imaginative play with our wide range of toys, games and dressing-up clothes. Children remain the responsibility of their parent or caregiver at all times during the session, and adults are encouraged to participate in group activities and play. Autumn Term Dates 20 August 3 & 17 September 15 & 29 October 12 & 26 November 10 December Registration, Fees and Conditions 26/27

Holidays School Year 2026/2027 First Day of School - 17t h August Autumn Break - 19th September - 11th October Christmas Break - 19th December - 10th January Winter Break - 6th February - 14th February Spring Break - 10th April - 25th April Ascension - 6 th and 7th May Pentecost - 17th May Last Day of School - 25th June ESP Calendar 2026/2027 Saturday Club Events No upcoming events

Exam Classes Our Cambridge English exam preparation classes in Bern help students prepare for the internationally recognised Cambridge English qualifications: A2 Key, B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency. These qualifications, developed by Cambridge English, are recognised by schools, universities and employers worldwide and provide students with valuable evidence of their English language ability. All children are eligible to take these examinations, regardless of the language spoken at home or by their parents. These supplementary courses focus on examination skills, exam techniques and targeted preparation for each qualification. They are offered exclusively to students attending ESP Reading & Writing classes at Level 6 or above. Our teaching staff carefully assess each student's readiness and will recommend exam preparation classes when they believe a child has reached the appropriate level to benefit from the course. Timetable, Fees and Levels 26/27

Reading & Writing Our Reading & Writing classes in Bern help children develop the four core English language skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking. Lessons are both challenging and enjoyable, with activities designed to strengthen oral communication, reading comprehension and written expression from beginner to advanced levels. These English classes are ideal for children who speak English at home, are growing up bilingually, or already have a strong level of English fluency. Through engaging and age-appropriate learning activities, students build confidence and accuracy in both spoken and written English. Each child is individually assessed to ensure placement in the class that best matches their age, ability and stage of language development. Book List Timetable, Fees and Levels 26/27