Phonics classes in Singapore for preschoolers and kids
Berlitz Singapore runs English phonics classes for children from age 3, in small groups or one-to-one. Your child learns letter sounds, blending and segmenting, then moves into reading and writing real words and sentences. Lessons are led by trained, native English-speaking teachers using the Berlitz Method, so children speak, listen and read in English from the first lesson.
Who our phonics classes are for
Phonics works best when it is matched to the child’s age and stage. We group children by reading level, not just age, so a fast 4-year-old and a 5-year-old starting fresh both get the right pace.
Toddlers and preschoolers
A gentle, play-based start: letter recognition, single letter sounds, listening games, songs and actions. Short activities and lots of movement, with a clear teaching sequence behind it.
Kindergarten children
Blending sounds into words, segmenting words into sounds, letter formation and the first “tricky words”. Children start reading simple sentences on their own and are ready for Primary 1 English.
Reading classes for lower primary
For children who know their letters but read slowly, guess at words or avoid reading aloud. We fill the gaps in sound knowledge, then build fluency, comprehension and spelling.
Older beginners in English
Children and teens new to English, including those who have just moved to Singapore, can start here before joining our general kids’ English courses.
What your child learns in our English phonics class
Every lesson follows a sequence, so parents can see what was covered and what comes next.
- Letter sounds. All single consonant and vowel sounds, taught in a proven sequence.
- Blending. Pushing sounds together to read words (c-a-t → cat).
- Segmenting. Breaking words into sounds so children can spell what they hear.
- Digraphs and tricky words. sh, ch, th, ee, oo and the high-frequency words that must be learnt by sight.
- Letter formation and writing. Handwriting is taught alongside reading, so writing skills develop at the same time.
- Reading and comprehension. From decoding single words to reading short texts with understanding.
- Pronunciation. Clear, natural English sounds from native-speaking teachers, corrected early before habits set in.
Not sure which class fits your child? Ask us.
Tell us a little about your child and a Program Advisor will call you back within one working day for a short placement chat, then recommend a level, a package and available slots. No commitment.
Why parents choose Berlitz for phonics tuition in Singapore
Lessons are conducted in English only, with children speaking and doing rather than copying from a board. It builds confidence and keeps young learners interested.
Every teacher is trained in the Berlitz Method and experienced with young children.
Classes are kept small so each child gets real one-on-one time with the teacher in every lesson. Private lessons are also available.
Stories, songs, actions, role play and hands-on materials, so the class suits different learning styles, including children who struggle to sit still.
Every lesson follows a sequence. Parents can see what was covered and what comes next.
Berlitz has taught languages since 1878 and has been in Singapore for [YEARS IN SINGAPORE] years.
Class format and schedule
The phonics programme is for English. Kids’ courses in Mandarin, French, Spanish and other languages are on our kids and teens courses page.
Ready to enrol? Choose a package.
Fees are for a full programme, not per term, so there are no top-ups for registration or books. Both packages include the S$200 registration fee and S$140 of hard-copy course materials. Returning Berlitz students should speak with a Program Advisor about the re-enrolment discount. Instalment payment is available for private students enrolling in 80 lessons or more.
20 Lessons
- Registration fee included
- Hard-copy materials included
- Small group, ages 3+
40 Lessons
- Everything in 20 Lessons
- Lower price per lesson
- Continuity with the same teacher
How enrolment works
- Pick a package above. Your choice is carried into the order summary.
- Tap Buy now. You go straight to Berlitz’s secure Shopify checkout with the package preloaded — no cart step.
- We call to schedule. A Program Advisor confirms your child’s level and books the first lesson slot.
Payment
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Phonics classes in Singapore: common questions from parents
What age should my child start phonics?
Most children are ready between 3 and 4, once they can sit for short activities and are showing interest in letters. Starting before Primary 1 gives the most benefit, but children of 6 or 7 who read slowly or guess at words still gain a lot from a structured phonics course.
What is the difference between a phonics class and a reading class?
Phonics teaches the sounds and how to decode words. Reading classes build on that with fluency, vocabulary and comprehension. Our programme covers both in one sequence: children start with phonics and move into reading as soon as they can decode.
Is this a phonics playgroup or a proper class?
It is a taught class with a fixed curriculum, delivered in a playful way for younger children. Songs, actions and games are there to hold attention, but every lesson has a learning goal.
How many lessons does my child need?
Most beginners complete the core phonics sequence in 40 lessons. Children who already know some letter sounds, or who join for reading support, often start with the 20-lesson package. Your Program Advisor will recommend a package after a short placement chat.
Who teaches the phonics classes?
Trained native English-speaking teachers who specialise in young learners and teach using the Berlitz Method.
My child already goes to preschool. Is phonics tuition still useful?
Yes. Preschools cover phonics at group pace, often in a class of 20 or more. A small-group class lets the teacher hear and correct every child’s sounds and blending, which is where most reading problems start.
Have a different question? Request a call back or call +65 6733 7472.
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