Tips for parents
The tips-for-parents collection is the practical corner of the Fleydo blog: short, usable advice on supporting a child's English at home, from a 20-minute daily routine by age to speaking activities that get shy children talking and simple ways to build a reading habit in English.
You will also find guides for the bigger decisions: how many lessons a week a child needs, online or in-person classes, which questions to ask before choosing an online English teacher, what CEFR level to expect at each age, and how to motivate a teenager who says they hate English.
The advice comes from Fleydo's own experience teaching children and teenagers from Grade 1 upwards in small online groups, with weekly homework and regular feedback for parents, and it is useful whether or not your child studies with us.
What English Level Should My Child Have at Each Age? CEFR Expectations from 5 to 17
There is no single correct English level for a given age, but there are realistic ranges. This guide maps CEFR levels to age bands from 5 to 17, explains why children of the same age differ, and shows you how to estimate your child's level and what to do if they are behind or ahead.
How to Choose an Online English Teacher for Your Child: 12 Questions to Ask First
Qualification first, then experience with your child's age group, then the lesson itself. These 12 questions, a 25-minute trial-lesson checklist and an age-by-age table show you what to ask any online English teacher before you commit.
How to Teach Your Child English at Home: A 20-Minute Daily Routine by Age
A 20-minute daily routine is the most reliable way to teach your child English at home. Here are age-specific versions for ages 4–6, 7–9 and 10–13, the phrases to use even if your English is basic, and a weekly tracker you can copy today.
Cambridge Young Learners Explained: Starters, Movers and Flyers for Parents
Starters, Movers and Flyers are the three Cambridge Young Learners exams for children aged roughly 6 to 12. This guide explains what each level tests, how the shield results work, how to tell when your child is ready, and how to prepare in twelve weeks without turning English into a chore.
Online English for Teenagers: How to Motivate a 13-Year-Old Who Hates English
A 13-year-old who hates English is usually reacting to how English is taught, not to the language. Here is why teens switch off, the five levers that bring them back, a four-week restart plan and the exact words to use at home.
Online vs In-Person English Classes for Kids: Which Is Better for Your Child?
The screen is not what decides whether a child learns English; class size, teacher continuity and speaking time are. Here is a fair comparison of online and in-person classes, the red flags in both, and a checklist to match the format to your child.
Online English Lessons for Young Children (Ages 4–7): When to Start and What Works
From about age 4, short play-based online English lessons can work when a parent sits nearby; group classes suit most children from 6. This guide explains what changes between 4 and 7, how to tell if your child is ready, what a good 25-minute lesson looks like and how to handle screen time honestly.
How Many English Lessons per Week Does a Child Need? A Guide by Age and Goal
Two live lessons a week plus ten minutes of daily English contact is the sweet spot for most children. This guide gives a table by age and goal, sample weekly schedules for a 9-year-old and a 14-year-old, and the signs that the rhythm is too much or too little.
15 English Speaking Activities for Kids That Get Even Shy Children Talking
Children usually understand far more English than they say, and pressure rarely closes the gap. These 15 speaking activities, grouped by age, give your child a low-stakes reason to talk, with the sentences to aim for and a way to make each one harder.
How to Tell If Your Child's English Is Improving: 10 Signs and a Home Progress Check
Progress in a child's English shows first in listening and willingness to speak, then in longer and more accurate sentences, and only last in test scores. This guide gives parents 10 observable signs, a 10-minute monthly home check with a scoring table, a progress log template and clear advice on plateaus and when to ask for an assessment.
How to Get Your Child Reading in English: Levels, Routines and the 5-Finger Rule
Getting a child to read in a second language is less about finding the perfect book and more about matching the level, reading together first and keeping it to ten minutes a day. Here is a practical plan: the five-finger rule, CEFR book types, a 4-week routine and what to do with a reluctant reader.
Looking for a Novakid Alternative? How to Choose an Online English School for Your Child
Many parents compare several online English schools before enrolling. This guide gives you a seven-point checklist to judge any provider — class size, teacher continuity, curriculum, exam support, parent visibility, flexibility and risk — and shows exactly how Fleydo English School answers each one.
Best Online English Classes for Kids: A Parent's Checklist by Age (6–17)
The "best" online English class depends on your child's age, level and goal. This checklist walks through what to look for at each stage from 6 to 17, how to choose between group and one-to-one lessons, and how Fleydo English School supports every age group.
10 Evidence-Based Ways to Support Your Child's English Learning at Home
You don't need to be fluent in English to make a massive difference in your child's language progress. These 10 research-backed strategies work for any parent, in any language background.
5 Warning Signs Your Child is Falling Behind in English
Declining grades are not the only indicator of struggle. Watch for these five warning signs — from avoiding homework to poor pronunciation habits — and learn what you can do about each one before small gaps become big problems.
7 Simple Ways to Support Your Child's English Learning at Home
You do not need to be fluent in English to help your child succeed. These seven simple, practical strategies will create an English-rich environment at home that reinforces what they learn in class.
Screen Time That Counts: Turning Your Child's Online Hours Into English Progress
Not all screen time is created equal. Research clearly distinguishes between passive consumption and active, interactive learning. Discover why live lessons with a real teacher transform screen time from a parental concern into a genuine educational investment.
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