A Weekly ESL News Discussion Program for Pre-Teens and Early Teens
English Learners, aged 10–14 (A2–B2)
Every week, young English learners from across the globe get to discuss world news, share cultural perspectives, and build real speaking confidence.
Limited to 6 students per group
Today’s World Requires More than Just Textbook English.
International FreeTalk Online helps students develop:
• Real-world communication skills
• Global awareness
• Cultural intelligence
• Confidence speaking with non-native accents
• Respectful debate skills
Students interact with peers from different countries in a moderated, small-group setting led by an experienced English educator.
This program prepares young learners for:
• International schools
• Global collaboration
• Future academic discussion
• Real-world English communication
A MESSAGE FOR PARENTS
Developing Future Global Communicators
As parents, we know you want your children to feel confident — not only in their English, but also in themselves.
International FreeTalk Online was created to give young English learners a space where their voices truly matter. In a world that can feel fast, competitive, and overwhelming, this program offers something different: a calm, respectful forum where students from different countries meet, listen, speak, and grow together.
Here, mistakes are not embarrassing — they are part of learning. Accents are not judged — they are celebrated. Every student is encouraged to share ideas about their country, their culture, and their perspective on the world.
Through guided discussions about real global news, students begin to see that English is not just a school subject. It becomes a bridge — a way to connect, to understand others, and to express their own thoughts with courage.
Our goal is not perfection.
Our goal is confidence, curiosity, and kindness.
We want every student to leave each session feeling a little braver, a little clearer in their thinking, and a little more connected to the wider world.
Because when young people learn to speak with confidence and listen with respect, they are not just learning English — they are preparing for their future.
Your child will develop:
• Speaking confidence
• Cultural intelligence
• Respectful debate skills
• Global awareness
• Independent thinking
All within a structured, moderated small-group environment led by an experienced educator.
Sessions are recorded for safety and quality assurance.
OUR CORE PRINCIPLES
✔ English learners only
✔ Respect for all cultures
✔ Structured speaking turns
✔ Balanced participation
✔ Safe and moderated environment
✔ Mistakes are part of growth
MARCH/APRIL '26 COHORT ANNOUNCEMENT
Accepting Applications Now
We are launching our March/April Cohorts with:
• Maximum 6 students
• Carefully balanced levels
• 8-week pilot cycle
Spots are limited to maintain high-quality discussion.
25% DISCOUNT FOR THE WHOLE 8-WEEK CYCLE
APPLY NOW TO JOIN THE MARCH/APRIL INTERNATIONAL FREETALK GROUP
CLASS HIGHLIGHTS
- Personal attention with flexible scheduling
- Faster progress
- Tailored to students’ needs
- 1 lesson a week
- 1 hour classes
- All materials provided beforehand
- Current news topics and events
- 100% conversational style
- All classes on Voov (TenCent) – free download like Zoom
- Group classes: minimum 3, maximum 6
- HOMEWORK OPTIONAL!
WHAT PARENTS SAY
✔“In new school, she enjoyed chatting and debating with her classmates in English. Thank you for bringing her a wide range of knowledge. She has a strong interest in English and news now. Thank you so much!”
✔”There is a reason why children like your English class, because you always encourage them, and make them feel good.”
✔ “Thanks teacher Lourens，J***en very likes you and your class.”
✔ “She doesn’t need any reminder of preparation for the class, she always does the preview a day before. A** really likes learning with you.”
Meet Your Teacher
Hi, I’m Lourens.
I’ve spent almost 30 years teaching English to young learners and teens, focusing on creativity, confidence, and real communication. My goal is simple: help students enjoy learning English, and to feel confident and proud when they use it.
- 1 lesson a week
- 1 hour classes
- all materials provided
- current news topics and events
- 100% conversational style
- all classes on Voov
- Group classes: minimum 3, maximum 6
- HOMEWORK, OPTIONAL!
