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Jolly English

Build Confidence in English from the Very First Lesson

Jolly English is a fun, structured English language programme designed for young learners aged 3+ who are beginning to learn English.

Designed specifically for Early Years learners with little or no English, the programme provides a gentle introduction to the language and builds the confidence children need before progressing to more formal phonics learning with Jolly Phonics.

What is Jolly English?

Jolly English gives young language learners the opportunity to hear, understand and confidently use English before they are expected to read and write it.

The programme combines structured progression with playful, multi-sensory learning, making it particularly well suited to nurseries, Early Years classrooms and schools teaching English as an additional or second language.

  • Full-colour Pupil Book
  • Practice Book
  • Teacher's Book
  • Songs and audio
  • Topic-based learning
  • Progressive phonics preparation
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Why Choose Jolly English?

Multi-Sensory and Engaging

Children learn through songs, stories, actions, games, flashcards and hands-on activities, helping new vocabulary and language patterns become memorable.

Designed for Young English Learners

Lessons are carefully paced for children aged 3+, including those beginning with very little or no spoken English.

Builds Speaking and Listening Confidence

Children develop useful everyday vocabulary, practise understanding spoken English and gain confidence using new words and phrases in context.

Prepares Children for Phonics

The 42 sounds of English are gradually introduced orally, helping children become familiar with them before progressing to blending, segmenting and formal phonics instruction.

Clear Progression

Each level follows a structured sequence of topic-based lessons, allowing children to revisit and build on previously learned language as their confidence grows.

Easy for Teachers to Deliver

Detailed lesson plans, teaching scripts, warm-ups and extension activities provide educators with the support they need to deliver consistent lessons with minimal additional planning.

What’s Included In Each Level?

Level 1

Level 1 introduces children to essential everyday English through familiar topics, songs, stories and practical classroom activities.

It is designed for young learners with little or no prior English, helping them build confidence in listening, understanding and speaking before moving on to more advanced language.

Level 1 includes:

  • A full-colour Pupil Book with engaging activities and stickers
  • A Practice Book for reinforcing learning
  • A Teacher’s Book with detailed lesson plans and teaching guidance
  • Songs and audio to support pronunciation and listening
  • 44 structured lessons across a Welcome Unit and eight topic-based units
  • Vocabulary and spoken language linked to familiar Early Years themes
  • Oral introduction to key English sounds in preparation for phonics

Best for: children beginning their English language learning journey.

Level 2

Level 2 builds on the language introduced in Level 1, helping children expand their vocabulary, improve sentence-building and become more confident using English in conversation.

Children revisit familiar language while being introduced to new topics, expressions and sentence structures, creating a clear progression towards more independent communication and formal phonics learning.

Level 2 includes:

  • A full-colour Pupil Book with progressively more challenging activities
  • A Practice Book for consolidation and additional practice
  • A Teacher’s Book with structured lesson plans and extension activities
  • Songs and audio to strengthen listening and pronunciation
  • 44 structured lessons across a Welcome Unit and eight topic-based units
  • Broader vocabulary and more developed spoken language
  • Continued exposure to the 42 sounds of English
  • Preparation for progression into Jolly Phonics

Best for: learners who already have some basic spoken English and are ready to develop greater confidence and fluency.

Discover Our Jolly English Course

Build your confidence in teaching young learners English with the Jolly English online training course. Designed to support educators using the programme, the course explores the principles behind Jolly English and provides practical guidance for delivering engaging, effective lessons.

The course helps you understand how to introduce vocabulary, develop speaking and listening skills, and prepare children for their progression to Jolly Phonics.

 

The course covers:

  • How to teach Jolly English effectively
  • Practical classroom techniques and activities
  • Building vocabulary, listening and speaking skills
  • Using songs, stories and actions to engage young learners
  • Understanding the programme structure and progression
  • Preparing children for their next steps with Jolly Phonics
Discover our Jolly English course
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jolly English

Jolly English is designed for children aged 3+ who are beginning to learn English as a second or additional language. Lessons use songs, stories, actions and engaging activities to introduce English in an age-appropriate and memorable way.

Jolly English helps young English language learners develop the vocabulary, listening and speaking skills they need before beginning formal phonics instruction. Children are gradually introduced to the sounds of English, preparing them to progress naturally to Jolly Phonics, where they learn blending, segmenting, reading and writing.