Free video lessons for children aged 3–7

Free Video Lessons for English in the Foundation Phase

Learn English with our free online video lessons created by fantastic teachers in Swansea, designed for learners of all ages.

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We're Going on a Bear Hunt

Plan a teddy bear picnic and go on a bear hunt, with this wonderful and charming video lesson for early years and foundation phase children in Swansea.

Phonics Scavenger Hunt

Do you know the alphabet song? Practice the sounds that some letters make, and then enjoy a fun scavenger hunt. What did Mrs. Webb find in her fruit bowl?

Fun Phonics

Diagraphs are a combination of two letters which make one sound. For example ‘ch’. Learning phonics is a great way for many young children to start learning to read.

Using 'a' or 'an' in a Sentence

When should you use ‘a’ or ‘an’ in a sentence? Should it be ‘an egg’ or ‘a egg’? Find out by watching this lesson from one of Swansea’s fabulous teachers.

Reading and Responding

Join our teacher as they read Gigantosaurus and ask you to answer some questions. Grab yourself a pen and paper, then sit back and enjoy the story.

Taking Care of Alfie

Can you be a superhero and help Miss Wilcox? Say hello to Alfie, her favourite dog. Help  our teacher look after Alfie properly by writing your own instructions.

The Clever Caterpillar

Read the The Clever Caterpillar and create your own wish jars for you and your family, with this helpful video that helps you appreciate stories and thoughtfulness. 

Diggersaurs - Rhyming Words

Diggersaurs by Michael  Whaite is a great way to introduce rhyming words. Readalong with our fabulous teacher and come up with your own rhyming words.

The Gruffalo

Can you design and write about your own Gruffalo? What is a Gruffalo? Is it a fox? A mouse? An underground house? Try writing ten sentences about your imaginary creature.

The Mad Hatter - Story Writing

Take a look at the picture of the Mad Hatter; can you write your own story about him? What is he thinking? Where is he going? Is he early or late or on time?

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