2026 Asia Talks with Oxford - Pre-primary English: How to do it well

Welcome to Asia Talks with Oxford! These live online events run throughout the year and are open to anyone interested in English Language Teaching and learning more about Oxford and our products.

In this session, we’ll explore “Pre-primary English: How to do it well”—a topic that matters for every educator working with young learners. Early English exposure can set the foundation for lifelong language learning, but how do we ensure it’s done effectively and in a way that supports holistic child development?

We’ve invited experts from professional development, teacher training, and institutional leadership to share their insights and practical strategies. This panel discussion will cover:

- Why pre-primary English matters and common misconceptions.
- How play-based and child-centered approaches help young learners thrive.
- Practical strategies for teachers, including activities and classroom tips.
- Insights from Oxford’s latest Position Paper: Pre-primary English – How to do it well. (Download: https://elt.oup.com/feature/global/expert/pre-primary-english)
- Examples from Toy Team, Oxford’s pre-primary course. (Get the free samples: https://elt.oup.com/feature/asia/toy-team/)

*The webinar will take place in the East Asia timezone (20:00 JP/KR; 19:00 TW/China; 18:00 VN/TH; 11:00 UK), but we welcome teachers from around the globe to sign up and join us live or watch the recording in your own time.