Skip to main content.

Teaching Esperanto

On this page we shall post up-to-date news and information about Esperanto teaching in Britain that is going on today within our educational system. As more content is added this page will expand over a series of related pages - updates will be advertised on the homepage. If you want to know about residential courses for adults click here. If you would like to know if there is a local club or group in your area that offers courses, lessons or conversation classes please contact our office.

^ Go to top of page

Primary level education

SPRINGBOARD TO LANGUAGES - a flying start!
Springboard to Languages logoSpringboard is a bold new initiative designed to raise language awareness for all pupils at Key Stage 2. Ideal as a preparation for learning other languages the programme helps ease transition to KS3, lends itself to cross-curricular activities and to KS2 Literacy and Numeracy work; it is particularly suitable for the non-specialist teacher of foreign languages in primary schools.

We are looking for schools willing to pilot the programme - all materials and support free.
For more information, or to order an information pack and sample materials, please go to: www.springboard2languages.org

^ Go to top of page

Secondary level education

Information coming soon...

^ Go to top of page

Library Pack for Schools

As part of our commitment to facilitate language learning in schools, we are offering a free library pack to all primary and secondary schools who request one. See here for examples of books on offer. If you are interested, and would like further information, please contact the office giving details of your school and your position.

^ Go to top of page

Further education

Buchanan Prize for Esperanto - University of Liverpool
Since the 1930's, the University of Liverpool has had a Lectureship in Esperanto, endowed by Dr. John Buchanan, an enthusiast for Esperanto who had worked in Liverpool at one point in his career. The current Buchanan Lecturer (2010) is Professor Wim Jansen of the University of Amsterdam, an international expert on interlinguistics and Esperanto. The University also awards a 'Buchanan Prize' for outstanding work in Esperanto. In the past, it was awarded on the basis of an essay competition but henceforth it will be used for postgraduate research into topics related to Esperanto.

^ Go to top of page

Information for teachers

The International Teachers' Association
If you are interested in the wider international sphere, you should consider joining Internacia Ligo de Esperantistaj Instruistoj. ILEI is the main international organisation for teachers and educationalists with sub-sections operating in more than 30, and with members in more than 45 different countries. It publishes a quarterly magazine Internacia Pedagogia Revuo entirely in Esperanto with news and views from the international educational scene. You should consider joining if:

^ Go to top of page

Teacher resources

Correspondence partners.
If you are searching for a friend with whom to correspond, then have a look here. Groups, classes and individuals all catered for.

Postcards now available!
In spite of the ease and speed of e-mails, people appreciate a hand-written card now and then. Send your friends and acquaintances a colourful postcard, new from EAB, depicting 'Esperanto in Britain'. The pictures show our office, Esperanto House at Barlaston; Wedgwood Memorial College, home to our residential courses; our Esperanto sculpture; the Butler library; and Esperantists enjoying a walk during the Summer School.

Cards can be ordered from our office and cost: 35p each, 10 cards for £3.00 or 20 cards for £5.00 (plus p&p).

"Write a fairy-tale" Competition
The Päätalo-institute in northern Finland, a cultural and literary centre named after the celebrated author, Kalle Päätalo (1919-2000) has been running a ''Write a Fairy Tale" competition for Finnish children since 1993 which is well known for being the most prestigious competition of its kind in Finland. Since the year 2000 the institute has been running the competition in Esperanto as well. There are three categories: for children aged 8 and below, 9-10 years and 11-13 years. The entries must be original stories in Esperanto, but can be written by individuals or school classes and groups. Click here for more information.

Subtekste
Subtekste by Paul Gubbins is available for hire to any UK Esperanto group. A collection of extracts from the international magazine Monato, each text is followed by thought provoking exercises and role plays, specially written by Paul Gubbins to enhance vocabulary and broaden language use. For £8.00 (£5.00 refundable deposit + £3.00 Postage) your group can use the book to study for three months. Download an application form here.