The students of the class Junior A prepared their own little monsters for Halloween. Junior A corresponds to the 3rd grade and is the level where the child builds their first vocabulary and the basic structures of the language – see what each level means, from Pre-Junior to Proficiency.
The class belongs to the English programs for children and teenagers of The English School in Orestiada. Below you will find the assignments as submitted by the children.
Frequently asked questions about the level
What grade in school corresponds to Junior A?
Junior A corresponds to the 3rd grade of primary school. The correspondence of all levels with school grades is available in the English level guide.
What certificate does this level aim for?
In Junior A, the preparation is directed towards Cambridge Starters. It is not a mandatory step, but it gives the student an initial contact with the examination process.
Why are topics like Halloween given to the younger classes?
Holidays provide specific vocabulary and a clear image, two things that help an A1 child connect the word with its meaning without translation. Creative work keeps interest when vocabulary is still limited.
How many years are needed from this level to the certificate?
Each level of the tutoring center corresponds to one school year. From Junior A to Lower, there are six grades in between, and the level corresponds to A1 of the Common European Framework. The smooth progression from Pre-Junior to Proficiency C2 usually takes 8 to 10 years, aiming for Lower at the latest by the 2nd year of junior high school. The complete table with the eight levels, grades, and corresponding diplomas is available in the level guide.