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Grammar taught through use rather than recitation. A child who can state the rule and still says it wrong has not learned it.
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Why memorising rules does not work
Plenty of children can recite when to use the present perfect and still say it wrong in conversation. Knowing a rule and using it under the pressure of real speech are different abilities, and only the second one matters.
So grammar is taught in context: the structure appears in something being read or discussed, the teacher draws attention to it, and the child then uses it repeatedly in their own sentences. The rule is named, briefly — but the practice is where it becomes automatic.
Mistakes we see most often
Articles
a, an and the are genuinely hard, especially for children whose first language has no articles. Fixed with volume of exposure, not with rules.
Past tense forms
goed for went. This is actually a good sign — the child has internalised the regular rule and is over-applying it. Irregular forms need repetition.
Subject-verb agreement
He go instead of He goes. Very common, and usually persists long after the child can explain the rule.
Word order in questions
Why you are late? Question inversion needs explicit practice; it rarely fixes itself through exposure alone.
Prepositions
in, on, at. Largely arbitrary, so these are learned as phrases rather than derived from principles.
Present perfect
Often the hardest for secondary learners, because many languages have no direct equivalent.
Grammar by age
Primary. Almost entirely implicit. Correct forms are modelled and practised; the terminology stays minimal. A seven-year-old does not need the words "auxiliary verb".
Secondary. More explicit. Older learners benefit from naming structures, especially when writing, and school exams expect the vocabulary.
Grammar for writing
Grammar errors matter most in writing, where they are permanent and visible. Secondary lessons work on sentence structure, linking ideas, and editing — reading your own work back and finding the errors yourself, which is the skill that outlasts any individual rule.
Free guide for parents
You do not need to book anything to start helping at home. Our guide on the grammar mistakes children make most often is free to read and written for parents rather than teachers: read the guide, or browse all our learning resources.
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| Plan | Classes per week | Price per class |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly plan | 1–3 | $8 |
| Monthly package | 4–7 | $7 |
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Questions parents ask
Do you teach grammar rules directly?
Only as much as helps. Structures are taught in context and practised in the child’s own sentences. Older learners get more explicit terminology because school and exams expect it.
My child knows the rules but still makes mistakes. Why?
Knowing a rule and applying it in real time are different skills. The second only comes from repeated use, which is what lessons focus on.
What are the most common grammar mistakes children make?
Articles, irregular past tense forms, subject-verb agreement, question word order and prepositions. Most are predictable and respond well to focused practice.
At what age should grammar lessons start?
Grammar is present from the first lesson, but it is taught implicitly for younger children. Explicit grammar work usually suits learners from around 10 upwards.
Can you help with school grammar homework?
Yes. Bring the homework or the school material and the teacher can work directly from it.
How much do grammar lessons cost?
$8 per 25-minute lesson for 1–3 a week, or $7 each for 4 or more. The first class is free.
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Last reviewed: 22 September 2026