LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime
Education In-app purchases
English songs, stories and games
- Rating
- 4.5
- 807 ratings
- Downloads
- 1M+
- on Google Play
- Price
- Free
- In-app purchases
- Updated
- Mar 22
- 2026 · v1.5.4.24
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About LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime
Learn English through fun, animated song and story videos. Safe, ad-free games and activities help your child develop in these key areas in English: reading, listening, speaking and grammar.
Recommended ages: 6–11
OVER 100 QUALITY VIDEOS
Our animated songs and stories are created by the British Council’s language learning experts and grouped into themes like fairy tales, classic children’s songs and grammar chants. Each video comes with subtitles that can be turned on or off to help children read and listen. Download all the videos to watch them whenever you want, even offline!
Videos include: Little Red Riding Hood, Goldilocks, Jack and the Beanstalk, Old MacDonald, The Wheels on the Bus, Incy Wincy Spider and the Tales of Shakespeare.
A LISTEN-AND-RECORD ACTIVITY ENCOURAGES SPEAKING
Each animated video comes with an engaging listen-and-record activity that encourages your child to say and repeat the words from the video, building confidence in speaking over time. Children can listen to the narrator, record themselves and compare their pronunciation with the narrator’s.
GAMES TO IMPROVE SPELLING, UNDERSTANDING AND GRAMMAR
Each pack of animated videos comes with challenging word, grammar and spelling games to help children learn and understand the language they see in the videos.
FOLLOW YOUR CHILD’S PROGRESS
In each pack you can see how your child is progressing in five areas: Videos, Speaking, Spelling, Understanding and Grammar.
AVAILABLE IN MULTIPLE LANGUAGES
The app is available in English, French, Simplified Chinese and Spanish. Go to the Parents’ area to change the language.
SAFETY AND DATA PRIVACY
Your child’s privacy is very important to us. The app provides a completely safe and ad-free learning environment. We do track how the app is used, such as which games/videos are most popular, but we only use this information to make the app better for your child. We do not collect any information about your child or your family.
LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime SUBSCRIPTION:
Subscribe to unlock UNLIMITED access to all songs, stories and games.
One-month and six-month subscription periods available.
Price of subscription will vary depending on plan selected and region.
Payment is charged to iTunes account at confirmation of purchase.
Your iTunes account will be charged at the same price for renewal within the 24-hour period prior to the end of the current payment period unless auto-renewal is turned off in your iTunes account settings.
Manage your subscriptions or turn off subscriptions anytime by going into the iTunes account settings after purchase.
Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable.
PRIVACY POLICY
http://learnenglishkids.britishcouncil.org/en/apps/learnenglish-kids-playtime/privacy
TERMS OF USE
http://learnenglishkids.britishcouncil.org/en/apps/learnenglish-kids-playtime/terms
Contact [email protected] for feedback and help.
ABOUT THE BRITISH COUNCIL
The British Council creates top English learning apps for learners of all ages, from pre-school and primary school children to adults. Our apps for children help them use English with confidence!
Visit our website to see all our apps: http://learnenglishkids.britishcouncil.org/en/parents/apps.
Recommended ages: 6–11
OVER 100 QUALITY VIDEOS
Our animated songs and stories are created by the British Council’s language learning experts and grouped into themes like fairy tales, classic children’s songs and grammar chants. Each video comes with subtitles that can be turned on or off to help children read and listen. Download all the videos to watch them whenever you want, even offline!
Videos include: Little Red Riding Hood, Goldilocks, Jack and the Beanstalk, Old MacDonald, The Wheels on the Bus, Incy Wincy Spider and the Tales of Shakespeare.
A LISTEN-AND-RECORD ACTIVITY ENCOURAGES SPEAKING
Each animated video comes with an engaging listen-and-record activity that encourages your child to say and repeat the words from the video, building confidence in speaking over time. Children can listen to the narrator, record themselves and compare their pronunciation with the narrator’s.
GAMES TO IMPROVE SPELLING, UNDERSTANDING AND GRAMMAR
Each pack of animated videos comes with challenging word, grammar and spelling games to help children learn and understand the language they see in the videos.
FOLLOW YOUR CHILD’S PROGRESS
In each pack you can see how your child is progressing in five areas: Videos, Speaking, Spelling, Understanding and Grammar.
AVAILABLE IN MULTIPLE LANGUAGES
The app is available in English, French, Simplified Chinese and Spanish. Go to the Parents’ area to change the language.
SAFETY AND DATA PRIVACY
Your child’s privacy is very important to us. The app provides a completely safe and ad-free learning environment. We do track how the app is used, such as which games/videos are most popular, but we only use this information to make the app better for your child. We do not collect any information about your child or your family.
LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime SUBSCRIPTION:
Subscribe to unlock UNLIMITED access to all songs, stories and games.
One-month and six-month subscription periods available.
Price of subscription will vary depending on plan selected and region.
Payment is charged to iTunes account at confirmation of purchase.
Your iTunes account will be charged at the same price for renewal within the 24-hour period prior to the end of the current payment period unless auto-renewal is turned off in your iTunes account settings.
Manage your subscriptions or turn off subscriptions anytime by going into the iTunes account settings after purchase.
Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable.
PRIVACY POLICY
http://learnenglishkids.britishcouncil.org/en/apps/learnenglish-kids-playtime/privacy
TERMS OF USE
http://learnenglishkids.britishcouncil.org/en/apps/learnenglish-kids-playtime/terms
Contact [email protected] for feedback and help.
ABOUT THE BRITISH COUNCIL
The British Council creates top English learning apps for learners of all ages, from pre-school and primary school children to adults. Our apps for children help them use English with confidence!
Visit our website to see all our apps: http://learnenglishkids.britishcouncil.org/en/parents/apps.
What’s new
Version 1.5.4.24 · Updated March 22, 2026
v1.5.4.24: - General bug fixes and a return to our regular theme. Let's get ready for summer! If you have any comments or feedback, please let us know at [email protected], we love hearing from you!
User reviews
Recommended by the English teacher. Children are able to learn English at home during the lock down and enjoy it. Thank you British Council.
Thank you. Good to teach children. ☺️
Good app, fun story and games, kids are learning and improving.
Good application
This is wonderful! This keeps my daughter productive and busy while I am working from home. She likes stories and games a lot. 😊
Good for teaching at home
Frequently asked questions
What is LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime?
LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime is a platform that offers fun, animated song and story videos to help children learn English. It also includes games and activities to develop reading, listening, speaking, and grammar skills in English.
What age group is LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime recommended for?
LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime is recommended for children aged 6 to 11.
What kind of videos are available on LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime?
There are over 100 quality animated videos available on LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime. They include fairy tales, classic children's songs, grammar chants, and the tales of Shakespeare. Each video comes with subtitles that can be turned on or off.
What activities are included in LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime to encourage speaking?
Each animated video comes with a listen-and-record activity that encourages children to say and repeat the words from the video. This activity helps build confidence in speaking over time.
Are there any games available on LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime?
Yes, each pack of animated videos comes with challenging word, grammar, and spelling games. These games are designed to help children learn and understand the language they see in the videos.
Can I track my child's progress on LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime?
Yes, in each pack, you can see how your child is progressing in five areas: Videos, Speaking, Spelling, Understanding, and Grammar.
In which languages is LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime available?
LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime is available in English, French, Simplified Chinese, and Spanish. You can change the language in the Parents' area.
Is LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime safe for children?
Yes, LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime provides a completely safe and ad-free learning environment. The app prioritizes your child's privacy and does not collect any personal information about your child or your family.
What is included in the LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime subscription?
The LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime subscription unlocks unlimited access to all songs, stories, and games. There are one-month and six-month subscription periods available, with varying prices depending on the plan and region.
How can I manage or cancel my LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime subscription?
You can manage your subscriptions or turn off subscriptions at any time by going into the iTunes account settings after purchase.
Where can I find the privacy policy and terms of use for LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime?
You can find the privacy policy at http://learnenglishkids.britishcouncil.org/en/apps/learnenglish-kids-playtime/privacy and the terms of use at http://learnenglishkids.britishcouncil.org/en/apps/learnenglish-kids-playtime/terms.
How can I provide feedback or get help with LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime?
You can contact [email protected] for feedback and help with LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime.
Who creates the LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime app?
The LearnEnglish Kids: Playtime app is created by the British Council, which develops top English learning apps for learners of all ages. They have specific apps designed for preschool and primary school children, as well as adults.
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