Teddy Eddie

Each of our methods is licensed separately and they cannot be purchased at the same time. When working with a new partner, we always start with the Teddy Eddie method and then, towards the end of the first year of collaboration, we can discuss adding more licences.
This step-by-step system of gradually introducing our methods to your school’s offering was put in place for a reason. It gives us a chance to get to know each other better, while also providing an opportunity to introduce you to our values and demonstrate our approach to working with partners. The experience gained by implementing the Teddy Eddie method at your school will be helpful when introducing our methods for older children. The same is true for your teachers – they will feel more confident once they have had the experience of teaching Teddy Eddie classes.

Working with us is based on clear, transparent rules. When you sign an agreement, you pay a one-off licence fee that gives you exclusivity within a clearly defined territory. Paid training for teachers and managers is only compulsory in the first year after signing the agreement. You can include the cost of Education Packs in the course price or purchase them separately – we will help you make the most economically viable decision.

Yes, you must own or rent the premises where you will be running your courses. There are no specific requirements for the venue – size, colour scheme, equipment, etc. – but we are always happy to advise on how to set up your space to maximise its potential and attract customer interest.

In the case of the Teddy Eddie method, the answer is yes! Over many years of working with schools, we have successfully prepared and continue to prepare our partners to start their courses in the second semester. A specially designed training cycle allows for an effective start both at the beginning and in the middle of the school year. What is more, our course materials are structured in such a way that children can cover all the course content even if they start learning in the middle of the year.

Each licensee receives access to a range of cloud-based marketing materials, including ready-made graphic designs for promotional and advertising materials, as well as ready-to-use scenarios for promotional activities in preschools and at festivals. Our partners have access to templates for customer service documents, including a sample course agreement, teacher’s contract and GDPR consent form. We are also committed to supporting schools with social media and online promotion. Our licensees can join a closed group for language school owners, where they can help and support each other in growing their businesses, marketing and promotion. Our Method Manager training is designed to introduce our new partners to the world of Edu Bears methods, providing them with all the necessary know-how and in-depth knowledge of methodology, course delivery and sales.

With the purchase of a Teddy Eddie licence, you will gain a recognised partner that you can rely on to help you grow your business! For new partners, we have developed a Method Manager training course to efficiently introduce language school owners and managers to the rules of partnership and to provide important tips for launching Teddy Eddie courses.
We also offer comprehensive methodology support, including teacher workshops to train your staff, as well as the opportunity to discuss your first classes together and to consult with our team of experienced methodology experts.

Method Manager training provides an in-depth understanding of the rules of partnership with Edu Bears, along with guidance on selecting and effectively using marketing materials for promoting courses and making your school stand out in the market. It also covers the core methodological and organisational principles of the Teddy Eddie method, along with strategies for addressing any potential customer objections and concerns.
Teddy Eddie Method Manager training is delivered online, as are our subject-specific and business webinars for teaching and management staff.

Teacher training consists of three stages:

• Theory (including reading the Course Manual)
• Practice – an 8-hour hands-on workshop on teaching with the Teddy Eddie method
• Subject-specific online webinar

This gives teachers the opportunity to learn the basics of the Teddy Eddie method, get to know the course levels and become familiar with the Playground, our educational app for children. During the workshop they will learn how to plan and deliver the key elements of a class, incorporating the three phases of teaching. We also discuss our standards for teacher-parent communication.
Method induction workshops for teachers are held live in selected towns and cities in different regions of the country. In exceptional cases, outside the training season, it is possible to hold them online by prior arrangement.

As an Edu Bears business partner, you will benefit from a wealth of information and advice on how to run a language school. We offer tools that will allow you to establish a solid children’s course sector and gain long-term customers. You will be able to start promoting your courses with a ready-made plan and materials which will give you a competitive edge. You will also get access to a closed Facebook group where we organise free webinars and share our expertise on how to make your language school thrive.
With the support of a reliable and experienced partner like Edu Bears, your school will be a success!

Teddy Eddie classes are held twice a week and the length of the class depends on the level of the course:

• Teddy Eddie START: 25 minutes
• Teddy Eddie STANDARD: 35 minutes

Teddy Eddie ABC and SUPERHERO 45 minutes
For the Teddy Eddie START level, it is possible to hold 40-minute classes once a week. This does not apply to the other levels.

Of course you can! Please contact our Sales Team for full information on sample materials, including classes. You are also more than welcome to view our YouTube content. Once you have become a partner, you can use these materials to promote courses at your school.