What you get
Who it is for
- Designed for ages 16+ with little to no knowledge of spoken Urdu
The course
- Structured and engaging curriculum
- All Urdu tutors are based in the US, UK or Canada
- Practice resources + weekly words provided every month
- Levels of classes for you to progress through that gradually build Urdu vocabulary, basic phrases, comprehension and grammar
Language of instruction
- English + Urdu, gradually moving to more Urdu over time. These classes are designed for adults who are native English speakers with little to no current ability to speak or understand Urdu
- The text used in our materials will always be Roman Urdu (Urdu written using English letters)
Class structure
- Virtual classes, 4 classes per month (1x per week)
- 60 minutes each
- Small group classes (3-5 students)
How does it work?
All students will start with Foundation levels and progress through the program. If you would like to start from a higher level, please email class.support@kidsbolo.com
Each level will be completed in 4 months (16 lessons).
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1
Foundation
Identify and understand some common words and phrases
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2
Beginner
Understand and use simple Urdu words and phrases
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3
Intermediate
Form and use basic conversational sentences in Urdu
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4
Comprehension
Have basic conversations in mixed Urdu/English sentences
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5
Storyteller
Have basic conversations in full, short Urdu sentences
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6
Communicator
Continue to expand on everyday language using detailed descriptions and basic reasoning
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7
Communicator Plus
Levels will continue for as long as the student likes. Lessons will continue to build on communication
The details
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Billing and cancellingRenews monthly. Cancel with 2 weeks' notice before your next payment date
This is a subscription model. Your card is charged automatically each month, and there is no long-term commitment.
You can cancel anytime with at least 2 weeks' notice before your next payment date. This stops all future payments. The current billing period is not refunded.
We understand life can be unpredictable and are happy to support changes in your schedule, as we can.
Please note: the 2 week notice requirement is strict. Organizing our classes takes a lot of planning with tutors, families, availabilities, etc., and we need time to adjust things to ensure the classes can go ahead as planned for everyone else.
TutorsNative Urdu speakers in the US, UK or Canada
All our tutors are native Urdu speakers that live in the US, UK or Canada
Location / technologyAll classes take place virtually
All classes will take place virtually. Links will be provided closer to the starting date.
Resources providedWorksheets and weekly words provided for each level
Practice resources will be available in the online class portal
Frequently asked questions
Who are these classes for?
Who are these classes for?
Adults and older teens, ages 16 and up, who grew up speaking English and have little to no ability to speak or understand Urdu yet. Classes focus on understanding and speaking everyday Urdu through real conversation.
Do I need to read the Urdu script?
Do I need to read the Urdu script?
No. Our materials always use Roman Urdu (Urdu written using English letters), so you do not need to read the script to get started. If you would like to learn the script too, our Urdu Script Classes are for ages 13 and up.
What if I already know some Urdu?
What if I already know some Urdu?
All students start with the Foundation level. If you would like to start from a higher level, please email class.support@kidsbolo.com.
How are the classes set up?
How are the classes set up?
Classes are live, online and in small groups of 3 to 5 students. Each class is 60 minutes, once a week. Each level is 16 lessons, and you move from Foundation through Communicator and beyond for as long as you like.
How do billing and cancelling work?
How do billing and cancelling work?
Classes are a subscription that renews automatically each month, with no long-term commitment. You can cancel anytime with at least 2 weeks' notice before your next payment date. This stops all future payments, and the current billing period is not refunded.