Ashkelon · Ages 4 to adult

Your child deserves English they actually enjoy

We teach through play — which is exactly why it works. Students who used to dread English turn up happy, and see real progress within a few months.

Places are limited — the trial lesson is free, with no commitment.

  • 20+ years teaching
  • Internationally certified
  • Ages 4 to adult
  • Small groups

Sound familiar?

Most parents who come to us arrive with one of these.

"He just hates English"

Homework becomes a daily battle and your child is convinced they "can't do it". That is almost always a bad learning experience — not a lack of ability.

"The grades keep slipping"

Class moves too fast, a gap opens, and confidence goes with it. The longer you wait, the wider that gap gets.

"Bagrut is coming and there's no time"

Real pressure, a lot of material, and the feeling it can't be made up. It can — with a focused plan and a teacher who knows exactly what's required.

"I'm an adult, it's too late for me"

It isn't. We teach adults for job interviews, work and travel — in small, relaxed morning groups.

Our method

Game-Based Learning — because that's how the brain actually learns

Game-Based Learning isn't "a lesson with a game at the end". It's a complete, research-backed method in which the game IS the learning.

  • Role-play and real-life scenarios
  • Team challenges and friendly competition
  • Digital tools, video and music
  • Free conversation with no fear of mistakes
  • Pace and level tailored to each student

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Courses

There's a track for every age and every level

Every track includes a free trial lesson before you decide. Nothing to commit to up front.

English — monthly track
Ages 6–18 ChildrenTeens

English — monthly track

Our core track: a weekly lesson in a small group, matched by age and level. Built for school students who need to close gaps, lift grades and — above all — stop being afraid of English.

  • Small groups by level, not by school year
  • A fixed weekly lesson
  • Progress reports for parents
  • Materials and practice included

₪360 per month

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English + Maths — premium
Ages 6–18 ChildrenTeens

English + Maths — premium

The two subjects that most affect confidence at school, in a single track and at a meaningfully better price than buying the two separately.

  • Two lessons a week
  • Cheaper than buying both separately
  • One teacher who knows the student in both subjects
  • Full coordination with parents

₪580 per month

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English for kindergarten
Ages 4–6 Children

English for kindergarten

At this age you don't teach English — you play in it. Songs, movement, stories and role-play that build an ear for the language years before school demands it.

  • From age 4
  • Short, age-appropriate lessons
  • No notebooks, no homework
  • A foundation that makes all of school easier

₪200 per month

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English for adults — morning course
Ages 18+ Adults

English for adults — morning course

A small, relaxed morning group, paced for people who haven't sat in a classroom for a while. No tests, no pressure — and plenty of speaking from the very first lesson.

  • Convenient morning hours
  • A small group of adults only
  • Focused on everyday speaking
  • Start from any level

₪220 per month

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Bagrut English preparation — 10 sessions
Ages 15–18 Teens

Bagrut English preparation — 10 sessions

A focused bagrut programme: exam structure, answering strategy, time management and practice on real past papers. For both 4 and 5 units.

  • 10 sessions before the exam
  • 4 and 5 units
  • Practice on past papers
  • Answering strategy and time management

₪960 per course

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Who teaches here

Shai Kanizo — founder and director of Bright Stars English

An English teacher with over 20 years' experience in Israel and abroad, from kindergarten through university preparation.

  • BSc — University of Haifa
  • Cambridge TKT (Teaching Knowledge Test)
  • TEFL Business English Certificate
  • IBET — International Business English Teaching

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Parents and students

What people say about us

My daughter was afraid of English and now she looks forward to the lessons. The change was astonishing — within a single month!

מיכל ר. Mother of a 4th-grade student

My son went up a full grade in his bagrut. The teachers know exactly what each student needs.

דוד כ. Father of an 11th-grade student

I studied Business English ahead of a job interview. I got the job! I warmly recommend it to anyone looking to move forward.

יעל ש. Age 34, studied Business English
FAQ

What parents ask most

How much does the trial lesson cost?

The trial lesson is completely free, with no commitment and no credit card required. Its purpose is for your child to try us out, and for us to understand their level before anyone decides on a track.

From what age do you accept students?

From age 4 (kindergarten) right through to retirement age. We run tracks for kindergarten children, school students, teenagers preparing for bagrut, and adults at every level.

How long until we see improvement?

Most parents report a change in confidence and attitude towards English within the first month, and measurable improvement in grades and speaking within 2–3 months. The pace depends on the starting point and how often the student practises.

How many students are in each group?

We work in small groups only, so every student gets individual attention and actually gets to speak in every lesson. Groups are formed by level rather than school year — so nobody is left behind and nobody is bored.

What does the GBL method involve?

Game-Based Learning includes role-play, team challenges, video, music, digital tools and free conversation. It isn't a break from learning — the game IS the learning, which is exactly why the material sticks.

Do you offer private lessons?

Yes. A private lesson in English or Maths is ₪125 per lesson, with no monthly commitment. There is also a combined track pairing a private lesson with a group lesson every week.

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Where we are

5 Ben Gurion St, Ashkelon

Central Ashkelon, with easy parking nearby.

Phone

055-2511201

Opening hours

Sun–Thu 09:00–20:00 · Fri by arrangement

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