Overview
Oxford Primary English Day is our annual flagship event series for English teachers for young learners. Our expert speakers - including experienced educators and authors of our bestselling coursebooks - will explore ideas to empower your teaching and deliver practical tips and activities you can take straight into the classroom.
This year's plenary address will be given by Ritsumeikan Primary School English teacher, Hidekazu Shoto. Named one of the 10 finalists for the Global Teacher Prize 2019, often referred to as the Nobel Prize in Education, he will share practical ideas on how to integrate AI-powered tools effectively into classrooms supported by real-world case studies.
In addtion, the program includes workshops on popular primary courses like Everybody Up, and learn how our AI-powered teaching tool, LAURA - an innovative feature available with Let's Go - can transform your teaching.
- Recommended for
- Teachers of young learners
- Admission
- Free to attend.
- Cities
- Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Sendai
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Speakers and Presentations
Hidekazu Shoto
Ritsumeikan Primary School
Hidekazu Shoto teaches at Ritsumeikan Primary School and serves as a visiting researcher at the University of Tokyo. Originally from Osaka, he is widely recognized for his pioneering use of the video game Minecraft in English language classes. In 2019, he became the first and only Japanese primary school teacher to be named among the 10 finalists for the Global Teacher Prize, selected from over 30,000 educators worldwide. In addition to teaching, Hidekazu works as an edutainment producer for the educational edition of Momotetsu. His notable publication includes The English Textbook by a World's Top Teacher That Will Change Children's Future (Kodansha).
Naoki Nakamura
Chief of English department, Kenmei Gakuin Elementary School
PresentationBrave to Try: Lesson Design Using OUP Materials and Classroom Environments That Inspire Students To Take Initiative
VenuesOsaka
Language
English
Nien Nam Chuong
Owner, Muna English
PresentationUsing Technology with Digital Tools for the Classroom
VenuesTokyo
Language
English
Dates and Venues
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Q & A
- Are all presentations delivered in English?
- Only the plenary addresses in Tokyo and Osaka will be delivered in Japanese. All other presentations will be conducted in English.
- Will recordings of the presentations be available after the events?
- Not at all venues, but some presentations will be recorded. The recordings will be distributed later to the relevant participants.
- Am I allowed to take photos or videos of the presentations?
- Photography and video recording of the presentations are not permitted. However, recordings of selected sessions will be made available later to the relevant participants, allowing you to view the content after the event.
- Can I join the event after it has started?
- You may enter and leave the venue freely at any time. However, please note that entry may be restricted if the venue reaches capacity.
- Will books be available for purchase at the venue?
- Yes, books will be available for purchase at the venue at discounted prices, with some exceptions. If a book is out of stock on the day of the event, you can place an order at the venue for delivery.
- Can I pay by credit card when purchasing books?
- Yes, you can. For book purchases, both cash and credit card payments are accepted.
- Is parking available?
- Parking is not available at the venue. If you plan to arrive by car, please use nearby coin-operated parking lots.
- Can I eat and drink inside the venue?
- Eating and drinking are permitted inside the venue. As there are limited restaurants nearby, we recommend bringing your own lunch.
- Can I attend with my children?
- Children are welcome to attend. Please note, however, that the presentations are designed for teachers.
- How do I register to attend?
- To book your place, choose one of the following options:
1. Click 'Register now' at the top right of the main page of the OPED 2026 event page.
2. Click 'Register now' at the top right of any venue page.For details on how to register via Eventbrite, please refer to this guide.
- Can I attend without pre-registering?
- You can attend the event without pre-registration. However, please note that entry may be restricted if the venue reaches full capacity. Additionally, pre-registered participants will receive a special gift, so we recommend registering in advance.
- Can I register multiple participants at once?
- You cannot register multiple participants at once. Please register each attendee individually.
- I completed my registration, but I haven't received a confirmation email.
- If you have not received a confirmation email, please refer to this guide for troubleshooting.
- How do I access my event ticket?
- For instructions on how to access your QR code event ticket, please see this guide.
- I can no longer attend the event I registered for. What should I do?
- There’s no need to contact us or cancel your order if you are unable to attend. You can find out about upcoming events on our website and social media channels. We look forward to welcoming you in the future.
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