What happens at our sessions
"Kalan" — learning together, every Saturday
Each Saturday session (9:00–12:00) follows a structured, engaging format. All levels welcome — short placement test.
Official Session Schedule
Official Schedule
Big Hope Mali English Club
Saturday Session
We are Changemakers
1. Opening
The whole group starts together with a short, inclusive moment of prayer.
2. Hot seat
One member answers rapid-fire questions in English.
3. Expression & vocabulary
Useful words and expressions for real life.
4. Interpretation & debate
A new topic every week, discussed in depth.
5. Dictation & listening
Listening, spelling and attention to detail.
6. Break
A shared snack, potluck style: those who can bring fourou-fourou, gnomi, sugar or milk powder, and everyone eats together from the same plate.
7. Grammar
Rules learned through practice and peer discussion.
8. Thought of the day
A proverb, a wise saying or a life lesson, shared in English and discussed together. A club tradition since our first sessions.
9. Game
English games that make the lesson stick.
10. Reminders & closing
Announcements, then a friendly review of the day's mistakes: a volunteer notes them during the session and explains the right word or pronunciation without naming anyone. Then a short closing prayer and the club's traditional family photo.
Cours Modernes Privés Bilingues Amadou Sow (CMPBAS), ACI 2000, Bamako
During the school year, every Saturday also includes a DEF moment for 9e candidates, built from a real DEF paper.
We never promise a grade, a scholarship or a job. We walk alongside our members with practice, tools and advice, and we keep them in our prayers.
A balanced program with a Thought of the Day to support mindset and learning.
This is the weekly baseline schedule. Topics, speakers, and activity formats may vary by session.
Every activity has a purpose
Our program is designed to develop all language skills in a balanced way.
Hot Seat
Builds spontaneous speaking confidence under friendly pressure.
Expression & Vocabulary
Expands your word bank and teaches natural English expressions.
Interpretation
Develops critical thinking and structured argumentation in English.
Dictation
Sharpens listening comprehension and spelling accuracy simultaneously.
Grammar
Interactive grammar practice through real examples and peer discussion.
Game
Fun language games that reinforce learning in an engaging way.
I ni ché — Welcome among us
Join us this Saturday!
Open to all. Joining takes two minutes with the short form.