Making English Fun for Learners

Known for her simple engaging style with students, Infyni spoke to Anindita Mondal our English Grammar tutor to understand what about her classes, learners find so “brilliant.”
Here are excerpts from that conversation, last weekend.

Infyni: Anindita, thank you for choosing Infyni as a platform to teach English. Can you tell us why parents talk about your classes being so transformative. One parent shared how her 8-year old son was finding story writing challenging but after a month of taking your class on Infyni he has improved not just his grammar but imaginative writing as well.
Anindita Mondal: My approach to teaching is simple—I believe that learning should be engaging, interactive, and enjoyable. Instead of making students memorize grammar rules or follow a rigid curriculum, I focus on listening, reading, and writing while ensuring my students gain the confidence to use English in real-life medical settings.

Infyni: We know that you teach English to professional students. Can you tell us if that is different from teaching young children.
Anindita Mondal: Teaching English to nurses and teaching English to children like Neil are two very different experiences, but both are equally rewarding. When working with nurses, I focus on medical communication, patient interactions, and professional writing.
With younger students like Neil, who take my 1-1 classes on Infyni, my approach is more playful and creative. I use storytelling, games, and fun activities to help them develop strong language skills while keeping them engaged.
Through their excitement to come to class, their improved reading and speaking skills, and the joy they show while learning I can tell they are really benefiting from the classes. Parents often tell me how their children have started speaking English more fluently at home and how they now enjoy learning the language instead of seeing it as a burden.

Infyni: How do you modify your curriculum when teaching young kids?
Anindita Mondal: Young learners often struggle with confidence when speaking, writing or reading in English. Many feel hesitant or shy, so I make sure to create a comfortable and encouraging environment where they can practice without fear.
Nevertheless, whether teaching adults or children, my main goal remains the same – to make learning fun, meaningful, and effective.

Infyni: What worked in particular for your Grade 3 student ?
Anindita Mondal: When he first joined my class, he was a little hesitant about writing English. He understood words and sentences but was shy when it came to forming his own sentences and expressing his thoughts. I realized that what Neil needed most was a safe space to practice without fear of making mistakes.To help him, I started incorporating storytelling into our lessons, where he could create his own stories using simple sentences. I also introduced fun word games that helped him build his vocabulary naturally. Instead of making him memorize grammar rules, I encouraged him to speak more by asking open-ended questions and engaging him in discussions about his favourite topics.
He now participates in class discussions with enthusiasm, reads aloud without hesitation, and even tries to form complex sentences on his own.
Recently, Neil surprised me by writing a short story in English all by himself. It was a simple story, but the fact that he could express his thoughts in English without help showed me how much he had improved. Moments like these remind me why I love teaching so much.

Infyni: Could you share your teaching background with us?
Anindita Mondal: At 27 I teach English to nurses in two colleges. Many of the nurses I teach tell me my classes help them feel more confident in their communication skills. Some have shared that they no longer hesitate when speaking English with doctors or patients.
I understand that every student learns differently, so I tailor my lessons to their needs. I use interactive activities, storytelling, and games to make learning enjoyable. For example, I encourage students to act out stories, participate in quizzes, and engage in role-playing exercises that help them practice real-life conversations.
For younger students I incorporate picture description, words games, creative writing exercises, and many more in class games relating to the subject to help them develop a love for the language. By making English a fun experience rather than a subject to be feared, I ensure that my students stay motivated and excited to learn.

Infyni: What inspires you?
Anindita Mondal: Outside of teaching, I have many hobbies that keep me inspired. I love reading and dancing, I believe that as a teacher, I should always keep learning so I can bring fresh ideas into my classroom. Music is another passion of mine, and I often use songs in my lessons to make learning more enjoyable for my students. I also enjoy playing word games and solving puzzles, which help me come up with creative activities for my classes. Additionally, I love exploring new teaching strategies and experimenting with different ways to make learning fun and effective. I believe education should be an ongoing journey—not just for students, but for teachers as well.
Anindita offers live online classes for students starting from Grade 3. To see her course & curriculum click here.~