I don't think this a major problem with younger school children. They , with the help of teachers, parents and exposure to media are able to learn any new language very quickly. When children are put in the "deep end" with books, paper and pen they normally learning the language better than the older person, since they are not afraid to make mistake and learn from the mistakes. I feel sorry for the teachers who have to teach the older person a new language, it normally take longer, but if the person makes an effort to learn then it's easier. I wonder how the new England football coach will fare in learning the language. If he make an effort then he will manage better, let's see after a months time, media will soon let the public know how well the new England football Manager is managing to learn the English language. So you all the Kidds don't panic, you are NOT the only ones learning the English language.