A review of the status of English language instruction in Nepal begins with an overview of the role of English in the society in general, and outlines the status of English use and instruction in the educational system at all levels (preprimary, elementary, secondary, postsecondary, and teacher), the characteristics and training of English language instructors, the type and availability of instructional materials, educational administration and planning in relation to English teaching, English outside the educational system, British and other international support, commercial opportunities related to English instruction, creative writing, language research, and other sources of information. Everyone in the educational system is aware that English language standards should be improved at all levels, but it is also perceived that low teacher quality, large and diverse classes, inadequate materials, a rote learning method, lack of funds for improving conditions and teacher education, and low priority for development of English instruction do not suggest a bright future for English language teaching in Nepal. An organizational chart of the Nepalese Ministry of Education is appended. (MSE)