Help your teenager become a more confident English speaker.
One-to-one lessons tailored to the student’s current level, interests, school needs and longer-term goals.
Native British teacherOne-to-one lessonsLessons tailored to the student
English lessons built around the student
Teenagers often need something different from younger children: more independence, more relevant conversation and clear progress.
Speaking confidence
Develop the ability to explain ideas, give opinions and take part in conversations without constantly searching for words.
Grammar that actually helps
Identify the grammar gaps that affect communication and work on them in context rather than through endless exercises.
Vocabulary for real life
Build useful vocabulary around the student’s interests, school subjects and communication goals.
Pronunciation & clarity
Work on pronunciation and natural spoken English so the student can communicate more clearly.
Individual attention
One-to-one lessons allow the pace, activities and level of challenge to change with the student.
A positive learning environment
Lessons are structured and purposeful without making English feel like another school period.
A clear structure, adapted to the student
- Warm-up conversation and review
- Focused language or vocabulary work
- Speaking task built around the lesson goal
- Correction and explanation where useful
- Further practice and feedback
- Clear focus for the next lesson
The right focus depends on the student
There is no fixed syllabus for every teenager. Lessons can be shaped around what the student actually needs.
General English
Build stronger speaking, listening, vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation.
School support
Work alongside current school English and concentrate on areas where the student needs more help.
Examination goals
Prepare for an English examination or specific academic requirement when that is the student’s goal.
IELTS preparation
Focused preparation for teenagers working towards IELTS for university or another requirement.
Confidence & conversation
Give students regular opportunities to use English spontaneously and express themselves.
Academic preparation
Develop English skills that will be useful for future study, presentations and academic communication.
FAQ
What level does my teenager need? +
Lessons are adapted to the student’s current level. The first lesson helps establish what they can already do and where the most useful work should begin.
Can lessons support school English? +
Yes. Lessons can complement school learning and focus on the areas where your teenager needs additional individual support.
Can you prepare teenagers for IELTS? +
Yes. IELTS preparation can be built around the student’s target, current level and the skills they need to develop.
How long are lessons? +
Lesson length is agreed based on the student’s age, needs and attention span.
What happens in the first lesson? +
The first lesson is a relaxed introduction that gives the student a chance to speak, helps establish their current level and identifies useful goals.