This is a follow up to the last blog, Unlocking Success: The benefits of tutoring and how to maximise its impact , where we talked about...

Tutoring can be a powerful tool in a student's educational journey, providing personalised support and targeted instruction that can enhance understanding and academic performance. Our feedback from both students and parents certainly tells us so. However, to truly reap the benefits, students must strike a balance between guided learning and independent study. Here are six advantages of tutoring which will be most effective when balanced with strong self-study habits at oth

Exams are on the horizon, and whether you're a student getting ready to sit them or a parent offering support, now is the time to get...

Exams aren’t just for teenagers—adult learners, this is for you too! Starting early can make all the difference.

Expanding your Mastery of Verbs: the next French and Spanish verbs to study In our previous blog, we covered the top 10 essential verbs you need to learn first when tackling a new language. Once you’re comfortable with those, the next step is to expand your vocabulary with more versatile verbs. This will allow you to express yourself more clearly and describe a broader range of actions and emotions. These essential verbs are particularly important for students studying iGCSE

When starting to learn a new language, mastering verbs is key to unlocking basic communication. Without verbs, forming sentences and expressing yourself becomes almost impossible. But which verbs should you focus on first? There is no definitive list as context is so important but, in this blog, we’ll explore the top 10 essential verbs that you’ll encounter in almost every conversation, regardless of whether you’re learning French, Spanish, or any other language. Why Verbs Ar

Travelling to France or Spain offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture, and one of the best ways to enhance...

Embarking on my Italian learning journey with Duolingo has been enlightening as a teacher of other languages. While the platform offers incredibly valuable resources for language acquisition, it's essential to acknowledge the potential pitfalls that learners may encounter along the way. As someone with a strong understanding of language fundamentals, I found myself progressing deceptively well in Italian. At a ridiculously early point in the proceedings, Duolingo congratulate

Preparing for a speaking exam in a foreign language can seem daunting, but with the right strategies and mindset, you can approach it...

Take every opportunity to use your language skills. It sounds obvious but it's easier said than done, but once you've put your mind to it, easier than you think. Case in point: it was recently my favourite day of the year in New Milton. The New Milton Christmas market, where every year, I get to speak French to the stall holders of the annual French market to the horror of my children. I'm resigned to the fact that setting a good example to them will often include embarra

It can be a helpful tool but one which needs managing carefully. Read on! As a very new teacher during the fairly early days of internet...

Ideally, you could improve your listening skills whilst strolling around beautiful cities chatting to the locals in France, Spain or...

September can feel a little bit like January with the sense of new beginnings. It’s a great time to reflect on what works well during...