Laura Wilson

Throughout my training as an English language teacher, I have experienced extensive professional growth and gained many insights into how one "should" teach. I can now tell you, there is no singular best way to teach someone another language. This should not come as a surprise: the very essence of student-centredness requires practitioners to fit their methods to their students, not the other way round. Similarly, positive student-teacher relationships have been known to improve student motivation and, as a result, student attainment. That is why our classes together will be an agreement, between teacher and student, about how you want to learn.

My *preferred* methodology requires a high level of communication between students and/or myself. I believe it is more productive to use our time together in class to practice the four skill areas: speaking, writing, reading and listening, with grammar and vocabulary exercises done outside of class. Having said that, if you specifically want to practise grammar in class then, of course, we shall do just that! Remember, these are *your* classes.

When it comes to exam preparation, I assure you that you will feel 100% comfortable with the exam format and contents before stepping into that exam room. This type of class does require students to complete more exercises in class, although I aim to keep it as communicative and interactive as possible.

Whatever the reason for learning English, I would be delighted to be part of your journey. Language learning is a life-long process and it is *definitely* about the ride not the destination.