TEFL courses in
London
If you can speak English then you can teach it! A TEFL England weekend and weekday course will give you the qualification and confidence you need to get your first paid teaching job abroad. TEFL Courses in London can fill quite quickly, so book early to avoid disappointment!
A TEFL England course comes with the following
- Classroom and/or online training
- Full job placement service
- Accredited TEFL certificates
- CV check
- TEFL career helpdesk
Course fees
Classroom courses from £195 & online courses from £165
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Upcoming TEFL courses in London
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Venues
The London weekend and weekday TEFL courses are held at the Thistle Hotel, 90-92 Lancaster Gate, Hyde Park, London, W2 3NR. The number of the hotel is 0871 376 9022, should you need it.
We also hold weekend TEFL courses at City University in Islington. The address is City University, University Building, Main site, Northampton Square EC1V 0HB. The number of the venue is 020 7040 8037 should you need it, remember to book your course you need to contact TEFL England.
Getting to the Thistle Hotel
Road
From M1, follow A5 to Central London. At Marble Arch roundabout, 4th exit to Bayswater Road. Follow signs to Notting Hill Gate (A402), past Lancaster Gate underground station. Take 2nd right into Lancaster Gate and immediately left into the Thistle Hyde Park hotel. There are 20 car parking spaces at an additional charge.
Tube
Take the central line (red colour) to Lancaster Gate. Turn right along Bayswater Road, walk approx 300m (approx 5mins walk). The hotel is situated on the right, facing Hyde Park. Alternatively, Queensway is the next stop on the central line; Leave the station and cross over Queensway. Proceed along Bayswater Road approx 450m (approx 10mins walk), Thistle Hyde hotel is situated on the right, facing Hyde Park, beyond Thistle Kensington Gardens.
Rail
Paddington Railway Station is approximately 0.5 miles from the hotel (15 – 20 mins walk). The Heathrow Express departs every 15mins (approximately) from 05:10 until after 11pm. Tickets are £15.50 (£117.50) on-board Information on other transport or for transfers to and from Airports and Main-line Railway Stations can be provided on request.
Air
From Heathrow Airport take the Heathrow Express to Paddington and then the Circle or District line to Bayswater. The Heathrow Airbus is also adjacent to the hotel. From Gatwick take the Gatwick Express to Victoria and then the Circle or District line to Bayswater. Alternatively take a taxi from either airport.
TEFL courses in London at weekends & on weekdays
Getting to City University
By underground tube
The nearest underground stations are:
Liverpool Street Station (Metropolitan, Hammersmith & City, District Line and National Rail)
Angel (Northern Line)
Barbican (Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan and Circle Line)
By bus
Routes 4, 19, 30, 38, 43, 55, 56, 63, 73, 153, 205, 214, 243, 274, 341.
By train
Travel by rail to any London terminus and then by underground, by bus, or on foot.
By car
Parking in the roads surrounding the Northampton Square site is at parking meters. The nearest National Car Park to Northampton Square is on Skinner Street, off St John Street. Please note that Northampton Square, Peartree Court, Finsbury and Hayworth Halls of Residence and Saddlers Sports Centre are all within the Congestion Charging Zone. Walter Sickert Hall is outside the Zone.
Feedback from TEFL courses in London
Graeme Wilson, Laide, gamekeeper
Course taken: January '10
What I liked most about the course: everything we need to know
Feedback from TEFL courses in London
Emily Smith, Bucks, student
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: enthusiasm of tutor, lots of information, the foreign lesson, getting to know people
Danielle Harte, Hendon Central, actress/barmaid
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: The chance to teach yourslef, and the gudience you got alongside, very support enviornment.
kelly ryan, middlesex, Start a teaching job next week in Korea
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: Both tutors were brilliant: enthusiastic, constructive in their criticism, helpful, funny, entertaining and everything which I would hope to be when I become a teacher.
stephen moore, Norwich, Norfolk, Interior Designer
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: The way the tutors gave you every chance to express yourself
Alan Thomas, London, Copywriter
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: The tutors! Alex for day one, then Joe rushed down from Scotland. Both were very knowledgeable, and the course flowed logically. Joe was a good laugh as well (keep Kostas!), approachable, and he kept the pace of the learning good and fast.
Kieran McTague, Bedfordshire, Journalist
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: Relaxed but informative teaching style. Felt inclusive to all. Good purpose & structure to the day. Gave you a more in-depth knowledge of what is required to prepare and take a class of differing ages & abilities. Helps build confidence in performance.
trevor hall, ne lincolnshire, clerical officer
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: The different methods you can use to teach
Stephanie Hewison, Bedfordshire, unemployed
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: Great tutors, engaging activities
Ritchie Latham, Southampton, Unemployed
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: The presentation practises were by far the most useful exercises. Not always enjoyable, but that's what we're there to learn.
Cara Wheeley, Reading, Assistant Buyer
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: The amount of activities you do throughout the day.
Richard Flynn, , Forestry worker.
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: Excellent tutors.
Emma Cousins, East Yorkshire, Recently graduated Leeds University
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: I really liked the interaction, having to be the students made assess more and made it much easier to see and correct mistakes in your own teaching
linda maslin, Manchester, H R Consultant
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: Interaction between the group and the replacement tutor, Jo
Sally Briskham, London, Retired Software Programmer
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: Everything
Victoria Bevan, London, I was a Human Resources Manager until taking voluntary redundancy last year. Right now I'm pregnant
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: Very practical and hands on, doing it (practising teaching) and not just talking about it.
Andrew Bishop, Welling, French teacher
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: interactive
Tara-Marie Byrne, Middlesex, Receptionist
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: It was very informative and covered wide variety of topics.
Ida Bojic, London, Student
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: It was active.
Andrew Revell, Tunbridge Wells, Postman/bartender
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: The chance to plan and give a mock lesson
Olawunmi Bankole, London, Paralegal
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: Easy to follow.
ben lloyd, london, chef
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: The hands on approach and tutors clear explanations of the activities.
Tom Hodgson, London, Supply teacher
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: Richard tutelage was superb. The 2 days were packed full of activities and many topics were covered. The chance for everyone to teach their own lessons was superb as you could see a marked improvement in our ability and confidence.
Amanda Weir, London, Community Nursery Nurse
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: Our tutor Richard was amazing, he kept everybody engaged and was able to teach in a really laid back, fun and very effective way. The time went really quickly which I was not expecting to happen on a twenty hour weekend course!
HANNAH MACDONALD, WEST SUSSEX, Student.
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: It was never boring and very interactive.
MARK WOOD, ASHFORD, Supported Housing Officer
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: The fact we were involved from the start of the course, and it wasnt 2 days of listening to someone talk.
Sarah McNickle, Slough, customer service agent
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: the range of interactive activities used over the two days
Magdalena Wojcik, , Inventory Control Specialist
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: lots of activities,lessons plan
Amy Cade, London, self-employed artist and performer
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: Our Course tutor Richard was excellent and kept the energy and enthusiasm up throughout!
Jason O'Loughlin, , Student
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: The teacher was really good.
Amy Anderson, Wiltshire, Customer Service Representative
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: Learning so much and realising that although I have used English language all of my life, I actually knew very little.
Pallavi Bhatta, London, Student
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: Greek lesson!
Anita Dickson, Netherlands, Occupational therapist
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: Enthusiasm of tutor; practical tips; sharing experience with others.
Ritu Valecha-Sood, Guildford, Marketing Manager
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: the use of introducing many teaching techniques/styles
Louise Atkinson, , graduate
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: the interaction
Andrew Gates, Manchester, unemployed
Course taken: August '10
What I liked most about the course: The tutor!
Rebecca Mansell, Kent, Recent Graduate.
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: The interaction between the tutor and the students, we were constantly engaged for many hours. The tutor had a fantastic way of communicating all the aspects of our potential classrooms and I feel I have gained as much as I possibly could from the course.
Rebecca Mansell, Kent, Recent Graduate.
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: The interaction between the tutor and the students, we were constantly engaged for many hours. The tutor had a fantastic way of communicating all the aspects of our potential classrooms and I feel I have gained as much as I possibly could from the course.
Amanda Royce, London, HR Manager
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: Teacher and participation time
Taghrid Ahmed, , Administrator
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: The tutor was engaging and enthusiastic
Claire Chesser, Surrey, Student
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: It was nice to be in a small group. Tutor was really good.
Anthony Joiner, , carpenter
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: very interactive and teacher was very informative and knowledgeable
Anthony Joiner, , carpenter
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: very interactive and teacher was very informative and knowledgeable
SARA ROCHA, RICHMOND, Health & Safety Administrator
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: The range of activities, the tutor managed to keep us constantly active.
Samuel Pitt, , Freelance Caterer.
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: The tutor, Alex. I thought she communicated well, was enthusiastic and gave very constructive feedback
Paul Gibson, London, British Red Cross
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: The teacher was excellent. Informative and engaging. Content perfect for a 2 day course
LAURA O'CONNOR, , Surveyor
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: Interactive right from the outset
Wendy Triplett, England, Teacher
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: Good delivery of content and knowledge of tutor
Stephanie Falzon, London, Teacher
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: The content was interesting and the tutor was very assertive, helpful and thorough.
Sascha Kunze, Chemnitz, Waiter in a latin-style restaurant
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: the practice how to hold 2 different kind of lessons
SAM NEWELL, HERTS, Graphic Designer / Tattooist
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: Variety and Energy fro the Tutor
william duffett, surrey, History Teacher
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: Well delivered. Lots of ideas for lessons.
Kristina Rattliff, , none
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: I like the impromptu spanish class Alex gave us to demonstrate what a total immersion class might feel like. I also liked group and pair exercises.
VICTORIA WICKS, RICHMOND, actor
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: I thought the course director was enthusiastic and encouraging at all times.
Matthew Williams, Hemel Hempstead, Office administrator.
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: The Tutor was excellent and made the course enjoyable.
Cameron McNiff, , unemployed
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: the practical teaching practice
Kamila Goral, Hampshire, Model.
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: Atmosphere, very relaxed, friendly.
Caroline Wishney, , Production Assistant
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: the opportunity to learn new things and meet new people
Neil Mukherjee, Mill Road, Looking for work.
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: Course content and presentation.
Louise Perfect, Kent, Student
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: The Active Lesson Practice, as it was a massive confidence-builder.
Anthony Ford, Middlesex, temporary security worker.
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: The teacher, Alex was excellent, enthusiastic and professional.
Julia Rosaleen Sarkic, Crystal Palace, artist
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: very friendly, the teacher, alex was helpful and very clear, learn\'t alot and feel positive about finding aposition.
Julia Rosaleen Sarkic, Crystal Palace, artist
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: very friendly, the teacher, alex was helpful and very clear, learn't alot and feel positive about finding aposition.
Sharmela Emily Cesbron, , shop assistant
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: Being able to put what we'd learnt into practice with our own lesson plans.
Fergus Gleeson, London, Site Engineer for a construction company
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: it was fun and has increased my confidence to teach
Jeff Aviss, Canada, Student
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: Interaction and class participation
Lynsey Ford, Middlesex, Business Support Officer
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: The variety of knowledge and material, both from the teacher and the students
Karolina Dyonizy, , Assistant Manager of the gastro pub
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: The atmosphere; tutor's profesionalism;
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Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course:
Julia mansson, , student
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: the location
Helen Cunningham, , drugs worker
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: techniques, practical tips and info
Kofi Kari Kari, Wenlock Barn, Music teacher, perfomer and entertainer.
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: I liked the free flowing smoothness of the course. Good pacing of topics, we didn't even know that we were changing subject, that is moving from one subject to the next. It was sneakily done. It was brilliant. The teacher is obviously experienced .
Kofi Kari Kari, Wenlock Barn, Music teacher, perfomer and entertainer.
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: I liked the free flowing smoothness of the course. Good pacing of topics, we didn't even know that we were changing subject, that is moving from one subject to the next. It was sneakily done. It was brilliant. The teacher is obviously experienced .
Sabrina Ezekiel, Middlesex, A sales agent at a Call centre
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: You learn so much in such a short time while having fun.
Piotr Matyla, london, dental technician
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: the tutors ability to be so understanding
Anna Jeffries, United Kingdom, Student.
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: Successful interaction between students and helpful teaching.
Hannah Winter, South Croydon, Student
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: Relaxed and informal
Dalewyn Daniel, , local government officer
Course taken: July '10
What I liked most about the course: the tutor was very knowledgeable, had great experience and passed this on to the class
Claire Blueitt, Wiltshire, Assistant Buyer
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: The layout of the days and the wide variety of topics covered in such a short time. There was a good balance between teacher explanations and practice time for us
Samantha Davis, London, Student/Arts & culture journalist
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: It was well organised, fun and very insightful. The focus on practical activities rather than teacher to student dictation made the lessons easy to understand and very memorable. It was great to be amongst like minded people with an enthusiasm for travel.
Helen Gaterell, Brighton, Student/Graduate
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: I liked how sociable the course was. We were immediately made comfortable and familiar with one another and the tutor. I thought Richard was brilliant: he kept the two, long days energetic and interesting.
Henry Procter, Nr Driffield, travel agent
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: the content and the tutor
Edward Law, , Teacher
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: Good pace always interesting
Leyla Elatas, Berkshire, housekeeper-student
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: The way it's been presented to students was amazing. It was full of energy and gave me too many ideas on how to engage students in a class, It was deefinitely worthwhile !!!
fiona eiber, Middlesex, Teacher
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: The ideas for classroom teaching
Celine Rees, Surrey, admin
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: very hands-on
BARESH KEBAR, Greater London, Interpreter
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: Interactivity, flexibility and fun.
Angela Maria Aurilio, Italy, part time teaching.
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: the easy way we were all spoken to, also the way nobody felt uncomfortable if they didn't know an answer.
Denise Frances-Talbot, Italy, teacher
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: that i understood everything very clearly, and it was fun!
Doriana Cilento, Italy, University student and part-time teacher.
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: it has been intensive but really instructive. I found it very funny and interesting.
Ben Hargreaves, Isle of Wight, Student
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: The chance to practice teaching a class.
Kristina Kersnauskaite, , Economist
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: It was very fast-paced and interesting. The tutor was excellent.
THOMAS JACKSON, ESSEX, Therapeutic Radiographer (Veterinary)
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: very interactive, easy atmosphere, very approachable tutor.
Blanka Jezkova, Czech Republic, Self-employed translator/interpretor
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: Great teacher, location
Saul Perryman, United Kingdom, Gastroenterology Cancer Pathway Co-ordinator for the Royal Berkshire Hospital (admin)
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: it was very intense but also very enjoyable. Richard the tutor was extremely good and could read the class very well.
Nicolas Arriola Nebreda, London, Student
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: Our tutor and the course structure.
Rosario Marco Mazzola, London, sourcing coordinator
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: clarity and very good structure
Bethany Corcoran, South Glamorgan, Apple Genius.
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: The presentation of the content made it simple and easy to learn.
charles hatfield, guildford, Student
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: Having a small class was helpful.
Mukthiar Khan, Middx, administrator
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: it gave you the opportunity to gain teaching practise
Charlotte Firmin, Brighton, Student (Anthropology and French, University of Sussex)
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: I thought that the group was a perfect size, I think there were nine of us, there was a really comfortable and friendly atmosphere. This was a good number of people to have when giving practice lessons. Didn't feel embarrased to ask questions.
joanne sugden, london, TA/SEN support including EAL
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: The way it was taught, it was very easy to take in and retain the info. Alex was great.
Susannah Chandler, nr. Royston, Student
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: The friendly teacher and the range of people on the course.
Ruth Moss, Somerset, Supervisor in Retail
Course taken: June '10
What I liked most about the course: We were taught as adults and made to feel extremely comfortable with our learning. Nothing was rushed and we had lots of oppurtunity to ask for help and to discuss things as a class.
Rachel Bowyer, Glasgow, photographic sales
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: The fact the course wasn't too big , which meant the trainer could spend more time to detail
Amy Li, Watford, Fashion PR
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: It was very interactive and Alex the instructor was very informative and engaging.
Gabriela Iacobescu, Stirling, Student
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: It was an informative course, well designed,full of interaction, we had a support material; it helped me to experience constructive activities and be more confident. Alex was a great tutor, she gave us great feedback in a short time.
Jamie Moloney, Edinburgh, Recent graduate
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: Alex was very good at her job and delivered the course effectively, though there did seem to be a slight rushing through of the material. The course covered most of the basics and I now feel that I am ready to start applying for jobs. Great course!!
ross francis, Edinburgh, Part Time Employed
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: The tutor, Alex
James Billington, London, Journalist
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: The size of the group, the teaching, and the ease and informality of which the whole course was conducted.
Lee Barnes, Dundee, Actor/workshop leader
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: The friendly and upbeat atmosphere that made it fun to learn
Rachel Rock, Dundee, key worker for young people leaving care
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: The friendly advice from the tutor and the range of activities to get us all comfortable with each other
Anna Benham, London, Support Worker for the NHS
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: I really enjoyed doing the presentations because it made me feel more confident about standing up in front of a big group of people
Alexander Sanders, Edinburgh, student
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: tutor
Alexander Sanders, Glasgow, student
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: tutor
Anne Swabey, Glasgow, secondary school teacher
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: Experiencing TEFL in practice by the teacher and the participation of all
Jon Caws, Aberdeen, Recruitment Consultant
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: The fact it was interactive and the tutor made all of the content very interesting regardless of the subject.
Matthew Strawson, Sheffield, Financial Services Headhunter
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: It was executed in a way that was fun, interesting & interactive and enabled us to learn without ever becoming stale. A good mix of group work and classroom instruction and a fantastic tutor who really know his subject and taught with great enthusiasm
Stefan Magnusson, Edinburgh, Waiter
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: I liked the way i felt comfortable in the class straight away & the tutor was very good.
Stefan Magnusson, Aberdeen, Waiter
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: I liked the way i felt comfortable in the class straight away & the tutor was very good.
Laura McGann, Stirling, Hotel Receptionist.
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: Enthusiasm and encouragment from Richard kept the course alive and interesting. I liked how everything was organised and how the teaching was simple, yet affective. Very good. Well done.
Fiona Blake, Glasgow, Marine Mammal Observer
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: The Tutor. Richard was great. Very interactive, always on hand to give clear consice instructions/explanations when needed. He was very easy going and approachable. His lesson structure and teaching methods were something to aspire to. Great roll model.
Adam Levy, COVENTRY, recently unemployed
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: It was very interactive and the tutor was excellent in getting his points across and relaxing the class.
Debbie Southam, Falkirk, banking
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: the Tutor was excellent and ensured that the days were fully interactive.
William Barber, Stirling, University Student
Course taken: May '10
What I liked most about the course: The tutor was really positive and energetic and the whole weekend was well organised.
Christopher Old, GLASGOW, Student
Course taken: April '10
What I liked most about the course: Its interactive nature and the enthusiasm of the tutor.
Alistair Cristinni, Dundee, Photographer.
Course taken: April '10
What I liked most about the course: Firstly, I cannot praise the tutor, Richard, highly enough...he is simply superb in the way he imparts his knowledge and makes every aspect interesting. There wasn't a single part of the course I didn't enjoy or learn from.
James Gardiner, Dundee, Unemployed
Course taken: April '10
What I liked most about the course: Tutor's knowledge of subject
Dario Kenner, Kirkaldy, I work for an international development NGO. I will leave this job in mid-May to go to Latin America
Course taken: April '10
What I liked most about the course: Giving lessons. I learnt many many things in a fun way. The tutor Richard O'Donnell was excellent
Anna Piggott, Greenock, Student
Course taken: April '10
What I liked most about the course: It was well structured and easy to follow. As i'm not a language student it was very helpful to learn some vocab from another language, and put myself in the students shoes. I liked the general enthusiasm of the course throughout.
Edward Langhorne, Edinburgh, Final year pharmaceutical chemistry student
Course taken: April '10
What I liked most about the course: I found it enjoyable. I quickly relaxed and felt at ease. The interactive talking aspect of the course was very good.
Tiffany Andrews, Edinburgh, Media: Account Manager
Course taken: April '10
What I liked most about the course: Richard is a fabulous teacher. He was very well prepared, had the class conversing within 10 mins, gave us lots of really excellent lesson plan ideas through his lessons to us, gave very constructive criticism and kept everyone motivated.
Jennifer Harrison, East Kilbride, Assistant to Registrar
Course taken: April '10
What I liked most about the course: Richard's skill as a teacher and the interactive format of the course is what made the weekend so enjoyable - and I can say, for the first time, I understand (basic) grammar. Thank you Richard!
Philip Christie, Glasgow, Retired
Course taken: April '10
What I liked most about the course: I found it very informative, not too intense to be daunting and most of all, enjoyable
Emma Myers, Glasgow, Supply Teacher
Course taken: April '10
What I liked most about the course: I enjoyed the fact that it was a small group and the ice breaker activities were a great way to make friends. It was very physical and hands on which made the learning easier and fun.
simon storey, Perth, Student
Course taken: April '10
What I liked most about the course: The passion the instructor had for his subject
JAMES BAKER, oxted, University Student
Course taken: April '10
What I liked most about the course: The friendliness of the tutor and all others involved, the group work
Joanne Micklewright, London, Veterinary Nurse
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: The fact that we didn't have to write anything down, yet we still learnt loads by doing lots of real life scenarios
Gabriela Loredana Toma, Edinburgh, Nanny/Private Tutor
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: Mark's teaching techniques.The course was well-structured and engaging.
Judith Deryk, Blackness, Au Pair
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: The teacher - you could really feel, that he LOVED teaching us!
Emma Downing, London, Graphic designer
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: Mark was brilliant at keeping you entertained and entusiastic and encouraging you. The time flew by and I learned at lot of new stuff.
Dot Yates, Wick, Stop Smoking Specialist
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: Gave me lots of ideas and more confidence.
Theo Burke, EDINBURGH, Builder
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: I liked the tutor the most. I thought he was very enthusiastic and a fantastic teacher.
Susan Carter, edinburgh, Beauty Therapist
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: How relaxed it was even thou we got through alot of work. It was also fun.
Marianne Crawford, Liverpool, Unemployed
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: The inclusion of the class
Helen Bates, Aberdeen, Head of Continental European Sales Support, Asset Management
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: The interaction between the whole group
VICTORIA CRISTOBAL ACEITERO, edinburgh, English teacher
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: The tutor, he is fantastic.
Kim Trotter, Aberdeen, Lecturer in Media Production
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: Friendly and relaxed/ informative
Acacia de Meo, Aberdeen, Student
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: The tutor was helpful and I found the course enjoyable
Lucy Rushton, Sheffield, Student
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: The tutor.
Maria-Lourdes Caneda, Oxford, priamry school teacher
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: the activities (my apologies if I have done this before,)
Krystyna Borkowska, bristol, Bar maid
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: The tutor was great.
nell loder, Edinburgh, designer
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: the tutor
Helen Martin, Knutsford, Sales Assistant in a clothes shop.
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: The tutor, steve clarke, and the other people on the course - they all made it great fun and a pleasure to learn with.
Michael (wing son) Lau, London, Food Service
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: The tutors enthusiasm was infectious, he kept us entertained while learning at the same time!
elizabeth healy, London, unemployed
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: the diversity of the lessons and enthusiasm of the tutor
Sally Breen, Dingwall, Looking for work!
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: The lively atmosphere; active learning and opportunities to ask questions and contribute without feeling uncomfortable; the opportunity to develop sample lessons at different levels; the style of teaching; examples of activities and the course handbook.
Chris shipp, Wick, Grants Administrator for MRC
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: It really helped to demonstrate the values of TEFL and the methods used to get through to people. Steve was great, and really helped me get in the mindset of both student and teacher. Enjoyed it and look forward to putting it into practice!
DOMINIQUE PHAROAH, Edinburgh, Temping
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: The energy that Steve managed to get from the group by teaching us in fun and exciting ways.
Madelyn Lee, Kirkcaldy, Student
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: The tutor, made course fun and enjoyable
Madelyn Lee, Kirkcaldy, Student
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: The tutor, made course fun and enjoyable
Amanda Fensome, tillicoutry, student
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: The warmers and actkivities, foreign language lesson
Julie-Anne Marks, Edinburgh, Property developer
Course taken: March '10
What I liked most about the course: The tutor, he was lively and interesting.
Sibylle PearceLondon, student
Course taken: February '10
What I liked most about the course: the content; it was really important and well presented
Ikuko KurataLondon, HOUSEWIFE
Course taken: February '10
What I liked most about the course: Tutor was well-experienced, punctual and cheerful and the course was covered what I had wanted to learn even though it had been only for two days.
Colin TaitDalston, Under-employed graphic designer
Course taken: February '10
What I liked most about the course: Relaxed atmosphere, fun and an interesting mix of people
Colin TaitDalston, Under-employed graphic designer
Course taken: February '10
What I liked most about the course: Relaxed atmosphere, fun and an interesting mix of people
Monika SwiechowiczLondon, I work in Operations at Southbank Centre
Course taken: February '10
What I liked most about the course: Alex was fantastic with loads of energy and teaching experience, she did a great job.
naomi trevornorthampton, Human Resources Administrator
Course taken: February '10
What I liked most about the course: Th tutor was great, enjoyed putting in to practice what i had learnt
anaclara emmanuelenfield, catering assistant
Course taken: February '10
What I liked most about the course: the teacher
Jessica ReidLondon, Gap Year
Course taken: February '10
What I liked most about the course: It was interesting because there was a lot of variety over the two days.
Kayode Shonibare-LewisLondon, student
Course taken: February '10
What I liked most about the course: it was very interactive.
Kelly CandassamyWoking, warehouse operative
Course taken: February '10
What I liked most about the course: preparing and giving a lesson on each day
Chien Mi WongKuala Lumpur, Banker
Course taken: February '10
What I liked most about the course: Engaging, interesting and useful.
Paul CroninCanvey Island, Negotiator.
Course taken: February '10
What I liked most about the course: Everything that was being taught was interesting.
robert suttonlondon, actor/writer
Course taken: February '10
What I liked most about the course: The tutor was great, and the people on the course were lots of fun too.
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