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What are collocations and why are they important?

Collocations are common word pairings that native speakers use instinctively. Unfortunately, for non-native speakers...

Catherine Jones

Mar 213 min read

What happened to the word 'woke'?

You might know it as the past tense of wake, like in the sentence, “I woke up early this morning.” (wake – woke – woken). But woke has also

Catherine Jones

Jan 313 min read

My Summer Adventure in New York

In this article, I want to share my insights into this English-speaking city and encourage you to love travel, practise your English.

Carla Rasem

Dec 20, 20243 min read

Balancing English Skills: Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking

When learning English, it’s important to practise all four key skills: reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

Catherine Jones

Nov 29, 20242 min read

1-to-1 English lessons or study in a group? - Which is right for you?

Unlike many other classroom subjects, language learning is a skill that requires both theory and practice.

Catherine Jones

Oct 25, 20244 min read

Why students celebrated when I put English course prices up

Thank you to all my wonderful students for your continued support and encouragement. Here’s to celebrating our success together!

Catherine Jones

Sep 27, 20241 min read

Practical Tips for Online English Lessons

Welcome to a guide on making the most out of your online English lessons. Whether you're new to online lessons or looking to enhance your ex

Catherine Jones

Aug 30, 20243 min read

The Meaning behind Get Set Go English

Did you know...? The phrase "Get get, go!" is a familiar one in English-speaking cultures, often associated with starting a race or a task.

Catherine Jones

Jul 26, 20242 min read

How to Learn English Like a Native: The Power of Language Acquisition and Immersion

Think about how you learned your first language. Did you use a translator or follow a textbook? Probably not. Instead, you learned it natura

Catherine Jones

Jun 28, 20243 min read

Favourite Experiences - What do the students say?

As well as accelerating language acquisition, my immersive English courses are designed create lasting memories too. But don't just take m

Catherine Jones

May 24, 20243 min read