Asma Irshad

Hi, I’m Asma. Have you ever known exactly what you wanted to say, then found it hard to get the words out in English? That’s something we can work on together. I enjoy helping people feel more comfortable expressing themselves, especially when they’re a little nervous about making mistakes.

Through my current work in administration and my experience in public service, I’ve met people from many different backgrounds. I’ve learnt to listen first, give people time and try a different example when something hasn’t clicked. That’s the approach I bring to my lessons.

When we first meet, I’ll ask what you’d love to feel more confident doing in English. Maybe you want to put your hand up more in class, keep a conversation going or get your ideas down on paper. We’ll start with something that matters to you. You can bring a piece of writing or even tell me about a conversation you found difficult, and we’ll work through it together.

You’re welcome to pause, ask me to explain something again or have another go at a sentence. One of the things I’d love for you to take away from our lessons is the feeling that you can say what you mean in your own words.