Catalina Osorio Florez

Hi! I’m Catalina, a native Spanish speaker from Colombia, currently living in London. I am a qualified lawyer and I am currently studying for a Master’s degree in Social Work. I have always enjoyed communicating with people from different backgrounds, learning about other cultures and helping others develop new skills.

My Spanish lessons are personalised, practical and interactive. I believe learning a language should be more than just memorising grammar rules or vocabulary lists. For me, it is about learning how to express ourselves, connect with others and, eventually, feel more like ourselves when we communicate. I understand this personally. When I was learning English, there were times when I knew what I wanted to say but simply didn’t have the words to express it. I found it difficult to make jokes, share my personality or fully participate in conversations. As my English improved, I realised that learning a language gave me much more than a new way to communicate: it gave me the freedom to be more myself.

I also have experience helping children learn and use Spanish naturally. During my two years as an Au Pair in the United States, I cared for three wonderful children, aged 20 months, 6 and 8. All three children speak Spanish, so Spanish was part of their everyday lives.

Before starting, I like to understand your current level, your goals and what you would like to achieve. Depending on your needs, we can focus on conversation, pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing or listening. If you are preparing for a trip, moving to a Spanish-speaking country, studying Spanish for work or university, or simply want to become more confident speaking, I can adapt the lessons accordingly.

During our lessons, we can practise through conversations and real-life situations, role plays, short texts, videos, vocabulary activities and topics related to your interests. I can also introduce you to Colombian and Latin American culture, including everyday expressions and natural ways of speaking that you may not always learn from a textbook.

As a native Spanish speaker, I can help you understand not only what is grammatically correct, but also how Spanish is naturally used in everyday conversations. I am patient, friendly and organised, and I am happy to explain concepts in different ways until they become clear.

Whether you are a complete beginner or already have some knowledge of Spanish, I would love to help you improve your skills and become more confident using the language. I look forward to meeting you and making Spanish an enjoyable part of your learning journey!