Iona Cabral

We begin with a complimentary consultation, in which we get to know one another. I then design a personalised academic roadmap, based on your hobbies, learning style, and areas of desired improvement. Do you desire to improve a grade, get accepted into a school, or generally improve your understanding of English?

Each session is then oriented towards maximising your enjoyment of English. English is a beautiful language, and my goal is to unlock your potential and help you feel confident in approaching it. I adapt my teaching style to mirror your interests. Difficult English will be taught 'sideways' rather than as a lecture or textbook exercise.

I believe that happy students learn better. We will work together to dispel feelings of underconfidence, stress, mental fog, and freezing when it comes to approaching exams, or even conversations with a stranger.

Whilst I prepare each lesson in advance, my teaching style is characterised by adaptability. If you have a difficulty that you wish to tell me at the start of the lesson, or I realise half-way through that an area needs work, I will change tracks on the spot to accommodate this.

The aim is to come away from each session feeling empowered in your own abilities. My role is not to dictate to you, but to guide you in your journey to becoming confident and excited about the language.

If you wish to learn advanced English, I focus on poetry and literature as the best means of truly grasping the language.