Qualified English, IELTS & Chinese tutor | Chartered Linguist (CIOL) | Cambridge graduate | 15+ years’ experience

Hello! I’m Ka Yee – a qualified English, IELTS and Mandarin Chinese tutor, Chartered Linguist (CIOL), and Cambridge graduate with over 15 years’ professional experience working across languages as a teacher and translator.

I offer personalised online lessons in:

• English (general, academic and professional)
• IELTS preparation (Academic & General Training)
• Mandarin Chinese (beginners to intermediate learners, children and adults)

I specialise in supporting international learners preparing to study, work or live in the UK, particularly Chinese-speaking students who want structured guidance and clear progress.

Qualifications include:

• TEFL-qualified English teacher
• SOAS-qualified teacher of Chinese as a foreign language
• Chartered Linguist (Translation) – Chartered Institute of Linguists
• Level 7 Diploma in Translation (DipTrans)
• BA from the University of Cambridge
• 15+ years’ professional language experience

My background as both a teacher and professional linguist means I can explain not just what to say, but why English works the way it does – which helps learners progress faster and with more confidence.

English lessons can focus on:

• fluency and speaking confidence
• grammar and accuracy
• pronunciation
• academic English
• professional communication
• preparing for life in the UK

IELTS preparation includes support with:

• Writing Task 1 and Task 2
• Speaking strategies
• Reading techniques
• Listening skills
• understanding how the test is marked

Mandarin lessons are suitable for beginners, heritage learners, children and adults who want practical communication skills and strong pronunciation foundations.

Lessons are structured, supportive and tailored to your goals.

If you’re preparing for IELTS, improving your English for study or work, or starting Mandarin from scratch, I’d be very happy to help. Feel free to get in touch to discuss your learning goals.