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Improve your English and have fun whilst working on your communication skills to grow in self-confidence! I'm a British native speaker.

Classes with me will improve your confidence in using English for work and in your free time!
Learn practical English skills and have fun whilst doing so!

Speaking good English means increased abundance in your life through earning more money for you and your family.

I have a clear and friendly British English accent which will make learning that much easier for you

I hold 2 university degree's and 2 professional teaching certificates. And have taught students of all ages from around the world for more than 10 years!

You are most welcome, and I look forward to hearing from you:-)

Extra information

You can take individual or group lessons! Get in touch and let's start improving your English! Start living an abundant life today!

Location

At teacher's location: Oostelijke Eilanden en Kadijken, Amsterdam, Nederland
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General info

suitcase iconSkills:
English as a second language (esl), English for adults
Age:
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration:
30 minutes
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120 minutes
The class is taught in:Dutch, English, French

About Me

I am a friendly and well educated man.
I hold two professional teaching certificates for teaching English to adults.
TEFL and CELTA (Cambridge English Language Teaching Accreditation)
My accent is British English - from Southern England, known formally as 'received pronunciation' but more commonly referred to as 'The King's English' or 'BBC English'.

I have been teaching for more than 12 years, and have experience teaching people from all back grounds and nationalities. I am internationally orientated and yet at the same time, integrated into Dutch society.

I am specialised in helping my students improve their confidence in using the English language! Having confidence is key to getting the most out of English and enjoying speaking, writing, reading and listening to it!

If you choose me as your teacher, I am sure that you will improve in English, learn new things and have fun whilst doing so!

I look forward to welcoming you to my lessons!

Education

UvA University of Amsterdam. Masters degree, in European Studies (end grade 8.5)
University of York. BA degree single honours, in Political Science(end grade 2.2)

Experience / Qualifications

TEFL teaching certificate, English Domain Malta
CELTA teaching certificate (accredited by Cambridge University), Brighton, UK

Reviews (20)

Hugh is a very friendly person, and teaches in a good way.
YES! I should have done this way earlier. Hugh is fantastic, the classes are fun, and most importantly: the classes truly help me to get more confidence in speaking English. I tended to avoid conversations - or even jobs - where English speaking was involved. Now, just after 2 classes, I find myself jumping into English conversations here and there. Hugh is very kind, creates a safe space for you, and corrects you in the most subtle ways. I can definitely recommend Hugh's classes!
Nice pro,I like the class.
Ondersteunend motiverend realistisch!! Goede culturele achtergrond geeft sfeer en is gezellig Waardevol
The classes with Hugh are fantastic! I always have a good time with him; he's very funny and he knows how to figure out your weak points and correct them with good exercises. Thank you so much Hugh!!!
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  • Instructor since May 2018
  • 10 repeat students
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