Lianna

I am a graduate with a languages/humanities degree from the University of Oxford, which included the study of languages, literature, history and linguistics. I am also a qualified English language teacher.

I have learnt French, Italian, and Spanish to fluency, as well as Latin and Ancient Greek, so I know the difficulties, frustrations and joys of learning a language! I have an excellent knowledge of grammar and nuance of language.

I am available to teach English, French, Spanish, Italian, Latin and Ancient Greek, both in person and online. I can also help with Classics/Classical Civilisation and Ancient History.

I tailor my lessons to suit the learner - whatever their goal or focus. It is my goal to help the student achieve their goals and more than they thought possible.

I try to make the lessons fun and interesting!

When teaching languages, I generally concentrate on speaking and functional language, allowing the learner to communicate in day-to-day situations.

When teaching Classical Civilisation and Ancient History, I think it is important to approach topics thematically and with a view to gaining insight into daily life and what impact the text or event would have had on people in the ancient world. This means understanding the cause and effect of events. Additionally, I think it is essential to provide a solid mythological background, to ensure an understanding of context.

I provide a follow-up report after the lesson, detailing what has been covered and any vocabulary and grammar that came up in the lesson that the student might want to review.

I offer a discount on a block of 8 lessons booked and paid for in advance or at the first lesson (after the initial session).

Availability: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays - various mornings, afternoons and evenings

Willing to travel: 1 miles

Experience: I have taught various languages to both adults and children, in summer schools, companies, and at home, individually, in small groups and in larger classes. My pupils have been all levels, from beginners to advanced. I have also prepared pupils for Trinity and Cambridge exams.

I have also taught Classical Civilisation to children and adults, and helped with exam preparation.