Consider Learning French To Celebrate Wine Day

Consider Learning French To Celebrate Wine Day

Wine Day on 25th May is with us again, which might prompt you to want to consider learning French. Why wouldn’t you want to be more conversant in the language that’s traditionally associated with romance… and also with wine? But, why are we mentioning learning French...
In the Staffroom: Interested In the Greek Language? Meet Kiki

In the Staffroom: Interested In the Greek Language? Meet Kiki

Thinking about Greek language lessons for business or personal reasons? You’re in exactly the right place at the right time. Our ‘In The Staffroom’ series of articles has been introducing you to some of the wonderful people who help make La Academia such a great place...
It’s Official! Learning A Language At A Young Age Makes You A Better Multi-Tasker

It’s Official! Learning A Language At A Young Age Makes You A Better Multi-Tasker

Anglia Ruskin University has confirmed that learning a language in childhood will equip you with better multitasking skills than if you aren’t bilingual. Learning a language as a little one increases a child’s attentiveness and ability to juggle multiple thoughts and...
“The UK loses 3.5% of GDP in lost business opportunities due to poor language skills”

“The UK loses 3.5% of GDP in lost business opportunities due to poor language skills”

A lost 3.5% of GDP due to missed business opportunities. That’s a lot of money not landing on these shores as a direct result of our language skills being below par in an international arena. Our pre-Covid GDP in 2019 was £2.17 trillion according to Statista...
The Cheeky Curveballs Learning French Throws

The Cheeky Curveballs Learning French Throws

My friend Ellie and her family have been learning French ‘on the hoof’ since they relocated to the French countryside three years ago. You might recall another story I told about them recently. She was lagging way behind her 7 year old son in the correct use of French...
Learning to Speak Spanish Is Easier with Great Teachers

Learning to Speak Spanish Is Easier with Great Teachers

Learning to speak Spanish is an in-demand skill amongst our students of all ages. The Spanish language is spoken widely in Europe and South America. It’s unsurprising that learning to speak Spanish is important for business and for leisure. Running a busy language...