The Shocking Truth About Language Learning for Young People In 2020-21

The Shocking Truth About Language Learning for Young People In 2020-21

by | Aug 11, 2021 | Beginner classes, Chinese classes, French classes, Language classes, Language school, Languages, Latest News, Spanish classes

Language learning for young people suffered more than many other core subjects during the lockdown months of 2020-21, according to the British Council’s Language Trends Report 2021. International activities that make language learning for young people rich and vibrant...
Let’s Talk About English As a Foreign Language On English Language Day

Let’s Talk About English As a Foreign Language On English Language Day

by | Apr 22, 2021 | EFL classes, English for footballers, English Language Classes, English Language Tuition, ESOL classes, Evening classes, GCSE English, Language classes, Language school, Languages

The very term – English as a foreign language – is ironic. English has long since been the overarching global language.  But English was a foreign language originally. Or, more correctly, it begged, stole and borrowed from multiple other languages. James Nicolls...
“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”

by | Apr 6, 2021 | Beginner classes, Business language courses, Language classes, Language classes in schools, Language school, Languages, languages for children, Languages for Toddlers, Uncategorized

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...