How Languages for Football Can Boost Your Beautiful Game

How Languages for Football Can Boost Your Beautiful Game

Nobody’s talking about languages for football when the planet is gripped by World Cup fever. A perfect cross needs no subtitles, after all. And a last-minute penalty gets the same roar in every accent. But things can get lost in translation once the final whistle...
Calling All English as a Foreign Language Students. Here’s why you NEED the Schwa!

Calling All English as a Foreign Language Students. Here’s why you NEED the Schwa!

Learning English as a foreign language?  There’s a fundamental you need to know about that’s subtle, sneaky, and is everywhere in English! Yes, we’re talking about the schwa, which steps into the spotlight every 7th April. National Schwa Day is your chance to...
What if We Told You Bread Makes It More Challenging to Learn English?

What if We Told You Bread Makes It More Challenging to Learn English?

Non-natives wanting to learn English beware, because you’re up against an enemy in plain sight! There’s nothing more delicious than a fresh loaf of bread. And if you love bread (who doesn’t?), Real Bread Week (15th – 24th February) is your time to shine, whether...
Calling All Christmas Shoppers: Here’s Why You Should Give the Gift of Language

Calling All Christmas Shoppers: Here’s Why You Should Give the Gift of Language

Step aside, socks and scented candles. There’s a new star on Santa’s sleigh this year! At la Academia, our language gift vouchers are back by popular demand, ready to sleigh those Christmas wish lists. (BTW…It’s ok to shop for yourself too.) Why Choose Language...
Overseas Adult Students are Obsessed with Manchester Homestays and I Can See Why…

Overseas Adult Students are Obsessed with Manchester Homestays and I Can See Why…

Manchester homestays mean more than just rain and football to adult students from abroad ( although those two things alone are worth the trip)! But seriously, Manchester is a favourite destination for adult international students looking to brush up on their English...