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Languages

There are many reasons why you should learn a new language . Learning a Language can :
• Increase your brain power ( research has shown it exercises your grey matter )
• Transform your travel experiences
• Discover a different culture
• Meet new people and make lifelong friends .
We have a wide range of language classes to help you make your learning experience and future holidays a fantastic and enjoyable experience . Our classes cover many levels and our tutors are very experienced . They will use a variety of activities and teaching methods to make learning fun , stimulating and useful .

Confused at which level to start at ?

Use this guide below to help you , otherwise please email us and a tutor can advise you .
Beginners ( Yr 1 )
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Intermediate
Advanced
Learn the basics of a language to cope in essential holiday situations : greetings and introductions , numbers and dates , café , directions , travel by public transport , hotel bookings , eating at a restaurant .
Build on the basics to cope in further holiday situations : introducing yourself and others , requesting tourist information , renting accommodation , buying clothes and gifts , reporting a loss , discussing holidays .
Develop your language skills further to be able to socialise with native speakers , from describing recent holidays to explaining your future plans . You will also be able to deal with visits to the chemist or doctor .
Consolidate what you have learnt in order to explore the culture of the country studied , to describe people and places and make recommendations .
Build confidence in recounting past events and future plans , whilst exploring the culture of the country further and developing discussion skills .
Extend your knowledge of the country to current events through news reports , literature and the media , then develop confidence in expressing your own views on the topics explored .
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