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Welcome to our blog, where you will find all the news about learning English for kids and teens to adults, professional skills, teaching English and examinations as well as the latest news from our work in the world of arts and education.

Date: 03 January 2022 - 13:33

Six IELTS Writing sample exercises recommended by our teachers

Moving overseas? Here’s what to expect from the IELTS Academic Writing tasks, with examples, plus how the British Council can support you.

Tags: Adults, English courses, IELTS, IELTS Coach

Date: 13 December 2021 - 14:00

How to choose a secondary English tuition centre

Let’s talk about how to choose the best English tuition for Secondary students, to help them thrive at school and beyond.

Tags: Secondary, English courses, Kids and teens

Date: 07 December 2021 - 10:00

Three simple ways to improve your Business English writing skills

Learn how to improve your business English writing skills with our three simple tips.

Tags: Professional skills, Corporate English Solutions, Corporate training

Date: 01 December 2021 - 21:00

Eight social English examples to make small talk easier

Do you get nervous practising your social English? Here are eight small talk topics to help you start a conversation.

Tags: Adults, English courses, General English

Date: 25 November 2021 - 16:00

How your child can benefit from our kids school holiday camps

Kids’ school holiday camps are a fantastic place for children to practise their communication skills while making friends and building their confidence.

Tags: Secondary, Camps, Primary, Kids and teens

Adult students in-discussion in the computer lab

Date: 17 November 2021 - 17:00

What’s the difference between business English and casual English?

What’s the difference between business English and casual English? Learn why business English matters.

Tags: Adults, Business English, English courses

Date: 10 November 2021 - 10:00

English enrichment for Primary 1: How we can help

English enrichment in Primary 1 can make all the difference to your child’s education.

Tags: Primary, English courses, Kids and teens

Date: 05 November 2021 - 12:00

How to prepare for the IELTS General Training Writing test

Are you planning to move overseas? Getting ready to take the IELTS test? Here’s more information about IELTS General Training Writing test, and how to prepare for it.

Tags: Adults, English courses, IELTS, IELTS Coach

LE Young Learners - Female teacher in classroom

Date: 21 October 2021 - 12:00

What to look for in secondary school English tuition?

English enrichment will help students communicate with confidence and excel in all areas.

Tags: Secondary, English courses, Kids and teens

Date: 12 October 2021 - 15:30

Three best ways to practise and improve your conversational English

Here are the top ways to improve your conversational English and become a more confident communicator.

Tags: Adults, English courses