Private English lessons / IELTS / proofreading from qualified and experienced native teacher

Description

Hello, my name is Martin Dowsing. Here are some facts about me:

- Over 11 years’ experience teaching English as a Foreign Language (3 and a half years at a language school, then private)

- Experienced in teaching all levels, ages and most kinds of classes, including Business English

- Native speaker

- CELTA qualification

- BA in Studies in Contemporary Writing

- I’m also a writer and have published three books.



Here are some of the things I can help you with:

- Improve your speaking, writing, listening or reading skills

- Exam preparation for IELTS, IELTS Life Skills, Trinity SELT, Cambridge C1 Advanced, B2 First, etc

- Understand and use English grammar correctly

- Pronunciation

- Job applications - CVs, covering letters, interview questions, etc

- Proofreading (send sample for price)

- I also do 'walk and talk' sessions in London where we visit a museum or interesting area and practise conversation


Here are the other things you need to know:

Lessons can be at my place, your place or an agreed public location such as a café.

Online lessons also available using Teams, Zoom or Google Meet, etc.

Prices for lessons in my local area (London SE8 or nearby) / Online lessons:

₤30 for a 1-hour lesson, ₤40 for a 90-minute lesson and ₤50 for a 2-hour lesson.

If you want me to travel beyond my local area, please contact me for a price.

Contact me for a FREE needs analysis and grammar level test. I’ll do my best to make sure the lessons fit your needs.

Please get in touch at any time for further information.

I look forward to helping you improve your English!

Testimonials:

"I would like to share a few grateful thoughts about a very respectful and professional person, who is Martin Dowsing. He is undoubtedly a gifted English teacher who managed not only to help me improve my writing skills and grammar but also to think in English more naturally. I believe that by knowing grammar you can get the key factor for succeeding in learning English and Martin managed to help me with this. Moreover, Martin prepared me for the IELTS exam and I have to say that when I compare my current level with that before our lessons, I easily notice that a huge amount of work has been done. He explained to me passionately every mistake that I made while he was correcting my writing tasks. In other words, he surpassed his teaching performances with every lesson and so did my English." - Oleg Melnic, Moldova

"Martin is my favourite English teacher in London. After being with so many, I really like Martin's teaching. I started with him last March and my level was around B2 Cambridge and 6 in IELTS. At the present, and thanks to him, I passed the C1 Cambridge exam and I got the score I needed to go to the University on my IELTS. I am still having classes with him because I like his method. In my opinion, if you pay attention to him and do the homework, your level of English will boost over the period you attend his classes. Highly recommended." - Dario Arranz Quevedo, Spain

"Martin Dowsing is a very good teacher, serious and attentive. I have known him for a year and each lesson is an enrichment." - Eliana Rinaldi, Italy

"I've been studying English with Martin for more than a year and can provide a few observations:
- lessons are well organized and tailored to my needs (something I asked for or to my gaps revealed during previous lessons)
- what extremely important to me is that lessons are quite entertaining and informative - I rarely notice when 1.5h passed
- Martin gives much needed context which allows you to be more fluent, natural and don't sound awkward in various situations, so
just after a few months I felt much more confident and noticed improvements in various areas.
Separately I'd like to say a few words about Martin himself - as a teacher he's quite patient and observant, he helps you to eradicate all those big and small mistakes. I’m genuinely grateful for everything I’ve learned from him." Anton K, Ukraine

"I highly recommend Martin as an English teacher. He explains everything with patience, helps improve your accent, and tailors each class to your needs. Since I began the lessons, my confidence has grown and I've made great progress!" Adeline, France

"I cannot recommend Martin highly enough. I have been taking English lessons with him, and he is, without a doubt, one of the most supportive and effective tutors I have come across. From our very first session, Martin struck me as an incredibly kind and approachable person. What sets him apart is how thorough he is; he never rushes through a topic, he genuinely takes the time to ensure I fully understand the nuances of the language before moving on, which has done wonders for my confidence. He is also remarkably flexible and attentive to my specific needs. Whether I need to focus on grammar, conversation, or specific vocabulary, Martin adapts his teaching style effortlessly to suit me. Perhaps most importantly, Martin makes learning English genuinely enjoyable. He prepares engaging and fun learning materials that make the lessons something I actually look forward to, rather than a chore. He has a unique way of motivating his students and sparking a real desire to learn. If you are looking for a trustworthy, patient, and skilled tutor who will put your needs first, Martin is the perfect choice." Ofer, Israel

"Martin is an excellent English teacher. He is always very well organised and prepares an individual learning programme for each student based on their needs. During lessons he is extremely patient, and the materials he uses are clear, well-structured and perfectly tailored to the student's level. Conversations with Martin are not only engaging but also inspiring - beyond learning the language, you can also discuss British culture and everyday customs, which adds great value to the lessons. After just a few sessions, I can already see real progress - I'm able to express my thoughts more clearly and I pay much more attention to grammar. I can wholeheartedly recommend Martin to anyone looking for a professional and dedicated English tutor!" Konrad, Poland

"I began having lessons with Martin in 2017. I was preparing for my IELTS test to enter into my undergraduate studies. He provided all the necessary material and training I needed to do well in the test. I passed the IELTS test with the grades I needed plus some extra points! Recently, I have restarted lessons with Martin to focus on grammar training and I have already noticed a significant improvement in my writing skills. Martin is an awesome teacher that understands your needs as a student well, identifies areas for improvement and teaches very enjoyable classes based on your interest and needs! I very much recommend Martin’s lessons for IELTS training and academic improvement!" - Maria Belen Ruiz, Brazil

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