About me

About me

In 1988 I graduated in German and French from the University of Liverpool and spent a few years finding, or in my case, not finding my way, until I left the UK in June '91. In September of the same year I started teaching at the VHS (evening school) in Coburg, and a few weeks later commenced courses at Weichelt Spedition (now DB Schenker) in Creidlitz, Coburg. Bit by bit the business grew; I became self-employed in 1994 and since then I have taught English at a large number of companies in Upper Franconia, many of whom remain loyal customers to this day. So I guess the way found me in the end!

I am lucky enough to be married to a very beautiful and talented wife, and have three wonderful and stressful kids.

In the classroom I try to give my clients many opportunities to speak English, whilst guiding and supporting them on grammar and vocabulary. 

English is a must!

Imagine a holiday or a business trip abroad without having to use English! Almost impossible in today's world. Whoever you are, wherever you travel, whatever you're selling, you'll always have a competitive advantage with the world's number one means of communication on your side. 

Auch ein Mensch, der zwanzig Sprachen beherrscht, gebraucht seine Muttersprache, wenn er sich in den Finger schneidet.

Jean-Paul Belmondo

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