Louise Hayes

I came to Louise in desperate need of help with my IELTS exam, as I needed a high score for my master's application. From our first lesson, she impressed me with her in-depth knowledge of the exam format and scoring criteria. Louise quickly assessed my weaknesses and designed targeted exercises for each section. Her detailed feedback on my writing samples was particularly valuable – she has an extraordinary ability to identify patterns in my mistakes. Thanks to her guidance, I achieved an overall band score of 7.5, exceeding the requirements for my dream university! Beyond the score, I've gained writing and speaking skills that will serve me throughout my academic career.

Working with Louise has completely transformed my professional communication skills. As an Italian executive frequently dealing with international clients, I needed to refine my business English urgently. Louise created a customized program focusing on presentation skills, negotiation language, and email etiquette. Her approach combines rigorous practice with supportive feedback – she's demanding but never discouraging. After six months of consistent lessons, I successfully led our company's largest international project meeting. My colleagues were impressed, and I've gained tremendous confidence. Louise doesn't just teach language; she builds professional capabilities.

Finding the right English teacher for our 10-year-old daughter was challenging until we discovered Louise. She has a special gift for connecting with children and making learning feel like play. Through interactive games, stories, and age-appropriate activities, our daughter's English has improved dramatically while she's having fun. What impresses me most is Louise's patience – she adjusts her teaching pace perfectly to match my daughter's learning style. The progress reports we receive are detailed and helpful, and my daughter now eagerly looks forward to her English lessons. As parents, we appreciate both Louise's professionalism and the genuine care she shows.

Starting to learn English in my fifties was intimidating, but Louise made the journey enjoyable and rewarding. Her structured approach breaks complex grammar into manageable pieces, and she always ensures I've mastered one concept before moving to the next. What sets Louise apart is her cultural insights – she doesn't just teach language but helps me understand the 'why' behind expressions and customs. Her encouragement has kept me motivated through challenges, and after a year of lessons, I successfully navigated my first trip to London. I'm proud of my progress and grateful for Louise's skillful guidance.

We began lessons with Louise to prepare for relocating to the United States for work. What impressed us immediately was her ability to address our different proficiency levels simultaneously – Tomas was nearly fluent while I was at an intermediate level. Louise created engaging lessons that challenged both of us appropriately, often incorporating American cultural elements that proved invaluable after our move. Her lessons on practical matters like healthcare vocabulary, rental agreements, and social customs made our transition much smoother. Two years later, we still meet with Louise regularly to refine our skills. Her combination of structured learning and authentic conversation practice has been the perfect approach for our needs.