About Us
„A great teacher is a great artist and that there as few as there are any other great artists. Teaching might even be greatest of arts since the medium is the human mind and spirit”
While we have been around for only for nine years, we have already trained and taught hundreds of employees from some of the most respected companies in the United Kingdom.
The Oxfordians Language Studio has always provided a more dynamic, hands-on approach to teaching. We have developed our own tutoring method, with a stronger emphasis on role-playing and interaction between learners.
English for Hospitality
With the increase in the number of foreign employees in the UK hospitality industry, learning English to communicate effectively in the workplace with colleagues and customers is essential. Kitchen porters, chefs, bar staff, waiters, waitresses and those working in hotels and the customer service industry have benefited from our specialised English for Hospitality courses.
What we do
The classes we run are designed for those wanting to work or already working in the hospitality sector to give them the confidence to deal with the many situations they may encounter daily in the hospitality industry. Our courses will enable them to:
· Communicate clearly and fluently with clients and your work colleagues in English
· Accurately describe different foods and beverages
· Make suggestions and recommendations with confidence
· Respond politely and deal effectively with client complaints
· Deal with business correspondence in a clear and concise manner
Our offer
Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Put together by the Council of Europe, the CEFR defines the various progress levels and achievements in language learning, now widely used as an international system of validation of language ability.
The Oxfordians Language Studio designs our courses and syllabus according to the learning outcomes defined by the CEFR.
Our courses help develop all four skills of the English Language: reading, writing, listening and speaking, with a focus on improving clear and effective communication. This starts with pre-course advice and careful placement in a class of the correct level.
Teachers
At The Oxfordians Language Studio all of our teachers are trained to at least Bachelor’s degree level with CELTA or TEFL Certificates.
They are highly trained professionals with years of experience in teaching General and Business English.
In order to make our classes more engaging and more interesting we try to employ scholars with various academic backgrounds.
This course is designed for individuals:
· With little or no knowledge of the English language
· Have difficulty understanding native English speakers
· Needing to refresh their skills for everyday communication
· Able to read and write but require improvement with grammar
· Can understand but cannot respond as accurately or fluently as they would like
· Those who are unfamiliar with English Cultural expectations and etiquette
This course will start with the most basic grammar rules and take the students up to Intermediate level. Listening and speaking skills will play a significant role in our beginner course.
Topics this level will cover:
· Spelling and conversation skills
· Distinguishing between past, present and future tenses
· Pronunciation
· English etiquette
· How to get across important and relevant information
• Have studied English before
• Know the general rules of English but struggle with the correct use of the language
• Lack the cultural knowledge to excel in all aspects of using English fluently.
This intermediate level course is ideal for professionals working in specific industries. Our lessons are customized to reflect the needs of those working in specialized areas. This is an excellent course for companies wanting to have their staff trained in tailored areas related to their jobs.
Advanced level (Business English) course
Suitable for individuals who know the general rules of English but struggle with which rules to employ in a particular sentence or for those who have good English pronunciation but may require a deeper understanding of the pragmatics of English. This is an ideal course for Supervisors and Managers who have a good command of the English language but still struggle in formal settings. This course delivers expertise in a variety of sectors and provides relevant business-specific terminology. This course will start with revisiting general grammar rules with conversation and writing skills playing a significant role in the Advanced level classroom.
Topics this level will cover:
· Introductions, welcomes, meetings and greetings
· Dealing with problems and complaints
· Solving problems
· Offering support and feedback
· Phone calls and emails
· Office vocabulary
· Dining and hospitality
· Health and Safety at the workplace
· Hotel related work activities and hotel themed topics
· Housekeeping vocabulary
Our clients
We pride ourselves on working with some of the most respected companies in the United Kingdom.
