English Facts
Over 125 countries worldwide have English as their first language
English has by far the greatest vocabulary of all world languages: excluding proper nouns there are over 1,000,000 words, compared with French which has fewer than 100,000
English is sometimes described as the world's 'lingua franca': it is the dominant language in communications, science, business, aviation, entertainment, diplomacy, and is the native language of the internet
English Courses in Swansea
Our native-speaking qualified English teachers can guide you and your group at your work or at home, at a time convenient to you. Classes can take place on any day of the week - even weekends - morning, afternoon or evening. If needs be, if meeting at your office or home is not suitable, you can take your lessons at the trainer's office. Study materials are supplied for you.
Book now / EnquiryEnglish 1 to 1 Business
Those who would benefit the most from these English tutorials are those who feel they need to learn English to help them out in their business lives. For starters, learning salutations and business etiquette is integral; once these have been practiced then reading and writing courses can start. Typical studiers have been those involved in international import/export, negotiations and acquisitions, those in multinational companies requiring another language, and those working in any way with international governments and relevant administration. Just our simplest course for beginners will have students finishing the lessons with basic telephone and e-mail English, as well as survival English should a visit to the country be necessary.
Book now / EnquiryEnglish 1 to 1 General
English courses of this type are broader and are aimed towards students with a variety of requirements. While all beginner level students will cover survival English - needed for short visits to countries where English isn't widely spoken, or if you wish to 'go local'; those studying English usually go in different directions at this point, depending on what they need. Those who have benefitted from these English classes have been those investing in or buying property overseas, those married to overseas nationals, people setting off on a round-the-world trip, enthusiasts in English culture, and those enthusiastic to pass a specific exam in English.
Book now / EnquiryEnglish Group Lessons
Courses in English are also accessible for 2 or more studying in tandem (Two-to-One English Course or Small Group In-Company English Course). All those involved must have around the same experience of the language, similar needs of areas of proficiency, and must be able to work at the same time and place. Bookings must be made for all students at the same time. Listen & Learn do not advise classes of more than 6-8 people, although In-Company Taster English sessions can be run with as many as 12 people.
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Swansea
A Welsh city situated on the South Wales coast, Swansea is home to around 230,000 people. It originally grew to its present importance during the 18th and 19th centuries as a centre of heavy industry, especially in the fields of copper smelting and zinc, tin and pottery manufacture; as well as its status as a useful port. Nowadays Swansea stands primarily as a holiday resort and centre of commerce. There are an array of theatres in the city and surrounding areas, as well as a large number of sporting and other outdoor entertainment venues, especially for watersports such as sailing, swimming, water skiing and surfing.
English Testimonials
"Our native speaker qualified English language teachers can train you and your colleagues at your office or home at a time to suit you. Classes can be any day of the week (even weekends) in the morning."
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