Is One-to-One Language Learning Right for You?

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Thinking about diving into private, one-on-one language lessons? Let’s break down the key advantages and a few potential downsides to help you decide if this personalized approach is the best fit for you.

Private Lessons


Advantages of Private Lessons


One-to-one lessons come with several unique benefits tailored specifically to your needs:


- Personalized Learning: the course is designed around your language goals, interests, and learning style. Every lesson is tailored to cover exactly what you need, on topics you find engaging, with activities that maximize your learning potential.

  

- Customizable Pace: the pace of each lesson is based on your own learning speed. Whether you need extra time with a concept or are ready to advance quickly, your course adapts to you.

  

- Flexible Structure: as your goals evolve, so can your program. If you discover new language needs along the way, the curriculum will be adjusted to meet them.


- Convenient Scheduling: lessons are scheduled to fit your availability, with flexibility to reschedule at no extra cost when you give 48 hours' notice.


Disadvantages—and Solutions!


One-to-one learning also comes with some challenges, but we’ve got you covered with solutions:


- Unclear Goals: sometimes, it’s hard to know what you really need to learn. That’s why we offer a free consultation before your course starts. This allows you and your teacher to define your current level and pinpoint your goals.


- All Eyes on You: the focused attention can be great for progress, but it can feel intense, especially when you’re tired. Our expert teachers can adjust the lesson pace or add energizing activities to keep you engaged and motivated.


- Too Many Choices: with endless topic and scheduling options, it can feel overwhelming. Your teacher will guide you with recommendations that match your goals and interests. One-to-one learning doesn’t mean you’re on your own; it’s a partnership!


- Higher Cost: private lessons are more expensive than group classes, but they offer significant benefits. Every session is structured to maximize your progress and make the most of your time. When you consider the personalized attention and tailored lessons, the value becomes clear.


Ready to Get Started?


If you’re interested in trying one-to-one lessons, reach out to us at lara@ilelondon.com to discuss your needs.


We offer courses in Arabic (MSA and various dialects), Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese Mandarin, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, and Spanish at all levels. 


We look forward to hearing from you!

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