Many adults who read and write English confidently still tense up the moment they need to speak it, whether in a meeting, an interview or everyday conversation. Structured practice targets that gap directly: sessions build fluency and clear pronunciation while sharpening the functional language needed for real situations, from small talk to professional discussion, so speaking stops feeling like the weak link in an otherwise strong grasp of the language.
Staff whose employers are arranging this support follow the same route, with employers able to book English programmes for staff and be invoiced directly by Taylor Tuition, sessions running online for flexibility around work commitments or in person in central London, and every placement beginning with an introductory session with the matched tutor so the fit is right before regular practice starts.
At a glance
- Who it is for: Adults who want to speak English more fluently at work and in daily life
- Levels: CEFR A1 (beginner) to C2 (proficient), with a level check before the first session
- Format: One-to-one or small groups of colleagues
- Where: Online, or in person in central London
- Employers: Programmes for staff, invoiced directly to the organisation
- Fees: From £50 per 50-minute session, depending on tutor level
What each session covers
A learner's session starts from a topic agreed in advance, a workplace scenario, a social situation or a subject they want to handle with more confidence, giving each conversation clear direction from the outset and something specific to work towards. Pronunciation and fluency are worked on alongside the discussion, with tutors correcting recurring errors as they surface, before habits can settle.
- Topic preparation tailored to work, study or everyday situations
- Functional language for the context, from meetings to small talk
- Pronunciation and fluency work built into the conversation itself
- Feedback prioritised recurring errors over isolated slips.
Assessing your starting level
Learners rarely start at the same point, so every enquiry begins with a free initial consultation, used to place them within the CEFR framework from beginner (A1) through to proficient (C2) and set sessions at an assessed level. The same consultation applies whether an individual books directly or an employer arranges support for a member of staff, with Taylor Tuition replying with tutor recommendations matched to that level.
Tracking progress
Learners and, where relevant, their employer want visibility on whether speaking is actually improving over time, and progress reports follow sessions to give that record, alongside a dedicated point of contact at Taylor Tuition throughout the tuition. Where an employer has arranged the sessions, this reporting line lets HR or the line manager stay informed without needing to chase separate updates.
One-to-one or small-group practice
Learners choosing between one-to-one sessions and small groups usually weigh how much individual speaking time they need against whether colleagues at a similar level want to practise together, with sessions available in either format at every level from beginner to proficient. One-to-one time concentrates feedback and correction on a single learner's recurring errors; small groups add the pace of a conversation with more than one other speaker, closer to many workplace situations.
Online sessions and in-person in central London
Learners across the UK and internationally can fit practice around work and other commitments without travel by taking sessions online, the default format, with in-person tuition available in central London for those who prefer to meet face to face. Every learner begins with an introductory session with the matched tutor, whichever format is chosen, and is re-matched at no extra cost if the fit proves wrong.
Arranging sessions through an employer
Employers arranging support for staff can book English programmes directly with Taylor Tuition, with invoicing handled by the company so the arrangement stays straightforward for HR or L&D to administer. Fees start from £50 per 50-minute session and depend on tutor level and subject, whether sessions are arranged by an individual learner or by their employer. There is no registration fee for either route, and the initial consultation is free.
Who teaches the sessions
Who leads each session tends to matter as much as the format chosen, and Taylor Tuition's conversation tutors are graduates of Russell Group universities, including Oxford and Cambridge, with around three in five holding a master's degree or doctorate. Tutors are tiered by qualifications and teaching experience, and that tiering is what sets the fee for a given tutor, whether booked by the learner directly or arranged through an employer.
How tutoring with Taylor Tuition works
English for adults is taught one-to-one or in small groups, at every level from beginner (CEFR A1) to proficient (C2), online or in person in central London. Employers can book English programmes for staff and are invoiced directly by Taylor Tuition. Fees start from £50 per 50-minute session and depend on tutor level and subject. There is no registration fee and the initial consultation is free. Every placement begins with an introductory session with the matched tutor, and we re-match at no extra cost if the fit is wrong.
More than half of our tutors hold Qualified Teacher Status and around three in five hold a master's degree or doctorate. Families receive progress reports after sessions and have a dedicated point of contact at Taylor Tuition. We reply to enquiries with tutor recommendations.
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Frequently asked questions
- How is progress reported to us as the employer?
- Taylor Tuition provides a dedicated point of contact and progress reports after sessions, so HR or the line manager has a clear record of what has been covered without needing to chase updates separately. This sits alongside direct invoicing to the employer, keeping administration with one point of contact.
- How is a staff member's starting level assessed?
- Every enquiry, including those arranged by an employer, begins with a free initial consultation used to place the learner within the CEFR framework from A1 to C2, so sessions start at an assessed level. There is no registration fee for this step, and Taylor Tuition replies with tutor recommendations matched to that level.
- Can staff at different levels train together in one group?
- Sessions are taught one-to-one or in small groups, so colleagues at a similar CEFR level can be grouped together for shared practice; staff at different levels are usually better placed in separate sessions or groups matched to their own level, decided during the initial consultation.
- What happens if the tutor doesn't feel like the right fit?
- Every placement begins with an introductory session with the matched tutor, giving the learner a chance to judge the fit before committing to regular sessions. If it isn't right, Taylor Tuition re-matches to a different tutor at no extra cost, so the learner isn't paying twice while the right pairing is found.
- Should you choose one-to-one sessions or a small group?
- The choice usually comes down to how much individual speaking time is wanted against the appeal of practising alongside others at a similar level; both formats run at every level from beginner (A1) to proficient (C2), online or in person in central London. One-to-one time concentrates feedback on individual recurring errors, while a small group adds the pace of talking with more than one other speaker.
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