London · 영국
Speakeasy School opened its doors to foreign students in September 2002. Since then we have taught English to thousands of foreign speakers from all over the world. Our aim is and has always been to provide effective and good quality English courses at affordable prices in a warm and friendly environment, and to help the students improve their language abilities for academic purposes, career advancement and everyday social and practical purposes. Speakeasy School is committed to • Providing a stimulating, enjoyable and cost effective English language learning experience for adult students from beginner to advanced level; • Hiring and retaining qualified EFL teaching professionals; • Providing a clean, comfortable and friendly environment for learning and socializing; • Offering advice on any student concerns from academic, through personal to professionaly related; • Promoting intercultural understanding between students, teachers,host families and the wider local community; • Constantly improving our programme to develop a language school to the benefit of its students and members of staff.
| 과정명 | 구분 | 대상 | 학비 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Callan Method General English | 주당레슨 : 20레슨, 한반명수 : 18명 | ||
| Cambridge Exam Preparation | 주당레슨 : 20레슨, 한반명수 : 18명 |
Callan Method General English Speakeasy School teaches English using the Callan Method which works fast, is fun to use and aims to be successful with any student, regardless of their age, nationality or learning ability. It was first developed by Mr Robin Callan in 1960 and is based on the Natural Approach. Similarly to the way children learn their first language: the student first hears a new word, then imitates what he hears, later sees the word written and finally writes it himself. The Callan Method comprises 12 stages, from beginner to advanced level and takes an average of 1 year to complete from start to finish. What makes us different from other courses? -. Speed The Callan lessons are conducted at a very fast speed (240 words a minute) which prevents boredom, makes each student concentrate, stops him from translating in his head, allows him to hear more words repeated more times and makes it easier for him to understand English outside the classroom. -. Continuous repetition The lessons are taught through constant repetition and revision of grammatically correct sentences. By revising everything four or five times the Method ensures that the student remembers what he learns (usually for the rest of his life), no matter how poor his memory is. -. Constant change of teacher The Callan teacher changes every hour, so, depending on how many hours students study per day, they get taught by two or three different teachers. The reason for the constant change of teacher is to overcome the boredom of going over the same material lesson after lesson. A change of teacher also helps the students understand different voices and accents. -. Timetable The timetable is arranged to allow choice and flexibility. Students can choose to study for two or three (or four) hours a day, three or five times per week. -. Lessons Each lesson is 50 minutes long, followed by a 10-minute break. Day classes are run in blocks of three or four, with each study block divided into three or four 50-minute periods. Afternoon and evening classes consist of two 50-minute sessions: 9.30am-1.20pm — 20 lessons per week (minimum requirement for TIER 4 visas) (16 ½ hours) 12.30pm-4.20pm — 20 lessons per week (minimum requirement for TIER 4 visas) (16 ½ hours) 9.30am-12.20pm — 15 lessons per week (12 ½ hours) 12.30pm-3.20pm — 15 lessons per week (12 ½ hours) 3.30pm-5.20pm — 10 lessons per week (8 ½ hours) 5.30pm-7.20pm — 10 lessons per week (8 ½ hours) 7.30pm-9.20pm — 10 lessons per week (8 ½ hours)
Cambridge Exam Preparation Cambridge First Certificate The Cambridge First Certificate Exam (FCE) is an internationally recognised qualification in English, accepted by many employers and educational institutions. It is set at the upper-intermediate level and covers four main language skills - reading, writing, listening and speaking, as well as assessing grammar and vocabulary. Students who reach stage 9 of the Callan method are offered the Cambridge First Certificate Exam preparation course, which normally takes 12 weeks and is usually intertwined with the Callan Method stage 10 and 11 (which is optional, but recommended as it provides the students with additional vocabulary required for the exam). The preparation classes are conducted in a traditional method of teaching and include exam techniques, intensive writing practice as well as extra speaking and listening exercises. They also focus on specific grammar issues, as well as vocabulary, including phrasal verbs and prepositional phrases. Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English The Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) is the second highest level Cambridge ESOL Exam and is accepted by the majority of British universities as fulfilling their English language entrance requirements. The CAE preparation classes are available to students who have completed stage 11 of the Callan Method and wish to further their English language studies or are working towards the Cambridge Proficiency Exam. The course focuses on advanced grammar and vocabulary, as well as helping students to improve their language skills by using them in a wide range of contexts. [Timetable] The timetable is arranged to allow choice and flexibility. Students can choose to study for two or three (or four) hours a day, three or five times per week. [Lessons] Each lesson is 50 minutes long, followed by a 10-minute break. Day classes are run in blocks of three or four, with each study block divided into three or four 50-minute periods. Afternoon and evening classes consist of two 50-minute sessions: 9.30am-1.20pm — 20 lessons per week (minimum requirement for TIER 4 visas) (16 ½ hours) 12.30pm-4.20pm — 20 lessons per week (minimum requirement for TIER 4 visas) (16 ½ hours) 9.30am-12.20pm — 15 lessons per week (12 ½ hours) 12.30pm-3.20pm — 15 lessons per week (12 ½ hours) 3.30pm-5.20pm — 10 lessons per week (8 ½ hours) 5.30pm-7.20pm — 10 lessons per week (8 ½ hours) 7.30pm-9.20pm — 10 lessons per week (8 ½ hours)
Speakeasy is small family-run language school located in Chiswick, a lovely part of West London not far from the city centre.