The Café English method

Our method is based on two pillars: one is playful experiential lessons, the other is learning, preparing and reviewing at home. These two components together will ensure that your English skills develop imperceptibly and effectively.

The backbone of the method is lessons full of experiences. The class starts with a warm-up discussion, then we move on to homework assignments requiring intensive discussion. This may be followed by listening to music or analysing lyrics, watching a series or film (we love Friends!) and then talking about it. Other activities include vocabulary and language-building board games, role-playing, and storytelling. We learn practical colloquialisms, learn jokes, read newspaper articles, watch and discuss YouTube videos... we have endless topics to talk about throughout the lessons!

Individual study at home is essential for the classes to run smoothly. This means that everyone arrives at class prepared, so you can concentrate on the conversation and there are no unexpected situations - preventing anxiety. You will be given a variety of assignments, for which you will have to work on alone or in pairs. The topics are interesting and diverse, with just the right amount of challenge to help you develop.

If you are studying in a group, you can benefit from one-to-one lessons. In these private lessons, our language mentors will work exclusively with you to answer any questions you may have and help you prepare for the group lessons.

Continuous repetition is extremely important. If you get into the habit of spending a few minutes every day reviewing what you've learned, you'll make unstoppable progress. Speaking practice is supported by Chat Mates, or Speech Practitioners, who are available at almost any time of the day to help you incorporate new knowledge with a few minutes of chat. This active, native-speaker environment ensures that our students' vocabulary is constantly improving, and they speak more fluently, faster and more English.