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Teaching English as a foreign language, or TEFL, is a popular choice among graduates who want to go travelling or people wishing to change career. "The most recognised TEFL qualification in the world is the University of Cambridge CELTA," says IH Galway director Mary Grennan. "The CELTA was the first ever TEFL course. It’s been in existence since 1962 when it was designed by the founder of International House, John Haycraft, so there’s a lot of history and intellectual knowledge there. Unlike other TEFL courses, CELTA tutors are highly qualified teacher trainers and each course is externally assessed by a nominated Cambridge assessor, who comes to the centre to assess each course we run. This makes the CELTA a highly reliable qualification that schools and universities worldwide can trust. For this reason, 87 per cent of the English language teaching positions advertised around the world request the CELTA qualification – and no other one."

Teaching English as a foreign language, or TEFL, is a popular choice among graduates who want to go travelling or people wishing to change career.

Teaching English as a foreign language, or TEFL, is a popular choice among graduates who want to go travelling or people wishing to change career.

One of the keys to success in maths is having a solid fluency in the foundational maths skills that are taught in primary school. Too often, students do not get sufficient practice at the different basic skills and so lack confidence needed to tackle the more complex ideas that appear in secondary mathematics and beyond. Students lack the necessary fluency and feel that they are “no good at maths”. 

A primary school student went to First Class Learning struggling with maths and was not confident in his abilities. After an initial assessment, an individualised programme was devised to suit his needs and ability. The FCL programme is designed to ensure the concepts are thoroughly explored. Fluency is essential at each step before moving on to the next maths skill. After 18 months’ work, this student had progressed from a lower D to an A level grade. His confidence was restored and he was ready to tackle maths concepts that were new to him.

The Learning Institute, Galway’s newest English language school, will hold an English school open day on Monday August 25. Everyone is welcome to go along and avail of a free English lesson and level test. Testing and free lessons will take place from 10am to 12 noon and from 1pm to 3pm.

The Learning Institute, Galway’s newest English language school, will hold an English school open day on Monday August 25. Everyone is welcome to go along and avail of a free English lesson and level test. Testing and free lessons will take place from 10am to 12 noon and from 1pm to 3pm.

The Learning Institute, Galway’s newest English language school, is launching its new summer general English timetable, offering both daytime and evening classes for all English language learners from beginner to advanced level. Classes start from €27 offering some of the best value in Galway.

The Learning Institute in Galway is launching a new summer general English timetable offering both daytime and evening classes for all English language learners, with classes starting from €27. The course will focus on improving communication skills through English and focusing on English used in everyday situations, through continuous in-class practice. There will also be a focus on reading, writing, and listening skills.

The Spanish Institute will run week long summer courses this year, starting in June and running until the end of July. There will be courses available for teenagers, as well as children aged four to 12. The courses combine learning practical Spanish with fun games and activities. The qualified, native, Spanish teachers have extensive experience teaching children and young people.