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Jake BorlandCo-Founder
There are several English language schools in Dubai, so what makes Speak English Institute different? Here is an honest answer.
Choosing a language school is a significant decision. You are investing time and money, and you want to be confident that the school you choose will actually deliver results. Having been in operation since 2013, Speak English Institute has helped thousands of students improve their English across a wide range of needs and backgrounds.
Every teacher at SEI holds a recognised teaching qualification such as CELTA or DELTA, and many have years of experience working in the UAE specifically. Teaching English here is different from teaching it elsewhere. Our teachers understand the mix of nationalities and backgrounds that makes up a typical class in Dubai, and they know how to get the best out of every student.
We deliberately cap our class sizes so that every student gets meaningful speaking practice and individual attention. In a large class, it is easy to hide. In our classes, you are an active participant in every session. This makes a significant difference to the rate at which students progress.
We offer General English, Business English, IELTS preparation, private tuition, and online private lessons. Whatever your reason for studying English, we have a course that fits. If you are not sure which course is right for you, our team will help you work it out before you enrol.
Our main campus is in JLT, Dubai, and we also have a campus in Ras Al Khaimah. If you can't come to either, we teach private and semi-private lessons online, so you can study with us wherever you are in the UAE or the world.
Learning a language is about more than what happens in the classroom. We organise regular social activities for our students, from dinners and city tours to boat trips and weekend excursions. These events give you the chance to practise your English in a relaxed setting and to build friendships with people from all over the world.
We measure our success by yours. If you are not progressing, we want to know why, and we will work with you to fix it. Our student satisfaction rates are high because we take every student's goals seriously. Come and meet us at JLT and see what we are about.
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