About me
Helping curious, thoughtful learners speak British English with confidence.
Hi, I’m Jo, a British English teacher and content creator based just outside London. I work with adults from all over the world who speak English as a second (or third!) language and want to feel more fluent, expressive, and like themselves when they speak English.
I specialise in helping curious, thoughtful learners who want to speak British English more naturally and confidently, especially in real-life situations, whether that’s a conversation with colleagues, chatting to friends, or navigating the ups and downs of daily life.
My Approach
I offer personalised one-to-one conversation classes that are adapted to your needs, your lifestyle, and your goals. My lessons focus on real communication, not perfection. You don’t need to sound like a textbook to express yourself clearly and powerfully.
In our sessions, we talk about things that matter:
What’s going on in the world
What you’re reading, watching, or thinking about
Your work, your relationships, your worries
And the joyful, funny, messy bits of life too
Expect interesting conversations, practical vocabulary, and a calm, encouraging space to practise your speaking and build genuine confidence.
Why I Do This
Before I started teaching English, I worked in mental health and that background really shapes how I teach. I bring empathy, patience, and a strong belief that learning a language is deeply personal, not just academic.
Since launching my teaching business four years ago, I’ve worked with over 300 English learners on a one-to-one basis. I’ve also built a wonderful community of over 65,000 English learners on Instagram and created a growing YouTube channel where I publish videos every week. I also share weekly blog posts here on my website, plus free downloadable resources, and a monthly newsletter that goes out to learners all over the world.
When I’m not working, I’m usually walking my dog Milo, listening to a podcast, or learning Mandarin (very slowly!)
Let’s Work Together
If you’re a thoughtful, curious English learner looking for intelligent conversations, support, and practical tools to speak British English with confidence, I’d love to help.
You can send me an email at jo@learnenglishwithjo.co.uk
Or dive in and book a trial conversation class with me and we can talk about your needs.
Read reviews from my students.
I’m looking forward to hearing from you
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