Nicola

5 (12 reviews)

Rate €43
Response 1h
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Number of students Nicola has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
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Number of students Nicola has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

5 (12 reviews)

€43/h

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ESOL
IELTS
Cambridge First Certificate FCE
Trinity

Friendly , highly experienced EFL Teacher for adults in Hertfordshire and Online. Help with preparation for Trinity, Cambridge and IELTS exams, and Home Office approved English tests.

ESOL
IELTS
Cambridge First Certificate FCE
Trinity

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About Nicola

- What kind of experience do you have?

I have over 20 years experience in teaching English as a foreign language, as both a teacher and a manager. I have been teaching and managing courses in London for the past 15 years , and previously taught as well as managed EFL schools abroad.
I have taught classes at a range of different levels, including both general English and exam preparation for ESOL skills Life, FCE, CAE and IELTS exams. I have also taught Academic English and study skills to foreign students preparing to study both undergraduate and masters degrees in the UK.
I have delivered one to one tuition on site to business employees at an international company based in South London, as well as to private students at different levels.

- Do you have an up-to-date DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service, formerly CRB) Certificate?

Yes.

- Do you belong to any professional organisations?

Trinity College London international ESOL Examiner.

About the lesson

I am a friendly and patient teacher with a wealth of experience in teaching English. I will work with you to identify your individual strengths and weaknesses, and with high expectations, motivate you to achieve your potential.

- Which subject(s) do you teach?

General EFL
Exam preparation for PET, FCE, CAE, and IELTS
ESOL Skills for Life
Preparation for Home Office approved English tests
Preparation for GESE and ISE exams
Conversation skills
Pronunciation

- Tell me about your qualifications.

My English teaching qualifications are as follows:

ADTE(E)LS (2012)- Additional Diploma in teaching English (ESOL) in the Lifelong learning sector
PGCE (2006)
TESOL diploma (2002)
CELTA (1996)

I am also on the International ESOL Examiner Panel for Trinity College, London. As part of this role I undertake examining tours to schools in Italy and Spain.

- How much do you charge?

EFL classes £37 per hour or £52 for 1.5 hours
Exam preparation classes £37 per hour or £52 for 1.5 hours
Proficiency classes £45 per hour or £55 for 1.5 hours

- Where do you teach?

I will deliver classes either in the student's home, at my home or online.

- When are you available?

Weekdays and evenings.

- Which ages and levels do you teach?

Adults

- Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?

Cambridge PET, FCE, and CAE
Trinity College GESE, ISE and ESOL Skills for Life
IELTS

- Do you have a personal message for students?

I look forward to meeting you!

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5 (12 reviews)

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Mohammed
- 5
Deadly! It was a very good lesson, we were able to gage what level my wife’s english was at. I would definitely recommend Nicola
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Mohammed

Deadly! It was a very good lesson, we were able to gage what level my wife’s english was at. I would definitely recommend Nicola
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Terry
- 5
Deadly! Amazing teacher! My wife is so happy with the lessons!
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Terry

Deadly! Amazing teacher! My wife is so happy with the lessons!

Nicola's response
Ivy has done really well with her first two lessons, and I think she is going to learn quickly. Well done!
- Nicola's response :
  Ivy has done really well with her first two lessons, and I think she is going to learn quickly. Well done!
Ksenia
- 5
Deadly! Nicola is very skilled tutor who immediately understood the task and suggested efficient strategy to help me to improve my English
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Ksenia

Deadly! Nicola is very skilled tutor who immediately understood the task and suggested efficient strategy to help me to improve my English

Nicola's response
Elena has good English language skills but she needs to increase her self confidence. We will work on improving her fluency, and preparing for her B1 exam.
- Nicola's response :
  Elena has good English language skills but she needs to increase her self confidence. We will work on improving her fluency, and preparing for her B1 exam.
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Anna
- 5
Deadly! Amazing teacher
I have waited for Nicola for a few weeks before she was available, and I don’t regret that at all.
She’s very professional teacher, always prepared, punctual, very patient. Her wide experience is visible in her lessons. Nicola is definitely the best English teacher I have ever had!
Subject : IELTS
Outcome : Passed IELTS academic level at the band score 7.5, after a short period of preparation
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Anna

Deadly! Amazing teacher
I have waited for Nicola for a few weeks before she was available, and I don’t regret that at all.
She’s very professional teacher, always prepared, punctual, very patient. Her wide experience is visible in her lessons. Nicola is definitely the best English teacher I have ever had!
Subject : IELTS
Outcome : Passed IELTS academic level at the band score 7.5, after a short period of preparation
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CHANTHY

Nicola provided me with great tuition, and was extremely flexible for my pacific needs. I would strongly recommend her.
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CHANTHY
Nicola provided me with great tuition, and was extremely flexible for my pacific needs. I would strongly recommend her.
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Marina

I strongly recommend Nicola to everyone. I had group lessons with her. These lessons were full of interesting topics. Grammar explanation was fantastic. The atmosphere was always amazing. She is definitely one of my best English teachers.
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Marina
I strongly recommend Nicola to everyone. I had group lessons with her. These lessons were full of interesting topics. Grammar explanation was fantastic. The atmosphere was always amazing. She is definitely one of my best English teachers.
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Gosia

I have known Nicola for about two years. She is a great tutor. She explains everything clearly giving lots of examples. Moreover, she always pay attention to what I say and work with me at particular issues. Nicola is patient, very motivational and understanding. I enjoy every lesson with her.
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Gosia
I have known Nicola for about two years. She is a great tutor. She explains everything clearly giving lots of examples. Moreover, she always pay attention to what I say and work with me at particular issues. Nicola is patient, very motivational and understanding. I enjoy every lesson with her.
Islam Mehrkash

Nicola is my home tutor for English language. I'm having twice a week session with her and she was brilliant. My English speaking was really bad before until I have her as my private tutor. I can guarantee she will be an asset to any student.
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Islam Mehrkash
Nicola is my home tutor for English language. I'm having twice a week session with her and she was brilliant. My English speaking was really bad before until I have her as my private tutor. I can guarantee she will be an asset to any student.
Soheila Madadi

I was Nicola's student at Kingston college for ESOL entry 3. I think Nicola Bamford is a one of the best English teacher that I ever had and also she is kind and patient for every student. She was great and supportive teacher. She uses a humorous way to teach . It is easy to understand .
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Soheila Madadi
I was Nicola's student at Kingston college for ESOL entry 3. I think Nicola Bamford is a one of the best English teacher that I ever had and also she is kind and patient for every student. She was great and supportive teacher. She uses a humorous way to teach . It is easy to understand .
Islam

Nicola is my home tutor for English language. I'm having twice a week session with her and she was brilliant. My English speaking was really bad before until I have her as my private tutor. I can guarantee she will be an asset to any institution she's applying.
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Islam
Nicola is my home tutor for English language. I'm having twice a week session with her and she was brilliant. My English speaking was really bad before until I have her as my private tutor. I can guarantee she will be an asset to any institution she's applying.
Soheila

To whom it may concern,
I was Nicola's student at kingston college for ESOL entry 3. I think Nicola Bamford is a one of the best English teacher that I ever had and also she is kind and pationt for every student.she was great and supportive teacher. She uses a humorous way to teach .it is easy to undrestand . Your faithful Soheila madadi
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Soheila
To whom it may concern,
I was Nicola's student at kingston college for ESOL entry 3. I think Nicola Bamford is a one of the best English teacher that I ever had and also she is kind and pationt for every student.she was great and supportive teacher. She uses a humorous way to teach .it is easy to undrestand . Your faithful Soheila madadi
Rob

Nicola managed ESOL and EFL provision at Kingston College for a number of years. She was competent and well liked by both colleagues and students. She is a good teacher and able to work with a wide variety of learners to achieve optimum outcomes.
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Rob
Nicola managed ESOL and EFL provision at Kingston College for a number of years. She was competent and well liked by both colleagues and students. She is a good teacher and able to work with a wide variety of learners to achieve optimum outcomes.
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