Welcome to the Get Set Go English blog

Like many people, I have one of those jobs that is not easily explained when asked the question "what do you do?" Sometimes I say I'm a teacher, sometimes I say I have my own business, and sometimes I try to explain it properly, and then, I watch the expression on my listener's face quickly change to 'I wish I'd never asked'.

Students often ask me how long it takes to learn English, and of course the answer is always - it depends! It depends on many factors, but..

Understand meaning, form, and the real use of lexis in order to use it naturally and communicate well.

Let's talk about teachers. Do you have a memorable teacher? What makes a good teacher? How do we get the right people into teaching.

Just 15 miles from Shrewsbury lies the small village of Coalbrookdale on the river Severn. Read about its link to your English studies.

Let's talk about some ways to self-study English, but first... is it even possible to learn a language through self-study? Well, if you're

Here are a few questions to ask before you book your lessons in order to ensure you are getting good value for your money.

What better way include some English practise into your daily routine than by doing one small English activity every day.