Leah Language Services

Gillian Leah, Principal
Tel: 07906 658603
gillianleah01@connectfree.co.uk

Testimonials

"Gillian worked with me , Claire Demaine,a Le Club Francais licencee, to set up both a lunchtime and after school French club at Shelf Junior and Infants and St Chad's school Hove Edge. Gillian's classes were very popular and she used the Le Club Francais fun and interactive learning methods effectively to give lively and engaging classes for the children. Gillian worked hard and was very reliable and involved paretnts by inviting them to endof term clases to see thier children's progress and to answer any questions in an informal setting. I would recommend Gillian as an excellent language teacher for this Key stage one group as her enthusiasm and passion for language is infecitous and inspires the children to learn."

"Gillian from Leah Language Services taught German at Nestle, where I work to a group of students in the learning sector. This was a basic class, which included a variety of topics, such as greetings, numbers, colours, personal information, eating out, travel etc. This class was an informal and relaxed one, where Gillian made everyone feel included and able to learn to the best of their own level. We had lots of opportunity to try out and build on our new knowledge, by way of roleplay, games, DVD, CD and handouts, which proved to be very effective."

"A few years after this class, I was studying a higher level of German on an Open University course and towards my exams, I contacted Gillian and on a one-to-one basis, she was able to inspire me with confidence to continue with and finish my course, which I did. I am so glad that I contacted her and I would recommend her teaching to others, who want to learn or continue with a language."

Batoyle Freedom Group Ltd, Huddersfield

"Gillian taught me German at my offices from 2008 to 2009. I already had some knowledge of German and this, coupled with the fact that I speak a number of other European languages, meant that we were able to move along at a fairly fast pace. Gillian continually checked on my knowledge of the essential basic grammar of the language as well as introducing me to business German, which in my capacity as a sales executive, was extremely useful. She was always mindful of the fact that I wanted the lesson to be orally based and therefore, we spoke as much German as possible in the two hour lesson."

"I would not hesitate in recommending Leah Language Services to businesses as I found that Gillian was able to fit around my numerous business trips and challenged my knowledge of German as well as taking the opportunity to introduce me to many different business phrases via roleplays etc."

Gerard Langellotti, Sales Executive, Batoyle Freedom Group Ltd, Milnsbridge, Huddersfield

One-to-one French A level private tuition

"Leah Language offers a very friendly and professional service. Gillian develops good relationships with students and is very committed to developing their confidence and language knowledge. The one to one oral work definitely benefitted my daughter in her preparation for her A level French examination"

Calderdale High School Parent

Adult German Language class at Royds High School, Rothwell, Leeds for Joseph Priestley College, Beeston

"We have attended a ten week course in German language with Gillian in the summer of 2009 at Royds Language College covering personal history e.g. working, schools and home. We moved onto transport, eating out, hotel reservations and making complaints and seeking directions. We feel that we made excellent progress over the ten week period."

"Gillian is a very good teacher who encourages contributions from all the class and we would be happy to continue to a higher level under her tutelage."

Written by Bill Hewitt, Wayne Gibson and Diane Freeman.

Group Business German classes at Coppenrath & Wiese (UK) Ltd

"We began German lessons with Gillian in the summer of 2009 on a 10 week taster course and have been very impressed with both the content of the lessons and the teaching we have received."

"The lessons have been conducted in a relaxed and fun manner, whilst still maintaining focus on learning the language. The lessons have been tailored to incorporate an element of business content, which has helped the staff in our office and greatly increased our confidence when communicating with our colleagues in Germany."

"Gillian was also able to secure funding for us from a local government body, which covered 60% of our tuition fees and resources."

"We have thoroughly enjoyed our lessons with Gillian, so much so, that we are keen to continue our learning and are extending our studies well into 2010."

Clare Holmes, Sales Support Co-ordinator, Coppenrath & Wiese (UK) Ltd, Leeds

Batoyle Freedom Group Ltd, Huddersfield

"Gillian was able to supply me with a native Italian teacher in a very short space of time, when they are in great demand."

"I very much enjoyed learning Italian and the lessons were very informative and enjoyable. Another Italian teacher also furthered my interest and love of the language. Although the lessons were on a weekly diary basis, which took into consideration my business trips and meetings, I was still able to have an intensive programme of lessons, over quite a long period of time."

"I would recommend Leah Language Services to other companies, as amongst other things, it is reliable, flexible and has a high standard of teaching."

David Bullard, Finance Director, Batoyle Freedom Group Ltd, Milnsbridge, Huddersfield

Workwear Clothing Ltd, Bradford

"Gillian was able to work on a weekly diary basis, which fitted in well with my frequent trips to Germany. She was flexible and very patient and understanding. Importantly, she was able to give me a real insight into the culture of the German people and their country. We worked from a basic level coursebook and a CD, therefore I was able to continue learning German in between the lessons. In our lessons, we covered many topics and carried out numerous roleplays, which were always set at an appropriate level."

"I found the lessons, both informative and interesting and would not hesitate to recommend Leah Language Services to other companies."

Mac Rai, Managing Director, Workwear Clothing Ltd, Bradford

Parcelnet, Bradford

"Gillian made the group French lessons very interesting, enjoyable and relevant to our business . From January to June 2008 we learnt basic words progressing through to being able to conduct a full telephone conversation and write emails. Gillian also taught our CEO and Managing Director who would drop in to the lesson at their convenience."

"I would highly recommend Leah Language Services to gain a better understand of the French language, who made the lessons fun, whilst having the added benefit of a teacher who can travel to you and is very patient."

Rob Kay, Projects Manager, Parcelnet

JLA, the UK's leading distributor of commercial laundry equipment

"Our company offered any interested staff, the chance to have subsidised Spanish lessons one lunchtime a week. Gillian has been teaching a group of us now for the last 20 weeks, & was open to suggestions on the structure & format of the lessons. We mostly wanted to be able to use conversational Spanish on holiday, so Gillian incorporated ordering food & drink, travelling, shopping & booking a hotel into our lessons. We have also covered general topics such as the weather, family, greetings as well as the basics such as the alphabet & numbers. Lessons have included quizzes in Spanish, games, role play & listening to tapes. This has kept the classes original & fun. Personally, I can't wait to go on holiday & order my first meal in Spanish!"

"Gillian's lessons would be ideal for any company wanting to offer a productive & enjoyable incentive to their staff."

Mrs Billy Howarth, Group Credit Manager, JLA

Nestle UK Ltd

"Leah Language Services conducted courses in French, German, Spanish and Italian and the students found the lessons, both educational and enjoyable. They learnt the languages using a variety of teaching methods including role-play, games, videos, ICT to name but a few, which the students found helpful and fun."

"I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Leah Language Services to other companies, who need training in foreign languages, whether that be on a one-to-one or group basis."

Yvonne Bromyard, TUC Learning Centre, Nestle UK Ltd, Halifax

Otto UK

"I have found working with Gillian Leah of Leah Language Services flexible and fun. As the Assistant to a very busy Chief Executive, I need to have a teacher that can fit around the needs of the business. The requirement to learn German specific to certain circumstances meant that my teacher had to be open to suggestions, and Gillian adapted her working style to my needs as a student."

"Gillian made sure that her teaching style was always original, and was quick to test the learnings in an indirect way following the previous week's lesson. I would be quick to recommend Leah Language Services to other individuals within businesses."

Amy Wright, PA to Chief Executive of Otto UK

St Patrick’s R.C. Primary School, Elland

"Gillian has taught French/German across Key Stage 2 in our school since September 2004 and given our children an excellent introduction to modern foreign languages. To teachers, pupils and parents it is clear that the children in the school really enjoy her lessons, and this was confirmed during a recent OFSTED inspection. Her lessons are a pleasant melange of teaching styles with the kinaesthetic, the auditory and the visual learner all well catered for."

"The language skills she teaches children tend to be delivered through the prism of the French/German culture. Gillian’s passion for her subject is evident and can now be seen within the school, through displays and key words, which allow children to practice their French/German outside the parameters of the lesson."

Ms Caroline Wood, Head, St Patrick’s R.C. Primary School, Elland