Hello, I’m Lara
British English teacher and the founder of A Cuppa English, helping you feel comfortable using real English in real life.
My background
I’m a British English teacher, and I’ve lived in four countries. I started teaching because I saw how much I could help people reach goals that really matter to them: a degree, a career move, a new life abroad, or simply speaking with confidence.
In almost ten years of teaching adults and children, one thing has become clear: studying English and using it in real life are two different things. Many students come to me with good English and still find real conversations hard, with fast speech, slang, jokes and indirect ways of saying things. Closing that gap is what my lessons are built for.
My students come from many walks of life and learn for all sorts of reasons: exams, work, travel, study, life abroad or a love of the language. Whatever yours is, my aim is the same: to help you feel comfortable using English in your real life.
- Almost 10 years of teaching experience, with adults and children.
- Learners worldwide. Adults preparing for real life, work, travel and exams.
- Specialisms: Conversational English, Business English, IELTS, interviews, British pronunciation and culture, and more.
- Professionals from many fields, including banking, sales, science, marketing, tech and more.
Why “A Cuppa English”?
A “cuppa” is what we often call a cup of tea in the UK. I chose the name because “fancy a cuppa?” has the feel of an easy, friendly chat. That’s how I want you to feel when you sit down for a lesson with me: comfortable, welcoming and real.
What my lessons are like
Two things matter most to me: you feel comfortable, and what you learn is useful straight away.
Comfortable first
You learn best when you’re relaxed. You can pause, ask what something means and have another go, and I’ll help you find the words without losing the thread of the conversation.
Practical and matched to your life
Everything we practise connects to your real life. We can rehearse a presentation, practise a conversation with a flatmate or work through the kind of IELTS question that tends to throw you.
Real language, not textbook English
Slang, everyday expressions, humour and culture, plus listening to real speakers with different accents, so you understand and sound natural in the UK and abroad.
Conversation over drills
I favour rich discussion over box-ticking exercises, and I keep track of your progress and adapt lessons whenever something needs to change.
What my students say
“Lara is really nice and creative for training materials, I can see all those customized contents could really help me to improve my English skills.”
“Stepping into the first class was a little scary, but it turned out to be so much fun! I was worried I wouldn’t know what to say, but Tr Lara was awesome and patient. We played interactive games and talked about things I actually like. The time went by so fast, and I totally forgot to be nervous.”
“Lara has taught me the British accent, giving my speech a refined touch. Her choice of reading passages made me better at understanding and enjoying texts. By weaving in shows like Sherlock, she kept lessons lively and relevant, making learning feel effortless. Lara’s calm and encouraging approach made every class engaging. She’s helped me improve my English and sparked a real interest in the language. I truly appreciate her thoughtful teaching and the way she makes everything clear and enjoyable.”
“Lara is such a patient and gentle teacher. I’m grateful for the personalised learning plan she created for me!”
“The class was great! Lara is very patient and attentive, which helps me feel less nervous using English to communicate.”
“Miss Lara is a really nice teacher and she will explain the words that I don’t know in using photos so I can easily to understand.”
“She helps you speak until the end. If you struggle with speaking, taking her classes will be a huge help and a boost of confidence.”
“During this course, she introduced her teaching style and patiently responded to every question I had, which was impressive!!!”
“Lara helped me with my pronunciation and gave me lots of useful feedback on my grammar. She also taught me plenty of new vocabulary related to topics I’m interested in. Thank you for all your help!”
“Lara is an outstanding English teacher. Her lessons are well structured, clear, and tailored. Her professionalism and dedication have made a real difference to me. Highly recommended.”
“Lara is passionate and professional, and she gave me the confidence I needed to prepare for the interview.”
“Great learning experience. The teacher was very patient in guiding through every detail and would customize the course to meet the students’ needs:))”
“At the beginning of each class, the teacher always reviews the vocabulary or pronunciation that we tend to forget, and at the end, also goes over what we learned that day. I think this process is really great.”
“After just a few lessons, I’ve already noticed a big improvement in my spoken English. The teacher is very professional and patient. Thank you!”
“Lara is very kind and patient with learners who are not yet confident in English. She is a wonderful teacher!”
“I really enjoyed my lessons with Lara. She is well organized and has a lot of teaching experience. She explains the lesson step by step, which makes it easy for me to follow and understand. … During our discussions, she often picks up useful words or expressions. If she thinks a word is natural, new, or important, she will write it on the screen so we can see it clearly. Sometimes it is common British English vocabulary or useful phrases that native speakers actually use. I think this is very helpful because we can learn real language in the moment. … Overall, I would highly recommend Lara if you are looking for clear, structured, and enjoyable lessons.”
Let’s have a cuppa and a chat
Book a free 25-minute assessment to meet me, share your goals, and find the right programme for you.