How to teach advanced students with Ben Gwillim

What do you do with your students when they reach B2+/C1? Most of them have already gone through all the grammar, probably more than once, and they have a number of textbooks on their shelves that would do credit to any school library. This course will show you how to use authentic source materials and modern techniques to prepare engaging lessons for advanced learners of any language.

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Duration

1 week 25x60min

Schedule

4.8.-8.8.2025

Form

group tuition in person

Number of students

max. 12 participants

Level

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Monday to Friday

9:30-16:15

04.08.2025 - 08.08.2025

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About course

We have designed the group course to meet the needs of teachers of English or other languages who are teaching advanced students at C1 level and above. In the course we work together to establish a definition of an advanced language learner and identify the key language skills required at this stage. You will gain a deeper understanding of what it means to be an advanced speaker of English and explore the more complex aspects of the language.

At advanced language levels, students need to understand how language is actually used in the real world. That's why we focus on using authentic materials. Together, we explore a diverse range of teaching methodologies and materials, enriching each other's repository of ideas and best practices for truly immersing advanced learners in the English language.

The course focuses on a lexical approach to language learning. You will learn how a lexical approach can improve the fluency and accuracy of advanced learners, including grammar usage and how the grammar of real spoken English often differs from the rules students normally learn. Learn the most effective techniques for all language skills and work together to create dynamic activities that are appropriate for advanced language levels.

Our program includes both traditional and non-traditional resource materials that are readily available and can be incorporated into your teaching. Together we will hone your creative skills in using textbooks while exploring alternative resources.

At the end of the course you will receive the Certificate of Attendance and Europass Mobility document, or any other document your organisation/school requires to submit for applying Erasmus+ programme.

Who is the course for

The course is intended for all teachers who teach advanced foreign language to students at C1 level and above. It will be appreciated by those who are looking for innovative techniques to motivate advanced learners and want to use materials that are not in the textbooks.

What you will get from this course?

A deeper understanding of the advanced level of the language and more complex aspects of the language
Proficiency in using a lexical approach to improve fluency and accuracy, including the use of grammar
Knowledge of the differences between the grammar of real spoken English and that commonly taught in schools
An extensive range of effective learning techniques for advanced levels
A wide range of resource materials for teaching advanced students
The ability to select the right learning material from authentic sources
Ability to prepare lessons to get the maximum value from the materials
Your own library of inspiring activities to keep your advanced learners engaged and motivated
The ability to design and test your own materials for your students’ specific needs
Intensive sharing in a small group of fellow teachers in the heart of the Old Town

We are internationally accredited

V roku 2020 sme ako prvá jazyková škola na Slovensku získali medzinárodnú akreditáciu od EAQUALS a doteraz sme na Slovensku jediní. EAQUALS je garantom kvality jazykového vzdelávania pre školy v medzinárodnom prostredí.

What to Expect at The Bridge

Experience European quality at the Bridge. We prioritize the quality of teaching, backed by international EAQUALS and EMCC accreditations as well as a collaboration with TrackTest.eu. You find an individualized approach even in group courses here.

About us

We boast an international team of highly educated professionals certified to teach English as a foreign language. Our internal assessment system for tutors aligns with the exacting standards of the Cambridge English Teaching Framework.

Our teachers

At The Bridge, we not only teach you English but also guide you in learning it effectively. In addition to the course, you will have access to our well-equipped library, workshops, webinars, and numerous complimentary activities.

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Lecturers/trainers

Ben Gwillim

Ben Gwillim served for 25 years in the British military before becoming a teacher. Having completed his CELTA, he moved to Bratislava in 2014 and has been teaching at the Bridge English Language Centre ever since. He completed the Teaching Advanced Learners Course at Pilgrims under the tutelage of Hanna Kryszewska in 2018 and the Lexical Teaching course at the Lexical lab in 2019 under Hugh Dellar and Andrew Walkley. He currently teaches a range of courses both face-to-face and online and has specialised in teaching advanced students (C1 and above) over the last 5 years. He also teaches presentations skills to corporate clients and has worked extensively with early-stage start-up companies, helping to improve their pitches and presentations. He has also delivered workshops at conferences in central Europe focusing on the use of authentic materials and provides regular input to the school’s in-house training programme.

Price

For all our clients we provide services

Student typology
Student needs analysis
Self-study space and library
Refreshments during the course

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Testimonials

We have been cooperating with the Bridge for several years. I appreciate their attitude towards us as clients and their innovative approach to our employees as students. The progress in their English is significant. They invest into their teachers, which reflects in our language improvement. I have a great personal experience with individual classes, which help me not just to improve my English skills, but also to empower me for important presentations and meetings held in English.

Ivana Molnárová

CEO

Profesia has been cooperating with the Bridge since 2009. For us, language learning at The Bridge is an excellent investment. Since our owner is an English- speaking company, our employees often must present their work, results and achievements in English. I should say that thanks to the professional approach of The Bridge, our employees have moved to levels where they have no problems delivering presentations, taking part in meetings etc..

Zuzana Kaňuchová

HR manager

My online lessons are really good, they fit my schedule perfectly. No commuting & saving time for me as a working mother was great! And I finally stepped out from the shadow of being an eternal beginner.

Daniela Jenisová

The course was very useful for me. I was looking forward to all of my online lessons and it certainly reflected in improving my English.

Vladislav Malast

Our company has had expectations towards the course curriculum as well as teacher skills beyond the stadard ones, however the Bridge fulfils our needs and delivers the course wee need, to our full satisfaction. I appreciate their professional communication, truly tailor made courses upon request.

Eva Šimeková

CFO, board member

It was my best choice of language school. The teacher recommended me extra things to study that I had not even heard of before.

Ján Lontoš

English is important for working in our law firm, and that is why we provide our team members with the opportunity to gain language training so that they can continue to improve and develop.
We have been cooperating with The Bridge language school for several years. Their services, and the work of their lecturers, are at a high level. They always try to meet the demands of our "students" and provide them with quality language teaching.

Eva Sedničková

Allen & Overy

As far as I´m concerned, the Bridge – English Language Centre, is the best option for learning the language. I have been in many courses, but if you want to learn more just theoretical grammar, if you want to really understand, read, write and speak fluently, then the Bridge is the best option. From my perspective it has been a great investment, worth my time and money.

Ing. Jarmila Halgašová

Member of Slovak Parliament, SAS

"The Bridge language school was love at first sight! I worked with its founders in many projects before the unique human genius of this institution, its friendly and accommodating staff, professional and experienced teachers attracted me as a student. I am grateful as since then English has been my great passion! And I'm about to put the kids here for their day camp, too. We're real fans! :-))"

Lucia Hurajová

actress

I appreciate my teacher's approach to her teaching and my learning. Everything was absolutely great.

Barbora Semková