OUR TEACHERS
Meet the people behind your progress
Meet the people who will teach, support and guide you.
When you choose The English Studio, you’re not just choosing an English course,
you’re choosing the people who will teach you, support you and guide you during your time in London. That’s why we’d love to introduce you to the teaching team at the heart of our school.
Our academic team brings together decades of experience, strong academic backgrounds and specialist qualifications, along with a shared passion for helping students succeed both inside and outside the classroom.
Every teacher at The English Studio is:
- Professionally qualified
- Experienced in teaching
- international students
- Actively involved in your progress and wellbeing
- Focused on confidence‑building and real‑world English
This consistency is one of the reasons students choose to study with us and continue to recommend us to others.
250+ years of combined experience
Passionate about helping you succeed
Great teachers do more than explain grammar. They inspire confidence, encourage communication and help students achieve their goals. At The English Studio, our teachers create engaging, supportive lessons that help you develop your English in a friendly and motivating environment.
When you choose The English Studio, you’re not just choosing an English course,
you’re choosing the people who will teach you, support you and guide you during your time in London. That’s why we’d love to introduce you to the teaching team at the heart of our school.
Qualified and Experienced
All of our teachers hold recognised English language teaching qualifications and are carefully selected for their experience, professionalism and passion for teaching. Many have backgrounds in areas such as business, law and higher education, bringing real-world knowledge into the classroom.
Student-Focused Learning
Our teachers take the time to understand your level, strengths and goals. Through interactive lessons, regular feedback and plenty of speaking practice, they help you make steady progress and build confidence in English.
Modern and Engaging Lessons
Using a combination of proven teaching methods, interactive technology and practical activities, our teachers make learning English enjoyable, effective and relevant to everyday life.
Learn with Confidence
Whether you're studying English for work, study, travel or personal development, our teachers are committed to helping you make progress and get the most from your time at The English Studio.
Meet our teaching team
Ben Bedford
Ben has over two decades of experience teaching English and has been with The English Studio for 16 years. He teaches General English from A2 to C2 level and has extensive experience supporting students with academic skills and exam preparation.
Stephen Bell
Stephen has over 25 years’ experience teaching English and has been part of The English Studio for more than 20 years. A native Londoner, he specialises in General and Business English and particularly enjoys working with professionals from a wide range of industries.
Denis Doherty
Denis has over 25 years’ experience teaching English and has been part of The English Studio for 11 years. He specialises in exam preparation, including IELTS, FCE, CAE, TOEFL and OET, helping students achieve results they may once have thought were out of reach.
John Berridge
John has over 15 years’ experience in English language teaching (ELT) and has been part of The English Studio for four years. He works closely with both students and teachers to ensure a high‑quality, supportive learning experience throughout every stage of a student’s journey.
Ebru Tokel
Ebru has 18 years’ experience teaching English and has been with The English Studio for 14 years. She teaches adult learners from a wide range of backgrounds and nationalities, focusing on helping students feel confident using English in everyday life.
Rupert Firth
Rupert has over 30 years’ experience teaching English and has been part of The English Studio for 12 years. He teaches General English at all levels and takes a learner‑centred approach, valuing students’ personal experiences as a key part of language development.