I can help you to pass ESOL and EFL exams, or just to improve your English.

My background

I've been teaching English ever since I moved to Spain in 1994. When I returned to live in theUK in 2001, I continued teaching English. Click here to read my CV.

Meet me

I teach in local libraries. They are nice, quiet places and open to the public. I especially like the city library in Newcastle town centre. Click here to find a library near you.

Fully qualified

I have a degree and two teaching certificates. You can see my qualifications for yourself, just click here.

Fully approved

All teachers should have DBS approval from the government, to show they are safe. Click here to see my DBS check.

"I have attended Shelley's Life in The UK class, and it was amazing class, I have enjoyed every single minute of it as it was very useful..."

Noran, from Iran

"I have passed the "life in UK" test because of Shelley's help. She is a very good listener, dependable, reliable, honest and courteous."

Nadine, from Rwanda

"I’m in Newcastle since 2010 when I moved here. About couple of months later I found my new English teacher Shelley and I’m using her service till now. Each English lesson is maintained friendly. Topics are always ready for my level."

Pavel, from Czech Republic.

"Shelley is very good teacher I attend the classes with shelley it was amazing. She is friendly teacher. I attend all classes and it's really helpful for me."

Sabiha, from Pakistan

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Macarena, from Chile

"Shelley Purchon is the most patience and resourceful teacher I have ever had! I Recomend her classes 100%😃"

Cristina, from Spain