Language Stays: Why Immersion Works – and Why a Host Family Alone Isn’t Enough
Parents and teachers love to recommend “immersion” for learning a language. Classes, apps, series in the original version… and, at the end of the list, the famous “language stay abroad.” But recently I saw a school article that summed it up like this: “Send your child...
Your Accent Is a Sign of Bravery – Not a Barrier
This year marks 25 years since I moved to the UK — and 26.5 years of my life spent outside of France. That’s more than half my life. And one thing I’ve always held onto with pride is my English accent.
Language immersion isn’t a magic wand — but it is magic when done right
Today, I had a truly inspiring conversation with a lady who is considering joining one of our immersive language experiences in Florence with her husband next year.
Italian Is My Heart Language — What’s Yours?
And then, as I was telling this to a friend… she said something that stopped me in my tracks: “Italian is your heart language.”
Can You Really Learn a Language with Duolingo? Let’s Talk…
Can You Really Learn a Language with Duolingo?
Let’s Talk…
Not Your Typical French Language Trip: How Our Immersive Retreat Unlocks Real Learning and Real Connection
When most people picture a French language course, they imagine grammar books, vocabulary drills, and maybe a trip to Paris thrown in for inspiration.
At The VICI Language Academy, we do things differently.
The Art of Language Learning: Doing the Right Things — and Doing Them Right
At VICI, we have always positioned ourselves as a boutique language academy. What does that really mean?
Why We’ve Decided to Focus on Personalised Language Coaching at Our Academy
Over the years, I’ve experimented with various language teaching structures to ensure that I offer my students the best possible experience.
Laura’s view on the problem with “we only employ native speakers”
I was at an event recently where a representative from another language school boasted that they “only employ native speakers”.
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Italian Is My Heart Language — What’s Yours?
And then, as I was telling this to a friend… she said something that stopped me in my tracks: “Italian is your heart language.”
Can You Really Learn a Language with Duolingo? Let’s Talk…
Can You Really Learn a Language with Duolingo?
Let’s Talk…
Not Your Typical French Language Trip: How Our Immersive Retreat Unlocks Real Learning and Real Connection
When most people picture a French language course, they imagine grammar books, vocabulary drills, and maybe a trip to Paris thrown in for inspiration.
At The VICI Language Academy, we do things differently.
The Art of Language Learning: Doing the Right Things — and Doing Them Right
At VICI, we have always positioned ourselves as a boutique language academy. What does that really mean?
Why We’ve Decided to Focus on Personalised Language Coaching at Our Academy
Over the years, I’ve experimented with various language teaching structures to ensure that I offer my students the best possible experience.
Empowering Education: Starline’s Collaborative Journey with Consultants
Every story has its heroes, and the tale of Starline is woven from the dreams and dedication of a remarkable team.
Laura’s view on the problem with “we only employ native speakers”
I was at an event recently where a representative from another language school boasted that they “only employ native speakers”.
Nathalie’s language learning journey and finding blended learning: the game-changing learning concept!
“The discovery of blended learning marked a turning point” As a seasoned language professional with over two decades in the industry, my personal struggle with mastering foreign languages mirrors the challenges faced by my students. From the initial excitement of...
How I let one rude comment run my life for 22 years
“I’d rather not hear you speak and ruin our beautiful language.” These are essentially the words that a very rude French woman said to me on the streets of Paris 22 years ago. I was a young, 20 year-old college student experiencing life for the first time in a foreign...
Benefits of booking a Spanish language residential course vs a holiday!
Booking a Spanish language residential course to improve your skills? The VICI language academy outlines the main benefits of booking an immersive educational experience and why it’s unrivalled to booking your own holiday abroad