Academic English Skills
Teaching Approach
Skill Integration for Academic Success
Critical Thinking and Clarity
Personalised, Goal-Oriented Learning
Express Your Ideas
English Language Skills
Essential Learning Aid
Structured Term-Based Learning
Cambridge Unlock I.
Cambridge Unlock: Listening, Speaking & Critical Thinking is a unique and innovative course designed to enhance learners’ communication skills while fostering critical thinking abilities.
Ideal for students preparing for academic or professional contexts, the course develops both practical English language skills and essential 21st-century competencies.
Each unit combines authentic listening and speaking tasks with thought-provoking topics, encouraging students to engage with real-world issues while refining their language abilities.
The course incorporates engaging multimedia content, including videos from the BBC, to create immersive and impactful lessons.
By integrating listening, speaking, and critical thinking, Cambridge Unlock offers a holistic learning experience that equips students with the language and skills to succeed in academic and global settings.
Language Levels (CEFR)
- Unlock Level 1 (A1)
- Unlock Level 2 (A2)
- Unlock Level 3 (B1)
- Unlock Level 4 (B2)
- Unlock Level 5 (C1)
Cambridge Unlock II.
Cambridge Unlock: Reading, Writing & Critical Thinking is an exceptional course designed to advance learners’ academic literacy while building critical thinking skills essential for success in educational and professional environments.
This course blends academic reading and writing practice with a focus on analytical thinking, enabling students to process and produce high-quality, coherent texts.
Each unit is crafted around engaging themes that encourage exploration of global topics, integrating real-world relevance with language development.
Authentic texts and structured writing tasks guide learners in developing strong academic reading strategies and clear, effective writing skills. Multimedia elements, including inspiring videos from the BBC, further enrich the learning experience.
Through its unique integration of reading, writing, and critical thinking, Cambridge Unlock equips students with the skills needed to thrive in academic contexts and beyond.
Language Levels (CEFR)
- Unlock Level 1 (A1)
- Unlock Level 2 (A2)
- Unlock Level 3 (B1)
- Unlock Level 4 (B2)
- Unlock Level 5 (C1)
National Geographic Reflect I.
National Geographic Reflect: Listening & Speaking is a six-level series that combines relatable, student-centered content with essential academic skill development, making it a unique choice for mastering listening and speaking.
Through engaging National Geographic materials, students not only refine their communication skills but also explore their role in the wider world, fostering confidence and critical thinking.
With a clear focus on academic and critical thinking skills, Reflect prepares learners for success in their academic, professional, and personal pursuits.
Reflective activities encourage personalisation, deeper understanding, and thoughtful engagement with topics.
Language Levels (CEFR)
- Reflect: Listening & Speaking 1 (A1)
- Reflect: Listening & Speaking 2 (A2)
- Reflect: Listening & Speaking 3 (B1)
- Reflect: Listening & Speaking 4 (B1+)
- Reflect: Listening & Speaking 5 (B2)
- Reflect: Listening & Speaking 6 (C1)
National Geographic Reflect II.
National Geographic Reflect: Reading & Writing is a comprehensive six-level series that blends engaging, student-focused content with essential academic skills, offering a unique approach to developing reading and writing proficiency.
Through authentic National Geographic materials, students not only strengthen their literacy abilities but also explore global themes, building confidence and fostering critical thinking in the process.
By providing a structured framework for academic and analytical skills, Reflect prepares learners to succeed in reading and writing across academic, professional, and personal settings.
Reflective tasks allow students to connect with the material, assess their understanding, and critically engage with diverse topics.
This course, centred around Reflect: Reading & Writing, is an excellent resource for students looking to refine their English skills while exploring meaningful, real-world issues.
Language Levels (CEFR)
- Reflect: Reading & Writing 1 (A1)
- Reflect: Reading & Writing 2 (A2)
- Reflect: Reading & Writing 3 (B1)
- Reflect: Reading & Writing 4 (B1+)
- Reflect: Reading & Writing 5 (B2)
- Reflect: Reading & Writing 6 (C1)
Difference Between Unlock and Reflect Courses
Unlock (Cambridge)
Unlock takes an integrated skills approach, combining reading, writing, listening, and speaking in a cohesive way.
It is highly academic in focus, preparing students for university-level work with an emphasis on critical thinking and research skills.
Focuses on academic literacy, critical analysis, and the integration of skills, making it ideal for students transitioning to higher education.
Reflect (National Geographic)
It integrates relatable, real-world content with a focus on personalisation, critical engagement, and building confidence in specific skills.
Themes are broad and globally relevant, inspired by National Geographic content, encouraging learners to explore their place in the world while mastering skills for diverse academic, professional, and personal goals.
Offers a more holistic and reflective approach, emphasising personalisation and practical application of skills, with targeted support for either listening and speaking or reading and writing.
Both Unlock and Reflect are high-quality series, but their focus and delivery make them suitable for different goals. Unlock is ideal for academic preparation and integrated skills development, while Reflect is better suited for targeted skills enhancement and broader real-world applications.
Enhancing Learning with Monolingual Dictionaries
The use of monolingual dictionaries is a fundamental component of effective English language education. By providing definitions, explanations, and examples entirely in English, these dictionaries encourage learners to think in the target language rather than relying on translations.
Monolingual dictionaries expose learners to natural, context-based definitions and practical usage examples, helping them develop a deeper sense of word meaning and nuances.
They also promote the acquisition of synonyms, antonyms, and collocations, which are essential for building fluency and expanding language proficiency.
Additionally, working exclusively with English-language explanations strengthens critical thinking and problem-solving skills as learners engage actively with the language.
Below is a selection of my favourite monolingual English dictionaries, each offering unique features to support learners in building vocabulary, understanding nuances, and enhancing their communication skills.
- Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary
- The Merriam-Webster Dictionary
- Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary
- Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English
- Collins English Dictionary
Learning Plans & Policies
English Fusion offers a structured and engaging way to learn English, guiding you through each step of your language journey. With three academic terms per year, you can study at a pace that suits you while ensuring steady progress.
Term Structure
- Spring Term (January – April)
- Summer Term (May – August)
- Autumn Term (September – December)
- Individual Plan – Learn on Your Own Schedule
Lesson Packages & Structure
To ensure consistency, lessons are available in packages of 12 (or multiples of 12) per term or as part of the Individual Plan:
- Standard Package – 12 lessons per term (1 lesson per week)
- Extended Package – 24 lessons per term (2 lessons per week)
- Intensive Package – 36 lessons per term (3 lessons per week)
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Email us with a brief overview of your (or your child’s) English level, learning goals, and lesson preferences, and we’ll create a personalised plan to support your progress!
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