Education
Everything you need to get fluent in English
Discover the proven method that is faster and easier than other language schools. Learn how to speak with confidence, improve your English skills – and learn how to learn – and prepare for university or the corporate world.
Tell me moreLearn how to use English to communicate in international meetings, speak with confidence and British pronunciation, and begin university life with one of the most important skills.
Speaking in English doesn’t have to be stressful, make you feel anxious, or embarrassed. I’ll coach you through conversation lessons, improve your listening so that you could watch a film in English, and help you understand what native speakers really mean without wasting years at conversation schools or language learning apps.
Learn in the most effective way possible
Speak with confidence
Fluent speaking doesn’t mean you have to be native. With regular output and a 1-on-1 teacher to guide you, you’ll be speaking fluently at 10x the speed of a group class. When you have a private teacher, they remember all your past lessons, your strengths and difficulties. They know when you struggling or just thinking. We learn languages together, like how a parent teaches their child. You wont progress if you change teachers every few months.
Listen and understand in real-time
Listening skills are highly connected to speaking and pronunciation, and I know this. We’ll tackle this challenge holistically, by improving your British accent, understanding how words and sentences are actually said. And we keep our listening materials at the perfect level for you as you progress – not too easy, not too hard. Soon you’ll be watching TV and films in English for study and for fun!
Learn the skills and the techniques
Learning a language takes a long time! But together we can do it the fastest way. My goal for all my students is to be independent learners. I’ll show you how to learn, as we study. We’ll study all four skills – speaking, listening, reading, writing – and also, pronunciation, vocabulary, and you’ll learn about English culture and how to think in English. I’ll show you how to use AI and vocabulary learning apps to make the most progress, and tell you what to do outside of class.
What do my students say?
Study abroad student - Mr. T.Y.
“What I learned from Mr. Allison in Japan has been a great help. I’m truly grateful to him.”
Mr. T.Y. took on the challenge of studying abroad in Canada at a young age. He prepared with lessons 3 days a week for 4 months after his regular school time. With his tremendous effort and our superior method and much dedication, he gave himself the best chance at success and is now thriving in his life and studies in Canada.
Teaching professionals
Along with my professional experience in writing and editing, I have also taught I wide range of professionals to help them improve their English language skills and confidence.
I have taught a wide range of professionals, from judges and civil servants to athletes, rocket scientists and clergymen, and helped them address their learning challenges.
These former students have hailed from nearly all continents, - from Argentina, Colombia, and Brazil - from Spain, Estonia, Turkey and Germany - and from China, Taiwan and Japan (to name just a few!)
Together, we have worked towards their own goals such as advancing in their career or having the confidence to travel the world speaking English.
It has been my honour and privilege to have met and worked with such a wide range of people. This truly is the gift that the English language has given me.
Location
Where we are
I have taught English in Europe, China and Japan and, currently, I am based in Tokyo, Arakawa-ku. I am available for in-person lessons in the local area and also online lessons.
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How I teach
I teach in a modern style that encourages learner independence and real-world confidence. Learning a language is a big challenge and I coach my students through the process and adapt (and learn with you!) to give you the best possible learning experience.
Lessons are custom-made for each student after assessing the student’s needs. I continually assess students requirements to be able to adapt to their growth and development.
Ascend English uses a structured learning course to track progress overall and students are also expected to be active participants in their own learning outcomes.
Courses
Ascend English offers simple and flexible pricing structure so that you can focus on what matters most - your progress.
We have no sign up fees, no cancellation fees, and no course material costs.
Availability permitting, you are able to request lessons at times that suit you and fit your school or work schedule.
Big Impact Course
Go past your limits.
8 x 60-minute lessons
- Speaking, listening, reading, writing, vocabulary, and pronunciation
- Personalised lessons and materials that always suit your level and challenge you
- Learning advice for how to use AI, vocabulary apps, and native materials
- Speaking confidence from real understanding of spoken English and learning how to use your own words
- Help with getting a British accent, and understanding all accents (US, Canada, NZ, Australia, India, Philippines and more)
- Homework after lessons
- Self-study guidance
- Ask questions outside of class anytime
- Suitable for all levels (A1-C2)
- No wasting time being entertained at a language school or playing games on an app - 1-on-1 focused study
- Student focused - You speak as much as you can
- Task oriented - use language like a skill to solve problems
- Set short-term and long-term goals - and smash them!
¥48,000
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Pro Course
Blast through your English exams.
8 x 60-minute lessons
- Speaking, listening, reading, writing, vocabulary, and pronunciation
- Personalised lessons and materials that always suit your level and challenge you Personalised topics for your career or studies
- Learning advice for how to use AI, vocabulary apps, and native materials
- Speaking confidence from real understanding of spoken English and learning how to use your own words
- Help with getting a British accent, and understanding all accents (US, Canada, NZ, Australia, India, Philippines and more)
- Homework after lessons
- Self-study guidance
- Ask questions outside of class anytime
- Suitable for levels B1 and above
- No wasting time being entertained at a language school or playing games on an app - 1-on-1 focused study
- Student focused - You speak as much as you can
- Task oriented - use language like a skill to solve problems
- Set short-term and long-term goals - and smash them!
- Prepare for IELTS, TOEIC, TOEFL, EIKEN, and more
- Improve business English - for meetings, client interaction, and international networking
¥80,000
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I am an English language teacher - qualified from University of Cambridge - with over 14 years of teaching experience. I have experience in teaching in Asia, Europe, and London, and have lead the exams preparation course at a major European language school. I also study how to teach (professional development) to offer the best, modern teaching practices to my students. I aim to get you to be an independent learner so you can continue to learn without a teacher.
Learning a language is a really big challenge. It can take many months and years. We’ll break it down into smaller steps, and celebrate your success on the way. I also learn languages myself (Japanese and Spanish) so I can understand how hard it is!
I know that it will take a long time and lots of dedication.
- Don’t waste your time being limited in group classes where the teacher won’t notice your struggles.
- Don’t waste your time at a language school where the unqualified teacher always changes.
- Don’t waste your time going around in circles on apps or with AI without a clear, long-term plan.
Levels
We cater for all levels from Absolute Beginner to Upper Intermediate and Advanced. We can, therefore, improve your general English ability and get you in the best position to join the exam course. Level structure at Ascend English is aligned with the CEFR levels.
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Absolute Beginner
level: A1
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Elementary
level: A2
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Pre-Intermediate
level: B1
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Intermediate
level: B1-B2
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Upper Intermediate
level: B2
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Advanced
level: C1-C2
