2018
Au Pair in England
Moved to England to immerse herself in English and shared Italian with the children in her host family.

Ciao, I’m Martina
Languages are my passion. Teaching them is my joy.
Martina is a native Italian speaker from Verona and a private language coach. She teaches Italian and English online with a friendly, personalized approach for children and adults.
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Ciao, I'm Martina :)
From Verona to England: the places and people that led me to teaching.
2018
Moved to England to immerse herself in English and shared Italian with the children in her host family.

2019
Supported children learning English as an additional language in primary schools.

2022
Completed a Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics and Spanish at Birkbeck, University of London.

2023
Became a professional Italian tutor and a qualified TEFL teacher.

2024
Completed a Master’s in Conference Interpreting and Translation Studies at the University of Leeds.

A love of languages, backed by study
University of Leeds
Birkbeck, University of London
TEFL UK
Learn with a smile
Small, steady steps can make a new language feel more natural.
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Absolutely. We’ll start with what you already know, even if that’s just ciao or hello. Your lessons are shaped around your level, with time to ask questions and practise together.
We meet online for live lessons, so you can join from wherever you feel comfortable. Before we start, we’ll agree on your goals and a schedule that works for you.
Yes! Real conversations are a big part of learning with me. We can practise the Italian or English you need for everyday life, travel or work, and work on grammar as it comes up.
Yes. English with a smile includes IELTS and Cambridge exam preparation. Tell me which exam you’re working towards and we’ll discuss what you need to practise.
Private lessons give us time to focus on your own goals. The Italian Conversation Club is a four-week group experience, with 60-minute lessons and WhatsApp support between sessions. If you’re unsure, we can choose together.
Your first Italian lesson is free. After that, it’s £30 for 60 minutes, or £100 for a four-lesson plan. For English lessons and the Italian Conversation Club, get in touch and I’ll confirm the price and available options before you book.
It is a relaxed online meeting, not a full lesson. We use it to get to know each other, talk about your level and goals, and see whether the lessons feel right for you. There is no obligation to book afterwards. Email Martina to arrange a time.
Learn with a smile