English Tutor Brussels (1-to-1) | Private Coaching for Professionals
English Tutor in Brussels (1-to-1 coaching)
Private English tutoring for professionals and expats who need results—not generic lessons. We work on the situations that matter in Brussels: meetings, presentations, interviews, and day-to-day confidence in an international environment.
Looking for broader options in Brussels? You can also explore: private English coaching and related professional training pages.
How 1-to-1 English coaching works
1) Diagnostic + goals
We start with a short diagnostic to spot what slows you down: vocabulary gaps, structure, pronunciation, confidence, or “blank moments”. You leave with clarity on what to fix first.
2) A roadmap for your real situations
Instead of “general English”, we build a plan around what you actually do in Brussels: meetings, presentations, interviews, stakeholder updates, and high-stakes conversations.
3) Focused sessions (speaking-first)
Every session has a clear target: clarity, structure, natural phrasing, and professional tone. You practise with realistic prompts, not generic textbook dialogues.
4) Feedback + progress tracking
You get direct corrections, better phrasing, and specific drills to lock progress in. We track improvement in the exact skills you need (not vague “fluency”).
| Situation | What you practise |
|---|---|
| Meetings | Clear updates, summarising, disagreeing politely, pushback, action items and next steps. |
| Presentations | Openings, transitions, explaining numbers, key takeaways, and handling Q&A confidently. |
| Job interviews | Self-intro, STAR stories, achievements, strengths/weaknesses, and salary/availability language. |
| Everyday confidence | Pronunciation, pacing, “thinking in English”, and reducing hesitation in real conversations. |
Why Brussels makes English different
Brussels is multilingual. Many professionals operate in English while navigating French and Dutch in daily life. The challenge is rarely “knowing English”—it’s sounding confident and professional in international settings.
Common Brussels scenarios
- Working in international teams where English is the default.
- Meetings that require clarity, diplomacy, and fast responses.
- Presentations to mixed audiences (international + local stakeholders).
- Recruitment processes and interviews with global companies.
Online or in-person
- Online: flexible, recordable, easy to review and repeat drills.
- In-person: possible by arrangement depending on schedule and location.
Tutor vs school vs marketplace: what changes your results
Brussels is full of directories and schools. They can work—but the learning experience is often generic or inconsistent. If you’re paying for speed and confidence, the process matters more than the platform.
| Option | Works best for | Typical limitations |
|---|---|---|
| Marketplaces | Price shopping, trying different tutors quickly. | Quality varies; generic sessions; less structure and accountability. |
| Language schools | Structured programs and group learning. | Less personalisation; slower progress due to shared time; teacher rotation. |
| Premium 1-to-1 coaching | Fast progress, confidence, and professional performance. | Requires focus and consistency—because you practise speaking every week. |
What usually holds people back
- Knowing the words, but freezing under pressure.
- Explaining ideas without structure (rambling).
- Pronunciation and pace that reduce credibility.
- Generic lessons that don’t match real work situations.
What we actually build
- Clear structure for answers and updates (so you don’t improvise).
- Professional phrasing for your role and sector.
- Speaking drills that remove hesitation and improve delivery.
- Confidence in Q&A, pushback, and unexpected questions.
Packages (simple, outcome-driven)
The right package depends on your timeline and the situations you face most often. If you want, send your goal and deadline and you’ll get a clear recommendation.
| Package | Best for | What it includes |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Session | You want clarity fast | Level check + speaking diagnostic + roadmap focused on your real scenarios. |
| 8-Week Sprint | Immediate performance improvement | Weekly 1-to-1 sessions + speaking drills + progress review + priority on meetings/presentations/interviews. |
| 12-Week Mastery | Consistency + confidence | Weekly coaching + deeper work on vocabulary, delivery, and professional writing where needed. |
Note: if you need a very specific “one event” prep (presentation next week / interview already booked), we can build a short intensive plan around that deadline.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an English tutor cost in Brussels?
It depends on experience, specialisation, and delivery format. Marketplaces can start low, while premium 1-to-1 coaching is priced higher because it includes planning, targeted drills, feedback loops and progress tracking. The best choice is the one aligned with your goal and timeline.
Do you teach Business English for Brussels professionals?
Yes. We focus on practical professional communication: meetings, presentations, stakeholder updates, negotiation language, and clear writing where needed. The coaching is built around your real work situations.
Can I take lessons online if I live in Brussels?
Absolutely. Online coaching works extremely well and allows recording, review and repetition. In-person sessions in Brussels can also be arranged depending on schedule and location.
What if my level is only intermediate?
That’s common. Many people understand English but freeze when speaking. We build structure, reduce hesitation, and improve delivery through speaking-first drills—so you sound clear and confident even without “perfect” English.
How quickly can I improve?
Most clients feel a difference within a few weeks if they practise consistently. For measurable change in professional situations, an 8–12 week plan is a realistic window, depending on your starting point and intensity.