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We are kicking off our much anticipated language classes, starting with Spanish and French taught by our professional, qualified instructors. Italian, German, and BSL will follow in the next couple of months!
We've always seen the shop as more than just a bookshop and wanted it to be a place you were as comfortable buying a coffee or signing up for an event as you were buying a book. Now, we fully realise that vision with the launch of our language classes, a key part of our cultural programming!
"Since taking over at Simply Books, language classes have been top of our list to launch but only if we could hit the highest quality bar that we set for ourselves. After much effort, we think we've done it with our unique mix of highly qualified instructors and perfect bookshop setting."
Join interactive lessons, get expert feedback, and test your skills in a supportive community
Each class has a maximum of 10 learners, meaning you get the support and attention you need
Courses run for a maximum of 10 weeks, which means you don't need to lock yourself in for a full year
We have selected only the most highly qualified and engaging instructors for our courses
After training and working as an actor, Adam changed course in 2005 and took on the challenge of learning Spanish as an adult while spending time in Madrid. After five years of dedicated study, he became a Spanish teacher, completing a PGCE at the University of Manchester before teaching in secondary schools for several years. From 2018 to 2024, he lived in Aberdeen, where he taught both Spanish and Drama. Now based in England, he focuses on teaching Spanish to adults, a long-held ambition. He enjoys the shift in audience—so far, no detentions or phone calls home have been necessary!
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Amélie moved to the UK ten years ago to complete a PhD in French Studies. She has been teaching French ever since, both privately or in institutions such as the Alliance Française. She is now a teaching and learning professional, specialised in interdisciplinary learning and teaching theories of leadership to 100s of students each year at the University of Manchester. Her research background is in pedagogy in the arts, and she is passionate about how we learn and how knowledge can be most effectively transmitted in various environments. She is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.
One simple payment for your whole course
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Start your French adventure with our fun and accessible beginner class—perfect for new learners, or rusty ones!
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From the streets of Barcelona to the markets of Mexico City, learning Spanish opens doors to a vibrant and diverse world
Kickstart your Spanish journey with our fun, beginner-friendly class—no experience needed!
Expand your Spanish skills and gain confidence in conversation with our intermediate class!
Explore the elegance of French—the language of art, culture, and global influence, spoken on five continents
Start your French adventure with our fun and accessible beginner class—perfect for new learners, or rusty ones!
Take your French further with our intermediate class—build fluency and refine your skills!
We have even more linguistic delights coming very soon- register your interest now!
From the streets of Rome to the hills of Tuscany, learning Italian connects you to a world of passion and tradition
From the buzzing streets of Berlin to the fairytale castles of Bavaria, learning German opens doors to a rich and dynamic world
Discover the beauty of British Sign Language—a vibrant, visual language that connects communities across the UK
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