General English training eligible for CPF in Vincennes or remotely

Progress effectively with tailor-made English training

Learn English at your own pace with my flexible or intensive training courses.

Whether you want to review the basics or improve your speaking fluency, you choose the duration, format, and level that suits you.

Whether in-person in Vincennes or online, each course is tailored to your goals. Your initial level is assessed at the beginning of the course, and I'll guide you through a structured and motivating program.

Why choose this training?

An experienced teacher: 15+ years of experience, Qualiopi certified
Two formats available:
→ Intensive program for rapid progress
→ Flexible program to learn at your own pace
A personalized journey: initial assessment, clear objectives, measured progress
Interactive courses + e-learning: personalized content created by James
Eligible for CPF: possibility of support, TOEIC preparation included

Training prerequisites

The minimum level required is A1. Even with little experience in English, you can already reach this level, corresponding to the understanding and use of simple everyday sentences. A free level assessment is carried out before the start of the course.

Objective

You progress thanks to:

regular individual lessons with James Batchelor, a leading trainer and native English speaker,
personalized e-learning activities, created according to your level and interests,
authentic oral exchanges , particularly with English speakers, to transform your acquired knowledge into real reflexes.

Language skills developed:

Ask questions with ease and interact naturally
Talking about your past, your present, and your plans more fluently
Give your opinion, qualify it, and justify it simply.
Making suggestions, giving advice, and reacting spontaneously
Improve your speaking fluency through regular, guided practice
Gaining confidence when communicating with a variety of English-speaking people

Target levels and method

This training aims for a B1 objective , on a range between B1.9 and B1.11, integrated into a progressive method structured in 22 levels, from A1 to C1.

A precise initial positioning allows you to define your starting point and build a path that is truly adapted to your situation.

Pedagogical approach

You will benefit from individual support from start to finish.

Each training course is entirely tailor-made : the content, the themes covered, the materials and the activities are adjusted to your specific needs, your pace and your personal objectives.

Content

This training program is designed, delivered, and monitored by James Batchelor, who personally creates all lessons, e-learning activities, and teaching materials.

The objective is clear: to help you progress toward a functional B1 level while developing real oral confidence and ease.

Course organization

One-to-one 40-minute lessons with the trainer
Recommended pace: 1 to 3 lessons per week to ensure steady progress
Primary focus on spoken expression, fluency, and spontaneity
Live corrections, reformulations, and targeted advice to build confidence quickly

Between each lesson, you complete two 30-minute e-learning activities.

These activities are created by the trainer and adapted to your level, objectives, and personal interests (videos, audio, reading, guided reflection). They help consolidate what is learned between sessions and ensure continuous exposure to English.

Availability
Lessons are available from Tuesday to Friday, between 12:00 and 20:00 (subject to availability).

Authentic experiences with TalkAbroad
In addition to lessons with the trainer, participants benefit from online conversations with English speakers from around the world, through a partnership with TalkAbroad.

These exchanges offer a unique opportunity to:

put classroom learning into practice
speak with a variety of conversation partners
gain fluency and confidence in spoken English
discover different accents, cultures, and ways of expressing ideas

Participants book their sessions directly on the TalkAbroad platform.

The trainer provides guidance in choosing conversation topics in order to maximize the pedagogical value of each exchange.

Initial placement and target levels

This training program is designed to reach a B1 level, within a range from B1.9 to B1.11, depending on individual progress.

Following a precise initial placement assessment, the program may begin from level A1.4.

The learning path is then built progressively and in a fully personalized way, with the objective of reaching up to level B1.11 at most, depending on:

your starting level
your personal objectives
the number of sub-levels covered during the training

This flexibility makes it possible to adapt the duration and intensity of the program to your actual situation, while maintaining a clear and measurable objective.

Linguistic progression
A1.1, A1.2, A1.3, A1.4, A2.5, A2.6, A2.7, A2.8, B1.9, B1.10, B1.11, B1.12, B1.13, B1.14, B2.15, B2.16, B2.17, B2.18, B2.19, C1.20, C1.21, C1.22

Within the B1.9 to B1.11 range, you will work in particular on:

past tenses to describe experiences clearly
the present perfect to talk about experiences and recent situations
future forms to express plans, intentions, and predictions
modal verbs to give advice, make suggestions, and express obligation
comparatives and expressions of change
guided spoken interactions and short, structured written productions

Support and certification

The training is certified by the TOEIC (RS7229) at the end of the program.

Participants commit to sitting the scheduled exams in order to obtain the targeted certification.

A 10-hour e-learning module is included to become familiar with the format, expectations, and specific features of the TOEIC certification.

The exam is taken remotely, within a 12-month period, with registration handled by James Batchelor.

Expected results

Upon completion of the training, you will be able to:

Communicate more easily and naturally in English
To recount experiences and express your ideas more fluently
Participate more actively in conversations in English
Feeling more comfortable speaking with English-speaking people
Approaching the TOEIC (RS7229) certification with a better understanding of its format