Friendly Certified teacher IELTS, FCE, CAE Exam preparation General & Conversational English & Welsh
Teaches
English
Native
Welsh
Native
Speaks
Spanish
French
Basque
Portuguese
Sinhala
Specialties
Test Preparation
Friendly Certified teacher IELTS, FCE, CAE Exam preparation General & Conversational English & Welsh
About Me
Resume & Certificates
From United KingdomLiving in Other, Sri Lanka (20:41 UTC+05:30)
About Me
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InterestsMusicReadingFilms & TV SeriesHistoryTravel
Hi, I’m Rhys—a native Welsh and English teacher from the UK, passionate about helping you achieve your language goals. With 6 years’ experience and advanced qualifications, I specialize in Welsh and English for all levels, plus expert exam preparation (IELTS, Cambridge). My lessons blend real-life culture, practical language, and proven methods, so you’ll gain confidence fast. I love sharing stories from my travels in the UK, Spain, and Sri Lanka, and I’m always excited to connect over music, history, politics, philosophy, theology and sport. Ready to start? Message me or book a trial—let’s make your language journey a success!
My teaching material
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Presentation slides/PPT
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Video files
Articles and news
Test templates and examples
Homework Assignments
Certificates
NQT induction Certificate - Education Workforce Council - 2025This is my certificate certifying that I have passed my first year of professional teaching at a UK secondary School (NQT), giving me the status of a fully qualified teacher. I taught Welsh second language at a UK Secondary school for one year.
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30 Hour Teaching IELTS Preparation Course - The TEFL Institute - 2025This course taught me the structure and specifics of the IELTS exam, trained me how to teach the specific parts of the exam, including exam strategies, giving feedback and how to mark both writing and speaking parts of the exam.
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2024 - 2025
Teacher of WelshSt Cyres School - Penarth, United KingdomI taught Welsh second language as a full time teacher in a UK secondary school.
Education
2023 - 2024
Bachelor’s - Secondary PGCECardiff Metropolitan UniversityPost Graduate Certificate of Education (PGCE) in the teaching of Modern Foreign Languages through the medium of Welsh. Included written assignments including classroom interventions whilst on two secondary school placements. The placements were Welsh medium schools where I taught Spanish, French and Welsh first language. This allows me to teach as a secondary school teacher in the UK.
Work Experience
2021 - 2023
English TeacherPeople Idiomas - Vitoria-Gasteiz, SpainI was an English teacher in a language academy. I taught ages 10-60+, A1-C2 including exam preparation (Cambridge English First Exam, Advanced and Proficiency).
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59
Students
481
Lessons
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Attendance rate
99%
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Rating
59
Students
481
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
English Lessons
English
Welsh
Trial Lesson
29 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Unstructured English conversational lesson
B2 - C2Conversation72 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Package with 11% off
Structured English lesson
A1 - C2Language Essentials212 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 11% off
IELTS, CAE, FCE test preparation
B1 - C1Test Preparation52 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
Package with 11% off
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29 Reviews
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English
Welsh
Julia
42 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Rhys is very friendly and open-minded. He prepares each lesson very professionally and tailors them to individual needs. He speaks in a way that is easy to understand, responds to questions in a very helpful and clear manner and always leaves enough space for students to express themselves and bring up their own topics and concerns. I really enjoy his lessons!
May 7, 2026
Maria Laura Peralta
23 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Such a great teacher! I am preparing to sit the CAE, and Rhys has been teaching me the best strategies to successfully pass it. Great examples, feedback and explanations!
Feb 24, 2026
Julia
42 English lessons
Very interesting stuff in each lesson, very friendly and open-minded teacher. Thank you Rhys!
May 11, 2026
Brooke Donnelly
3 Welsh lessons
Teacher’s pick
Great class! Diolch yn fawr. Rhys is an absolutely fantastic Welsh teacher. His classes are engaging, well-structured, and genuinely enjoyable. He’s a true professional who comes extremely well-prepared to the lesson. Rhys uses a variety of teaching methods that keep things interesting and help the material really sink in. He has a wonderful way of explaining things clearly and patiently, especially when it comes to pronunciation. What I loved most was how quickly he got us speaking Welsh — even in the very first lesson. He also provided a helpful overview of both the Welsh language and the culture of Wales, which made the learning experience feel much richer. Rhys is not only knowledgeable but also really fun to listen to and speak with. His warm and encouraging style makes you feel comfortable practicing and making mistakes. I couldn’t recommend him highly enough. If you’re thinking of learning Welsh, definitely book a class with Rhys.
May 1, 2026
IELTS Teacher John
13 Welsh lessons
I have been having Welsh classes with Rhys as a beginner. He has helped me tremendously on my journey, building my confidence and giving me the chance to speak in Welsh. You will get so much more out of your learning than from using Duolingo alone. His classes are professional, with slides and plenty of opportunity to practise speaking. Afterwards, he provides all the learning materials for you to self-study. I would highly recommend him.
May 13, 2026
Gus Infante
8 Welsh lessons
Rhys is very patient and enthusiastic. A great teacher!