A personalised C1-level diagnostic with detailed feedback and a clear improvement plan



A one-off session for advanced learners who want honest, professional guidance on their real level — and practical advice on how to improve.

Get your C1 English Check-up to find out how to improve and reach your goals


C1 English Check-up


£110


50-minute session + personalised report and action plan.

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  • No subscription
  • One-off payment



Are you “almost” C1 — but not quite sure?

Maybe you’re an advanced learners but you’ve reached a point where:

  • You speak fluently, but small mistakes still appear
  • Your writing feels “nearly right” but not confident
  • You’re unsure if you’re really at C1 level
  • You don’t know what to focus on next
  • Self-study feels unfocused or frustrating


If that sounds familiar, this session is designed for you.


What Is the Advanced English Check-Up?



This is not an English lesson. It’s a professional language assessment and strategy session, designed to give you:

  • Clear, honest feedback
  • Insight into your real strengths and weaknesses
  • A practical plan for improvement
  • Confidence about your next steps


You’ll leave knowing exactly what matters most.

What you get in your C1 check-up

In this session you receive:

  • 50 minutes of focused, personalised speaking and discussion
  • Optional mock C1 / IELTS speaking and writing assessment
  • Review of your written work
  • Live feedback and correction
  • Detailed analysis of grammar, vocabulary, fluency, and pronunciation
  • A comprehensive personalised written report
  • A personalised study and improvement plan


This session takes up an hour for the diagnostic test and then an hour of professional analysis and preparation for the written report and feedback.
You’re paying for expertise, depth, and clarity — not just time.


Who the C1 Check-up is for…


You’re around B2–C1 level

This session is ideal if you feel you’re at strong B2 or C1 level.
At this stage, fossilised errors and small gaps often become more noticeable — even when your English feels fluent. This check-up helps you identify and work on them before they become long-term habits.


You Study Independently and Want Clear Direction

If you mostly learn through books, apps, videos, or online resources, this session gives you professional guidance on what really matters — so you don’t waste time on the wrong things.


You’re Considering an Exam (Now or in the Future)

Whether you’re preparing for Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE) or IELTS — soon or later — this check-up shows you where you currently stand and what you need to focus on to improve your score.


You Use English at Work

If you use English in meetings, emails, presentations, or international teams, this session helps you improve your clarity, accuracy, and confidence in real professional situations.


You Feel “Stuck”

Many advanced learners reach a point where progress feels slow.
If you feel you’ve stopped improving despite regular practice, this session is designed to help you move forward again.

You Want Real, Practical Progress

This is for you if you want honest feedback, clear priorities, and realistic next steps — and you’re ready to work on your English with focus and purpose.


What Most Students Gain From This Session

A woman with long hair smiles while engaging in conversation with another person at a cozy café setting.


This session is designed to save you time, energy, and frustration.

After the check-up, students typically say they:

Feel more confident about their real level

Know exactly what to focus on

Stop wasting time on the wrong materials

Understand their recurring mistakes and patterns

Have a clear direction for improving their English and achieving their goals

” I believe people improve their English most when they’re talking about things that matter to them — when they’re trying to connect, understand each other, and share ideas. Language develops naturally when communication feels real.”

— MY TEACHING PHILOSOPHY

How it works

The process is simple and designed to give you the most useful feedback in the shortest possible time.

  1. You book and pay online.
  2. We agree what speaking and writing to focus on
  3. You send me a short piece of writing (200–250 words)
  4. I send you a private link to book your 50-minute session
  5. We meet online for your diagnostic session
  6. I analyse your speaking and writing
  7. You receive your personalised report within 3–7 days

With your permission, the session is recorded for analysis only and is never shared.

Simple, professional, clear.

Who am I?

I’m Heather — an English coach specialising in advanced learners, exam preparation, and professional communication.

I’ve helped hundreds of adults improve their English through thoughtful, practical, and human-centred teaching.

I created these discussion groups for learners who want to think deeply, communicate clearly, and grow in confidence — not just “pass a test”.

Heather Hughes - English teacher specialising in Englsh for IELTS and Cambridge, for job seekers and workers, and also for academic purposes. Oh and for reading and literature  too!

What happens after the check-up?


Many students use this session as a starting point.

Afterwards, you may choose to:


There is no obligation to continue with lessons with me.

The choice is always yours.

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