Who is Evolve English for?
✔️ You’re serious about improving your writing to level C1 +
You’re ready to invest time and effort into becoming a confident C1+ level writer.
✔️ You’re preparing for Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE) or IELTS
You want an examiner‑trained teacher who can show you exactly how to develop your writing skills to score Band 7.0 or above in IELTS or to pass your Cambridge C1
✔️ You want personalised, structured feedback and guidance
You prefer a clear plan, targeted feedback, and lessons that focus on your real writing weaknesses and how to improve
✔️ You want lessons (pre-recorded or 'live')
I can provide clear video lessons to teach you how to become a better writer or you can book a 'live' lesson
If you’re motivated and ready to improve, my courses, feedback and support will help you do exactly that.
About me, the teacher - Richard
British Native English Speaker
I am a native English speaker with a clear, standard accent that students find easy to understand
IELTS examiner
I have taught IELTS for 15 years and was an examiner
Qualified to teach English
I have a degree in English, a PGCE to teach English and a CELTA
Cambridge C1 Advanced examiner
I first taught CAE in 2013 and was also an examiner
Experienced
I have been teaching for 20 years in the classroom and online, with particular focus on teaching IELTS and Cambridge exams and supporting students in finding employment
Learn more about my teaching style, experience and how I help students make progress
What do my students say?
Karmele (Spain)
Richard's lesson are always engaging, effetive and fun. My English wasn't great but he helped me pass my FCE and study CAE. I learnt so much from him. "
Lina (Germany)
"I passed CAE on my first attempt thanks to lessons with Richard. The structure and support were exactly what I needed."
Tomasz (Poland)
"Richard supported me in writing a CV and a letter to get interviews. With his support I was able to pass my interview."
Ana (Spain)
"Richard helped me move from B2 to C1 in just a few months. His feedback is so clear and practical — I finally understand my mistakes."
Sebham (Turkey)
Richard was the best English teacher I ever had. He taught me how important structure and academic language was to get a 7,5 in writing in IELTS. And i did it!
Caroline (Brazil)
"I studied in Richard's IELTS class. He was a great teacher but also a really nice person and knew how to improve my confidence in speaking."
