Student of the Semester: Spring 2025
As the Spring Semester draws to a close it’s time to reveal our Student of the Semester… Laura!
Having started out in French Chick, Laura progressed to French Post-Chick and is now taking our Paris Patter course to focus on her pronunciation and conversation skills 🇫🇷 Plus, last summer Laura decided to challenge herself and started Italian Hatchling, and has since progressed to Italian Chick 🇮🇹
We asked Laura a few questions about her experience learning with us and her top tips for a successful language journey!
What made you start the classes at Lingo Flamingo?
I had just moved to the area when I started taking Chick French classes. I was looking for something to do after work in a social environment and practice the French I hadn’t used since my school days.
Which classes/levels have you attended?
I started with French Chick for a few semesters, then moved up to Post-Chick and just this semester I enrolled in Paris Patter to really focus on my speaking and pronunciation skills. I’ve enjoyed French so much that I decided to try something completely new. Last summer I took Hatchling Italian and have been working my way through Italian Chick these past few semesters as well.
Where did your language journey take you?
I love to travel, and I love putting in to practice what I learn in class. I also work for a global company with sites in France and Italy, so language learning has opened new doors for me that I hadn’t previously considered.
Do you have any tips for continued learning?
I am a big believer of life-long learning. I think the hardest part with starting anything new is taking that first step but I always like to remind myself that I know more today than I did yesterday.
How do you find the Lingo Flamingo classes?
The classes have the best atmosphere. I look forward to class each week as they’re always a good laugh and it’s nice to take time to do something just for myself.
When you’re not at Lingo Flamingo, what do you get up to?
You can usually find me in one of three places: at the gym, at a café or browsing the charity shops. During the summer I compete in the heavy events at Highland Games across Scotland (i.e. caber toss, hammer throw, etc.). I’m hoping in the next few years I get the chance to compete in France then it will be a true intersection of all my hobbies.
Thanks for speaking to us Laura and good luck as you continue your language journey!