A fully personalised learning journey
All courses at Regina Coeli start with an intake conversation in which we get to know you. We want to understand who you are, your background, how you’ll use the language and what your goals are. The intake is the foundation for a programme tailored entirely to you, from start to finish.
You will work intensively with a team of native trainers who'll guide you in the language not only in terms of the vocabulary and grammar, but in the nuance, tone, style and cultural context too. The result? You learn to speak the language correctly, with confidence, finesse and awareness of your surroundings.
Learning in flow: the power of intensity
Our courses are intensive and usually take place over several days. This helps your brain get into a state flow: deep concentration in which you learn faster, retain more and study better.
The variation between private lessons, self-study, coaching and informal practice keeps you alert and engaged. By immersing yourself in the language fully, you make rapid progress: you get to grips with the language, can apply what you learn immediately and truly make the language your own.
Understanding culture: the key to effective communication
Using a foreign language involves more than words and grammar. How you say something also affects how your message is received. What sounds clear in one culture may come across as too direct, distant or perhaps too cautious in another.
That is why our native-speaker trainers include culture in the lessons, e-learning and group activities. You learn to recognise and bridge cultural differences, so you can adapt your message to the person you are speaking with, the situation and the international context in which you communicate.
Scientifically grounded: brain-based learning in practice
Our method is strongly inspired by the principles of brain-based learning – a field that studies how the human brain learns and retains information best. Scientific research shows that effective learning requires the following.
- A safe and inspiring learning environment
- Content that aligns with the learner's situation, personal goals and motivation
- A wide variety of learning activities
- Active use of multiple senses
We apply these principles in everything we do. You will learn in realistic situations with meaningful input. You will see, hear, speak and write the language, and link it directly to your life and work. The result? You will understand faster, remember and apply what you learn more effectively.
Transfer as the core of learning
At Regina Coeli, we believe that a course is only successful if you can apply what you’ve learned. This is why we focus explicitly on transferring everything you cover with us to real-life situations.
We use a range of strategies proven to enhance transfer:
- Activating prior knowledge
- Creating intrinsic motivation
- Repeating and deepening learning material in context
- Practising realistic, personal scenarios
Our trainers will help you master the language and guide you on how to continue learning and applying your skills.
Learning a language in the context of your work
Language learning works best when you practise with situations from your own working life. That is why our training courses are tailored to your role, goals and daily communication. This may include meetings, presentations, emails, phone calls, or contact with clients and colleagues.
Our trainers help you develop the exact language skills you need for your work. You build the vocabulary, phrases and confidence that match your role. In this way, language becomes more than a separate skill. It becomes a practical tool you can use directly in your professional environment.
The Common European Framework of Reference as a benchmark
We use the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) to measure your language skills objectively. This international framework helps our trainers determine your starting level, monitor progress and make your improvements more measurable.
The CEFR acts as a benchmark and a guide for making content choices for your programme. We know exactly where you stand in each skill (listening, reading, speaking and writing) and how to get you to the next level. At the end of your course, you’ll receive a certificate with your new levels.
A method with roots and a future
The foundation of our method was laid by the Canonesses of St. Augustine. We’re commonly known as the “Nuns of Vught”. The sisters’ vision was simple yet forward-thinking: people learn best in an environment of peace, personal attention and meaningful engagement.
Over sixty years later, we have continued to build on their philosophy, enriched with modern insights from neuroscience, language pedagogy and psychology. This combination has made us who we are today.
For individuals and teams
The Regina Coeli Method is also suitable for teams and organisations. We design each programme based on specific learning objectives, context and group dynamics. Our team training sessions combine language skills with team building and collaboration. Participants learn from us, but with and from each other too.
Contact us
Want to see what the Regina Coeli Method can mean for you or your organisation? Contact us for a personal consultation.