Client testimonials

I am really pleased with having taken French as one of my A Levels. Staff at school are very supportive and always willing to give you a hand, however, as exams got closer I felt we were not doing enough in class to fully cover the syllabus within the time left. That is when I decided to contact Lorna to help me go through all the contents in the units.

I could not be more thankful to her now. Her teaching techniques reflect a high level of understanding of the way exams work. She clearly knows the best way to tackle the different exercises and how to make a successful impression in the speaking exam. What I enjoy the most about these tuitions is the opportunity to speak to her for a whole hour in French as she corrects my pronunciation and accent. I feel that I have improved a lot, and that is only in just a few classes!

I was feeling a bit lost with this subject at the beginning of the academic course, but thanks to Lorna I feel confident now and I hope to succeed in my exams!

Juan Marcos - A Level Student

I initially sought extra tuition for my daughter as she had missed a number of Spanish lessons at the start of the GCSE course due to illness. Her one to one lessons with Lorna enabled her to catch up extremely quickly, in fact, faster than I expected.  My daughter had further sessions for revision and these were invaluable as they focussed on her individual needs and Lorna taught her some very good revision techniques. 

The lessons were always productive as they were individual and Lorna's teaching style was encouraging and engaging, my daughter felt relaxed having the lessons but was motivated and wanted to succeed. 

My daughter felt that Lorna helped her to extend her range of vocabulary and to improve her Spanish accent, which gave her greater confidence for assessments and exams. Lorna also gave advice and instruction on some useful Internet sites and audio tools for use at home.

I would certainly recommend Lorna as a teacher and the cost of the lessons was most certainly money well spent. Despite my daughter continuing to have some health problems and absence from school, she completed her Spanish GCSE very successfully and achieved an A grade.

Catherine - Parent

Lorna helped me so much with my French and Spanish GCSE's. She is really patient and always went at my speed. I found this especially helpful as with my dyslexia I find processing language hard. Lorna seemed to know exactly what to try and how to help build my skills and confidence. With Lorna’s help I achieved very good grades in both French and Spanish and I am very pleased and grateful.

Heather - GCSE Student

I wholeheartedly recommend Lorna Wayth as a language tutor. She is kind, calm, reliable and thorough, with an excellent knowledge of the work needed to succeed in languages. Both my daughters benefitted significantly from working with Lorna on a regular basis and achieved excellent results at GCSE. 

Lorna has a very flexible teaching style enabling her to adapt to the specific needs of each individual child. Both of my daughters especially benefitted from repeated practice of listening papers so that they could become used to the different accents and speaking styles used in the listening exam, which there is so often not time to practice sufficiently in normal school lessons. Similarly detailed advice on the reading, writing and comprehension elements of French and Spanish built their confidence enormously, enabling them to relax and enjoy learning both French and Spanish, ultimately reducing the stress associated with language exams considerably.

Gen - Parent

I think I owe Lorna my languages GCSEs! She was really patient with me, which I needed as languages do not come easily for me. I decided to come to Lorna after my health stopped me from coming to school and my grades were really suffering. She worked with me specifically on my areas of weakness and paid attention to my learning style. Lorna used a variety of techniques to help me until we found ones that worked. I found I could relax in lessons and be completely honest about areas I didn't understand. Lorna patiently answered all of my questions, no matter how silly or small.

Lorna is really approachable and kind which makes her easy to talk to. I would seriously recommend Lorna to anyone looking for a language tutor.

Hannah - GCSE Student

I decided to start coming for lessons to work towards my A level oral exam, as I felt I needed more help and preparation. However, I was also able to use my lessons to prepare for the written exam, advancing my skills in essay writing, the structure and content alike. The lessons benefited me hugely. I acquired a much wider range of vocabulary and useful phrases, and improved my A level grade significantly as a result.

Molly - A Level Student

I initially decided to start taking private tutoring in Spanish during my GCSEs at Bournemouth Grammar School as despite its high standard of teaching, I felt it was not enough for me personally to achieve my desired grade of an A*. After only a couple of sessions with Mrs. Wayth, I immediately began to notice an improvement in my Spanish grade at school which went from a B to an A* in a short space of time and ultimately managed to score 96% overall in my Spanish GCSE. 

The lessons with Mrs. Wayth were very useful as she used a variety of exercises which dramatically improved my confidence with the language which I found to be invaluable, especially under stressful exam conditions. Being able to correctly use more complex and higher level vocabulary and structures rendered tasks such as the Writing and Listening much more straightforward.

David - GCSE Student

I initially started having lessons with Lorna because I lacked confidence and found the spoken language assessments stressful. Regular lessons with Lorna helped me overcome these problems and feel confident when doing the oral exams. I found Lorna's teaching approach to be encouraging and always positive. Through her help I achieved an A in GSCE French and a B in Spanish. I would highly recommend Lorna to anyone who needs help with languages and help with their confidence too.

Olivia - GCSE Student

At school I was in a big, mixed ability class and although I really enjoyed French I was finding it really hard to learn anything. My predicted grade was below a C at GCSE and it was very frustrating so my mum suggested I get some extra help. Lorna was amazing. She really got to know my learning style and tailored the lessons accordingly.

My listening was what I found hardest and so Lorna helped my technique for pulling out key words. Conversationally I felt really confident just chatting in my oral exam because I was so used to chatting with Lorna in French.

The lessons were really varied so I didn't get bored. I have always been really easily distracted, but I didn't find this a problem because it was varied and quick paced. 

Overall my French improved massively which my teacher noticed. I was over the moon when I got a B for GCSE and could never have achieved it without the extra help.

Emma - GCSE Student

I started taking lessons with Lorna because I felt that I was not able to achieve the highest grades by myself. I have just finished 2 years of tuition with Lorna and I am now very confident in my Spanish result which I am yet to receive. My older brother also had her as his Spanish tutor and he received an A* in Spanish. 

Lorna's lessons were very enjoyable and did not feel like a chore at all. I mainly enjoyed how each lesson was different and was not monotonous, this is what made every single lesson very engaging. Lorna always helped me get prepared for my exams in a very efficient manner and has never let me leave a single lesson without making sure that I have learned a lot during the lesson.

Overall, I strongly recommend Lorna because she is a brilliant teacher who not only cares for the student, but also motivates the student to be the best they can be.

George - GCSE Student

I had extra tuition with Lorna throughout my A Level Spanish course. I was struggling with everything and having attained quite a low mark in my mock at AS level, my confidence was extremely low. Lorna was truly amazing. The lessons were structured around my needs and were fun. She instilled confidence and belief in myself. I loved every single lesson and achieved an A grade in my A2. An amazing tutor.

Jodie - A Level Student

I have lived in Spain for a few years but I only had a very small understanding of the language and certainly no confidence to speak it. I was a bit overwhelmed when I first started learning, but Lorna put me at ease instantly and was able to pitch my lessons perfectly to my level. She is expert at structuring the lessons to my needs to increase my confidence and learning. Her teaching techniques are varied, so it remains interesting and she puts a huge amount of effort into sending me consolidation tasks each week which are tailored to me and remind me how far I come each lesson.

The one-to-one lessons have benefited me hugely. I am delighted with how much Spanish I am learning and I look forward to my lessons each week. My confidence in speaking and understanding the language has surprised me.

Lorna is very supportive and patient and cares about your progress. She is an amazing tutor and if you are looking to learn a language, I can't recommend her highly enough.

Karen - Adult Language Learner

Before starting the Time Out for Parents of Teenagers course, I sometimes felt lost and full of self-doubt. Parenting a teenager can be overwhelming, and I wasn’t sure I was getting it right. This course has been a turning point for me. I now feel more confident in my parenting and much better equipped to handle the challenges that come with teenagers!

One of the most powerful things I learned was understanding why teenagers behave and react the way they do. This is helping me to pause and respond with empathy instead of reacting with frustration. It has already made a difference in my relationship with my children. I’ve come away with practical skills I’m already using, especially staying calm and giving space before difficult conversations. I feel much more confident to handle conflict with my daughter, and to set and stick to boundaries than I did at the beginning of the course.

The group discussions were incredibly valuable. Being able to share and talk openly with other parents made me realise that we’re all facing similar challenges which was reassuring and uplifting. ‘We are all in the same boat.’

Lorna, our facilitator, was wonderful. She was warm, calm, empathetic and very knowledgeable. She created a relaxed, supportive space where everyone felt safe to share without judgement.

If you’re parenting a teenager, or children of any age, and feeling unsure, I would wholeheartedly recommend this course. It’s supportive, empowering and transformative.

Leah - Parent on Time Out for Parents Course

Working with Lorna over several online sessions helped me rebuild my self-confidence in different areas of my life. One of the biggest things she helped me realise was that I had been running on empty for a long time, trying to do everything myself without taking the time to recharge or spend quality time with friends and family.

In today’s busy, high-pressure lifestyles it’s so important to look after ourselves, but I think I had forgotten how to do that. For several years I’d experienced low moods from time to time and felt overwhelmed, especially as a parent. Lorna never lectured or made me feel judged. Instead, she listened deeply and gently guided me towards greater clarity and self-awareness, helping me reconnect with what I needed to feel more like myself again.

Since working with her, I’ve made more space for fun and meaningful time with my family. I feel less stressed, more present, and honestly a nicer person to be around. Even my kids smile more. I don't snap at them as much or get so irritated.

At first, I wondered if paying 'just talk to someone' might feel self-indulgent, but the process has been valuable and life-changing. I felt calmer from the first session and heard throughout. Even though our sessions were online, the connection and supportive atmosphere were as strong as if we’d been in the same room.

I feel more alive and less mentally overloaded than I have in a long time. It has been amazing value for money, and I’m so grateful. If anyone else is feeling stuck, overwhelmed or a bit lost in life or parenting, I would without hesitation recommend working with Lorna.

Hazel - Parent: Self-Care and Avoiding Burnout Sessions

This course was absolutely brilliant. I joined because I wanted to better understand how to communicate with my teens and learn calmer parenting approaches. I already had a good relationship with my children, but the challenges of the teenage years made me want extra support in maintaining a positive connection.

The course really shone a light on what parenting actually is. It helped me see and understand my children’s needs and struggles more clearly, and I now feel more confident in how I parent. The skills I’ve learned and developed are already making a huge difference in my relationship with my children.

There was so much valuable content, ideas, and practical information, even around things I hadn't fully thought about or realised before. It was great to connect with other parents, share ideas, and have space to reflect on our parenting patterns. Taking time to notice and adjust our habits has been helpful in building a foundation of openness with our children.

Our facilitator, Lorna, was engaging, kind, and motivating, creating a supportive atmosphere where everyone felt comfortable sharing and learning together. She encouraged discussion, reflection, and practical application, which made the learning feel real and achievable. Despite all of us being busy parents, no one missed a session during the full six weeks. That says a lot about how valuable the course was.

I would recommend this course to every family. It offers insights, practical tools, and a supportive community that makes parenting feel easier, calmer, and more connected.

Max - Parent on Time Out for Parents Course

I’m looking forward to getting started on the Time Out for Parents of Early Years course that Lorna is running. I’ve heard a lot about her sessions for parents of teens, and I’ve been hoping she would offer something specifically for parents of younger children.

With my little ones, it’s hard to travel in the evenings, so the remote learning format is perfect for our family and fits well with our routine. I want to take this course because, as a parent, it’s important to understand my children’s needs early and build positive habits from the start. I want to feel confident in my parenting and, when I have a wobble, be able not to shout or get cross, instead to make calm, healthy decisions about setting boundaries and helping my children manage their behaviour. I’m keen to learn more about different parenting styles and how to nurture my child’s self-esteem and security at this stage, so they have a strong foundation ready for school. I also hope to feel more connected as my children grow and to establish patterns that support healthy, positive development.

I’ve heard that Lorna is engaging and supportive, which makes me feel more confident about meeting online with her and the other parents. I’m excited to share experiences, learn practical tools, and connect with families in the same stage of parenting.

When I looked online for similar courses, many were far more expensive, so this price feels like good value. It costs a fortune to become a competent driver, all that money you have to spend on driving lessons, so to me, investing in becoming a confident, calm, and consistent parent feels even more worthwhile! I want to help my children grow into balanced, happy, confident, and kind people, and this course feels like the right opportunity to do that.

Laura - Parent on Time Out for Parents Course

We really recommend this course to take the time out to learn, reflect, recognise behaviours and share with others. It was especially beneficial doing it together (Mum and Dad) for a more unified approach to parenting benefiting the whole family. Lorna put us at ease, and was kind and supportive. Just wish we’d done it sooner! 

Amelia - Parent on Time Out for Parents Course