About us

Confident English seeks to equip people of all ages and backgrounds with the English skills and confidence needed to succeed at school, at work or in the wider community.

We are firm believers in:

  • Supporting learners through excellent teaching, patience and goodwill;
  • Challenging learners by the use of stimulating, authentic materials and activities; and
  • Encouraging a ‘can-do’ attitude towards learning and achievement

Community Partners

For stakeholders within the community this means investing in ESOL courses that build learner confidence as they navigate everyday life, communicating with neighbours, shop assistants, GP and healthcare officials and the local school. Helping people to engage better with one another, to tackle isolation and strengthen a sense of belonging.

Here are quotes from stakeholders who have partnered with Confident English to provide ESOL courses within the community, click here to read more on our Community Partners testimonials page.

We are trialling a different approach to ESOL delivery and Katie has listened and adapted her usual service offering to meet our needs. 
Jeremy Keeley – Operations and Development Manager, South Hill Centre

Katie at Confident English is an exceptional ESOL tutor who has supported our learners for the past two years. She works in a flexible, trauma-informed and highly adaptable way…
Jenny Scott – Refugee Council ESOL Coordinator

Business Partners

For businesses this means providing bespoke English courses to companies that wish to invest in their staff to better meet business needs and offer employees internal career development pathways.

Here are quotes from business clients that have been helped by Confident English, click here to read more on our business testimonials page.

“We wanted a provider who would combine our business objectives with a positive learning experience. We are more than happy with the service provided by Confident English.”
Claire – HR Manager, Crowne Plaza Kensington

“I would recommend Confident English to any company wishing to improve levels of English within their business.”
Helen – HR Director, Charlie Bigham’s

“I have a better vocabulary now. I can see the difference when I’m talking to my customers.”
David – Food and Beverage Commis, Sofitel St James

School Partners

For schools this means giving students a solid foundation in English that they can build upon in order to fully engage with the school curriculum and school life.

Here are quotes from school leaders’ testimonials, and a quote from a student, click here to read more on our schools testimonials page.

“Our school EAL department really valued the support and specialised expertise that Confident English brought to the table.”
Jon Nagle – Vice Principal, The Grange Academy, Bushey

“They understand the importance of a supportive and encouraging learning environment, whilst ensuring that students have clear, achievable goals to work towards.”
Laura Edgar – Deputy Head, Hertswood Academy, Borehamwood

“This course is one of the reasons why my English has improved compared to the day I first started school. My teacher tries hard to help us learn. She explains everything we don’t know in a polite language, in a language we understand. Everything is going very well now.” 
VD (yr11) – Student at Hertswood Academy, Borehamwood

Katie Ostrowski, Managing Director, Confident English Ltd

Managing Director: Katie Ostrowski

Katie Ostrowski is a British born language professional with a passion for helping people fulfil their potential through better language and communication skills.

She has over 20 years experience of teaching within the English language sector. She holds a Masters in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (with distinction) from the Institute of Education, London; a PGCE in Teaching ESOL to Adults; and a BA in German and Management Studies. She also speaks French and colloquial Spanish.

katie@confidentenglish.co.uk