LALS has hundreds of happy clients every year. Our highly trained staff strives at all times to give our clients the best possible service. Many of our clients come to us through word of mouth and a good percentage from our website. These are just few examples of what our clients think about us:

IN-HOUSE TRAINING

"It is not easy to find a company which will focus on Latin American Spanish as opposed to European Spanish and this is a very valuable service to me in view of my work."
HEAD OF REGION, AMERICAS, BBC WORLD SERVICE

"LALS’ personal touch in dealing with their clients as well as their constant follow up in my learning made all the difference."
RICHARD WHITE, CONFEDERATION OF BRITISH INDUSTRIES

"LALS’ highly professional approach in dealing with business people and their cost effective individual programme makes them first choice for those going to Latin America."
WAYNE CHANDLER, TROPICAL FOODS LTD

"LALS’ course was aimed specifically at our practical needs."
DAVID BARKER, LONDON MARITIME PARTNERSHIP

"LALS’ teachers were excellent and I felt relaxed during my classes. I have been enormously encouraged to speak Spanish during my weekly sessions. They went at my own pace of learning and I felt confident speaking a foreign language."
LADY CRICKHOWELL

"I found the personal approach extremely beneficial; particularly individual weaker points being addressed on a one to one basis. This is a friendly and approachable way of learning a new language."
JENNIFER ELLIS

"I found the lessons very useful, and recommend them to anyone who is interested in learning Spanish."
RICHARD NAPIER, BANKERS TRUST COMPANY

"Learning a new language with LALS is a fun experience, not a chore."
JACQUI WRIGHT, NATIONAL POWER

"A very flexible service that matched well my requirements."
RICHARD SMITH

"After many years of not studying Spanish in London, LALS has renewed my interest in taking up the language again."
GENE CLECKLEY

"Lots of positive feedback, well structured exercises and a focus on practical use of the language
ROGER BOOKER

"Excellent use of limited time to ensure we acquired basic skills which were of huge value on our holiday in Cuba".
PAM ALEXANDER

ENGLISH

"We could not have found a better company than LALS, which specialises in dealing with Latin American diplomats and business people. They have met our linguistic needs and given us a wide knowledge of British culture. Flexible courses are crucial for diplomats and we found this flexibility with LALS."
DIPLOMAT, PERUVIAN EMBASSY

"LALS’ made-to-measure courses and their professional and discreet approach prove that they understand diplomats. This is a first class service for diplomats to master how to give presentations to a British public as well as to perfect their English."
DIPLOMAT, PERUVIAN EMBASSY

"We found LALS and their efficient manner in dealing with Latin American diplomats very useful in cultural areas. Their made-to-measure English courses met my personal and professional needs in the language."
DIPLOMAT, ECUADORIAN EMBASSY

"The teacher was very well prepared and the classes were flexible and professional."
SILVIA CEBALLOS, MEXICAN EMBASSY

CRASH COURSES

"The course was very flexible and useful, instilling confidence in those attending the classes and encouraging them to try to speak the language to native speakers."
DENISSE RIDDELL, ACCOUNTANT

"A well-structured and practical course, delivered in a relaxed atmosphere with tolerance of pupils with limited aptitude."
DR C GOODSON-WICKES, MEDARC LTD

"LALS’ crash courses are excellent for business people who would like to make a good impression on their Latin American clients. I feel confident to greet and to introduce myself and my business partners in a second language."
ANDREW STOREY, PARIBAS

"The crash course was exactly what I was looking for. The key business phrases that I learned gave me confidence to try and use the language for my next business meeting in Latin America."
ALISON WHITE

GROUP PROGRAMMES

"We would definitely recommend LALS’ course. Not only did we find it fun, but we have also gained a sound knowledge of the basics of Spanish which will undoubtedly help us in our travels to Central America."
NATALIE HOMALIA & DERECK MURRIA

"An encouraging way to learn a new language."
ANDREW MANING

"I enjoyed learning about the culture as well as the language. I always left the class having learnt new things."
ALISON GILL

"A fun small and social group in which to make new friends and learn Spanish in a non-school environment. More useful than standard evening classes that are only geared for holiday users."
TESSA DE LA VEGA

"Excellent value, the small size of the class made for a more intense lesson."
DAVID KERR

"LALS’ teachers put me at ease, I felt confident to speak a lot of Spanish."
SALLY BURTON

"Very intensive and enjoyable."
GABRIELLE STEEN

"Helpful, relaxed environment, conducive to learning."
NORMA GIBOON

"Broad methodical and provided good grounding for every day use."
PHILIP EMSLEY

"A very positive experience. I have no complaints! Homework correction detailed and prompt, grammar presentation was patient and well explained, knowledge of Latin American culture was a bonus. I enjoyed it very much."
MATTHEW HEARD

TOTAL IMMERSION

"LALS’ programme in Ecuador was excellent. I really enjoyed studying in a total immersion course with good teachers and a beautiful school."
RICHARD SMITH

"User friendly, fast, easy and efficient with relevant information on countries available. The school had a pretty garden setting, clean kitchen area, spacious study areas and lunch facilities available. My host family was friendly, welcoming and caring."
SUSAN STEPHENSON, KGMD

"LALS provided me with the host family suitable for me. Taking a Total Immersion course in Peru has taught me not only the language but also about the rich culture in that beautiful part of the world."
AMANDA WRIGHT

TRANSLATION & INTERPRETATION

"Invaluable help to win our world known Ecuadorian case"
RICHARD EAST, CADWALADER LAW FIRM

"Having a Latin American interpreter for my Latin American customer, made all the difference to my business deal."
BRIAN ALLMAN, MARKETING MANAGER, SIMRAD OPTRONICS LTD

"LALS’ interpreter was excellent and very professional. We will definitely use their services again when we are in England."
JUAN CLAUDIO GAONA, SALAH ABOU-SALEH, PARAGUAY

"The efficient and timely translation of specialised and business texts has been paramount in the smooth running of our business. LALS has played a major role in helping us to achieve our objectives, by providing a friendly, flexible, high quality service every time."
MANUEL KIRK, BIO PRODUCTS LABORATORY LTD

"We are grateful to LALS for doing translations so quickly at such short notice."
SHIRLEY CAFFELL, SCOTTISH HEALTH CARE SUPPLIES

"It is very difficult to find specialists just in Spanish or Portuguese from Latin America. We are happy to have found LALS."
DAVID VALDEZ-SCOTT, CLAAS, GERMANY