Origin
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We’re proud to have two of our incredible Peppo Tutors, Pranuja Gurung and Nathaniel Carey-Taylor (pictured), leading the ECC sessions. They’ve created a welcoming, fun, and safe space which fosters learning and connection.
Success Stories
See what parents are saying about the impact of our English Conversation Club on their children’s confidence and connection to life in the UK.
"Thank you very much for this initiative. My son feels less alone with a language barrier, and his adaptation here is going more smoothly."
Guardian
"My son has enjoyed the opportunity to learn with an English-speaking teacher, learn new grammar structures and improve his vocabulary before the new school term.Thank you so much for giving us this chance."
Parent
"The teacher is supportive and helps my son believe in himself. He particularly enjoyed the games created to learn English, which is hard to learn!"
Student
Why It Matters
The ECC doesn't just teaching language skills; it creates a space where young refugees can connect, feel seen, and build a sense of belonging. For many, it’s a rare chance to practice English outside the classroom while learning about UK culture in a supportive, welcoming environment.
Through engaging sessions, our students learn to express themselves, make friends, and discover academic interests they might not have considered. It’s about more than language; it’s about building confidence, forming connections, and feeling at home in a new country.
Student Voices
Our students’ writing often reflects the resilience and creativity they bring to every session:
“The beach is silent; the bright ball blinds you as it emerges, rising like a yellow lollipop on the horizon.”
“I woke up in the tundra; everything was white, and the air was really cold. The only sound was the wind.”
These glimpses into their worlds remind us why ECC is one of Peppo’s proudest projects; each week, we see students growing in confidence, self-expression, and a sense of possibility.