When I first arrived in Cape Town, I felt intimidated when having conversations in English. After spending 3 months studying general English at The Knowledge Workshop, I started to feel more confident and could communicate more easily than before. I went on to pass the TOEFL exam and am now studying at UCT. I really enjoyed every moment I spent at TKW, especially the interesting break time convers...

I was fortunate enough to attend the TEFL/TESOL course offered by The Knowledge Workshop. As a 24 year old with absolutely no teaching experience, I was not sure what I was getting myself into. Let me tell you, it was one of the best decisions I have made! Marian is a fantastic teacher and she channeled her energy, enthusiasm and passion into the course, to make it one of the most informative and ...

Immediately after first making contact with Marian and Paul at The Knowledge Workshop, I knew I had made the right choice. Marian is an inspiring, charismatic figure with a wealth of knowledge with which I am yet to find fault. Her dedication and passion are infectious and it is impossible not to get caught up in her stimulating classes. As an organiser Paul is busy, but on top of things and alway...

I initially came to the TKW because I had to complete a TEFL course as a requirement for South Korea. I had heard of other people doing similar courses but was drawn to the TKW because of the practical component. I can honestly say that it was the best 100 hours! I learnt so much about the English Language, about teaching, the world around us…I researched many TEFL institutions and the TKW was by ...

I had a beneficial learning experience at The Knowledge Workshop and highly recommend Marian’s teaching approach. I found the homely atmosphere and sociable disposition of staff members conducive to learning. Marian is proficient in and passionate about what she teaches. I definitely feel much more confident about stepping into a classroom now that I have completed the course.

Dear Marian and Paul, I miss our tea breaks where we endlessly discussed travelling options and teaching dos and don’ts with fellow “TEFLers”. I miss those delicious biscuits...? The best part was getting to teach at Ikamvalethu. This course and the week spent teaching at Ikamvalethu instilled a confidence in me that has grown in South Korea. Thank you for sparking the desire to learn more, teach ...

I had a lot of fun and learnt a great deal in my time at The Knowledge Workshop. Thank you and special thanks to Catherine, my teacher!

The TEFL course which Marian facilitates at The Knowledge Workshop prepared me very well for my teaching experience in West Africa. I wanted to teach in Africa and having done some work experience with TKW at a secondary school in Langa, Cape Town, I can honestly say I was very well prepared to teach here in Africa. The TEFL course is an intense, but extremely enjoyable learning experience as Ma...

When I arrived in South Africa, I didn't speak much English. My aim was to get into nursing but needed to improve my English before I could be accepted into a job in South Africa. Having completed 10 months of study at The Knowledge Workshop, I was able to gain a job working as a carer and hope to qualify as a nurse soon. My English has improved a lot, especially my speaking and confidence.