Linguaphone is the world leader in self-study language learning products.

With over 100 years of experience, Linguaphone know that anybody who can speak one language has the ability to learn another. Linguaphone's proven method - Listen, Understand, Speak.- has helped over 7 million people learn a new language in a natural and effective way.

From basic phrases through to fluent conversation, you'll be surprised at how quickly a second language becomes second nature.

And whether you're learning for holidays, business, travel or education, you can be sure there's a course to suit you at Linguaphone. With an exciting range of brand new products, you can learn via your PC, on the move, relaxing on the beach or more traditionally at home - whatever suits you best.

Simply look at Linguaphone's new range of products to find the course that best suits your lifestyle and aspirations.

Linguaphone - Satisfaction Guarantee

Linguaphone courses ordered via the website where the delivery and Sales Invoice addresses are within the UK are covered by a 21 day trial period. If at the end of this period you are not happy with the progress you have made, simply return the product (and any free gift) to Linguaphone in good condition to receive a refund of your payment in full or deposit, plus forward postage and packing.

Linguaphone Methodology

The success of Linguaphone's courses is based on the strength of our pioneering learning methodology. With a combination of books and audio material you will learn to Listen, Understand and Speak your new language.

Listen
Whilst reading the course books, Listen to native speakers in your new language. This is the most relaxing and involved way to learn, helping you to associate the sounds you hear with the words and sentences you read.

Understand
By listening and reading the language, you begin to discover what each word means. Everyday objects have exciting new names. Gradually words, then phrases, become clear and your reading, writing and speaking of the language will improve.

Speak
Many people find that speaking their new language is the hardest part. But Linguaphone's method makes sure that you start speaking from the very first lesson with the correct pronunciation.

Linguaphone - Company History

Established in 1901, Linguaphone was the pioneer of self-study language learning. Linguaphone were the first to recognise the potential of combining the traditional written course with the wax cylinder and later records. Linguaphone courses allowed language learners to study at their own pace using books and original recordings supported by Linguaphone's proven methodology: 'Listen, Understand, Speak'. In both the classroom and via its self-study programmes, Linguaphone has played a dominant role in language-learning across the globe ever since. Linguaphone's international network has always included a selection of subsidiary, joint venture and third-party distribution companies. The network was first expanded during the 1930's and today Linguaphone sells its products in over 60 countries.

Since the creation of the UK website in 1998, the growth of the Internet has reinforced this global reach. Versions for a selection of markets across the world are now accessible via the Linguaphone website.

A recent substantial investment programme strengthened Linguaphone's position as the leading global language learning company and allowed Linguaphone to offer a comprehensive range of both on-line and off-line products and services.

During 2000, Linguaphone acquired the language teaching company, CD Live, which offers a unique, award winning and stimulating way of improving your English, French or Spanish via a topical news service: see the Linguaphone website for more information.

A number of off-line products were also developed for those who like to supplement their e-learning with traditional materials or simply prefer learning via portable audio and book materials. For those wanting to make the most of their free time while raveling (or perhaps stuck in a traffic jam!), for example, our new allTalk range provides an innovative approach to hands-free learning.

Linguaphone will continue to seek to provide the learner with a range of complimentary options for online and off-line study.

Linguaphone Today

Following a major period of restructuring in 2001 and 2002, in early 2003 Linguaphone formed a partnership with the company behind an exciting new concept in language learning: English [Out There!]. Rather than following the traditional, classroom-bound methodology of most language schools, English [Out There!] combines teaching with the opportunity to practice what has been learnt and experience the people and places that make a language come alive. Every class has a clear and achievable linguistic aim in which students are taught a small chunk of the language and then given the chance to use it straight away. By communicating with real people in the real world they get the right accent and pronunciation every time. And by making themselves understood, they enjoy a real 'buzz' of success.

In November 2003, this was followed by the acquisition of Direct English from Pearson Education, a part of Pearson Plc. The Direct English learning system is a globally franchised provider of English language teaching with an impressive network of 55 language training centres operating in 14 countries around the world, as well as a strong licensing arrangement in the USA and Canada.

It is Linguaphone's belief that this 'Assisted Learning' approach is the way forward. By combining the interaction and support provided by language schools and online materials with the high standards and flexible methodology of self-study programmes, Linguaphone's students have the perfect combination of resource and motivation to achieve and surpass the level of language proficiency they desire.

Linguaphone - Looking Forwards

It is Linguaphone's aim to become the most successful provider of quality self-study and assisted learning programmes in the world. Linguaphone enters its next one hundred years well-positioned to enhance its enviable reputation for providing high quality language-learning solutions via the web, in schools, at home and at work. Fueled by its own subsidiary companies, as well as a selection of distributors, Linguaphone is set for a period of continued growth in the growing global market for language learning.