Kerry Tyrell

I grew up in Wellington, New Zealand, and graduated from Victoria University with degrees in English Literature and TESOL. I have been living in Budapest since 2017, and am the father of two young boys. I have been teaching English as a second or foreign language for almost 10 years. In my classroom, students use English collaboratively to complete meaningful, real-world tasks, such as planning a trip, solving a problem, or conducting an interview. I find this leads to authentic communication and keeps students motivated, because it is language learning that is driven by what students actually need to say. I also love sharing my enthusiasm for great writing and the benefits of reading for pleasure.