Russian language tuition from an experienced teacher and textbook author

Author of a series of unconventional Russian language textbooks used at universities and schools worldwide, experienced language instructor and chartered linguist, finalist of the 'Best Russian teacher outside Russia' awards in 2015.

Originally from St Petersburg, Russia, I lived and worked in London for ten years before moving to Leamington Spa in Warwickshire. I hold two Master`s Degrees (Linguistics and Political Economy of Russia) and have first-hand experience of running a business. I have been teaching languages for more than fifteen years privately as well as at universities and schools.

I have authored a series of unconventional Russian language textbooks available on Amazon and in selected bookstores including Foyles and Waterstone`s. They are now used at universities, schools, and language courses in the US, France, Spain, India, and the UK.

Our lessons will be tailored to your needs whatever aspect of Russian you wish to improve (grammar, conversation, reading, writing, or if you just require help with your school or University homework). We can use your textbooks and/or my materials (I normally use textbooks published in St Petersburg and endorsed by Russian academics). We will be studying at the pace which suits you most.

In 2022, three of my GCSE and IB students got A or A* in their Russian language exams.


My recent students` testimonials say:

I have been having private Russian Tuition from Ignaty for a period of 4 months during which I received outstanding education from a highly qualified, intelligent and pleasant individual. The lessons were result focussed, fun and interesting. Besides learning the language itself, I also learned a lot about the actual Russian culture. I can highly recommend these language courses to anyone who requires to be conversational in the Russian language in a short period of time.
-Peter

Taking this course with Ignaty has provided me with an excellent grounding in the language and has been a highlight of the last couple of months. He has the patience of a saint (!) and is exceptionally knowledgeable.
Mags