Mission
Vision
Valori
Quality
Let’s Speak operates with commercial honesty, advising and directing students in a targeted way to achieve the final result.
Flexibility in payments and lesson times are an integral part of the service.
The school’s materials have a low environmental impact because it is essential for us to contribute to the sustainability of the planet.
Let’s Speak is committed to satisfying the human need for contacts and social relationships, bridging the language gap, helping to break down intercultural barriers by creating a link between people. It trains future professionals and provides an additional tool for those already in careers.
“For every new language that you approach, a great opportunity arises.”
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Accessibility,
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Respect
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Dedication
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Honesty
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Flexibility
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Sustainability.
We are in the process of certification for EduQua certified school and our teachers are FSEA certified adult educators. We assess the quality of lessons by receiving feedback from our students at the end of each course. We regularly carry out peer-to-peer evaluations.
We aim to put students at ease with accessible and effective teaching, to achieve the goal, in full respect of cultural differences, dedicating ourselves completely to the learners with dedication and courtesy.
Team
Head of teaching, teacher, translator and FIDE examiner
Born in England and raised in Switzerland, foreign languages have always been part of my personal journey. After studying German, English, and Arabic at the universities of Turin and Damascus, I worked in various fields before turning my passion for teaching into my profession. In my free time I love climbing, yoga and motorbike riding, as well as playing the piano and writing novels.
Dominique La Montagna
Administration
Originally from Campania, after high school I embarked on a military career. After training at the recruiting school, I mainly held the position of quartermaster, and this allowed me to acquire various management skills. Over the years I have also participated in several international missions. Since 2011 I’ve been married to Dominique and since 2014, I’ve lived permanently in Ticino. I took a course as a staff assistant and attended Supsi for 2 years. I had a little parenthesis as a broker. Since 2020 I have been following the administrative part of the language school. My passions are marital arts, that I’ve always practiced, cooking, birds, orchids, and anime.
Carmine La Montagna
French and Italian teacher.
I attended secondary school in Bellinzona and went on to study French and Italian literature and linguistics at the University of Zurich. After graduating, I stayed in Zurich, where I taught and raised my three daughters.
I love teaching because I enjoy supporting young people as they grow and passing on my passion for languages and culture. I believe in the importance of creating a stimulating learning environment, where every student can develop their skills and confidence.
Since 2016, I have been living in Ticino again and teach Italian and French as a supply teacher in secondary schools and sixth forms, and at Let’s Speak I also teach adults.
Manuela Adiliberti - Boiani
French and Italian teacher.
Primary school graduate teacher, of French mother tongue and Italian at C2 level.
I am creative, empathetic and will help you effectively achieve your goals, thanks to decades of experience as a teacher in private courses.
My aim is to always keep the motivation of students high with personalised courses and particular attention to the culture around the language.
Céliane Maissen
Study tour consultant and FIDE examiner
I graduated in linguistics from the University of Bologna, and I have cultivated my passion for languages through academic and working experiences in different countries. I then specialised in the field of adult education where I teach English and Italian. Transplanted in Ticino for love, I have lived here for five years with my family and a couple of cats. I like cinema, especially science fiction and, since I have a garden, I enjoy growing vegetables.
Sara Perboni
Spanish and English teacher
I was born and raised in El Salvador, but I have spent half of my life living between the United States and Switzerland. Understanding how languages work has always been my passion, which is why I studied English, Spanish and French at the University of Lausanne. I started teaching in my twenties, and helping students use a new language and discover a new culture has been a joy ever since.
In my free time, I enjoy learning languages. In addition to English and French, I have studied German and Japanese, and I am currently learning Italian.
Gladys Margarita Majano Trejo
English teacher
I was born and raised outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in a Hungarian family. I graduated with a Bachelor’s in Music (Opera) and Italian Studies at Bucknell University in 2018 and am currently completing a Masters in Management at USI in Lugano.
My love and passion for languages stems from singing opera as well as the ability to connect and communicate with people in different parts of the world. I grew up speaking English & Hungarian, learned Italian during college, and am now learning French and German. From 2018-2019, I spent a year as a native English teacher at a high school in Legnano, Italy. It is a joy and privilege for me to help others discover speaking and learning about the English language—I look forward to joining you on your English language-learning journey!
Livia Somkuti
German and Italian teacher
I am a native German speaker and grew up in Zurich. My curiosity and desire to get to know new cultures led me in my teenage years to live for a few years in Rome and Lugano, where I learnt the basics of the Italian language. Later, after my Bachelor's degree in primary school teaching at the pedagogical high school in Zurich, I obtained a C2 certificate in Italian and moved to Canton Ticino to put my work into practice. By teaching German I try to convey the desire to learn an interesting and important foreign language by creating a positive environment where everyone can feel at ease. In my free time I like to be active and I love spending time outdoors with our dog and my family.
Ramona Pellanda - Tamborini
Japanese teacher
Born and raised in Yokohama, Japan. Graduated from UCLA, USA. Since then, I have worked in Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, China and Hong Kong, mainly in the fields of sales and marketing and translation.
Now settled in Ticino and enjoy teaching Japanese. I’m also a Japanese presenter for BiblioBaobab, introducing Japanese language and culture to school children. Besides languages, I like teaching in general, including scuba diving, table tennis and cooking.
横浜生まれ横浜育ち。米国UCLA卒業。以来、日本、マレーシア、タイ、中国、香港で、主に営業、マーケティング、翻訳の仕事をしてきました。
現在はティチーノで、日本語の教師をしています。また、BiblioBaobabでも小学生に日本語と日本文化を紹介しています。語学の他にも、スキューバダイビング、卓球、料理など、教えること全般が好きです。
Kayo Hatakeyama
German and Italian teacher
After obtaining a degree in Foreign Languages and Literature at the IULM University in Milan and a master's degree in Business Administration, I embarked on a professional career in Germany, where I worked for many years in the corporate sector. This experience allowed me to hone my linguistic and professional skills in an international context. Later, my career path was enriched by a move to Switzerland, where I decided to further expand my education by qualifying as a trainer of adults.
For eight years, I have been involved in teaching German and Italian languages to students of all ages and backgrounds, an activity that I am deeply passionate about. This role allows me not only to transmit language knowledge, but also to come into contact with a plurality of generations, cultures and mentalities, constantly enriching my professional and personal experience.
My passion for foreign languages has also led me to dedicate myself to learning Arabic, another language that I am deepening with interest. Regular travelling abroad is one of my great passions, to explore new cultures and to continue to grow both as a teacher and as a person.
If you have decided to improve your German, or your Italian, I will be happy to accompany you on your journey
Sabina Krieger
Italian teacher
My name is Francesca, and I have always nurtured a deep passion for literature, to the point that my dream has always been to teach Italian. I grew up in Ticino, where I was fortunate to be immersed in a rich literary and linguistic culture, thanks to my education. I then continued my studies in Italian Language, Literature and Civilisation at the University of Lugano. Besides teaching, I love Latin American dance, reading and constantly learning. I enjoy taking care of myself through sports and appreciate the pleasures of good food. I approach every day with enthusiasm and curiosity, striving to share my love for the beauty of words and culture with others.
Francesca Celeste
Arabic teacher
Every language is human and learning a new language is a window through which you look into a new area of creativity.
I am Suzan, a Kurd from Syrian Kurdistan,born in Rojava.
My mother tongues are Kurdish and Arabic. I studied English in the Translation Department of Damascus University and worked as an Arabic and English teacher for several years in secondary schools.
I have lived in Switzerland for ten years, am married and have two children.
I am a singer and actress at the Cambusa Theatre.
كل لسان في الحقيقة إنسان .عند تعلم أي لغة جديدة هي نافذة ينظر من خلالها إلى منطقة إبداع جديدة.
أنا سوزان ،كردية من كردستان سوريا ولِدتُ في روج آفا .
لغتي الأم هي الكردية والعربية . درست اللغة الإنكليزية في جامعة دمشق "قسم الترجمة"عملت مُدرسة للغة الإنكليزية والعربية عدة سنوات في المدارس المتوسطة.
اعيش في سويسرا منذ عشر سنوات ،متزوجة ولدي طفلين.
أنا مُغنية وممثلة في مسرح كامبوزا
Suzan Ibrahim
English, German, and Italian teacher.
Yes, I have a weakness for languages! Hi, I’m Lucia, I grew up bilingual, Italian and Swiss German and thanks to my work in the tourism sector I lived in La Gomera (Canary Islands) and Edinburgh (Scotland). After returning to Ticino, I obtained the CELTA teaching diploma and undertook the training of FSEA adult trainer.
Each language opens up a new fascinating and vibrant world of new colours, cultures, people, traditions and music.
In my free time I like to travel, read, and learn new languages. I play the pan flute.
Lucia Tenaglia
Chloé de Cacheleu
French and Maths teacher.
I was born in France, studied environmental engineering, and worked as an engineer for two years in France and two years in Brazil. Foreign languages, maths and cultures have always been a great passion of mine.
I speak French, Portuguese and English. I have been living in Ticino since 2026, where I am learning Italian and getting to know the local culture better.
In my spare time, I love being out in nature, going on hikes, kayaking and surfing. I also really enjoy animals and discovering new places.
Jasper
Mascot
I'm a 3-year-old American Akita. Despite my large size, I am friendly and love getting to know everyone. MY school is dog friendly and my friends are welcome, but if you are a male please notify reception so I can be asked to stay in the office to avoid any misunderstandings.