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Learning Support

About the HUB

At HUB, we specialise in helping students break through language barriers and thrive in bilingual learning environments. Our tailored programmes not only build a solid foundation in academic English but also nurture confident communication skills and cross-cultural understanding. Here, English is more than a subject- it’s a gateway to endless opportunities and a brighter future.

Join us and transform language challenges into stepping stones for success. 

What Can You Gain at HUB?

  • Personalised English support
  • Academic English support for bilingual learning
  • Expressive skills & cross-cultural communication
  • Experienced teachers guiding academic and future success

Joanne Dunphy

Head

NPQH
Senior Examiner, Cambridge International
Inspector, ISI

Ms Dunphy brings over 20 years of leadership and teaching experience across some of the UK’s leading schools, including public, independent, and girls’ schools. She previously held a senior leadership position at the prestigious Cheltenham Ladies’ College.

She pursued advanced studies at the University of Oxford and has extensive expertise in strategic leadership, school operations, and academic improvement. Under her leadership, schools have achieved notable progress in overall performance and student achievement.

Ms Dunphy is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and aspirational school culture. As an educational leader with an international outlook, she strives to achieve a strong balance between academic excellence and holistic student development.

Tina Quan

Teaching Assistant

Tina graduated from Worcester University. She has over 5 years teaching experience. In Tina’s opinion, teachers should be students’ friends as well as their masters. A teacher is a person knowledgeable also a good sample for students.​