About us
Language is just the beginning
Our mission: language as an engine for personal growth – through real encounters with native speakers.
Our story
It started with music
I trained as a classical musician. You do not learn an instrument by reading about music – you play it, you rehearse, you perform. Language has never been any different for me.
In 2020 I founded LevelUp English in Berlin to teach English the same way I was taught music: through practice, performance and immersion. That artistic core is still there – in every project week, every class trip and every camp that we facilitate. These days we work with a brilliant team of actors, filmmakers, entrepreneurs and coaches to provide these experiences, hoping each time to create long-term ripples in the lives of learners.
The educational and extra-curricular opportunities so many of us were fortunate to have growing up are exactly why LevelUp exists. If our programmes can give young people something that shapes how they study, who they become and where they go, we're on the right track.
We build confidence. English is the tool we build it with.
- 2020founded in Berlin
- 10,000+children since 2020
- 200+partner schools
What we believe in
Three promises shape every programme we run.
More English than any other week
We create fully immersive environments where students speak more English in a number of days than they would on a language trip abroad. From the warm-up to the final show, communication and participation becomes second nature.
Creative takeaways that travel
Our Academies are led by industry professionals – actors, filmmakers, coaches, entrepreneurs. Students leave with transferable skills: how to present, collaborate, think on their feet and back themselves.
Psychological safety and fun
We meet learners where they are. Our trainers create spaces where every student feels seen, heard and free to take risks, which is where we believe the best learning, and the best memories, happen.
From all over. One team.
Educators, coaches, actors and musicians from the UK and Ireland, the USA and Canada, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand.
Native speakers from all over the world – working with schools and families across Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
Our Trainers
In every classroom, camp and seminar room you'll find exclusively qualified native speakers. Every single one brings:
Bachelor's degree
or an equivalent qualification
TEFL / CELTA
recognised certificate for teaching English
Enhanced background check
verified before every assignment
LevelUp onboarding
internal training in methodology and safety
MicaelaBrazil & IrelandMicaela
Brazil & Ireland
A native speaker from Brazil and Ireland, she is a trained theatre pedagogue and dancer. She combines English learning with the performing arts to inspire learners of all ages. She loves dancing, sports and music.
We must be willing to let go of the life we planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us.
KatieIrelandKatie
Ireland
With roots in Ireland, she brings positivity and drive to LevelUp English as a native speaker. Her journey includes kindergarten teaching and leading LevelUp overnight camps, where she supports young learners with confidence and care. She enjoys travelling, music, dance, karaoke and crafting.
The day you plant the seed is not the day you eat the fruit.
BreeAustraliaBree
Australia
Originally from Australia, she is a university-educated theatre and film graduate with a passion for games and teaching. For over seven years she has worked with young people, combining movement and play to create engaging learning experiences. She enjoys fire spinning, rock climbing and dancing.
If you live your life in fear you'll get nothing done.
MatthewCape Town, South AfricaMatthew
Cape Town, South Africa
Coming from Cape Town, South Africa, he is a down-to-earth theatre and filmmaking expert with a love for storytelling. He enjoys turning ideas into powerful performances and encouraging young people to create, perform and shine with confidence. Travelling, music and theatre are close to his heart.
Never, ever, give up.
ChloeCalifornia, USAChloe
California, USA
A dance and neuroscience graduate from California, she is passionate about movement and teaching. She creates playful spaces where students feel confident to explore, express themselves and grow. She enjoys cooking, writing and yoga.
What you are looking for is already in you… You already are everything you are seeking. — Thich Nhat Hanh
FriedaUSAFrieda
USA
A charming American cowgirl taking the creative scene by storm, she is a multi-disciplined artist and filmmaker with a bold spirit. She shares her passion and skills with LevelUp students, inspiring them to express themselves with confidence. She loves baking and creative writing.
Creativity takes courage.
JoëlleNew ZealandJoëlle
New Zealand
A vibrant creative force from New Zealand, she brings storytelling to life through photography, videography and music. Based in Berlin, she loves capturing human connection and inspiring students to express themselves in English. She enjoys songwriting and podcasting.
Creativity is intelligence having fun.
AidanDublin, IrelandAidan
Dublin, Ireland
An easygoing Dubliner with a background in Applied Psychology, he brings experience from home care and special-needs schools to product design and workshop facilitation. Passionate about culture and creativity, he shares language through music, photography and new ideas.
Not all those who wander are lost.
What teachers, parents and students say
The English intensive weeks with LevelUp were always lively, varied and inspiring for our students. They knew how to naturally activate the English our pupils had already learned in class – whether through singing, dramatic performance or in sporting and playful activities. Their charismatic way with young people is extremely motivating. A real enrichment!
A once-in-a-lifetime experience and opportunity to really express yourself in a foreign language like you never have before. It helped me to gain the confidence to just talk and not think about it twice.
The excursions, the shared meals and of course the workshops made for a really successful mix. I'm personally delighted that in you we found young, dedicated people who had the courage to take on such planning effort in uncertain times – and who really didn't disappoint!!!
The workshops we did were really creative and interesting. We talked English the whole time and even though it was very different from normal classes, we learnt so much.
What a wonderful English week! From start to finish! We were all completely happy and in great spirits. We could still feel the positive vibes long afterwards. We'll definitely stay in touch and are already looking forward to more inspiring days together. Felix reaches the students with his sense of humour and his cheerful presence. His energy is incredibly motivating and creates a great atmosphere.
The Project Week with you was amazing. You made what I thought was impossible possible – I had fun learning English! I loved the singing with Felix and the acting with Aimee. I wish we could always have you in our school!
There was so much the children loved. What stood out for them was the sense of community and being truly seen by the coaches. They could try things out, and the coaches embraced their ideas and personalities and worked with them. It was simply wonderful and gave the children so much self-confidence!
The lessons were well structured and thought through. With lots of fun songs, rhymes and games, the children's interest was sparked. Thanks to Farisa's friendly manner and clear pronunciation, she was very successful in motivating the pupils to speak.
What I really liked was the relaxed atmosphere and that we weren't under pressure. The teachers were really cool and at the end of the week felt just like friends.
The trainers were given a grade of “1” (top marks) by an overwhelming majority of students. :-) So a big well done to everyone again!!!! The activities were described above all as varied, interesting and motivating. Overall the students particularly loved the improv-theatre sessions and felt their self-confidence was strengthened by speaking freely, and that the humorous, motivated trainers did a great job. I can only agree, by the way!
In conclusion, we can say that our expectations were definitely exceeded – by constantly speaking English with our coaches we grew more confident and took away a great deal of valuable experience.
I think the programme is a great alternative to a trip to England, and I believe the students spoke far more English than they probably would have in England.
Thank you once again for the way you teach and for your energy, which turned my students not only into great singers and performers, but also into true lovers of the English language.