Mr Patrick Hayeck

Chief Executive Officer and Director of Studies

Qualifications gained: MA Communication & Cultural Studies, MA TESOL
Languages spoken: English, Arabic, some French, some Japanese
Philosophy believed: Success is built on four pillars: a passion that fuels the soul, fitness that sharpens the mind and strengthens the body, self-worth that nurtures confidence, and a balanced heart that embraces both ambition and kindness.

A passionate educator and motivator, Patrick has over 17 years of experience in ELICOS teaching, management, accreditation and compliance.   It wasn’t too long after becoming an English teacher 15 years ago that he began to wonder why it was taking so long for the students to improve their English and what he could do to speed up their learning. Patrick then created a teaching method, known as BBR (Block, Build and Rewire), to help the students to block their old speaking habits, build new muscle memory and rewire their brains in processing the language quicker. Since then, he’s trained several teachers and helped hundreds of English learners to explore new exciting opportunities and achieve career success.

Ms Slavka Vagnerova

English for Academic Purposes Course Coordinator

Qualifications gained: Masters in Teaching and Teaching English, Masters in International Relations and Diplomacy
Courses taught: English for Academic Purposes, General English, Pronunciation and Communication, Cambridge Preparation
Languages spoken: English, Slovak
Philosophy believed: Not Yet Provided

Cheerful and supportive, Slavka is a teacher with the focus on students’ academic progress in all the areas of the language. With endless patience, diligence and dedication, Slavka makes sure her students continually improve. She focuses on students’ needs and pays equal attention to all the language skills, whether it is listening and reading or speaking and writing. Her aim is to make her students communicate efficiently and effortlessly.
Slavka’s teaching career spans 25 years, and she has taught students of all ages (from pre-schoolers to adults) and all levels (from beginners to advanced learners). She currently teaches English for Academic Purposes, preparing her students for tertiary level of education. Her lessons target proficiency in English, as well as essential academic skills, concepts and principles.

ELICOS Teacher

Qualifications gained: Bachelor of Science, Cambridge CELTA
Courses taught: General General English (Pre-Intermediate to Upper-Intermediate), PRONCOM, Fluenciation
Languages spoken: English, Serbian, Slovenian, some Spanish
Philosophy believed: “With languages, you are at home anywhere.” — Edmund De Waal

Marko is a native English speaker from Sydney, Australia. Raised in a bilingual household, he developed a natural affinity for languages from an early age. Watching his parents’ lives flourish as their English improved sparked a deep appreciation for the power of language learning — a passion that continues to inspire his teaching today.
Marko teaches General English from Pre-Intermediate to Upper-Intermediate levels, as well as PRONCOM, a pronunciation and communication course. He is committed to investing time, energy, and care into helping every student strengthen their English skills.
Marko believes that language opens doors to new opportunities, cultures, and connections, and he strives to create an environment where students feel motivated, supported, and confident. For him, seeing his students succeed and find their voice in English is the most rewarding part of teaching.

ELICOS Teacher

Qualifications gained: Master in English Language Studies (TESOL)
Courses taught: General English, EAP, IELTS and Fluenciation
Languages spoken: English, Polish
Philosophy believed: "“What we learn with pleasure we never forget.” - Alfred Mercier

Iwona is passionate about helping students achieve their English language goals. With extensive experience teaching English to speakers of other languages at international colleges in Sydney and back in Poland, she brings a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that come with learning a new language.
Having been an international student herself in Australia, she can personally relate to the experiences of her students. She believes in the importance of creating a fun, supportive, welcoming, and motivating environment where every learner feels understood on a personal level and becomes empowered to succeed.

ELICOS Teacher

Qualifications gained: Banking Diploma, CELTA
Courses taught: General General English and Fluenciation
Languages spoken: English, Italian, German, Spanish, French, Portuguese
Philosophy believed: "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." - Nelson Mandela

Lua is a polyglot Swiss teacher who graduated with the CELTA diploma in 2022. She speaks English, Italian, German, Spanish, French and Portuguese. She has been enthusiastically teaching General English ever since and she loves filling her lessons with games, acting and music. Students describe her as patient and energetic. Lua’s main focus is to strengthen her students’ confidence and create a pleasant and motivated learning environment. Lua’s motto: “Learning is a process, it might be slow or fast, but make sure it’s a blast!”

ELICOS Teacher

Qualifications gained: Master’s in Applied in Linguistic and TESOL
Courses taught: General English and Fluenciation
Languages spoken: English, Korean, some Spanish
Philosophy believed: "One language sets you in a corridor for life. Two languages open every door along the way." - Frank Smith

Haein has experience teaching English as a second language to students from different age groups and cultural backgrounds. She is passionate about helping students build confidence and succeed in learning and using English. Teaching in Sydney, a city known for its cultural diversity, Haein designs lessons that use multicultural teaching strategies to ensure they are practical and relevant. This approach creates a supportive environment where students from all backgrounds feel engaged and valued. Haein is dedicated to her students' growth and takes pride in watching them improve their English skills and gain the confidence to use them in everyday situations and future goals.

ELICOS Teacher

Qualifications gained: TESOL Certificate; Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Theatre, Education, and Drama
Courses taught: General English, Fluenciation
Languages spoken: English, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese
Philosophy believed: "For me, language learning should spark curiosity, light up confidence, and open new worlds for every student."

Sophie began her English teaching journey in 2023 and has since supported learners from all backgrounds in Sydney, helping them build confidence, find their voice, and learn a second language. Sophie believes that language learning should be dynamic, engaging, and personal. She tailors her lessons to different learning styles, using interactive activities and real-life context to make learning meaningful, enjoyable, and empowering. Driven by a strong belief in person-centred education, she constantly reflects on her practice and explores new ideas to make her classes as exciting and inclusive as possible. Sophie encourages her students to be curious, brave, and open to new experiences, seeing language learning not just as a skill, but as a journey of self-discovery—one that builds confidence, connection, and opens the door to new worlds and new parts of themselves.

ELICOS Teacher

Qualifications gained: Bachelor of English Teacher in Higher Education, TESOL accreditation, and IELTS.
Courses taught: General English, English for academic purposes (EAP), Cambridge Examinations and Fluenciation
Languages spoken: English, Spanish, Portuguese
Philosophy believed: Organized chaos? That’s language teaching—and I love it.

Flo has been teaching since 2009, and with over 15 years of experience, she’s worked with everyone from kids in primary school to adult learners. In her classes, the focus is always on creating a fun and supportive environment where the goals are clear and lessons are shaped around what students really need. She loves getting her students to think critically, building real connections with them, and reminding them that putting in the effort always pays off.

ELICOS Teacher

Qualifications gained: Master of Arts in TESOL, Certificate in TESOL and TEYL, Currently pursuing Master of Business Administration
Courses taught: General English, Specialized ELICOS for Professionals
Languages spoken: English, Tagalog, some Spanish
Philosophy believed: "Each student carries a unique story, and real learning happens when we connect with both their minds and their hearts."

Jennifer is a passionate and committed ELICOS teacher who has been teaching since 2015. She believes that every student deserves a comfortable and supportive environment where they can relax, open up, and enjoy learning English. Over the years, she has developed a wide range of customized materials and continues to innovate daily, making sure her lessons feel more like real-life communication than classroom lectures. Jennifer has also created
targeted resources for professionals in healthcare, business, and education, helping them develop language skills they can use in real life. She focuses on supporting fluency, confidence, and meaningful communication. For her, teaching is not just a job but a calling. She is dedicated to creating a classroom where every student feels heard, supported, and inspired to grow in their English journey.