Improving communication by navigating sound fearlessly.
At The Accent Centre, we strive to provide a personalised service for every client, priding ourselves on finding effective strategies for different learning preferences.
We understand that accents are often inextricably linked to identity. When working with clients to modify their accents, we ensure that sensitivity is combined with a commitment to progress, at a pace that suits you.
We firmly believe that, despite what people may have been told or may feel about their own speech, there is no such thing as a ‘bad’ accent. However, as a tool for communication, there may be circumstances for which a ‘modified’ accent could be useful.
Before we begin our journey together, we work closely with you to set achievable goals, whether that be identifying a few key sounds to change, or a complete and detailed anatomical overview of your current accent, with a bespoke programme designed to help you achieve your goals.
We specialise in accent modification, helping individuals and professionals explore and understand the sounds of their own unique accents, and, if desired, guiding them towards those of another. Whether you are looking to isolate just a few vowels sounds to increase intelligibility for social or professional purposes, or to change your accent entirely in order to align it more closely with another (often Received Pronunciation (RP) or Standard British English), we are here to guide you through the process of change.
Click below if you would like to learn more about how we can work together to navigate sound and to book a 15 minute free consultation.
James Bailey
Company Director
James Bailey is a qualified Knight-Thompson Speechwork (KTS) accent coach and professionally trained actor. He uses KTS principles to help clients reach their goals, ensuring, when useful, a suitable understanding of the anatomical features of our vocal tracts that are involved in the procurement of new or different speech sounds. His process will always consider the client, their wants and needs, and what will serve the individual best, rather than simply offering a pre-planned scheme of work.
