Dear Sir or Madam (1)
If you do not know the Principal's name use this form to begin your letter.
I am writing to express my interest in (2)
Learn this expression by heart. It will be useful in this type of task.
studying English at the Effective Learning School. I am a 25-year-old woman from China. My motivation for improving my English is that
I have recently been appointed (3)
Note the verb tense which is used here. Can you explain why?
to the post of International Sales Manager and my job involves communicating with clients from around the world. Your course is of interest because it can be
tailored to my individual needs. (4)
Useful collocation to learn.
I have been learning English since the age of 11, (5)
Note the verb tense which is used here. Can you explain why?
and my written English is quite good. Where I lack confidence is in speaking and understanding others. My goal is to be able to
hold a conversation (6)
Again, 'hold' and 'a conversation' is a strong collocation. You can also 'have a conversation' or 'make conversation with (someone)'.
in English without worrying about my lack of vocabulary or grammatical correctness.
(7)
This paragraph explains your strengths and weaknesses.
Owing to work commitments I would be unable to begin a course until January next year, but I would be available to study full-time for three months.
(8)
Remember to include all the information that the task asked you for!
Ideally, I would like a general English course that would
extend my knowledge of (9)
Learn this expression - it may be useful in the future!
business terminology and idiomatic phrases. My hobbies include cinema and walking and I would welcome the chance to do these activities with other students.
I look forward to receiving more information from you.
Yours faithfully (10)
Always use 'Yours faithfully' to close your letter if you have started with 'Dear Sir or Madam'.
Ira Wong