The Frances King School of English has teamed up with Sussex-based multiple world motor racing champion John Mickel for the 2010 season.
The school in London, which is accredited by the British Council and has been delivering high quality English language tuition since 1973, is seizing the chance to gain valuable exposure through John’s International on track activities.
Commenting on the exciting news, Francis King School of English Managing Director Sean Morgan said, “I’ve been aware of John’s tremendous record of achievement in all sorts of Motorsport for some time. His International schedule and our exciting development plans overseas dovetail wonderfully. I’m certain it will provide a real focal point for us and our students during the season.”
Sean Morgan went on to say “As an English Language School opening up a new business in South Africa it made perfect sense to us to combine with John, especially as he is the only English driver to be invited to participate in the race.” Mickel will pilot the number 09 Chevrolet Monte Carlo NASCAR that delivers almost 500 brake horsepower.
John will be in Francis King School of English colours for the first time later this month in South Africa, on the 1.5-mile D-Shaped oval at the Phakisa Circuit. NASCAR-experienced Mickel will take up his grid position for the Free State 500 at 1pm on January 31st 2010.
“The fact that this is John’s first race in 2010 and that it is in South Africa is great news for us” added Owen Phillips. Owen, who is leading the launch of Francis King’s internet-based English Training in South Africa, is also thrilled with the news. “Frances King is proud to introduce FK Teacher into South Africa, to cater to the need that exists in this country for internet-based English training. By linking up with John we’re going to be able to use the high-profile race to communicate what FK Teacher is all about, and how our unique and highly effective online learning system benefits people who want to improve their English. The system provides the student with a sophisticated, user-friendly web platform, and an innovative learning approach, as well as personal contact with a tutor."
The Phakisa Circuit is South West of Johannesburg and is home to MotoGP’s South African Motorcycle Grand Prix.