It started with a dream shared by many, to speak a new language with confidence, to study abroad, to work in international markets, to connect with the world in a deeper way. But turning that dream into reality often felt like navigating a maze and tireless and relentless pursuit.

I decided to take a different path. Instead of relying on agencies or giving up after slow progress and years of dedication to learn English, I built my own route, finding the right school, arranging an immersion trip, and experiencing firsthand the power of learning a language where it’s spoken. A few years later, I went from a basic level of English to graduating with distinction from a British university on a scholarship, building a corporate career, and now launching my own startup, all while learning yet another new language.

From this journey, SPUR was born: a platform designed to remove the confusion, make the process transparent, and give learners the seamlessness they need from day one. What began as one person’s solution is now a bridge for thousands of students to step confidently into their own language-learning adventures.

Arailym O’Shaughnessy
CEO