Private German lessons in London
Private, one-to-one German lessons in London for adult learners, taught by native-speaking tutors at your workplace or home. Lessons are arranged around your schedule and goals.
I’ve had weekly lessons with Stefan for a year now. He is a great teacher and lessons are carefully tailored to your level and individual learning goals. I highly recommend for anyone wanting to improve their German skills in a focused and supportive environment!
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German lessons for your goals
Learners come to us for German at work, for meetings, presentations, emails and calls; for relocation or regular travel to Germany, Austria or Switzerland; and for exams, including Goethe certificates and university exams.
Many also learn for a German-speaking partner. Lessons then focus on conversational German: visits to the in-laws, calls with relatives, and following the talk around the dinner table.
Every lesson is built around your level and your goals. One-to-one tuition means the entire lesson is spent on your speaking, listening, reading and writing, providing rapid progress at your pace.
Teaching takes place where and when it suits you: at your office, at home, at flexible times including before work, over lunch, or in the evening. Lessons at your office or home save travel time and fit easily into a busy week.
Structured German lessons, A1 to C2
Lessons follow either a bespoke syllabus or the CEFR levels, from complete beginner (A1) to near-native fluency (C2). Your tutor starts with an assessment of your current level and goals, then agrees the syllabus with you.
- A1Beginnerabout 3 months
- A2Elementaryabout 5 months
- B1Intermediateabout 1 year
- B2Upper intermediateabout 2 years
- C1Advancedabout 3 years
- C2Proficiencyabout 4 years
Typical time from complete beginner, with two 90-minute lessons a week plus the same amount of self-study.
Questions about private lessons
What do private lessons cost?
Private lessons are £65 to £90 an hour, depending on the time of day and the length of your commitment. Travel within Central London is included.
Can my employer pay for the lessons?
Yes. Many of our private learners have their lessons paid for by their employer.
Can the tutor come to my office or home?
Yes. Lessons take place at your workplace or your home in London, for example in the City, Canary Wharf or the West End, or at our office at Warnford Court, 29 Throgmorton St, EC2N 2AT.
Do you teach complete beginners?
Yes. A good share of our students begin with no German at all. Beginners’ lessons include some explanation in English, and we move into German as your level allows.
How long is a lesson, and how often should I have one?
Lessons are 90 minutes. Twice a week is what we recommend, leaving enough time between lessons for homework and revision. Once a week works, but progress is slower.
How long will it take me to hold a conversation in German?
Starting without prior German, with two 90-minute lessons a week and the same amount of self-study: about three months to A1, five months to A2, twelve months to B1, two years to B2, three years to C1 and four years to C2. B1 is the level at which most professionals can follow a meeting, handle business correspondence and manage a telephone call in German.
Who will teach me?
One tutor is assigned to you and stays with you throughout. You are not passed between tutors from one lesson to the next.
Getting started
If you are looking for a German tutor in London who comes to you, the first step is a short assessment of your current level. Your tutor then builds a syllabus with your goals in mind, and lessons begin at a time and place that suit you.
Ready when you are
One-to-one lessons with experienced native German tutors, at your office or home anywhere in London.
Business German training at your office for teams, with assessment and progress reporting.
A concentrated timetable for interviews, presentations and meetings.
One-to-one lessons by video, with the same syllabus and method.