Why Study This Course?
Want to start speaking German? This course is perfect for complete beginners! You’ll learn basic vocabulary like greetings, numbers, and colours. We’ll cover essential grammar, helping you build simple sentences. Gain the confidence to have basic conversations and discover German culture. Our interactive sessions are designed to be fun and engaging. If you are a Carer, please visit reception to see if you are eligible for support.
You will learn authentic pronunciation and essential sentence structures. You will also learn useful phrases for everyday interactions. You will explore German food, drink, and customs. The course is taught by a native German speaker.
This course covers:
Personal information (e.g. nationality, family, occupation)
Eating and drinking (e.g. ordering food and drinks in cafes and restaurants)
Read and write the language alphabet
Formal and informal language if appropriate
Negative structure
The basic rules of pronunciation
You'll learn through a mix of interactive lessons, listening exercises, reading comprehension, and conversation practice. This ensures a well-rounded learning experience.
No previous knowledge of the language is required.
This course is for complete beginners.
Your tutor will discuss your goals with you and assess your progress through in-class observation and activities. We use tutor input, group work, and audio-visual resources to match different learning styles. Homework will be given after each session. This is not an exam course. After completing this course, you can enrol on Beginners Stage 2.
To be eligible for this course you must be 19 or over on the start date. Please bring a pen and paper or your electronic device to the first class. Regular attendance is advisable to ensure maximum progress.
Please note that tutors may occasionally be changed at short notice. While teaching styles may vary, we ensure consistent quality across all of our courses. For this reason, a change of tutor does not qualify for a refund.