A1 level German courses in Berlin

At level A1, with Sprachenatelier, you can attend an intensive course, as well as a part-time or evening course. The German beginners’ courses are particularly important for Sprachenatelier, because we are convinced that if you learn German methodically from the start, you will progress faster.

Our German A1 courses contain a range of modern methods of foreign language teaching, in which we focus on motivating you to learn German. 

^{In-person or online German intensive courses at levels A1}

• Lessons per week
  on-site: 16 - 20 x 45 min.
  online: 12 x 45 min.
• Group size
  on-site: 6 - 14 students
  online: 6 - 12 students
• Course start
  on-site: see the dates
  online:  see the dates
• Days
  on-site: Mon - Thu
  online: Mon - Thu
• Time
  on-site: 9:30 - 13:00 or 13:30 - 17:00
  online: 9:30 - 12:00 am or 13:30 - 16:00  book here!

• Course levels
  on-site: A1
  online: A1

^{Which skills will I gain through an A1 level German course at Sprachenatelier?}

Communicate in German in simple terms

Understand simple conversations if the person you are talking to speaks slowly and clearly and is ready to help a bit

Understand and form everyday expressions and simple sentences in German

Introduce yourself in German and ask other people about themselves.
 

Which teaching methods do we use here at Sprachenatelier?

A dynamic, communication-based teaching approach.

A focus on the regular practice of the aspects learnt in class.

German will be the primary language of education, right from the start.

Development evaluation of our pupils through regular speaking tests and regular feedback from the teacher.

Role plays and other direct conversational methods as well as visual elements which help give the student a feel for the German language.

Our native speaking teachers provide an authentic feel for the German language and are trained and experienced to teach in motivational, creative and open ways.

The four basic skills (speaking, writing, listening and reading) will all be taught, with speaking skills divided into two sub-skills: taking part in conversations (interactional speaking) and speaking coherently (transactional speaking).   

^{Why should I choose Sprachenatelier?}

More than 15 years of teaching experience.

A relaxed and creative atmosphere, where our small groups are optimally suited to serve your specific needs. 

A professional written and oral placement test (free).

Acquisition of a globally recognised and official telc-Certificate.

Qualified and engaging teaching staff.

Flexible and varied teaching times: morning, afternoon and evening.

Choice of online or in-person study.

Option of 1 on 1 tutoring.

‘Friday social’ event every fortnight.

Regular meetups, including a weekly sightseeing tour on Wednesdays.

Free culture program with a variety of recommended activities.

Free help with finding accommodation.

A central institution location, easily reachable and in the heart of the vibrant and buzzy Friedrichshain Bezirk.

At the end of the course, you can additionally register to take a telc Deutsch A1 Exam and receive an internationally recognized A1 German Certificate.