Whether you want to learn English for travel, school, business, or social reasons, we have a language class option to suit your needs. In our English lessons, we use the Berlitz Method, which means you'll speak English from the very first class with a Berlitz-certified native-fluent instructor who will use a conversational approach to immerse you in the language. When you choose to study English with Berlitz, you will also learn the cultural implications of the language. This will allow you to use your language skills and cultural knowledge to communicate confidently with other native speakers.
In-person English classes
During our face-to-face English classes, your instructors encourage natural conversation, getting you to speak in English from day one. We offer in-person courses in our language centers and various co-working spaces across France.
Online English classes
With our online classes, you'll learn English in a live environment, where you can speak English directly with your instructor, ensuring you get the same high-quality education as in our in-person courses. Students are also given access to a student portal that makes it easy to schedule classes, access course materials and track progress.
We have English lessons for everyone
Our courses are available for everyone who wants to learn English irrespective of of age, goals or learning style.
English courses for kids and teens | Language courses for adults | English courses for businesses | |
Target group | teens between 12 and 17 years old | all adults | business professionals |
Levels | for all levels | for all levels | for all levels |
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English lessons available for all levels
Are you just starting on your language-learning journey? Or do you already know some English and want to improve your skills further? With us, you will find the class that fits your level perfectly.
Beginner English courses | Intermediate English courses | Advanced and professional English courses | |
Description | Our English courses for beginners are designed to help you develop basic skills to communicate in everyday situations and build the foundations of fluency. | You will learn how to hold straightforward conversations in various situations and talk about familiar topics in contextualized settings. | You will be able to speak English confidently in most situations in a personal, academic, or professional setting. |
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How you’ll learn with our English lessons
Step 1
Simply book English classes through your online student portal or directly at the learning center.
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At the beginning of each English lesson, your instructor will outline the goals for the session, so you know exactly what you’re aiming at.
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You will learn with our proven Berlitz Method. This means your instructor will deliver your classes in your target language to equip you with real-life conversational skills.
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Every English lesson follows the present, practice, and perform structure. Your instructor first presents new learning content, after which you learn through guided and general practice, ending the lesson with a performance of what you have learned.
Why learn English?
As the most spoken language in the world, English is an essential language for both business and travel. With an estimated 1.2 billion people speaking English in the world and with 59 different countries speaking English as an official language, the ability to confidently use English can open up a wealth of opportunities.
English test preparation and English language certifications
We offer preparation courses for multiple internationally recognized tests. Many official language tests can also be taken directly on-site at one of our Berlitz language centers in France.
Description | Preparation course | Testing | |
Bright | Bright is a standardized test widely accepted by universities and institutions around the world for those looking to study or work in English-speaking countries. | ✓ | ✓ |
CLOE | The CLOE test evaluates your language skills in a professional context and is valued by employers seeking candidates with strong communication skills. | ✓ | ✓ |
LILATE | Through role-playing exercises with a native speaker, the LILATE videoconference language test evaluates your communication skills in real-world business scenarios. | ✓ | ✓ |
Linguaskill | The Linguaskill test is a fast and convenient online English proficiency exam. It assesses all four language skills: reading, listening, writing, and speaking. | ✓ | ✓ |
TOEIC | TOEIC is a standardized test designed to measure the English skills of people working in an international environment. | ✓ | ✓ |
LEVELTEL | LEVELTEL is a certification that assesses the ability to interact in a second language in professional and para-professional contexts. It defines the level of performance in the 5 skills based on the CEFR grid: reading comprehension, listening comprehension, continuous writing expression, speaking expression, and oral interaction. | ✓ | ✓ |
TOEFL | The TOEFL test, accepted by over 11,000 universities worldwide, measures the English proficiency of non-native speakers specifically for academic purposes. | ✓ | X |
IELTS | The standardized IELTS test, evaluating your English proficiency, is a gateway to many universities and workplaces in English-speaking countries. | ✓ | X |
Cambridge | The Cambridge tests assess your English language proficiency at various levels, catering to general or academic purposes. | ✓ | X |
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Frequently Asked Questions
You can decide which English course suits you the best based on your goals and preferences. Berlitz France offers English lessons for all ages and learning styles:
- In-person group lessons allow students to express themselves through natural conversations with each other and progress together.
- Private English classes are a preferred choice for students who are looking for the undivided attention of their instructor to improve their skills either in person or online.
- Online group courses are best for people who prefer learning in a social environment and want to cut time on commuting.
- Online self-study is perfect for individual learners who want to focus on their specific language goals and proceed at their own speed.
- Intensive English courses are the best fit for those who want to improve their skills at an even faster pace.
- With Business English courses, corporate employees can master the business language of their field.
- English courses for kids and teens offer young learners a combination of fun and effective learning.
At Berlitz France, we offer English language classes:
- In person at one of our language centers in France:
- Contact us for courses in other cities where we don't have a physical language center.
- For more flexibility, you can choose online English language classes as well, or learn with our online self-study courses.
Before you start learning English with Berlitz France, one of our instructors will conduct an oral evaluation with you to ensure we provide you with the most suitable course. You can also take our online placement test to assess your current language level. After completing the oral test, our expert team will recommend a course that is adapted to your level. We offer beginner English courses as well as classes for intermediate and advanced students.
If you want to learn to speak English, it is important to speak the language actively. Your progress can be supported with a number of learning techniques that help you improve your skills naturally:
- watching TV shows
- listening to music
- reading books in English
You can also enroll for English language learning with Berlitz France:
- Choose whether you want to learn in a group or take a private English language course.
- Contact us to determine your current language level with a language test. You can also complete our online placement test to get an estimate of your level.
- Sign up for a course of your preference.
- Study with a native-fluent instructor and start speaking English from your very first class.
- Receive feedback and progress reports from your teacher.
- Reach your language learning goals quickly and effectively.
Our experienced native-fluent instructors will always give you feedback after the classes to help you improve your language skills and reach fluency in English.
You can learn English fast by taking an intensive English course with Berlitz. To see results quickly:
- Join Berlitz's English immersion program.
- Choose the intensity of your classes and how many hours you want to spend on studying.
- Focus on actively speaking English with your instructors.
- Practice English during lunch with your instructor in an informal setting.
- Have real-life conversations.
- Personalize your lessons to your needs.
- Improve your language skills by 1 Berlitz level in a matter of a week.
You can learn to speak English by practicing your language skills in various conversations. You will do so with our English courses, where we use the Berlitz Method. Our renowned teaching method focuses on actively speaking English and practicing real-life situations. You will practice spoken English during your lessons, irrespective of the class format.
With our English course, you will:
- Understand and use relevant language in different social situations.
- Improve your communication skills by actively speaking English.
- Learn to navigate in both familiar and new environments.
- Develop your confidence in using English in everyday conversations.