About the A1 course for English beginners

Why take a beginner English course (A1)

  • Solid foundations: build essential vocabulary, basic grammar, and pronunciation for future learning.

  • Confidence in daily communication: with simple phrases, you can introduce yourself, greet others, ask for information, and understand basic instructions.

  • Improved employability: many jobs require basic English for simple tasks (emails, customer service, reading manuals).

  • Access to global content: understand signs, menus, schedules, and useful information in travel or everyday life.

  • Preparation for higher levels: A1 sets up you to progress to more fluent speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

Course objectives (A1)

  • Understand and use everyday, common expressions.

  • Introduce yourself, say where you’re from, and talk about simple personal information.

  • Form simple questions and answer basic ones (Yes/No and wh- questions about places, people, times).

  • Understand simple instructions in familiar contexts (class, store, transport).

  • Read basic words, signs, and short texts with support.

  • Write short, simple sentences about yourself and daily situations.

Expected outcomes after completing A1

  • Ability to introduce yourself and engage in a short, introductory conversation.

  • Read short texts and extract basic information (schedules, prices, directions).

  • Write simple messages (notes, short emails, postcards).

  • Participate in basic listening and speaking activities with guidance.

  • Demonstrable progress in basic vocabulary and grammar assessments.

Tips to make the most of the course

  • Practice regularly: 10–15 minutes daily beats long, sporadic study.

  • Use real-life situations: daily routines, simple requests, personal introductions.

  • Combine skills: listen to short audio, read simple texts, and repeat aloud.

  • Note new vocabulary and create mini-sentences with it.

  • Seek feedback: ask your teacher for pronunciation corrections.