German classes in Crawley: Try a class for free

Learning German can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re preparing for an exam, relocating to Germany or Switzerland, or working towards citizenship or a residence permit.

I’m a native German speaker and qualified coach with over 20 years of teaching experience. After living in the UK for 27 years before returning to Germany, I know first-hand what it’s like to move country, adapt to a different culture and build a new life.

Many of my students are preparing for language exams needed for citizenship, residence permits, work opportunities or relocation. Others simply want to feel more confident speaking German in everyday life.

All of my students who have worked towards German certification with me have successfully passed their exams, from A1 to C1.

I create personalised lessons tailored to your goals, learning style and pace. I’m known for making German grammar easier to understand and for creating a relaxed, supportive environment where students feel comfortable making mistakes and asking questions.

As a qualified coach, I also help students overcome common obstacles such as speaking anxiety, lack of confidence, motivation issues and feeling stuck at the same level. Learning a language is about more than grammar – it’s also about mindset, consistency and believing you can succeed.

I have experience supporting neurodivergent learners and believe there is no one-size-fits-all approach to language learning.

I’d love to help you achieve your German goals.

Hi! I am Larissa, I am originally from Frankfurt, Germany. Right now, I am living in Baja California, Mexico. Since 2019, I've been teaching German as a foreign language via video chat and in face-to-face sessions. My students come from all over the world, from various age groups and have different skill levels. Depending on your skill level and requirements, we might start at the very beginning, dig into some grammar, do listening, reading and/or conversational exercises. I can also help you with different exam preparations or getting you ready to travel/move to a German speaking country. I like to work with free online sources, but am also happy to work with any material that my students bring to class. It is important to me to create a friendly and judge free atmosphere for my students where they feel comfortable just speaking and asking questions.

I am very passionate about traveling, exploring other countries and learning languages. Teaching is a great way for me to meet people from all over the world and learning about their cultures as well. 
 

Hi! I'm Tabea. I was born in Heidelberg (Germany) and I grew up in Spain, so I am bilingual in German and Spanish.

I started working as a German tutor in 2017, while I was still travelling a lot between Germany, Spain, Italy, Greece and the UK. I soon found out that I really enjoyed online teaching, since I had the chance to meet people from all over the world. I love learning things about other cultures and languages, as well as improving my teaching skills.

My lessons are quite flexible: I believe there is not only one method for learning a language. Students can be very different and even one person won't feel the same way every day. Therefore I take care to adapt each lesson to my students' needs. Do you feel you need a little help in conversation? Let's pick different topics and practise your speaking/listening abilities. Or are you stuck with grammar? Let's sit down and answer all your questions step by step.

German is a very rich language and sometimes it can be challenging, so there might be ups and downs on the road. But the harder you push yourself, the more rewarding it will be when you reach your goals!

If you are interested in taking German lessons, I'd love to meet you for a trial session!

I am happy you decided to learn German.

With me as your tutor, you will get the support and motivation you need to reach your goals and make the progress you are looking for. My classes are not only educational but fun. I firmly believe that language learning should be motivating to ensure students’ success.

Since earning my Master’s in Teaching German as a Foreign Language, I have been teaching my native language at universities and language schools in Germany and abroad for fifteen years.

My teaching approach is communicative, intercultural and learner-centered. Over the years I have developed my own material which I supplement with current course books, online material and authentic sources like German songs, TV programs/films and literature.

No matter if you are a beginner or an advanced learner, no matter what area you’d like to focus on, be it general German, business German or exam preparation, I am going to tailor the lessons to your individual needs in order to ensure the best possible outcome.

As a polyglot myself, I am familiar with the challenges of learning a new language and I can give you helpful tips along the way.

All you need to bring is the necessary motivation and dedication, and we’re ready to go.

Lass uns Deutsch lernen! (Let’s learn German!)

I hope to see you soon in a trial session.

Toni

Hallo! Looking for a motivated companion to become a confident German speaker? Just book a free trial with me and we will get started right away. 

I am a native German instructor as well as a certified coach for communication and emotional management. Since 2018 I have been helping people around the world to learn German in an easy and fun way. I started my work at a French High School. My main task there was to prepare the advanced learners for their oral exams. Later I continued at a French Engineering University teaching the students to apply their German skills to specific topics linked to their studies and future jobs. I also helped them in the preparations of their year abroad in a German speaking country. After this experience I switched to instructing beginners at a French Middle School and started my work online with beginners as well as advanced learners. 

My offer includes lots of exercises that will enable you to express yourself spontaneously and quickly break the barrier to speak. In addition to the sessions with me you will get tasks that you can easily complete and repeat throughout your everyday life. Together we will create a stimulating learning environment that makes it easy for you to pick up new vocabulary and grammar structures without having to know all the different rules that a native speaker does not even know ;) 

Instead of rushing through chapters and passing a final exam I offer a slower learning pace. By doing so you will enjoy each little step in your language acquisition and stay curious and motivated for what is to come.

If my short introduction piqued your interest, I will be happy to meet you in a trial session.

Liebe Grüße

Johanna

Teaching Approach

There are many ways to teach a lesson. I'm a lover of a varied approach whenever applicable. I can honestly say that I will always do my very best to find suitable methods in order to facilitate comprehension and learning.

Over the course of a lesson, I might use audio files, videos, transcripts, books, worksheets or custom-tailored exercises that I feel are best suited for that particular student. Likewise, I will also train conversation - practical or otherwise.

I highly value being kind, patient, modest and encouraging. I always strive to create an environment that fosters a positive feeling. An inviting atmosphere is essential for learning anything at all. I welcome mistakes students make because it's normal to do so, plus that is one of the best ways to learn something properly.

My ultimate goal for you, as my student, is to enjoy yourself while learning and progressing!

Students are different, and all have their own individual needs and expectations. I see myself as someone who is guiding them along their chosen path. Occasionally prompting them to discover (the beauty of) a concept here and there they might have overlooked otherwise. Helping them to develop long-term strategies that will make them feel accomplished and self-assured.

Qualifications & Experience

I've studied at a German university. I've worked as a full time teacher in German trade schools for many years. I've easily taught more than 4,500 lessons over the years. I taught students from all walks of life, with their ages ranging from fifteen to forty-five years. 

About me

Teaching, in general, has always been something that I deeply admire. To be able to help others comprehend a concept, and to contribute to their learning progress, is a meaningful endeavour and deeply rewarding! I enjoy it more than I could ever adequately describe. 

I look forward to helping and getting to know more people here! Let's have many wonderful learning experiences together!

Kind regards,

David

Hello! My name is Hilda. 

I studied to teach German (DaF teacher) at the Goethe Institute in Munich.

I also have the master`s degree in German and English as a foreign language correspondent.

I am experienced in teaching people of all ages and all levels for many years.

I offer: 

Individual, personalized lessons and tailor-made materials for each lesson

Your own clear presentation of the lesson

Your own access to the homework page

Access to an interactive software

Lots of conversation

Exam preparation (A1 - C1), with so far 100% success

Book downloads

Guidance through the German cultural characteristics and customs

Flexibility in price and time

I catch nervousness with a pinch of humor

See you soon :-)

Hello my name is Maria, I’m from Germany and currently I live in Bolivia.

I myself was raised multilingual and I live in a foreign country. So, I know how hard and sometimes even frustrating it can be to learn a language. That’s why I would like to help you. If you are a beginner its best to start with some structure. So, vocabulary, grammar and the structure of a sentence in general. If you are already advanced, we can concentrate on pronunciation and conversation. Of course, always in connection with listening, reading and writing.

I already helped some students to prepare for their Goethe and Telc Test in the Levels A1 to C1.

I'm Josie, and I help international professionals find their voice in the German workplace.

I teach them to advocate for themselves and enjoy living in Germany.

• Have you worked here for years, understood everything in meetings, but frozen when it was your turn to speak?
• Do you want to negotiate a better salary at your next review or understand why your German colleagues seem so direct? That's where I come in!

I speak five languages and have lived and worked in several countries, so I understand the learner's perspective and the professional's perspective of trying to thrive in a culture that isn't their own. Outside of teaching, I'm a documentary photographer who has visited over 30 countries, and I play flag football. I love good conversations, and I design my lessons around them.

I am a certified DaF (Deutsch als Fremdsprache) teacher, Goethe-Institut certified, and I have taught learners from A1 to C1 levels, from complete beginners to advanced professionals refining their final 10%.
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Specialized Translation (Economics), an MBA in Marketing and Data Management, and a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Information Law.This combination is particularly relevant to my focus area: Business German. I understand not just the language, but also the world in which you operate — contracts, compliance, negotiations, and corporate communication. My teaching method is communicative and task-based. You will speak extensively and learn through real-life situations.

My lessons aren't just about speaking German more fluently. They're about what you can do with your German skills.

• You'll speak up in meetings, and your words will carry weight.
• You'll negotiate salary and working conditions in German with the right phrasing without selling yourself short.
• You'll understand the unwritten rules of German work culture, such as why feedback sounds so blunt, how hierarchies actually function, and when to use "Du" versus "Sie."
• You'll write emails that sound professional, not stiff, not too casual, but just right.
• You'll feel at home in Germany, both at work and outside of it.

My lessons are structured yet relaxed, and every session is tailored to your goals. I'd love to meet you soon!

My name is Sina, and I am a professional DaF (German as a Foreign Language) teacher, certified by the renowned Goethe-Institut. I hold both a bachelor's and a master's degree in Political Science. Passionate about languages and cultures, I enjoy helping students connect with the German language and discover its rich culture!