Very racist environment. Teachers see racism and discrimination happening in online classes without…read moresaying anything or defending the victim. I was asked very uncomfortable questions by the white people in the class and nobody said or did anything. Not even the teacher. Additionally, very low education level. Choose another school.

Speakeasy was recommended to us by a couple of my husband's coworkers, who had a great experience…read morewith one of Speakeasy's evening German A1.1 classes. My personal experience started with a couple of weeks worth of 1:1 German language lessons with one of new tutors, a woman to moved to Berlin to pursue a Master's degree in teaching foreign languages. She was diligent in teaching me some German that I wouldn't necessarily learn in my classes for at least a month or so, but would be useful for getting around. I then took the intensive A1.1 and A1.2 level courses for a couple of months, which were the equivalent of perhaps a year of high school German. The format of the classes includes lecturing, role-playing, practicing verbally with classmates, and the more traditional workbook exercises. German got difficult quickly, so I started taking the A2.1 evening courses as a way to give myself time to really digest the language. Same format as the daytime intensive courses, but it took a few months to get through the same material. PRO-TIPS: + If you're planning on taking intensive courses during the summer, do yourself a favor and register before the 20th. Not only do you get a €5 discount off the course, but you'll actually get the course you want. I made the mistake of not doing this and lost my space in a class with the best instructor I had. + My favorite instructor was Marten (sp?), one of the instructors for the intensive daytime course. While some of the teachers go by the textbooks (boring!), Marten was great about giving short lectures that gave us just enough information to practice whichever concept was the lesson for the hour. I loved how he gave us the "Legos" and encouraged us to build sentences with them. + While the textbook and workbook total to around €20 per course (a reasonable cost), there are some cash-strapped folks that might appreciate that you can actually borrow the books by paying the purchase price and just making sure you erase all your answers before returning the materials at the end of the course. As long as the books don't have any visible marks, you get your money back. There are many language school options in Berlin, but I felt like I really got a decent exposure to German for a reasonable price.

Awful. Simply awful. Unless you are German, Southern European or from the former Communist Bloc,…read moreget ready for awkward communication! One teacher (Florian) spent ten minutes attacking Americans in front of the entire class. He frequently attacks students with rude comments and hateful criticism when students cannot remember vocabulary words in beginner levels. Students largely aren't interest in learning, and the teachers tend to frequently stereotype students. The "coursework" is not scheduled, and unless you ask, you have no idea what level you're in. The work done in class is from random printouts from random workbooks. No textbook is used. The theory and grammar learning structure is not at all along the guidelines of the TestDaF or any of the test frameworks. Highly do not recommend unless you're here on holiday and not looking to learn for serious purposes. The free time programs are not very interesting or informative and usually always cost extra. Most are things you could do (or already have done) aside from the Alexanderplatz tour with Windelin.

From the owner: Sprachenatelier Berlin offers German courses and language courses in more than 45 other languages…read more We also organise cultural activities open to students and the wider public.

Great little school where the staff will take care of you…read more I've studied German for months to this school and I can tell that the courses were interesting, my teacher was good and would pay attention to each of us. If you have any problem you can surely find someone at the office to help you. I enjoyed being to that school, I think they put the priority on being here for each of us and to the quality of the services. The bad points would be that it's a little bit expensive and that you cannot find intensive evening courses.

I highly recommend DAS Akademie Berlin for language learning. I had a fantastic experience there…read morethis summer as I worked on my beginning language skills. When I first contacted Das Akademie, the support staff responded quickly and were very friendly and supportive in helping me find the best fit for a class. I was only in Berlin for seven weeks and wished to develop more confidence in speaking. I also have mild/moderate hearing loss and felt it might be better to have a one-on-one teacher to work with me. I wear hearing aids and with them most people don't realize I have trouble hearing, but language learning can be more difficult. On my first day, I spent time with the Director at DAS Akademie as he helped to choose a teacher that was a perfect fit. She quickly figured out that although I had learned many individual vocabulary words, I was still having difficulty with pronunciation and sentence structure. Rather than rush through exercises to "cover" material, we spent extra time practicing asking and answering questions so that I felt comfortable actually speaking in public. She was not only very creative in coming up with different ways of helping me practice, she did so in such a positive, energetic and fun way. My seven weeks passed way too fast. Each day that I walked into Das Akademie Berlin I was greeting with big smiles and encouraging words from everyone. Next summer I will likely come back to Berlin and if I do I will definitely be coming back. Everyone from the Director, to the teachers and all of the support staff are wonderful.

Sprachsalon is an excellent language school for studying German as a foreign language in Neukölln…read more The staff are very kind and accommodating and the teaching is solid. Intensive courses (4 weeks 400€; 8 weeks 710€) are very good value given the quality and care of the instruction and the amount of time spent in the classroom. Classes are small (4-6 students) and provide plenty of opportunities to practice speaking German.

From the owner: The Sprachsalon is a small language school with a dedicated team of language teachers situated in…read moreWeichselstrasse, a lively street in Berlin's Neukölln district just a stone's throw from the Landwehr Canal. In addition to German language courses we offer courses in several other foreign languages. Language instruction takes place in small groups. Our motivated and qualified teachers use modern materials and methods to ensure their tuition is dynamic and engaging. In the relaxed and friendly atmosphere of the Sprachsalon learning is fun and each student can be sure that his or her individual needs are met. There is a small kitchen in our charming fin-de-siècle rooms where you can make yourself something to drink. And between classes you are welcome to sit and chat with other students on the seats outside. In our language workshops you have the opportunity to put the knowledge gained in class into practice. The workshops bring together a diverse range of people from Berlin and further

Herr Grote is a good instructor -- clear, structured, and easy to follow. However, the course is…read morevery expensive for what is offered. It would be better if the classes were spread over a longer period, with lower tuition and held in a less expensive building. Berlin should regulate private language schools more closely, and student pass rates should be publicly disclosed.

The main reasons I chose Kapitel Zwei were: 1 competitive prices, 2 goos reviews, 3 location. So…read morelet's start. They offer intensive german courses 3 hours a day (4 units of instruction of 45 min) from Monday to Thursday, 4 weeks. Total 64 units of instruction for 222€. They have courses from 9-12, 12-3, 3-6 and 6-9. You get an official european level within 2 courses (so 8 weeks). They do an entry level test to place you in the right level. We were 11 students but 2 quit in the middle and most of the days someone was missing son average 7-8 students. That's pretty good for the course. At the beginning of the course I wasn't happy with my course and teacher. The teacher was playing most of the times games, and I think we should have followed the book more. Most of the students were always late (except 3). I tried to change but there were no empty space in other groups so I continued. Actually it got better through the days, so I am glad I stayed. The teacher was teaching more grammar, and we started to read a book. I find the course very well to know german to everyday life and to speak. We did a lot of exercises in groups, to speak, which I consider great, as now I am able to speak (even though I know I make mistakes), and I loose "the fear" talking in german. I did here B1.1 and I signed up for a B1.2 next month. I am not sure if only with the intensive course you will be able to get through the official german exams, as there aren't too many hours, but they have special courses for that too. I will see, as I have to prepare for the B2 certificate. I think they should include Friday as day of class, so in total make a course of 80 units of instructions, which is recommended for each sub-level. And another thing: we made a 15 min pause after 1,5 h, which it is necessary in order not to get crazy, but sometimes this pause was 20-25 min. My teacher was late couple of times, so if you do the total, we didn't do 64 units of instruction. For me it's fine because I work every day at home too. The school is right in Alexanderplatz, which is Berlin city center and a great location. The staff is very friendly. As far as I know they speak English an also Spanish, which I really appreciate it. Anyways, I was happy with the result, and I am going to continue with them. To conclude, I would recommend this intensive course, it's a very good course for the price!

Expath has been instrumental in my German language journey, guiding me from A1 to my current B1.1…read morelevel. Our Teacher has been incredibly supportive, with a teaching style that is both effective and enjoyable. His patience and enthusiasm have made learning German a positive experience. The school's emphasis on practical application and immersive learning sets it apart. Overall, Expath provides a welcoming and supportive environment, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking to learn German. I also have friends enrolled and I only hear positive feedback from them.

I've been living in Berlin for a couple of months and Expath has already become my most trusted…read moreresource for advice on navigating the formidable minefield of German bureaucracy. I've spoken with them on Skype and in person twice and each time they were patient, informative, and friendly. Tia especially was relaxed and thorough through our meetings even taking time to explain confusing terms and going out of her way to accommodate us. Highly recommended and some of the best value for your money.

Terrible company, beyond terrible pay. Unless you literally have no other option, do not work here…read more Don't say you haven't been warned!

A very good school in Berlin for Deutsch learning and price is reasonable , I would recommend my…read moreteacher JULIAN HACKSTETTE explain very good and very clear, I strongly I do recommend learning with him.

I went to three different language schools in Berlin. And I must say that this one was by far the…read morebest choice. The only place where you do not feel your money getting burned with smalltalk. You get what you pay for: serious German classes. Thanks to my teacher Martina! The best!

BIMM Berlin is a great place to study music! The facilities are excellent and include plenty of…read moreroom for rehearsal, a music store, a mac suite and access to a recording studio. The tutors are all really cool too, they have worked with bands like Metallica so really know their stuff.