German A1 Course in Berlin – Beginner Classes A1.1 and A1.2

Are you looking for a German A1 course in Berlin? At Sprachenatelier Berlin, we offer German courses for complete beginners and learners who want to improve their basic German skills. Choose between intensive courses, part-time courses and evening courses. Selected courses are also available online.

Learn essential vocabulary and grammar, practise speaking and listening, and build the skills you need to communicate in everyday situations.

Choose the course that suits your schedule and learning goals.

Which German A1 course is right for you?

Course Type	Level	Course Load	Group Size	Schedule	Registration
Intensive Course	A1.1 / A1.2	16–20 × 45 min./week	6–14	Mon–Thu 9:30–12:30 or 13:30–17:00	Register
Part-Time Course	A1.1 / A1.2	Reduced hours/week	6–14	Flexible mornings/afternoons	Register
Evening Course	A1.1 / A1.2	2–3 evenings/week	6–14	Approx. 18:00–21:00	Register
Online Course	A1.1 / A1.2	12 × 45 min./week	6–12	9:30–12:00 or 13:30–16:00	Register

• Find Your German Course
• Take the Free German Placement Test

All courses are taught by experienced teachers and take place in small groups so that you can make rapid progress.

Beginner German courses at A1 level are especially important to Sprachenatelier because we believe that German should be learned correctly and systematically from the very beginning in order to achieve success more quickly.

Overview of German courses in person or online at levels A1.1 and A1.2:

Category	In-Person Course (A1.1 / A1.2)	Online Course (A1.1 / A1.2)
Lessons per Week	16–20 × 45 min.	12 × 45 min.
Group Size	6–14 participants	6–12 participants
Course Start	Every Monday	Every Monday
Days	Mon–Thu	4 days per week
Time	9:30–13:00 or 13:30–17:00	9:30–12:00 or 13:30–16:00
Course Level	A1.1 / A1.2	A1.1 / A1.2

German Placement Test – Test Your Language Level (A1–C2)

Are you unsure about your current German level? Not sure whether you are already at level A2?

Find out with our free online German placement test.

Register now for a German A1 course!

Our German A1 courses include a wide range of modern foreign-language learning methods, with a special focus on motivation for learning German.

As a participant at Sprachenatelier Berlin, you can expect a relaxed and creative atmosphere as well as teachers who can respond individually to your needs thanks to the small group sizes.

In the A1 German course, you will learn to communicate in German in a simple way. Basic conversations become possible when your conversation partners speak slowly and clearly and are willing to help a little. Through the course, you will understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very simple sentences in German. You will also be able to introduce yourself in German and ask other people questions about themselves.

Take the telc German A1 exam at Sprachenatelier Berlin!

Would you like to take the telc German A1 exam after your A1 German course?

Then Sprachenatelier Berlin is the right place for you! We are an official telc examination center and a recognized telc Competence Center University – your ideal partner for the telc German A1 exam in Berlin.

At the end of the course, you can additionally register for a telc German A1 exam and obtain an internationally recognized A1 German certificate.

telc A1 Exam: Download Practice Test as PDF

Preparation for the telc A1 exam is essential for your success. With a practice test or sample exam (free PDF download), you can train effectively and prepare optimally.

The exam by telc gGmbH follows a fixed structure. A telc A1 sample test shows you:

• Exam structure and task formats

• Time limits for each part of the exam

• Assessment criteria

• Procedure of the written and oral examination

You can download the telc A1 sample test and the corresponding MP3 files for the telc German A1 exam here as a free PDF.

No time during the day? Evening courses available in person and online

Learning German in the evening is the perfect solution! At our language school, you can improve your German language skills flexibly with evening courses designed for professionals, students, and anyone who wants to learn effectively alongside their daily commitments.

All German Course Formats at Sprachenatelier at a Glance

At Sprachenatelier, you will find a wide range of German courses for all levels (A1–C2) and learning goals. Whether intensive courses, evening courses, or private lessons – available in Berlin or online. Get a quick overview of all German course formats now.

FAQ – A1 German Course in Berlin & Online

A German A1 course is designed for people who are learning German for the first time. At Sprachenatelier Berlin, beginners start with A1.1, where they learn basic vocabulary, simple sentences, pronunciation and everyday expressions. In A1.2, they build on these skills and practise more everyday conversations. By the end of A1, learners can introduce themselves, ask and answer simple questions, and communicate in familiar situations.

Sprachenatelier Berlin offers German A1 courses both in person in Berlin-Friedrichshain and online through live classes with a teacher. You can choose between intensive courses, part-time courses and evening classes, depending on your schedule and learning goals. In-person classes take place at Frankfurter Allee 40, 10247 Berlin, near the Samariterstraße U-Bahn station (U5). Online courses allow you to learn German from home.

The time needed to complete German A1 depends on your course format, attendance and individual learning progress. The A1 level is divided into two modules: A1.1 for beginners and A1.2 for the next stage. Intensive courses provide more lessons per week, while evening and part-time courses allow you to learn alongside work or university studies. Regular attendance and independent practice can help you make progress.

The price of a German A1 course at Sprachenatelier Berlin depends on the course format and duration. Intensive German courses start at €240 for two weeks, while evening courses start at €125 for four weeks for in-person classes. Online course prices may differ. New students pay a one-time registration fee of €50. Please check the current course schedule and price list for available A1.1 and A1.2 courses.

Yes. After preparing for the exam, you can register for the telc German A1 examination at Sprachenatelier Berlin, an official telc examination centre. The exam assesses basic German listening, reading, writing and speaking skills. You can also use official practice tests to familiarise yourself with the exam format. Course participation does not automatically register you for the examination; please check the available exam dates, fees and registration requirements separately.

📍 Location of Our Language School in Berlin

The language school is centrally located in the heart of Berlin-Friedrichshain and is very easy to reach. Whether you are coming from Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg, Lichtenberg, Prenzlauer Berg, or Mitte – getting here is simple.

🏫 Sprachenatelier Berlin 📍 Address: Frankfurter Allee 40, 10247 Berlin 🚆 Directions: Underground line U5 – Samariterstraße station, only a 1-minute walk 🕘 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.