German Level 1 (A0) is a complete beginner course for students who have never studied the language before. If you already have some basic knowledge of German, we recommend taking our placement test or contacting the Foreign Language Department, as a more suitable course may be available for you. 

Our classes take place at our school in Covent Garden with qualified, experienced teachers. 

Classes at IH London are dynamic and interactive, with a strong focus on spoken communication. Lessons are taught primarily in German and include interactive activities such as group work and role-plays to help build confidence and fluency. The course also develops your grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, listening, reading, and writing skills for real-life use of the language. 

After Level 1, continue your learning with Level 2 and beyond. Progression is based on your participation and self-study—there are no formal tests. To understand how this course fits into your learning journey, check our level chart. 

What’s included in your course? 

• Lesson summaries, notes & resources 

• German study tips 

• Access to additional study materials via our online platform 

• Support from experienced teachers 

• Invitations to exclusive workshops and events for IH London students 

By the end of your course, you should be able to: 

• Greet, say goodbye, and introduce yourself/others 

• Ask and answer basic questions (e.g., “How are you?”) 

• Share personal details (e.g., phone number, email) and spell words 

• Talk about nationality, countries, and languages 

• Use numbers for counting and everyday contexts 

• Discuss hobbies, free-time activities, and make plans 

• Describe jobs, professions, and working hours 

• Fill out simple forms 

• Apply essential grammar: questions, verb conjugation, pronouns, articles, plurals, haben and sein 

• Distinguish between formal and informal address 

• Gain cultural insights into German-speaking countries 

Materials 

Required Coursebook: 
Netzwerk neu in Teilbänden: Kurs- und Übungsbuch A1.1 mit Audios und Videos 
Units 1 & 2 
ISBN: 3126071627 

Please note coursebooks are required and should be purchased after your first lesson. Books will be available to buy at reception before your second class. 

German Level 1 (A0) is a complete beginner course for students who have never studied the language before. If you already have some basic knowledge of German, we recommend taking our placement test or contacting the Foreign Language Department, as a more suitable course may be available for you. 

Our classes take place at our school in Covent Garden with qualified, experienced teachers. 

Classes at IH London are dynamic and interactive, with a strong focus on spoken communication. Lessons are taught primarily in German and include interactive activities such as group work and role-plays to help build confidence and fluency. The course also develops your grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, listening, reading, and writing skills for real-life use of the language. 

After Level 1, continue your learning with Level 2 and beyond. Progression is based on your participation and self-study—there are no formal tests. To understand how this course fits into your learning journey, check our level chart. 

What’s included in your course? 

• Lesson summaries, notes & resources 

• German study tips 

• Access to additional study materials via our online platform 

• Support from experienced teachers 

• Invitations to exclusive workshops and events for IH London students 

By the end of your course, you should be able to: 

• Greet, say goodbye, and introduce yourself/others 

• Ask and answer basic questions (e.g., “How are you?”) 

• Share personal details (e.g., phone number, email) and spell words 

• Talk about nationality, countries, and languages 

• Use numbers for counting and everyday contexts 

• Discuss hobbies, free-time activities, and make plans 

• Describe jobs, professions, and working hours 

• Fill out simple forms 

• Apply essential grammar: questions, verb conjugation, pronouns, articles, plurals, haben and sein 

• Distinguish between formal and informal address 

• Gain cultural insights into German-speaking countries 

Materials 

Required Coursebook: 
Netzwerk neu in Teilbänden: Kurs- und Übungsbuch A1.1 mit Audios und Videos 
Units 1 & 2 
ISBN: 3126071627 

Please note coursebooks are required and should be purchased after your first lesson. Books will be available to buy at reception before your second class. 

German Level 1 (A0) is a complete beginner course for students who have never studied the language before. If you already have some basic knowledge of German, we recommend taking our placement test or contacting the Foreign Language Department, as a more suitable course may be available for you. 

Our classes take place at our school in Covent Garden with qualified, experienced teachers. 

Classes at IH London are dynamic and interactive, with a strong focus on spoken communication. Lessons are taught primarily in German and include interactive activities such as group work and role-plays to help build confidence and fluency. The course also develops your grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, listening, reading, and writing skills for real-life use of the language. 

After Level 1, continue your learning with Level 2 and beyond. Progression is based on your participation and self-study—there are no formal tests. To understand how this course fits into your learning journey, check our level chart. 

What’s included in your course? 

• Lesson summaries, notes & resources 

• German study tips 

• Access to additional study materials via our online platform 

• Support from experienced teachers 

• Invitations to exclusive workshops and events for IH London students 

By the end of your course, you should be able to: 

• Greet, say goodbye, and introduce yourself/others 

• Ask and answer basic questions (e.g., “How are you?”) 

• Share personal details (e.g., phone number, email) and spell words 

• Talk about nationality, countries, and languages 

• Use numbers for counting and everyday contexts 

• Discuss hobbies, free-time activities, and make plans 

• Describe jobs, professions, and working hours 

• Fill out simple forms 

• Apply essential grammar: questions, verb conjugation, pronouns, articles, plurals, haben and sein 

• Distinguish between formal and informal address 

• Gain cultural insights into German-speaking countries 

Materials 

Required Coursebook: 
Netzwerk neu in Teilbänden: Kurs- und Übungsbuch A1.1 mit Audios und Videos 
Units 1 & 2 
ISBN: 3126071627 

Please note coursebooks are required and should be purchased after your first lesson. Books will be available to buy at reception before your second class. 

German Level 1 (A0) is a complete beginner course for students who have never studied the language before. If you already have some basic knowledge of German, we recommend taking our placement test or contacting the Foreign Language Department, as a more suitable course may be available for you. 

Our classes take place at our school in Covent Garden with qualified, experienced teachers. 

Classes at IH London are dynamic and interactive, with a strong focus on spoken communication. Lessons are taught primarily in German and include interactive activities such as group work and role-plays to help build confidence and fluency. The course also develops your grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, listening, reading, and writing skills for real-life use of the language. 

After Level 1, continue your learning with Level 2 and beyond. Progression is based on your participation and self-study—there are no formal tests. To understand how this course fits into your learning journey, check our level chart. 

What’s included in your course? 

• Lesson summaries, notes & resources 

• German study tips 

• Access to additional study materials via our online platform 

• Support from experienced teachers 

• Invitations to exclusive workshops and events for IH London students 

By the end of your course, you should be able to: 

• Greet, say goodbye, and introduce yourself/others 

• Ask and answer basic questions (e.g., “How are you?”) 

• Share personal details (e.g., phone number, email) and spell words 

• Talk about nationality, countries, and languages 

• Use numbers for counting and everyday contexts 

• Discuss hobbies, free-time activities, and make plans 

• Describe jobs, professions, and working hours 

• Fill out simple forms 

• Apply essential grammar: questions, verb conjugation, pronouns, articles, plurals, haben and sein 

• Distinguish between formal and informal address 

• Gain cultural insights into German-speaking countries 

Materials 

Required Coursebook: 
Netzwerk neu in Teilbänden: Kurs- und Übungsbuch A1.1 mit Audios und Videos 
Units 1 & 2 
ISBN: 3126071627 

Please note coursebooks are required and should be purchased after your first lesson. Books will be available to buy at reception before your second class. 

Why not try out a sample beginners German lesson before signing up to a full course? These one-off sessions are aimed at students who have never studied the German language before.

Sample Lesson Plan

• Greeting people
• Introducing yourself and someone else
• Asking and giving personal details (name, nationalities, profession, age, phone number, date of birth)