Learn German Online with Expert Native Tutors
London’s Highest-Rated German Tutors

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Learn German online with expert native-speaking tutors in fully interactive, live classes that fit your schedule. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced learner, our structured, immersive online German courses help you speak confidently and fluently – without leaving your home. Learn German online from anywhere in the world – with London’s highest-rated German tutors.
Why You Should Choose Learn German Online Courses?
✔ Live, Interactive German Classes Online – Learn in real time with expert native-speaking tutors.
✔ Tailored German Lessons – Our courses cater to all language levels: beginner (A1-A2), intermediate (B1-B2), and advanced (C1-C2).
✔ Flexible Scheduling – Study German online at your convenience with weekday, evening, and weekend classes.
✔ Proven Success – Boost your German skills with structured lesson plans, grammar explanations, speaking practice, and exam preparation.
✔ Engaging Learning Materials – Get access to digital textbooks, exercises, and real-life conversational practice.
Online German lessons tailored to your objectives
Hello, I'm Jens Olesen. I'm the founder and director of Olesen Tuition- one of the UK's leading German language schools with excellent client reviews on Google, ProvenExpert, and Trustpilot. We provide online German lessons tailored to your goals. Before establishing Olesen Tuition in 2015, I earned first-class degrees from RWTH Aachen University, the LSE, and the University of Oxford. With over 25 years of experience as a German tutor, I have assisted thousands of students in achieving fluency in German, positioning myself as one of the top German tutors online. In response to the increasing demand for online German lessons, I have assembled an outstanding team of native tutors who ensure that learning German online is effective and enjoyable.
Online German classes and 1:1 German lessons online
Whether you're a beginner or know some German, we can help you master our mother tongue. We offer online German classes with 4-7 students and one-on-one online German lessons designed for rapid progress.
Private German Lessons are tailored to your individual needs for maximum benefit. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced learner, we adapt our teaching methods to suit you.
Small Online German Classes: Gain conversational confidence at a lower rate. We offer online German classes for all levels, from beginner to advanced.
✅ Why choose our online German courses?
Learn German online from native-speaking tutors with over 10 years’ teaching experience.
Optimal Class Size
Learn German online in small groups of 4–7 for maximum speaking time and personal attention.
Classes For All Levels and Ages
We provide online German classes for all ages and levels, from beginners to advanced learners, including kids and adults.
Top-Rated Online German Classes
Our online German classes are London's highest-rated German courses, with excellent reviews on all platforms.
No Long-Term Commitment
Try your first class, and if you enjoy it, commit to just 5 or 10 classes at a time.
Courses For Any Schedule
We provide online German courses that fit any schedule, whether before or after work, during the day, or at the weekend.
Why Learn German Online with Olesen Tuition?
If you opt to learn German online, it provides unparalleled flexibility, enabling you to study anytime and from any location. This makes it easy to incorporate language learning into your busy schedule. The days of strict class timetables and lengthy commutes are behind us. With online platforms, you can learn whenever it suits you best, whether you are a night owl or an early riser, allowing you to study when you feel most alert and focused.
Online German courses grant access to many authentic resources, including podcasts, media, literature, and newspapers. These materials offer practical exposure to the language, helping you grasp cultural subtleties and understand German in its natural context. Engaging with resources like German TV shows and newspapers broadens your vocabulary and enhances your comprehension skills.
Immersing yourself in these materials allows you to see the language in everyday situations, making your learning experience more relatable and effective. Another significant benefit of online learning is the ability to pursue personalised course paths. Courses catering to your needs and proficiency levels enable you to concentrate on particular topics or skills, such as business German or conversational fluency, aligning perfectly with your goals.
Learning German online also presents a fantastic opportunity to learn from native speakers. Native instructors can help you develop a natural accent and appropriate vocabulary, which are essential for authentic communication. They also provide insights into colloquial expressions and cultural nuances that textbooks often miss. This method is particularly effective for mastering the German language.
How we run our online German courses and our rates
You can try your first class with us for £45 for a 90-minute session before making further commitments. If you enjoy the trial class, we'll offer three pricing plans.
GET 10% OFF OUR ONE-TIME PAYMENT RATE WITH CODE SUMMERLESSONS. OFFER ENDS 7th SEPTEMBER.
Standard Rate- Recurring Payment (£225)
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Five consecutive classes.
Flex Rate- Recurring Payment (£240)
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Reschedule one of five classes within two months with more than 24 hours' notice.
Saver Rate- Recurring Payment (£430)
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With ten consecutive classes, our most cost-effective option.
One-Time Payment (£485)
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Ten consecutive classes paid upfront without a recurring subscription.
Zoom recordings will be provided for all missed classes.
Our German courses don't follow a fixed-week structure. Instead, they continue to progress from one level to another. Students work with us until they achieve their language goals, whether that means being conversational or even fluent in the language.
Start Learning German Today!
Flexible Online German Classes – Special Summer Offers Now Available
1. ✅ ☀️ Holiday Flexibility Bonus
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Offer: No charge for missed classes during summer holidays if notified in advance.
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Bonus: Zoom recordings and summary notes sent to all absentees.
2. 🎓 "Bring a Friend" Summer Discount
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Offer: Bring a friend to try a class for free — if they sign up, both get 10% off one month.
Contact us for further details and to claim your offer. We look forward to working with you!
Our Online German Courses
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10 hybrid classes in Hampstead or online with an experienced tutor. Duration: 6th-17th of October.
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Hybrid GCSE/IGCSE course in Hampstead or online for year 11 students. Start date: 21st of September.
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Meet Our Exceptional Team of Online German Tutors
Their unwavering commitment to student success transforms the journey of learning German online into an inspiring and rewarding experience.

Learning German Online – Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main benefits of learning German online?
Learning German online offers flexibility and convenience, allowing you to study on your own schedule from any location. Interactive tools and personalised learning paths let you customise your study experience to fit your goals. You’ll also enjoy immediate feedback and plenty of opportunities to practice with native speakers via video or chat, making your language-learning journey enjoyable and effective!
How do online German courses provide personalised learning?
Online German courses create an excellent personalised learning experience through tailored learning paths, self-assessment tools, and direct support from instructors. You can focus on the skills you need most, and instructors will adjust lessons to match your learning style. This means you receive guidance aligned with your unique goals and adapt to your progress!
Are online German courses cost-effective?
Online German courses are often more affordable than traditional classes. Plus, you save on travel costs since you can learn from home, and many online courses are priced lower than in-person lessons. So you can learn effectively without straining your budget!
Can learning German online improve my career prospects?
Learning German online can significantly boost your career prospects. It opens up job opportunities in Germany and other European countries, as well as with German-speaking clients worldwide. This valuable language skill makes you more competitive in the global job market. Seize this chance to invest in your future!
Are online German lessons suitable for beginners and advanced learners?
Absolutely. Online German lessons are designed to cater to all proficiency levels – from complete beginners to advanced speakers. Many platforms offer level assessments and structured curricula that let you start at just the right level and progress at your own pace. Whether you’re just starting out or refining your fluency, you’ll find online classes tailored to your needs (with specialised courses for different age groups, including young children and adult learners)!
What do I need to start learning German online?
In most cases, all you need is a computer or tablet with a stable internet connection, plus a headset or earphones for clear audio. Online German courses typically run on user-friendly platforms (such as Zoom or Skype) or dedicated learning apps that are easy to set up. For live video lessons, a webcam (built into most laptops) helps your tutor interact with you face-to-face. You won’t need any advanced technical skills – if you can browse the web, you can start learning German online right away!
Is it effective to learn German online compared to in-person classes?
Yes – learning German online can be just as effective as traditional in-person classes, and sometimes even more so. Modern online programs use live video sessions, interactive exercises, and instant feedback to recreate the engagement of a classroom. You’ll practice speaking, listening, reading, and writing just as you would in a face-to-face class. In fact, the flexibility of online learning allows you to take lessons at convenient times, which can even accelerate your progress!
Can I prepare for exams and get certified when I learn German online?
Many online German courses provide certificates of completion, and some even offer training for internationally recognised exams. You can prepare for official tests (like the Goethe-Zertifikat, TELC, TestDaF, or even school exams such as GCSEs and A-levels) through dedicated online lessons and practice exams. Online tutors often have experience guiding students through exam requirements, ensuring you’re well-equipped to succeed. Whether you need a certificate for work, study, or personal goals, online learning can help you achieve it!
How can I stay motivated while learning German online?
Staying motivated is key to success, and online learning offers plenty of ways to keep you engaged. Here are a few tips to maintain your enthusiasm and progress:
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Set clear goals: Define what you want to achieve (for example, finish a lesson each week or hold a short conversation by the end of the month).
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Track your progress: Use apps or a journal to note your improvements and see how far you’ve come – recognizing your growth can boost motivation.
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Stick to a routine: Schedule regular study times that fit your life, turning learning into a habit.
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Connect with others: Join online study groups or find a language partner for practice so you can encourage each other.
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Celebrate milestones: Reward yourself when you reach your goals (like completing a level or acing a test), and remember that every step forward is an achievement on your language journey!
Tira S.
"I was beyond beginners level German and wanted one-on-one instruction tailored to my specific needs. Jens is very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly, and identifies your strengths and weaknesses, and finds exercises, examples, and assignments to help you achieve more advanced levels of language comprehension. He also identifies your own goals and interests, and assigns homework based on that, making for amore useful and relatable language learning experience."
Rachel B.
"A fantastic teacher! I have been studying with Jens for almost a year now and have seen great progress in that time. Classes are the perfect size to allow for all students to actively participate and cover listening, reading, writing and speaking practices equally. Jens is also very patient when teaching all the dreaded German grammar rules! 10/10 - highly recommended."
Thomas W.
"Jens is a hard working and highly skilled tutor. I would enthusiastically recommend him to anyone that wants to learn German. I needed to significantly improve my German to go to business school and only had two months to get ready. I actually ended up overachieving in the exam. Jens quickly developed a personalised curriculum for me and we both worked very hard for weeks to improve my German. Jens was clearly very invested in my progress and put a lot of thought into where exactly I needed to focus my attention. His support and encouragement made me look forward to each lesson and I was even excited to see what he thought of the essays I completed between lessons. Thanks, Jens!"