A1
First steps
Your next stepFind your starting pointFree placement test
Small online groups averaging 3–4 participantsQualified native-speaking teachersEduTrust™ – quality guarantee
Small online groups averaging 3–4 participantsQualified native-speaking teachersEduTrust™ – quality guarantee
German online – with personal support.
Learn German live online in a small group or in one-to-one tuition. Practise actively, receive personal feedback and focus on everyday life, work or your own learning goals.
In a group, you learn with other participants and use the language in regular conversations. In one-to-one online tuition, you agree on lesson times, pace and topics with your teacher. Online Immersion™ offers concentrated learning. E-Learning lets you study independently, with optional one-to-one online lessons depending on the package.
Our free placement test and personal advice help you choose a starting point suited to your existing knowledge. You can book an individual group module without committing to follow-on courses. Group trial lessons are free. Find current online courses, dates, prices and booking options with each offer in the course finder.
SIQT Education Award Switzerland 2026/27
TOP Value for Money
SIQT recognised Sprachschule Schneider for TOP Value for Money in the language schools category. The award is based on a customer survey covering eight language schools in September 2026.
More about the education awardSprachschule Schneider in numbers
8000+ course attendances
Learn together. Move forward step by step.
25+ years of experience
Proven teaching. Personal support.
300+ German courses
For everyday life and work – suited to your level.
Learn German online. Explore the options and find your course.
Intensive courses
Find your starting point.Take the free test.
Group courses
Live online together.Explore group courses.
One-to-one tuition
Your pace, your goals.Learn live online.
Exam preparation
Prepare for your exam.Learn live online.
Immersion™
Intensive online study.Your goals in focus.
E-Learning
Study independently.With optional support.
Company courses
Language for your team.Train live online.
Children & young people
Tutoring and courses.Get personal advice.
Placement test
Find your starting point.Take the free test.
German online group courses
This selection shows online group courses for adults. Prices for courses already in progress are reduced proportionately. Each course shows the current price.
Black Friday discount
group course
Online
Semi-Intensive
Course start confirmed
Net course priceCHF 599.00CHF 539.10Enrolment feeCHF 65.00TotalCHF 604.10Black Friday discount
group course
Online
Intensive
Course start confirmed
Net course priceCHF 634.00CHF 570.60Enrolment feeCHF 65.00TotalCHF 635.60Black Friday discount
group course
Online
Semi-Intensive
Course start confirmed
Net course priceCHF 599.00CHF 539.10Enrolment feeCHF 65.00TotalCHF 604.10Black Friday discount
group course
Online
Semi-Intensive
Course start confirmed
Net course priceCHF 599.00CHF 539.10Enrolment feeCHF 65.00TotalCHF 604.10Black Friday discount
group course
Online
Course start confirmed
Net course priceCHF 599.00CHF 539.10Enrolment feeCHF 65.00TotalCHF 604.10Black Friday discount
group course
Online
Intensive
Course start confirmed
Net course priceCHF 634.00CHF 570.60Enrolment feeCHF 65.00TotalCHF 635.60Black Friday discount
group course
Online
Semi-Intensive
Course start confirmed
Net course priceCHF 559.00CHF 503.10Enrolment feeCHF 65.00TotalCHF 568.10Black Friday discount
group course
Online
Semi-Intensive
Course start confirmed
Net course priceCHF 559.00CHF 503.10Enrolment feeCHF 65.00TotalCHF 568.10
German in online one-to-one tuition
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one-to-one
Online
Better German for everyday life – this course prepares you in a simple and lively way for everyday life in Switzerland and other German-speaking countries and enables you to make rapid progress.
Arrange flexible lesson times with your teacher.
from CHF 69.00 per 45 mins.Plus CHF 65.00 Enrolment fee
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Immersion™️ one-to-one
Online
Full Day
Half Day
Intensive
Better German for everyday life – this course prepares you in a simple and lively way for everyday life in Switzerland and other German-speaking countries and enables you to make rapid progress.
Arrange flexible lesson times with your teacher.
from CHF 69.00 per 45 mins.Plus CHF 65.00 Enrolment fee
Course formats and prices
Learn in a group
| Course format | Course location | Extent | Course price | Courses |
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| Standard / Semi-intensive A1–B2 | Online | 8 × 180 min.2 | CHF 559 + CHF 65 enrolment | Course details |
| Standard / Semi-intensive C1 | Online | 8 × 180 min.2 | CHF 599 + CHF 65 enrolment | Course details |
| Intensive | Online | 15 × 120 min.2 | CHF 634 + CHF 65 enrolment | Course details |
| Exam preparation | Online | 8 × 180 min.2 | CHF 599 + CHF 65 enrolment | Course details |
You can buy learning materials separately. Prices for courses already in progress are reduced proportionately.
2 Teaching time depends on the number of registered participants. In smaller online groups, shared teaching time is shorter and supplemented by independent study. Each course offer shows the exact arrangement.
One-to-one tuition – tailored to you
Examples for everyday German. Other course topics have their own prices.
| Course format | Description | Per 45 min. | Booking example | Courses |
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| One-to-one online | Live via Zoom or another video platform | CHF 69 | 15 × 60 min. CHF 1’411 incl. CHF 65 enrolment | View course |
| Immersion™ online | Intensive half-day or full-day tuition | CHF 69 | 5 × 180 min. CHF 1’411 incl. CHF 65 enrolment | View course |
The booking examples include enrolment. The price per 45 minutes excludes enrolment. You can buy learning materials separately.
Breaks in group courses, one-to-one tuition and Immersion™: Every 60 minutes of course time includes a 5-minute break, adjusted proportionately for shorter or longer lessons. You agree break times with your teacher.
E-Learning – with or without one-to-one tuition
These examples are for 12 months. One-to-one lessons last 45 minutes. Find other durations in the package comparison.
| Package | One-to-one tuition | Package price | Per month4 | Courses |
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| Basic | None | CHF 227 | CHF 19 | View package |
| Pro | 12 lessons | CHF 1’192 | CHF 99 | View package |
| Premium | 24 lessons | CHF 1’993 | CHF 166 | View package |
Compare all packages and durations
4 Monthly prices are rounded. You pay once for the package duration you choose; the monthly price is not a monthly instalment.
Payment options
TWINT · Apple Pay · Visa · Mastercard · PayPal · Google Pay · Invoice · HeyLight
You can pay in instalments through HeyLight. We cover the financing costs. The available instalments depend on the amount and are shown at checkout. You can pay by invoice for orders of CHF 1,200 or more. If you need an invoice for a smaller amount, for example for your employer, please contact us before booking.
Book a full level
Book once. Keep learning to your level goal.
For a complete level, save CHF 150 in total with 3 modules or CHF 200 with 4 modules. You pay the enrolment fee only once. Available when all matching modules can be booked.
learn moreYour German course in three steps
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Find your level
Not sure of your level? Use our free placement test or ask for advice. If you already know it, choose your course directly.
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Choose and book your course
Choose the format, level and dates. Book online in a few steps, without an enquiry form or waiting for a quote.
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Pay securely and get started
Pay conveniently online. Your order confirmation arrives by email; course start information follows separately. You can pay in instalments through HeyLight. We cover the financing costs. The available instalments depend on the amount and are shown at checkout.
Where are you with your German?
A1.1, A1.2, A1.3 … are consecutive modules within A1. The number varies by course format. Start where your existing knowledge fits.
A2
Build your foundations
Your next stepFind your starting pointFree placement test
B1
Confidence in everyday life
Your next stepFind your starting pointFree placement test
B2
Speak spontaneously
Your next stepFind your starting pointFree placement test
C1
Express yourself flexibly
Your next stepFind your starting pointFree placement test
C2
Master nuances
Your next stepFind your starting pointFree placement test
A1First steps
Your next stepFind your starting pointFree placement test
A2Build your foundations
Your next stepFind your starting pointFree placement test
B1Confidence in everyday life
Your next stepFind your starting pointFree placement test
B2Speak spontaneously
Your next stepFind your starting pointFree placement test
C1Express yourself flexibly
Your next stepFind your starting pointFree placement test
Not sure of your German level?
Use our free placement test to find your starting point.
Your Schneider course certificate
Show what you have learned
Your personal Schneider course certificate documents your German course and the topics covered. You always receive it free of charge.
View sample course certificateExperiences with our language school
These selected reviews describe different courses across the whole language school. Reviews appear in their original language.
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Sabine Egin
3 years ago
Patrick hat eine sehr professionelle aber auch humorvolle Art. Ich habe die französisch Lektionen mit ihm sehr genossen. Ich kann Patrick sehr empfehlen und danke ihm für die interessanten und guten Lektionen.
Ralf Inderbitzin
4 years ago
A very well organized school with an excellent team in the front and back office.
Helpful principal.
Helpful principal.
Karen Shidlo
7 years ago
Sprachschule Schneider is a warm and friendly school, with all the focus and attention given to students. No matter what their specific needs are, students are at the heart of this school and everyone, from the admin staff to the teachers are always ready to help. Small classes means that everyone participates in every lesson and gets the opportunity to speak their newly chosen language, as well as to ask questions and get further support with any homework challenges. I recommend this institution to anyone seeking to further their language skills.
Natalia Saenz García
7 years ago
Die Mitarbeiter der Schneider Sprachschule sind sehr gut, sie unterrichten individuell nach Ihrem Zeitplan und Ihrer Lernweise. Der Lehrer passt sich dem Schüler an und bereitet den Unterricht dem Schüler entsprechend vor. Die Mitarbeiter der Schule sind sehr freundlich und kompetent, sie suchen für jeden Schüler den richtigen Lehrer. Lernen Sie eine Sprache in der Schneider Sprachschule, denn Sie werden schnell und gut lernen.
nikos oxas
2 months ago
myrtille nansenet
2 years ago
Sara bot mir jedes Mal Unterricht mit viel guter Laune und interessanten Themen an. Ich konnte meine Fortschritte schnell messen! Danke dafür.
Σουζάνα Χατζηϊωάννου
2 months ago
Experiences learning German
Anastasija, Rakky and Ashlee share their experiences with German lessons. Original German audio.
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Anastasija values the highly qualified teachers, the welcoming group and live online tuition that fits around her working life.
AnastasijaOnline German group course
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Rakky gained confidence speaking and values her motivating teacher, who took her pace and learning goals into account.
RakkyOnline German course
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Ashlee lost her fear of mistakes, began using German in everyday life and at work, and used VideoReplay™ to revisit demanding lessons.
AshleeGerman course with VideoReplay™
Anastasija’s experience learning German
Learning German with a personal touch.
We were all like one big family.
Anastasija
Her goal
Anastasija wanted to learn German and fit lessons around her working life.
Her course experience
She values the qualified teachers, the welcoming group and live online tuition.
What she particularly values
In her video, she describes the personal contact within the group and the convenience of joining online.
WHY IT WORKS
A clear approach to confident German.
Speak actively, receive personal feedback and build on what you learn step by step.
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Speak actively
Practise real conversations and use new words and phrases straight away.
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Improve with purpose
Your teacher gives you specific feedback suited to your level and goals.
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Use it confidently
Revisit what you have learned and apply it in new situations.
German courses at a glance
| Small groups | An average of 3–4 participants. A maximum of 8 in our online groups. |
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| All courses guaranteed to run | Our online group courses run from just one registered participant. Teaching time depends on group size; each course offer explains the details. |
| Free placement test | Find the right level to start at. |
| Flexible booking | Choose the course that matches your existing knowledge and goals, with no obligation to book follow-on courses. |
| Join a course already in progress | If your level matches, you can join a course already in progress. The shop automatically shows the proportionately reduced course price. |
| Trial lesson | Group trial lessons are free. A one-to-one trial lesson lasts 45 minutes and costs CHF 50 online. We credit the full amount towards a subsequent booking of at least 10 lessons, making the trial lesson free. |
| Qualified teachers | Our teachers are native speakers with specialist training in teaching foreign languages; most hold a university degree. |
| Free course certificate | You always receive your personal Schneider course certificate free of charge. It documents your German course and the topics covered. |
Frequently asked questions about our German courses
Choosing a course
Which German online courses do you offer?
Learn live online in a small group, in one-to-one tuition or through intensive Immersion™. Independent E-Learning is available with or without private online lessons. Explore current course dates, topics and prices in the shop.
Can I learn German online with you?
Yes. In live online one-to-one lessons, you speak German with your teacher and receive personal feedback. Online group courses and E-Learning are also available.
What do I need for online lessons?
You need a computer or tablet, a stable internet connection, a microphone and preferably a camera. You receive access information before your first lesson.
Should I choose a group course or one-to-one tuition?
In a group, you learn with others at fixed times. In one-to-one tuition, you agree the content, pace and schedule individually with your teacher.
How big are the groups, and are courses guaranteed to run?
Our online groups run from one registered participant, with an average of 3–4 and a maximum of 8 participants. Partner-school group courses are also guaranteed to run; their group sizes are stated in the course offer.
Level and learning progress
How do I find the right German level?
Our free placement test helps you find a starting point suited to your existing knowledge.
Can I book just one module?
No further-course commitment is required. Choose the course or package that matches your goals; you see its scope and terms before completing your booking.
Can I join a course that has already started?
Yes, if your level matches the course stage. The shop shows the proportionately reduced price for the remaining tuition. The enrolment fee is unchanged.
How long does a German level take?
The duration depends on your starting point, course format and number of sessions per week. Main levels are divided into modules; each course offer states the dates and scope.
How much time should I allow for homework?
Allow time between lessons for practice and revision. The amount depends on your course format and goal. Your teacher sets suitable tasks and helps you plan independent study.
Booking and costs
What does a German course cost?
Prices vary by format and scope. See the price overview. Learning materials can be bought separately. You see the total including enrolment before booking.
Are enrolment and learning materials extra?
The enrolment fee is included in the one-to-one booking examples. Learning materials can be bought separately. For groups, the table shows the enrolment fee separately in the price column. You see the total before completing your booking.
Can I book a trial lesson?
Our course advisers help you find a suitable date. Group trial lessons are free. A one-to-one trial lesson lasts 45 minutes and costs CHF 50 online. We credit the full amount towards a subsequent booking of at least 10 lessons, making the trial lesson free.
How do I book my German course?
Choose your course in the online shop and book without a prior enquiry. You receive confirmation by email; course-start details follow separately. If you do not know your level, use our free placement test.
Can I pay in instalments?
You can pay in instalments through HeyLight. We cover the financing costs. The available instalments depend on the amount and are shown at checkout.
Can I pay by invoice or use a company billing address?
Payment by invoice is available from CHF 1,200. For smaller amounts, contact us before booking if you need an invoice for your employer. You can enter a separate company billing address during checkout; it does not automatically change the payment method.
Organisation and reassurance
What happens if I miss a lesson?
VideoReplay™ lets you watch missed lessons and revisit course content. Recordings are protected in a secure cloud. Each course offer states whether VideoReplay™ is included.
Can I reschedule a one-to-one lesson?
Yes, free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts. For Monday lessons, notify your teacher by 6pm on the preceding Friday. Ask your teacher to confirm receipt. Later cancellations are charged. Immersion™ has separate deadlines: terms and conditions.
Can I cancel my course booking?
Yes, in writing. Costs and any refund depend on when you cancel. The deadlines and conditions, including for one-to-one tuition, are set out in our terms and conditions.
What does EduTrust™ offer?
If you are unhappy with the course content or teaching quality, EduTrust™ allows a free change to a comparable offer. Trial lessons are excluded. See the deadlines and conditions.
Work, content and further options
Which German exams can I prepare for?
We prepare learners for Goethe and telc. The right course depends on your current level, target qualification and available offers. Explore exam preparation.
Are exam fees included in the course price?
No. External exam fees are paid separately to the exam provider. Our advisers help you choose a suitable preparation course and exam date.
Can you help me choose the right exam?
Yes. Our advisers discuss your goals, current level and any certificate requirements with you. Arrange free advice.
Can individuals book Business German?
Yes. In one-to-one tuition, practise meetings, presentations, negotiations and customer conversations. You do not need to book a company course for a whole team.
Do you offer German training for companies?
Yes, one to one or in a group, live online. The content follows your needs, such as conversations, emails, calls and presentations. German for companies.
Will I receive a certificate after my German course?
Yes. You receive your personal Schneider course certificate free of charge. It documents your German course and the topics covered. It does not replace an external language exam.
Content responsibility
Caroline Herter is responsible for the subject content of our German courses.
Caroline Herter, Academic Director, Head of German and Swiss German, and teacher, with Lic. phil. in Romance and Germanic Studies (University of Zurich) and CAS in Methods and Didactics of Teaching German as a Foreign Language.
Sources and updates
Our level descriptions follow the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Current dates, services and prices are shown in each course offer.
WHICH GERMAN COURSE IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Personal consultation
Tobias will help you find the right German course for your goals, level and everyday life.
TobiasCourse advisor