German A1 Course

Starting German from zero? Start with A1.

If you’ve never studied German before, don’t worry about whether German is “too difficult” for you.

Almost every student feels that way in the beginning.

The pronunciation is different. The sentence structure is different. Then you come across words that seem impossibly long and start wondering what you’ve got yourself into.

That’s normal.

At A1 German, our job is to give you a proper foundation rather than trying to rush you through the language.

What Do We Cover in A1 German?

We start with the things you actually need when you’re learning a completely new language.

You’ll work on:

• Basic German vocabulary
• Pronunciation
• Introducing yourself
• Numbers, dates and time
• Family and personal information
• Everyday expressions
• Simple questions and answers
• Basic sentence formation
• Reading simple German
• Writing simple sentences
• Basic listening and speaking

The idea is to gradually get you comfortable with German.

You should be able to understand and use simple language in familiar situations rather than simply memorising a list of sentences for your class.

A1 German Course Structure

We take the A1 level step by step so that you’re not trying to learn everything at once.

1. German Basics

We begin with pronunciation, basic vocabulary and simple sentence structures.

You’ll learn how German words are pronounced, how sentences are formed and how to introduce yourself in simple German.

2. Everyday German

Once the basics are in place, we move into everyday situations.

This includes topics such as:

• Introducing yourself and others
• Family
• Numbers and time
• Shopping
• Food and drinks
• Daily routine
• Directions
• Basic travel situations
• Talking about likes, dislikes and simple plans

3. Grammar & Sentence Building

Grammar becomes easier when you understand how to actually use it.

At A1, you’ll build your understanding of basic German grammar and learn how to form simple, meaningful sentences rather than memorising isolated rules.

4. Reading & Writing

You’ll gradually move from individual words and short sentences to simple German texts and written responses.

The aim is to make you comfortable with basic written German alongside your speaking.

5. Listening & Speaking Practice

This is an important part of the course.

Knowing German on paper is very different from understanding somebody when they actually speak to you.

We therefore work on basic listening and speaking so that you can begin responding in German instead of simply translating everything in your head.

6. Everyday Communication

Towards the end of the level, the focus is on bringing everything together.

You’ll practise using the German you’ve learnt in simple everyday situations and become more comfortable having short conversations.

The goal isn’t perfect German.

The goal is to give you a foundation you can actually build on.

Is A1 Enough for Germany?

Usually, no.

And this is where students sometimes misunderstand the language levels.

A1 is the beginning of your German journey. It gives you the foundation, but it is not normally the level you would stop at if your goal is Ausbildung, study or work in Germany.

If Germany is your long-term plan, you should already be thinking about how you will progress from A1 to A2 and then, depending on your pathway, B1 or B2.

A1 German for Ausbildung

If you’re planning Ausbildung in Germany, starting A1 early can actually take a lot of pressure off later.

We’ve seen students leave German until they are ready to apply and then suddenly realise they need to reach a particular level within a limited amount of time.

That’s when language learning becomes stressful.

If you start earlier, you have time to learn properly, practise speaking and gradually move towards the level required for your particular Ausbildung.

The exact requirement can vary, so don’t assume that every Ausbildung has the same German requirement.

Who Should Join A1?

A1 is generally the right starting point if:

• You’ve never studied German
• You only know a few German words
• You cannot have a basic conversation in German
• You’re beginning your preparation for Germany
• You want to build your German properly from the beginning

If you’ve already studied German, however, don’t automatically enrol in A1.

Tell us what you’ve studied and what you can actually understand and speak. We can help you identify the appropriate starting level.

What Happens After A1?

Once your A1 foundation is ready, you can move on to A2 German.

And this is where you’ll start doing more with the language rather than simply learning the basics.

If your ultimate goal is Ausbildung, university or work in Germany, we can also help you understand what language level you should be working towards for your particular plan.

Ready to Start German?

If you’re starting from zero, you don’t need to wait until you’ve finalised every detail of your Germany plan.

Starting the language early gives you more time to build your foundation properly.

Join Anigdha’s German A1 Course and start building your German from the right level.

Not sure whether A1 is right for you? Talk to Anigdha’s team about your current German level and your plans for Germany.

Start German early. Start at the right level. And don’t treat A1 as something you just need to finish. It’s the foundation for everything that follows.