Languages Classes in London & Online
Over 30 modern and ancient world languages taught by expert tutors!
Here at City Lit, we offer over 30 different language courses catering to all levels, from beginners to advanced. We offer languages classes in European, Asian, African, and even Ancient and Classical languages. So whatever you fancy learning — take your pick!
Read the Languages FAQs for more information about learning a language at City Lit.
Flexible part-time language classes
Our part time courses are designed to fit around your schedule, you'll find a suitable language class for you whether you would like to attend in the evening, daytime, or on weekends. We also offer short, intensive and fast-track courses if you need to learn in a hurry, as well as one-day workshops and taster language lessons.
Beginner to advanced level courses
We teach most languages at seven different levels and you can start anywhere from beginner to advanced. Our approach to learning is to teach you how to communicate effectively in real-life situations. We select content that is relevant to your needs. If you are a beginner, you will learn how to use the language as opposed to just repeating words and sentences as you would do with an app. We teach you to communicate rather than repeat.
Use our self-assessment tool to help you choose the right course for your level.
- Japanese beginners: holiday kit
Course start date: Sat 13 Jun 2026 (and 1 other date)Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Chikako NakagawaMake the most of your trip to Japan!
Planning a visit? This short, intensive course is your ultimate survival kit for Japan. Learn the essential phrases and cultural tips to navigate common holiday situations with confidence—from ordering food to asking for directions—and even enjoy friendly chats with locals.Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £51.00 - Bad Bunny ready: practice before the concert Course start date: Sat 13 Jun 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Natalia Fajardo IlajaDive into contemporary Latin culture while boosting your Spanish skills in this dynamic, music based course that will prepare you for the concerts of global phenomenon Bad Bunny. Whether you have your concert tickets or are simply interested in his music, no matter your level, you will develop a richer understanding of Puerto Rican Spanish and enjoy a fun, collaborative learning environment.
Full fee £39.00 Senior fee £39.00 Concession £39.00 - Japanese beginners: short introductionCourse start date: Mon 22 Jun 2026 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Taeko HarveyGet a short introduction to the Japanese language and discover aspects of Japanese language culture in these online communicative classes. Suitable for complete beginners.Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £63.00 Concession £51.00 - Italian tasterCourse start date: Mon 22 Jun 2026 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Maria FontanaGet a flavour of this beautiful language and begin to discover how it works. Learn some useful phrases and pronunciation guidelines. A fascinating introduction for complete beginners and a chance to decide if learning Italian is something you might like to take further.Full fee £19.00 Senior fee £19.00 Concession £19.00 - Arabic beginners: module 3Course start date: Tue 23 Jun 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Alaa SonjoqLearn Arabic either in an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions.
This course is for near beginners, taught in Arabic with the emphasis on developing your speaking and listening skills. You should have completed Arabic beginners: module 2 or equivalent.
Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £127.00 Concession £80.00 - Modern Greek beginners: short introduction Course start date: Tue 23 Jun 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Kleopatra LaskaridouGet a short introduction to the Modern Greek language and discover aspects of Greek language culture in these face-to-face communicative classes. Suitable for complete beginners.
Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £79.00 - Spanish beginners: taster Course start date: Thu 25 Jun 2026 (and 13 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Analía ToloneGet a flavour of a new language and its basic sentence structure in this lively taster course. Learn some useful phrases and some pronunciation guidelines. A fun introduction for complete beginners.
Full fee £19.00 Senior fee £19.00 Concession £19.00 - Romanian beginners: tasterCourse start date: Sat 27 Jun 2026
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Silvana AvramGet a flavour of Romanian and its basic sentence structure. Learn some useful phrases and some pronunciation guidelines. A fascinating introduction for complete beginners and those who might like to take it further.
Full fee £19.00 Senior fee £19.00 Concession £19.00 - Modern Greek beginners: Holiday kitCourse start date: Sat 27 Jun 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Florendia YiannoullouMake the most of your holidays in Greece or Cyprus with this short, intensive course. This holiday kit will provide you with all the language you need to communicate in the most common holiday situations & have a friendly chat with the locals!Full fee £119.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £77.00 - French beginners: taster Course start date: Tue 30 Jun 2026 (and 7 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Valerie JézéquelGet a flavour of French and its basic sentence structure. Learn some useful phrases and some pronunciation guidelines. A fascinating introduction for complete beginners and those who might like to take it further.
Did you know that we offer support sessions for beginner students over the term? More information is available in the how will I be taught section.
Full fee £19.00 Senior fee £19.00 Concession £19.00 - Return to French (lower intermediate)Course start date: Wed 1 Jul 2026 (and 14 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Valerie JézéquelRevise and consolidate your speaking and listening skills, as well as your grammar. Suitable if you have completed completed 2-3 years of study in the past.Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £103.00 - Welsh Film NightCourse start date: Fri 3 Jul 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Rhianwen DanielJoin us in the Cultureplex to round off the term with a classic Anglo-Welsh film - a relaxed evening of culture and cinema.
Full fee £19.00 Senior fee £19.00 Concession £19.00 - Japanese beginners fast-track: module 3Course start date: Sat 4 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Kiyomi UntenContinue learning to speak Japanese on this course for near beginners. The emphasis is on developing your listening and speaking skills. Suitable if you have completed beginners module 2 or equivalent.Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £103.00 - French beginners: an introductionCourse start date: Sun 5 Jul 2026 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Valerie JézéquelGet ready for a new challenge and join this intensive course for complete beginners.Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £159.00 - Discover HindiCourse start date: Tue 7 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Roopam AggarwalGet a flavour of a new language and its basic sentence structure. Learn some useful phrases and some pronunciation guidelines. A fascinating introduction for complete beginners and those who might like to take it further.
Full fee £39.00 Senior fee £39.00 Concession £25.00
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