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.
- French 4/5: French humourists: the classics and the new generationCourse start date: Sat 28 Jun 2025
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Julie RicciLorsque l'on étudie une langue étrangère, l'humour est sans aucun doute l'élément le plus difficile à cerner ; et ironiquement, comprendre l'humour d'une culture différente de la sienne et son évolution permet de mieux en comprendre certaines complexités et certains combats. En effet, l'étude des divers humoristes qui ont marqué la France des 40 dernières années vous permettra de poser un nouveau regard sur l'évolution de la société française, connue pour ses provocations.Full fee £69.00 Senior fee £55.00 Concession £45.00 - French 2 upper: introduction au présent du subjonctifCourse start date: Sat 28 Jun 2025
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Pierre PorcheronWould you like to develop and consolidate your knowledge of the subjunctive in French? If so come and join this informative interactive workshop on Saturdays.Full fee £59.00 Senior fee £59.00 Concession £59.00 - Return to Spanish (advanced)Course start date: Mon 30 Jun 2025 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Roser Martínez-SánchezIf you have learned Spanish in the past, but it has been a while, then come and join this lively course to refresh your advanced Spanish. You will review, revise and practice in a course that is tailored to your needs. After attending this course, you will be able join a level 4 or 5 course.
Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £97.00 - German for opera lovers (intermediate and advanced)
Course start date: Wed 2 Jul 2025 (and 2 other dates)Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Katja ParmarThis is an intermediate to advanced German language course for lovers of German operas. Choose either an in-person course in the heart of London or live online sessions.Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £29.00 Concession £29.00 - Welsh beginners: grammar revision sessionCourse start date: Sat 5 Jul 2025
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Macsen BrownRevise beginner-level Welsh grammar on this supportive and informative online workshop.Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £29.00 Concession £29.00 - German beginners intensive: module 1Course start date: Tue 8 Jul 2025 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Anna RiolandGet ready for a new language experience on this intensive course for complete beginners. Choose either an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £119.00 Concession £97.00 - Return to French (elementary) Course start date: Tue 8 Jul 2025 (and 6 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Valerie JézéquelCome and join this lively interactive course to refresh your elementary French. After attending this course you will be able join a level 2 course in September.Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £64.00 - Modern Greek beginners: module 3Course start date: Thu 10 Jul 2025
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Maria ContosContinue to speak Modern Greek in the heart of London on this lively classroom-based course.
Develop your speaking and listening skills on this communicative course, which emphasises the practical use of the language. Suitable if you have completed Greek beginners: module 2 or equivalent (about 30 hrs of learning).Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £229.00 Concession £149.00 - Chinese: The meaning of charactersCourse start date: Sat 12 Jul 2025
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Joyce LeeCome and explore the essence of Chinese characters and their profound significance in this enlightening lively online workshop. Unlock the hidden meanings behind strokes and symbols, tracing the cultural, historical, and philosophical depths they hold.Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £29.00 Concession £29.00 - Norwegian Holiday KitCourse start date: Sat 12 Jul 2025
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Finn BuggeMake the most of your holidays in Norway 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 £49.00 Senior fee £49.00 Concession £32.00 - Swedish beginners: grammar revision sessionCourse start date: Sat 12 Jul 2025
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Jack Pulman-SlaterRevise beginner-level Swedish grammar on this supportive and informative online workshop. - Swedish beginners: holiday kitCourse start date: Sat 12 Jul 2025
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Yohanna JacobssonMake the most of your holidays in Sweden or Swedish-speaking Finland 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 £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £64.00 - Japanese beginners: module 3 Course start date: Mon 14 Jul 2025 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Chikako NakagawaPlease note: this course takes places on MONDAYS and THURSDAYS between 14/07/25 - 28/07/25
Continue learning to speak Japanese on this condensed course for near beginners. The emphasis is on developing your listening and speaking skills. Suitable if you have completed beginners module 2 or have actively studied Japanese for 6 months recently.Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £229.00 Concession £149.00 - German for Switzerland lovers (intermediate and advanced)Course start date: Mon 14 Jul 2025
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Barbara PölletThis is a mixed ability intermediate to advanced German language workshop for lovers of Switzerland.Full fee £49.00 Senior fee £39.00 Concession £32.00 - Spanish 3/4: revisit and consolidateCourse start date: Tue 15 Jul 2025
Location on this date: Blended (learn both online and in-person)
Tutors: Óscar Salgado SuárezPractise your intermediate spoken Spanish and develop your language skills in these topical discussion classes. Suitable if you have recently studied Spanish for at least four years or equivalent.Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £97.00
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