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Provider Comparison · Berlin
Business English Providers in Berlin Compared
Looking for the right English provider for your Berlin company? We honestly and transparently compare the most important providers on the Berlin market. Find out which provider best fits your requirements. Objective Comparison: Berlitz, inlingua, GLS, Berlin School of English & Simmonds
From €90 / 90 min · VAT-exempt
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Feature Comparison: Berlin English Providers
| Feature | Simmonds | Berlitz | inlingua | GLS | Berlin School |
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| Native-speaking Trainers | |||||
| AI Avatar for Practice | |||||
| 24/7 Practice Opportunity | |||||
| Interactive Blog Exercises | |||||
| Industry-specific Content | |||||
| In-house Training Berlin | |||||
| Online Courses | |||||
| Corporate Reporting for HR | |||||
| Data-driven Learning | |||||
| B2B Specialisation |
As of 2026. Information based on publicly available data from respective providers. ✓ = available, — = partially available, ✗ = not available.
See the Simmonds Difference
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The Simmonds Advantage
AI Avatar for Practice
The crucial difference: Your employees practise 24/7 with an intelligent avatar. Presentations, negotiations, small talk - unlimited and patient. No other Berlin provider has this.
Real Native Speakers + AI
The Simmonds Method combines the best of both worlds. Real trainers for strategy and feedback, AI for unlimited practice. Real trainers. AI support for practice.
Interactive Blog Exercises
Grammar, vocabulary, and business scenarios with instant feedback on our blog. An additional learning resource that no other Berlin provider offers.
Data-driven Progress
Your trainer sees the practice results and adapts the live sessions. HR receives monthly progress reports.
The Simmonds Method
Our unique hybrid approach that no other Berlin provider has: Real native-speaking trainers lead the training; the AI avatar supports practice between live sessions.
Real trainers. AI support for practice.
24/7 AI Avatar Practice
Interactive Blog Exercises
Monthly HR Reporting
Test the Difference
Free Demo Session
Test our AI avatar and experience the difference from traditional providers. 15 minutes, no obligation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Provider Comparison
Simmonds is the only provider in Berlin that offers the Simmonds Method: Real native-speaking trainers combined with an AI avatar for practice between live sessions. Plus interactive exercises on our blog and data-driven progress tracking. No other Berlin provider has this technology.
Through the AI avatar, your employees get significantly more practice time than with traditional providers - without additional costs for trainer hours. The cost per effective learning hour is often lower with Simmonds because the avatar is available 24/7.
Apps are good for basics but not for Business English. Our AI avatar is specifically trained for B2B situations and responds with natural speech and gestures. Unlike apps, we offer structured learning paths with real trainers, industry-specific content, and HR reporting.
Through the combination of live training and AI avatar, most companies see measurable progress in their employees after just 4-6 weeks. The avatar enables daily practice, which is not possible with traditional providers.
Yes. We offer a free needs analysis, placement test, and demo session with the AI avatar. This way, you and your employees can test the Simmonds Method with no obligation.
From startups with 5 employees to corporations with hundreds of learners. The AI avatar scales effortlessly, and we adapt live sessions flexibly to your team size.
See for Yourself
Free needs analysis, placement, and demo session with the AI avatar. Compare for yourself and experience the Simmonds Method.
Berlin Office
Kurfürstendamm 30
Visit us in Berlin-Charlottenburg for a personal consultation. Or start online - the Simmonds Method works everywhere.
Discover AI training
james@englisch-lehrer.com
How much does it cost?
| Format | Duration | Price (approx.) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online — Private lessons | 90 minutes | €90–110 | 1:1, Zoom / Teams / Meet |
| Online — Corporate lessons | 90 minutes | €97.50–105 | Small groups, tailored curriculum |
| In-person (on your premises) | 90 minutes | €115 | On your premises |
Prices depend on format, frequency, and requirements. Language instruction is VAT-exempt (§4 Nr.21 UStG).
Who we work with
- DHL
- Toyota
- Media Markt
- Deutsche Pop
“James adapted perfectly to our team’s needs. The sessions are always well-structured and engaging.”
“Our presentations in English have improved noticeably. The feedback from international partners has been excellent.”
“Reliable, professional, and genuinely enjoyable lessons. We’ve been working with Simmonds for over three years.”
Improve your English for free
Free online lessons twice a week, vocabulary trainer with 600 words, and a placement test – all without signing up.
Get in touch
Tell us briefly what you need English or German for — we'll suggest the best format for your goals and schedule.
We typically respond within one working day.
What we practise
- ✓ Meetings
- ✓ Presentations
- ✓ Negotiations
- ✓ Emails and calls