Free English Lessons at Simmonds
Interactive grammar in ten building bricks – with audio, exercises, quiz, and PDF. 118 free English lessons built on the Simmonds Lego Principle: each lesson breaks a grammar topic into ten clear bricks you assemble one by one – like Lego. No registration, in German and English, from the Simmonds Language Services language school.
Learn English with the Lego Principle
Ten bricks, 118 free lessons — and James.
What is the Simmonds Lego Principle?
Last updated: 30 July 2026
One topic, ten bricks. Every lesson breaks a grammar topic into ten bricks that build on each other. Each brick explains exactly one thing – short, with an example sentence and audio.
Do, don't just read. A short exercise follows each brick; the lesson only snaps forward once the brick is solid. A quiz checks the whole topic at the end, and the PDF worksheet is yours to keep.
From your language school. Behind the lessons is Simmonds Language Services – over 20 years of Business English in Hannover, Berlin, and online. The method is also known as Simmonds Avalern.
The Catalog
- 118free lessons
- 10bricks per lesson
- 236pages – every lesson in German & English
- 0 €no registration, no account
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All 118 lessons in the catalog – sorted by topic and level.
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Business English podcasts to listen along
Alongside the lessons there are our free Business English podcasts: short episodes on real workplace situations – every episode with a full transcript and comprehension test. Ideal listening practice between two lessons.
Browse the podcastsPer Episode
- •Audio on a real workplace situation
- •Full transcript to read along
- •Comprehension test to finish
- •Free, no registration
The Next Step
Grammar for free – speaking with your trainer
The lessons build your foundation. For fluent speaking, pronunciation, and industry-specific Business English, combine them with live training at Simmonds – 1:1 with native-speaking trainers, online or in Hannover and Berlin.
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 | 90 minutes | €115 | On-site or our office in Berlin / Hanover |
Who we work with
“Die Online-Sessions sind genauso effektiv wie Präsenzunterricht. Sehr flexibel und professionell.”
“Nach einem dreimonatigen Intensivtraining konnte ich meine erste internationale Präsentation souverän auf Englisch halten.”
“Die kostenlosen Online-Lektionen haben mich überzeugt. Die Qualität des Einzelunterrichts hat meine Erwartungen übertroffen.”
Frequently asked questions
How much do the Simmonds lessons cost?+ −
Nothing. All 118 lessons are completely free – no registration, no account, no ads. They are our language school's shop window: if you want to see how we teach, try it right here.
What is the Simmonds Lego Principle?+ −
Our teaching method: every grammar lesson consists of ten clear building bricks that stack on each other – like Lego. Each brick explains exactly one thing, with audio, examples, and a short exercise. A quiz at the end consolidates what you learned. The method is also called Simmonds Avalern.
What level are the lessons for?+ −
A2 to C1. The catalog covers tenses, prepositions, articles, conditionals, business writing, and more. If you don't know your level, take our free placement test first.
Are the lessons available in German and English?+ −
Yes. Every lesson exists in German and English (236 pages in total); the English example sentences are identical in both versions. Each lesson also has a downloadable PDF worksheet.
Can I learn English with the free lessons alone?+ −
For grammar foundations, yes. For speaking practice, pronunciation, and job-specific English we recommend combining them with live training – for example private lessons with our native-speaking trainers. The initial consultation is free.
Why does Simmonds give away 118 lessons?+ −
Because it lets you check our teaching quality risk-free. Simmonds Language Services has taught Business English in Hannover, Berlin, and online for over 20 years – the lessons show how we explain.
Improve your English for free
Free online lessons twice a week, vocabulary trainer with 600 words, and a placement test – all without signing up.
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What to expect
- ✓ Confident in meetings
- ✓ Persuasive presentations
- ✓ Professional negotiations
- ✓ Texts that work