Nachhilfe – A Strong Foundation For Students In The German School System
Online English tutoring, nachhilfe, today means much more than just extra exercises before class tests. In the German education landscape, English usually starts already in primary school, and later it accompanies children through Hauptschule, Realschule, Gesamtschule or Gymnasium all the way to the Abitur. Every day we see how important a secure language foundation is when pupils are supposed to achieve good grades and communicate confidently – in lessons, on school trips and later in their studies or career.
Digital learning offers are a real advantage here: children can stay at home, parents save travel time and we can adapt lessons specifically to the curricula of the individual federal states. At the same time, we combine English tutoring with modern tools for a motivating learning experience so that English no longer feels like just a compulsory subject, but like a door to an international future.
Nachhilfe In Primary School (Grades 3–4)
In many federal states, English already begins in grade 3, sometimes even earlier. Teachers are supposed to introduce the language in a playful way, even though the children are at the same time consolidating reading and writing in German. This is where our English tutoring comes in: we revise vocabulary with the children, practise simple sentences and train listening comprehension before gaps become bigger.
We use elements from an online English course, for example short games, pictures and songs. In this way the lessons stay light and fun, and the children hardly notice how much they are learning at the same time. When parents want to know what their child can already do and what is still missing, we give clear feedback – even when it is only about small insecurities.
Some families already choose an online private English teacher in primary school in a 1:1 format. This allows us to respond very individually to attention span, learning style and pace, and we build a positive relationship with English at an early stage.
Transition To Secondary Schools: Hauptschule, Realschule, Gesamtschule, Gymnasium
The change after grade 4 is a big step for many children. Suddenly there are more subjects, more teachers and often significantly more English lessons. When we offer online English tutoring in this phase, it is not only about grammar, but also about organisation, homework planning and exam anxiety.
Together we look at what the respective type of school requires:
- In Realschule and Gymnasium, texts, listening comprehension and small presentations appear on the timetable early on.
- In Hauptschule, everyday dialogues are particularly important so that young people can later communicate in their jobs.
With structured lessons we can help students when they feel overwhelmed after the school change or when grades suddenly drop. An additional online English course or tutoring in English for high-achieving children is also possible, for example when someone is aiming for a bilingual profile or preparing for a transfer to a Gymnasium.
Nachhilfe For Lower Secondary (Grades 5–10)
In lower secondary school it is often decided how confident students will be at the end of Sekundarstufe I. Grammar becomes more complex, texts get longer and oral participation is weighted more strongly. Our online English tutoring therefore focuses on three areas: grammar, vocabulary and application.
We use targeted English grammar exercises so that structures such as tenses, if-clauses and passive voice are really understood. Afterwards we transfer these contents into short writing tasks and role plays so that the rules do not remain dry.
Many teenagers additionally use offers like learning English online or online English learning via apps and videos. We show them how to use these resources sensibly and we explain when free exercises are helpful and when a guided session with a tutor fits better. When students work with us on a regular basis, we can document their progress and intervene early before mistakes become ingrained.
Learning In A Cost-Conscious Way: Using Free English Resources Sensibly
Parents often ask whether learning English for free is enough. There are indeed many ways to start learning English for free online: vocabulary trainers, short clips or a free English language course on video platforms. These offers are ideal for sparking interest and for staying on track after school.
However, they rarely replace structured support, especially when gaps in grammar or reading comprehension are bigger. We therefore recommend a clever combination:
- Children use free online English learning to practise regularly and have fun.
- At the same time, our online English learning in the lessons provides a clear thread, feedback and targeted preparation for class tests.
This way the budget remains manageable, and nevertheless parents know that someone is keeping an overview. When we notice that a child needs more support before important exams, we can temporarily increase the scope of online English tutoring and reduce it again afterwards.
Conclusion And Fleydo
The demands on English in the German school system grow from year to year, and good grades are decisive not only for the report card, but also for training and study opportunities. Online English tutoring helps children not to lose the thread, to appear confident and to enjoy the language – from primary school to lower secondary. If you would like to know how we at Fleydo can specifically support your child, we warmly invite you to visit our website and learn more about our courses and online English tutoring. Get in touch with us and we will together find the right offer for your family.