Originally envisioned with Apple and supported by Cambridge University in 1996, EF English Live has converted the idea of experiential language learning into Efekta Hyperclass™. Start speaking from day one with real-life scenarios and interactive roleplaying to build your speaking confidence for work, abroad, or wherever English takes you.
Learn English with the method that actually works
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The ultimate online learning experience - chosen by 20 million people.
Advanced: Our award-winning Efekta Method™ combines experienced teachers, our one-of-a-kind Hyperclass, and AI technology.
Effective: practical, real-life scenarios and human interactions are at the center of your learning, with hyper-personalized feedback for faster progress.
Motivating: combine 1:1 live classes with Efekta Teachers™, interactive group classes and self-study exercises available 24/7, on any device.
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Learning English with us is as easy as 1, 2, 3...
1. Discover your English level
Take our EFSET test, get an accurate assessment of your English knowledge, and start at the level that suits you best.
2. Receive your personalised study plan
Supported by scientific research on language learning, our powerful AI will calculate your ideal study plan to guide you and ensure your success.
3. Learn English with our Satisfaction Guarantee
Follow your study plan and if you are not satisfied after 12 weeks then we will give you your money back. No questions asked.
And what makes us different? A proven and perfected way of teaching English. Since 1965.
Our Efekta Method™ works because...
The best way to learn a language is to speak, speak and speak
Our Efekta Hyperclass™ and self-study exercises fit into your busy life
Combine 1:1 live classes with our Efekta Teachers™, interactive group classes with fellow learners, and access to +2,000 hours of vocabulary quizzes, reading exercises, grammar games and more. With teachers in every time zone, you can book classes at all hours of the day – on any device.
We have over 3,000 certified and trained Efekta Teachers™ in every time zone
A great teacher is irreplaceable. Your Efekta Teacher™ will mentor you, discuss your learning challenges, and answer all your questions.
AI Technology that gets you speaking better English faster
In Efekta Hyperclass™, your teacher works together with AI to identify your strengths and weaknesses. Giving you hyper-personalized feedback in real-time to accelerate your progress.
Learn, try and apply with a method created by specialists
As part of Education First, our Efekta Method™ has been developed over 59 years by a team of researchers. It does not matter if this is your first time studying English, or if you have been learning for a while: our classes are tailored to your needs.
We offer a Satisfaction Guarantee, because we know our method works.
A One-of-A-Kind Satisfaction Guarantee
We are proud to have developed the most effective and innovative way to learn English online. Our scientific teaching method works, just ask one of the 20 million people who have successfully learned English with us.
Complete at least one teacher-led class (private or group) and one self-study module every week. If you are not satisfied with your learning after your first 12 weeks, you can cancel within one month and get your money back. We call it ‘The Satisfaction Guarantee’ and we are the only online English school to offer it.
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What is included in your course?
Your personal course consultant will create a structured plan with clear targets based on your goals, schedule, and budget.
Book 1:1 classes with a certified Efekta Teacher™, who will mentor you to overcome challenges and set goals. Choose topics based on your interests and rebook classes with the same teacher for faster progress.
Put what you have learned into practice in a supportive group learning environment. Led by an Efekta Teacher™, join live classes with learners like you from all over the world.
Complement your private and group classes with access to over 2,000 hours of learning exercises, videos, vocabulary quizzes, reading exercises, grammar games, and more. Available on any device 24/7.
How much does it cost to learn English with us?
A personalized course with a personalized price. For you to have the best experience with our school we need to understand your requirements before we can calculate the price. Talk to one of our language specialists today and they will put together the perfect study plan for you, based on your English level and how many hours a day you can dedicate to improve your skills.
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