HOW TO SPEAK

Online language school

Language is about conversation.

English, German, and Chinese — built around real conversation. We get you talking from the first lesson, not drilling rules from a textbook.

A school that teaches you to speak, not to pass tests.

Most language courses prepare you for exams. We prepare you for real conversations. That means real topics, real mistakes, and teachers who correct what matters without flattening your voice.

We teach online and work with students from anywhere. We tailor the format and pace to your level and goals.

3

languages taught

1:1

personal attention

Online

on our own platform

Free

first lesson

Angelina — founder of How to Speak School

From the founder

“I've learned from my own experience that speaking foreign languages is the key to success and limitless opportunities — a must-have for every modern person.”

Angelina

Founder and director of the school

Which language?

Pick a language — click a tab on top to flip to that folder.

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English

From beginner to advanced

  • General course
  • Russian state exam prep (OGE / EGE)
  • Business English
  • “Start Thinking in English” self-study guide
Choose English →
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German

From beginner to advanced

  • General course
  • Exam prep (Start Deutsch, TestDaF, TELC)
Choose German →
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Chinese

From beginner to advanced

  • General course
  • HSK exam prep
  • School curriculum support
Choose Chinese →

Learn more about each language

What's inside the programme, which formats exist, and who they suit. Pick a language — we'll walk you through it.

English · A1 → C1

Learn it to speak it

Live dialogues and real-world texts from day one. Grammar comes in gradually — as a tool, not as an end in itself. Whether you're starting from scratch or prepping for exams and work, we'll shape the path.

Formats

General course

Who it's for
Teens, students, working adults
What's inside
Grammar as a tool, speaking practice every lesson, error feedback, homework with review and discussion
Format
1–2 sessions per week, 60 minutes

OGE / EGE exam prep

Who it's for
9th and 11th-grade students
What's inside
All exam parts, real past papers, speaking and writing practice, strategies for working under the clock
Format
1–2 sessions per week + homework

Business English

Who it's for
Working professionals
What's inside
Negotiations, written communication, presentations, industry vocabulary, real-work case studies
Format
1:1, flexible scheduling

“Start Thinking in English” guide

Who it's for
Pre-intermediate and up
What's inside
10 days of 15–20 min practice: association exercises, thinking without translation, growing the active vocabulary, 2 bonuses at the end
Format
Self-study, your own pace

At a glance

Levels
A1 → C1
Formats
4
First lesson
free, 30 min
Choose English →

German · A1 → C1

Structured, without the fear

German has a reputation for hard grammar. We start with what you actually need first: introducing yourself, ordering coffee, talking about what you do. Structure follows naturally from practice — and the language stops feeling heavy.

Formats

General course

Who it's for
Teens and adults at any level
What's inside
From basic dialogues to fluent speech. Grammar lands through practice, real-world texts and audio, lots of speaking
Format
1–2 sessions per week, 60 minutes

Exam prep

Who it's for
Preparing for Start Deutsch, TestDaF, or TELC
What's inside
All exam parts, real past papers, speaking and writing exactly in exam format, strategies for working under the clock
Format
Individual programme

At a glance

Levels
A1 → C1
Formats
2
First lesson
free, 30 min
Choose German →

Chinese · HSK 1 → HSK 5

From first tones to confident speech

Step by step — pronunciation, characters, basic vocabulary, simple dialogues. We keep the motivation steady and the pace gentle. The hardest part is just not giving up at the start.

Formats

General course

Who it's for
Teens and adults from scratch or with some base
What's inside
Pronunciation and tones, characters step by step, core vocabulary and grammar, simple dialogues — without overload in the first weeks
Format
1–2 sessions per week, 60 minutes

HSK exam prep

Who it's for
Preparing for HSK 1–5
What's inside
Vocabulary and grammar by exam level, official past materials, training on all sections, work on weak spots
Format
Individual programme

School curriculum support

Who it's for
School students studying Chinese in school
What's inside
Homework help, walking through tricky topics, support with the school programme and prep for school tests
Format
On demand, 1–2 sessions per week

At a glance

Levels
HSK 1 → HSK 5
Formats
3
First lesson
free, 30 min
Choose Chinese →

Pricing

Transparent prices, no hidden fees. The first lesson is free so you can decide if the format works for you.

1:1 lessons — English & German

1,400 – 1,600 ₽

per academic hour

1:1 lessons — Chinese

1,550 ₽

per academic hour

“Start Thinking in English” guide

1,500 ₽

one-time access — English only

First lesson — demo

Free

30 minutes, counts as your first lesson

“Start Thinking in English” guide

Start thinking in English.

Our self-study guide for English: stop translating in your head and start forming thoughts directly in English. Best for Pre-Intermediate and up.

Learn more
Day 1: Associations in English

Exercise:

Pick any word and write 10 associations in English.

Goal:

Activate vocabulary you already know.

summer
beach
sun
vacation
travel
...

Task:

Pick 5 words and write a sentence with each.

Example:

Summer — beach, sun, vacation, travel…

START THINKING IN ENGLISH
guide:

~60 pages · 1,500 ₽

From students who stopped being afraid to speak.

“They don't teach from a textbook — they teach you to talk. After two months I stopped freezing in meetings with international colleagues.”

Maria

Marketer

Business English

“I prepared for HSK 4 and passed with room to spare. Thank you for the clear structure and for not letting me quit halfway.”

Dmitri

Student

HSK exam prep

Illustrative reviews — real ones will be ported from the previous site.

FAQ

How does the first lesson work?

Your first lesson is a free 30-minute demo. We get to know each other, check your level, talk through your goals, and shape a program. This is your first lesson — there's no separate trial on top of it.

Can I start as a complete beginner?

Yes. We work with students at every level, from zero to advanced. The program is shaped around you.

Which languages do you teach?

English, German, and Chinese. The “Start Thinking in English” guide is for English only.

What platform do lessons run on?

We use our own in-house school platform — video, materials and homework all in one place. Nothing to install separately.

What if I have to miss a lesson?

Let us know at least 24 hours ahead and we'll reschedule with no charge.

How does payment work?

Usually in blocks of 4–8 lessons. Payment methods are arranged individually.

Ready to start speaking?

Drop us a Telegram message — we'll set up your first lesson (free, 30 minutes) and shape a format around your goals.

Telegram · @hts_school