How to Start Learning with Oxford Online English

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You can start with Oxford Online English in one of two ways: book a paid online class with a native-speaker teacher, or use the free video, listening, and reading lessons published on the site. If you want a teacher to assess your needs and build a study direction, book a first class for 10.99 USD. If you prefer to self-study first, start with the free lessons and move to a membership later.

Before You Start: What You Need

Oxford Online English classes are delivered online using free programs such as Skype, Google Hangouts, or WhatsApp. Before booking, make sure you have:

  • A stable internet connection and a device with a microphone (and ideally a camera).
  • One of the supported communication apps installed.
  • A clear idea of what you want to improve — spoken English, business English, IELTS preparation, writing, grammar, or pronunciation.
  • A payment method ready, since payments and bookings are made through the website.

Option 1: Book a First Class (10.99 USD)

This is the fastest route if you want direct feedback from a teacher.

  1. Go to the Oxford Online English website and choose the class option.
  2. Book your first class for 10.99 USD.
  3. During that class, the teacher will talk with you about what you need.
  4. Pay and book through the website.
  5. Continue studying with the teacher and materials that fit your goals.

The first class is positioned as a needs-assessment session as much as a lesson, so come prepared to describe your goals and current level.

Option 2: Start with Free Lessons

Oxford Online English publishes free video, listening, and reading lessons, with new free English lessons every week. This suits you if you want to sample the teaching style before paying, or if you only need practice material rather than live instruction.

You can use the free lessons to work on:

  • Spoken English fluency and confidence
  • Business English
  • IELTS preparation
  • English writing
  • English grammar
  • English pronunciation

Option 3: Choose a Membership Level

If you want structured self-study materials or regular one-to-one lessons, membership levels scale from self-study access up to twelve hours of lessons per month.

Level Price What you get
Bronze 10.99 USD per month Members-only and self-study materials, a premium in-depth level test, IELTS self-study materials, downloadable PDF notes for all video lessons
Silver 128.99 USD per month Four hours of 1-to-1 lessons with an OOE teacher, access to all members-only materials, choose your teacher per class, 30/60/90-minute classes
Gold 239.99 USD per month Eight hours of 1-to-1 lessons, all Silver/Bronze benefits, book up to 60 days in advance, limited rollover of unused classes to the next month
Platinum 340.99 USD per month Twelve hours of 1-to-1 lessons, all lower-level benefits, up to three changes/cancellations per month (24 hours notice), roll over unused classes for up to three months

Choose Bronze if you only want materials and tests. Choose Silver or above if you want live teacher time; the higher tiers mainly add lesson hours, booking flexibility, and rollover.

How to Decide

  • You want to test the teaching first: book the 10.99 USD first class.
  • You want to study independently: use the free lessons, then upgrade to Bronze for notes and level tests.
  • You want regular speaking practice: compare Silver, Gold, and Platinum by how many lesson hours per month you will realistically use.
  • You need scheduling flexibility: Gold and Platinum offer advance booking and rollover, which matter if you travel or have an irregular schedule.

Common Questions

Do I need to commit long-term? The site states there are no contracts, advance payments, or extra costs, so you can start with a single class or one month.

What can I study? General spoken English, business English, IELTS preparation, writing, grammar, and pronunciation.

Who teaches the classes? Qualified, experienced native-speaker teachers from around the world.

How do I pay and book? Both payments and class bookings are handled through the website.