Can you really learn English online from Tunisia?
Yes, and sometimes with better results than in a classroom, as long as you choose the right format. Many people try an app or YouTube videos, then stop after two weeks. The reason is simple: studying alone does not make you speak, and speaking is what most of us need for work, study and travel.
In this guide we explain how to choose online English classes in Tunisia, how the formats differ, what you should expect to pay, and how to start at the right level.
1. Start by finding your real level
The biggest mistake is choosing a course by feel. Start too high and you get lost. Start too low and you get bored. International levels follow the CEFR scale: from A0 (almost nothing) to A1 and A2 (the basics), then B1 and B2 (an intermediate level that lets you work and study), then C1 and C2.
Before you pay anything, take the free placement test: 25 reading and grammar questions, about 7 minutes, an instant result from A0 to C2, and no account needed.
2. Choose the format that fits your goal
Small live groups
This is the best format for most adults: live sessions with a teacher on Google Meet, in a group of no more than 6 people at the same level. You speak in every session, you learn from other people's mistakes, and the price is far lower than private lessons.
Private lessons (1-to-1)
These suit you if your schedule is irregular or your goal is very specific, such as a job interview coming up soon. The teacher follows a plan made for you alone, at flexible times.
Specialised programmes
If you are preparing for IELTS or need English at work (meetings, email, presentations), a programme built around that goal is better than a general course.
3. What makes an online class work?
- Live sessions, not recordings: a recorded video cannot correct your pronunciation or ask you a question.
- A small group: in a group of 20 people you speak for a minute or two at most.
- A steady rhythm: two sessions a week beat one long session every now and then.
- Personal follow-up: a teacher who knows your weak points and tells you what to work on.
- Times that fit around work: evening sessions, on Tunisia time.
4. How much do online English classes cost in Tunisia?
The best way to compare is the price per hour, not the price per month. Divide the course price by its real number of hours. For example, at Ethanna:
- Adults A0 to A2: 32 hours over 8 weeks for 320 TND, which is 10 TND per hour.
- Adults B1 and B2: 48 hours over 12 weeks for 540 TND, which is 11.25 TND per hour.
- Kids aged 8 to 14: 32 hours for 200 TND, which is 6.25 TND per hour.
- Private lessons: 30 TND per hour.
Check what the price includes. Are the sessions live? How many students are in the group? Is there any follow-up? A very low price with a big group can cost you more in the end, because you will need to repeat the course.
5. What do you need technically?
Nothing complicated: a stable internet connection of 5 to 10 Mbps, a Google account, a browser, and a microphone or headset. You can join from a phone, tablet or computer, although a computer is more comfortable for long sessions.
6. A simple plan to start this week
- Take the placement test to see where you are starting from.
- Set your goal: everyday conversation, work, IELTS, or helping your child.
- Choose the format: small group, private lessons, or a specialised programme.
- Keep two fixed evenings a week and stick to them for at least 8 weeks.
- Between sessions, 15 minutes of listening or reading a day is enough to keep what you learned.
Don't wait until you are ready to speak. Speaking is what makes you ready.
Frequently asked questions
Are apps enough to learn English?
Apps are good for vocabulary and a daily habit, but they do not teach you to hold a conversation. Use them as an extra, not as a replacement for live sessions.
How long does it take to move up a level?
It depends on the person and on how regular you are, but a steady course of two sessions a week for 8 to 12 weeks brings clear progress that you notice when you speak.
Are online classes suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. Level A0 is there for people starting from zero, and everyone in the group is at the same level, so there is no need to feel shy.
When are the sessions?
For adults, on weekday evenings: 18:45 to 20:45 or 21:00 to 23:00 Tunisia time, with weekend groups depending on the cohort. See the adults programme for details.
A free 25-question test, with an instant result from A0 to C2.