Skype English lessons

You don't need much to learn English with Skype, but you will need the following before you can start your classes:

• Hardware:
  • A computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone with a reliable processor and sufficient RAM (at least 4GB recommended).
  • A webcam for video calls, either built-in or external.
  • A microphone, either built-in, in a headset, or an external one, for clear audio communication.
  • Speakers or headphones to hear the tutor clearly.
• Software:
  • The latest version of Skype installed on your device - it's easy to use and free to setup an account.
  • A compatible operating system (Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, or Linux).
  • Optional: Additional software for screen sharing or document collaboration if needed for lessons.

Regarding connection speed, we recommend a minimum internet speed of 1.5 Mbps for both download and upload for high-quality video classes. However, a faster connection (3 Mbps or higher) is ideal to ensure smooth and uninterrupted sessions, especially for high-definition video quality.

We've been at the front of helping people to learn a foreign language over the internet since 2006. All our tutors are specialists in enhancing fluency, building speaking confidence, and ensuring an efficient and effective path to becoming fluent in English.

We are rated as Excellent on Trustpilot and have been featured in the WebUser Language Awards and the Times Online.

Additionally, our friendly customer service team is available to address any questions and concerns. We also offer an extra trial lesson if you're not completely satisfied with your English tutor after your first class.

Our teachers can provide high quality English language training to help with all major English language proficiency exams. Whether you’re aiming for the TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge English exams, or any other certification, our expert tutors are here to guide you on the content and requirements of each test. For the TOEFL, you can focus on academic English and integrated tasks. For IELTS, your can practice Academic and General Training modules, emphasizing essay writing, graph description, and conversational skills. With Cambridge English exams, we ensure you excel in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

We offer a variety of payment options for your lessons, including credit/debit cards and PayPal.

All prices displayed represent the total cost before any applicable discounts or promotions and you can choose to pay in your local currency.

We know that becoming fluent in English takes time, so unlike other platforms we have a great discount scheme which is based on your booking history rather than how many lessons you can afford to purchase in one go. This means that English classes on Skype with Verbalplanet become progressively cheaper whether you book one lesson at a time or twenty.

If you want to be a Skype English tutor and help people learn your native language please sign up for fee and submit your tutor profile. Find out more about teaching English with us.