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What’s Your Biggest English Learning Challenge?

July 07, 20252 min read

You’re Not Alone in Feeling Overwhelmed

Starting your English learning journey can feel intimidating. At Virtual English, we hear this all the time from new learners:

“I don’t know where to start.”
“What if I say something wrong?”
“How can I practice if I don’t have anyone to talk to?”

We’re here to help you overcome all of these challenges—and more.

Most Common Challenges for English Beginners

  1. I Don’t Know Where to Start

There are so many resources online, but how do you know which one is right for you? Our Beginner A1 Cambridge English Course is designed especially for adult learners who want structured, live support—not just videos or apps.

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  1. I’m Afraid to Speak or Make Mistakes

Mistakes are not failures—they’re part of learning! In our online English course for adults, you’ll learn with others in a supportive environment where it’s okay to try, make errors, and grow.

  1. I Don’t Have Anyone to Practise With

You’ll join live small-group classes where you practise with other learners guided by a qualified teacher. You’ll never feel alone in your learning again.

Why Choose Virtual English?

Here’s what makes our best online English class for beginners stand out:

✅ Beginner-friendly Cambridge curriculum (A1-A2)
✅ Qualified and supportive teachers
✅ Structured learning with live classes
✅ Digital + classroom Cambridge resources
✅ Free level check consultation
✅ Certificate upon completion

📘 Learn more on our Online English Courses page.

💡 Quick Tips: How to Prepare for Cambridge English Test Online

If you're starting your learning journey with a goal to sit a Cambridge English test, here are 3 tips to keep in mind:

✔️ Start with the correct level – Book a level check »
✔️ Practise listening and speaking with a real teacher
✔️ Use the official Cambridge Empower resources in our courses

Read more about the test on our Cambridge Linguaskill Test page.

FAQ: Your Beginner Questions Answered

Q1: Is this course for adults or children?

Our beginner courses are specially designed for adult learners, including university students, professionals, and migrants.

Q2: What do I need for class?

Just a stable internet connection, a computer or phone, and your Cambridge book (which we send to you!).

Q3: What’s included in the free consultation?

We help you understand your English level, goals, and recommend the best course to suit your needs.

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Whether you're learning for work, study, or daily life, we help you move from beginner to confident English speaker—step by step.

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