TELC
The VOX Language School is a certified TELC examination center. We offer both group and individual lessons to prepare you as best as possible for the TELC exams, which you can take directly with us.
TELC certificates are required for integration and residence permits (A1, A2, B1), obtaining Swiss citizenship (B1), professional activities (B1, B2), access to universities (C1), and recognition of foreign diplomas (B2, C1).
Exam preparation
Our highly qualified teachers have a university background in linguistics and experience in the preparation for TELC language exams. Their expertise and experience ensure support for your success in language exams. Preparation is offered both in group courses and in individual lessons.
- Exam date: 21.05.2026
- Registration deadline: 21.04.2026
- The exam involves both written and oral exams. The reading, listening, and language elements sections assess receptive skills using tasks such as multiple-choice questions and text matching. Writing and speaking tasks measure productive skills. In these sections, candidates respond to prompts, like questions or images, either in writing or verbally.
Please scroll the table right if you don't see all columns:
| TELC B1 | subtest | number of parts | duration in minutes | additional information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written examination | reading | 3 | 90 min | no break |
| language elements | 2 | |||
| listening | 3 | approx. 30 min | ||
| writing | 1 | 30 min | ||
| Oral examination | speaking | 3 | approx. 15 min | pair examination |
| 20 min preparation time | ||||
- Exam date: 28.05.2026
- Registration deadline: 28.04.2026
- Test takers engage in tasks that assess both receptive and productive skills. Receptive skills are evaluated through reading and listening comprehension tasks, along with a language elements section. These tasks include multiple-choice questions and text matching. Productive skills are assessed through written and oral tasks, where test takers respond to specific prompts in either written or spoken form. The vocabulary and topics are centered around everyday situations.
Please scroll the table right if you don't see all columns:
| TELC B2 | subtest | number of parts | duration in minutes | additional information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written examination | reading | 3 | 90 min | no break |
| language elements | 2 | |||
| listening | 3 | approx. 20 min | ||
| writing | 1 | 30 min | ||
| Oral examination | speaking | 3 | approx. 15 min | pair examination |
| 20 min preparation time | ||||
If you didn't find any exam in the exams list, please fill out our non binding inquiry form, we might still be able to provide an exam for you.
My experience with VOX was fantastic. I did a 2 month private online course with Isabel and I was amazed at how much I actually learned in such a short time. She is a very skilled teacher and the lessons were always relaxed and friendly. When I struggled with some of the concepts she was able to really explain the intricate details In an easy way that really helped me progress and really understand what I was learning. I will definitely continue on with VOX and Isabel, I highly recommend their services for learning German.
I was really happy and satisfied with the German course at VOX. In the beginning, they were very supportive in selecting the right location and dates suitable for me to start the course. I joined a group of 5 people. Elly is the best teacher I ever had. She was preparing for all courses really carefully, always figuring out new ways of teaching and learning by different activities, which made the courses very interesting and enjoyable. At the same time, we were improving quickly. VOX is taking students' feedback very seriously in order to enhance their services. I can only recommend to learn a language here.
I am so happy and grateful for these two months of intensive German with Evgeniya. After only two weeks of classes, my husband who is German, told me that the improvement in my language skills was already noticeable. The personalize classes allow me to progress quickly, improving my weakest points with great patience and making the conversations friendly and interesting. I recommend Evgeniya without hesitation. Her knowledge and dedication make the classes a pleasure.
I’ve just finished the A1 high German course with Elly as my teacher. The classes and homework were not only very effective, but also fun. Going to evening class is one of my favorite parts of the workweek. I highly recommend vox, especially if Elly is the teacher
(Translated by Google) The teacher was competent and friendly, making learning very enjoyable. Furthermore, there were many opportunities to use the language in practical situations. I can recommend this language school. (Original) Die Lehrerin war kompetent und freundlich, hat das Lernen sehr angenehm gemacht. Ausserdem gab es viele Möglichkeiten, die Sprache in praktischen Situationen anzuwenden. Ich kann diese Sprachschule empfehlen.
Awesome class
Very small group class and lots of interaction with a teacher. It is great opportunity not only improving your language skills, but also communication skills and meet amazing people. Whenever you have questions you always can easily reach to your teacher. If you are looking for a lot of interaction in a class and would like to improve your communication skill, this is the best school for that!
I had a great time learning French. Great people
Super teacher for Swiss German - Silvan Plattner. Highly flexible regarding scheduling, fun lessons, overall very good value and IMO very good improvement of my Swiss German.
(Translated by Google) I attended the B2 German course in Winterthur and enjoyed it very much. Although the course is expensive, it is also efficient. The teaching method is suitable for every student and truly contributes to progress in the language. The teachers are competent and engaging. (Original) Ich habe den Deutschkurs B2 in Winterthur besucht und es hat mir sehr gut gefallen. Obwohl der Kurs teuer ist, ist er auch effizient. Die Unterrichtsmethode ist für jeden Schüler geeignet und trägt wirklich zum Fortschritt in der Sprache bei. Die Lehrer sind kompetent und interessiert.
(Translated by Google) The teacher, Tanya, is very kind, understanding, flexible, and skilled at conveying information; I was never bored during the class. (Original) Die Lehrerin, Tanya, ist sehr nett, verständnisvoll, flexibel und geschickt in der Vermittlung von Informationen, mir war während des Unterrichts nie langweilig.
Super! I took my German course here and it was really nice. Online lessons allow for maximum flexibility and the teacher assigned to me (Silvan) is really super helpful, he teaches very well, he is organized and kind. The school secretary (Evgenia) has also always been available to support me.
Quality teaching
Languages
For every language we teach at VOX-Sprachschule, we focus on speaking, as it is the most natural form of communication. Many people concentrate on writing and reading, which prevents them from feeling like they are making progress in their target language. We try to approach this learning process differently: when you train yourself to speak first, grammar simply becomes a tool to support you in your language-learning journey. Reading and writing should come naturally, while speaking needs to be practiced at least 15 minutes a day.
