Study. Speak. Repeat.
Live English classes built around what you need: a trip, a job interview, a master's degree or an international exam. You speak from the very first class.
- One-to-one and group classes
- Live on Zoom
- You choose your schedule
- From zero to C1
Build your plan in a minute
Answer these questions and we'll show you what your plan could look like: which program suits you, how many classes you'd have per month and how long it could take to reach your goal.
A program for every stage
For you, your team or your school. English and other languages too.
Choose your hour pack
You buy class hours and use them according to your plan. Choose how often you want to study and see how long each pack lasts. Message us for prices and to book.
Banana Points
Each pack gives you Banana Points so a missed class doesn't cost you a class.
- You getBronze 5 · Silver 10 · Gold 15 · Bonus 20 Banana Points when you buy your pack.
- You redeem5 Banana Points = 1 attendance wildcard. If you miss a class without notice or arrive late, you use it and reschedule the class without losing it.
- You make the most of themAttended all your classes? Use your Banana Points as a discount on paid workshops or groups.
Banana Points don't accumulate: they're valid while your pack is active and don't carry over to the next cycle.
Message us on WhatsApp for prices. See the details, benefits and policies of each pack in the course catalog.
Get certified with Monkey Speaks
We help you choose the exam your university, job or visa requires. Your preparation can be one-to-one or in a small group, with graded mock exams and practice workshops.
Cambridge
- KEY A2 Key
- PET B1 Preliminary
- FCE B2 First
- CAE C1 Advanced
Widely accepted by universities in Peru to prove your level.
IELTS
- Academic study
- General migration
To study or live in an English-speaking country.
TOEFL and TOEIC
- TOEFL study
- TOEIC work
TOEFL for universities; TOEIC for the working world.
Michigan
- MET Michigan English Test
- ECCE B2
Another recognized option to certify your level.
DELE Spanish
- DELE A1 · A2 · B1
- DELE B2 · C1 · C2
- SIELE A1–C1
Spanish for foreigners: the official Instituto Cervantes diplomas. See the DELE →
All our students have passed their exam.
Discover your English level
An online placement test with a written part and a spoken part. Choose what type of student you are.
Requirements before the test
- Stable internetOver wifi or an ethernet cable, with at least 4 Mbps.
- PC or laptopThe written part can't be taken on a phone or tablet. The spoken part can, on Zoom.
- CameraEssential to verify your identity.
- Headphones and microphoneRequired throughout the test.
- Quiet placeA space with no noise or interruptions during the session.
- No other tabsThe platform won't let you continue if you have other tabs open.
- ID documentYou show it to the examiner on camera at the start.
- Valid for 4 monthsYour result is valid for 4 months from the date you take the test.
Steps to take the test
- Request itWrite to info@monkeyspeaks.com or message us on WhatsApp to request your Level test.
- Make the paymentSend the payment receipt by email. You'll receive confirmation of the test and the next steps.
- Take the testThe written part on your computer and the spoken part on Zoom. With your result, we build your plan.
From your first message to your first class
Message us
Tell us on WhatsApp or by email what you want to achieve and how much time you have.
Level test
If you've studied English before, we measure your level with an online written and spoken test. If you're starting from zero, you skip this step. See requirements
Intro class
A spoken class with your teacher to get to know each other, assess your goals and build your plan. S/ 50
Class time!
You choose your pack, we send you access to the virtual classroom and you start your classes on Zoom.
What's coming up this week
TikTok Lives, Zoom workshops and conversation clubs. TikTok Lives are free for everyone. For workshops and clubs, you register in advance: students join for free, and everyone else pays for the session.
All times are Lima, Peru time (GMT-5).
Learn English in a minute
Short tips with Nicole and Moncho: phrasal verbs, pronunciation, grammar and the most common mistakes. We post the same content on TikTok and Instagram.
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Learn English without fear of making mistakes
If you've had bad experiences with English, it's different here. We adapt to you, not the other way around.
You speak from the very first class
No weeks of grammar alone. You practice out loud from day one and notice your progress class after class.
You decide when and how much
Every day, every other day or twice a week? From your phone or on your work break? You choose.
A safe space
Patient, dynamic teachers who listen to your questions. Making mistakes is part of learning, and nobody laughs at you here.
Materials made for you
We build your study plan and your materials. You'll find them in your virtual classroom after each class.
Monkey Speaks vs. traditional classes
What changes when the course is built around you, not the other way around.
| Aspect |  Monkey Speaks |
Traditional classes |
|---|---|---|
| When you start speaking | From the very first class | After weeks of theory and grammar |
| Study plan | Built around your goals in the intro class | The same syllabus for everyone |
| Schedules | In one-to-one classes you choose the day, time and frequency | Fixed schedules you have to fit around |
| Pace | We adapt to you, even in level-based groups | The group moves on even if you still have questions |
| Practice between classes | Virtual classroom with guided practice and instant corrections | Homework that's only checked at the next class |
| Materials | Made for your plan, available after each class | The same book for everyone |
| International exams | Graded mock exams, writing and conversation workshops | General preparation with no section-by-section follow-up |
| Start date | In one-to-one classes, whenever you want | Wait for the next term |
Your learning doesn't stay in the classroom
When you sign up, you get access to your virtual classroom. There you review each class and practice speaking and writing whenever you want, with instant corrections.
- Guided practice 24/7Talk and write in the language you're learning between classes. It corrects you, explains the mistake and gives you a more natural version.
- Audio bankTrain your ear with audio in different accents.
- Mock examsFor Cambridge, IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC and DELE, graded so you can see how you're doing.
- Materials from each classEverything you covered with your teacher, organized and always at hand.
Your guided practiceAn illustration of practice in your virtual classroom, here for a student learning Spanish. Tap the examples.
Meet the people who will teach you
Our team holds international certifications to teach English as a foreign language, business English and teaching methodology.
Each teacher is carefully selected to reach the agreed goals within the estimated time, with modern techniques adapted to the way you learn.
What our students say
We could say a lot of things. Better to see for yourself what people who already study with us have to say.
Everything you need to know
Can't find your question? Message us and we'll answer.
I know absolutely no English. Can I sign up?
Of course. All our courses are personalized and we adapt the plan to your level, whatever it is, so you really make progress. If you're starting from zero, you don't need to take the Level test.
I've studied English somewhere else. How do I know my level?
With our Level test (Placement Test). With your results, we place you in the right cycle if you take group classes, or adapt the materials to your level and goals if you take one-to-one classes.
The test is required if you're a new student with prior knowledge, if you stopped studying with us for more than 4 months, or if you simply want to know your level.
What do I need to take the Level test?
- Stable internet over wifi or cable (minimum 4 Mbps).
- Preferably a PC or laptop for the written test. The spoken test can be taken on your phone with Zoom.
- Camera, headphones and microphone.
- A quiet place without interruptions.
- Your ID document at hand, to show at the start.
During the test, the platform doesn't allow other tabs to be open.
How do I request the Level test?
Write to info@monkeyspeaks.com to request it. Then send the payment receipt to the same address and we'll confirm the date and the steps to take it. The result is valid for 4 months.
What is the student–teacher intro class?
It's a spoken class with your teacher to get to know each other, assess your goals and identify your level. You ask your questions, tell us what you expect from the course, and with that we build your study plan. It costs S/ 50.
When do classes start?
One-to-one classes start whenever you want. Group classes follow each cycle's start dates and the availability of places.
Who chooses my schedule?
In one-to-one classes you choose your schedule based on your teacher's availability. Classes are booked at least 12 hours in advance.
Group classes have fixed schedules by level, and you choose the one that suits you best before the cycle starts.
Where are the classes held? Are there in-person classes?
Classes are on Zoom: from your phone or tablet (App Store or Play Store) or from your computer at zoom.com.
For private classes you can also choose the place: your home, your office or online, subject to availability.
What's the class content like?
It depends on the program. In one-to-one classes the content is adjusted to the goals and timeframe you told us in the intro class. It can be 100% conversational, focused on grammar or reading, or comprehensive with all four skills.
What's in the virtual classroom?
We send a link and an access code to the email you signed up with. In the classroom you'll find each class's materials, audio, mock exams and guided speaking and writing practice to review between classes.
You can work with a digital book for the whole cycle, with online exercises, or with materials adapted to the way you learn.
What are the lives and workshops in the events calendar?
They're extra activities outside your classes: live streams on TikTok, Zoom workshops (pronunciation, for example) and conversation clubs. You register beforehand to join. Students join free; everyone else can pay for the session separately.
Can I study at my own pace, without a schedule?
Yes. With the course subscription you study asynchronously: whenever you want and at your own pace.
Do you teach other languages besides English?
Yes. Besides English, we teach Spanish for foreigners and prepare you for the DELE (A1 to C2) and the SIELE. We also teach other languages: message us and we'll tell you the options.
Which international exam suits me?
It depends on what you need it for. IELTS Academic and TOEFL are usually required for studying abroad; IELTS General, for migration; TOEIC, for work. The Cambridge exams (KEY, PET, FCE, CAE) are widely accepted by universities in Peru. If you're learning Spanish, the DELE and SIELE certify your level.
Our exam guide explains each one in more detail.
What is exam preparation like?
It can be one-to-one or in a small group. First we look at your specific needs and then train each section of the exam: we work on your weak points and build on your strengths.
Besides prep classes and graded mock exams, you get access to writing, listening and conversation workshops to build confidence, especially for the speaking interview.
What are assessments like? What if I fail?
It's not about passing or failing here. Assessments help us spot what needs reinforcing before moving on, so the follow-up is much more personal. If you're consistent, you shouldn't have any problems.
How much do classes cost?
We work with hour packs: Bronze (8 h), Silver (15 h), Gold (24 h) and Bonus (36 h). Message us and we'll send you the prices of the packs and exam preparation, and help you choose based on your goal. The intro class costs S/ 50. See what each pack includes in the packs section.
If I can't attend, can I reschedule?
Yes. If you give at least 12 hours' notice, you can reschedule your class without any problem, on any pack.
If you miss a class without notice or arrive late, you can redeem 5 Banana Points for an attendance wildcard and reschedule the class without losing it.
What are Banana Points?
They're points you get when you buy your pack: Bronze 5, Silver 10, Gold 15 and Bonus 20.
- 5 Banana Points equal 1 attendance wildcard, to cover an absence and not lose the class.
- If you don't use them, you can use them as a discount on paid workshops or groups.
- They don't accumulate: they're valid while your pack is active and don't carry over to the next cycle.
Can I give my classes to someone else?
No, classes are non-transferable. They're also subject to schedule availability.
I stopped studying at Monkey Speaks. Can I come back?
Of course! If more than 4 months have passed, you'll take the Level test again, especially if you take group classes.
Do you have programs for companies?
Yes. We offer general English by level following the Common European Framework, business English for real work situations and private classes for employees. Write to info@monkeyspeaks.com and we'll put together a proposal for your team.
Do you work with schools and educational institutions?
Yes. We advise on the curriculum, train teachers in methodology, prepare groups for the Cambridge exams and implement English teaching with our teachers and academic structure.
Can I study with my partner or my children?
Of course. Write to info@monkeyspeaks.com and we'll tell you about the options and benefits for studying as a family.
Shall we start?
Message us, tell us your goal and we'll build your plan. We answer all your questions before you start.