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Month 1
Confident Conversations
Start talking before the inner editor stops you.
Speaking
- Icebreakers & small talk
- Overcoming hesitation
- Daily speaking routine
Listening
- Active listening
Pronunciation
- Pronunciation & rhythm
Speak Confidently
Interactive Speaking Class
3 months of live speaking — games, debates, role-plays, interview rounds. Approx. 6 learners, up to 2 classes/week, ₹1,599/month$79/mo, inclusive of taxes. Built for fluency, not grammar lectures.
You talk every hour. Your teacher tracks hesitation week by week.
₹1,599/month$79/mo3 months · 1 hr 30 min · up to 2 classes/weekLive batch · approximately 6 learners
Your pace, your progress. Start where you shine.
✓ 100% online live · ✓ Interview rounds in this room · ✓ Flexible afternoon · evening · night slots · ✓ About 6 in a batch · ✓ Kolkata, pan-India, now worldwide
Free group consultation — we send a booking link on WhatsApp. Want to sit in a real class? Book the ₹199$10 Demo Class.
Live · Live batch · approximately 6 learners5.0★Google
Course fee starts at
₹1,599$79 /month /mo
3 months · 1 hr 30 min · up to 2 classes/week · inclusive of taxesUSD
Message Anytime · Replies 10am–midnight IST every day
Live · Live batch · approximately 6 learners5.0★Google
Course fee starts at
₹1,599$79 /month /mo
3 months · 1 hr 30 min · up to 2 classes/week · inclusive of taxesUSD
Message Anytime · Replies 10am–midnight IST every day
Why we're different
Daily practice, a live teacher and your own language — from ₹999/month$49/mo
Learn With Smile is the all-in-one way to learn spoken English at a low cost: live classes in a small batch, the Bolo daily-practice app, video lessons, a weekly teacher review and the same teacher — all in one monthly fee from ₹999$49, taught in English, Hindi or Marathi.
In class · everyone speaks
Between classes · the Bolo app
Demo playing · hover to pause · illustration with sample content
One fee covers all of it
- Live classesUp to 2 a week · 90 min · about 6 learners
- Bolo daily practiceGrammar, words, reading, speaking — with a streak
- Video lessonsTips to start speaking, grammar, fluency
- Weekly teacher reviewYour recordings, checked every week
- Same teacherHindi, Marathi or English medium
- All of it, every month₹999/month$49/moBasic Spoken English · inclusive of taxes
| What you can buy | Daily practice | Live teacher who corrects you | Taught in your language | Pay one month at a time | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Learn With Smilelive batch of about 6 + Bolo app | Yes — the Bolo app, every day, with a streak | Yes — about 6 learners, same teacher | Hindi, Marathi or English | Yes — no auto-debit, no loans, refund in writing | From ₹999/month$49/mo |
| Josh Skillsrecorded course app, Josh Talks | Recorded video lessons | Optional live group sessions | Explained in 7 Indian languages | Terms not stated on the page we checked | From ₹58/month (their page) |
| EngVarta1:1 audio practice calls | Only the calls you buy | Yes — 1:1 calls of about 15 minutes | Guides for Hindi and Marathi speakers; calls in English | Prepaid session plans; trial plan refundable (developer reply) | ₹2,700 for 25 sessions |
| Cambly1:1 video with native-speaker tutors | Only the lessons you book | Yes — 1:1, tutor of your choice | English only | Plans auto-renew until you turn renewal off | ₹8,000–₹15,000/month if daily |
| Preply1:1 tutor marketplace | Only the lessons you book | Yes — 1:1, tutor you choose | Depends on the tutor | 28-day plan that renews on your saved card; no lock-in | ₹250–₹4,000 per lesson |
| italki1:1 tutor marketplace | Only the lessons you book | Yes — 1:1, tutor you choose | Depends on the tutor | Pay per lesson with credits; refunds as credits | ₹250–₹4,000 per lesson |
| British Councillive online group courses | Self-study material alongside classes | Yes — live group classes | English only | Paid per module, upfront | ₹8,800–₹16,000 per module |
| Duolingo · ELSA SpeakAI practice apps | Yes | No live teacher | Duolingo teaches English from Hindi | Free tier, or a subscription that auto-renews | ₹300–₹1,200/month |
| PlanetSparkluxury 1:1 for children 4–13 | Not stated on the page we checked | Yes — live 1:1 classes | Not stated on the page we checked | Course packages; unused classes refundable on request (their reply) | ₹13,000–₹65,000 per course |
| City classrooms and chainslocal institutes, national chains | Worksheets only | Yes, in rooms of 25–40 | Rarely | Often several months paid upfront | ₹2,000–₹10,000/month |
Learn With SmileFrom ₹999/month$49/mo
Daily practice: Yes — the Bolo app, every day, with a streakTeacher: Yes — about 6 learners, same teacherYour language: Hindi, Marathi or EnglishHow you pay: Yes — no auto-debit, no loans, refund in writingJosh SkillsFrom ₹58/month (their page)
Daily practice: Recorded video lessonsTeacher: Optional live group sessionsYour language: Explained in 7 Indian languagesHow you pay: Terms not stated on the page we checkedEngVarta₹2,700 for 25 sessions
Daily practice: Only the calls you buyTeacher: Yes — 1:1 calls of about 15 minutesYour language: Guides for Hindi and Marathi speakers; calls in EnglishHow you pay: Prepaid session plans; trial plan refundable (developer reply)Cambly₹8,000–₹15,000/month if daily
Daily practice: Only the lessons you bookTeacher: Yes — 1:1, tutor of your choiceYour language: English onlyHow you pay: Plans auto-renew until you turn renewal offPreply₹250–₹4,000 per lesson
Daily practice: Only the lessons you bookTeacher: Yes — 1:1, tutor you chooseYour language: Depends on the tutorHow you pay: 28-day plan that renews on your saved card; no lock-initalki₹250–₹4,000 per lesson
Daily practice: Only the lessons you bookTeacher: Yes — 1:1, tutor you chooseYour language: Depends on the tutorHow you pay: Pay per lesson with credits; refunds as creditsBritish Council₹8,800–₹16,000 per module
Daily practice: Self-study material alongside classesTeacher: Yes — live group classesYour language: English onlyHow you pay: Paid per module, upfrontDuolingo · ELSA Speak₹300–₹1,200/month
Daily practice: YesTeacher: No live teacherYour language: Duolingo teaches English from HindiHow you pay: Free tier, or a subscription that auto-renewsPlanetSpark₹13,000–₹65,000 per course
Daily practice: Not stated on the page we checkedTeacher: Yes — live 1:1 classesYour language: Not stated on the page we checkedHow you pay: Course packages; unused classes refundable on request (their reply)City classrooms and chains₹2,000–₹10,000/month
Daily practice: Worksheets onlyTeacher: Yes, in rooms of 25–40Your language: RarelyHow you pay: Often several months paid upfront
Checked 3 November 2026 against each provider's public pages: Josh Skills, EngVarta, Cambly, Preply, italki, British Council, Duolingo · ELSA Speak, PlanetSpark. Prices are typical 2026 bands in India. City classrooms: local listings. PlanetSpark teaches children 4–13 and is shown as the luxury end of the market; every Learn With Smile course is for adults 15+.
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What You'll Achieve
By the end, you'll be able to…
Real, measurable outcomes — not just lecture hours.
- Speak for 2 minutes on any topic
- Lead group conversations
- Tell stories that hold attention
- Answer 'tell me about yourself' without freezing
- Practise HR and STAR answers out loud
- Think in English, not translate
Inside Every Class
What one 90-minute class looks like
The same rhythm every session of Interactive Speaking Class — so you always know what the hour is for.
90 min
Communication
- Communication · 90 min
The whole class is speaking reps — no grammar lecture. Reading, public speaking and listening, with you on the mic every block.
The communication block covers
- Reading
- Public speaking
- Listening
- English to English
- Up to 2 classes a week
- About 6 learners
- Flexible schedule
3-Month Roadmap
Exactly what you cover, month by month
Interactive Speaking Class: 3 phases across 3 months. Each phase builds on the last.
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Month 2
Expanding Expression
Hold an opinion, tell a story and keep the floor in a group.
Speaking
- Opinions & polite debate
- Group discussions
- Handling interruptions
Storytelling
- Storytelling techniques
Vocabulary
- Idioms & role-plays
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Month 3
Spontaneous Speaking
Speak with no preparation — to a room, a stranger or an interviewer.
Speaking
- Impromptu speaking
- Thinking on your feet
- Networking simulations
Public speaking
- Public speaking basics
- Final presentation
Interview
- 90-second pitch, HR and STAR answers out loud
Coverage Map
16 topics, mapped skill by skill
Where each skill in Interactive Speaking Class gets its new topics. Darker cells mean more new topics in that phase.
| Skill | 1. Confident ConversationsMonth 1 | 2. Expanding ExpressionMonth 2 | 3. Spontaneous SpeakingMonth 3 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 3 | 3 | 3 | 9 |
| Listening | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Pronunciation | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Storytelling | — | 1 | — | 1 |
| Vocabulary | — | 1 | — | 1 |
| Public speaking | — | — | 2 | 2 |
| Interview | — | — | 1 | 1 |
Included in your course
Interactive Speaking: the complete package
₹1,599/month, inclusive of taxes — live classes, the Bolo practice app and the same teacher, all included.$79/mo for live classes, the Bolo practice app and the same teacher.
- 3 months · up to 2 classes/week
- 1 hr 30 min per class
- Approx. 6 learners
- Bolo: daily practice + weekly review
Live classes
Games, debates, stories and role-plays that make you talk before you overthink.
Same teacher
The same teacher every class, who notices when the freeze starts and why.
Bolo app · included
Whole-conversation practice, phrase brush-ups and reading for rhythm between sessions.
- Practice
- Watch
- Review
Before you join, read: Why you freeze when you speak — the guide
In Bolo · Watch — videos picked for this course
- Tips and tricks to start speakingTips & tricks
- Grammar you actually useGrammar
- Stop translating in your headThinking
- When your mind goes blankMind blank
Curriculum
Full Interactive Speaking Class Syllabus
Every module is taught live, with hands-on activities, quizzes and feedback.
1
Warm-Ups & Word Games
- Tongue twisters
- 1-min just-a-minute
- Word association
- Picture description
2
Story Telling
- The 4-part story formula
- Personal anecdotes
- Adding humour
- Voice modulation
3
Debates & Discussions
- For & against structure
- Active listening
- Polite disagreement
- Closing arguments
4
Role-Plays
- Travel & hotel
- Customer service
- Doctor & patient
- Job networking events
5
Interview rounds
- 90-second pitch, live, on the mic
- HR: why this company, why you
- STAR stories for conflict, failure, leadership
- Read the interviewer — then answer
Want a printable syllabus PDF?
Send Me the SyllabusWe'll reply on WhatsApp with current batch timings and pricing.
The English Ladder
Find your step — then the duration and fee
Five live rooms for adults 15+, about 6 learners each. Bar length is the course length in months.
- 1Start hereBasic Spoken EnglishCannot finish a sentence yet6 months₹999/month$49/mo
- 2Level upIntermediate Spoken EnglishBasic sentences work — grammar and flow do not4 months₹1,999/month$89/mo
- 3Unfreeze · you are hereInteractive Speaking ClassKnows the words, freezes on the mic3 months₹1,599/month$79/mo
- 4At workBusiness EnglishMeetings, calls and emails3 months₹2,499/month$99/mo
- 5Get hiredInterview PreparationCan talk, fails the HR screen2 months₹2,499/month$99/mo
Student Stories
Real Results from Real Learners
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Free Learning Guides
Practise Interactive Speaking Class Between Classes
Use these practical lessons before your consultation or between live sessions.
Interactive English when you freeze
You know the words. You go silent. Talk every hour, on purpose.
Read the guideWhich class — Spoken or Interactive?
Interactive assumes there is language to retrieve. Spoken first if not.
Read the guide5 speaking habits that reduce hesitation
Low-stakes practice ideas you can use between live classes.
Read the guideFAQs
Interactive Speaking Class — Questions & Answers
Anything else? Message anytime — WhatsApp replies during 10am–midnight IST every day.
Do you cover job interviews?
Yes. Interactive Speaking includes live interview rounds: the 90-second pitch, HR questions and STAR answers, in a batch of about 6. If the interview is the only gap and you already talk, take Interview Preparation — 2 months, ₹2,499/month.
How do I stop hesitating and freezing when I speak English?
Hesitation is almost never a grammar problem — it is a retrieval-speed and confidence problem, and it responds to repetition under mild pressure. That means speaking often in a low-stakes group where being wrong costs nothing. Our Interactive Speaking course is built entirely around that: one-minute impromptu topics, word-association warm-ups, structured debates, role-plays and storytelling, up to twice a week for 3 months, in a batch of around six.
Is this course useful if my grammar is already good?
That is exactly who it is for. Many Indian learners read and write English well but freeze in conversation because they translate mentally before speaking. This course does no grammar teaching — it is 100% live speaking reps designed to move you from translating to thinking directly in English.
What daily practice comes with Interactive Speaking?
Bolo, the Learn With Smile practice app, at Interactive level: warm-up, keep it going, role-play, debate with a daily streak; short video lessons such as Small talk without freezing; Buy time: “let me think…”; When your mind goes blank; Tell a story in 60 seconds; and a weekly teacher review of the reading and speaking you send (this level focuses on hesitation). It is included in the course fee — live classes in a small batch, the Bolo daily-practice app, video lessons, a weekly teacher review and the same teacher — all in one monthly fee from ₹999, taught in English, Hindi or Marathi.
How do I pay for Interactive Speaking — monthly, or upfront? Is there a refund?
Learn With Smile bills one month at a time: no auto-debit, no loans or EMIs, and never 3, 6 or 12 months upfront. Cancel a month before its first live class for a full refund, which we start within 2 working days.
What do learners outside India pay?
Two published price lists. Learners in India, Indian Rupees, inclusive of taxes: Basic Spoken English ₹999/month; Intermediate Spoken English ₹1,999/month; Interactive Speaking ₹1,599/month; Business English ₹2,499/month; Interview Preparation ₹2,499/month; Demo Class ₹199. Learners outside India, USD: Basic Spoken English $49/mo; Intermediate Spoken English $89/mo; Interactive Speaking $79/mo; Business English $99/mo; Interview Preparation $99/mo; Demo Class $10. The India list applies to learners in India and the outside-India list applies to learners elsewhere. They are two separate price lists, not currency conversions of each other.