1. Elight
Recognizing that many Vietnamese struggle with basic English skills, Elight offers a foundation course designed for absolute beginners. The course materials are practical and easy to apply from the very first lesson, allowing even complete beginners to start learning effectively.
Elight's free online English lessons, taught by Phan Kiều Trang (born in 1990, Director of Elight Center, and a graduate of Hanoi University), have attracted over 1.36 million learners on YouTube. Trang is dedicated to developing a learning program aimed at helping over 10 million young Vietnamese people. The content is constantly updated, and best of all, it's free! What are you waiting for?
Website: http://elight.edu.vn/


2. TOEIC Academy
TOEIC Academy (formerly OnThiTOEIC.vn – one of the best TOEIC preparation centers in Hanoi) specializes in TOEIC test preparation for both students and professionals. In addition to its three offline centers in Hanoi, the website of TOEIC Academy has attracted a large number of learners. This website offers a vast collection of free TOEIC preparation resources.
Alongside the lessons available on the website, TOEIC Academy's YouTube channel provides a variety of tutorials on Grammar, Listening Tips, and Daily TOEIC Practice Tests. The center is committed to expanding its content to include lessons on pronunciation and communication skills to better serve learners nationwide. After 10 years of development, TOEIC Academy has become a trusted name in the TOEIC test preparation community, with thousands of students vouching for its quality. You can follow individual courses or practice with various exercises. Additionally, there are online mock tests available to help you assess your proficiency.
Website: https://toeicacademy.com/


3. HelloChao
HelloChao has become the first website in Vietnam to successfully research and simulate the Natural Approach method – a technique that helps learners perfect their pronunciation, making it indistinguishable from native speakers. HelloChao's online English classes are designed to help you master American English pronunciation and enable you to thoroughly understand the content of each lesson in the limited time you have. Each day's lesson is carefully structured to ensure you fully grasp the material in just 20 minutes.
Currently, HelloChao has trained over 2 million learners, and its effectiveness is widely acknowledged. However, as with any language learning process, the key to success is consistent practice. To truly master the language, make sure to repeat each sound, word, and sentence as many times as possible until speaking feels natural and accurate, just like the teacher.
Website: https://www.hellochao.vn


4. Duolingo
For those who prefer learning English through websites or mobile apps, Duolingo is a familiar name. This platform is highly recommended for beginners or those struggling with the basics, as it helps users get acquainted with the language quickly. With its gamified exercises, Duolingo offers a unique learning experience compared to other free English vocabulary sites. Additionally, the visually appealing design of the website is another plus.
Duolingo’s lessons are personalized to match your learning style. The exercises are customized to help you learn and review vocabulary effectively. Research shows that 34 hours of study on Duolingo is equivalent to a semester of college-level language courses. Learning with Duolingo is fun, addictive, and free – there’s no reason not to give it a try and enjoy a fantastic learning experience.
Website: https://vi.duolingo.com/


5. Ucan
Ucan is a platform dedicated to teaching and learning foreign languages online, offering flexibility for learners and creative freedom for teachers. It provides hundreds of interactive language learning activities, combining theory with practice, helping learners progressively experience and improve their language skills.
Ucan offers simple yet powerful tools that enable teachers or language centers to create their own lessons according to their preferences. Additionally, Ucan allows learners to join engaging courses tailored to their levels and interests, interact with teachers and peers, compete in challenges, and prove their abilities. With over 1000 lessons covering all four language skills, Ucan offers a comprehensive language learning plan from A to Z, suitable for both beginners and advanced learners aiming to use English in their professional lives.
Website: https://www.ucan.vn


6. TOPICA NATIVE
TOPICA NATIVE is an online communication program that connects learners with native-speaking teachers for up to 16 hours daily, available anywhere with an internet connection. Utilizing the PIELE learning method, the curriculum is personalized to fit each learner's level, enhanced by AI-powered tools that provide a comprehensive learning experience to improve speaking, grammar, listening, and reading skills.
All teachers at TOPICA NATIVE are native speakers, recruited from English-speaking countries such as the UK, US, Australia, and Canada, ensuring learners are exposed to diverse accents. The teachers have extensive experience teaching at universities and renowned English centers. They undergo rigorous recruitment and are trained in online teaching methodologies to ensure the highest quality of instruction.
Website: https://topicanative.edu.vn/


7. Langmaster
Langmaster was established on November 1st, 2011 with the goal of helping young Vietnamese individuals adapt to global integration and the growing demand for English proficiency. The team at Langmaster works tirelessly to become the most effective English education organization, offering training programs that combine English instruction with mindset coaching, inspiration, and motivation to help learners achieve personal growth.
Currently, Langmaster offers a variety of courses to suit different learning abilities and schedules, including offline classes, online courses, and one-on-one live sessions. The organization also incorporates a scientific and intelligent learning pathway that integrates NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) techniques, making the learning process more effective and progressive.
Website: https://langmaster.edu.vn/


8. Engbreaking
Engbreaking has become one of the most popular platforms in recent years. Given the fast-paced nature of modern life, Engbreaking is the perfect solution as it doesn’t require much time for each lesson. You only need to spend an hour each day completing the lessons designed by Engbreaking. With a manageable study plan, learners won't feel overwhelmed and can develop a daily learning routine. Each Engbreaking lesson is spread out over 6 days, with a different method applied each day. Furthermore, when studying English with Engbreaking, you'll receive daily email reminders from their support team, helping you stay motivated and build the habit of learning English every day. The 3-month self-study program focuses on three key techniques:
- Listening absorption technique
- Shadowing technique
- Multi-dimensional reflex technique
This program not only enhances listening, speaking, and reflex skills but also provides vocabulary and grammar knowledge through 36 practical communication topics, 2933 vocabulary words, and 285 audio tracks at two speeds. Despite being only 5 years old in the Vietnamese education market, Engbreaking has already attracted over 167,300 learners, all praising its effectiveness. The 3-month online course is priced at 490,000 VND, which is quite reasonable given the knowledge it offers.
Website: https://engbreaking.com/


9. GrabLingo
Today, most job positions require candidates to possess foreign language skills. However, with busy schedules, learning English through pre-recorded videos and lectures with little interaction often leads to a loss of motivation. Understanding these challenges, GrabLingo offers personalized online one-on-one courses that connect over 10,000 learners with 1000+ highly experienced, professionally trained native-speaking teachers.
With flexible learning hours from 6 AM to midnight, you can study anywhere at your convenience. GrabLingo aims to become Vietnam's leading online English school, helping learners improve their speaking and listening reflexes, advance their language skills, and speak English like a native.
Website: https://adult.grablingo.com/


10. Tiếng Anh 123
Tiếng Anh 123 is Vietnam's leading online English training platform. Awarded first place in the ASEAN 2015 Information and Communications Technology category for digital content, ranked among the top 50 trusted products by consumers in 2012, and received the Sao Khuê Awards in 2013 and 2015 from Vinasa, it has over 2.5 million members and 2.4 million monthly visitors.
For just 180,000 VND/year, you can get a VIP account with features such as online voice recording and an instant dictionary lookup with just one click. The platform offers a high level of interaction, allowing learners to send assignments to teachers for feedback and grading on all skills—speaking, listening, reading, and writing—no matter where they are. Learners can also view their ranking and the mistakes of other students to reinforce their knowledge.
Website: https://www.tienganh123.com/


11. Ms Hoa English
Ms Hoa English was founded by Ms Hoa in October 2012, initially named Ms Hoa Toeic. After nearly a decade of growth, Ms Hoa English now has 16 locations across various cities including Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Hai Phong, Binh Duong, Bac Ninh, and Vinh City, becoming one of the best TOEIC 4 skills and professional English communication training centers in Vietnam.
With the innovative S-SMART training model, which smartly combines slides and boards, Ms Hoa English applies language learning techniques to deliver high-quality lessons, helping students achieve excellent TOEIC scores and gain confidence in English communication in a short time. The center is renowned for producing the most TOEIC scorers above 800 points in Vietnam. Ms Hoa English strives to be one of the leading English training centers, contributing to the advancement of Vietnam's English education and elevating the global standing of Vietnamese people.
Website: https://www.anhngumshoa.com/


12. www.dol.vn
www.dol.vn - An online platform for learning English (a product developed by DOL English - IELTS Đình Lực) offers a smooth and enriching learning experience with high-quality content. This self-study website is an excellent resource for IELTS preparation at home, with features like IELTS Online Tests, explanations, vocabulary lessons, and dictation practice, among others.
www.dol.vn covers all aspects of English learning, from Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing to Vocabulary, Grammar, and Online Test practice. The content is developed by DOL English - IELTS Đình Lực and incorporates Linearthinking, which is patented by DOL and recognized by the Intellectual Property Department.
DOL English - Đình Lực is the first English Academy in Vietnam that specializes in Cognitive English learning.
DOL provides exclusive IELTS, TOEIC, SAT, GMAT, GRE courses using the LinearThinking method, enabling students to boost their scores rapidly while saving time and money.
In late 2023, DOL English received an invitation from the Ministry of Education and Training to accompany the program “Meeting and Honoring Students Winning International Science and Technology Olympic Prizes in 2023”. This recognition further affirms DOL English’s superior training quality and capabilities, making it one of the leading centers for IELTS/SAT preparation in Vietnam.
Visit DOL for IELTS/SAT/TOEIC/TAGT Classes: https://www.dolenglish.vn
DOL has centers at the following locations:
- Cs1: 458/14 Ba Tháng Hai, Phường 12, Quận 10, Ho Chi Minh City
- Cs2: 302 Nguyễn Văn Đậu, P11, Quận Bình Thạnh, Ho Chi Minh City
- Cs3: 24/1 Võ Oanh (D3 old), Quận Bình Thạnh, Ho Chi Minh City
- Cs4: 24A Bàu Cát 2, Tân Bình, Ho Chi Minh City
- Cs5: 219 Khánh Hội, Quận 4, Ho Chi Minh City
- Cs6: 25B Lê Văn Việt, Phường Hiệp Phú, Quận 9, Ho Chi Minh City
- Cs7: 16 Đường số 3, Phường 11, Quận 6, Ho Chi Minh City
- Cs8: 22 Đường số 3, Cityland Park Hills, Phường 10, Gò Vấp, Ho Chi Minh City
- Cs9: 3rd Floor, Thư Dung Plaza, 87 Nguyễn Văn Linh, Hải Châu, Da Nang
- Cs10: 2nd Floor, Gold Tower, 275 Nguyễn Trãi, Thanh Xuân, Hanoi
Hotline: 1800 969 639
Additionally, DOL offers the dol.vn self-learning platform for an engaging and cost-effective English learning experience: https://www.dol.vn/luyen-thi-ielts


