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English Grammar Exercises and Lessons for ESL Learners

This section collects English grammar exercises and short lessons organised by CEFR level — from beginner (A1) up to advanced (C1). Each task focuses on one grammar point, comes with clear instructions and an answer key, and can be used in class, set as homework or worked through on your own.

What's covered

You'll find practice on all core grammar areas: tenses (present simple, present continuous, past simple, present perfect, future forms), articles, prepositions, modal verbs, comparatives and superlatives, conditionals, passive voice, reported speech, relative clauses and question formation. Most exercises mix fill-in-the-blank, multiple choice and short writing tasks so students get to recognise the structure and produce it in the same lesson.

For ESL teachers

Materials are sorted by CEFR level, which makes it easy to match a task to a coursebook unit or a placement test result. Use the printable worksheets for in-class practice, send the answer keys to teaching assistants, or pull individual exercises into your own lesson plans. Tasks are short enough to fit a 10-minute warm-up and focused enough to use for targeted error correction. For exam-track classes, you can also combine them with IELTS preparation materials in the same lesson.

For self-study learners

If you're studying on your own, start at the level that matches your last test result and work through the tasks in order. The answer keys let you check yourself without a teacher, and the short format means you can do a few exercises a day instead of one long session. Pair grammar practice with short reading tasks and listening exercises to lock in the structures in real context. New topics and levels are added regularly, so check back as you progress.

Frequently Asked Questions

What CEFR level should I start with?

Start at the level that matches your most recent placement test or coursebook. If you've never tested, A1 is the safe starting point for beginners, A2 if you know basic tenses and everyday vocabulary, B1 if you can hold a simple conversation, and B2 if you read English news comfortably. You can always move up or down a level after a few exercises.

Are the grammar exercises free?

Yes. All grammar exercises and lessons on this page are free to use for students, teachers and homeschoolers. No registration is required to open and complete the tasks, and answer keys are included so you can check yourself or your students without a paid account.

Can I use these worksheets in my classroom?

Yes, the worksheets are designed for ESL classroom use. You can print them, share them on screen during online lessons, or send them as homework. Each task is short enough to fit a 10-minute warm-up and focused on one grammar point, which makes them easy to combine with any coursebook.

What grammar topics are covered?

The exercises cover all core English grammar areas: tenses (present simple, present continuous, past simple, present perfect, future forms), articles, prepositions, modal verbs, comparatives and superlatives, conditionals, passive voice, reported speech, relative clauses and question formation. Each topic is sorted by CEFR level.

How are the exercises different from a textbook?

Each exercise focuses on one grammar point at a time, which makes it easier to target specific weaknesses than a full textbook unit. Tasks mix recognition formats (multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank) with short production tasks, so students both notice the structure and produce it in the same short session.