Master prepositions in English with this free, step-by-step course from Simply IELTS. Small words like in, on, at, to and by appear in almost every sentence — and using them incorrectly is one of the most common reasons learners lose marks for grammatical accuracy, especially in the IELTS exam. This course fixes that, for good.

Organised by CEFR level (A1–C2), the course takes you from the most common everyday prepositions right through to the formal and academic prepositions that lift your writing to Band 7+. Every lesson includes clear examples, common-mistake tips, a custom illustration, and a quiz to lock in what you learn.

What will you learn in this course?

• Use in, on and at correctly for both place and time
• Describe position and movement with confidence — perfect for IELTS Writing Task 1 maps and processes
• Choose correctly between tricky pairs such as among vs between, since vs for, and despite vs in spite of
• Use formal prepositions like regarding, owing to and notwithstanding accurately in academic writing
• Avoid the most common preposition mistakes that cost you marks

How the course is structured

• Beginner (A1–A2): prepositions of place, movement, time, and everyday connectors
• Intermediate (B1–B2): position & comparison, paths, duration, and contrast & cause
• Advanced (C1–C2): formal/academic, logical/reference, and rare/literary prepositions

What will you achieve?

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

• Use English prepositions naturally and accurately in speaking and writing
• Recognise and correct the preposition errors examiners look for
• Apply the right preposition with confidence on IELTS test day
• Read formal and academic English with better understanding

Why learn prepositions with Simply IELTS?

• ✅ 100% free — no payment, no catch
• 🎯 Built for IELTS — every lesson connects grammar to real exam performance
• 📊 Level by level — learn at the right pace, from A1 to C2
• 📝 11 lessons & 11 quizzes — practise and test every topic
• 🖼️ Clear illustrations — see each preposition, don’t just read about it

Level: Beginner to Advanced (A1–C2) • Price: Free • Format: 11 lessons + 11 quizzes • By: Simply IELTS

Related courses & guides on Simply IELTS

• Prepositions that confuse IELTS test-takers — a quick reference for the trickiest pairs
• Free English Grammar Course (with certificate) — build your wider grammar foundation
• IELTS grammar: collocations for Band 7 — learn prepositions inside natural word partnerships
• IELTS Writing Task 1: map description & vocabulary — put place & movement prepositions to work
• IELTS English Speaking course — practise accurate prepositions when you speak

Frequently asked questions

Is this prepositions course really free?

Yes. The complete Prepositions in English course — all 11 lessons and quizzes — is 100% free from Simply IELTS. Just enrol and start learning.

How many prepositions will I learn?

The course covers the most useful English prepositions across three levels, from high-frequency words like in, on and at to advanced and formal prepositions such as notwithstanding and in lieu of.

Is this course good for IELTS preparation?

Absolutely. Every lesson links prepositions to IELTS Speaking and Writing, with tips on the errors that affect your Grammatical Range and Accuracy score.

Ready to start? Enrol for free and begin with Lesson 1: Prepositions of Place & Position.