Our school operates from 09:00 to 20:00 on weekdays, excluding holidays and weekends. We offer lessons in three convenient time slots: Morning (09:30-14:00), Afternoon (14:00-17:00), and Evening (17:00-20:00).
Our spacious three-floor building provides a welcoming environment for students, with various amenities available. Students can make themselves at home by utilizing our well-equipped kitchen, complete with a fridge, coffee machine, boiler, and microwave.
Additionally, they have access to our library and empty classrooms for studying or completing homework. Complimentary WiFi is provided throughout the premises, and each floor is equipped with water coolers and recycle bins.
To enrich the student experience, we organize cultural activities three times a week after morning lessons, which are free for all students attending morning courses. The weekly schedule is communicated via email and displayed on announcement boards for easy reference.
POV: You are a new student starting Greek lessons for the morning classes
Upon arriving at our school in the heart of Athens, you will be greeted in a charming neoclassical building surrounded by a delightful yard adorned with flowers.
On your first day, we recommend arriving at 09:20. You will meet all the new students from all over the world and with any Greek language level.
This is when all new students, regardless of their Greek language level or country of origin, gather together for an introductory session. In our central classroom, we provide a comprehensive presentation about our school, the activities we offer, our neighborhood, and a warm welcome from our director.
You will receive a Welcome file, which includes city maps, transportation information, dining options, details about exhibitions, theaters, concerts, and possibly brochures for excursions and other activities.
Additionally, you will be given the required educational materials, such as the text book, a dictionary corresponding to the book’s vocabulary, and a phrase book in your language. If preferred, these materials can also be transferred digitally to your own USB stick.
While completing your enrollment form, some students, excluding beginners, may be asked to take a placement examination to determine their current language level.
Our after-class activities are an integral part of our programs, offering an enjoyable and enriching way to immerse yourself in Greek culture. These activities include cultural presentations, screenings of Greek films, museum visits, “eating out like a Greek” dinners, and Greek dance lessons.
An indicative two-week morning program in our School may include:
1ST WEEK
MONDAY 09.30 – 10.20: Welcome – placement test
LANGUAGE LESSONS ACTIVITIES
MONDAY 10.30 – 14.10
TUESDAY 09.30 – 13.10 13.30 – 15.10: Cultural Presentation
WEDNESDAY 09.30 – 13.10
THURSDAY 09.30 – 13.10 13.30 – 15.30: Visit to museum
FRIDAY 09.30 – 13.10 13.20 – 14.10: Greek Dance Lesson
2ND WEEK LESSONS ACTIVITIES
MONDAY 09.30 – 13.10
TUESDAY 09.30 – 13.10 13.30 – 16.10: Greek film & discussion
WEDNESDAY 09.30 – 13.10
THURSDAY 09.30 – 13.10 20.30 – 23.30: Eating out like a Greek
FRIDAY 09.30 – 13.10 13.20 – 14.10: Greek Dance Lesson
At the same time, there are other activities, which may be suggested or provided with an additional charge and include:
On your last day at school
At the conclusion of the program, you will have the option to take a final examination to assess your knowledge and progress. Upon successful completion of the exam, you will be awarded a Certificate of Progress. Alternatively, if you choose not to take the exam, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance.
We value continuous improvement and greatly appreciate your feedback on your overall experience. There are several ways to provide feedback, including completing an evaluation form, writing a brief text (which can include 1-2 photographs), or recording a short video.
Before your departure, you will have a final meeting with our director, who will provide guidance on post-program activities and present you with a small gift in accordance with the ancient Greek tradition.
Our school in Chania operates in a beautiful new location in the heart of the city, offering students a warm, inspiring, and authentic environment to study Greek in Crete.
As of March 1, 2026, all lessons take place in our new premises at:
32 Iroon Polytechniou Street, Chania
The school operates from 09:00 to 20:00 on weekdays, excluding holidays and weekends. We offer lessons in three convenient time slots:
Our new home is a listed neoclassical building that combines historical character with modern educational facilities. The building hosts the Zachariou Foreign Languages Center, an established educational institution with more than 40 years of experience.
Students enjoy a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere with:
The building quickly became a lively meeting point for our international students, who often gather outside before lessons, relax together after class, and practice Greek naturally throughout the day.
To enrich the student experience, we organize cultural activities several times per week after morning lessons, free for students attending morning programs. The weekly schedule is communicated via email and displayed at the school.
Upon arriving at our school in Chania, you will immediately feel the vibrant atmosphere of the city. The school is located on Iroon Polytechniou Street, one of Chania’s central avenues connecting the Court House Square area with the waterfront and the Old Town.
On your first day, we recommend arriving at 09:20. You will meet new students from all over the world and from different Greek language levels.
All new students gather together for an introductory session where we present:
You will receive a Welcome File containing:
Additionally, you will receive the necessary educational materials, including:
Students who already have some knowledge of Greek may also complete a placement test to determine the most suitable class level.
Life at school in Chania is about much more than grammar and vocabulary. Our students become part of an international community while experiencing authentic Cretan culture and everyday Greek life.
Our after-class activities are an important part of the program and may include:
Thanks to the school’s central location, students can easily continue practicing Greek after class in cafés, markets, tavernas, and local neighborhoods.
MONDAY
09:30 – 10:20: Welcome & Placement Test
| LANGUAGE LESSONS | ACTIVITIES |
|---|---|
| Monday 10:30 – 14:10 | |
| Tuesday 09:30 – 13:10 | 13:30 – 15:10: Cultural Presentation |
| Wednesday 09:30 – 13:10 | |
| Thursday 09:30 – 13:10 | 13:30 – 15:30: Visit to Museum or Old Town |
| Friday 09:30 – 13:10 | 13:20 – 14:10: Greek Dance Lesson |
| LESSONS | ACTIVITIES |
|---|---|
| Monday 09:30 – 13:10 | |
| Tuesday 09:30 – 13:10 | 13:30 – 16:10: Greek Film & Discussion |
| Wednesday 09:30 – 13:10 | |
| Thursday 09:30 – 13:10 | 20:30 – 23:30: Eating Out Like a Greek |
| Friday 09:30 – 13:10 | 13:20 – 14:10: Greek Dance Lesson |
Additional activities may also be suggested with an extra charge, including:
At the conclusion of your program, you may choose to take a final examination to assess your progress. Students who complete the examination successfully receive a Certificate of Progress, while students who prefer not to take the exam receive a Certificate of Attendance.
We greatly value student feedback and continuously work to improve the experience we offer. Students may share feedback through evaluation forms, short written testimonials, photographs, or videos.
Before departure, students also have a final meeting with our team and often continue staying in touch with the friendships and connections they created during their time in Chania.
Our school operates from 09:00 to 20:00 on weekdays, excluding holidays and weekends. We offer lessons in three convenient time slots: Morning (09:30-14:00), Afternoon (14:00-17:00), and Evening (17:00-20:00).
Our building provides a welcoming environment for students. Students can make themselves at home by utilizing our well-equipped kitchen, complete with a fridge, coffee machine, boiler.
Complimentary WiFi is provided throughout the premises, and the School is equipped with water cooler and recycle bins.
To enrich the student experience, we organize cultural activities three times a week after morning lessons, which are free for all students attending morning courses. The weekly schedule is communicated via email and displayed on announcement boards for easy reference.
POV: You are a new student starting Greek lessons for the morning classes
Upon arriving at our School in Thessaloniki, you will be greeted in a traditional building of Ano Poli, the Upper City.
On your first day, we recommend arriving at 09:20. You will meet all the new students from all over the world and with any Greek language level.
This is when all new students, regardless of their Greek language level or country of origin, gather together for an introductory session. In our central classroom, we provide a comprehensive presentation about our school, the activities we offer, our neighborhood, and a warm welcome from all our team.
You will receive a Welcome file, which includes city maps, transportation information, dining options, details about exhibitions, theaters, concerts, and possibly brochures for excursions and other activities.
Additionally, you will be given the required educational materials, such as the text book, a dictionary corresponding to the book’s vocabulary, and a phrase book in your language.
While completing your enrollment form, some students, excluding beginners, may be asked to take a placement examination to determine their current language level.
Our after-class activities are an integral part of our programs, offering an enjoyable and enriching way to immerse yourself in Greek culture. These activities include cultural presentations, screenings of Greek films, museum visits, “eating out like a Greek” dinners, and Greek dance lessons.
An indicative two-week morning program in our School may include:
1ST WEEK
MONDAY 09.30 – 10.20: Welcome – placement test
LANGUAGE LESSONS ACTIVITIES
MONDAY 10.30 – 14.10
TUESDAY 09.30 – 13.10 13.30 – 15.10: Cultural Presentation
WEDNESDAY 09.30 – 13.10
THURSDAY 09.30 – 13.10 13.30 – 15.30: Visit to museum
FRIDAY 09.30 – 13.10 13.20 – 14.10: Greek Dance Lesson
2ND WEEK LESSONS ACTIVITIES
MONDAY 09.30 – 13.10
TUESDAY 09.30 – 13.10 13.30 – 16.10: Greek film & discussion
WEDNESDAY 09.30 – 13.10
THURSDAY 09.30 – 13.10 20.30 – 23.30: Eating out like a Greek
FRIDAY 09.30 – 13.10 13.20 – 14.10: Greek Dance Lesson
On your last day at school
At the conclusion of the program, you will have the option to take a final examination to assess your knowledge and progress. Upon successful completion of the exam, you will be awarded a Certificate of Progress. Alternatively, if you choose not to take the exam, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance.
We value continuous improvement and greatly appreciate your feedback on your overall experience. There are several ways to provide feedback, including completing an evaluation form, writing a brief text (which can include 1-2 photographs), or recording a short video.
