Greek in Greece. Greek Language School in Larissa, Greece.

Greek Language School in Larissa, Greece:

Study Greek and Enjoy Greece! Our Greek Language School in Larissa is conveniently located in the center, with easy access to any place in the city. Our facilities offer comfortably furnished and well-equipped classrooms and Computer Lab. We also offer prompt access to phone and fax services, as well as e-mail and the Internet.

All our instructors are graduates of Greek Universities and hold not only a BA in Greek Language and Literature, but have also done post graduate work in the teaching of Greek as a foreign language.

The School was established and has been operating in Larissa - Central Greece - since 1970. We offer the following Greek Language courses: private Greek language instruction, mini-group Modern Greek language instruction (up to four students in the class), Greek immersion courses, Executive courses, unique summer Holiday Greek language and culture programs. These summer programs are held by the sea at the foot of Mount Olympus, a splendid combination of holidays and studies under the Greek sun.

Larissa, the capital of Thessaly, lies atop a site that has been inhabited since the tenth millennium before Christ. A major commercial and industrial center, Larissa sits in the middle of the plain of Thessaly, a few kilometers off the Athens-Thessaloniki National Road. Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine, died here. The Pinios River flowing through the town and the old mansions with their spacious courtyards and luxuriant gardens give Larissa a charm all its own.

City of art and culture, Larissa has been home to many Grand Masters: Toulouse-Lautrec, Modigliani, Utrillo, Dufy, Renoir, Chagall, Matisse - all succombed to the charm and elegance of the city. A source of inspiration and venue for personal achievement, today Larissa offers 19 internationally renowened Museums and a year-round programme of entertainment at the Opera, the Theatre, the new concert-hall Nikaia or on the stage at Larissa Acropolis.

10 Good Reasons to Study Greek in Central Greece

Quality: We are a small, high-quality school dedicated to providing an outstanding study abroad experience to each and every one of our students.

Experience: The School has been providing world-class language training for nearly three decades. Our staff of professionals has years of experience teaching Greek as a foreign language.

Location: Larissa, the capital of Thessaly, is among the most beautiful cities in Greece. Larissa's relaxed atmosphere, beautiful beaches of Central Greece, and friendly people make this city and Central Greece an unforgettable experience you can't miss.

Facilities: We have all modern, world-class facilities located in safe and attractive area of the city. You can expect a warm and friendly atmosphere along with professional service at our school.

Methodology: Our time-tested and dynamic method emphasizes conversation, and also incorporates our unique use of computers in the classrooms that greatly enhances the development of the student's oral comprehension, vocabulary, and use of proper sentence structure.

Small Class Size: We know how important it is to use a language that one is learning. That is why we limit our class size to no more than four students in winter courses and 8 in summer, in order to maximize student participation

Excursions: You will study not only Modern Greek, but also Ancient Greek History and Greek Mythology. There are also optional excursions to the historical and archaeological sites of Central Greece.

World Renown Textbook of Modern Greek: Greek Grammar for Non-native speakers has been written by S. Miliou & K. Piperis (the School's Director of Studies) especially to meet the requirements of the Non-native speaker. It is intended for students with no previous knowledge of either written or spoken Greek.

Courses and Levels: To meet the needs, expectations and budgets of our students, we offer a wide range of courses at all levels, from those for complete beginners to those for advanced language teachers wishing to perfect their knowledge of Modern Greek and use of the language they teach.

Cultural Activities: Our programs include tutoring in Greek traditional dances, evenings with Greek food and wine, musical events and other activities,in which all students participate.