Effies Greek Language School Chania (Crete), Greece
Ir. Politechniou 32 - 73131 Chania (Crete) - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
Location: The school is situated in a renovated residence in the Nea Chora area, in the west of the town of Chania. The beach of Nea Chora and the busy strip with the best fish taverns in town are nearby, and the centre of town is just a 10-minute walk away.
Getting around Crete: The Chania International Airport, the closest airport to Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great, is a 30-minute drive from the school. It is possible to travel around the island by bus, and all the major towns are well connected by a bus system. The Chania bus station is 15 minutes by foot from the school, and from here students can visit the surrounding areas.
Course structure: Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great offers both private and group courses for the students to learn the day to day use of the Greek language. The group classes come in a variety of lengths to accommodate the different schedules students may want during their stay. They have a specific course for those wanting to focus on reading and writing Greek.
Cultural courses: Greece has a fascinating history and a rich cultural heritage, and Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great has created courses that intertwine these elements into learning Greek.
School facilities: Along with the classrooms for learning, the school has a computer lab, a spacious kitchen with a fridge and facilities to make coffee.
School chain: Hellenic Language Schools are part of the Life Long Training Center 4E Education and training group. They currently have several schools in Greece, including on the Greek island of Crete. For over 45 years, the Hellenic Language Schools have been teaching Greek Language and Culture to non-natives.
Greek Courses
General Language
General Greek
20 lessons per week | 5 students (max)Offer!from€375€357 / week More
General Greek
20 lessons per week | 5 students (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 375 357 | 750 713 | 1,125 1,069 | 1,350 1,283 | 1,688 1,604 | 2,025 1,924 | 2,363 2,245 | 2,700 2,565 | 3,038 2,887 | 3,375 3,207 | 3,800 3,610 |
| Price in US$ | 417 | 834 | 1,250 | 1,500 | 1,876 | 2,250 | 2,625 | 3,000 | 3,375 | 3,750 | 4,222 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 04 May 2026, 02 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 28 Sep 2026, 26 Oct 2026, 23 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:10 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 5 / Average: 4
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
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Bildungsurlaub Programme30 lessons per week | 5 students (max)Offer!from€580€551 / week More
Bildungsurlaub Programme
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 |
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| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 580 551 | 1,170 1,112 |
| Price in US$ | 645 | 1,300 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 04 May 2026, 02 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 28 Sep 2026, 26 Oct 2026, 23 Nov 2026
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Read & Write Greek - Crash Course 6 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€200€190 / week More
Read & Write Greek - Crash Course
6 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
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| Weeks | 1 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 200 190 |
| Price in US$ | 223 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
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Evening Course4 lessons per week | 5 students (max)Offer!from€48€46 / week More
Evening Course
4 lessons per week | 5 students (max)
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| Weeks | 12 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 570 542 |
| Price in US$ | 634 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 16 Mar 2026, 02 Jun 2026, 19 Oct 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 0-1 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 17:00 - 19:30 - Possible course durations
- 12 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 5 / Average: 4
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
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Online
Online Individual Lessons10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€320€304 / week More
Online Individual Lessons
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 320 304 | 600 570 | 900 855 | 1,200 1,140 | 1,500 1,425 | 1,800 1,710 | 2,100 1,995 | 2,400 2,280 | 2,700 2,565 | 3,000 2,850 | 3,600 3,420 |
| Price in US$ | 356 | 667 | 1,000 | 1,334 | 1,667 | 2,000 | 2,333 | 2,667 | 3,000 | 3,333 | 4,000 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
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Private
Individual Lessons10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€420€399 / week More
Individual Lessons
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 420 399 | 720 684 | 1,080 1,026 | 1,440 1,368 | 1,800 1,710 | 2,160 2,052 | 2,520 2,394 | 2,880 2,736 | 3,240 3,078 | 3,600 3,420 | 4,320 4,104 |
| Price in US$ | 467 | 800 | 1,200 | 1,600 | 2,000 | 2,400 | 2,800 | 3,200 | 3,600 | 4,000 | 4,799 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
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Our prices for Effies Greek Language School include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
Chania!1/7
Hellenic shool building in Chania2/7
Class in Session3/7
Graduation!4/7
Old Town, Chania5/7
Hellenic Students exploring!6/7
Exploring!7/7
Effies Greek Language School
- Accreditations and Quality seals
Erasmus+- Greek teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Offer for returning students
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at Effies Greek Language School.
- Year of school foundation
- 2013
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Fridge for student use
Library
Student support desk
Printer for student use
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Free parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 3
- Number of public PC workstations: 4
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Germany | 50% |
| Switzerland | 20% |
| France | 10% |
| Italy | 5% |
| England | 5% |
| Spain | 3% |
| Sweden | 2% |
| Netherlands | 1% |
| Japan | 1% |
| Korea | 1% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 5% |
| 18-24 years | 20% |
| 25-34 years | 50% |
| 35-50 years | 20% |
| >50 years | 5% |
The average age outside summer is 5 years higher than in summer.
- Average number of students
- In summer: 10Throughout the year: 5
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 6Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
- Average age of students
- In summer: 30 yearsThroughout the year: 35 years
Information for all courses offered by Effies Greek Language School
- Lesson duration
- 50 minutes
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
- Comments about courses
Students can join the courses from 16 years old if accompanied by an adult. Otherwise, the minimum age for the courses is 18.
Every 2 weeks of Group courses include:- a museum visit.
- a Greek film presentation & screening visit.
- a meal in a traditional restaurant.
- 2 hours of seminars in Greek music, history, literature or Greek
Dance lessons.
- a museum visit.
- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 40 €. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 06 Jan 2026, 23 Feb 2026, 25 Mar 2026, 10 Apr 2026, 12 Apr 2026, 13 Apr 2026, 01 May 2026, 31 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 15 Aug 2026, 28 Oct 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 26 Dec 2026.School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per Greek language level
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Airport transfer
- Chania International Airport:
- €40 one way
€80 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- - Visit to a museum,
- Presentation about Greek culture and history,
- Dinner at a traditional tavern. Adults - Paid activities
- Greek Dances (one-to-one classes) EUR 40 per hour.
FAQ about Effies Greek Language School, Chania (Crete)
What is the best price for a course at Effies Greek Language School, Chania (Crete)?
“Greek courses at Effies Greek Language School start at 46 € for a Evening Course course with 4 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
Is airport pickup offered by Effies Greek Language School?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Chania International Airport (40 €)”
What is the number of students per class at Effies Greek Language School?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Effies Greek Language School varies from 1 (Read & Write Greek - Crash Course ) to 5 students (General Greek)”
Which countries are students of Effies Greek Language School from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Effies Greek Language School comes from Germany with a 50% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (20%) and France (10%).”
Effies Greek Language School offers courses for which ages?
“Effies Greek Language School offers courses from 16 years to 99. The average age is 30 during the summer and 35 the rest of the year.”
Terms of Effies Greek Language School
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:00
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Tax registration ID: GR136425469
Visa Documents
Nationals from Germany do not require a visa for travelling to Greece and attending a language course.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- Yes
- Free shipment via regular mail
- Yes
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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