What we like about the school
- Small class sizes
- Excellent rating of student apartments
- Hotel / Hostel accommodation very close to school
Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great
- 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.
- The language school Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great was founded in Chania (Crete), Greece in 2013.
- Address: 92, Selinou str., Nea Chora, Chania, Crete, 73134 - Chania (Crete), Greece (see on map)
- Legal name / parent company: British Hellenic Educational, S.A.
- Tax registration ID: EL136425469
- Covid-19 Status: School currently open
Covid-19 related security measures that are taken by Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great
GENERAL
We follow the instructions of our Ministry of Education concerning the operation of schools and those of our National Organization for Public Health concerning restaurants and other activities.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
- The building is disinfected before any new courses start.
- Cleaning of classrooms, WC, and other halls are made every day.
- WC’s are provided with liquid soap and paper towels.
- Antiseptic fluid is available at the entrance and in all classrooms.
- Gloves and masks are available at the entrance for everybody for free.
- Chlorine based detergents are available for the cleaning of the surfaces.
SAFETY IN THE CLASS ROOMS
- The capacity of all rooms has been decreased by 40%.
- The teacher stands 1.5 m far from the students.
- The students sit at a distance of 1.5 m from each other and in most classrooms look the same direction.
- The same is applicable during the breaks or any other communication with the staff.
- During the breaks, students are encouraged to stay out of the building in our small yard.
- When the air-conditioning is turned on in any of our classrooms, at least one window is open.
- The members of our staff wear a mask when obliged to approach closer to any student.
- Our students are permitted to wear masks if and when they feel they should.
OUT OF CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES
- Lectures and showing of films happen under the same precaution measures.
- Dining activity is organized so that we sit outdoors with a maximum of 6 people per table.
- Dancing lessons are avoided at present and start after July 1st.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
In case that any student, teacher or member of staff presents any symptoms of illness:
- They move in a specific room where masks, gloves, antiseptic fluid and a thermometer are available.
- Our staff call immediately a special emergency phone number (1135 line of The National Organization for Public Health) and ask for instructions.
Wherever we operate (Athens, Thessaloniki, Chania) but also all over Greece there are hospitals ready to treat any epidemic cases.
We follow the instructions of our Ministry of Education concerning the operation of schools and those of our National Organization for Public Health concerning restaurants and other activities.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
- The building is disinfected before any new courses start.
- Cleaning of classrooms, WC, and other halls are made every day.
- WC’s are provided with liquid soap and paper towels.
- Antiseptic fluid is available at the entrance and in all classrooms.
- Gloves and masks are available at the entrance for everybody for free.
- Chlorine based detergents are available for the cleaning of the surfaces.
SAFETY IN THE CLASS ROOMS
- The capacity of all rooms has been decreased by 40%.
- The teacher stands 1.5 m far from the students.
- The students sit at a distance of 1.5 m from each other and in most classrooms look the same direction.
- The same is applicable during the breaks or any other communication with the staff.
- During the breaks, students are encouraged to stay out of the building in our small yard.
- When the air-conditioning is turned on in any of our classrooms, at least one window is open.
- The members of our staff wear a mask when obliged to approach closer to any student.
- Our students are permitted to wear masks if and when they feel they should.
OUT OF CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES
- Lectures and showing of films happen under the same precaution measures.
- Dining activity is organized so that we sit outdoors with a maximum of 6 people per table.
- Dancing lessons are avoided at present and start after July 1st.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
In case that any student, teacher or member of staff presents any symptoms of illness:
- They move in a specific room where masks, gloves, antiseptic fluid and a thermometer are available.
- Our staff call immediately a special emergency phone number (1135 line of The National Organization for Public Health) and ask for instructions.
Wherever we operate (Athens, Thessaloniki, Chania) but also all over Greece there are hospitals ready to treat any epidemic cases.
Everything is operational as normal.
Accreditations and Quality seals
School Size:
Facilities
Kitchen for student use
Fridge for student use
Library
Movie room
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms:
2Number of public PC workstations:
1Our price includes
- 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
Course material:
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Average number of students
- Adult courses in summer: 10
- Adult courses throughout the year: 5
Average age of students
- in summer: 30 years
- throughout the year: 35 years
- Read our recommendations for students over 30.
Average number of levels
- Adult courses in summer: 6
- Adult courses throughout the year: 6
Minimum age of students
- 18 years
Greek teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree
- 80% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):
55
15
5
10
10
5
Optional airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Chania International Airport (CHQ).
Chania International Airport:40 € pick up
80 € return (both ways)
Days without class
In 2021 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01 Jan. 2021, 06 Jan. 2021, 02 Mar. 2021, 25 Mar. 2021, 17 Apr. 2021, 20 Apr. 2021, 01 May 2021, 08 Jun. 2021, 15 Aug. 2021, 28 Oct. 2021, 25 Dec. 2021, 26 Dec. 2021.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up
Greek Courses
General Language
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 355 338 | 710 675 | 1029 978 | 1276 1213 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 410 | 819 | 1186 | 1471 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
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 - 13:30
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 355 338 | 710 675 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 410 | 819 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
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 - 13:30
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Lessons per week: 20
| Max. group size: 5
287 € per week
(Based on the price of 12 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3621 3440 |
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4174 |
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 - 13:30
Morning: 9:30 - 13:30
Lessons per week: 20
| Max. group size: 5
364 € per week
(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | 850 808 | -- | 1530 1454 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | -- | 980 | -- | 1764 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This is a two week course consisting of 20 lessons of Greek each week, free Internet and library access, course material(books, phrase books, CD’s, photocopies), 2 museum visits, 2 walks in historical Athens (Acropolis, Ancient Athens, Athens Medieval, Modern Athens), a dinner in a traditional restaurant and a presentation about the Greek diet.
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
Morning: 9:30 - 13:10
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 400 380 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 461 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Lessons per week: 20
| Max. group size: 5
507 € per week
(Based on the price of 3 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | -- | 1600 1520 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | 1844 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This is a three week course consisting of 20 lessons of Greek, free Internet and library access, course material(books, phrase books, CD’s, photocopies), 2 museum visits, 2 walks in historical Athens (Acropolis, Ancient Athens, Athens Medieval, Modern Athens), a dinner in a traditional restaurant and a presentation about the Greek diet.
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
Morning: 9:30 - 13:10
Lessons per week: 4
| Max. group size: 5
38 € per week
(Based on the price of 10 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 400 380 | -- |
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 461 | -- |
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
Afternoon: 17:00 - 19:30
Private
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 340 323 | 680 646 | 1020 969 | 1360 1292 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 392 | 784 | 1176 | 1568 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This is a package of 10 private lessons per week.
Starting dates
Every Day.
Language Plus Activity
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 523 497 | 1046 994 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 603 | 1206 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course is 20 group Greek lessons and 4 private Greek dance lessons per week.
Starting dates
Every first Monday of month.
Lessons per week: 20
| Max. group size: 5
364 € per week
(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | 850 808 | -- | 1530 1454 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | -- | 980 | -- | 1764 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This 2 week course includes 20 hours of teaching plus 4 hours of extracurricular activities per week, free seminars for the Greek music, history, literature (2 hours), watching Greek films and discussion, 1 meal in a traditional restaurant, 1 visit to museum, free welcome and farewell material, free internet access and use of the Library, free educational material (books, phrase books, CD’s, photocopies)
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
Morning: 9:30 - 13:10
Specialty Courses
Lessons per week: 10
| Max. group size: 5
133 € per week
(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | -- | -- | 560 532 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | 646 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 280 266 | 560 532 | 840 798 | 1120 1064 | 1400 1330 | 1680 1596 | 1960 1862 | 2240 2128 | 2800 2660 | 3360 3192 | 280 266 |
| Price in US$ | 323 | 646 | 969 | 1291 | 1614 | 1937 | 2259 | 2582 | 3227 | 3873 | 323 |
Note: All courses offered by Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great, Chania (Crete) can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.
Lesson duration: 50 minutes
Individual classesSingle individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 38 €. 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.
Comments about courses:Every 2 weeks of Group courses include:
- a museum visit
- a meal in a traditional restaurant
- 2 hours of seminars in Greek music, history, literature or Greek Dance lessons
- a museum visit
- a meal in a traditional restaurant
- 2 hours of seminars in Greek music, history, literature or Greek Dance lessons
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Dancing | |
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Sample of activities for adults (PDF)
Reviews
4.0
Overall school rating
37 authentic reviews from students who reserved with usLocation of the school
4.7
Organisation
3.9
Facilities
3.3
Social activities
3.3
Course quality / Progress in language
4.1
Value for money
3.7
Accommodation
Homestay
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Shared Flat (apartment)
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Other
3.4
What students liked about Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great, Chania (Crete)
Stephanos27 years
“I liked how friendly and accommodating Effi and Eleni (apologies for misspellings) were. I liked Eleni's style of teaching - friendly yet focused. I like that this school exists! I really appreciated Effi's trip that she arranged to the Museum of Typology and how personable she was.”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Accommodation
Homestay
4.0
Other
4.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
4.0
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: It's not necessary to book private lessons. Even if there are not other students, you can still book the class lessons and they will accommodate to you. It's cheaper.
Other comments: 2 pieces of constructive feedback: 1) on the first day, outline to the student what you are going to focus on over the whole course (however long it is). This way, it is easier for the student to place what they are learning in a larger context. 2) get a textbook that has instructions in English, at least for the earlier levels. It is very difficult for me to complete the lessons without help from a Greek speaker.
Sandra33 years
“Meeting other people of different ages and nationalities with the same interest in the Greek language and country”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
3.0
Social activities
4.0
Accommodation
Hotel C1
4.0
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Try and meet the locals and socialise with other students as this is the way to learn the langauge
Other comments: Chania, Crete is a fab great little city with lots of caracter!
Mario
“First of all, my teacher Niki. Then, the atmosphere in the classroom.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Accommodation
Other
5.0
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: They must know that it's a hard but pleasant work to study here.
Other comments: Quite positive
Frédérique59 years
“The teacher, Effie, remarkable, extrimely friendly and competent”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Accommodation
Annika20 years
“I got breakfast every morning and the employees were very kind”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Accommodation
Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great Brochure (PDF)
Pricelist and dates 2020/2021
Prices (PDF)
- What is the best price for a course at Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great, Chania (Crete)?Greek courses at Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great start at 38 € for Evening Course course with 4 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- Is airport pickup offered by Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great?Yes. The school offers pickup from Chania International Airport (40 €)
- What is the number of students per class at Hellenic Alexander?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Hellenic Alexander varies from 1 students (Ancient Greek) to 5 students (General Greek - Extended Program)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great?100% of teachers at Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great hold a university degree. 80% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great from?The highest Nationality percentage at Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great comes from Germany with a 55% representation, followed by students from England (15%) and Holland (10%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great offers courses for which ages?Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great offers courses from 0 years to 99. Average age is 30 during the summer and 35 for the rest of the year.
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