Kiev Language School Ranking based on student ratings - 3 schools
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Russian course types in Kiev
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Private Russian courses
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General Russian courses
Universal Russian language courses allow students to move up the different Russian levels at a steady pace. With an array of options, students can pick the one that fits their schedule. -
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Russian exam preparation courses are available to help students to advance through the Russian levels and gain an official certificate on completion.- TORFL - Kiev (4)
Kiev ratings & opinions
How our students rated their experience in Kiev
What our students said about Kiev
I absolutely loved Kyiv. Everybody was really friendly and really easy to talk to. I didn't go shopping, so I can't really comment on that. As for public transport: everything is quite easy to reach by metro, but it's quite crowded (even though I was told that it's even worse outside the holiday period). There are loads of Uber drivers in Kyiv 24/7 though, so that's always an option as well (and still relatively cheap)!
Netherlands
Kiev is not a particularly beautiful city, but has improved greatly through the years, and does offer many things to see and do.
Very nice green city. Great transport network. If possible May / June when everything is green.
Germany
As a matter of principle, I live in Kiev and this means that my assessment is not neutral.
Ukraine
What school directors said about Kiev
If you want to live in a Russian-speaking community, then Kyiv will be perfect for you.
Most recent student reviews of language schools in Kiev
The part of the school I liked the most was my teacher Olga.
The organization was uncomplicated, clear and fast.
14 May 2019
Course: General Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 40 years
Range of related activities as well as the charm and helpfulness of staff.
23 January 2019
Course: Standard Group Course - 1 week
Student age: 54 years
Very professional teachers. Staff are very friendly. Location is perfect.
4 November 2018
Course: Standard Group Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 0 years
Simple, friendly atmosphere and good professors.
It's a great discount option for those seeking language study who are already familiar with the region. Not sure I would recommend it to a first time traveller, but worth the money compared to other schools.
30 October 2018
Course: General Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 49 years
Mikhail was very friendly and accommodating. We were advised on time about changes to schedule. The private lessons provided by the other teacher (Tatania) were very helpful and effective.
29 October 2018
Course: General Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 66 years
nothing
It was a terrible place, education was very bad, definitely do not leave the place of school instead of putting you in the worst place
13 August 2018
Course: General Course - 8 weeks
Student age: 20 years
A great teacher, An attentive administrative team
Very very good
25 June 2018
Course: Standard Group Course - 1 week
Student age: 61 years
The friendliness of the teachers
Too much nationalism, politics, brainwashing. I do a language course and not a political education course
23 April 2018
Course: Standard Group Course - 5 weeks
Student age: 50 years
Expertise in teaching and the dedication and quality of the teachers.
Good, friendly and very helpful staff.
20 February 2018
Course: General Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 70 years
Kiev is OK. I want to go back in summer, when everything is green and the days are longer. Location of school: OK Organization: bad. No secretariat, teacher in the constant stress, owner looks over from time to time. Equipment: Blackboard with chalk, other media not available or not used. Leisure activities: overpriced offers, or 1 x theater for the equivalent of 1 € in the farthest corner of the theater. Quality: Frontal teaching with a focus on textbook and panic if something took longer. Lesson content is spoken, written on the board, prompted to copy and at the same time! queried as knowledge. How does that work? No handouts! The amount of homework has prevented many recreational activities. Accommodation: A room with a very young couple with another subtenant. Cats. Little contact. For the same price you can rent your own apartment in Kiev.
For the lessons there was only some imaginary order in the English/Russian textbook as a goal. Language of instruction except Russian was English. Basic grammar for explanations was English grammar.
Conclusion: not recommended!
13 December 2017
Course: General Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 63 years
The school is situated in a nice neighbourhood with good restaurants.
30 August 2017
Course: General Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 33 years
The quality of the course: rapid progress.
Very good value for money
9 April 2017
Course: General Course - 3 weeks
Student age: 31 years
Fewer students per class as in a school in Moscow. Well structured course and very good teachers
3 April 2017
Course: General Course - 3 weeks
Student age: 0 years
It is a small school, which allows the teachers to respond to the strengths and weaknesses of the students. The content was very structured. The teacher, Olga, had a lot of patience and enthusiasm!
A sign at the entrance would be good. They are hard to find right away.
10 October 2016
Course: General Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 57 years
The teacher
It needs a real venue - I felt like we were grabbing rooms from someone else - and they were pretty unsavoury.
25 April 2016
Course: Standard Group Course - 1 week
Student age: 69 years
Good relationship between students and the teacher.
Groups should be a little bigger and each student's level taken into consideration.
20 July 2015
Course: General Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 52 years
quality of teaching and friendliness of staff
25 May 2015
Course: General Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 30 years
Information about Kiev
Key Facts about Kiev
- Student price index excluding rent:38* (62% cheaper than New York)
- Student price index including rent:30* (70% cheaper than New York)
- Price index food only:26* (74% cheaper than New York)
- Big Mac price (Ukraine average):
0.00 (57% cheaper than in USA)
- Residential voltage: 230 V
- Frequency: 50 Hz
Weather in Kiev
Events in Kiev
24 August 2023Independence Day in Kiev is not to be missed. Events include a massive military parade, a historical reenactment festival, an open-air festival featuring Ukrainian music, an art fair and an arts & crafts fair and the traditional Vyshyvanka (Embroidered Shirt) run.
What to do in Kiev
Arrival airports
Public transportation to city center:
Every 60 minutes, 10 minutes.
Main stops: Kiev-Volinskij, Kiev Pass
Taxi: 10 minutes drive to city center of Kiev
Public transportation to city center:
Every 30 minutes, 10 minutes.
Main stops: Airport Kyiv Zulyany, Starovokzalna
Every 240 minutes, 30 minutes.
Main stops: Kiev Boryspil International Airport, Kiev
Taxi: 30 minutes drive to city center of Kiev
FAQ about courses in Kiev
- What is the best language school for adults in Kiev?Kiev Language School has received the best overall rating in Kiev.Which Russian school in Kiev has the best location?Kiev Language School, located in Yaroslaviv Val Str, 14-V, office 28 has been voted as the school with the best location in Kiev.What are the costs of living in Kiev?The student price index in Kiev is 38.1. For details check the city's cost of living section.How did students rate Kiev compared to other cities?Students rated Kiev with 4.5 stars out of 5.What is the best airport to arrive to in Kiev?Best airport to arrive to in Kiev is Kyiv Zhuliany International (7.9 km from city center). Alternative airport: Kyiv Boryspil International (29.0 km). See information about all arrivals and airport information for Kiev.
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Didn't find what you are looking for?Interested in a specific type of course? See other 7 different Russian course types in Kiev.Interested in language travel to other cities? Have a look at Russian language schools in other cities in Ukraine such as Dnipro, Lviv, Odessa or see our list of all schools in Ukraine. You may also want to consult options outside Ukraine for learning Russian.
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