Ellinisti - Greek Language & Culture Tinos, Greece 
Panetiou Navarchou 10 - 84200 Tinos - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Activities include hiking in ancient paths, traditional festivals, concerts, visits to museums and artists workshops.
- Excellent rating of teaching quality4.9
- Top rated social activities4.6
- Top rated school facilities4.4
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 15% of students.
- Welcome dinner.
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- Optional language workshops.
What we dislike about the school
- An older average age per class than in other schools in the same city.
Location: Ellinisti - Greek Language & Culture is located on the historic Greek island of Tinos, in the Aegean Sea. This boutique school is housed on the outskirts of the town centre, close to the Tinos ferry port and surrounded by several eateries, car and scooter rentals, and attractions of social and cultural interest such as the Archaeological Museum of Tinos, the Holy Church of the Virgin Mary Evangelistria at Tinos, Agali Beach and more.
Course selection: Ellinisti Tinos provides courses for students from the age of 5 years throughout the year. Programmes for adults and children are available privately or in groups, depending on the demand and subject to availability.
Getting around: Car and scooter rentals are readily available on the island and are a great way to make sure that you have the freedom to explore all the island has to offer on your own time.
Social and cultural: Attractions and places of social and cultural interest on Tinos include the multiple bars, eateries, beaches and attractions such as the Holy Church of the Virgin Mary Evangelistria at Tinos, Kolimvithra Beach and more, are all within a 30-minute journey of the school via taxi, car or scooter.
Greek Courses
General Language
Intensive Course
This course tends to sell out quickly!20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€400€380 / week More
Intensive Course
This course tends to sell out quickly!
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€400€380 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 400 380 | 700 665 | 990 941 | 1,255 1,193 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 448 | 784 | 1,108 | 1,404 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
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: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 12:00 - 16:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Student reviews about "Intensive Course" at Ellinisti - Greek Language & Culture
Roland
"Very good, extremely helpful."
Lluisa
"It is more than likely that I will repeat."
Marjorie
"Excellent!"
Heidi
"Great."
Gert
"Good didactics with listening and speaking"
Roswitha
"Great"
Ineke
"We received an excellent book for beginners. It was a good thing that I had already learned the alphabet."
Additional information for all courses
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Basic Greek Course - PrivateThis course tends to sell out quickly!5 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€240€228 / week More
Basic Greek Course - Private
This course tends to sell out quickly!
5 lessons per week | 6 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€240€228 / week
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FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 240 228 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 269 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
A private 3 days course to learn to read and write basic Greek!
In this course you will learn the Greek alphabet and basic Greek expressions that you can use in real life with the locals.
On the last day of the course there will be an evening lesson-activity, where you'll practice what you have learnt in real life situations.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 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:
Morning: 9:00 - 11:00
Afternoon: 12:00 - 14:00 - Possible course durations
- 1 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Junior
Greek for children - Private Course (6 to 17 years old)10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€400€380 / week More
Greek for children - Private Course (6 to 17 years old)
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€400€380 / week
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 400 380 | 700 665 | 990 941 | 1,255 1,193 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 448 | 784 | 1,108 | 1,404 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 2 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: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 12:00 - 16:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 6 years
- Age range:
- 6 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for Ellinisti - Greek Language & Culture include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Welcome dinner
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
- INCLUDED Optional language workshops
Learning Greek while drinking wine.1/7
Wonderful landscape2/7
Kids course3/7
Learning Greek4/7
Tour after class5/7
In class!6/7
Little excursion7/7
Student opinions about Ellinisti - Greek Language & Culture, Tinos
4.8
Overall school rating of
Ellinisti - Greek Language & Culture, Tinos
Ellinisti - Greek Language & Culture, Tinos
18 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
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Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (1 rating)
Students 18-30 years (1 rating)
Students 31-49 years (2 ratings)
Students 50+ years (14 ratings)
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Roland
68 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“We had lessons together for the first two days, then individual lessons from the third day onwards, especially as I didn't get on so well with the learning method without phonetics for individual letters, words and whole sentences at first, as I was used to this from other foreign languages in previous years.
Makis and Maria then offered me individual lessons from the third day onwards. This allowed me to learn in a much more relaxed manner, and I made faster and better progress than in the days before.
Although I found it difficult to get started with Greek at first, by the end I was able to use a few simple, short phrases.
In the evenings, we all got together (with people from the other courses, some of which were running at the same time) in a lovely kafenion, which helped us get to know each other better.
On the evening of the first day, we were all able to watch how soap is made naturally.
All in all, it was a wonderful week! I'd love to come back!”
Makis and Maria then offered me individual lessons from the third day onwards. This allowed me to learn in a much more relaxed manner, and I made faster and better progress than in the days before.
Although I found it difficult to get started with Greek at first, by the end I was able to use a few simple, short phrases.
In the evenings, we all got together (with people from the other courses, some of which were running at the same time) in a lovely kafenion, which helped us get to know each other better.
On the evening of the first day, we were all able to watch how soap is made naturally.
All in all, it was a wonderful week! I'd love to come back!”
“The fact that I initially had to manage without phonetics was a big hurdle for me at the beginning.
Perhaps it would be helpful to inform the participants about the learning method without phonetics before the start of the course, then it would be easier to adjust and/or prepare beforehand.”
Perhaps it would be helpful to inform the participants about the learning method without phonetics before the start of the course, then it would be easier to adjust and/or prepare beforehand.”
Insider tip: “An excursion to Pirgos or Panormos.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Very good, extremely helpful.Other comments: The course was also perfectly organized in advance - highly recommended!
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 14. Oct. 2025 by Roland Clemens
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Koen
51 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I can summarize the whole experience as wonderful. Makis and Maria are first of all very nice people, but in addition they taught with a lot of passion. I can only recommend them!”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 13. Oct. 2025 by Koen Van Hoye
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Lluisa
63 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Their staff is their strongest point, both Makis and Maria are great professionals.”
“The truth is that I do not find any worthy of mention.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: It is more than likely that I will repeat.
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 29. Sep. 2025 by Lluisa Merino Montes
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Karin
64 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The concept and organisation of the school are very good. The warmth with which you are welcomed and accompanied throughout the week is also special. I can only recommend the school; for me, everything was perfect.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 23. Sep. 2025 by Karin Lichtenberger
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Beatriz
73 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teachers.”
“Some days we were mixed with students of different levels.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 22. Sep. 2025 by Beatriz Polo Bertomeu
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Marion
65 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Appropriate group composition (I was in a group of two with a very nice woman who had roughly the same language skills as me). Well-structured lessons: speaking, reading, listening. The workbook was well-organised, and our teacher Despina was fantastic... and we were fortified with coffee and biscuits during the breaks.”
“There is nothing to complain about! For me, another activity with the group would have been nice.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 10. Sep. 2025 by Marion Winkler
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Anna
40 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very positive instructor, in addition to being helpful, it was fun!”
“There are none.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 30. Jul. 2025 by Anna Ptitcyna
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Marjorie
45 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“I loved my week of lessons. The teacher is fun, patient and explains things very well. I made a lot of progress and remembered what he taught me.
You're made to feel very welcome, and the lessons are fun and amusing.”
You're made to feel very welcome, and the lessons are fun and amusing.”
“Maybe more cultural visits.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Excellent!Other comments: Great teachers, lovely and passionate about teaching.
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 29. Jul. 2025 by Marjorie Lac
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ngaia
8 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“People, friendliness and openness. My daughter absolutely loved going to class everyday.”
Details of the review
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Josephine
73 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Location. Teaching. Excursions.”
“Not keen on the textbook they used which was poorly set out and lacked an index making it difficult to relocate particular topics.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 5. Jul. 2025 by Josephine Eglin
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Heidi
64 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teacher was motivated and well prepared. She tailored the lessons to our lack of knowledge. We had a lot of fun.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Great.
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 1. Jul. 2025 by Heidi Hedinger
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Sandra
30 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Good treatment, very involved staff. Clean academy and pleasant environment.”
“A bit expensive. Being a small academy, it is difficult to fit a whole group in their corresponding level.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 6. Aug. 2024 by Sandra Pérez Ródenas
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Lluïsa
62 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Their teachers are their strong point: kindness, empathy and professionalism. They took any activity very seriously, something to be thankful for.”
“Actually, there is nothing I didn't like. In fact, I will try to come back.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 6. Aug. 2024 by Lluïsa Merino Montes
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Gert
74 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very committed teachers, interesting lessons”
“Perhaps even more conversation (listening and speaking)”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Good didactics with listening and speaking
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 22. Jul. 2024 by Gert Höffken
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Roswitha
58 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I had one-to-one lessons with Makis because there were no students of the same level at that time; it was exhausting but fun at all times; I learnt a lot and Makis knows how to motivate; the afternoon activities were also great and something special; I also experienced Maria as cheerful and positive; I would be happy to come back any time and a big thank you to both of them!”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Great
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 1. Jul. 2024 by Roswitha Stifter
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Brigitte
72 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teacher, Maria, was very approachable and took into account my level so that the lessons could be adapted to suit me. The walks offered and the information on Greek culture were also very interesting. I had a very good week and acquired the basics that I was lacking.”
“I don't have any negative aspects to say.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 9. Oct. 2023 by BRIGITTE DELPECH
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ineke
67 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Extremely nice people! Maria, the owner of the school, gave us good tips. The teacher, Despina, was professional and flexible, she adapted well to our skills and knowledge. The match with the fellow student was excellent, we matched each other well in terms of level.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: We received an excellent book for beginners. It was a good thing that I had already learned the alphabet.Other comments: I'll definitely go back there.
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 3. Oct. 2023 by Ineke Rienks
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Daniela
51 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“All. Friendliness, professionalism, loyal and very correct and punctual.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 25. Jul. 2023 by Daniela Heller
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
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Ellinisti - Greek Language & Culture
- Accreditations and Quality seals
National Organisation for the Certification of Qualifications & Vocational Guidance (EOPPEP)- Greek teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 50% male / 50% female
- Offer for returning students
- You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Ellinisti - Greek Language & Culture and you book here.
- Year of school foundation
- 2016
General school facilities
Fridge for student use
Library
Movie room
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Self-study areas
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Free parking
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
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
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Switzerland | 15% |
| France | 15% |
| Spain | 15% |
| Italy | 10% |
| Germany | 10% |
| England | 10% |
| Israel | 10% |
| USA | 10% |
| Netherlands | 5% |
| Sweden | 5% |
| Brazil | 2% |
| China | 1% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 5% |
| 18-24 years | 15% |
| 25-34 years | 25% |
| 35-50 years | 40% |
| >50 years | 15% |
- Average number of students
- Adult courses - In summer: 20Adult courses - Throughout the year: 20Junior courses - In summer: 1Junior courses - Throughout the year: 1
- Minimum age of students
- 18 years6 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 4Adult courses Throughout the year: 5Junior courses In summer: 2Junior courses Throughout the year: 1
- Average age of students
- In summer: 45 yearsThroughout the year: 45 years
Information for all courses offered by Ellinisti - Greek Language & Culture
- Lesson duration
- 50 minutes
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
- Comments about courses
The school offers lessons to small groups of students and the number of hours taught depends on the number of students participating. The normal size of a class in the summer is about 3 students and they have 4 hours of lessons every day. If there are 2 students of the same level, they have 3 hours of lessons every day and if there is one student, he/she has 2 hours of private lessons for the same fees. Basically in every case, the same number of pages are covered.
- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 35 €. 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 before the start of the course via email.
Lessons needed per Greek language level
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.
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Hiking, visits to museums, vineyards and traditional villages, tasting local dishes, workshops, movie nights.
Adults - Paid activities
- Photography lessons, surfing, cooking lessons, concerts, theatrical plays, yoga classes, water sports.
Junior - Free activities
- Hiking, visits to museums and board games.
Junior - Paid activities
- Not offered.
Questions and answers about Ellinisti - Greek Language & Culture
What happens if I book a course at Ellinisti School, Tinos, and there are not enough participants at my level?
“The normal size of a class of ours in the summer is about 3-4 students, and they have 4 hours of lessons every day. If there are 2 students of the same level, they have 3 hours of lessons every day, and if there is one student, he/she has 2 hours of private lessons. In any case, the student will make the same progress and will cover the same material.”
Maria, from Ellinisti - Oct 08, 2025
FAQ about Ellinisti - Greek Language & Culture, Tinos
The courses are aimed at French speakers?
“Courses are open to students of all nationalities.
However, we know that the languages spoken by the school staff include French, Greek and English. But we cannot guarantee this 100%.”
However, we know that the languages spoken by the school staff include French, Greek and English. But we cannot guarantee this 100%.”
Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 25, 2025
Do you have B2 level courses for me in the summer together with other participants?
“The school offers group courses from level A1 up to C2. We will be able to check availability for you if you tell us the dates. You are very welcome! ”
Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 25, 2024
Can the school also provide accommodation?
“We do not offer accommodation, but we give a small list with hotels for which we have received good feedback.
1. A nice and clean traditional hotel that offers special prices to Ellinisti students is Voreades.
2. Another hotel, with bigger rooms and kitchen facilities, but a bit out of Tinos Town (about 20'-30' walk) is Aigaio studios.
3. Tinion hotel is another option, and it is almost next to the school. It is clean and has good prices.
4. Venus Minimal Hotel is also nice and it offers breakfast as well.”
1. A nice and clean traditional hotel that offers special prices to Ellinisti students is Voreades.
2. Another hotel, with bigger rooms and kitchen facilities, but a bit out of Tinos Town (about 20'-30' walk) is Aigaio studios.
3. Tinion hotel is another option, and it is almost next to the school. It is clean and has good prices.
4. Venus Minimal Hotel is also nice and it offers breakfast as well.”
Maria, Administration from Ellinisti - Greek Language & Culture - Aug 25, 2023
Are social activities organised by the school ?
“On Tuesday and Thursday evenings, we organise cultural activities outside school, allowing you to practise spoken Greek outside the classroom.”
Maria, Administration from Ellinisti - Greek Language & Culture - Aug 25, 2023
Terms of Ellinisti - Greek Language & Culture
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 9:00
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Maria Siampani - Ellinisti | Tax registration ID: EL126899225
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
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
- No
- 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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This programme includes two evening cultural activities per week, where students will focus on listening and speaking practice.