Reviews of ProBa Educational Centre, St. Petersburg, Russia
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Average Rating
4.2
Overall rating
ProBa Educational Centre, St. Petersburg, Russia
ProBa Educational Centre, St. Petersburg, Russia
Based on 73 reviews of former students of ProBa Educational Centre
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Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (3 ratings)
Students 18-30 years (19 ratings)
Students 31-49 years (22 ratings)
Students 50+ years (19 ratings)
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Individual Reviews
ProBa Educational Centre
11. Nov. 2019
Esther (53 years) 
Course: Mini Group - 2 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The lessons, shuttle service good idea."
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Quality of teaching / language progress
"Natalia is an excellent teacher. With temperament and enthusiasm and a certain severity, she was able to inspire us for the lessons. Thank you and best regards."
Accommodation
"Great family! I appreciated them very much. Everything was fine. We have learned a lot from each other."
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27. Aug. 2019
Corinne (60 years) France Course: Mini Group - 1 week
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Excellent school"
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Other comments
"To recommend without hesitation ! Everything was exactly the same as the descriptions no bad surprise"
City/place
"Magic city, I would have liked to extend my stay!"
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Anastasia is an excellent teacher the director speaks French which is a plus"
Accommodation
"Tatiana speaks English. She is an excellent cook (fresh products ..) the apartment is very clean in a lively area and easy to access near the metro at a school stop"
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12. Jul. 2019
Veit (57 years) Germany Course: Mini Group - 2 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Uncomplicated.
Practice.
Good teachers."
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City/place
"Great, I think we'll come back!"
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Mini groups because the five classrooms (one of them with air conditioned) are not that big. But that is pleasant and keeps the school familiar."
Accommodation
"Because of new laws, we were housed in host families."
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5. Sep. 2018
Doris (46 years) Course: Mini Group - 1 week
Course: Mini Group - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The commitment of the teacher, she also met with us privately."
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Other comments
"On the didactic side, I very much would have wanted more (very simple) monolingualism. Sometimes the teacher's English was not enough to make things clear to me. I would rather have started with expressions of daily life, so that I could communicate at least a bit. Maybe the school will also rethink its course material in this regard."
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15. Aug. 2018
Boris (54 years) Course: Mini Group - 2 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The lecturers were very professional and well prepared. A lot of teaching material."
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Other comments
"Very good communication and care from the school."
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Shared Student Flat
4. Aug. 2018
Alexandre (33 years) 
Course: Mini Group - 1 week
Course: Mini Group - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"- There was no evaluation of entry and exit contrary to the promise of the flyer. Just a grammar test on the 2nd day. -In 1 week, during 1 day they put the levels A2, B1, B2 together in other words a day lost for everyone -No written exercises -Written exercises not adapted to the A2 level -No correction during speaking time-The only positive point: grammar exercises that are correct"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"The visit of the city of course"
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Other comments
"I would recommend another school, for the moment the pedagogy in this school comes 2nd. They are just interested in cashing your money. The manager of this school does not seem to have a love for language learning, it's a pity."
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9. Jul. 2018
Kerstin (49 years) Course: Individual Intensive - 2 weeks
Course: Individual Intensive - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Individual language level; warm, open atmosphere; small group."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"If you already know the language a bit, do not hesitate to explore the city on your own! There is so much to discover and the people are very helpful in trying to use their language."
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"Personal relationship with students, very friendly welcome and hearty farewell."
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2. Mar. 2018
Auli (70 years) Sweden Course: Mini Group - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"My sympathetic, competent teacher Alexandra. She is the best lanuage teacher I ever had. Outstanding!!! I admire her motivation and dedication. She can adapt teaching strategy to the student's need. I was on primary level, got good start of language during my 2 weeks. I will definitely go back and continue studying."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Start on the elementary level (like I did). Learn the Russian alphabet in advance, before the school starts. It is a big help and makes the beginning easier."
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"The school is well organized. Courses starting on each Monday, any level and for any age. Exellent location and on a nice street. Helpful and friendly staff. Also, my homestay wuth a lovely person, Anastasia, was ideal. I can give my best recommendations."
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26. Feb. 2018
Manja (31 years) Course: Individual Intensive - 2 weeks
Course: Individual Intensive - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Family handling"
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Student Hostel
14. Nov. 2017
Sem (18 years) Netherlands Course: Mini Group - 4 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The staff was friendly and always willing to help, the lessons were interesting and entertaining at the same time."
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Shared Student Flat
6. Sep. 2017
Julen (18 years) Spain Course: Mini Group - 3 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The school is small, as well as the groups, which makes it very easy to speak and practice the language and to socialize."
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13. Feb. 2017
Yasuko (53 years) Kazakhstan Course: Mini Group - 2 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Availability of classes during holiday seasons"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Be careful of pickpockets."
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Other comments
"I wouldn't hesitate in recommending friends."
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6. Sep. 2016
Julien (21 years) Course: Mini Group - 3 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 3 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The quality of education, the teachers' sympathy"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Do not hesitate to ask for another group when the level is not adapted"
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Other comments
"The coffee offered at each break was great :)"
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Shared Student Flat
30. Aug. 2016
Sophia Sweden Course: Mini Group - 1 week
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Teaching method"
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26. Aug. 2016
Regine (52 years) Course: Mini Group - 3 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 3 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The enthusiasm of the teachers for their jobs, their professionalism, the variety in the teachings between grammar with new learning units and free conversations/discussions. We always spoke in Russian, only if it was very hard to follow or with new vocabulary we switched to English. Even difficult topics were adressed with humorous text, which were also used as basis for discussion. The atmosphere for learning in the group and with the teacher (Ira) was great."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Participate in the offered leisure activities of the school (in Russian) - that few took place was due to a lack of participants. However, the city also offers so many ways to do something in excursions, churches and museum visits, there is something for every taste. To stay with a host family has a great advantage: you personally learn a lot more about the country and people, and can use what you have learned in class."
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Other comments
"There was a very good atmosphere at the school, even among students of different groups. An advantage was - what first seemed a bit crowded - that all students got in contact in the hallway during the break. That made the school very familial. The administrators were cheerful, friendly and helpful."
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22. Aug. 2016
Roberta (50 years) 
Course: Mini Group - 2 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Flexibility and availability"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"It's better to ask to do a level test on the first day"
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Other comments
"Small and very active school"
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4. Apr. 2016
Sergio (42 years) 
Course: Mini Group - 1 week
Course: Mini Group - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Good atmosphere, good staff and a good teacher."
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22. Jul. 2015
Dusica (52 years) Italy Course: Mini Group - 3 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Teachers"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Do not pay the whole amount before arrival. Visit the town walking on its roofs. Don't miss Yosupovski Palace and Marinskij Theater."
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Other comments
"They should improve the accommodations. The classrooms are definitely too small for all the students, at least in the summer period. The teachers are great though. I especially appreciated Sveta Alexandrova and Katia."
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8. Dec. 2014
Dörte (36 years) Course: Mini Group - 4 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 4 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The teachers (especially Katia) are very professional and very friendly. The groups are small, so everyone gets to speak often."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"If you want to improve quickly, I recommend you combine group and private lessons."
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Other comments
"Provide activities / tours for students"
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3. Mar. 2014
Tomasz (32 years) 
Course: Mini Group - 4 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 4 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Professionalism"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Dwell in the family"
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20. Dec. 2013
Kohki (22 years) 
Course: Mini Group - 12 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 12 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The program was not only high-quality but also more fun than I expected."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"I think that the more seriously you tackle the language learning, the more rewards you get.
You can join the school activities as you want."
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6. Nov. 2013
Terry (25 years) Luxembourg Course: Mini Group - 3 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The professor"
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5. Nov. 2013
Mojca (29 years) Slovenia Course: Mini Group - 2 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"They are very nice and the teacher was very good."
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15. Oct. 2013
Renato (54 years) Course: Individual Standard - 4 weeks
Course: Individual Standard - 4 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The way of teaching, tailored in my case very specific to me, well structured, a great compliment to the teacher Stanislav"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"When the school offers excursions, take part. Our teacher Stanislav also very well informed about the history."
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Other comments
"Offer more excursions. Unfortunately there was only one excursion to Novgorod during my short four weeks stay. Was very interesting. For a fee, the school should offer students who can show you the city/neighborhood."
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5. Aug. 2013
Alessandra (44 years) Course: Individual Standard - 4 weeks
Course: Individual Standard - 4 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The professionalism and the preparation of teachers"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"If you have a good grammar in your native language, it's better to take it as a support"
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"A good school where is really good also the human relationship with all employees, who are very kind and helpful"
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5. Dec. 2012
Charlotte (77 years) Course: Individual Standard - 4 weeks
Course: Individual Standard - 4 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"My teacher Stanislav is excellent and the other teachers have been praised by fellow students too. Stanislav is proficient in many languages like me so we had very lively and interesting lessons also about grammatical language comparison. He talked to me exclusively in Russian, although I still struggle with my speaking it was a very good exercise. I now have access to an entirely new language. Also cultural and political issues were raised in the conversations. Stanislav has written a teaching tool,with whom I worked too which was outstanding."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"They should send photos of the property and be sure to agree on the information regarding the family."
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Other comments
"Classrooms functional, comfortable, bright, quiet, the operators of the school very pleasant, helpful. Also, the location of the school is very good. It is near Schulraeume. It has plenty of restaurants, shopping just a step away from the underground.. There is a fitness center within walking distance."
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21. Nov. 2012
Simone (32 years) Course: Mini Group - 2 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"School hours, teachers and staff availability, warm and inviting atmosphere."
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Shared Student Flat
27. Aug. 2012
Catuscia (42 years) Course: Mini Group - 10 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 10 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"High level teaching method of the teachers, the excellent organization for the school program and for the excursions, the comfortable surroundings."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"I recommend this school"
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Other comments
"A very good experience that I hope to repeat soon as possible"
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Homestay Executive
23. Aug. 2011
Edoardo (25 years) Course: Mini Group - 3 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 3 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
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Positive aspects of school
"Maximum availability of the entire staff of the school... The professionalism in teaching hours."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"I suggest you stay in the center thus avoiding problems with the closure of the bridges in St. Petersburg."
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Other comments
"The accommodation at the University of Economics and Finance is cute, but you can not bring any guests... it's a serious flaw..."
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15. Aug. 2011
Ilona (29 years) Course: Mini Group - 2 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The nice students"
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Other comments
"The school should honestly inform their students about the conditions of their accommodation. A lot of people had problems with the accommodations. This situation should improve, if the school wants to get better evaluations."
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19. Nov. 2010
Jose Miguel (37 years) Course: Mini Group - 2 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"KIND TREATMENT AND QUALITY OF EDUCATION"
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12. Jul. 2010
Ghislaine (74 years) Course: Mini Group - 3 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 3 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The education style."
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30. Oct. 2009
Christine (44 years) Course: Mini Group - 3 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 3 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Familial"
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Response from school
"The school changes the program and accommodation on the student's request. Upon arrival each student get printed information about accommodation and study. Our notes should help you to avoid some of the problems or misunderstandings while staying in St.Petersburg and living among Russians. We would like to point out that due to a very different culture and simple problems of communication, misunderstanding are almost sure to occur. There is nothing extraordinary. However, you should try to find the right balance between demanding too much and too little."
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22. May. 2009
Guus (58 years) 
Course: Mini Group - 2 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The teacher"
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Other comments
"If you want to have a good night rest never book their student hostel"
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6. Jan. 2009
Maren (50 years) Course: Mini Group - 1 week
Course: Mini Group - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Familiar atmosphere, qualified teachers, courses well adapted to the individual state of knowledge"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"City tour, museums"
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Response from school
"Thank you, Maren and welcome for the next course! We are glad to see you again next year!"
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29. Dec. 2008
Karl-heinz (36 years) Course: Individual Intensive - 2 weeks
Course: Individual Intensive - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Small, very friendly staff, excellent learning atmosphere in the heart of St. Petersburg (5 minutes to Nevski Prospect)"
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Other comments
"Teachers are excellent and qualified! They manage perfectly to understand and adjust to the level of the learner and push him forward."
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23. Oct. 2008
Molinari (24 years) Italy Course: Mini Group - 4 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Teachers"
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Homestay
12. Dec. 2007
Myriam (23 years) Course: Mini Group - 13 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 13 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Teaching, general atmosphere"
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Homestay Executive
20. Aug. 2007
Jens (40 years) Course: Mini Group - 4 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 4 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The family-like atmosphere at the school"
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Other comments
"The premises are newly refurbished but quite small.
I really liked the lessons and teachers. Staff in general was very helpful.
I will go there again."
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Homestay Executive
22. Jul. 2007
Michael (38 years) Course: Mini Group - 2 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Nice team"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"White nights"
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13. Jul. 2007
Corinne (52 years) Course: Mini Group - 2 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Quality teaching and instructional materials"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Troitsky Most cafe just along the road - great vegetarian Russian dishes"
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Other comments
"I would like to go there again, and take my Russian students"
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Homestay Executive
28. Dec. 2006
Ezio (36 years) Course: Mini Group - 3 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 3 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Teacher"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Payment by cash for the school tuition"
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Other comments
"A very good staff"
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22. Nov. 2006
Ewald (47 years) Course: Mini Group - 2 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The nice classrooms"
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28. Oct. 2006
Felix (26 years) Germany Course: Mini Group - 4 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Intensive class and good teacher"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Go to a Russian banya at least once!"
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Homestay Executive
27. Jul. 2006
Emily (56 years) Course: Live and Study in Teacher's Home - 2 weeks
Course: Live and Study in Teacher's Home - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"I lived with my teacher - she and her family were wonderful."
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Homestay Executive
6. Jul. 2006
Claudia (36 years) Course: \'White Nights of St. Petersburg 2007\' Course - 2 weeks
Course: \'White Nights of St. Petersburg 2007\' Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"I did language courses before but I've never met teachers who are so committed to the progress of their students, for example nearly daily we were at school longer then the official schedule. great combination of practical grammar, application of it and lots of talking. highly recommendable methods."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Enquire at school about the possibility of obtaining a student ticket or card that gives you great discounts to museum, for example free entrance to hermitage which is not to be missed for any reason."
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"Organization of social activities can be a bit chaotic and last minute."
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Homestay Executive
19. Dec. 2005
Ewald Course: Mini Group - 2 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The place in the centre of the town and the nice teachers."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Museum, theatre, social live."
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Other comments
"More excursions and theatre visits"
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4. Nov. 2004
Gary (37 years) Usa Course: One-to-One
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Positive aspects of school
"Ability to tailor programs"
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Other comments
"Very courteous staff"
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2. Sep. 2004
Miho Course: Standard
Course: StandardOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Quiet surroudings around the school"
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Other comments
"During my stay, there were few students. So the lessons I took was man-to-man. For the beginners like me, it's really much of a help."
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23. Mar. 2004
Vera (45 years) Germany Course: Super Intensive (+35h)
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Positive aspects of school
"Good and engaged teachers"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Say very clearly and loud, what and how they want to study"
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25. Sep. 2003
Veronika (24 years) Schweiz Course: One-to-One
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"I met nice students."
Negative aspects
"That we had to bring the money for our host family ourselves every week."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"You must go to the soldiers' cemetery and to the ballet!"
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12. Jun. 2003
Mat (28 years) Germany Course: Standard
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"VERY nice staff"
Negative aspects
"Progress of russian could have been better"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"The town spb!!"
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Other comments
"None"
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8. May. 2003
Stefan Course: One-to-One
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Positive aspects of school
"Very motivated teachers"
Negative aspects
"Classrooms"
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28. Nov. 2001
Ralph (32 years) Usa Course: Standard
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Positive aspects of school
"Everyone was very friendly and made me feel welcome"
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"Had to adjust to a non-American culture"
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"Do not miss out on the museums. Must stay with a host family to fully experience the culture."
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2. Apr. 2001
Ralph (35 years) Usa Course: Standard
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"Very friendly atmosphere"
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"Russian Ballet is a must see!"
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"I would have preferred to have stayed longer. Learning Russian can be difficult at times, but Pro Ba always made sure I was comfortable with my lessons before continuing with new material."
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2. Apr. 2001
Imboden (37 years) Switzerland
Course: One-to-One
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"Small classes"
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31. Mar. 2001
Anonymous (23 years) Course: One-to-One
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"Few students, which makes it difficult to meet people. it is not the place to go if you wish to have an intensive social life. but if you want to study hard, go ahead..."
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10. Mar. 2020
Chihiro (19 years) Course: Mini Group - 4 weeks
Course: Mini Group - 4 weeksOverall rating
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9. Sep. 2019
Nico (20 years) Germany Course: Mini Group - 3 weeks
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13. Aug. 2019
Nikola (23 years) Austria Course: Mini Group - 3 weeks
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5. Aug. 2019
Marta (18 years) Italy Course: Mini Group - 4 weeks
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29. Jul. 2019
Matilda (19 years) Italy Course: Mini Group - 3 weeks
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3. Jul. 2019
Marie-amanda (42 years) Sweden Course: 2 weeks
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3. Jan. 2019
Julia (28 years) Course: Mini Group - 4 weeks
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9. Sep. 2018
Wanja (17 years) Course: Mini Group - 1 week
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5. Sep. 2018
Julen (19 years) Course: Mini Group - 3 weeks
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15. Apr. 2018
Jorma (65 years) Finland Course: Individual Standard - 1 week
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8. Sep. 2015
Mari Benedikte (24 years) Norway Course: Mini Group - 2 weeks
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7. Mar. 2011
Gerhard (38 years) Course: Mini Group - 2 weeks
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10. Sep. 2008
Stefano (27 years) Italy Course: Mini Group - 2 weeks
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9. Jan. 2008
Frank (34 years) Course: Individual Standard - 2 weeks
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15. Aug. 2007
Aurore (20 years) Course: Live and Study in Teacher's Home - 3 weeks
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Homestay Executive
12. Aug. 2006
Gerhard Josef (48 years) Course: Mini Group - 3 weeks
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