Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great Thessaloniki, Greece
- Small class sizes
- Excellent rating of teaching quality4.8
- Nationality mix could be more balanced. 60% of students are from Germany
Location: Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great Thessaloniki is located in the historic and vibrant city of Thessaloniki, on the beautiful Greek coastline. The school is a short walk from the city centre and many of the city's historical attractions, such as the Ataturk Museum, Arch of Galerius, the Roman Forum, Aristotelous Square and Rotunda. Within easy reach of supermarkets, cafés and eateries and with the beaches of Peraia, Neoi Epivates, Epanomi, and Agia Triada only short trips away, the Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great Thessaloniki has lots of attractions close by. The Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia is a short 18-minutes drive from the school's front doors.
Course selection: Course selection offers General courses in Ancient and Modern Greek, Business, Greek and dance, and Scientific Greek.
School facilities: The school's facilities include a library, free after-class access to language learning software, a kitchen for student use, and free WIFI. All classrooms are equipped with heating, air conditioning, and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Accommodation: Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great Thessaloniki can assist with accommodation in several local hotels.
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 Greek
20 lessons per week | 5 students (max)Offer!from€375€357 / week More
| 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$ | 412 | 824 | 1,236 | 1,483 | 1,854 | 2,225 | 2,596 | 2,966 | 3,337 | 3,707 | 4,174 |
- 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
- 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
- 1-12 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 5 / Average: 4
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Bildungsurlaub Programme
In high demand!30 lessons per week | 5 students (max)Offer!from€580€551 / week More

| Weeks | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 580 551 | 1,170 1,112 |
| Price in US$ | 638 | 1,286 |
- 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
Read & Write Greek - Crash Course 6 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€200€190 / week More
| Weeks | 1 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 200 190 |
| Price in US$ | 220 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Evening Course4 lessons per week | 5 students (max)Offer!from€38€37 / week More
| Weeks | 15 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 570 542 |
| Price in US$ | 627 |
- Starting dates
- 2026: 16 Mar 2026, 02 Jun 2026, 19 Oct 2026
Designed for students with work, academic, or personal commitments during the day, the Evening Long-Term Programme offers a structured, immersive way to master the Greek language at a steady pace. This programme is organised on a semester basis, allowing for consistent progress and deeper engagement with both the language and fellow learners.
- 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
- 15 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 5 / Average: 4
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Online Individual Lessons10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€320€304 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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$ | 352 | 659 | 989 | 1,318 | 1,648 | 1,977 | 2,307 | 2,636 | 2,966 | 3,295 | 3,954 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Individual Lessons10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts dailyOffer!from€400€380 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 400 380 | 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$ | 440 | 791 | 1,187 | 1,582 | 1,977 | 2,373 | 2,768 | 3,164 | 3,559 | 3,954 | 4,745 |
- Starting dates
- Every Day
Our prices for Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
Student opinions about Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great, Thessaloniki
Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great, Thessaloniki
The teachers are very dedicated.”
The teacher's dedication (Maria).
A good balance of learning, reviewing, and speaking.”
The school is absolutely animal-friendly and I am very grateful that my dog Fips was able to accompany me and was looked after at school during afternoon lessons when I was at the museum.”
The course book is not suitable as a reference book for A1+2 students.”
Very professional,
Very competent,
Very good learning atmosphere.
Again and again.”
Besides seeing the white tower, a trip with one of the tourist "pirate boats" at night is very much recommended. There you get a nice view of Thessaloniki from the seaside.”
Ratings of Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great compared to ratings of all schools in Greece
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Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great
- 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
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great.
- Year of school foundation
- 2013
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Fridge for student use
Drink vending machine
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Copy machine
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 2
- Number of public PC workstations: 1
Student Age / Nationality
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Germany | 60% |
| Netherlands | 10% |
| Switzerland | 10% |
| USA | 5% |
| Other nationalities | 15% |
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 5% |
| 18-24 years | 25% |
| 25-34 years | 40% |
| 35-50 years | 25% |
| >50 years | 5% |
- Average number of students
- In summer: 20Throughout the year: 70
- 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: 25 yearsThroughout the year: 35 years
Information for all courses offered by Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great
- 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.
- 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.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027, 06 Jan 2027, 15 Feb 2027, 25 Mar 2027, 30 Apr 2027, 03 May 2027, 01 May 2027, 21 Jun 2027, 15 Aug 2027, 28 Oct 2027, 25 Dec 2027, 26 Dec 2027.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 an online form.
Airport transfer
- Thessaloniki Airport:
- €35 one way
€70 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Not offered
Adults - Paid activities
- Not offered
| activity possible | |
|---|---|
| Dancing | |
Questions and answers about Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great
Can I get more information about the dates and times of the General Greek course?
The 4 daily lessons of 50 minutes usually take place in the morning from 9.30 to 13.10. The exact timetable will be announced on the first day of class depending on the level.”
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FAQ about Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great, Thessaloniki
I want to enrol in a Greek language course in Thessaloniki. If I have zero knowledge of Greek, how will I understand what the teacher is saying?
I am 59 years old. Is my age an obstacle to a language stay?
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Terms of Hellenic Language School Alexander the Great
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 9:00
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school

- Legal name/parent company
- 4 EPSILON EDUCATION AND TRAINING P.C. | Tax registration ID: EL 801022317
Visa Documents
- 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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