Discover Polish - International Institute of Polish Language and Intercultural Education
Ul. J.J. Haffnera 66/1, Sopot, Pomorskie 81-715, Poland
Discover Polish - International Institute of Polish Language and Intercultural Education
The Intensive course is for students who want to maximize their language learning practice during their stay. The courses focus heavily on speaking and communication skills: the morning consists of 4 lessons in communication skills. These lessons provide the opportunity to learn the local culture and customs.
The classes stress the use of language in everyday situations. In 2 lessons each day, students will work on grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary, while in the other 2 lessons, they will focus on reading, writing, speaking and listening. Textbooks and a variety of other materials are used in instruction, including role-playing, newspapers, magazines and other materials.
Discovery Polish does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
You can choose from the following class times:
Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.
| Minimum level | Absolute beginner |
| Average | 6 students |
| Maximum | 12 students |
| Age range | 14 - 85 years old |
| Average | 40 years old (35 in the summer) |
Discover Polish – International Institute of Polish Language and Intercultural Education in Sopot is a private school for foreigners established by experienced instructor of Polish as a foreign language with over 20 years of practice in Poland and United States (NYC). The school is opened throughout the year.
We propose lessons at all levels. We organise individual tuition courses, as well as specialized, executive programmes upon request and classes in small groupes. The subject matter of the executive programme is designed especially for the individual interests of our clients (economy, insurance, banking, history, culture, business etc.). Lessons can be conducted at our location or at your office. People who want to break into the Polish market can be sure that thanks to our professional Polish language courses and teachers they will be able to communicate with polish people properly. They also have occasions to get know Poland, its history, culture and current economic situation. Our students will be independent and self-sufficient in everyday situations (shopping, restaurants, services etc.). They also would save time to provide their business activity.
We would like to recommend intensive one -, two -, four - week – or more intensive Polish courses, as well as individual lessons and executive programme upon request.
Apart from language tuition the courses also included an introduction to polish culture, history and current economics matters. During the regular courses we also offer an afternoon and weekend programme. Our students can visit museums, cinemas, theaters in Gdańsk, Sopot, Gdynia. On Saturdays we organise excursions throughout the Kashubian region, to Malbork’s castle or to Hel. The Institute is also inviting Polish artists, musicians, film directors for lectures and meetings with students.
These kind of courses provide opportunity not only to learn Polish but also to spend a great time in Sopot – beautiful „summer” capital of Poland by Baltic Sea.
Our methods take all facets of language learning: reading, writing, speaking and comprehension. The teaching materials that we use include excerpts from the most recent publications as well as our own handouts and we’re providing all of them.
Our teaching programmes have been prepared according to the latest Polish language certificate standards established by Polish Ministry of Education.
The atmosphere a tour school is warm and friendly, and we enjoy interacting with our students, both in the classroom and on the excursions.
In the past, our clientele has included consultants and advisors of companies and institutions such as: The European Parliment, Deutsche Bank, Siemens, Saur Neptun Gdańsk S.A., The Feuerwehr – German Fire Services from Odra region, Knies Poland Sp. z o.o. and various foreign embassies – of United States or Germany.
German students have a special opportunity at our school because we are Bildungsurlaub accredited.
Discovery Polish has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in Poland. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.
The nationality and age mix at Discover Polish - International Institute of Polish Language and Intercultural Education varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 40. In the summer, the average age is 35.
Discovery Polish teaches students from all over the world, including:
Discovery Polish does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
The school is located 5 minutes from the Baltic Sea and the beach.
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying Polish in Sopot. These homes are often between 15 - 20 minutes away from the school by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about homestay housing
Discovery Polish provides some assistance with hotel or hostel reservations or you can reserve a room on your own. Learn more about hostel housing
We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.
Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged 50 € when you register.
Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Sopot based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.
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