Greek Language School in Maroussi, Greece

Omilo Greek Language And Culture, Maroussi:
OMILO language institute in Maroussi prides on its top quality programs in the teaching of the Modern Greek Language.

OMILO was founded in 1996 by Dimitris Andreadis, from Greece, and his Belgian wife Maya Cornelissens. It has since then expanded into a successful language school. Dimitris teaches classes and deals with the legal and administrative aspects of the business, whereas Maya is responsible for the daily aspects of running the school and for looking after the students. A major asset in both of their professional lives is their international background and vast experience in what we would call "cultural tourism".

Our work is built on the philosophy that the quickest way to learn a foreign language is to spend time in the country where the language is spoken. It is a good start to learn the Greek language in your country, but there is no better way to really master the Greek language than to be immersed in Greek culture and to communicate in Greek with Greeks. You can accelerate the learning process tremendously if you attend a school which specializes in teaching Greek as a foreign language, and whose teachers are specially trained in modern teaching methods.

The quality of your holidays or your living and working conditions in Greece will improve considerably once you start learning Greek. Mastery of the language will enable you to better understand Greek history and culture and to help you form acquaintances with the people you meet in Greece. We at OMILO can help you learn and improve your knowledge of Modern Greek while experiencing daily life, the past and contemporary culture. Our formula of learning and holidays combined, with optional cultural activities, allows you to enjoy yourself while you acquire an in-depth knowledge of the country.

Regular Greek Courses; Intensive Greek Courses; Immersion Easter Courses; Immersion Summer Courses.

Our team of teachers has been carefully selected according to their academic qualifications, experience and personality. All our teachers are university graduates, native Greek speakers, with experience in teaching Greek as a Foreign Language. They are fluent in English and competent in other European languages. The teachers have not only been chosen for their qualifications and experience, but also for their ability to work enthusiastically with students. Our teachers will help you establish clear learning objectives and will encourage you to speak Greek from the very first day. Your classes will be stimulating and fun.

Most participants coming from abroad stay in housing (hotel or Pension) arranged through OMILO. This way participants can easily meet and practise their Greek together during breakfast or spare time. Any transaction related to reservation and booking of accommodation is offered at no cost to our students. We offer this possibility in order to facilitate and simplify the participation in our Greek courses. Rooms are air-conditioned single or double rooms with private bathrooms. Double occupancy fees are available only if another student wishes to share a room. It is not obligatory to use OMILO's proposals. Participants can make their own arrangements if they wish to do so.

From the Acropolis you have a stunning view of cosmopolitan Athens. You can see the excavations of the old city, the modern port of Piraeus, the houses and the mountains surrounding Athens. When you look down, you see a maze of small alleys and big avenues, shops, museums, restaurants and coffee shops, kiosks, the remainders of an ancient temple next to a rooftop swimming pool. The question is: “Where to start when you decide to explore this city?”

It is our pleasure to assist you in discovering Athens. Together with your guide you visit the most beautiful places in the center. From the Acropolis and in the Agora you can admire the remainders of Ancient Greece. But we also visit a museum for modern Greek Art. We will introduce you into the Greek language and customs and you can indulge in Greek food and music. Together with your Greek, English, German or Dutch speaking guide you will discover Greece from a complete new perspective, with the emphasis on daily life and culture.

Although time will always be short, you can start to explore the city by joining our one to five-day tours. All our visits offer you the required space to further explore Athens at your own leisure.