Course
at School

INTENSIVE SUMMER POLISH LANGUAGE COURSE

40 lessons

2 weeks

Workshops and integration

meetings

Price

1550 PLN / 360 EUR

Intensive summer course of Polish language in Cracow is a decent dose of knowledge, explored 5 times a week for 4 hours a day. The classes are prepared in such a way that learning Polish during the vacations turns out to be a pleasure, not a compulsion.
The course will help you develop the most important language skills in Polish language or solidly improve your existing skills. Better contact with the teacher will be facilitated by small groups and an uncluttered atmosphere, which will additionally allow you to assimilate knowledge in a comfortable, truly holiday environment.

Vacations with the Polish language in Krakow

What you will be doing during this Polish course:

  • Speak Polish - more often (and faster!) than you expect
  • Meet cool people from all over the world - new friendships guaranteed
  • Enjoy our meet and greet parties - create lifelong memories
  • Learn about Polish culture during our lectures and workshops
  • Discover Krakow, which you will fall in love with

What to expect

Practical information about Polish course:

If you have already studied Polish, we will ask you to complete a placement test, which will help us determine your language level. Additionally, we will conduct a short conversation in Polish to better assess your communication skills and ensure that you are placed in a group that meets your needs. This will make our summer Polish course as effective as possible for you!
You will attend Polish lessons every day from Monday to Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. There will be a 15-minute coffee break in the middle of the class, during which you can relax, talk to other course participants and develop your language skills in a natural way 😊.
The afternoon and evening are your time for Krakow, Polish culture and integration with your course mates 😊!

Number of lessons per week:

15/20* hours of instruction
* 2-4 persons per group – 3 lessons per day
or more persons per group – 4 lessons per day

Times:

9.30 – 12.45 (with a 15-minute break for our delicious coffee or tea)

Days:

Monday – Friday

number of students in the group

from 5 to 14, usually 6-8

Language levels:

From beginner (A1) to advanced (C2)

When can you start your Polish course?

Dates for the 2025 summer course:

Start Date

End Date

Course

14.07.2025

25.07.2025

14.07.2025 -
25.07.2025

Summer intensive course no. 1

28.07.2025

08.08.2025

28.07.2025 -
08.08.2025

Summer intensive course no. 2

11.08.2025

22.08.2025

11.08.2025 -
22.08.2025

Summer intensive course no. 3

Practical Polish learning in a slightly different version

Language and thematic workshops

During the intensive summer Polish course at our school, learning does not end with morning classes. After classes, we invite you to language and culture workshops that complement the curriculum and allow you to develop language skills in an interesting and engaging way.

Phonetics workshops – help participants improve their pronunciation, intonation and accent. The exercises focus on sounds specific to the Polish language, which helps students speak more naturally.

Polish slang – prepared for lovers of informal language:). The workshops focus on expressions that are often used by Poles, but not always easy to understand for foreigners.

Cultural workshops – such as: “W rączki nie całuję (I don’t kiss your hands) – Polish savoir-vivre” or “The best of Poland – what Poles can be proud of” allow you to better understand Polish customs, traditions and elements of history and literature. This is a great opportunity to learn more about Poland and Poles.

Cooking workshops – this is one of the students’ favourite events during their stay in Krakow, because what better way to learn Polish than by making pierogi together? While cooking, you will not only learn recipes for traditional Polish dishes, but also vocabulary related to cuisine, taste and cooking. I wonder which teacher will take on the role of the chef this time?:).

Film workshops – help to become familiar with the natural language and enrich vocabulary and understanding of the social and cultural context.

Conversations in Polish

Polish not only in the classroom

The intensive Polish language course in Cracow is all about practice. We try to make sure that each group can test their Polish language skills in natural, everyday situations. That is why, as part of the summer course, we conduct outdoor Polish language lessons: in a café, at the market, in a shop, at the train station…

This is a great opportunity to practice talking to a waiter in an authentic setting, ask about the price of fruit at the market, buy souvenirs or talk to the locals. Under the supervision of a teacher, you will overcome the language barrier and learn to react spontaneously in different situations. Outdoor lessons allow for total immersion in the Polish language and gain confidence in communication. Learning Polish does not have to be limited to the classroom – you can practice Polish anywhere! Walking around the Old Town, ordering coffee in a café, trying local specialities in Kazimierz or buying a book in a bookstore. Every interaction becomes a valuable lesson.

Evenings are a time for meetings, integration and casual conversations, preferably in Polish. We will invite you to our favorite cafes, where you can talk about literally everything over aromatic coffee and Krakow cheesecake – from the intricacies of Polish grammar to travel. We will also visit iconic Krakow clubs and places known only to “natives”. And those who are interested can try their hand at koraoke night:).

Polish after hours

Free time with Polish culture

If you have time and want to get to know Krakow and Polish culture better, take advantage of the additional cultural attractions we organize. During the Polish language course, we organize, among others:

  • guided tours around Krakow – thematic guided walks during which you will discover the most interesting places and learn about local legends.
  • bike trips – for those who like an active lifestyle, we suggest, for example, a ride along the Vistula to the Benedictine Abbey in Tyniec. This is a great opportunity to admire the city from a different perspective and spend time outdoors!
  • visiting the most interesting museums in Krakow – from the Rynek Underground museum, which will take you on a journey to medieval Krakow, to MOCAK – a museum of contemporary art, where you can admire the works of the most talented artists from around the world.

Polish Language Placement Test

Not sure of your language level?

Before you start your intensive summer Polish language course, you will have to take an interview and a placement test (at school or online), after which you will be assigned to the appropriate group.

Online placement test

FAQ

Answers to the most asked questions

If you don't find the answers to your questions, don't hesitate to call us or write an email. We are always happy to answer your questions!

Does Varia Polish Language School help its students organize their free time in Krakow?

Yes! We will be happy to help you organize your free time in Krakow. We will advise and suggest where and what you can do after Polish lessons. We are in the very center of historic Krakow, so museums, exhibitions, restaurants are literally at your fingertips, or rather, your feet ;) On site, we will also share with you our ideas for further trips, both closer and a bit further - places that not everyone knows about :). Each of our students will also receive a specially prepared guide to the best restaurants, museums and clubs.

From which countries do students studying at the VARIA School most often come?

At VARIA School we have students from all over the world :)! We have had students from over 90 countries. Most people come from Europe, from countries neighboring Poland, but increasingly also from other continents, sometimes from very distant corners of the world.

Are there any age limits for people registering for a Polish language course at the VARIA School?

There are of course no upper age limits :) Group courses at the VARIA School for adults are intended for people aged 16+. In exceptional cases, with the written consent of the guardian, we also accept younger people to the course.

Can I receive a certificate that I am taking part in a Polish language course at the VARIA School? What conditions must be met?

A certificate of participation in a Polish language course at the VARIA School is sometimes needed by our students who apply for a visa or extend their legal stay in Poland. We issue appropriate certificates to people who have signed up for the indicated course and paid the first installment.

How much can I learn during an intensive summer Polish language course at the VARIA School?

Beginners after 2 weeks of intensive Polish language learning at the VARIA School are able to master the basics of grammar and communicate in simple communication situations, including: telling about yourself, shopping, asking for directions and ordering dinner in a restaurant. On the other hand, people at a higher level of advancement can significantly improve their speaking skills, enrich their vocabulary or improve the grammatical, spelling and stylistic correctness of their statements.

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Enjoy your benefits

2week summer intensive Polish course

1550PLN/360€

The course price includes:

  • 40 lessons (45 minutes), Monday to Friday
  • placement test (written and oral)
  • Progress Assessment
  • Certificate of course completion
  • integration meetings
  • Polish language workshops (e.g. correct pronunciation, colloquial language) or "cultural variations" (e.g. culinary workshops, games and fun with the Polish language, bicycle trip) - one workshop or one "variation" during a two-week course

TWO WEEKS WITH POLISH LANGUAGE IN KRAKOW

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Price

1550PLN / 360€

Installments: 1st installment - PLN 950 / €220 - payable upon registration 2nd installment - PLN 600 / €140 - payable on the first day of the course

The price of the intensive holiday course includes:

  • 40 lessons (45 minutes), Monday to Friday
  • placement test (written and oral)
  • Progress Assessment
  • Certificate of course completion
  • integration meetings
  • Polish language workshops (e.g. correct pronunciation, colloquial language) or "cultural variations" (e.g. culinary workshops, games and fun with the Polish language, bicycle trip) - one workshop or one "variation" during a two-week course

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