TESOL Courses in Athens | Greece

Established on the rock of the Acropolis over 3,000 years ago, Athens is positively brimming with history.

After finally becoming Greece’s capital city in 1834, the city has gone on to become an important European city. Its infrastructure has bloomed in recent years and proof of this can be seen in new highways and public transportation routes, a new railway (Proastiakos), a new airport, massive shopping centers and new stadiums. Added to this, the port city of Piraeus has become one of the most important in all of the Mediterranean.

Athens is a modern shrine to democracy. It’s home to the Acropolis, the Parthenon, countless museums and magnificent monuments. Some fantastic sites in the city can be found along the walking streets between Plaka, Areopagitou and Kermamikos streets.

Athens is never short on sightseeing opportunities. While the Acropolis tops the list, you cannot forget about the theater of Dionysus, the Herodes Atticus Odeon, the hills of Filopapos, as well as the ancient temples of Hephaestus.

Plaka is one of the main attractions for visitors, with plenty of eateries, cafes and shopping. Anafiotika is a scenic neighborhood, with its whitewashed houses bordering winding streets and alleyways.

Transportation in Athens is excellent. Between the buses, trolleys, trams and the metro, you won’t have any trouble getting around.

Athens is a shopper’s paradise. Ermou Street, Aiolou Street, Kolonaki, you name it, there is something to be found for everyone. Monastiraki, the most famous flea market is also a must-see. All that shopping will build up an appetite and Athens is full of both local delicacies and international foods. From souvlaki shops to steak houses, you can eat until your heart is content.

Athens also has many wonderful beaches and you can explore the peninsula of Attica for even more seaside adventure. Nearest Athens are the beaches of Vouliagmeni, Varkiza and Glyfada, or you can venture out to Attica to take advantage of its quaint resorts along the coast.

Why choose Athens?

• Our center in Athens is conveniently located near Athens University campus in the Ilisia-Zografou area of downtown Athens.
• Athens is one of the most ancient cities in the world, and is often referred to as the birthplace of democracy.
• The Acropolis has been described as the most important ancient monument of the Western World.
• The National Archaeological Museum contains more masterpieces of Ancient Greek art than any other museum in the world.
• Coastal resorts and ports are nearby, for trips to the spectacular Greek islands with their world heritage sites.

The TESOL training center in Athens is situated near the Athens University campus in downtown Athens. There are nine classrooms spread over three floors, and also a spacious basement which provides an additional quiet place to work on lesson preparation. Ground-level access and an elevator to all three floors plus basement ensure that all areas of the school are fully accessible. Teaching practice is conducted in classroom settings and in small groups, providing you with the real teaching experience you need to prepare yourself for teaching after the course.

The training center is in a pleasant and quiet neighborhood, but close to all the facilities catering for students in the area, including numerous shops, restaurants and bars. There is a bus stop with frequent service to the central Syntagma Square, less than two miles away.

Why complete a TESOL course in Athens?

• Onsite teaching practice.
• Teaching practice with real Greek learners of English prepares you for the reality of the classroom. You’ll be teaching children and teenagers like most of the TESOL learners worldwide.
• Maximum of five trainees per trainer.
• We have close ties with the main source of TESOL jobs in Greece, so we’re in a unique position to help you find a job.
• We have an extensive network of partners for employment opportunities worldwide.
• We provide ongoing professional support and career guidance after you graduate.
• We offer a variety of accommodation options to match your preference and budget.

We recommend a variety of accommodation options during your TESOL course in Athens, including apartments, hotels and hostels offering private rooms and shared dorms. Choices depend on individual preferences and budget, number of people travelling together and time of year. All the options are centrally located to provide easy access to the TESOL training center.

Once you reserve your spot on the course by making a deposit payment, the TESOL center in Athens will provide accommodation details, and will advise you on options for sharing with other trainees on the same course.

There are several possibilities:

• Apartments for one or two people cost from around 800 euros per month.
• Single rooms in a cheap hotel cost from around 25 euros per night, and a double room from around 18 euros per person per night.
• Peak season single room rates rise to around 40 euros per night for a single and 25 per person for a double.
• A dorm room with 4 to 6 beds costs from around 12 euros per person per night, rising to around 16 euros at the height of summer.