Varia Polish Language Center, working with the Internationaler Bund Foundation, UMK and UNICEF,

launches free Polish language courses

10 Gru | 2022

The Polish Language Center Varia is pleased to participate in “Krakow-Together” project organized by the Internationaler Bund Polska Foundation in cooperation with the Department of Education of the Municipal Office of Krakow and financed by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF).

THREE NEW GROUPS ARE FORMING NOW:

  • 13-15 years old – classes on Wednesdays 15:30-17:45 and Fridays 16:00-18.15
  • 16-19 years old – classes on Saturdays 9:00-13:30
  • 16-19 years old – classes on Sundays 9:00-13:30

Classes of the new groups will be held at our school – Michałowskiego 2/3 in Krakow.

Katarzyna Hoffmann

The Polish Language Center Varia is pleased to participate in “Krakow-Together” project organized by the Internationaler Bund Polska Foundation in cooperation with the Department of Education of the Municipal Office of Krakow and financed by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF).

We are starting courses for the Ukrainian teachers and multicultural assistants as well as children and teenagers age 9-24 escaping the war in Ukraine. We are offering a free of charge courses at our Krakow based school and online. All study material will also be included free of charge. Each course provides 120 hours of language instruction in a classroom setting as well as in a form of various workshops. Courses at various language advancement levels will be offered. The groups will not exceed 15 students. Additional information can be found at https://ib-polska.pl/unicef/.

Follow us on FB and Instagram. We will post pictures and descriptions of the courses. We will share with you the experiences and the success stories of our students.

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Rozpoczynamy bezpłatne kursy nauki języka polskiego przeznaczone dla nauczycieli oraz asystentów międzykulturowych oraz dla dzieci i młodzieży w wieku 9-24 lata uciekających przed wojną w Ukrainie. Oferujemy zajęcia stacjonarne oraz online. Zapewniamy kursantom wszystkie pomoce dydaktyczne. Kurs obejmuje 120 godzin realizowanych w formie lekcji oraz warsztatów. Nasze grupy nie przekraczają 15 osób. Zajęcia realizowane są na różnych poziomach językowych dopasowanych do umiejętności każdej z grup. Dodatkowe informacje można znaleźć na https://ib-polska.pl/unicef/

Śledźcie nasze relacje z zajęć i warsztatów na FB oraz Instagramie. Opiszemy tam nasze lekcje, pokażemy Wam zdjęcia z warsztatów, podzielimy się wrażeniami i sukcesami naszych kursantów.

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Ми розпочинаємо безкоштовні курси польської мови для вчителів та міжкультурних асистентів, а також для дітей та молоді 9-24 років, які тікають від війни в Україні. Ми пропонуємо стаціонарні та онлайн заняття. Ми забезпечуємо студентів усіма засобами навчання. Курс охоплює 120 годин у формі уроків та практичних занять.Наші групи не перевищують 15 осіб. Заняття проводяться на різних рівнях мови відповідно до навичок кожної групи. Додаткову інформацію можна знайти на сайті https://ib-polska.pl/unicef/

Слідкуйте за нашими звітами з занять та майстер-класів у FB та Instagram. Там ми опишемо наші уроки, покажемо вам фото з майстерень, поділимося враженнями та успіхами наших слухачів.

Katarzyna Hoffmann

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NOWA GRUPA 13-15 lat / НОВА ГРУПА 13-15 років / Age 13-15 przygotowanie do egzaminu ósmoklasisty Підготовчий курс до іспиту для восьмикласників prep course for the 8-grader exam

Środa 15:30-17:45 i piątek 16:00-18.15 / середа 15:30-17:45 та п'ятниця 16:00-18:15 / Wednesday 15:30-17:45 and Friday 16:00-18:15

NOWA GRUPA 13-15 lat / НОВА ГРУПА 13-15 років / Age 13-15 przygotowanie do egzaminu ósmoklasisty Підготовчий курс до іспиту для восьмикласників prep course for the 8-grader exam -
Środa 15:30-17:45 i piątek 16:00-18.15 / середа 15:30-17:45 та п'ятниця 16:00-18:15 / Wednesday 15:30-17:45 and Friday 16:00-18:15

ul. Michałowskiego 2/3, 31-126 Kraków

NOWA GRUPA 16-19 lat / НОВА ГРУПА 16-19 років / NEW GROUP 16-19 przygotowanie na studia Підготовчий курс до вступу у навчальні заклади university prep course

Sobota 9.00-13.30 / Субота 9.00-13.30 / Saturday 9.00-13.30

NOWA GRUPA 16-19 lat / НОВА ГРУПА 16-19 років / NEW GROUP 16-19 przygotowanie na studia Підготовчий курс до вступу у навчальні заклади university prep course -
Sobota 9.00-13.30 / Субота 9.00-13.30 / Saturday 9.00-13.30

ul. Michałowskiego 2/3, 31-126 Kraków

NOWA GRUPA 16-19 lat / НОВА ГРУПА 16-19 років / NEW GROUP 16-19

niedziela 9.00-13.30 / неділя 9.00-13.30 / Sunday 9.00-13.30

NOWA GRUPA 16-19 lat / НОВА ГРУПА 16-19 років / NEW GROUP 16-19 -
niedziela 9.00-13.30 / неділя 9.00-13.30 / Sunday 9.00-13.30

ul. Michałowskiego 2/3, 31-126 Kraków

9-12 lat / 9-12 років / Age 9-12

Poniedziałek i środa 16.00-17.30 Понеділок та середа 16.00-17.30 Monday and Wednesday 16.00-17.30

9-12 lat / 9-12 років / Age 9-12 -
Poniedziałek i środa 16.00-17.30 Понеділок та середа 16.00-17.30 Monday and Wednesday 16.00-17.30

Online Oнлайн Online

9-12 lat / 9-12 років / Age 9-12

BRAK MIEJSC Wtorek i czwartek 17.00-18.30 Вівторок та четвер 17.00-18.30 Tuesday and Thursday 17.00-18.30

9-12 lat / 9-12 років / Age 9-12 -
BRAK MIEJSC Wtorek i czwartek 17.00-18.30 Вівторок та четвер 17.00-18.30 Tuesday and Thursday 17.00-18.30

Online Oнлайн Online

9-12 lat / 9-12 років / Age 9-12

Poniedziałek i środa 17.45-19.15 Понеділок та середа 17.45-19.15 Monday and Wednesday 17.45-19.15

9-12 lat / 9-12 років / Age 9-12 -
Poniedziałek i środa 17.45-19.15 Понеділок та середа 17.45-19.15 Monday and Wednesday 17.45-19.15

Online Oнлайн Online

13-15 lat / 13-15 років / Age 13-15 przygotowanie do egzaminu ósmoklasisty Підготовчий курс до іспиту для восьмикласників prep course for the 8-grader exam

Środa i piątek 14.30-16.00 Середа та п'ятниця 14.30-16.00 Wednesday and Friday 14.30-16.00

13-15 lat / 13-15 років / Age 13-15 przygotowanie do egzaminu ósmoklasisty Підготовчий курс до іспиту для восьмикласників prep course for the 8-grader exam -
Środa i piątek 14.30-16.00 Середа та п'ятниця 14.30-16.00 Wednesday and Friday 14.30-16.00

ul. Michałowskiego 2/3, 31-126 Kraków

13-15 lat / 13-15 років / Age 13-15 przygotowanie do egzaminu ósmoklasisty Підготовчий курс до іспиту для восьмикласників prep course for the 8-grader exam

Środa i piątek 16.15-17.45 Середа та п'ятниця 16.15-17.45 Wednesday and Friday 16.15-17.45

13-15 lat / 13-15 років / Age 13-15 przygotowanie do egzaminu ósmoklasisty Підготовчий курс до іспиту для восьмикласників prep course for the 8-grader exam -
Środa i piątek 16.15-17.45 Середа та п'ятниця 16.15-17.45 Wednesday and Friday 16.15-17.45

ul. Michałowskiego 2/3, 31-126 Kraków

16-19 lat / 16-19 років / Age 16-19 przygotowanie na studia Підготовчий курс до вступу у навчальні заклади university prep course

Poniedziałek i Środa 10:30 - 12:00 Понеділок та середа 10:30 - 12:00 Monday and Wednesday 10:30 - 12:00

16-19 lat / 16-19 років / Age 16-19 przygotowanie na studia Підготовчий курс до вступу у навчальні заклади university prep course -
Poniedziałek i Środa 10:30 - 12:00 Понеділок та середа 10:30 - 12:00 Monday and Wednesday 10:30 - 12:00

Online Oнлайн Online

16-19 lat / 16-19 років / Age 16-19 przygotowanie na studia Підготовчий курс до вступу у навчальні заклади university prep course

Wtorek i Czwartek 8:30 - 10:00 Вівторок і четвер 8:30 - 10:00 Tuesday and Thursday 8:30 - 10:00

16-19 lat / 16-19 років / Age 16-19 przygotowanie na studia Підготовчий курс до вступу у навчальні заклади university prep course -
Wtorek i Czwartek 8:30 - 10:00 Вівторок і четвер 8:30 - 10:00 Tuesday and Thursday 8:30 - 10:00

Online Oнлайн Online

20-24 lata / 20-24 років / Age 20-24

BRAK MIEJSC wtorek i czwartek 19.45 – 21.15 Вівторок та четвер 19.45 – 21.15 Tuesday and Thursday 19.45 – 21.15

20-24 lata / 20-24 років / Age 20-24 -
BRAK MIEJSC wtorek i czwartek 19.45 – 21.15 Вівторок та четвер 19.45 – 21.15 Tuesday and Thursday 19.45 – 21.15

ul. Michałowskiego 2/3, 31-126 Kraków

20-24 lata / 20-24 років / Age 20-24

poniedziałek i środa 12.30 – 14.00 Понеділок та середа 12.30 – 14.00 Monday and Wednesday 12.30 – 14.00

20-24 lata / 20-24 років / Age 20-24 -
poniedziałek i środa 12.30 – 14.00 Понеділок та середа 12.30 – 14.00 Monday and Wednesday 12.30 – 14.00

Online Oнлайн Online

20-24 lata / 20-24 років / Age 20-24

Wtorek i piątek 19.30 – 21.00 вівторок і п'ятниця 19.30 – 21.00 Tuesday and Friday 7.30-9.00pm

20-24 lata / 20-24 років / Age 20-24 -
Wtorek i piątek 19.30 – 21.00 вівторок і п'ятниця 19.30 – 21.00 Tuesday and Friday 7.30-9.00pm

Online Oнлайн Online

Nasza szkoła nie oferuje zajęć stacjonarnych dla osób z niepełnosprawnością ruchową. Przepraszamy.

Наша школа не пропонує аудиторних занять для людей з обмеженими можливостями. Ми вибачаємося.

Our school is not equipped for handicapped students. We apologize for the inconvenience.

DODATKOWE ATRAKCJE NASZYCH KURSÓW TO WARSZTATY, WYKŁADY I WYJŚCIA PLENEROWE. 

ДОДАТКОВИМИ ПРИНАДАМИ НАШИХ КУРСІВ Є МАЙСТЕР-КЛАСИ, ЛЕКЦІЇ ТА ЕКСКУРСІЇ НА ПРИРОДІ.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

 

Planujemy zapoznanie studentów z różnymi aspektami polskiej kultury i przedstawienia im zarówno polskich tradycji jak i zwyczajów życia codziennego, a także konkretnych zagadnień związanych ze szkołą i edukacją.

Planujemy ćwiczenie użycia zdobytych już zdolności językowych w trakcie wyjść plenerowych – podczas robienia zakupów na targu czy zamawiania potraw w restauracji.

Zorganizujemy również warsztaty tematyczne, podczas których kursanci poznają polskie zwyczaje świąteczne, uczą się przygotowywać tradycyjne polskie potrawy, zaznajamiają się z przyjętymi normami dobrego zachowania (savoir vivre), poznają polską muzykę, kulturę czy nauczą się słownictwa potocznego lub młodzieżowego slangu.

Przykładowe warsztaty:

QUIZ O POLSCE – kto wie więcej…?

Jaki jest najpopularniejszy polski piłkarz? Co to jest „śmigus dyngus”? Z czego robi się ruskie pierogi? Czy znasz dobrze polskich celebrytów, polskie zwyczaje i kulinaria? Przetestuj swoją wiedzę i zobacz, jak (nie)wiele różnisz się od „prawdziwego Polaka”!

ODKRYJMY RAZEM POLSKĘ – warsztaty geograficzno-podróżnicze

Czy w Polsce są wulkany? Ile krasnali mieszka we Wrocławiu? Kto straszy w zamku na Wawelu? Na te i wiele innych pytań odpowiedzi znajdziesz podczas naszych warsztatów. Wyrusz z nami w podróż – ćwicz język polski i odkryj miejsca, w których jeszcze nie byłeś!

KAŻDY TEGO SŁUCHA – polska muzyka

Popularna muzyka wśród młodego pokolenia Polaków. Naszym kursantom przedstawimy zespoły i utwory muzyczne, które kocha polska młodzież. Taki materiał to nieoceniona pomoc w pracy z młodzieżą:).

WESOŁYCH ŚWIĄT – warsztaty bożonarodzeniowe

Czy wiesz jakie potrawy serwuje się podczas polskiej Wigilii i kto przynosi prezenty dzieciom w Polsce? Opowiemy kursantom o polskich tradycjach, skosztują oni polskich potraw i może podzielą się z nami swoimi świątecznymi tradycjami.

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Ми плануємо ознайомити студентів з різними аспектами польської культури та познайомити їх як з польськими традиціями та звичаями повсякденного життя, так і з конкретними питаннями, пов’язаними зі школою та освітою.

Ми плануємо практикувати використання вже набутих мовних навичок під час прогулянок на природі – під час покупок на ринку чи замовлення їжі в ресторані.

Ми також організуємо тематичні майстер-класи, під час яких учні дізнаються про польські різдвяні звичаї, навчаться готувати традиційні польські страви, ознайомляться з прийнятими нормами гарної поведінки (savoir vivre), дізнаються про польську музику, культуру та вивчать розмовну лексику або молодіжну лексику. сленг.

Приклади майстер-класів:

ВІКТОРИНА ПРО ПОЛЬЩУ – хто знає більше…?

Хто найпопулярніший польський футболіст? Що таке „Śmigus Dyngus”? З чого варять російські пельмені? Ви добре знаєте польських знаменитостей, польські звичаї та кухню? Перевір свої знання і переконайся, наскільки ти відрізняєшся від «справжнього поляка»!

ВІДКРИВАЄМО ПОЛЬЩУ РАЗОМ – географічні та туристичні майстер-класи

Чи є в Польщі вулкани? Скільки карликів живе у Вроцлаві? Хто переслідує Вавель? Відповіді на ці та багато інших питань ви знайдете на наших майстер-класах. Подорожуйте з нами – практикуйте польську мову та відкривайте місця, де ви ще не були!

ЦЕ СЛУХАЮТЬ УСІ – польська музика

Популярна музика серед молодого покоління поляків. Ми познайомимо наших студентів із гуртами та музикою, яку любить польська молодь. Такий матеріал є неоціненною допомогою в роботі з молоддю :).

щасливого Різдва – Різдвяні майстер-класи

Чи знаєте ви, які страви подають у польський Святвечір і хто приносить подарунки дітям у Польщі? Ми розповімо студентам про польські традиції, вони скуштують польські страви і, можливо, поділяться з нами своїми різдвяними традиціями.

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We plan to familiarize students with various aspects of Polish culture and introduce them to both Polish traditions and customs of everyday life, as well as specific issues related to school and education.

We plan to practice the use of already acquired language skills during outdoor outings – while shopping at the market or ordering food in a restaurant.

We will also organize various workshops, during which students will learn about Polish Christmas customs, learn about traditional Polish dishes, familiarize themselves with the accepted norms of proper behavior (savoir vivre), learn about Polish music, culture, and learn colloquial vocabulary or youth slang.

Sample workshops:

QUIZ ABOUT POLAND – who knows more…?

Who is the most popular Polish footballer? What is „Śmigus Dyngus”? What are Russian dumplings made of? How well do you know Polish celebrities, Polish customs, and Polish cuisine? Test your knowledge and see how much you differ from a „real Pole”!

LET’S DISCOVER POLAND TOGETHER – geographical and travel workshops

Are there volcanoes in Poland? How many dwarfs live in Wrocław? Who haunts the Wawel Castle? You will find answers to these and many other questions during our workshops. Come with us on a Polish journey – practice Polish and discover places you haven’t been to yet!

EVERYONE LISTENS TO IT – Polish music

Popular music among the young generation of Poles. We will introduce our students to bands and music that Polish youth loves. Such material is invaluable in working with young people :).

MERRY CHRISTMAS – Christmas workshops

Do you know what dishes are served during Polish Christmas Eve and who brings gifts to children in Poland? We will tell the students about Polish traditions, they will taste Polish dishes and maybe share their Christmas traditions with us.

Kursy Online

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Kurs semestralny online

Course Online

Semester Online Course

  • 52 lessons - 2 x 90 min weekly
  • Morning and evening classes
  • All language levels A1 – C2
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Kursy w szkole

Courses at School

Intensywny kurs trzytygodniowy

Course at School

Intensive 3-week Course

  • 58 lessons – 3 weeks
  • 4 lessons daily
  • All language levels A1- C2
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Office Hours

Monday-Thursday9 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Friday9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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Varia to wyjątkowe miejsce dla ludzi z pasją. Spotykają się tutaj zaangażowani nauczyciele języka polskiego, pomysłowi i energiczni organizatorzy kursów dla obcokrajowców i … kilkuset studentów z ponad 50 krajów świata.

Obecnie do naszego variowego teamu poszukujemy:
nauczyciela języka polskiego jako obcego

Praca stacjonarna (w naszej szkole przy ulicy Michałowskiego w Krakowie) i online.

Mile widziane doświadczenie w pracy z dziećmi i dorosłymi.

Wymagamy:

  • wykształcenia kierunkowego – nauczanie języka polskiego jako obcego
  • znajomości języka angielskiego w stopniu zaawansowanym (min. B2)
  • umiejętności doskonałej organizacji czasu
  • wysoko rozwiniętych umiejętności interpersonalnych

Oferujemy:

  • pracę w renomowanej szkole języka polskiego
  • atrakcyjne wynagrodzenie
  • elastyczne godziny pracy
  • możliwość prowadzenia dużej liczby zajęć w tygodniu
  • pracę z ludźmi z całego świata
  • codzienny kontakt z językami obcymi
  • możliwość uczestniczenia w ambitnych projektach
  • dodatkowe szkolenia podnoszące kwalifikacje
  • stałą opiekę metodyczną
  • przyjazną i niekorporacyjną atmosferę pracy

Prosimy wysłać CV na adres praca@kurspolskiego.pl

Dziękujemy!

 

LANGUAGE LEVELS – WHAT DO THEY MEAN?

We offer classes at all levels: from Beginners (A1) to Advanced (C2).

Those participants who have studied Polish will write a placement test which is intended to asses their knowledge of the grammar and vocabulary of the Polish language. On the basis of the test results and after the conversation with the teacher, you will be placed in a group suitable for your language level.

A1 LEVEL Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. Can introduce himself/herself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where he/she lives, people he/she knows and things he/she has. Can interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is willing to help. To reach this level you need to complete 80-120 lesson units.

A2 LEVEL Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to the areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment). Can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters. Can describe in simple terms aspects of his/her background, immediate environment and matters in the areas of immediate need. To reach this level you need to complete 180-200 lesson units.

B1 LEVEL Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered at work, school or during his/her free time, etc. Can deal with most situations likely to arise while travelling in an area where the language is spoken. Can produce simple coherent texts on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. Can describe experiences and events as well as dreams, hopes and ambitions. Can briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. To reach this level you need to complete 350-400 lesson units. 

B2 LEVEL Can understand the main ideas of a complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions related to his/her field of specialisation. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Can produce clear, detailed texts on a wide range of subjects and explain his/her viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options. To reach this level you need to complete 500-600 lesson units.

C1 LEVEL Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning. Can express himself/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed texts on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices. To reach this level you need to complete 700-800 lesson units.

C2 LEVEL Can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. Can summarise information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation. Can express himself/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in more complex situations. To reach this level you need to complete 1000-1200 lesson units.

 

 

Polish as a Foreign Language Exam

If you would like to study in Poland (and in Polish), most universities will require you to provide a proof of knowledge of the Polish language at the B1 level. At Varia you can take an appropriate exam and receive the needed certificate.

Polish Language Center Varia issues official certificates for its partner school – Krakowska Akademia im. Andrzeja Frycza Modrzewskiego. Our certificates are also accepted at many other universities and colleges.

Exam information

The exam can be taken at our Varia School located in Krakow at Michałowskiego Street 2/3 or online.

The exam consists of two parts: written and oral.

The written exam lasts 60 minutes and includes:

  1. reading comprehension
  2. grammar
  3. vocabulary
  4. writing

The oral exam lasts 15 minutes and consists of:

  1. The candidate prepares a short verbal statement on an assigned topic (5 minutes to prepare).
  2. The candidate participates in a spontaneous conversation (without preparation) with the examiner.

The results and the certificate are available on the day of the exam.

The price:

  • For Varia students – 100 PLN
  • For non-Varia students – 150 PLN

How to sign up for the exam

If you would like to schedule your exam without participating in a preparatory course, please,  send us an email – info@kurspolskiego.pl

  • In the title of the email, please write: Polish Language Exam
  • In the body of the email, please provide: your first and last name (as it appears in your passport), your telephone number, and if you would like to take the exam online or at our school.

Current Discounts

SEMESTER COURSES (AT SCHOOL, ONLINE, WEEKEND COURSE)

Discount: 100 PLN
for students who have already participated in a semester course or a three-week intensive course in the last 3 years.
Price of the course: 1480 PLN → 1380 PLN

THREE-WEEK COURSES

Discount: 100 PLN
for students who have already participated in a three-week or semester course in the last 3 years.
Price of the course: 1380 PLN → 1280 PLN

Language levels – what do they mean?

We offer classes at all levels: from Beginners (A1) to Advanced (C2).

Those participants who have studied Polish will write a placement test which is intended to asses their knowledge of the grammar and vocabulary of the Polish language. On the basis of the test results and after the conversation with the teacher, you will be placed in a group suitable for your language level.

A1 LEVEL Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. Can introduce himself/herself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where he/she lives, people he/she knows and things he/she has. Can interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is willing to help. To reach this level you need to complete 80-120 lesson units.

A2 LEVEL Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to the areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment). Can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters. Can describe in simple terms aspects of his/her background, immediate environment and matters in the areas of immediate need. To reach this level you need to complete 180-200 lesson units.

B1 LEVEL Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered at work, school or during his/her free time, etc. Can deal with most situations likely to arise while travelling in an area where the language is spoken. Can produce simple coherent texts on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. Can describe experiences and events as well as dreams, hopes and ambitions. Can briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. To reach this level you need to complete 350-400 lesson units.

B2 LEVEL Can understand the main ideas of a complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions related to his/her field of specialisation. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Can produce clear, detailed texts on a wide range of subjects and explain his/her viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options. To reach this level you need to complete 500-600 lesson units.

C1 LEVEL Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning. Can express himself/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed texts on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices. To reach this level you need to complete 700-800 lesson units.

C2 LEVEL Can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. Can summarise information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation. Can express himself/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in more complex situations. To reach this level you need to complete 1000-1200 lesson units.

Privacy policy

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Administrator of the data

Administrator of the data and operator of the webpage of domains: wwwkurspolskiego.pl
www.varia-course.com,
www.polnischkurs.com,
www.cursodepolaco.com and www.kurspolskogo.com is:
VARIA Centrum Języka Polskiego Sp. z o. o.
ul. Michałowskiego 2/3
31-126 Kraków
NIP: 9451997201
KRS: 0000929949

Personal data of users of the webpages

  1. VARIA Centrum Języka Polskiego Sp. z o.o.  provides all Users of the Services with the exercise of their rights under the Act of 29 August 1997 on the Protection of Personal Data (consolidated text in the Journal of Laws of 2002 No. 101, item 95/46 / EC of the European Parliament and the Council) 926 with later changes) (hereinafter „the Act”).
  2. The purposes of personal data processing:
    • Data processing for purposes related to the language course application (data included in the contact form, application form and online tests, e.g. name, telephone number, email address). For accounting purposes (e.g. name and surname, address). Some User’s data may be downloaded automatically when visiting the Webpages (eg IP address, domain name, browser type, operating system type);
    • Processing of personal data for marketing purposes (only in the case of the User’s consent), in particular for the purpose of sending commercial information and newsletters via e-mail to the provided e-mail address within the meaning of the Act of 18 July 2002 on the provision of services by electronic means (Journal of Laws of 9 September 2002, as amended) and other provisions of generally applicable law;
    • Providing personal data is voluntary, however, the lack of a consent to the processing of personal data by us may prevent us from providing services;
    • By entrusting us with your personal data, the User gains the right to inspect them, the right to request their updates and the right to request their removal. In order to exercise these rights, contact VARIA Centrum Języka Polskiego Sp. z o.o., ul. Michałowskiego 2/3, 31-126 Kraków: info@kurspolskiego.pl, tel .: +48/12 633 58 71. If the User wants to resign from receiving the newsletter, they can do so by sending an e-mail to info@kurspolskiego.pl.

The security of personal data

VARIA Centrum Języka Polskiego Sp. z o.o.  implements technical measures provided by the law, the purpose of which is to ensure the best possible protection of collected personal data against unauthorized access or use by unauthorized persons.

Cookies

VARIA Centrum Języka Polskiego Sp. z o.o.  pursuant to the provisions of art. 173 and 174 of the Act of 16 July 2004 Telecommunications Law (Journal of Laws of July 16, 2004, as amended) informs that as part of the Services uses the file technology so-called „cookies”.

In order to adapt the content and services to the individual needs and interests of the Users of the website www.kurspolskiego.pl, we use the so-called cookies, i.e. information saved by servers of websites on the User’s computer, which servers can read every time you connect to this computer. Cookies provide us with statistical data about the Users’ traffic and the use of particular websites by them. The User may at any time disable the option of accepting cookies in his browser, however, disabling cookies may cause difficulties or even make it impossible to use certain services, in particular those requiring login. Disabling the option of accepting cookies does not mean that you cannot read or view the content posted on the website.

Profiling

The Administrator uses automatic processing tools to process Users’ personal data. By using the tools for profiling personal data, the Administrator is able to assess personal factors related to a specific User, and in particular to analyse or forecast aspects related to personal preferences, interests, etc. The purpose of profiling is to provide individual Users with personalized and tailored offers and content in all channels, including via FB, e-mail marketing, dynamic content on the website and direct sales. Each User has the right to withdraw consent to the processing of their personal data consisting in profiling.

VARIA Centrum Języka Polskiego Sp. z o.o. reserves the right to change the above privacy policy by publishing a new privacy policy at www.kurspolskiego.pl.

If you have any questions regarding the protection of personal data, please contact the Data Administrator: info@kurspolskiego.pl.

Individual course By-laws

  1. To enroll in a course, fill out a registration form (available online at www.kurspolskiego.pl or at the school office) and pay the fee for the first lesson.
  2. Varia reserves the right to record lessons for educational purposes. The recordings will be used only for the school’s purposes without sharing or distributing them to third parties.
  3. Individual course students are allowed to participate in additional activities organized by Varia for all students, e.g. workshops, integration parties.

Resignation and fees

  1. Individual course students are allowed to cancel or change the dates of planned classes. The change or cancelation notice needs to be received and confirmed by our office or the teacher at least 24 hours prior to the originally planned lesson. Notices need to be sent via email (info@kurspolskiego.pl) or phone (12 633 58 71) and received during our office’s regular business hours. Otherwise, the full lesson fee will be assessed.
  2. In case of a teacher’s absence, Varia will provide a substitute (approved by the student) or reschedule the class for the time and date convenient to the student.
  3. A student has a right to discontinue attending classes without providing a reason. In such cases, Varia is obligated to return any of the student’s unused funds.

Late policy

In the case of a student’s tardiness, the teacher is obligated to wait for the student for a period of fifteen minutes, unless the teacher is notified of a longer delay. The duration of the lesson will not be prolonged.

Varia Polish Language Center School By-laws

§ 1 Creation of the groups, fundamental rules

  1. Enrollment in a course is constituted by filling out a registration form (online or at Varia’s office) and paying the required fee. The By-laws are an integral part of an agreement signed between the Student and Varia. Receipt of the course fee is equivalent to acceptance of the By-laws.
  2. The prospective Varia students (with the exception of students starting their Polish education, students continuing their education at Varia, students who have earned a language certificate, or students holding an international language diploma) are required to take a placement test and/or participate in an interview with a Varia teacher.
  3. A free placement test is provided for the Student’s convenience on Varia’s web page www.kurspolskiego.pl.
  4. The instructional groups are created based on the Students’ language ability, age, and individual needs.
  5. The course is designed for Students over 15 years of age.
  6. Upon the class commencement, it is permissible for the Student to change course level (to a higher or a lower one) with Varia’s approval.
  7. The number of Students in a group vary from 5 to 13.
  8. If a particular class cannot be launched because of an insufficient number of participants, any fees paid by the Student in advance will be returned in full.
  9. If, after commencement of a class, the number of participants decreases to fewer than five, the Students will be offered to join a different group, to participate in an abbreviated course, or to have the unused fees returned.
  10. For Students joining the course after the commencement of the semester course, the course price is calculated individually.
  11. The School reserves the right to change the Teacher during the course because of unforeseen circumstances.
  12. Varia requires Students to be punctual, actively participate in class, and diligently prepare for future lessons. It is forbidden for the Student to be disruptive during a class, to use a mobile phone or any other equipment that interrupts the group, or to behave in a manner inconsistent with commonly accepted social norms, in particular concerning religious and national feelings.
  13. Students are not reimbursed for their absences.
  14. In case of a Teacher’s absence, technical issues, or other unforeseen circumstances, the School will provide a substitute or reschedule classes to a date convenient for all Participants.
  15. Varia reserves the right to record lessons for educational purposes. The recordings will be used only for the School’s purposes without being shared or distributed to third parties.
  16. In case of any suggestions or concerns, please contact your Teacher, the Office, or the Management.

§ 2 Certifications, tests, documents

  1. To obtain a course certificate a Student has to participate in at least 60% of lessons during the semester course and receive a positive grade from the final exam (min. 60%).
  2. A Student advances to the next level course upon passing the final test (at least 60%), attending at least 60% of lessons, completing assigned homework, and receiving a positive opinion from the Teacher about the Student’s work and his/her progress.
  3. A student who did not participate in the final exam with his group is required to take the test at the earliest possible date.
  4. At the Student’s request, Varia will provide a course registration confirmation, which can be presented to apply for a residence card or a visa.

§ 3 Payment for the course

  1. Students are required to pay for the entire course in advance or in installments in accordance to the price list of the School.
  2. The price of the course includes a 150 PLN administrative fee.
  3. The Course price.
    • 3.1 The price of the semester course (at Varia and online) includes:
      • Polish language lessons
      • Additional materials (except for a textbook and a workbook) used in class
      • Cultural program prepared for the semester course (such as lectures, themed workshops)
      • Placement test
      • Final exam
      • Certificate of attendance
    • 3.2 The price of the 3-week intensive course includes:
        • Polish language lessons
        • Teaching materials
        • Placement test
        • Final exam
        • Certificate of attendance

      On the first day of the course, the Students with previous Polish language experience take a placement test – oral and/or written – based on which they will be assigned to the appropriate group. All groups participate in 2 lessons on the first day (from 11:15am to 12:45pm).

  4. 3.3 The price of the intensive summer course includes:
    • Polish language lessons
    • 2 language and culture workshops
    • Teaching materials
    • Placement test
    • Final exam
    • Certificate of attendance
  1. The course fee must be paid in full prior to the commencement of the course. There is an option to pay in two installments, which does not change the price of the course.
    1. The first installment should be paid within 1 week upon receipt of registration confirmation. The balance must be paid at least one week prior to the start of the course.
    2. In case of enrollment in a course less than one week prior to the start of such course, the full course fee must be paid at once.
  2. Payments can be made either in cash, by card, or by bank transfer to the below listed account:

Bank account in PLN:
VARIA Centrum Języka Polskiego Sp. z o.o.
ul. Michałowskiego 2/3
31-126 Kraków

Name of the bank: mBank S.A.

The account number/IBAN:PL 51 1140 2017 0000 4102 0546 3403
SWIFT/BIC: BREXPLPWMBK

Bank account in EURO:
VARIA Centrum Języka Polskiego Sp. z o.o.
ul. Michałowskiego 2/3
31-126 Kraków

Name of the bank: mBank S.A.

The account number/IBAN:PL 70 1140 2017 0000 4012 0038 5708
SWIFT: BREXPLPWMBK

  1. All bank fees are the responsibility of the Student.

§ 4 Cancellation

  1. Cancellation rules:
    1. If a cancellation is made more than two weeks prior to the beginning of the course, the School will refund a Student’s entire payment less the administrative fee (150 PLN).
    2. If a cancellation is made less than two weeks before the beginning of the course, but prior to the commencement of the course, the Student who paid the full course fee is refunded the full amount less the first installment.
    3. If a cancellation is made two days after the course begins, the fee will not be reimbursed.
    4. A student who applied for a visa or a residence card and received the proper document from the School is not entitled to the reimbursement of the first installment of the fee regardless of the time of the cancellation.
  2. If the student does not pay the second installment of the course fee within seven days after the due date, he/she loses the right to attend the classes until the bill is settled in accordance with the By-laws. A Student who does not pay the second installment of the course fee and stops attending classes continues to be obligated to fulfil the terms of his/her agreement.
  3. The cancellation fee for participation in a group course may be waived when the Student submits a written request to the School’s office, along with a proof of extenuating circumstances, such as: chronic illness, serious family situation, random accidents. Decision to waive the cancellation fee is made solely by the Director of VARIA Centrum Języka Polskiego Sp. z o.o. and will be provided within 7 days of receipt of the request.

§ 5 Warranty complaints

  1. Every Student has a right to file a warranty complaint. The warranty claim can refer to the teaching methods and/or organizational issues.
  2. A warranty claim can be submitted:
    1. In writing at the office of Varia Centrum Języka Polskiego Sp. z o.o. (ul. Michalowskiego 2/3, 31-126 Kraków).
    2. Via email to the address: info@kurspolskiego.pl
  3. A properly submitted complaint should include:
    1. The personal information of the Student (name, surname, address, email)
    2. The description of the situation causing the complaint
    3. The Student’s expectations regarding the resolution of the complaint
  4. Complaints must be submitted within seven days of the occurrence of the event.
  5. The School will review complaints within seven days of the date the complaint was received.
  6. The Student will be informed of the complaint resolution via email.
  7. The form of any individual compensation will be determined together with the Student.