Frequently asked questions
Online, in Zoom. Live interaction, book discussions and engaging tasks. All you need is a computer or tablet with a camera.
Entirely in Russian - so every lesson becomes a natural language environment.
Ages 6–8 - twice a week for 45 minutes; ages 9–11 and 12–14 - twice a week for 60 minutes; ages 15–17 - twice a week for 90 minutes; the discussion club - once a week for 60 minutes. We agree a convenient time when you enroll.
For children and teenagers aged 6–17. There are groups for 6–8, 9–11, 12–14 and 15–17, and a discussion club for 12–13, 14–15 and 16–17. Within each age group we find the right level.
Yes. Basic spoken Russian is enough - reading gradually catches up during the lessons.
Between 3 and 9 students - depending on the course.
By age and level. Before the start there is a short questionnaire and, if needed, a brief introductory chat with the child.
Yes, Russian is their first language. The children’s courses are taught by qualified philologists; the adults’ course, by teachers of Russian as a foreign language.
Payment is monthly and in advance, via Stripe. Paying for the whole course at once gives a 3% discount; two children from one family, 5%. If you ever need a refund, just write to us.
One centre, two names. Pygmalion Language Centre has worked in Latvia since 2003 with local students; Pygmalion Academy is its online programme for Russian-speaking families abroad. One team and one approach to teaching.
The recording of the lesson is kept for 7 days, so a missed lesson can be watched.