Polish language courses for foreigners at every level — from A1 to C1, including preparation for the state certificate examination in Polish as a foreign language. Lessons are online only, one-to-one or in a pair.
Polish courses from A1 to C1
Each level is a separate course with its own programme and number of hours. The hourly rate is the same at every level — only the number of hours differs.
Polish Language Course A1
Starting from scratch? You begin with the alphabet and pronunciation, with a teacher who can explain in English when needed.
Needed for: everyday life after moving to Poland
- Pronunciation from the first lesson — sounds, stress, the L/Ł distinction
- Grammar basics: gender, accusative, genitive, past tense
- 48 topics: shopping, restaurant, doctor, travel, housing
- A1 material is also tested later in the B1 examination
Polish Language Course A2
Already have the basics? You complete the full declension through all cases as well as every mood and tense.
Needed for: the foundation of the B1 certificate examination
- All seven cases together with their functions in a sentence
- Imperative and conditional mood, verb aspect
- Comparison of adjectives and adverbs
- The entire A2 material is tested in the B1 examination
Polish Language Course B1 for Certificate
The first level with a state certificate examination. Preparation for all five exam modules.
Needed for: a permanent residence card and Polish citizenship
- Every module: writing, speaking, listening, reading, grammar
- Mock exams using real past papers
- Each grammar topic linked directly to an exam text type
- We help with the exam registration paperwork
Polish Language Course B2 for Certificate
Grammatical accuracy becomes a separate exam module, and writing now includes the argumentative essay.
Needed for: studying in Polish and diploma recognition
- Participles, passive voice and impersonal forms in -no, -to
- Conditional periods, reported speech, multi-clause sentences
- Argumentative essay, CV, cover letter and official correspondence
- Authentic recordings from radio and television
Polish Language Course C1 for Certificate
No longer about accuracy, but about the deliberate choice of style and your own recognisable voice.
Needed for: work that carries linguistic responsibility
- Seven registers: from colloquial to academic and literary
- Rhetoric in text composition and the speech as a new text type
- Rare forms: collective numerals, surname declension, verb prefixes
- The exact number of hours is set after the trial lesson
Not sure which level you are?
Book a free trial lesson — we check your level in practice and tell you honestly which course to start with and how many hours stand between you and your goal.
- An honest assessment of your starting level
- A realistic estimate of the hours you need
- Free of charge and with no obligation
Which level do you need
Prices shown for one-to-one lessons (110 zł/hr). The certificate examination for adults starts at B1 — but material from A1 and A2 is tested there too.
| Level | Length | Course price | After the course you can | What it is needed for | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | 90 hrs | 9900 zł in a pair 8100 zł | Introduce yourself, shop, ask for directions, talk about your family | Everyday life after moving to Poland | Course A1 → |
| A2 | 90 hrs | 9900 zł in a pair 8100 zł | Talk about the past and your plans, write a simple text, hold a conversation | Foundation for the B1 examination | Course A2 → |
| B1 | 60 hrs | 6600 zł in a pair 5400 zł | Pass all five modules of the certificate examination | Permanent residence card, Polish citizenship | Course B1 → |
| B2 | 70 hrs | 7700 zł in a pair 6300 zł | Write an argumentative essay, take part in a discussion, follow radio and TV | Studying in Polish, diploma recognition | Course B2 → |
| C1 | ca. 90 hrs | ca. 9900 zł in a pair ca. 8100 zł | Choose deliberately between seven registers, deliver a speech | Work carrying linguistic responsibility | Course C1 → |
Not sure which level to begin with?
The descriptions below will help you place yourself. We confirm the final level during the free trial lesson.
How much does a Polish course cost
The hourly rate is the same at every level — only the number of hours in the course differs.
One-to-one
Online lessons, the teacher’s full attention, and times and pace tailored entirely to you.
- Lesson times built around your schedule — mornings, evenings and weekends included
- Reschedule whenever your work pattern changes
- Pace from 1 to 4 lessons per week
- Programme built entirely around your mistakes
- Start at any time, at any level
Free, with no obligation
In a pair
Online with a partner, friend or family member — you both pay less than for one-to-one lessons.
- You agree times together with the teacher
- Natural practice of dialogue from the first lesson
- Same programme and same teacher as one-to-one
- Ideal for couples, siblings or a parent with a child
- Start at any time
Free, with no obligation
No upfront payment for the whole course. You pay month by month and can stop at any time — we refund the value of any unused lessons.
All prices are per participant and include materials.
The fee for the state examination itself is not included in the course price.
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Your teachers
The programme for every level was developed in our school and is based on the requirements set out in the Polish ministerial regulation.
Gabriela Pasek
Director and founder of the school. Qualified teacher of Polish as a foreign language and MA in East Slavic philology. Author of the programme and all teaching materials.
Wiktoria
Prepares students for certificate examinations. Experience interpreting for Polish delegations abroad. Focuses on correct pronunciation.
Julia
Speaks five languages, so she understands the challenges of learning them. Specialist in state examinations and TELC.
Lessons on interactive Miro boards
Whatever the level, lessons take place on virtual Miro boards. Every lesson has a board prepared in advance where you work together — not a shared screen showing a PDF.
- Shared notes created live during the lesson
- Access to all materials 24/7, including after the course
- Real past exam papers at certificate levels
- Full audio and video connection with your teacher
You learn when it suits you
There is no fixed hour you have to fit into. We fit around your week.
Many of our learners combine the course with a full-time job, frequent business travel or shift work. That is why we agree times as we go rather than once for the whole course.
What our learners say
“Thank you so much for preparing me for the B1 exam! I recommend the school and I will definitely come back.”
“Five stars. The materials are genuinely useful and Gabriela explains everything clearly. I study together with my son from different places — it works beautifully.”
“A great school, my daughter is making fast progress and really enjoys the lessons. Highly recommended!”
Polish courses for foreigners — what the whole path looks like
The Polish certification system sets out levels of proficiency in a ministerial regulation. From B1 upwards, each level ends with the option of sitting the state certificate examination. A1 and A2 have no separate examination for adults, but their material is tested in the B1 exam — they are therefore full stages of the same path, not a side track.
How long it takes from zero to a certificate
Someone starting from scratch and aiming for the B1 certificate goes through three courses: A1, A2 and B1 — around 240 teaching hours in total. At two lessons a week that is roughly two and a half years; at four lessons, a little over a year. For English speakers we allow more time than for speakers of Slavic languages, because vocabulary and declension take longer to settle without a Slavic starting point. If you already have some Polish, the path is correspondingly shorter.
How the levels differ
At A1 and A2 you build the foundations: pronunciation, declension and tenses. At B1 you prepare for the state examination for the first time; its certificate is required for a permanent residence card and for a citizenship application. At B2 grammatical accuracy becomes a separately assessed module and writing adds the argumentative essay. At C1 what counts is no longer accuracy but the deliberate choice of one of seven language registers, along with a personal style.
Why we teach online only
We have no physical classrooms and no plans to open any. The reason is practical: a large share of our learners work full time, often on shifts or with frequent travel, and a fixed hour in a specific building is a barrier they cannot clear. Online lessons on Miro boards let us agree times as we go and reschedule instead of losing a lesson, and the materials stay available around the clock, including after the course ends.
Who our courses are for
We teach learners from all over the world. Many are English speakers who have moved to Poland for work, are married to a Polish partner, or need the certificate for residence or citizenship purposes. You can also see our online Polish lessons for other formats.
How to start
Free trial lesson
We check your level and tell you honestly which course to start with.
Choose format and times
You decide: one-to-one or in a pair. We agree times that fit your schedule.
Lessons with one teacher
You work through the full programme with the same person from first lesson to last.
Next level or examination
You move up or — from B1 onwards — sit the certificate examination.
Common questions about our Polish courses
Are lessons held in person?
No. Polski360 is an online-only school — we do not run in-person classes in any city. All lessons take place over the internet, on interactive Miro boards with audio and video. That means you can learn from anywhere in Poland or abroad.
Which level should I start with?
With no prior knowledge you start at A1. If you speak in simple situations but get the endings wrong, A2 is right. If you need a certificate for residence or citizenship, B1 is your target. We make the final decision together during the free trial lesson — we check your level in practice rather than relying on self-assessment.
Do you offer group courses?
For English-speaking learners we offer one-to-one lessons and lessons in a pair. Group courses are not available in this segment — one-to-one lets us set a pace and focus built entirely around you, and the pair format is the more affordable option for couples or family members.
How much does a Polish course cost?
The hourly rate is the same at every level: 110 zł per hour one-to-one and 90 zł per hour per person in a pair. The total depends on the number of hours — the B1 course covers 60 hours (6600 zł one-to-one), the A1 course 90 hours (9900 zł). Payment is monthly, with no long-term contract.
Do I have to pay for the whole course upfront?
No. You pay month by month and can stop at any time — we refund the value of any unused lessons. Unlike schools that require payment for an entire semester in advance, you take no financial risk with us.
Does the teacher speak English?
Yes. In the early lessons your teacher can explain difficult points in English, so you are never left guessing. As the course progresses that becomes less necessary and lessons shift increasingly into Polish.
Can I move from one level to the next?
Yes, and most of our learners do. After finishing a course you move up to the next level, usually with the same teacher, so nobody has to diagnose your mistakes from scratch again. You do not need to declare in advance how far you want to go.
Are materials included in the price?
Yes, at every level and in every format. You buy no textbooks separately, and access to the materials on the Miro boards stays with you after the course ends.
Not sure where to begin?
Book a free trial lesson — we will check your level, recommend the right course and map out a plan at your pace. It costs nothing and commits you to nothing.
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