Welcome to Big Ben Language School. Over the 16 years since its foundation, Big Ben has become a presence in English language teaching in Chania. At Big Ben, we pride ourselves on ensuring that all of our students leave us not only with quality, formal certification but also with the ability to communicate fluently in English and the confidence to enjoy doing so.
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Despite having 34 years of teaching experience, both in UK state schools and here in Greece, I find myself constantly learning and developing alongside our students which is what makes Big Ben special.: We are all learning all of the time.
Teachers at Big Ben are all university educated with teaching licenses issued by the Greek state with native or near native English. We are all experienced and trained educationalists with enthusiasm and real passion for what we do. We all take part in regular training in order to be up to date with developments and organize in class and whole school activities such as theatre, community work and projects. We are never bored and therefore never boring!
Despite having 34 years of teaching experience, both in UK state schools and here in Greece, I find myself constantly learning and developing alongside our students which is what makes Big Ben special.: We are all learning all of the time.
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Tim Perks, another of our founding teachers has been with us since 2011. Tim is from the UK and has 26 years of experience teaching TEFL especially at high stakes examination levels. He’s techy, a scientist and is always first in line for theatricals and dressing up. All this in combination with his British sense of humour.
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Dora Perogianni joined us at Big Ben in 2009 and already had many years of experience both as a teacher and as an examiner. Born, raised and educated in Australia the home of Ayers Rock, she has become our rock which can be confirmed by students, parents and her colleagues.
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Sue Galanaki comes from New Zealand where, after graduating in Australia, she started her career as a teacher in Australian state schools. She is an oral examiner for some of the more important examination boards and an expert in teaching writing.
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Poppy Katsaouni, another Aussie, has thirty years of teaching experience and still loves children. Poppy is interested in developing her teaching methods and is instrumental in keeping the big Ben “family” to quote her own words, intact.
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Christina Darmaraki is our newest recruit. She has a BA in English language and linguistics from the national and Kapodistrian university in Athens and training in London. She also has an MA in special education and plenty of experience. A believer in team work, lifelong learning and communication, Christina is a perfect addition to our team.
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Maria Grifaki is our fresh, young talent. She knows everything there is to know about modern methods and online teaching. A graduate of the Department of English Language and Literature in Athens, Maria’s English is better than most Brits’ and her passion for teaching is inspiring.
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I.Markaki 11, 73100
Koumpes, Chania
Monday – Friday
10:00 – 12:00 & 15:00 - 22:00
Weekend Closed
• Friendly and welcoming place
• Positive learning environment
• Educational field trips
• Writing and reading classes
