Maybe you’ve just arrived in Prague and want to make life a little smoother at the post office, or you’ve been here a while but still panic when asked a question in Czech. The truth is, learning any new language takes effort and Czech, with its tricky cases and endings, is often ranked among the hardest.
The good news? You don’t have to rely on Duolingo alone. There are dozens of practical strategies to make progress from reading children’s books, labeling everything in your flat, joining a Czech board game night, or even switching your phone into Czech. Add in daily “power hours” of study, and you’ll be surprised at how quickly small steps add up.
But sometimes, structure helps. Prague is full of schools, tutors, and programs that offer different approaches depending on whether you’re looking for conversational confidence, help for your kids, or serious exam prep. Here are seven distinct ways to boost your language learning journey in the city:
Conversation-first Czech lessons
Learning a language works best through real dialogue, not endless grammar tables. Czech and Italian courses at Dante Praga, an initiative of the non-profit Società Dante Alighieri, focus on conversation and everyday communication for students looking to build real-world language skills. Native-speaking teachers lead group lessons, private tutoring, or online study. While courses are geared toward Italian learners of Czech, all language learners are welcome, no matter your goals or level.
Play-based bilingual education
Children absorb languages best in an environment where communication happens naturally through play, projects, and interaction. It's this model that helps students at Wonderland Academy pick up Czech naturally. Classes are interactive, age-appropriate, and built into a bilingual school environment for children aged 2 to 15. The school supports expat families, helping children settle in while picking up Czech without pressure.
Streamlined lessons for busy learners
If you want simple, focused sessions that fit easily into your week, Solaris Language School offers flexible online courses. Designed for individuals, groups, companies, and those prepping for Czech language exams, lessons are led by founder Karolina Wencelová, who has been teaching Czech for over 20 years. The emphasis is on clear explanations and steady progress.
Creative language learning for kids
The best way for children to stay confident in English while thriving in Czech school settings is through creative, playful activities. This method is at the heart of the drama classes, writing clubs, and weekend workshops at Class Acts. These creative programs for kids aged 2–16, led by native-speaking educators, have been supporting bilingual language development in Prague for 18 years.
Immersive, no-nonsense language training
Jumping straight into conversation, without over-reliance on translation or theory, is the fastest way to build confidence. This is the hallmark of the immersive methods used at the Berlitz Language Centre to get students speaking from day one. Their tried-and-trusted approach builds confidence fast via classes led by native speakers. If you're interested in a language not listed on their site, they'll be happy to assist in finding you a tutor. Study online or in person.
Tailored one-on-one lessons
Moving to a new country is easier when you can truly connect – precisely what Kristína Sekáčová ~ Jazykový Tutoring provides. Leveraging years of teaching experience across Czech, German, Latin, English, and Classical Greek, she offers language education at its finest: in-person or on-line lessons for private learners or companies, emphasizing proper pronunciation, confidence, and cultural context. Each lesson is crafted with focus, retention, and practical success, guiding students beyond textbooks into real-life mastery. Discover lessons where depth, authenticity, and results truly align.
Serious Czech study with academic rigor
For learners who want structured, intensive courses designed to help you ace Czech- language exams while making language skills stick, UJOP Charles University will set you up for success, regardless of whether you’re aiming for citizenship or study. Choose an intensive program or spread out your learning process with evening or weekend classes. Courses run throughout the year, and are led by skilled academics.
To read more tips for learning the Czech, visit our language section.

