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Practical information about learning at Teslak, fees, accommodation, assessment and joining a class.

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Where is Teslak?
JoiningPAMKI House, 1st Floor, Kimathi Street, Nyeri, near Safaricom Customer Care. Call 0748 744 988 or 0724 400 092 if you need directions.
What are your opening hours?
JoiningMonday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:45 PM; Saturday, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Closed Sundays and public holidays. Class schedules are confirmed separately.
Can I visit before registering or paying?
JoiningYes. You are warmly welcome to visit, see the school and ask questions. A visit is encouraged but is not compulsory.
When is the next intake?
JoiningRegistration is continuous and classes start each month. Tell us your course so we can confirm the next suitable class.
Can I get registration help online?
JoiningYes. Contact us on WhatsApp for course guidance and registration assistance. Submit the website enquiry form to request course guidance and registration support. Our team confirms the course, fees and timetable before your place is finalised.
Are online classes live?
Study optionsYes. Online lessons are live and interactive, with direct teacher contact, participation and guidance. They suit learners outside Nyeri, busy professionals and people who travel.
What does hybrid learning mean?
Study optionsHybrid combines physical and online lessons, depending on the programme, class arrangement and your schedule.
Which languages have physical classes?
Study optionsGerman, French, Spanish, English programmes, Kiswahili, Gĩkũyũ/Kikuyu, Mandarin Chinese, Arabic and Kenyan Sign Language have physical, online and hybrid options. Confirm the current arrangement for your course.
Which languages are online only?
Study optionsJapanese, Korean, Portuguese, Italian, Russian, Greek, Dutch, Turkish, Kamba/Kikamba, Luo/Dholuo, Maa/Maasai, Kalenjin, Luhya, Kisii/Ekegusii and Meru. We confirm teacher availability and timetable after enquiry. Ask us about other languages too.
Can I study from another county or country?
Study optionsYes. Join live online lessons or ask about hybrid learning where your course allows it. International learners should share their country and time zone so we can plan an appropriate arrangement.
Do you have evening, weekend or private classes?
Study optionsThese arrangements may be available, subject to the course teacher and current timetable. Tell us your preferred days and times so we can confirm an option and quotation.
Can I take an intensive programme?
Study optionsStandard weekday lessons are 90 minutes daily, Monday to Friday; intensive lessons are 2 hours daily. Super-intensive arrangements of 3–4 hours daily depend on teacher availability and a confirmed timetable. We confirm completion expectations individually.
What is the beginner A1 fee?
Fees and assessmentA2, B1 and B2 are also available; ask for their current fees. International arrangements are quoted separately. View fees and instalments in the fee calculator.
Do I have to restart at A1 if I studied before?
Fees and assessmentNot necessarily. We can assess your current ability and recommend the appropriate class. View fees and instalments in the fee calculator.
How is my progress assessed?
Fees and assessmentTeslak uses Continuous Assessment Tests (CATs) and Random Assessment Tests (RATs) to monitor progress and identify areas needing support. Learners complete the applicable end-of-course assessment. Successful learners receive a Teslak Certificate of Completion. For standard local programmes, these assessments and the Teslak certificate are included in the course fee.
Is the certificate an international qualification?
Fees and assessmentTeslak issues a Certificate of Completion confirming the programme and level completed. When an external examination is needed, we guide you to the relevant examination and assist with booking and registration. The external body’s fees and requirements apply separately.
Are textbooks included?
Fees and assessmentMaterials vary by programme and level. Your teacher will confirm what is required and whether any textbook or additional material must be purchased separately.
Will I receive a payment receipt?
Fees and assessmentYes. Verified payments receive receipts. Physical and electronic receipts are available. Ask our team to confirm the official payment instructions before paying.
What happens after registration?
Learner supportTeslak confirms your course and study arrangement and guides you on payment. After payment verification, you receive a receipt. The administrator and course teacher provide your timetable and explain how lessons will run.
What if I move away from Nyeri?
Learner supportWhere your programme allows, we can help you move to online or hybrid learning and continue progressing. Discuss the arrangement with the administrator and your teacher.
What if I miss a class?
Learner supportInform the administrator or teacher as early as possible. Your teacher will guide you on appropriate catch-up support or a make-up arrangement. A separate make-up lesson is not automatic for every absence.
Do you have student hostels?
AccommodationYes. Teslak helps arrange student accommodation in collaboration with privately operated hostels. Accommodation is provided and managed by the hostel operators. We also assist students who prefer independent living to identify suitable and affordable nearby rooms or houses. Contact us for current availability, fees and inclusions.
What are the hostel security arrangements?
AccommodationControlled access and regulated evening entry times support student safety and an orderly residential environment. Ask for the current residence rules and arrangements.
Can you help me find the school when I arrive?
AccommodationYes. Call 0748 744 988 or 0724 400 092 from the Nyeri bus stage for pickup assistance. We can also help if you are near Lower Equity Bank / Safaricom Customer Care and cannot locate PAMKI House.
Is holiday Gĩkũyũ only for children from abroad?
Children and familiesNo. It also serves Kenyan families whose children live or study in areas where Gĩkũyũ is not commonly spoken and may be visiting Nyeri or Mt. Kenya during the holiday.
Can our family learn Gĩkũyũ from abroad?
Children and familiesYes. Ask about Gĩkũyũ Heritage Online for children, teens, adults and families. Share the learners’ ages, current ability, country, time zone and preferred format for a tailored arrangement.
Can you train our staff or members?
OrganisationsYes. We provide customised training for companies, schools, NGOs, churches and other organisations. Tell us the programme, participant count, location, dates and preferred delivery mode for a quotation.
When does the holiday programme start, and what are the daily class times?
Children and familiesThe programme runs from Monday, 2 November to Friday, 18 December 2026. An additional joining date is Monday, 9 November. Little Explorers and Language Discovery run 9–11 a.m.; Language & Creative Activities runs 9 a.m.–1 p.m., Monday–Friday. Groups are subject to availability. Children sitting school examinations should join after completing them.
Which holiday languages do you offer?
Children and familiesOur Holiday Language & Culture Programme offers German, French, Spanish and Gĩkũyũ (Kikuyu) for ages 4–17. Little Explorers serves ages 4–6 through two hours of playful learning; ages 6–17 choose two-hour Language Discovery or four-hour Language & Creative Activities, Monday–Friday. Book the weeks you need; the programme runs from 2 November to 18 December 2026, with an additional joining date on 9 November. Two-hour packages run 9–11 a.m.; the four-hour package runs 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Groups are subject to availability.
What ages can join the holiday programme?
Children and familiesChildren and teenagers aged 4–17 are welcome. Little Explorers serves ages 4–6. Main groups are 6–9, 10–12 and 13–17, taking previous language knowledge into account. Six-year-olds join Little Explorers or the 6–9 group according to readiness. How old is your child, and which language would they like to study?
How much does the holiday programme cost?
Children and familiesPay weekly before each week begins. Fees cover one selected language and the stated materials and reports. View fees and instalments in the fee calculator.
Do you provide transport or accommodation for the holiday programme?
Children and familiesThis is a day programme. Parents arrange daily drop-off and collection and provide a packed snack and drinking water. Teslak does not provide accommodation or transport for this holiday programme.
Do parents receive progress reports?
Children and familiesYes. All three holiday options include weekly parent progress updates and a final report. A final showcase may be arranged where appropriate.
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