ACADEMIC PROGRAMS & COURSES  //  Register now for the September intensive courses, in-person and online!

Home // About // Polis Consulting Services

Polis Consulting Services

Bringing Immersive Language Learning to Your School

At the Polis Institute, we are committed to transforming language education through the Polis Method, a full-immersion approach grounded in active learning and real-time language use. Our Polis Consulting Services offer schools and institutions the opportunity to bring this transformative method to their classrooms, providing students with a dynamic, engaging way to learn ancient languages, including Latin and Ancient Greek. The method can also be applied to modern languages such as English, Spanish, and others.

What Is the Polis Method?

The Polis Method is an approach to language teaching based on total immersion and dynamic language acquisition principles. Unlike traditional grammar-translation models, the Polis Method creates an environment where students are immersed fully in the target language from day one—speaking, listening, reading, and writing exclusively in the language they are learning. This full immersion builds deeper connections with the language and fosters more natural, fluid communication skills, making it ideal for schools looking to elevate their language programs.

Why Choose Polis Consulting?

Our Polis Consulting Services are designed for educational institutions that seek to improve or establish world-class language programs. By partnering with Polis, you gain access to expert consultants with extensive experience in immersive language teaching methods. Whether you're looking to overhaul your curriculum or train your teaching staff in the Polis Method, we offer tailored solutions to meet your specific needs.

Our consulting services include:

  • Curriculum Development: We work closely with schools to design and implement comprehensive language curricula using the Polis Method, ensuring a standardized and effective approach to language teaching across all grade levels.
  • Teacher Training: Our consultants provide both in-person and online training for teachers, equipping them with the skills and strategies to deliver immersive language instruction.
  • Classroom Observations & Feedback: We offer classroom observation services, followed by detailed feedback and action plans to enhance language teaching practices.
  • Demonstration Lessons: Our team can lead live demonstration classes, showcasing the Polis Method in action and allowing teachers to experience the effectiveness of our approach firsthand.
  • Workshops & Professional Development: We offer a variety of workshops and professional development sessions tailored to the needs of your school, ensuring that your language faculty are fully equipped to succeed.

Consultation on Materials: Assistance in selecting and incorporating Polis books and resources into your curriculum.

Who We Work With

We partner with:
  • K-12 Schools: Classical, public, charter, and private schools that wish to integrate the Polis Method into their language programs.
  • Universities & Colleges: Higher education institutions that want to strengthen their ancient and modern language offerings.
  • Seminaries & Parishes: Religious institutions that wish to teach ancient languages, such as Latin or biblical Greek, in a more natural and engaging way.
  • Homeschooling Networks: Families or networks of homeschool educators aiming to implement proven methods for language instruction.
  • Workshops & Professional Development: We offer a variety of workshops and professional development sessions tailored to the needs of your school, ensuring that your language faculty are fully equipped to succeed.

Consulting Packages Tailored to Your Needs

We understand that each institution has unique needs and goals. That’s why our consulting services are fully customizable. Whether you're interested in a short-term project or a long-term partnership, we will work with you to create a package that best suits your objectives.

Contact Us

Are you ready to bring the Polis Method to your institution? Currently, our consulting services are available in the North American region (U.S.A., Mexico, and Canada). If your school is located in one of these areas, we would love to discuss how we can support your language programs.

Reach out to Guillermo Dillon at [email protected] to schedule a consultation or learn more about our services.