Your Child Will Start Speaking Russian After Just 3 Lessons
Online lessons for bilingual and multilingual children ages 4–14 that help them preserve their Russian language, communicate with family, and feel more confident.
Free Trial Lesson and Russian Language Assessment
Why Families Choose Palme
Every child follows a personalized learning program — because we know
what matters most to your family.
Preserve the Russian
Language and Culture
For parents who don't want Russian to disappear from their child's life
Give Your Child
an Advantage
For parents who see Russian as a lifelong asset
Stay Connected to
Family and Heritage
For families where Russian is a bridge between generations
How It Works
A simple journey from your first meeting to your child's success
Book a Free Trial LessonFree Assessment
A 30-minute session to evaluate your child's Russian level and understand your family's goals
Personalized Learning Plan & Progress
We match your child with the right teacher and create a customized program based on their age, language level, and your family's goals. Every month, you'll receive a progress report
Live Lessons
Interactive lessons in small groups or one-on-one, scheduled at a convenient time and time zone, with a strong focus on speaking
Practice Through Conversation
Children learn Russian best by using it in real conversations. Regular communication helps them develop language skills faster while keeping them motivated to learn
Russian Programs at Palme School
Three learning options — choose the one that fits your family's needs
Russian for bilinguals
For children who speak Russian at home but are gradually losing it in an English-speaking environment. We build confident speaking, reading, and writing skills
- 2 lessons per week, 40 minutes each
- Join anytime
- Pause your enrollment with no penalties
- Dedicated student advisor
- Free vocabulary practice app
Russian for beginners
For children with no previous Russian experience. See your child's first results in as little as 2 months through games, stories, and live interaction with native-speaking teachers
- Ages 4+, 5 program levels
- Communicative and vocabulary-focused approach
- No rote memorization
- Experienced language teachers
- Free trial lesson
One-on-One Lessons
Personalized attention for your child: every lesson is tailored to their goals, pace, and interests. Perfect for both bilingual children and complete beginners
- 40-minute lessons, flexible scheduling
- Customized learning plan
- Start any day
- All proficiency levels welcome
- Free trial lesson
Palme Online School
Palme Online School was founded by Andrey Akhachinsky to help bilingual children preserve their Russian language skills and stay connected to their cultural heritage, no matter where their family lives. In our supportive, engaging environment, children ages 4-14 learn to speak, read, and write in Russian, while parents receive a clear roadmap that guides their child's progress — from first words to confident conversations with family
Andrey Akhachinsky, Founder of Palme Online School and the Vancouver Theatre
All Subjects
From math to conversation clubs — expanding your child's horizons in Russian
Book a Free Trial LessonMath
Numbers, logic, and problem-solving for every age
More detailsConversation School
Confident speaking skills and meaningful dialogue
More detailsScience
Exploring the natural world through games and experiments
More detailsMental Math
Fast mental calculations and improved focus
More detailsChess
Strategic thinking and concentration skills
More detailsArt
Creativity, color, and self-expression
More detailsGeography
Countries, continents, and world maps
More detailsComputer Science for Kids
Programming and digital thinking skills
More details7-Day Russian Vocabulary Intensive
Every day, your child will have two 15-minute lessons to build a habit of regularly hearing and using Russian.
You will receive access to the intensive after booking a free trial lesson.
Choose the Format That Works Best for Your Child
Start with a free trial, then choose a lesson plan that fits your needs. No hidden fees, clear learning expectations, and bonuses for long-term learning
2 free lessons to meet the teacher and see if the format is right for your child
- Meet the teacher
- Assess your child's level
- Get program recommendations
2 free lessons to meet the teacher and see if the format is right for your child
- Meet the teacher
- Assess your child's level
- Get program recommendations
2 free lessons to meet the teacher and see if the format is right for your child
- Meet the teacher
- Assess your child's level
- Get program recommendations
2 free lessons to meet the teacher and see if the format is right for your child
- Meet the teacher
- Assess your child's level
- Get program recommendations
Palme School vs. Other Learning Options
Palme School
- Individualized program
- Support from a mentor and technical specialist
- Online format and flexible schedule
- Certificate of Completion
- The ability to attend classes
- Referral program
Private Schools
- Individualized program
- Less personalization
- High cost
Private Tutors
- Flexible schedule
- No common program
- Varying levels of teacher training
Self-Learning
- Minimal costs
- This process is difficult to structure.
- Lack of feedback
What Parents Say
Start with a free lesson — then choose the format
that works best for your child
First lesson and assessment — completely free
Leave your contact details — a coordinator will reach out within 24 hours, help choose a convenient time, and match your child with the right teacher.
✓ No commitment or upfront payment required
✓ Lesson with a certified teacher
✓ Parent receives a recommended learning plan
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Frequently Asked Questions
Start with a free lesson — then choose the format that works best for your child
When does a new group start?
You can start learning at any time! Palme School programs are designed as continuous cycles.
Each module includes lessons that repeat in a structured sequence. Once a child has mastered all lessons, the teacher moves them to the next module. You can pause learning and later rejoin the group where you left off.
What do lessons look like?
- We cover topics that children will use in everyday life and real conversations.
- We use interactive formats, pictures, and cartoons.
- Our teaching method develops reading, speaking, and listening skills.
- We provide homework from engaging textbooks to help reinforce new knowledge.
What experience do your teachers have?
Every teacher at our school has more than 5 years of experience working with children, holds a degree in education, and continues professional development with Palme!
Do you teach adults?
Our group classes are designed for children ages 4–17. At the moment, we offer only individual lessons for adults, but we are planning to develop group programs in the future.
What if we don't like it?
We offer two free lessons so you can try the program and meet your teacher.
If something doesn't work out during the learning process, you can cancel your subscription at any time.
Can I try it for free?
Absolutely! Submit an application on our website. Our manager will help schedule a lesson and a free assessment of your child's Russian level.
Are lessons online?
All classes take place online via Zoom.
Do you offer individual lessons?
Palme School offers both individual and group lessons. Our managers will provide more details.
How much time should a child spend on the subject each week?
In our standard group classes, lessons last 40 minutes and take place twice a week. Core subjects also include interactive homework from engaging textbooks.
How can I see my child's progress?
Every parent has a personal account where they can view the class schedule, reminders, and their child's progress. Our teachers also record short feedback videos for each student.
Do you teach Russian as a foreign language?
Yes! We have groups for both bilingual children and beginners learning Russian from scratch.
We invite you to try our courses — the first two lessons are free when you sign up through the form on this page.