Swedish for Adult Learners

We offer Swedish classes all levels from beginner to advanced classes. Each course includes 8 weekly lessons. We run two courses each semester—spring and fall.

Our levels span one year and are divided into four parts: 1a, 1b, 2a, and 2b. All students start at 1a and move forward step by step.

Price

Price for one course (8 lessons): $370 (taxes waived)

All fees are included. The amount you see next to the class when signing up, is the amount you will pay.

Levels

Beginner (1a+b, 2a+b)

For students with little or no prior knowledge of Swedish
Focus on pronunciation, grammar, and basic everyday communication
Students learn to introduce themselves, ask/answer simple questions, and understand basic texts
Includes cultural context

Intermediate (1a+b, 2a+b)

For those who have completed Beginner level or have equivalent experience
Expands vocabulary and skills for routine interactions
Students can understand common expressions, and join short conversations

Upper Intermediate (1a+b, 2a+b)

Suitable for learners with about two years of study or equivalent background
Focus on conversation practice, grammar review, and diverse topics
Enables students to manage social/professional interactions, grasp main ideas in clear speech, and write connected texts

Advanced

For learners with strong foundational knowledge or around three years of previous study
Develops fluency, complex grammar, and listening through discussions and varied content
Students become able to speak fluently, understand detailed speech, and write structured arguments

Conversational

Designed for fluent speakers
Focus on refining fluency and accuracy via discussions on news, TV, and podcasts
Students learn to debate, express nuanced opinions, and comprehend complex texts. Course material: News articles, TV-shows, podcasts

Our teachers

Anne-Louise Pettersson
Native Swede Anne-Louise Pettersson holds a Master’s Degree in Education from Stockholm University. She has been teaching adults at the Scandinavian School since 2005 and is known for her warm and supportive teaching style. Outside the classroom, she enjoys long walks—both in San Francisco and out in nature.

Robert Rosenquist
Native Swede Robert Rosenquist holds a Master’s Degree in Education from Linköping University. Since 2010, he has worked with bilingual and immersion education across all age groups. In his free time, he enjoys hiking, spending time with loved ones, and playing board games like Carcassonne and Puerto Rico.

Monika Stahler
Native Swede Monika Stahler holds a Bachelor’s Degree in English and previously taught ESL in the Bay Area. She now teaches Swedish and serves as the Cultural Programs Manager for Youth Programs at the Scandinavian School. She enjoys hiking, reading, and playing with her family’s cats.

Maria Ramsden
Native swede Maria Ramsden holds a Master's Degree in Swedish Language from Stockholm University, and a Bachelor's Degree in Literature from Lund University. Throughout her career, Maria has taught and implemented comprehensive language curricula for a wide range of students. Apart from a passion for language, literature and cross-cultural understanding, she has an ongoing interest in upcycling and crafts.

Classes October 2025

Beginner 1B (virtual), Maria, Tuesday 6pm-7pm PST, start October 21

Beginner 1B (virtual), Anna-Karin, Tuesday 6.15pm-7.15pm PST, start October 21

Beginner 1B (virtual), Monika, Wednesday 5pm-6pm PST, start October 22

Beginner 2B (virtual), Anna-Karin, Tuesday 5pm-6pm PST, start October 21

Intermediate 2B (virtual), Robert, Tuesday 5pm-6pm PST, start October 21

Upper Intermediate 1B (virtual), Robert, Wednesday 6pm-7.30pm PST, start October 22

Upper Intermediate (virtual), Monika, Wednesday 6pm-7pm PST, start October 22

Advanced (In-person), Anne-Louise, Monday 6.00pm-7.30pm PST, start October 20

Conversational (virtual), Anne-Louise, Tuesday 6.30-7.30pm PST, start October 21

All sales are final. Students can be transferred between different levels, but refunds are not offered.