Channel Crossings

What Channel Crossings does

Channel Crossings is a Prague-based language and educational services agency founded in 1993 as one of the first private language schools in the Czech Republic, operating as a private limited company (s.r.o.) owned by Pavel Pospíšil and led by CEO Simona Škurková. The company runs three core service divisions: a language school offering group, individual, corporate, and post-secondary programs delivered in-person in Prague-Karlín and online; a translations and interpreting division operating in 60+ world languages through a network of 1,000+ certified translators and 100+ certified interpreters; and a study abroad division placing Czech students at partner schools in the UK, Ireland, Canada, USA, Malta, Germany, France, Spain, Australia, New Zealand, and other countries. Additional services include LEGO Education day camps in partnership with Kiddům for children aged 4–15 and Cambridge English exam preparation and administration.

The company serves a diversified customer base across corporate/enterprise clients (HR/L&D buyers at Czech enterprises such as PwC, Prague Stock Exchange, JABLOTRON, Konica Minolta, Porsche Engineering, White & Case, ČEPRO, and innogy), individual adult learners, recent high school graduates, families seeking study abroad programs, and government/academic institutions. Its go-to-market combines inside sales for corporate accounts, direct-to-consumer online enrollment for individual and study abroad programs, employer benefit platform integration (Sodexo, Edenred, Up, Benefity.cz, ePASS), and event-driven community engagement through pre-departure seminars and education fairs. Pricing is largely quote-based for B2B; consumer-facing prices include 4,899 Kč per semester for public group courses, 26,990 Kč for post-secondary programs, 6,490 Kč for week-long LEGO day camps, and 8,990 Kč for pre-departure seminar packages.

The underlying technology stack comprises an online teaching platform and distance learning infrastructure developed during the 2020 COVID lockdown, AI-supported Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) software for translation efficiency and consistency, and the proprietary REAP teaching methodology (Refresh, Enhance, Activate, Perform) refined over 30+ years of adult language instruction. Quality credentials include ISO 9001 and ISO 17100 certifications for interpreting and translation services, a licensed travel agency registration for study abroad consumer protection, and memberships in ICEF and the Czech-German Chamber of Commerce. In 2026, Channel Crossings merged with Lingua Centrum to form a stronger combined educational group while retaining the Channel Crossings brand as the primary operating name.

Name

Channel Crossings

Legal name

Channel Crossings s.r.o.

Website

https://chc.cz

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Channel Crossings is a Prague-based language and educational services agency founded in 1993, offering language courses, certified translation and interpreting in 60+ languages, and study abroad programs for corporate clients, individual learners, and Czech families.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Language Education and Localization Services

NAICS

Language Schools (611630), Translation and Interpretation Services (54193)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Language & Cross-Cultural Training (BPACANAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

On-Ground Orientation, Travel, Transfers & Logistics Support (EDAIAHAL)

Keywords

• Language school services
• Corporate language training
• Professional translation services
• Interpreting services
• Study abroad programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Praha

HQ country

Czechia

HQ region

Europe

Offices12 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Language Courses (Public, Corporate, Individual): Revenue from group language courses, individual tutoring, corporate language training, and post-secondary language study programs. Delivered in-person in Prague-Karlín and online. Corporate courses billed per company contract; individual courses per semester or per lesson.
2. Translation and Interpreting Services: Revenue from certified/legal translations, court translations, fast/urgent translations, electronic certified translations, and interpreting services (simultaneous, consecutive, whisper). Billed per document or per interpreter-hour. Translation services span 60+ languages with a network of 1,000+ certified translators.
3. Study Abroad and Language Stay Programs: Revenue from organizing international study programs including summer language camps for children and youth, high school study abroad (UK, USA, Canada, Germany, Ireland, France, Spain, New Zealand), university/college programs, and work-and-study programs in Canada. Revenue includes school placement fees, accommodation arrangements, travel services, visa support, and insurance. Operates as a licensed travel agency (Česká obchodní inspekce registered).
4. Day Camps and Children's Programs: Revenue from LEGO Education day camps (partnered with Kiddům) for children aged 4–15. Programs include robotics, programming, and STEM activities. Billed per week-long camp session at prices starting from 6,490 Kč.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Channel Crossings is a Czech language and education services agency delivering group and individual language courses, customized corporate language training, professional translation and interpreting in 60+ languages, proofreading, and study abroad programs including high school exchanges, summer language camps, and work-and-study in Canada. The company also operates LEGO Education day camps for children and administers Cambridge English international exams.

Product overview

Channel Crossings is a language and education services agency offering a comprehensive portfolio of language learning and localization services. The company operates three main divisions: Language School (jazyková škola) offering group courses, individual instruction, corporate training, and post-secondary programs; Translations and Interpreting (překlady a tlumočení) providing professional translation in 60+ languages, interpreting services, and proofreading; and Study Abroad (studium v zahraničí) facilitating international education programs including high school exchanges, summer camps, and work-study programs in Canada. The company also offers specialized services including Cambridge English exam preparation, LEGO Education day camps, and school group trips. In 2026, Channel Crossings merged with Lingua Centrum to form a stronger educational group. The company employs the proprietary REAP teaching methodology developed over 30+ years of experience.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Group Language Courses Systematic group language learning in small groups of up to 10 students following a structured curriculum, delivered in Prague-Karlín or online, using the proprietary REAP teaching methodology across all levels from beginner to advanced.
• Individual Language Courses One-on-one customized language instruction tailored to specific goals, pace, and individual needs for fastest progress toward fluent communication, delivered in-person or online.
• Corporate Language Courses Customized business language training designed for company teams, focusing on real workplace communication for negotiations, presentations, and collaboration, with language audits, progress testing, and flexible in-company or online delivery.
• Post-Secondary Study Program Intensive post-secondary English language program with official student status, running 20 hours per week from September to June, with Cambridge exam preparation, delivered across 11 Czech cities.
• Cambridge English International Exams Cambridge English language certification exams (KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE) accepted by universities and employers worldwide, administered at partner locations with practice tests available.
• Day Camps (LEGO Education) Week-long summer day camps with LEGO Education programming, robotics, coding, and creative activities for children ages 4-15, held at multiple Prague venues with prices starting from 6,490 Kč.
• Translation Services Professional translation services in over 60 languages including court-certified translations, rapid translations, technical translations, and subtitle creation, supported by AI-enhanced CAT software.
• Interpreting Services Interpreting services in over 60 languages including simultaneous, consecutive, and whispered interpreting, with full technical support for conferences, certified under ISO 9001 and ISO 17100.
• Proofreading Services Comprehensive proofreading services including language and style proofreading, pre-press proofreading, comparative proofreading, and back-translation, performed by native speakers and experienced language specialists.
• Study Abroad Programs Comprehensive study abroad services including summer language camps, high school programs in the UK, USA, Canada, Germany, Ireland, France, Spain, and New Zealand, university/college programs, and work-and-study programs in Canada through partnerships with ILAC and Tamwood International College.
• School Group Trips Abroad Language immersion school trips for groups of 15+ students with language instruction, host family accommodation, meals, and insurance to destinations including UK, Ireland, Malta, Germany, Austria, France, and Spain, with Erasmus+ grant support.

Quantifiable outcome

• 98% of study abroad clients would travel with Channel Crossings again
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ICEF (International Association of Language Centres)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChannel Crossings is a member of ICEF, an organization that supports quality in international education and promotes student mobility globally. ICEF membership provides access to a vetted network of international language schools and educational institutions, enhancing Channel Crossings' credibility and partnerships for study abroad placements.
• Česko-německá obchodní a průmyslová komora (Czech-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChannel Crossings became a member of the prestigious Czech-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry in 2024. Membership is described as highly beneficial for the company and its clients, reflecting the level of professionalism that Channel Crossings maintains, particularly in German-language services and cross-border business training.
• Cambridge English (CZ010 Authorized Exam Centre via Evropské Vzdělávací Centrum)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChannel Crossings administers Cambridge English language examinations (KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE) as an authorized preparation and administration centre. Exams are held at partner locations in Mladá Boleslav and Tábor, managed through Evropské Vzdělávací Centrum, the authorized Cambridge English centre CZ010.
• KiddůmcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChannel Crossings partners with Kiddům to deliver LEGO Education summer day camps for children aged 4–15. Kiddům provides the LEGO Education curriculum, trained instructors, and program materials, while Channel Crossings handles marketing, enrollment, and brand presence. Programs include robotics, programming, and STEM activities across multiple Prague-area venues.
• ILAC International College (Toronto, Vancouver)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChannel Crossings is an authorized agent for ILAC International College in Canada, which offers work-and-study programs for students aged 18+ wanting to study business and work in Canada. Channel Crossings handles recruitment, enrollment, and support services for Czech students.
• Tamwood International College (Toronto, Vancouver)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChannel Crossings is an authorized agent for Tamwood International College in Canada, offering work-and-study programs. Partner for the same work-and-study in Canada program as ILAC, providing additional school options for students.
• Erasmus+ Program (EU Educational Mobility)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerChannel Crossings assists schools and teachers in applying for Erasmus+ grants to fund international mobility programs for school groups and educators. Services include grant application support, program organization, and logistics for cultural exchange trips to EU countries.
• Lingua CentrumcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIn 2026, Channel Crossings merged with Lingua Centrum, creating a stronger educational group. This strategic consolidation combines the brands' longstanding experience, quality lecturers, and broad portfolio of language services, increasing teaching capacity and service quality for clients.
• St Giles London, BEET Bournemouth, Hello! Exmouth, Loxdale English Centre, ELC Chester, CES Dublin, Emerald Cultural Institute, and other international language schoolscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChannel Crossings maintains partnerships with hundreds of international language schools across the UK, Ireland, USA, Canada, Malta, Germany, France, Spain, Australia, New Zealand, and other countries. Schools are personally visited and vetted. Partnerships provide exclusive pricing for Czech clients and comprehensive support including enrollment, accommodation, visas, and travel.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• EF Education First: Global private education company with language schools, study abroad, and academic programs. Overlapping study abroad and language school offerings at much larger scale.
• Berlitz Corporation: Global language instruction and cultural training incumbent operating in dozens of countries. Wider portfolio and geographic reach compared to Channel Crossings, but competing for the same corporate language training segment globally.
• Kaplan International Languages: International language school operator running English-language programs and study abroad pathways for students worldwide. Direct overlap on the study abroad and language instruction value chain.
• Wall Street English: Global English language school brand with company-owned and franchise centres. Competes for adult and corporate English learners in overlapping segments.

Emerging players

• Lingoda: Online live-class language school offering group and individual lessons in multiple European languages. Emerging digital-first competitor for adult learners that may cannibalize the traditional in-person Prague classroom model.

Others

• British Council Czech Republic: UK cultural and educational institution offering English language courses and English-teaching qualifications in the Czech market. Adjacent rather than direct competitor but occupies the same adult English-learning segment.

Direct peers

• TLC International House Prague: Czech language school part of the International House worldwide network. Direct overlap on adult and corporate language training in the Prague market with similar scale.
• Skřivánek: Major Czech and Central European translation and interpreting services company. Direct comparable on the translation division, with similar scope across 60+ languages and certified interpreters, and overlapping ISO-quality positioning.
• Akcent International House Prague: Established Prague language school also offering translation/interpreting services and corporate language training. Closest direct competitor in the Czech market on multi-service language agency positioning.
• James Cook Languages: Czech/Slovak language school chain operating multiple city branches with corporate and individual language training. Comparable scale, geographic footprint and target customer base in the Czech Republic.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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