OUR TEAM
The story behind Learn Swedish Lab
It all started during the pandemic when founder Teodora moved her Swedish lessons online. She began receiving an influx of inquiries, all seeking specialized help. These were people preparing for life-changing opportunities: relocating to Sweden or Finland, obtaining work permits, reuniting with loved ones and securing professional licenses. For many, their dreams hinged on passing challenging Swedish language exams like YKI test, Swedex C1 or TISUS test. They didn’t have time to waste, they needed results.
Through these conversations, Teodora uncovered a significant gap in the market: there were no courses tailored specifically for these exams. Most language schools offered generalized programs, but what students needed was something focused, efficient, and goal-oriented.
Drawing on her own experience of living and studying in Sweden, she joined forces with a team of skilled and passionate teachers – her university colleagues, to create Learn Swedish Lab. This unique bond strengthens our approach, making Learn Swedish Lab more than just a language center.
And so, Learn Swedish Lab was born, with a mission to provide the most effective exam preparation for Swedish language certifications.
OUR TEACHERS
Teodora
Get to Know Teodora
Teodora combined her Bachelor’s in Scandinavian Studies with a Master’s in Project Management to create Learn Swedish Lab, together with her university colleagues. She specialized in Swedish as a second language at Uppsala University. She believes teachers play a vital role in helping students achieve their dreams, and her mission is to provide the most effective, goal-focused language instruction.
Teodora is not only a dedicated teacher and motivator but also a licensed Swedex B2-C1 examiner, bringing expert insight into the exam process to help students succeed.
Today, Teodora lives in Slovenia with her family, connecting with students from all around the world.
Thea
Get to Know Thea
Thea is a licensed Swedex B2C1 examiner and literary translator who believes the seven languages she’s studied so far are her best advantage in teaching, along with a sense of humour and an imaginative mind.
Thea is the mastermind behind our YKI Concept Map Self-study Video Course. Passionate about language learning and education, she continuously explores the latest innovations to ensure our courses remain engaging, effective and tailored to real learning needs.
She enjoys reading, tea and all things new.
Iskra
Get to Know Iskra
Iskra has been a key part of Learn Swedish Lab from the very beginning, earning praise from students for her positivity, energy and ability to make complex concepts easy to understand. Iskra is a Scandinavian Studies graduate specializing in YKI test preparation. Students value her ability to quickly identify their challenges and provide effective solutions.
With her positive attitude, strong support and structured approach, she creates a learning environment where students feel motivated and trust her guidance fully. For Iskra, it is very important to connect with her students and build trust and understanding.
Yasmina
Get to Know Yasmina
Yasmina is a Swedish teacher with a bachelor’s degree in Swedish language, literature and culture. She is currently pursuing her master’s degree, further deepening her knowledge in language teaching. Yasmina is passionate about creating a comfortable learning environment where they feel free to express themselves, make mistakes, and improve.
She has successfully prepared students for YKI, TISUS, and Swedex exams, helping them achieve their goals with confidence. Having learned Swedish as a second language herself, she understands the challenges language learners face and the common mistakes they tend to make in Swedish.
Peter
Get to Know Peter
Skilled in Swedish and Norwegian and currently preparing for the YKI tests, Petar recognizes the challenges of learning a language firsthand. Students rather appreciate his encouraging teaching style mixed up with the international experience, and ability to make learning both practical, interesting and engaging.
Why learn with us?
At Learn Swedish Lab, we know that mastering Swedish isn’t just about passing a test; it’s about unlocking new opportunities and transforming your life.
Our courses are:

built around
your goals

with a strong focus on exam preparation

built around real-world
communication
Join us, and let’s make your Swedish language journey more than just a task.