About us
Mikhail Ankudinov
Founder and part of the friendly SmartLab team
More than just a language school
From the very beginning, SmartLab was created not just as a language school, but as a true community — a place that could become an important point of support for our students in a new city. Like many of you, we moved to Novi Sad carrying hopes for a new beginning in our hearts. And we deeply understand how important it is to find stability and a sense of belonging in a new country.
That’s why, in addition to language classes, we organize cultural meetups, excursions, a variety of conversation clubs, and lectures on Serbian culture and history. With us, you won’t just start speaking Serbian — you’ll discover authentic Serbia: its cities, nature, and, of course, its people.
Our mission is to create a unique community for relocants in Novi Sad, where language learning goes hand in hand with a friendly atmosphere and cultural immersion. We aim to help you integrate into your new environment and feel truly at home in your new country.
We know from personal experience: once you master the language, you discover a whole new Serbia. Language is the key to successful adaptation, confidence, and meaningful connections. That’s why we are constantly improving what we do — striving to make our school a place our students enjoy coming to, a second home in Novi Sad.
Perhaps this is why our students have grown so attached to SmartLab, and why we quickly became one of the leading schools in Serbia.
We truly believe in our community and sincerely hope that you will become part of it.
That’s why, in addition to language classes, we organize cultural meetups, excursions, a variety of conversation clubs, and lectures on Serbian culture and history. With us, you won’t just start speaking Serbian — you’ll discover authentic Serbia: its cities, nature, and, of course, its people.
Our mission is to create a unique community for relocants in Novi Sad, where language learning goes hand in hand with a friendly atmosphere and cultural immersion. We aim to help you integrate into your new environment and feel truly at home in your new country.
We know from personal experience: once you master the language, you discover a whole new Serbia. Language is the key to successful adaptation, confidence, and meaningful connections. That’s why we are constantly improving what we do — striving to make our school a place our students enjoy coming to, a second home in Novi Sad.
Perhaps this is why our students have grown so attached to SmartLab, and why we quickly became one of the leading schools in Serbia.
We truly believe in our community and sincerely hope that you will become part of it.
An accredited school with a state-issued certificate
Our Serbian language school is officially accredited by the Ministry of Education of Serbia. This means that:
A state-issued certificate makes admission to Serbian universities easier and can be useful when applying for jobs with local companies.
An advantage for admission and employment
The school’s program complies with national educational standards, which means you study the language using an approved methodology—ensuring high-quality instruction and successful exam results.
Recognized level of proficiency
Our course allows you to obtain a residence permit in Serbia on the basis of language studies, giving you legal status in the country.
Eligibility for a residence permit
You receive an official certificate
A state-issued document confirming your level of Serbian language proficiency. It is recognized by all government institutions in Serbia.
Our teachers
Bojana Tomić
Teacher
She has over 15 years of experience in translation and over 5 years in teaching.
Miodrag Mlikić
Teacher, Cultural Studies Specialist, and Tour Guide
He studied at universities in Novi Sad and Banja Luka. He has been teaching Serbian for over 10 years and holds a licensed tour guide certificate. In addition to Serbian and Russian, he speaks English, German, Polish, Macedonian, and Albanian. He also works with translations from Latin and Church Slavonic.
Ivana Petrović
Teacher B1+
Ivana has deep expertise and extensive experience in teaching Serbian as a foreign language. With specialized training, she conducts intensive courses and classes for B-level groups exclusively in Serbian, creating a fully immersive linguistic and cultural experience.
Peđa Kandić
Teacher
He graduated from the Faculty of Philosophy at the University of Sarajevo. He has been teaching Serbian to for the past year and a half.
Larisa Safjanova
Teacher
For many years, she has worked as a translator in major Serbian companies, building bridges between cultures while teaching the Serbian language.
Sonja Kozić
Teacher
Sonja is a true language enthusiast with a Master’s degree. Her love for literature and her creative approach to teaching make learning Serbian an unforgettable journey. Sonja will help you discover the language through literature and immerse yourself in Serbian culture.
Milica Jelisavčić
Teacher
Milica is a graduate of the Faculty of Philosophy, specializing in Language and Literature. For over 10 years, she has been deeply engaged in studying three languages: Serbian, English, and Russian. In Milica’s classes, students gain a comprehensive understanding of the language, which allows them to start speaking the way native Serbian speakers do from the very first lessons.
Marina Radonjić
Teacher
Marina is a student of philology in Novi Sad. For the past two years, she has been helping students master the Serbian language. Her lessons are based on live communication, practical application of knowledge, and support at every stage of learning. With Marina, learning Serbian becomes easy and engaging!
Dejana Zekić
Teacher
Dejana is a native Serbian speaker, a philologist, and a future PhD holder. She teaches Serbian and knows how to explain acknowledges complex topics in a clear and accessible way. She loves literature and film and makes learning the language engaging and lively.
Marijana Vukotić
Teacher
A philologist and a Serbian language teacher with more than two years of teaching experience. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree, loves teaching, and knows how to find an individual approach to each student. Marijana makes learning Serbian easy and enjoyable!
Ivana Ivanić
School Methodologist
Ivana is a lead methodologist with extensive experience in teaching the Serbian language and developing educational materials. Her professional background and publications can be found on the website of the Faculty of Philosophy at the University of Novi Sad. She designs study programs, ensuring they meet modern teaching methodologies and quality standards.
Ognjen Glamočić
Teacher
Ognen holds both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree from the Faculty of Philosophy at the University of Novi Sad. He has been teaching the Serbian language for five years. Ognen knows how to make the learning process engaging and help students quickly adapt to a new language environment.
Ivana Ratančić
Teacher
Ivana Ratančić completed her bachelor's and master's studies at the Department of Russian Language and Literature at the University of Novi Sad. In high school, she won second place at the national Russian language Olympiad in Serbia and took part in the 13th International Olympiad in Russian Language, organized by the Pushkin State Institute of the Russian Language.
She has been actively teaching Serbian as a foreign language for two years, primarily to adult beginners. In addition to Serbian, Russian, and English, she also speaks Polish and German.
Her greatest strength as a teacher is the ability to create a comfortable atmosphere in class and explain materials clearly to beginners.
She has been actively teaching Serbian as a foreign language for two years, primarily to adult beginners. In addition to Serbian, Russian, and English, she also speaks Polish and German.
Her greatest strength as a teacher is the ability to create a comfortable atmosphere in class and explain materials clearly to beginners.
Galina Tripunović
Teacher
Galina Tripunović graduated from the Faculty of Philosophy at the University of Novi Sad, majoring in Russian Language and Literature. She has been teaching for over ten years and especially enjoys teaching Serbian as a foreign language.
She spent two years in the United States as part of a cultural exchange program, where she gained valuable intercultural experience. Teaching methodology for adults is her particular professional passion, so in her classes she strives to use modern approaches and make every lesson interesting, dynamic, and memorable.
She spent two years in the United States as part of a cultural exchange program, where she gained valuable intercultural experience. Teaching methodology for adults is her particular professional passion, so in her classes she strives to use modern approaches and make every lesson interesting, dynamic, and memorable.
Romana Kosanović
Teacher
Romana Kosanović graduated from the Faculty of Philology, majoring in Russian Language and Literature, and has been teaching Serbian for over 4 years. She also has experience teaching Russian and English. Romana is constantly learning new languages, so she understands well the challenges and discoveries that students face along the way.
In her classes, it is important to create a comfortable, friendly, and fun atmosphere where it's not scary to make mistakes and try to speak. She places great emphasis on conversational practice, while also striving to develop creativity and teach the language through real-life situations.
For Romana, learning a language is not just about grammar and vocabulary — it's also about immersing yourself in culture: humor, slang, traditions, communication nuances, and everything that helps you truly understand people and feel at home in a new linguistic environment.
In her classes, it is important to create a comfortable, friendly, and fun atmosphere where it's not scary to make mistakes and try to speak. She places great emphasis on conversational practice, while also striving to develop creativity and teach the language through real-life situations.
For Romana, learning a language is not just about grammar and vocabulary — it's also about immersing yourself in culture: humor, slang, traditions, communication nuances, and everything that helps you truly understand people and feel at home in a new linguistic environment.
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Student reviews
The people who organize everything — and who also study at SmartLab
Elena Valeeva
School Director
@NoviSad_Smartlab
@NoviSad_Smartlab
Elena is responsible for the school’s organizational operations. She is always ready to listen to your suggestions and help resolve any questions or issues.
Dmitri Vinogradov
Head of Media Content
@SMM_NOVISAD
@SMM_NOVISAD
Dmitry manages the school’s presence on social media, creates educational content, and makes our materials engaging and useful.
Larisa Ankudinova
Project Manager
@SmartLab_NoviSad
@SmartLab_NoviSad
Will tell you about the school and its courses and help resolve organizational matters.
Mihail Ankudinov
Founder of the School
@mikhail_ankudinov
@mikhail_ankudinov
The driving force behind our team. Mikhail not only inspires both staff and students by his example, but also actively takes part in the school’s courses himself, constantly striving for new knowledge.
Aleksandra Bedina
Administrator at Železnička 4
@SmartlangLab_NS
@SmartlangLab_NS
Aleksandra is attentive and responsive, she will help with all organizational matters, provide the necessary information, and make the learning process simple and enjoyable.
Kristina Stepanova
Administrator
@SmartLab_NS_CD
@SmartLab_NS_CD
Kristina is your reliable point of contact at the school, always ready to answer any questions and help with organizing classes.
Darija Litvin
Quality Manager
@SmartLab_Darja
@SmartLab_Darja
Daria ensures that every student receives individual attention and support at every stage — from choosing a course to completing their studies.
Anastasija Moskaleva
Administrator at Cara Dušana
@SmartlangLab_NS
@SmartlangLab_NS
Anastasija is a person who listens to and understands everyone. She quickly resolves all issues related to organization, will provide you with all the necessary information, and will make every effort to make learning easy, comfortable, and joyful.
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