From art to architecture to cuisine, Florence promises it all and much more. Strategically nestled in Tuscany, you can easily access all corners of this region. Surrounded by beautiful countrysides and vineyards, you will not run out of places to see nor do when studying here. As Florence was the birthplace of the Italian Renaissiance, there are also countless collections of art as well as architectural monuments to visit and explore.
Italian Language Schools in Florence
Language courses take place all year round, from Monday to Friday, usually from 9am to 1pm (20 hours a week). Students take a placement test in order to be placed at an appropriate level.
There are seven levels: beginner, elementary, pre-intermediate, intermediate, upper-intermediate, advanced and proficiency according to European standards.
Classes are very small (max.10 people) and no matter the location are held in the city centre. Small class sizes are essential to facilitate the learning process and ensure that focus is placed on the learning requirements of the individual student, and on helping him/her to overcome any difficulties in a friendly environment. The range of courses offered allows the student to adapt the program to their individual needs.
Italian language courses start every Monday. Each student is encouraged to take a short test before starting a course so that his/her language needs can be ascertained, and it can be ensured that they are placed in a group of a similar level of ability and knowledge. On completion of a course the student will be awarded an attendance certificate; in addition, the students are also offered the opportunity to take the officially recognised tests.
FAQ
• All materials are included.
• Small groups from three to 8 people, 10 maximum: These are the best conditions to provide individual help and to follow up each students progress.
• Classes are run by qualified teachers with specialized university degrees
• Each class is run by two different teachers to insure a varied and dynamic teaching experience
• Teachers focus on practical communication: students will directly improve during the lesson through oral training, conversation in real life situations, role plays, recordings and pronunciation.
• Lively and effective teaching methods: Teachers use a wide variety of regularly updated documents (audio and video tapes, newspapers, radio and TV, internet and exercises.
Activities
After spending three hours each morning studying Italian, you will have plenty of time to explore the city and its beautiful surrounding areas. Programs also include spending several afternoons per week participating in many cultural activities such as wine tasting, sightseeing in and around Florence as well as an education of various cultural and historical sites in northern Italy. These activities are conducted in Italian to promote further immersion. There may be an additional fee for full days or weekend excursions which would include transport, meals, entrance fees and/or accommodation.
Accommodation
While taking lessons, you’ll have the option to stay with a homestay family which is highly recommended or in a private apartment. Living with a host family is the most effective way to fully immerse oneself within the language and culture. All families are screened and interviewed by staff. There is also the possibility of renting a furnished apartment for a minimum of a month. Please contact us directly for rates.
Course Fees
This is a general guide to the cost of studying Italian in Florence:
• 2 Weeks 300 euros
• 3 Weeks 450 euros
• 4 Weeks 600 euros
Each Additional Week 150 euros.
Accommodation
• Homestay with a local host
• Standard apartment
• Hotel
Florence is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe and the world, and its no wonder it is one of the most popular places to study Italian in Italy.