Our Individual Courses are suitable for all ages and available all year round, from Beginner to Advanced levels. Courses are highly personalized and tailor-made according to the student's requirements, allowing to a very flexible timetable .
Course programme can be focused on either General or Specialized Language, such as Business, Design, Art, Music, Medicine, Law, Marketing, as well as CELI exam techniques and preparation (we are authorized exam centre by University for Foreigners of Perugia for CELI and CIC exams)
In order to improved the student's cultural competences together with their language skills, and to have a more authentic experience, we suggest combining Italian classes with practical activities with the teacher in the afternoon, such as cookery classes, naturalistic hikes and excursions (i.e. Lecco, Como, Milan, Bergamo, Bellagio, Varenna), historical and artistic tours, shopping with personal shopper, and much more.
On top of the above programmes, students can choose among a wide range of optional activities such as adventure sports (windsurf, sailing, kitesurf on the Lake!), horse-riding, golf, wine-tasting, spas... not to mention EXPO 2015 in Milan, which is only half an hour away and definitely worth a visit!
Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities
You can choose from the following class times:
Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.
Average | 1 student |
Maximum | 1 student |
Age range | 6 years old and older |
Average | 40 years old (30 in the summer) |
IH Lake Como was founded in 1983 and has been affiliated to International House since 1995.
Our school is strategically located in the amazing landscapes of the green Brianza, well-connected to the stunning cities of Lecco, Bergamo, Como, Monza, Milano. This is the ideal place where to enjoy an authentic experience, meet local people, and feel part of a community.
At IH Lake Como, you will be welcomed by a professional and dedicated staff in a warm and friendly atmosphere; as an International House centre, you’ll feel at home while part of a worldwide community.
Our modern FACILITIES include 8 bright air-conditioned classrooms, café area, wireless internet, library corner… and delicious Italian ice-cream next door! We guarantee excellent teaching quality, with experienced and qualified TEACHERS that are coordinated and supervised by a full time Director of Studies.
All our group and personalized COURSES include practical sessions to improve communication skills in everyday life situations, in order to prepare yourself for real life studies & work.
Learning a language is also about understanding a culture: our CULTURAL PACKAGES are focused on improving your ability to interact effectively in both everyday life and professional contexts. You can choose among ITALIAN CUISINE, ITALIAN THROUGH ART & CULTURE and DISCOVERING LAKE COMO packages.
We would be delighted to help you choose and arrange the most exciting EXCURSIONS that will make your stay in Italy unforgettable: sailing on Lake Como, visiting local vineyards, relaxing in dream spas, wandering through old towns’ cobblestone abbeys, enjoying cultural travel…
Feel like a real Italian with our amazing SOCIAL PROGRAMMES: typical Aperitivo, pub nights out, cineforum, pizza nights, wine tasting evenings… and much more!
It is very easyu to get here: the closest airports are: Bergamo Orio al Serio, Milano Linate and Milano Malpensa, while the closest train station is Cernusco-Merate, to be reached from Milano Centrale or Milano Porta Garibaldi stations.
We look forward to welcoming you at IH Lake Como!
The nationality and age mix at ih Lake Como varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 40. In the summer, the average age is 30.
teaches students from all over the world, including:
does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
IH Lake Como was founded in 1983 and has been affiliated to International House since 1995.
Our schools is strategically located in the amazing landscapes of the green Brianza, well-connected to the stunning cities of Lecco, Bergamo, Como, Monza, Milano. This is the ideal place where to enjoy an authentic experience, meet local people, and feel part of a community.
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying Italian in Merate. These homes are often between 25 - 50 minutes away from the school by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about homestay housing
We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.
Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.
Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Merate based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.
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