Classes in all Standard Italian Language Courses are held from 9.00am to 1.00pm, Mondays to Fridays. The first three hours of the italian language course are principally dedicated to grammar and syntax skills while the last hour is dedicated primarily to conversation and commincation skills.
Each 4-hour morning session includes two short breaks totalling 20 minutes. Included in the Standard Language Course are two weekly afternoon activities: a guided tour of Verona with an Art History professor focusing on different aspects of the city's art, architecture and history each week and the screening of an Italian film at the school. On the first day of our school LINGUA IT all students (beginners excluded) sit a short test to ascertain which italian course level is most appropriate for them to join. Students also take a test at the completion of each language course level to evaluate their progress and determine whether they are ready to move on to the next level . There are six standard italian language course levels.
The maximum number of students in any class is ten while a minimum requirement of 2 pupils is needed to activate the course.
Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities
Lingua IT does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.
Average | 7 students |
Maximum | 10 students |
Age range | 16 years old and older |
Average | 35 years old (27 in the summer) |
The school was founded in 2002 and is located in the historical centre of Verona, surrounded by all its most important monuments. In 2000 the whole town was listed as a World Heritage site by the UNESCO and therefore studying Italian in Verona means getting to know a cultural and artistic heritage that is recognized at a worldwide level. The school premises are in the Volpini-Jenna Palace, an ancient noble building, which is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in Verona. The interior was recently renovated in order to offer students an inviting modern and functional environment, equipped with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi Internet access in all rooms. LINGUA IT offers Intensive Language Courses at all levels plus a variety of weekly guided tours, cultural and leisure activities. The small size of the school allows the entire staff, from secretary to teachers, to follow each student's entire stay, devoting a level of personal attention that goes beyond basic teaching, making everybody feel at home.
has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in Italy. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.
The nationality and age mix at Lingua IT varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 35. In the summer, the average age is 27.
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.
The school is located in the historical centre of Verona, surrounded by all its most important monuments. In 2000 the whole town was listed as a World Heritage site by the UNESCO. The school premises are in the Volpini-Jenna Palace, an ancient noble building, which is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in Verona.
Staff at Lingua IT are very kind and helpful. Groups are heterogenous in terms of age and background. This makes the learning experience very rich. My teacher, Paula, was excellent and provided opportunities to speak, write, read and listen, which
improved our use of grammar and vocabulary. School is centrally located. I missed a coffee machine inside the school building but we could go to get coffee round the corner. School organises nice cultural activities to do after classes. Enrico, in charge of the art history visits is wonderful at explaining and sharing his passion for art history. Andrea, at the kitchen, is excellent at teaching how to cook some of the iconic Italian dishes. I liked to stay with the family as I was able to interact with them. Overall, I had an excellent experience, a truly immersion language experience.
Everything was great: the teachers were professional, very kind, always in good spirit. The school is ideally located, the classrooms are well equipped and pleasant, student groups are small, activities in the afternoon are fun and / or cultural. It is impossible to find something that went wrong while I was studying with this school.
Show details » Read more...I really did not want to leave from Verona. Verona is a very beautiful small and romantic city. The people there are very nice and normal ;) I really enjoyed it. Also I learned with some great persons in the class. We were about 6 students. A great group (I miss them) The teachers were also very organized, friendly and had a lot of patience with us.
The staying at Nicoletta was fine, I really enjoyed it that we had our own space. It felt like it was our home (I was there with a friend of mine) I will come again for sure and for more than just one week. It was one of my best experience!!! Thank you so much!
Everything was perfect, everybody was nice and heartful. I enjoyed it to stay in this perfect location in verona. The lesson was hard but good :) Welcome drink at the first day was very nice! Thank you to everyone and hopefully see you soon
Show details » Read more...Everything about this school is positive. The classrooms are nice, fitted for the size of classes, i.e. the number of students. teachers are as always very good, friendly and forthcoming. The location in the city center is perfect, nothing more to say. activities are well dosed for those, who like to do more as well as for others who prefer to have a rather leisurely time.
Accommodation was the best I ever had anywhere, anytime, and I have traveled a lot. You learn not only in the school, but also at home, perfect. There is nothing to say about things i would not like, Verona is a very clean city and the Veronese are doing everything to keep the city clean.
Thank you.
For me it was perfect. Classes very small, teachers fantastic, location perfect, activities very interesting with our very knowledgeable guide/teacher Enrico who not only made things interesting but also a lot of fun. I cannot comment on housing as I arranged my own (I opted for a hotel). All teachers at the school were so friendly and enthusiastic. I particularly liked the way in which each student on finishing their course was presented with a certificate at a delightful lighthearted ceremony. Fellow students from all around the world all seemed to blend perfectly. But with all things in life you get out of it what you put in!! I recommend Caffe Borsari for coffee mid morning. Best coffee in Verona. Another suggestion for the afternoon is a Prosecco in Piazza Erbe!!
Show details » Read more...Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying Italian in Verona. These homes are often between 5 - 20 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
It is possible to live in a rented apartment during your study in Verona, but this tends to be more expensive. Lingua IT provides some assistance with apartment rentals or you can rent an apartment on your own. Learn more about apartment 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. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged 50 € when you register.
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 Verona based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
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