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The Locations
If you love art and culture, what better place to study Italian than Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance and home to a wealth of museums, churches, and historical sites. Now that Florentines have banished autos from most of the city’s historic center, you’ll find it pleasant and fascinating city to explore on foot. For a classic Tuscan experience, we recommend Lucca, a tidy gem of a town still encased within its famous Patrician walls. Enjoy the relaxed pace while you explore this lovely blend of ancient and modern Italy. It is only one hour from Florence and thirty minutes from Pisa and the sea.
The School
Established in 1980 by an association of Italian language teachers, the language school brings to its students a wealth of experience and research in the teaching of Italian as a foreign language. Courses vary in length, level, and teaching method to satisfy a variety of student needs. The schools are centrally located in each town, often in historic buildings such as the Palazzo Borghese, a 16th century renaissance palace in Florence.
The Classes
These programs incorporate Italian culture and customs into the framework of an active communicative curriculum. Group courses have between 4 to 12 students of all ages and nationalities. At the end of your course, each student receives on request a certificate of attendance, stating the length of the course and the language ability level.
Cultural Activities
Two or three times a week the school arranges cultural activities for students enrolled in the language programs. The options vary depending on the location of the school, but can include: art history lessons, exploring Estruscan archeological sites, day trips to nearby towns, lessons on garden architecture with visits to Villa gardens, concerts, and classes on Tuscan cooking and wine-tasting.
Special Option: Photography Workshops or Art Classes! Capture the beauty of Florence and the surrounding landscapes in photographs or artwork that reflect your individual experience in a creative, artistic, and professional way. Call for details!
Accommodations
Stay with a welcoming Italian host! You will have a private room and share breakfast and dinner with your family. Homes are easily reached by walking or by public transportation, usually within 30 minutes.
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