We are not a typical Italian language school, but an Italian homestay with Italian language courses near to Rome

My name is Francesca. I wanted to be a teacher already at the age of five. I speak a total of 6 languages as I have a real passion for languages. I consider myself bilingual in Italian (my mother tongue language) and English having lived , studied and taught in the Uk for many years. I am an highly qualified Professor with many years of experience in teaching in schools, colleges and at Oxford Brookes University. After my first degree in Lettere Moderne in Rome (where I was born), I obtained a degree in Modern languages and linguistics in Oxford then followed by a Master Degree, called Itals (Ca Foscari University – Venice) in Teaching and Promoting Italian language and culture to foreign students.

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Study and Learn

The experience I offer is not a typical school but an Italian family homestay. Our Italian courses , at 6 different levels, take place near to Rome in the countryside of Castelli Romani. The Residential (full board) Formula gives you the chance to learn Italian, by having a full immersion, in a small group (2 to 5 students max) of learners ,all at the same level, for 7 or 10 days. You will be practising la Bella Lingua from day one even during meals our outings and being with an Italian traditional family you will be able to learn, at no extra cost, Italian cookery, traditions and culture while experiencing the real lifestyle. We produce our fruit and vegetables but also our olive oil and wine. Guided trips, not only in Rome but also in the surrounding areas, meals conversation, Italian games and programms, Italian cookery, picking up fruit and vegetables, il rito della passeggiata e dell’aperitivo will be precious moments of your Dolce Vita with us.

The Villa is surrounded by a huge garden with a wonderful panorama on the near mountains and sea. Italian seniors courses (for the over 50 of age) are also available and if you are travelling on your own you will be in the right place as you will be well looked after and in good company. If you wish any references from previous students I will be only happy to give you their email addresses. Please do not hesitate to contact me……