Learning Italian

Discover the language of art, passion, and la dolce vita.
Italian is more than beautiful words – it’s the rhythm of opera, the flavour of espresso, and the warmth of a culture that celebrates life. Spoken across Italy and beyond, it connects you to centuries of creativity, elegance, and human expression.

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Step into a world of connection, culture and possibility

Open doors to a rich cultural heritage

Whether you’re planning a trip, pursuing new career paths, or simply drawn to its charm, learning Italian invites you into a world where every conversation feels like poetry.
Our group courses offer a hands-on, inspiring journey into the heart of Italian language and culture — where learning feels as rewarding as living it.

Italian Classes

What course do you want?

Join our small group classes to learn with experienced, qualified teachers who will guide and encourage you from absolute beginner level as far as you want to go. In-person classes in Bishops Stortford and Enfield are for a maximum of 8 students so you get the best of individual attention and the fun of learning with others.

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Italian for Beginners

This course will take you from Ciao! and Due caffe, per favore to being able to navigate your way through day-to-day life. You will be able to introduce yourself and get to know the people you meet. You will be able to understand travel and directions, order food and arrange accommodation. With our friendly, supportive teachers you will build your communication – mostly listening and speaking at this level. You will also use a textbook in the lessons, and for your self-study between lessons, so you always have something to refer back to.

No previous knowledge is required. It is suitable for complete beginners as well as people who have spent some time on apps like Duolingo.

This course is scheduled in Bishops Stortford, Enfield and Online for interactive, face-to-face lessons

There is one lesson per week (1.5 hours) and the course lasts for 3 terms each of two
modules of 6 weeks. This broadly matches the school terms and holidays.

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Elementary Italian (A2 level)

Expand your ability to talk and understand Italian in this second level class which is taught mostly in Italian. You will be able to make plans, order in a restaurant, describe your home, clothes and talk about things in the past. You will be expressing preferences and opinions, talking about shopping, clothing and asking for permission or favours. Yes, you will be beginning to interact successfully and enjoyably in a wide range of settings and have a growing understanding of Italian culture.

This course is designed for students who have had one year’s lessons or equivalent. You should be able to hold a simple conversation on familiar everyday topics. Confidence and fluency are not expected!

This course is scheduled in Bishops Stortford and Enfield for interactive, face-to-face
lessons

There is one lesson per week (1.5 hours) and the course lasts for 3 terms each of two
modules of 6 weeks. This broadly matches the school terms and holidays.

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Regular Access

Pre-intermediate Italian (B1 Level)

Continue to improve your Italian, especially speaking and reading. You will appreciate wider aspects of Italian grammar and be reading and watching more advanced films and stories. The course will be held in Italian. You will use a textbook and authentic material to extend your knowledge of the language and culture. You will also do some written work in your self- study time.

Students should have complete the equivalent of two years of courses or equivalent. You should be able to take part in simple exhanges in everyday professional or personal life with a sympathetic native speaker

This course is scheduled in Bishops Stortford and Online for interactive, face-to-face lessons

There is one lesson per week (1.5 hours) and the course lasts for 3 terms each of two
modules of 6 weeks. This broadly matches the school terms and holidays.

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