Reviews of L'Italiano Porticando, Turin, Italy
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Average Rating
4.7
Overall rating
L'Italiano Porticando, Turin, Italy
L'Italiano Porticando, Turin, Italy
Based on 178 reviews of former students of L'Italiano Porticando
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Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (1 rating)
Students 18-30 years (20 ratings)
Students 31-49 years (35 ratings)
Students 50+ years (118 ratings)
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Individual Reviews
L'Italiano Porticando
26. May. 2026
Pieter (62 years) 
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Course: Intensive Course - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The teacher was great. There was a good atmosphere at the school."
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18. May. 2026
Ron (64 years) Course: Standard + Conversation - 1 week
Course: Standard + Conversation - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Participating teachers."
Negative aspects
"Traffic noise with the windows open."
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"Hidden gem."
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21. Apr. 2026
Helena (64 years) 
Course: 2 weeks
Course: 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"I felt very well taken care of and supported. The lessons were excellent."
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City/place
"Absolutely beautiful. It's totally underrated."
Accommodation
"The hostess was very nice. I felt right at home."
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20. Apr. 2026
Didier (68 years) 
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Course: Intensive Course - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Everything—the classes, the teachers, who are friendly, patient, and knowledgeable."
Negative aspects
"Nothing."
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1. Dec. 2025
Barbara (58 years) Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Management has very high quality standards, good organization of classes, motivated teachers."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"The additional cultural offerings."
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13. Oct. 2025
Chieko (69 years) 
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The textbooks are original, and once you complete one, you feel like you could become an expert on Turin!
Although the classrooms are on the 3rd floor, there is an elevator, so it's safe even for the elderly.
There are many classes, and you can get to know various people through the excursions!"
Negative aspects
"The classrooms on the street side are noisy and one cannot open the windows."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"There were no male teachers."
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City/place
"There is no noisy atmosphere like in Milan and I felt relatively safe. There are many retail stores and restaurants to enjoy just walking around."
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"It was interesting to see the different nationalities and understand the differences in national characteristics."
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25. Sep. 2025
Ulrike (55 years) Course: Bildungsurlaub Course - 2 weeks
Course: Bildungsurlaub Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Very good didactics in class. You get your own workbook!"
Negative aspects
"Facilities such as the library, lounge, bistro/café could be designed a little better."
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Other comments
"A very (personally) warm school, with three great and committed principals."
City/place
"It was much more modern and elegant than expected."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Very challenging."
Accommodation
"I stayed with a very friendly, open-minded and interested lady who always spoke to me in Italian and also involved me socially. I had everything I needed and lots of information and suggestions. I would love to come back!"
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2. Sep. 2025
Anna (60 years) 
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Course: Intensive Course - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Very good organisation of the work of the secretariat.
There is a very cordial (almost family) atmosphere in the school.
Additional activities allowed me to get to know the city better and thanks to the guide lady I learned a lot about the history of the city.
The classes in my group were led by a wonderful teacher. Already after
a week of classes, I feel that I am expressing myself much more freely in Italian.
I am very satisfied and in the future I will want to take the course organised by L'Italiano Porticando school in Turin again."
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"A very nice, clean and undoubtedly worth visiting city."
Accommodation
"Super-sympathetic atmosphere in the house, room comfortable and very clean. All my wishes for breakfast were immediately taken into account. I am VERY satisfied."
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5. Aug. 2025
Ruth (59 years) United Kingdom Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Very friendly."
Negative aspects
"Nothing."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Chocolate tasting. Le stick. The cinema museum. Egyptian museum."
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Other comments
"Perfect location."
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"Brilliant! So surprising! Something new to everyday. Really wonderful city."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Tricky level , challenging but excellent! I learned a lot!"
Accommodation
"Monica was very nice. She was generous and helped me with the bus ticket. She made me vegan food. I liked her very much."
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29. Jul. 2025
Flora (39 years) Switzerland Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Overall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Teachers, class organization, content."
Negative aspects
"Nothing specific."
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24. Jun. 2025
Elizabeth (74 years) Australia Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Met my needs."
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City/place
"Great but not in summer."
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"Food was great."
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17. Mar. 2025
Nicky (67 years) Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Course: Standard Course - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Friendly and perfect level that suited me! Also only 3 in the class so really learned a lot!!
Very good teacher (Alessandra) who taught with humor yet in depth!
And the afternoon activities were very interesting and wonderfully supervised by Laura!!!"
Negative aspects
"I would have liked to have had an organized activity every afternoon. And then also some museum visits.
But the activities that were there were very interesting and wonderfully guided by Laura."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Mola Antoniella and the Cinema Museum"
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Other comments
"Strong approach to determining the level of the lesson for each student."
City/place
"Definitely worth returning to soak up more art and culture."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Good"
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14. Oct. 2024
Colette (72 years) Ireland Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Excellent teachers.
After school activities.
Positive, inclusive friendly atmosphere."
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"Elegant, interesting city.
Friendly, helpful locals.
Lots to see and do."
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7. Oct. 2024
Inari (69 years) Finland Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Teaching was good."
Negative aspects
"Afternoon programme was not so interesting."
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City/place
"Clean and friendly, many things to see."
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16. Sep. 2024
Penny (63 years) United States Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Our teacher was professional and efficient with her methods. She, from the start, makes everyone feel welcome and energized to be learn. Her assistance throughout the course was superb."
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City/place
"Excellent destination. Culture, cuisine and city all great."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Good pace."
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11. Sep. 2024
Uwe (63 years) Course: Bildungsurlaub Course - 1 week
Course: Bildungsurlaub Course - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"8 students and one teacher - very good!!! A fully motivated and emotional teacher."
Negative aspects
"Hardly any digital offers, explanation of Italian terms in English - nice if everyone knows English!"
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"Very nice, motivated teachers with a lot of commitment."
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9. Sep. 2024
Martin (37 years) Course: Bildungsurlaub Course - 1 week
Course: Bildungsurlaub Course - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Ilenja, our teacher, was great. For her, it's a calling, not just a job! The teaching materials were also very good!"
Negative aspects
"There were no weak points. The rooms are not super modern, but they have charm."
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City/place
"Nice. Should get more attention."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Intensive. A lot of content in a very short time. Nevertheless understandable."
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5. Aug. 2024
Sylvia (65 years) Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The afternoon programme was great, the warm atmosphere, the overall organisation, the lessons."
Negative aspects
"The air conditioning only worked on the last day."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"The historical excursions."
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City/place
"It is a beautiful city with a diverse cultural wealth. The centre is historically well preserved with many sights."
Accommodation
"The welcome was very friendly The hosts spent a lot of time with the guests; they asked about my wishes and responded to them."
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23. Jul. 2024
Andreas (51 years) Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Course: Intensive Course - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Support goes far beyond the classroom. The teachers and the secretary's office provide advice on how to optimise your development. They give tips on podcasts etc. on how you can improve after the course with a little initiative or at least - until the next course - not forget everything again."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Temporary exhibitions at the Museum of Photography"
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Other comments
"All the staff were very, very helpful. The ‘Italian only rule’ was challenging for beginners but it helps you to progress."
City/place
"Great. Almost everything can be reached on foot within 20-30 minutes. Public transport is excellent and easy to use. Beautiful parks throughout the city and along the river Po make it easy to find a place to relax, swim or sunbathe."
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"For me, 4 hours a day was a bit much. However, the teacher took my waning attention span into account in the 4th lesson."
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16. Jul. 2024
Antonia (35 years) Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The school is wonderful. The teachers are all so nice and highly motivated. The whole atmosphere at the school is very happy and friendly. All the leisure activities were also really good and very interesting."
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"Super beginner course, highly motivated teacher"
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1. Jul. 2024
Andreas Martin (64 years) Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Excellent teacher and good teaching materials."
Negative aspects
"The lounge and coffee area could be nicer and with self-service or free coffee machines. I found it old-fashioned."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Take a trip to the mountains at the weekend - e.g. visit Lago Aviliagno"
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City/place
"It shouldn't be said, but Turin is a great city that is not too crowded with tourists and is well worth seeing, thanks to the fact that it is not yet too well known. The proximity to the mountains is great!"
Accommodation
"The landlady is just great - a real dream of a landlady who cares, plans activities together but also gives you freedom. The room is very nice and the whole flat can be shared. Brilliant."
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28. May. 2024
Elena (80 years) Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Lessons"
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Other comments
"Good school"
City/place
"The historic center is larger and more beautiful than expected."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Too much learning material in a short time"
Accommodation
"Dinner only possible from 8:00 p.m"
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27. May. 2024
Rachelle (76 years) United States Course: Standard + Cinema - 1 week
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Well run by truly caring administrators. Best teachers I have had in an Italian school. Lovely students. Pleasant facilities."
Negative aspects
"Can’t think of anything!"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"If you need anything, ask the administrators. They will do everything possible to make you happy."
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Other comments
"A terrific experience. A wonderful, happy, fun learning experience!"
City/place
"Much to my surprise, I loved it. Perfect size, SO much to see and do, Very walkable, lots of cultural activities. Wonderful cafes and restaurants."
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"Fantastic and meaningful."
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13. May. 2024
Regina (52 years) Course: Intensive + Individual - 5 weeks
Course: Intensive + Individual - 5 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The school is very personal and responds to the wishes of the “students”. The cultural offering is top!"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Participate in as many activities as possible"
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Other comments
"The school is very personal!"
City/place
"I absolutely love Turin!"
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"Top"
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29. Apr. 2024
Stefan (63 years) Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Course: Intensive Course - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Personal contact, very friendly teaching staff. Interesting conversation!"
Negative aspects
"The tables wobble a little"
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22. Apr. 2024
Colette (72 years) Ireland Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Excellent dedicated teachers and office staff."
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"Great teacher"
Accommodation
"My accommodation was excellent, breakfast was very tasty and my host was lovely, always there to help me."
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17. Apr. 2024
Brenda (74 years) United Kingdom Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The school was one of the best I have been to in Italy. Excellent teaching and varied activity programme."
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City/place
"Very affordable city with plenty to see and do."
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"Very worthwhile, excellent teaching."
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5. Apr. 2024
Doris (68 years) Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Small groups; nice, competent and patient teachers; also otherwise nice and helpful staff"
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"Great!"
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3. Apr. 2024
Dr. Hermann (68 years) Course: Intensive + Business Italian - 1 week
Course: Intensive + Business Italian - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The location"
Negative aspects
"Methodology from the Stone Age. Grammar boot camp instead of the joys of culture and communication."
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"Disappointing"
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4. Dec. 2023
Irmingard (64 years) Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"I am delighted. Everything was perfect.
I can only recommend this school.
The teachers are of an exceptionally high standard, directly overqualified for a language school, but this benefits the students. Well-balanced lessons - a good mix of speaking, listening and grammar. I made great progress and the guided excursions with Laura were first class.
The secretary's office responds to all requests. I would very much like to come back."
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City/place
"I know a lot of big cities, but Turin is the only one I could imagine living in permanently"
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31. Oct. 2023
Cornelique (67 years) Course: 50+ Course - 1 week
Course: 50+ Course - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"A relaxed atmosphere. Small class of 4 people. Nice and helpful."
Negative aspects
"None"
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City/place
"Beautiful historic city"
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31. Oct. 2023
Suzanne (80 years) United Kingdom Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"All the above positive ratings, plus the friendliness and helpfulness of everyone."
Negative aspects
"Can't think of anything."
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City/place
"Most interesting - did not have enough time to visit all the museums and palaces that I wished to see."
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16. Oct. 2023
Laura (61 years) United States Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Everything was in Italian and the staff is very friendly and supportive."
Negative aspects
"I'm in a unique situation of knowing the grammar however not being able to converse. I was placed in a class which was too fast for me to comprehend and respond."
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Other comments
"Overall would recommend"
City/place
"Enjoyed my time in Torino and took a day trip to Alba"
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"Would love a conversational course!"
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3. Oct. 2023
Martine (22 years) Norway Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Very good teacher and small classes, which makes it easier to talk."
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12. Sep. 2023
Monika (59 years) Sweden Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"I became motivated to study there. I like the mix of students"
Negative aspects
"Technical equipment is a little out of date"
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"Good"
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5. Sep. 2023
Martine (68 years) Course: 50+ Course - 1 week
Course: 50+ Course - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The courses and outings are very well organised. Great fun! Worth repeating!"
Negative aspects
"Nothing to say"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Cinema Museum, Egyptian Museum"
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City/place
"Turin is a place to discover"
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"Good balance between courses and activities"
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22. May. 2023
Hans (55 years) Belgium Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Professional organisation, good teachers, school is well equipped."
Negative aspects
"Perhaps start classes at 9? taking 4 hour classes leaves little time to find a restaurant for pranzo (near the school, they all shut for pranzo at 3 pm)."
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City/place
"Nice northern city, but a bit un-typical for Italy. In the city centre 3 days are enough to visit the landmarks."
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22. May. 2023
Krystyna (71 years) Australia Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Everything. However, of note was that the proprietors were super friendly and helpful."
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9. May. 2023
Peter (69 years) Course: Standard + Conversation - 2 weeks
Course: Standard + Conversation - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Very friendly reception, good atmosphere in all areas: in the classes, during breaks, among the teachers and with the staff in the office. All this encouraged not to switch to the mother tongue."
Negative aspects
"Small suggestion: include more audio + video sequences."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Take advantage of as many offers as possible!"
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"Not love at first sight but love at second sight!"
Quality of teaching / language progress
"The additional courses, conversation + private lessons, were very helpful and are absolutely recommendable."
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17. Apr. 2023
María Asunción (64 years) 
Course: Intensive + Italian Music - 2 weeks
Course: Intensive + Italian Music - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"It is a fantastic school, I loved the facilities, I was very grateful that they turned on the heating every day, despite not being very cold days. The atmosphere is wonderful, they had lots of details with the students, like laying Easter eggs and the "Colomba pasquale" another day. The visits, great. The teacher was great and everyone was very friendly."
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3. Apr. 2023
Eva (47 years) Course: Intensive Course - 3 weeks
Course: Intensive Course - 3 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The warm and helpful nature of all the staff was just great!"
Negative aspects
"Unfortunately, I only found out too late that a certificate of language proficiency could be issued with a week's extension."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Consider getting a certificate and then book a four-week course. Allow more time to see more of the city's beauty. Spend a lot of time in the city with the locals."
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Other comments
"The organisation and materials are very good!"
City/place
"I have to come back. I was overwhelmed by what this city has to offer and how beautiful it is."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Level, class size, lecturer (teacher) were really perfect for me. The mixed nature of the participants was really pleasant."
Accommodation
"The hostess is a real treasure! Very eager and helpful without being demanding. I felt very comfortable!"
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28. Mar. 2023
Sanne (23 years) Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Commitment, enthusiasm and ambition."
Negative aspects
"Personally, the activities on offer did not attract me much."
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City/place
"A cosy city! Not too crowded but cosy. Very versatile. In terms of cuisine and catering very attractive. Beautiful nature around the city. Beautiful!"
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13. Mar. 2023
Yuen (40 years) Hong Kong Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
"The teachers are very good. Even I stay just for a week. I've already learned a lot. And the location of the accommodation is great"
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City/place
"Very convenient city but less tourist then Rome or Milan. I really enjoy the atmosphere. Just an hour away from Milan if you take the flight. And it's very close to the mountain area if you like hiking and skiing."
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7. Mar. 2023
André (66 years) Course: Small Group Course 20 - 2 weeks
Course: Small Group Course 20 - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Really good organization, with passionate and skilled teachers. The course brochure is well done, and the atmosphere was really friendly. Bravo"
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"Extremely kind, and discussions added up some cultural exchange to the courses."
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27. Feb. 2023
Jennifer (57 years) Course: Intensive + Individual - 3 weeks
Course: Intensive + Individual - 3 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Dedicated teachers with a lot of expertise. Interesting afternoon activities with excellent guidance."
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"Very beautiful elegant city"
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3. Nov. 2022
Nick (34 years) Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Course: Standard Course - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Nice teacher, atmosphere and people!"
Negative aspects
"Entry level somewhat difficult to estimate but that worked out fine."
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"Nice, plenty to do!"
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31. Oct. 2022
Pia (28 years) Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Course: Intensive Course - 1 weekOverall rating
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"Our teacher Allesandra was great! She put a lot of thought into the tasks and had a good feeling what we need to progress!"
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31. Oct. 2022
Rene (63 years) Netherlands Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Organisation / Welcoming atmosphere / Professionalism / Didactic skills of the teachers"
Negative aspects
"Nothing really"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"The afternoon programme: I did not participate in all the offerings, but there are excursions and other activities a few times a week."
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"Friendly and open atmosphere, balanced and well structured study material and a diversity of forms, exercises and topics to stimulate the learning process."
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"Exciting, interesting history, lively and open. Also: noisy, smoggy, chaotic sometimes. A big city with big city facilities and big city problems. I like that, but you may not. Mountains in the background: great."
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"The intensive course was intense but really really worthwhile. I was placed in 'Intermedio' at first, but after the first hours to 'Intermedio avanzato' for the rest of the two weeks. I am very positive about the precise and thoughtful approach of the tutors and organisation."
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19. Sep. 2022
Birgit (54 years) Course: Standard + Conversation - 1 week
Course: Standard + Conversation - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Very warm atmosphere, very committed teachers, good teaching material"
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"Definitely worth a visit!"
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26. Jul. 2022
Gaby (52 years) Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Course: Intensive Course - 1 weekOverall rating
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"Incredibly warm atmosphere. I felt immediately welcomed, as if I had been there for the umpteenth time. The lessons start at 9.30 am and are very relaxed. There were only four of us in the course and the teacher was very patient with us :-) The classroom was air-conditioned, which was great at 36 degrees, but not a given with the current electricity prices. There was something for everyone at the afternoon events. A great, somehow almost familiar school with very 'colourful', diverse, international students!"
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"Casa Martini ! Absolutely worth it :-)"
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"A great new discovery for me!!!
An alternative to the overcrowded Milan. My absolute tip :-)"
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30. May. 2022
Sibylle (63 years) Course: 50+ Course - 1 week
Course: 50+ Course - 1 weekOverall rating
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"I really liked the flexibility, the friendliness and the very nice and attentive atmosphere."
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"A wonderfully patient host mother who cooked me soooo delicious food. Terrific!!!"
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30. Apr. 2022
Ida Florentina (19 years) Course: Private Lessons 20 - 2 weeks
Course: Private Lessons 20 - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Very nice and helpful teachers! Practical and well-structured teaching materials."
Negative aspects
"Unfortunately, a lot of money for an Italian course in which the teacher spoke neither English nor German and was rather less motivated to teach her language to others.
(Not showing up on some days, ending the class early...)"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Before booking, check if the teacher speaks English or your mother tongue. If not, consider whether it is necessary for you to "communicate more easily" or with Google Translate."
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"Very charming city with historical landmarks, many exciting museums, green parks and many cafés, restaurants, bars..."
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11. Oct. 2021
Andrea (57 years) Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Course: Intensive Course - 1 weekOverall rating
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"Great teachers and a very friendly, funny, competent team."
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30. Sep. 2019
Paul (61 years) United Kingdom Course: 50+ Course - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
"Warm welcome and friendly staff."
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"I took a course with Italian Porticando last year and enjoyed it so much a decided to return."
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"Turin is my favourite Italian city - a pleasure to return"
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"One of the few schools to offer a seniors course at all levels. Conversational focus was what I needed."
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22. Aug. 2019
Kornelia (63 years) Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The teachers and the management team are great. The rooms are bright, friendly and clean. The school always offers mineral water during class. For free. And every day at 11 o'clock there is a meeting of all students and teachers in the "salone" to drink an espresso or tea, talk to each other and find out about excursions and city tours."
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"The excursion to the Langhe is highly recommended."
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"It's simply a great place to learn Italian."
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"The school is right in the center. Very close to very good restaurant. There is also an information sheet in the school. The pedestrian zone starts right around the corner. From there, you can explore many sights on foot. I myself have been to the opera, to various plays and to the cinema. There are still really big cinemas there, which has screenings already at 4 pm. I already speak Italian well and have explored and seen a lot. There are interesting markets all over Turin, with the Porta Palazzo market being the best. Especially the farmers' market, where fresh products from the area are offered, and the market hall (Mercato centrale) right next to it, where you can choose raw products that are then prepared directly. There are various excursions organized by the school. I went to the Langhe with them. It's a wine-growing area around Alba. Beautiful area. There was a wine tasting with typical small dishes from the area. Very, very good. It also included a city tour in Alba with a visit to a hazelnut factory. There you could try differently prepared hazelnuts and products made from hazelnuts and see the production process. It was very nice, too."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Very good, motivated and motivating teachers. Plus a great management team that takes care of everything and everyone. Always helpful and friendly. Everyone who works there is interested in good, success-oriented teaching. You can learn Italian very well here."
Accommodation
"The hostess was very friendly and helpful. I booked accommodation without meals. I could cook something for myself in the kitchen. There was space for my groceries in the refrigerator. Dishes, pots, etc. everything was there. I could use the washing machine and hang laundry on the balcony in good weather. The apartment is located in a beautiful palazzo. The room is large, has a double bed, wardrobe, desk, chairs. Everything is clean and tidy. There is a bathroom with a toilet, sink, bidet and shower. A bus stop is right around the corner and the Torino Porta Nuova train station is around 15 minutes' walk away."
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17. Aug. 2019
Francisco Javier (60 years) Spain Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeks
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"It is a small, family school with excellent teachers (at least the ones I had). They offer high quality afternoon activities (some free and some for an additional fee).
The library, where you can borrow books and DVDs as well as the area for self-study is quite small. However, they allow you to use the classrooms when they are free."
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"Being a small school, it is ideal for beginners or an intermediate level. They might not really have the advanced level or they might call it advanced when it really isn't."
City/place
"A very interesting city, with many historical monuments from the Savoyard era, large squares, lots of entertainment in the streets, good restaurants not excessively expensive and markets and shops of all kinds."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"The 50+ course was excellent, only 4 students in class, based on Italian culture and with an excellent teacher.
The additional week was also very good. Although with more students (9), another excellent teacher who encouraged to participate in class and the material used was very adequate."
Accommodation
"Although the apartment is not luxurious it has everything you need and is well located.
They do not change towels, sheets, or clean until departure, so for long stays you must clean everything yourself. There is a washing machine, iron, clothesline, cleaning supplies, etc.
In August there are hardly any people to attend the apartments if there is any problem."
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25. Apr. 2019
Jean-jacques (63 years) Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Course: Intensive Course - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Friendliness of the school staff"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"The visit of the places and castles"
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"I would have liked afternoon classes ( 2 or 3 hours )"
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"Nice city, generally clean, well structured with lots of bars and restaurants well distributed in the city.
Beautiful churches and castles to visit!
Fine clothing stores.
Italians are not very sympathetic, dry, without empathy towards others! Should not need information!"
Accommodation
"Stale bread during the stay, not very pleasant!
The rest: OK!
Very little exchange with the landlord, too bad!"
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21. Mar. 2019
Paulina (46 years) Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Very nice teachers, great afternoon trips."
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"I liked everything at school, teachers, organization, breaks with other students, teaching system."
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11. Feb. 2019
Ingeborg (56 years) Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Friendly people, great organization, good quality of education"
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27. Nov. 2018
Jean Pierre Donjoux (72 years) Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Friendliness, general atmosphere"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Visits of the various monuments"
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"I'm thinking of coming back."
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27. Nov. 2018
Paul (60 years) United Kingdom Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
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"A friendly school with a good mix of students and first-class teachers"
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1. Nov. 2018
Beth (61 years) Course: 50+ Course - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
"High quality teaching materials and techniques"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"There was only one beginner class that doesn't start at the beginning every week, so if you are a beginner check when the very beginners will start. I jumped into week two of the beginner class and I would have been lost if I had not done some prior studying."
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24. Aug. 2018
Alberto (71 years) Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Course: Intensive Course - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The friendly atmosphere, the location and the super efficient teacher"
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"Serious and competent"
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6. Apr. 2018
Simone (76 years) Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Course: Standard Course - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The quality of the teaching, the relaxed atmosphere, the effective listening, the interest of the activities offered"
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"It is a school I recommend highly."
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20. Nov. 2017
Marie-louise (28 years) Switzerland Course: Intensive + Conversation - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"The teachers and the staff are extremly welcoming, friendly and open - I guess real Italians. :) There is tea, coffee and cookies for free during the breaks.
Even though I just took four lessons durning my first week, the school gave me the beginner volume of their schoolbook, plus the next week the following volume. Their own school material is really practical because you have everything you need already together and don't need to collect papers and put them in order yourself."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"My hostmum brought me to some "Lindy Hop" events. This was a great opportunity for me to get in touch with locals. The people at these events are very friendly and will teach you some steps to be able to dance with them.
If you're interested in participating in any local activity, you should check out the "casa del quartiere". They organise different courses and help you to get in touch with locals."
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"The hostmum they organised for me was amazing. The food she cooked for me was real Italien style: with anti-pasti, primo, secondo and dolci. She also took me on a ride on her Vespa (typical Italian scooter) when we went to the center. In general she was very caring and interested in talking to me, telling me more about the life of Italians which helped me improve my Italian even more AND gave me an insight into the culture."
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25. Oct. 2017
Teresa (59 years) Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
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"The encounter with the new students was great, but most of the time I was to attend an after-school tour with Laura who is enthusiastic, knowledgeable and speaks very clearly in Italian. We brought in experts to connect us with other students and provide us with a unique experience that only Turino can offer!"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Students should apply for as many excursions as possible. It's a great way to learn Italian listening and speaking skills while discovering new parts of the city and culture."
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"All the teachers were very kind, knowledgeable and dedicated to their work. We were taught by a teacher called Laura for two weeks. She was very patient, understanding, and systematic in her teaching methods, without making us feel bored!"
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23. Oct. 2017
Jasprit (64 years) Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Social activities and excursions through the city led by Laura."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"The excursions led by Laura are a great way to get used to Italy and to meet and get to know other students. Also, the classmates provide a wonderful social outlet."
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"The school was in a beautiful location and Torino is one of the most beautiful cities in the world."
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1. May. 2017
Renate (48 years) United Kingdom Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"The teaching was fantastic, the atmosphere was incredibly friendly."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Go on the city walks with Laura, she has incredible knowledge."
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"Simply wonderful!!!"
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13. Mar. 2017
Elisabeth (58 years) Course: 50+ Course - 1 week
Course: 50+ Course - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Small school with a family flair"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Competent and committed city tour by Laura"
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"Unfortunately my course 50+ was canceled, so I had to visit the standard course. Had I been informed in time, I would have moved the course. In the end the week was still successful for me."
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27. Feb. 2017
Josephine (50 years) Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Course: Intensive Course - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Quality of education, professionnal, available & fun teachers"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Cinema Museum in Plaza St Carlos."
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"All good, nothing to say"
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23. Jan. 2017
Rosalind (57 years) United Kingdom Course: Standard Course - 1 week
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"Everyone was so friendly but it was also a serious learning atmosphere. Lovely teachers. Beautiful building."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Not really."
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"I loved it and would recommend it to anyone."
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27. Nov. 2016
Ryoko (66 years) Course: Intensive + Individual - 2 weeks
Course: Intensive + Individual - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"School size and class"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Social activities generally begin at 14:30 so it is better to be free in the afternoon if you want parteciparci"
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"I really liked the 'school atmosphere"
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7. Nov. 2016
Ritva (70 years) Finland Course: 50+ Course - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
"The enthusiasm and the expertise of my teacher, Caterina, plus the extra curricular activities."
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6. Jul. 2016
Jennifer (34 years) Course: Bildungsurlaub Course - 2 weeks
Course: Bildungsurlaub Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The school is very relaxed, all staff is very friendly. The welfare of students is in the foreground here. Teaching in small classes was lot of fun and I learned a lot."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Join the free time activities! These are very interesting and you learn along the way a lot of Italian."
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10. Mar. 2016
Gisèle Thérèse Gabrielle (58 years) Course: Standard + Architecture - 1 week
Course: Standard + Architecture - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Friendliness, quality of teachers, the family side. I really loved the accommodation."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Visits, breaks are very nice, and form a group and school identity"
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"The thematic activities are very interesting. (Architecture) I had registered for 3 hours in the morning but found myself in a group registered for 4 hours, I therefore have also extended the course to follow this term."
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8. Mar. 2016
Paul (66 years) Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Good students and adequacy with the level of courses"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Historical center- superga- Capuchin"
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"Beautiful school- nice atmosphere"
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10. Dec. 2015
Virginia (67 years) Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Small class size, and students from all nationalities communicating completely in Italian."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Take advantage of as many sponsored after-school activities as you can. It will enhance your language ability and enrich your overall experience. Bring an edible treat from your home culture to share at one of the coffee breaks."
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"The staff are all wonderful and caring, and lots of fun."
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16. Nov. 2015
Elisabeth (68 years) Course: 2 weeks
Course: 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The excellent and relaxed atmosphere"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"No, just to join in everything"
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"Slightly more diverse curriculum, a lot of emphasis on grammar and too little on conversation"
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18. Aug. 2015
Montse (38 years) Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
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"The teachers, their attention, the school's location, the proximity of the residence and the schedules."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Sign up in the extra-curricular activities organized by the school."
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22. Jul. 2015
Myriam (39 years) Course: Standard + Conversation - 1 week
Course: Standard + Conversation - 1 weekOverall rating
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"I've enjoyed everything"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Courses and activities; although we do not do all the activities, it is important to participate in them in order to speak, and exchange with others students."
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"Attentive and great team"
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30. Jun. 2015
Aira (71 years) Course: Intensive Course - 3 weeks
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"I made the progress with the language that I was looking for and would like to continue with my studies. Any recommendation near Milano this fall?
The city of Torino is great.
Thank you"
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25. May. 2015
Sonia (40 years) Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The quality of teaching and their friendliness of teachers."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Visits to tourist sites."
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"Very good school to learn Italian with very competent and friendly teachers."
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20. Apr. 2015
Sabine (52 years) Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeks
Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
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"The nice ambience, competent teacher, the methods ... everything !!"
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9. Mar. 2015
Sharon (56 years) United Kingdom Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
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"The owners of the school were so welcoming and created a very homely, friendly atmosphere."
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"Go on Laura's afternoon excursions - she is so knowledgeable and interesting. I learnt so much about Turin and improved my Italian at the same time."
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"I was very impressed with the specially designed coursebook we received, and our teacher who was enthusiastic and patient. My Italian really improved in the month I spent there and I am hoping to be able to go back later in the year to do the next level."
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22. Dec. 2014
Virginia (66 years) Course: 2 weeks
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"The friendly staff, who made everything fun while maintaining a professional approach. I especially liked that everything was said in Italian from the first minute, but in such a way that even a beginner could have at least partial understanding."
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"The after-school enrichment activities are great for learning about the city and the culture, but also are a reinforcement of what you are learning in the classroom. It's like having your own private tour guide to the city."
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"Although my session occurred over a national holiday, the staff made sure that none of us lost any instruction time. They planned an extra hour on several days, and offered me a private lesson since I was not going to be around the following week for the final make-up hour."
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6. Nov. 2014
Yumi (56 years) 
Course: Bildungsurlaub Course - 1 week
Course: Bildungsurlaub Course - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The environment and the atmosphere. Each student had the clear purpose of the study and the atmosphere was serious."
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"The school staff and teachers treat us like friends. You can feel very comfortable."
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"The school is small and the atmosphere is friendly. The facilities are well organized and the texts are good. It's easy to participate the extracurricular activities."
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3. Nov. 2014
Martin (42 years) Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Course: Intensive Course - 1 weekOverall rating
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"The kindness of the teachers and of the team in general"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Outings organized by school"
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16. Sep. 2014
Marie-madeleine (73 years) France Course: Standard + Conversation - 1 week
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"The teaching. The visits, the coffee breaks."
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15. Sep. 2014
Elisabeth (54 years) Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Course: Intensive Course - 1 weekOverall rating
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"The caring nature of the school leaders, the daily oral information during morning break, the familiar atmosphere"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"The afternoon activities and the Saturday offer for an excursion outside the city"
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"Highly recommendable"
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19. Aug. 2014
Carolyn (50 years) Australia Course: Intensive + Individual - 4 weeks
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"The teaching staff was really engaged with every student, and did their best to ensure you got the most out of the learning experience"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Take the organised afternoon tours"
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"I would recommend this school to anyone considering studying in Italy"
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26. May. 2014
Kaynova (45 years) 
Course: Standard + Individual - 1 week
Course: Standard + Individual - 1 weekOverall rating
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"My teacher Georgia - the teaching method, the lesson structure with the details which help to understand the language better. Excellent organization, very considerate attention. I received the training materials prepared by the school as soon as I arrived."
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"It is very interesting to study at this school, there is an additional programme for students, very interesting lessons."
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28. Apr. 2014
Patricia (24 years) Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
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"I especially enjoyed the small groups (3 students) because the classes were particularly intense. Also, the learning content was perfectly adapted to the language level of each individual. In addition, the class was international and you were forced to speak Italian from the beginning which increased the learning success! I would go back there anytime!"
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"It's worth to participate in the afternoon activities even if they cost money, because you can not only learn something about the city and its history, but it also gives you the opportunity to practice Italian in the afternoon and to make friends."
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25. Feb. 2014
Claudia (36 years) Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
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"Well structured lessons. Well-trained teachers. Friendly, funny, serious, typically Italian, sympathetic."
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"Warm clothes in February."
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25. Nov. 2013
Zamil (50 years) Saudi Arabia Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
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"Teaching, my teacher was great"
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28. Oct. 2013
Katharina (63 years) Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeksOverall rating
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"Housed in a beautiful historic building, small-> personal approach, nice staff."
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"Turin has a lot to offer, but the Film Museum and the Egyptian Museum are real champions. Make sure you have a bike ride along the river Po when the weather is good."
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15. Sep. 2013
Mia (36 years) Finland Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
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"Great teachers, good atmosphere, best location"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Join the activities, see the city, it's one of a kind"
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9. Sep. 2013
Christine (55 years) Course: Intensive + Literature - 1 week
Course: Intensive + Literature - 1 weekOverall rating
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"Hospitality - located in city-centre -"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Visit of the city-center with the school"
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9. Sep. 2013
Mireille (59 years) Course: 1 week
Course: 1 weekOverall rating
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"Courses focused on Italy"
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30. Jul. 2013
Mitra (45 years) Course: Business - 2 weeks
Course: Business - 2 weeksOverall rating
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"The personal support by the entire team and the familiar atmosphere. The course material is very appealing and is also related to Turin, its history, sights and culture."
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"Definitely join the competently lead excursions."
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29. Apr. 2013
Monique (68 years) Course: Intensive + Conversation - 1 week
Course: Intensive + Conversation - 1 weekOverall rating
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"The classrooms, the atmosphere, the hospitality, the organisation."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Museums and the center of Turin. At the school, the wine tasting."
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"Everything was fine. The only problem for me was that the level of the course was a little low so it did not stimulate me enough. Very good conversation course."
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