Linguaviva, Florence, Italy

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General Information on Linguaviva

The language school Linguaviva was founded in Florence, Italy in 1976. The school is situated near the central railway station in the city centre of Florence, close to all the shops and restaurants. The school is located in Via Fiume 17, 50123 Florence (Italy).

Facilities

Each classroom has audio-visual equipment to make the learning process easier. The school also has a garden.

Accreditations and Quality seals of Linguaviva, Florence

Airport transfer

Best arrival airport is Florence Peretola.  It takes 30 minutes by taxi or shuttle bus to school.

All prices in € (convert currency). Below the original school prices are displayed.  The 5% DISCOUNT on the tuition fee will automatically be deducted on receipt of your registration.

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1

Intensive Course
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 12
280 € per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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In the morning students develop general Italian language skills; in the afternoon they develop listening, speaking and reading skills in the context of media, film, art, history of arts of current affairs. Non beginner students may start on the 2nd or 3rd Monday after starting date.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 30.Apr.2012, 28.May.2012, 25.Jun.2012, 09.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 01.Oct.2012, 29.Oct.2012, 26.Nov.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:30 Afternoon: 13:30  - 15:00
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

2

Standard
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 12
155 € per week (Based on the price of 24 weeks)

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Non beginners may also start the 2nd or 3rd Monday after the official starting dates(09.01, 06.02, 05.03, 02.04, 30.04, 28.05, 25.06, 09.07, 06.08, 03.09, 01.10, 29.10, 26.11). Minimum duration 2 weeks.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 30.Apr.2012, 28.May.2012, 25.Jun.2012, 09.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 01.Oct.2012, 29.Oct.2012, 26.Nov.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:30 Afternoon: 13:30  - 17:00
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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One-to-One
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 1
900 € per week

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One-to-one courses may start any Monday. Also available 30 lessons per week at 1350 Euros per week per person and 40 lessons at the cost of 1800 Euros per weekper person.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:30 Afternoon: 13:30  - 17:00
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

4

Italian + Arts
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 12
413 € per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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20 lessons of Italian + 10 lessons in one of the following subjects (please specify on your registration form): Digital Photography, Traditional Photography, Fashion Design, Interior Design, Painting. Duration: 4, 8 or 12 weeks.
Starting dates	2012: 09.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 30.Apr.2012, 28.May.2012, 25.Jun.2012, 09.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 01.Oct.2012, 29.Oct.2012, 26.Nov.2012.
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:30 Afternoon: 14:00  - 15:30
Required minimum language level	Lower intermediate (B1)

5

Art History
Lessons per week: 7  | Max. group size: 12
93 € per week (Based on the price of 2 weeks)

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Price in €	--	185	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
This programme focuses on Florentine Renaissance and foresees theoretical lessons and some classes on site (museums, churches, buildings). A minimum of 4 participants is required. Fixed duration 2 weeks. The course is in the afternoon, schedule to be defined every month.
Starting dates	2012: 09.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 30.Apr.2012, 28.May.2012, 25.Jun.2012, 09.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 01.Oct.2012, 29.Oct.2012, 26.Nov.2012.
Required minimum language level	Lower intermediate (B1)

6

Italian + Cooking
Lessons per week: 26  | Max. group size: 12
333 € per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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20 lessons of Italian + 6 cooking classes per week. Cooking classes are in the afternoon, 2 lessons of 3 hours per week, schedule to be defined every month. Duration 2, 3 or 4 weeks. Non beginner students may start on the 2nd or 3rd Monday after starting date (09.01, 06.02, 05.03, 02.04, 30.04, 28.05, 25.06, 09.07, 06.08, 03.09, 01.10, 29.10, 26.11).
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 30.Apr.2012, 28.May.2012, 25.Jun.2012, 09.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 01.Oct.2012, 29.Oct.2012, 26.Nov.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:30 Afternoon: 14:00  - 17:00
Required minimum language level	Lower intermediate (B1)

7

Lignano Summer School for juniors (12-18 years)
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 12
770 € per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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ATTENTION: This course takes place in LIGNANO (100 km from Venice, North of Italy) on the sea. Course is from Sunday to Sunday except the last day of the programme which is Saturday, 28.07.12. Groups are subdivided according to age. Price includes residential accommodation (triple rooms, private bathroom), full board, all material and sports & leisure activities (excursions), supervision. Duration 2, 3, 4 weeks. Sport & leisure activities: use of sporting facilities, private beach, daily participation in afternoon and evening leisure activities. Excursions: once a week. Laundry service offered once a week, each organized activity is attended by our staff. Insurance: each student is insured against accidents and unintentional damages caused to others.
Starting dates	2012: 24.Jun.2012, 01.Jul.2012, 08.Jul.2012, 15.Jul.2012.
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:30
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

8

Cultural Programme for Seniors
Lessons per week: 18  | Max. group size: 10
475 € per week (Based on the price of 2 weeks)

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Holiday language course for mature and senior adults, wishing to combine a pleasant holiday in Italy and enjoy the opportunity of discovering fascinating cultural itineraries (cooking lessons, excursions, lectures, food and wine itineraries).
Starting dates	2012: 10.Sep.2012.
Required minimum language level	Elementary (A2)

9

Super-Intensive
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 12
635 € per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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20 group lessons + 10 individual lessons per week. Non beginners may also start the 2nd or 3rd Monday after the official starting dates (09.01, 06.02, 05.03, 02.04, 30.04, 28.05, 25.06, 09.07, 06.08, 03.09, 01.10, 29.10, 26.11). Minimum duration 2 weeks.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 30.Apr.2012, 28.May.2012, 25.Jun.2012, 09.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 01.Oct.2012, 29.Oct.2012, 26.Nov.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:30 Afternoon: 13:30  - 15:00
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

10

Preparatory for University
Lessons per week: 25  | Max. group size: 15
240 € per week (Based on the price of 10 weeks)

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Price in €	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	2400	--	--
This course is for students who wish to attend an Italian University and pass the entrance examination for Architecture, Academy of Fine Arts, Medicine, Veterinary science, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Engineering. Duration 10 weeks. Textbooks are included in the fee. This course ends on the 3rd August.
Starting dates	2012: 28.May.2012.
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:30 Afternoon: 13:30  - 14:15
Required minimum language level	Lower intermediate (B1)

Note: All courses offered by Linguaviva, Florence can be booked online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form.
Lesson duration (minutes):	45 minutes
School's administrative fee:	80.00  €
Individual classes:	Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 45 €. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Exams offered:	CILS
Average examination results:	95% at CILS
Language school closed:	In 2012 (including national and regional bank holidays): 09.Apr.2012, 25.Apr.2012, 01.May.2012, 15.Aug.2012, 01.Nov.2012, 24.Dec.2012, 25.Dec.2012, 26.Dec.2012, 27.Dec.2012, 28.Dec.2012, 29.Dec.2012, 30.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):	Japanese, Russian, German, Italian, English
Comments about courses:	Please note that the lessons are suspended from 24.12.2012 to 05.01.2013. The cost of the materials is not included and may vary depending on the type of course.

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Shared flat
Single room, No meals  | Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 600 € per month

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Distance from school: 15 minutes walking Includes: TV, Kitchen, Heating, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 22 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Homestay
Single room, Breakfast  | Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 640 € per month

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Kitchen cannot be used to prepare meals, the families will prepare the meals you book. Distance from school: 15 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Heating, Breakfast, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 23 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Homestay
Single room, Half board  | Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 1000 € per month

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Kitchen cannot be used to prepare meals, the families will prepare the meals you book. Distance from school: 15 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Heating, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 36 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Homestay
Single room, No meals  | Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 600 € per month

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Kitchen can be used. Distance from school: 15 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Kitchen, Heating, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable.

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Homestay
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast  | Minimum stay in weeks: 2
120 € per week

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Price in €	120	240	360	480	120
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Kitchen cannot be used to prepare meals, the families will prepare the meals you book. Prices are per person. Distance from school: 15 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Heating, Breakfast, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room (only for 2 people travelling together). No extra nights bookable.

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Homestay
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Half board  | Minimum stay in weeks: 2
200 € per week

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Price in €	200	400	600	800	200
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Kitchen cannot be used to prepare meals, the families will prepare the meals you book. Prices are per person. Distance from school: 15 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Heating, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room (only for 2 people travelling together). No extra nights bookable.

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Homestay
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals  | Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 440 € per month

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Price in €	--	220	330	440	110
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Kitchen can be used. Distance from school: 15 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Kitchen, Heating, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room (only for 2 people travelling together). No extra nights bookable.

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Private flat
Single room, No meals  | Minimum stay in weeks: 2
400 € per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per room Suitable for 1 or 2 persons. Rates start FROM 400 euro per week and may vary depending on the season. To be booked directly. The school will provide info about recommended real estate agencies. Distance from school: 15 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Kitchen, Heating, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable.

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Shared flat
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals  | Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 440 € per month

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Minors can be ONLY be booked in homestay accommodation. Minimum age for this type of accommodation 18. Distance from school: 15 minutes walking Includes: TV, Kitchen, Heating, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room (only for 2 people travelling together). Price extra night: 22 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

 

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Hostel Shared room (multiple beds)
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91 € per week

Comment	All accommodation options are located in the centre or in residential areas surrounding the centre at 10/15 minutes by bus.
Max. 1 student of each nationality possible?	yes
Single room	always
Optional airport transfer:	Florence: for 55 € (one way) Taxi costs about 30 € to the city center

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