Scuola Leonardo da VinciSiena, Italy
Scuola Leonardo da Vinci has ceased operations - Permanently closed down
Location: The school is located in a typical Sienese street in the historic centre of Siena, next to Piazza San Domenico and a 3-minute walk from Piazza del Campo.
- The language school Scuola Leonardo da Vinci was founded in Siena, Italy in 1991.
- Legal name / parent company: Centro Linguistico Leonardo da Vinci srl
- Tax registration ID: IT04730940485
- The school is an official exam centerThe following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
Italian Courses
Information for all courses offered by Scuola Leonardo da Vinci
Comments about courses
Student insurance:
Multirisk (emergency medical expenses, personal liability, personal accident, personal belongings): EUR 9 per week.
Multirisk and cancelation (possibility to receive the reimbursement for expenses students had in case of cancelation for health reasons): EUR 10 per week.
Lesson duration
45 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved 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.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 02 Jun 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 08 Dec 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
01 Jan 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 02 Jun 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 08 Dec 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via email.
Lessons needed per Italian language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
Note: All courses offered by Scuola Leonardo da Vinci, Siena can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.
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Scuola Leonardo da Vinci
“Our school is a great place! There’s a really friendly atmosphere and I’m impressed by the professionalism, dedication and teamwork of all our staff. Students come from every country imaginable. Many of them keep coming back year after year.”–Patricia Ramspeck,Director of Scuola Leonardo da Vinci
Accreditations and Quality seals
Italian teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:30
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Scuola Leonardo da Vinci and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
General school facilities
Drink vending machine
Movie room
Lounge
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 8Number of public PC workstations: 1Paid parking (<500m)
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
In summer: 50
Throughout the year: 40
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
Pisa International Airport:
240 € one way
480 € return (both ways)
480 € return (both ways)
Florence Peretola Airport:
210 € one way
420 € return (both ways)
420 € return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Florence Airport Amerigo Vespucci (FLR).
More information about airports around Siena and how to get from the airport to Siena on your own here on our Siena page.
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
40 €
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Ratings of Scuola Leonardo da Vinci compared to ratings of all schools in Italy
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Student opinions about Scuola Leonardo da Vinci, Siena
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Eliana
47 years
“The teacher was very patient and recursive. The policy of not using other languages allows to progress in learning Italian.
The stay is exceptional. The apartment is very well located, comfortable and bright. The owner of the apartment as well as the staff of the school were always very attentive and available to make my stay unforgettable.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss The welcome pack with tips on transport and the city is very good but requires more detail (for example, explanations about the ticket validation on buses and trains, alternatives to buy tickets when the machines do not work, ...).
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Apartment
5.0
Other comments The experience in general is incredible and the value for money is very good.
Course: Super Intensive (20 Group + 5 Individual) - 1 week
11. Jun. 2018
Annette
57 years“The special kindness and helpfulness of all employees. The very competent teachers, the lively and versatile group lessons and the enormously fruitful individual lessons. Also the leisure offer was always very interesting and carried out by great people.”
“The chairs are unfortunately extremely uncomfortable and especially in the cool season ice cold, that you almost catch a bladder infection.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Do participate at the leisure activities!!!
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Apartment
5.0
Course: Intensive Italian Language Course - 2 weeks
18. Apr. 2017
Sally
56 years“I loved my teacher Sonia and I loved the location of the school. I enjoyed it much more than I did at another school in Verona which I attended a couple of years ago. I really enjoyed the course workbook they used also.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss The restaurant suggestions
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Course: Intensive Italian Language Course - 2 weeks
15. Mar. 2016
Christine
65 years“I've always found a contact person, who took care of my concerns. The size of the school is almost "familiar". The recreational activities were carried out with much effort. Merci.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Quickly build contact with other course participants and hence, get to know more. (E.g. about deals and other countries.)
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Homestay
4.0
Other comments I would appreciate it if more information about the outline and the structure of the lessons would be available.
Course: Intensive Course (20 Lektionen) - 1 week
19. Nov. 2014
Anonymous
24 years“Very small, they know you personally within the first day! Time to ask and time for long explanations if you don't understand right away!!!!”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss rent a car and go outside in the countryside! vineyards, lunch costs about 10€ in small village restaurants with cheese and prosciuto in country style!
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
2.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
3.0
Course: One-to-One
19. Feb. 2008
Rosetta
65 years“Excellent teaching. Small group. Friendly helpful staff. An outside courtyard area for student use during breaks. Excellent wifi.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Take advantage of the school organised activities and restaurant/cafe recommendations. We were very happy with the school organised homestay including breakfast and dinner.
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Homestay
5.0
Other comments Lots of fun and good teaching and learning experience.
Course: Italian Tour (Siena 01/06-05/06, Rome 08/06-12/06) - 2 weeks
4. Jul. 2015
Ulrike
54 years“Friendly staff, competent teacher, good extra offers (guided visits to interesting (hidden) places in Siena.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Course: Standard - 2 weeks
16. May. 2011
Andrea
22 years“The staff was super friendly, very organized and helpful. It was be a great atmosphere to learn.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss If you are in Siena during the Palio, you should go to all the activities organized by the school around the race. You catch a lot more and are able to understand the tradition also much better.
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Apartment
5.0
Course: Intensive Italian Language Course - 5 weeks
31. Aug. 2015
Marlies
69 years“Very kind personal and only 4 students in one group! A very competent and patient teacher.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss The rooms in the school were too cold.
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
3.0
Other comments I was very content of the class at this school.
Course: Standard - 1 week
5. Dec. 2007
Iris Charlotte
53 years“Meeting new people, private classes with Franco, guided tours/ lectures with Serena.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Do not miss lectures with Serena, phonetics.... are an absolute must!
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
3.0
Homestay Executive
5.0
Other comments It would be nice if the school organized a little welcome reunion, introducing the staff etc.
Course: Italy Today - Language and Culture Course - 4 weeks
25. Sep. 2012
Julie
63 years“The teacher was very good and patient, and the staff were very friendly and helpful.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss There were NO extracurricular activities, so expect to make your own social life.
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
1.0
Other comments My main complaint: the method is very old fashioned. We studied grammar all day every day, with very little conversational application. I felt like I was back in high school!
Course: Standard - 4 weeks
7. Mar. 2011
Haag
22 years“The level of the classes was good for me and it's great that they start at 9.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss you have to organize your afternoons mostly yourself, there aren't so many offers from the school
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Apartment
5.0
Other comments It's a small and nice school. The teachers are friendly and there is allways someone there to help if you have any questions. It is situated in the center and very close to a big supermaket, that's gret!
Course: Standard - 3 weeks
11. Oct. 2007
Marita
57 years“Good teachers, nice afternoon activities, very helpful and friendly staff.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Stay with a family if possible!
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress: Fantastic teacher.
Course: Intensive Italian Language Course - 2 weeks
17. Jul. 2019
Adelinde
63 years“Commitment of teachers, pleasant atmosphere, small groups, international”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Guided tours, leisure activities
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
2.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
3.0
Other comments Equipment as we did 20 years ago. A new CD player would be already be a step forward.
Course: Super Intensive (20 Group + 5 Individual) [Italienisch] - 2 weeks
28. May. 2018
Maria
24 years“The teacher Franco was the best, even if he was late every morning.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Note that internet is just for 1/2 hour a day! Not much!
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
4.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
3.0
Other comments More internettime! Otherwise everything was almost perfect!! Im very satisfied!
Course: Standard - 4 weeks
29. May. 2008
Erica
64 years“Good organisators/teachers, the whole package was just perfect!”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Course: Italian Language and Culture for Seniors - 2 weeks
15. Nov. 2008
Iris
40 years“A very competent, efficient, sensitive and humorous teacher”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss The school vacation period is great in Siena. During this time there were a lot of (free) concerts and other events.
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
5.0
Course: Standard - 4 weeks
20. Sep. 2010
Inka
29 years“Small groups, many possibilities of free time activities”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss one of the teachers offers city tours that are really good
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
4.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
5.0
Homestay Executive
2.0
Other comments family did not have interest in me, seemed they just wanted the money
Course: Standard - 3 weeks
15. Sep. 2006
Thilo
31 years“Competent teachers, small classes, individual programs”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Apartment
5.0
Course: Standard - 3 weeks
5. Aug. 2008
Derek
63 years“Teaching was good and the teaching groups were small”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Just relax and enjoy the experience. Make sure you go on the optional lectures and excursions, which are a good opportunity to practice more with the guide
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Apartment
5.0
Other comments It is a friendly environment in a good location
Course: Intensive Italian Language Course - 2 weeks
14. Sep. 2018
Delia
25 years“The good teachers and the dinner! Almost famous....”
“Some days in winter it is really cold without heating.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Go to the tea-room!!!
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
4.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Other comments Siena is great, especially in the summer evenings with a bottle of wine and "un sacco di amici" on piazza del campo!
Course: General
12. Nov. 2003
Florian
28 years“Quality of the lessons and the free time program”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss City or museum tours organized by the school
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Other comments Nice atmosphere, friendly stuff, centrally located, good lessons,...
Course: Standard - 2 weeks
28. Apr. 2006
Anonymous
63 years“Nice and kind people, very competent teachers.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss You should join the afternoon and evening events offerd by the school.
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Course: General
4. Nov. 2004
Silvia
48 years“Students of all ages, diverse; large terrace”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
2.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Course: Standard - 4 weeks
20. Sep. 2010
Margit
33 years“Cooking course,organized events, nice teacher”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss trips to San Gimignano, Montalcino,Florence, at Siena Palazzo Pubblico, Museum of the Dome, Castle with wine shop, go to guiding tour from school
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Course: General
18. Dec. 2002
Douglas
63 years“International and age diverse students.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Never be concerned that you don’t know enough to participate.
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Homestay
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress: The only suggestion is that the school might consider giving students an expectation of minimal knowledge. Coming in as a total beginner makes the first two weeks a bit challenging
Other comments Loved it! For me, it was my first step to learning Italian. It won't be my last!
Course: Intensive Italian Language Course - 4 weeks
28. Oct. 2019
Nadia
21 years“The kindness and the help for everything”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss the Palio
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Other comments great school, I'll come back
Course: Standard - 2 weeks
26. Jul. 2007
Fabienne
54 years“Lovely teacher and very lively lessons”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss visit of San Gimignano
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
3.0
Homestay
4.0
Other comments In october, it was very very cold during lessons as the heating was not functioning yet.
Course: Intensive Italian Language Course - 1 week
26. Oct. 2015
Tineke
58 years“The teachers and the social programme.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss The host family was not a good option as they made very little effort to speak Italian with me and they smoked!
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
5.0
Homestay
2.0
Course: La Dolce Vita - 1 week
28. Jun. 2010
Barbara
51 years“It was clean and staff were friendly.”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
4.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Homestay
4.0
Course: Standard - 2 weeks
22. Jun. 2010
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FAQ about Scuola Leonardo da Vinci, Siena
- What is the best price for a course at Scuola Leonardo da Vinci, Siena?
- Is airport pickup offered by Scuola Leonardo da Vinci?Yes. The school offers pickup from Pisa International Airport (240 €), Florence Peretola Airport (210 €)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Scuola Leonardo da Vinci?100% of teachers at Scuola Leonardo da Vinci hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Scuola Leonardo da Vinci from?The highest Nationality percentage at Scuola Leonardo da Vinci comes from USA with a 15% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (12%) and Germany (10%).
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