Accademia Leonardo Salerno, Italy
- The only Italian school in Italy that has a professional kitchen where cooking courses and classes are run together with language classes.
- Housed in a historic noble building in the center of the city overlooking the city’s botanical garden and Theatre Verdi.
- Learning progress guarantee.
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
Location: Accademia Leonardo Salerno is located in the culturally rich city of Salerno, in Italy's Campania region. The school is housed in a historic noble building in the centre of the City of Salerno, with restaurants, pizzerias, shops and beaches just a few steps away. Attractions within walking distance of the school include the Villa Comunale de Salerno Park, the Piazza della Libertà, Spiaggia Santa Teresa and the Botanical garden- Giardino della Minerva.
Course selection: The school supplies Italian courses for students of all levels, over several age groups. In addition to General Italian, taught over various schedules and intensities, the school also provides Senior 50+ programmes, Junior courses, Teacher Training programmes and Cultural courses several times throughout the year.
Getting around: Accademia Leonardo Salerno is around a 1km walk from Salerno's central train station and is a few steps away from the closest bus routes and ferry terminal. Students can easily explore the city and the rest of the Amalfi Coast with ease.
Accommodation: The school has a range of options to offer students for accommodation. These options include homestays within local families, shared apartments, bed & breakfasts, Youth hostels and individual apartments.
Social and cultural: Salerno is ripe with activities and excursions that take advantage of the city's beautiful surroundings. The school often arrange activities such as dinners, guided tours, kayaking on the Amalfi Coast, mountain bike trails and trekking.
Italian Courses
Intensive Course
30 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from€380€361 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 24 | 32 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 380 361 | 700 665 | 990 941 | 1,280 1,216 | 1,800 1,710 | 2,320 2,204 | 0 | 4,240 4,028 | 6,000 5,700 | 7,680 7,296 | 10,560 10,032 |
| Price in US$ | 426 | 784 | 1,108 | 1,432 | 2,014 | 2,596 | 4,743 | 6,712 | 8,592 | 11,813 |
- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:2026: 07 Jan 2026, 19 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 16 Mar 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 13 Apr 2026, 27 Apr 2026, 11 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 22 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 14 Sep 2026, 28 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 26 Oct 2026, 09 Nov 2026, 23 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026, 14 Dec 2026See starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an Italian course before:
01 Jan 2026
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:30 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12, 16, 24, 32, 48 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Standard Course20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from€260€247 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 24 | 32 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 260 247 | 480 456 | 660 627 | 820 779 | 1,200 1,140 | 1,560 1,482 | 0 | 2,800 2,660 | 3,720 3,534 | 4,640 4,408 | 6,480 6,156 |
| Price in US$ | 291 | 537 | 739 | 918 | 1,343 | 1,746 | 3,133 | 4,162 | 5,191 | 7,249 |
- Starting dates
- 2026: 05 Jan 2026, 19 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 16 Mar 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 13 Apr 2026, 27 Apr 2026, 11 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 22 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 14 Sep 2026, 28 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 26 Oct 2026, 09 Nov 2026, 23 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026, 14 Dec 2026
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12, 16, 24, 32, 48 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Intensive Plus Course (20 group + 5 individual)25 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from€435€414 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 24 | 32 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 435 414 | 830 789 | 1,185 1,126 | 1,520 1,444 | 2,250 2,138 | 2,960 2,812 | 0 | 5,600 5,320 | 7,920 7,524 | 10,240 9,728 | 14,880 14,136 |
| Price in US$ | 487 | 929 | 1,326 | 1,701 | 2,517 | 3,312 | 6,265 | 8,860 | 11,455 | 16,646 |
- Starting dates
- 2026: 05 Jan 2026, 19 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 16 Mar 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 13 Apr 2026, 27 Apr 2026, 11 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 22 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 14 Sep 2026, 28 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 26 Oct 2026, 09 Nov 2026, 23 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026, 14 Dec 2026
- General course schedule
- 5 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:30 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12, 16, 24, 32, 48 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Senior Course 50+20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from€460€437 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 460 437 | 900 855 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 515 | 1,007 |
- Starting dates
- 2026: 25 May 2026, 12 Oct 2026
This course consists of the standard course and activities. The standard course will take place with other students from the school. The activities are with students specifically taking the senior course and other students.
There is a minimum of four students for the course to take place.
Included are guided tours of the city and surrounding areas, a cooking class, wine tasting and tasting of typical produce, visits to farms producing oil and mozzarella, etc.
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 50 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Online Private Lessons 10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€360€342 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 360 342 | 700 665 | 1,020 969 | 1,360 1,292 | 1,650 1,568 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 403 | 784 | 1,141 | 1,522 | 1,846 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Private Lessons10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€380€361 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 380 361 | 740 703 | 1,080 1,026 | 1,440 1,368 | 1,750 1,663 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 426 | 828 | 1,209 | 1,611 | 1,958 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Lessons can be tailored to the student's needs and requests. Ideal for students who want to progress quickly.
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Private Professional Course15 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€600€570 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 600 570 | 1,200 1,140 | 1,800 1,710 | 2,400 2,280 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 672 | 1,343 | 2,014 | 2,685 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Our prices for Accademia Leonardo include
- 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 before arrival
- INCLUDED Learning progress guarantee
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Accademia Leonardo
“Experience a enthusiastic stay in a striking&typical place of Italy”
- Italian teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 20% male / 80% female
- Offer for returning students
- You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Accademia Leonardo and you book here.
- Year of school foundation
- 2000
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Computer lab
Library
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with organizing transportation
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 5
- Number of public PC workstations: 2
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Student Age / Nationality
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Germany | 25% |
| USA | 15% |
| Switzerland | 10% |
| France | 8% |
| Spain | 8% |
| England | 7% |
| Japan | 5% |
| Netherlands | 2% |
| China | 2% |
| Brazil | 1% |
| Israel | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 16% |
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 7% |
| 18-24 years | 15% |
| 25-34 years | 25% |
| 35-50 years | 28% |
| >50 years | 25% |
- Average number of students
- Adult courses - In summer: 6Adult courses - Throughout the year: 3Junior courses - In summer: 3Junior courses - Throughout the year: 2
- Minimum age of students
- 18 years14 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 20Adult courses Throughout the year: 10Junior courses In summer: 5Junior courses Throughout the year: 1
- Average age of students
- In summer: 30 yearsThroughout the year: 40 years
Information for all courses offered by Accademia Leonardo
- Lesson duration
- 55 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- €60
- 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 40 €. 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 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 06 Jan 2026, 05 Apr 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 25 Apr 2026, 01 May 2026, 02 Jun 2026, 15 Aug 2026, 01 Nov 2026, 08 Dec 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 26 Dec 2026.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.
Airport transfer
- Naples International Airport:
- €130 one way
€240 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Not offered
Adults - Paid activities
- - Visit of Salerno EUR 15
- Guided tours from EUR 25 to EUR 60
- Dinner out
- Kayak on the Amalfi Coast (about EUR 35)
- Trekking in CAI Traks
- Boat trips (about EUR 55)
Accommodation
Shared Apartment Standard
In high demand!
1 rating Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
€220/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 220 | 410 | 580 | 740 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 260 | 483 | 683 | 872 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 14:00-21:00
- Check-out
- Saturday 10:00-11:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- €35 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Average distance from school
- 20 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
2 ratings Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
€220/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 220 | 420 | 590 | 730 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 260 | 495 | 695 | 860 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 12:00-21:00
- Check-out
- Saturday 10:00-11:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- €35 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Homestay
For the summer, only limited places left!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
2 ratings Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
€160/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 160 | 280 | 390 | 480 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 189 | 330 | 460 | 566 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 12:00-21:00
- Check-out
- Saturday 10:00-11:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- €25 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Shared Apartment Standard
1 rating Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
Shared bathroom
from
€150/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 150 | 280 | 390 | 480 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 177 | 330 | 460 | 566 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 14:00-21:00
- Check-out
- Saturday 10:00-11:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- €25 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Average distance from school
- 20 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Shared Apartment Superior Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
€300/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 300 | 580 | 820 | 1040 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 354 | 683 | 966 | 1,225 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 14:00-21:00
- Check-out
- Saturday 11:00-11:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- €45 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 10 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Shared Apartment Superior Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
Private bathroom
from
€200/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 200 | 360 | 520 | 680 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 236 | 424 | 613 | 801 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 14:00-21:00
- Check-out
- Saturday 11:00-11:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- €30 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 10 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
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Terms of Accademia Leonardo
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 9:00
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school






- Legal name/parent company
- Accademia Leonardo SRL | Tax registration ID: IT05058990655
Visa Documents
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- Yes
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 40 €
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.










Combination of 20 group lessons and 5 individual lessons per week. Individual lessons are a great way to enhance the learning experience and progress more quickly.