Parola Florence, Italy 
Borgo Santa Croce, 17 - 50122 Florence - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults and juniors
- Excellent rating of teaching quality4.7
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
What we dislike about the school
- Nationality mix could be more balanced. 50% of students are from USA
Special Offers
Location: Parola is situated right in the heart of Florence. The school is seconds from the Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence, which is the main feature of the city. The Ponte alle Grazie is a short walk from Parola, and connects the two sides over the River Arno. There is plenty of activity in the streets surrounding the school, local restaurants are in abundance and there are lots of shops to browse after class.
Getting around: The majority of the main attractions within Florence are all walkable from the centre. The central Florence train station has connecting lines to southern cities such as Naples and Rome, as well as to the northern Italian cities such as Bologna and Milan. The train station is a 25-minute walk from Parola, or alternatively students can take a 10-minute bus.
Course structure: The school provides general Italian classes in a number of formats including a standard course of 20 lessons, less concentrated packages as well as intensive programmes. One-to-one classes are possible in an array of options. Students can take solely individual classes or combine them with group courses. As the Italian culture is a huge part of learning the language, the school offers courses with both art or cooking so students can fully immerse themselves during their language experience. There is a CILS exam preparation course for students wanting to pass this official Italian exam.
Italian Courses
General Language
Intensive Course - ALLEGRO
20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€190€181 / week More
Intensive Course - ALLEGRO
20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€190€181 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 190 181 | 370 352 | 480 456 | 580 551 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 213 | 414 | 537 | 649 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an Italian course before:
05 Jan 2026, 12 Jan 2026, 19 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 16 Mar 2026, 07 Apr 2026, 20 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 18 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 15 Jun 2026, 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 05 Aug 2026, 19 Aug 2026, 28 Aug 2026, 03 Sep 2026, 17 Sep 2026, 30 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 19 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 16 Nov 2026, 23 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026, 14 Dec 2026
Course specific data
- 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 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Student reviews about "Intensive Course - ALLEGRO" at Parola
William
"No complaints about the course or the teachers."
Julia
"Perfect! Just the right amount of language course; you learn a lot in just two weeks!"
Anton
"The teachers taught the material with wit, humour and charm. Thank you."
Cassandra
"Overall the experience was great; the course material, activities, location of the school and general learning atmosphere. Of course, there were some differences in the teaching motivation / attitude of the teachers, which affected the language training somewhat. Mainly taking the course was a wonderful experience in a family-like environment! "
Leeann
"My course was good on the speaking level, not very well organized with people coming and going everyday, sometimes we had 10 people in the class and then sometimes it was 3-4 (which was better), but I don't think it was what I was expecting for the amount of money I spent. "
Additional information for all courses
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3 Times a Week - TRE VOLTE Standard6 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€100€95 / week More
3 Times a Week - TRE VOLTE Standard
6 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€100€95 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 100 95 | 160 152 | 210 200 | 260 247 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 112 | 179 | 235 | 291 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an Italian course before:
05 Jan 2026, 12 Jan 2026, 19 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 16 Mar 2026, 07 Apr 2026, 20 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 18 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 15 Jun 2026, 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 05 Aug 2026, 19 Aug 2026, 28 Aug 2026, 03 Sep 2026, 17 Sep 2026, 30 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 19 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 16 Nov 2026, 23 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026, 14 Dec 2026
This course focuses on grammar.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 1-2 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 - 11:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Additional information for all courses
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3 Times a Week - TRE VOLTE Plus10 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€150€143 / week More
3 Times a Week - TRE VOLTE Plus
10 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€150€143 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 150 143 | 230 219 | 310 295 | 390 371 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 168 | 258 | 347 | 437 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an Italian course before:
05 Jan 2026, 12 Jan 2026, 19 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 16 Mar 2026, 07 Apr 2026, 20 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 18 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 15 Jun 2026, 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 05 Aug 2026, 19 Aug 2026, 28 Aug 2026, 03 Sep 2026, 17 Sep 2026, 30 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 19 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 16 Nov 2026, 23 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026, 14 Dec 2026
This course focuses on grammar and conversation.
Course specific data
- 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 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Additional information for all courses
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Semi-Intensive Course - ANDANTE10 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€130€124 / week More
Semi-Intensive Course - ANDANTE
10 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€130€124 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 130 124 | 220 209 | 300 285 | 370 352 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 146 | 247 | 336 | 414 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an Italian course before:
05 Jan 2026, 12 Jan 2026, 19 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 16 Mar 2026, 07 Apr 2026, 20 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 18 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 15 Jun 2026, 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 05 Aug 2026, 19 Aug 2026, 28 Aug 2026, 03 Sep 2026, 17 Sep 2026, 30 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 19 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 16 Nov 2026, 23 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026, 14 Dec 2026
This course focuses on grammar and conversation.
Course specific data
- 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 - 11:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Student reviews about "Semi-Intensive Course - ANDANTE" at Parola
Jose Luis
"I recommend it."
Additional information for all courses
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Combined Course - (10 Group + 5 Individual) - VIVO15 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Offer!from€235€224 / week More
Combined Course - (10 Group + 5 Individual) - VIVO
15 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Offer!from
€235€224 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 0 | 520 494 | 0 | 940 893 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 582 | 1,052 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 05 Jan 2026, 12 Jan 2026, 19 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 16 Mar 2026, 07 Apr 2026, 20 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 18 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 15 Jun 2026, 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 05 Aug 2026, 19 Aug 2026, 28 Aug 2026, 03 Sep 2026, 17 Sep 2026, 30 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 19 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 16 Nov 2026, 23 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026, 14 Dec 2026
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Combined Course - (20 Group + 5 Individual) - VIVACE25 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€275€262 / week More
Combined Course - (20 Group + 5 Individual) - VIVACE
25 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€275€262 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 0 | 670 637 | 0 | 1,100 1,045 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 750 | 1,231 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
This course includes 10 group lessons and 5 one-to-one lessons per week.
Course specific data
- 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: 14:00 - 15:00 - Possible course durations
- 2, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private
Individual Italian Course 40 - PRESTISSIMO40 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€1,160€1,102 / week More
Individual Italian Course 40 - PRESTISSIMO
40 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€1,160€1,102 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 1,160 1,102 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 1,298 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
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Individual Italian Course 5 - PIANISSIMO5 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts dailyOffer!from€150€143 / week More
Individual Italian Course 5 - PIANISSIMO
5 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts daily
Offer!from
€150€143 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 150 143 | 300 285 | 450 428 | 600 570 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 168 | 336 | 504 | 672 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Day
Lessons are tailored to your specific language needs.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 1 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:
Afternoon: 13:30 - 19:30 - 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
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for Parola include
- 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 junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED For adult courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
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Student opinions about Parola, Florence
4.8
Overall school rating of
Parola, Florence
Parola, Florence
38 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
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Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (2 ratings)
Students 18-30 years (6 ratings)
Students 31-49 years (11 ratings)
Students 50+ years (19 ratings)
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
William
63 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Parola is in a fantastic location roughly 100 meters from the Basilica of Sant Croce which is a prominent (and popular) site. That helps with navigation.
Everybody was very pleasant - the teachers, the other staff, and the students.
The teachers were good.”
Everybody was very pleasant - the teachers, the other staff, and the students.
The teachers were good.”
“Desks were tiny so writing was a bit more difficult. I get it, though, that a smaller space helps to keep the costs low.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: No complaints about the course or the teachers.
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 1 week
Review date: 10. Nov. 2025 by William Possidento
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Jose Luis
51 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Its friendly and professional staff.
Its location.”
Its location.”
Insider tip: “I could not say.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: I recommend it.
Course: Semi-Intensive Course - ANDANTE - 1 week
Review date: 29. Jul. 2025 by Jose Luis Sanchez Vega
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Joshua
34 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Great teachers, central location, excellent after school activities, family like atmosphere.”
“Organisation could be better, announcements by noticeboard currently, why not just create a WhatsApp group?”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 4 weeks
Review date: 2. Jun. 2025 by Joshua Lutzno
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Franjo
32 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“It is small school, but it’s very nice, teachers are very good.”
“Facilities.”
Details of the review
Course: Combined Course - (20 Group + 3 Individual) - ALLEGRETTO - 4 weeks
Review date: 30. Apr. 2025 by Franjo Skoko
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Anjelica
29 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Amazing teachers.
Very generous compromise for daily private lessons when the molto allegro course was not run.”
Very generous compromise for daily private lessons when the molto allegro course was not run.”
“N/A”
Details of the review
Course: Very Intensive Course (30 hours weekly) - MOLTO ALLEGRO - 3 weeks
Review date: 18. Jun. 2024 by Anjelica D'Alessandri
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Julia
44 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The language of teaching is Italian only. The teachers are really very friendly, sympathetic, patient, humorous.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Grammar and conversation in the morning, individual one-to-one tuition in the afternoon.Other comments: Great and friendly teachers
Course: Combined Course (20 Group + 10 Individual) - PRESTO - 1 week
Review date: 21. Oct. 2023 by Julia Pippi
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Monika
55 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Everything was very personal and individual. The contact with the teachers was friendly and I felt very well looked after. The way of teaching was also very goal-oriented and a lot of fun. I would not have thought it possible that I would learn sooo much in just one week. It was really fantastic and I will definitely do it again. I also really enjoyed the afternoon events.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 1 week
Review date: 17. Oct. 2023 by Monika Bolsmann
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
John
69 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very engaging, lively teachers! Amazingly low price!”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 1 week
Review date: 5. Sep. 2023 by John Chapman
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Andre
43 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The organisation of the language courses and the language school fill me with great satisfaction.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 2 weeks
Review date: 24. Aug. 2023 by Andre Hofmann
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Susan
71 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Loved my teacher, Gemma. She made me feel very relaxed about the process and I feel that I learnt a lot because she took all of the angst out of it. Very relaxed atmosphere. I liked it.”
“Air conditioning was not coping but it was a massive heat wave. I think they could have provided more tuition books to students.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Loved it. I will return next year next & probably do 4 days per week and four hours per day
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Patrick
67 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The kindness and warmth of the instructors. Very motivating, they teach with a fun style and show you how to love the language.”
“Sometimes there were too many students in the class.”
Details of the review
Other comments: Amazing location, fantastic teachers.
Course: Semi-Intensive Course - Andante: Conversation - 4 weeks
Review date: 8. Jun. 2023 by Patrick Ciliberto
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Helga
60 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The commitment of the teachers (incl. contact person) was super!”
“Small rooms; during my week there were no leisure activities (except going out to eat once) - the reason was the bad weather; I lacked affordable cooperation to visit one or two famous museums (only one man came along who offered this - with a guided tour - but at a much higher price commercially).”
Details of the review
Other comments: I would definitely choose it again
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 1 week
Review date: 22. May. 2023 by Helga Neupärtl
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Annette
59 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Everyone is very nice, sympathetic teachers, uncomplicated and helpful staff. The lessons are good.”
“No afternoon activities were offered.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 1 week
Review date: 22. May. 2023 by Annette Gross
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Shanna
22 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teachers and staff were especially friendly, which was very important to me. The location was central, and on the way to school you could see beautiful sights of the city early in the morning.”
“In some cases, it was a little difficult to combine different levels. But there was also a redistribution of responsibilities during our time, which meant that we had a change of teachers once.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 2 weeks
Review date: 21. Feb. 2023 by Shanna Ball
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Anton
68 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very nice and helpful staff. Will book again if possible for Easter 2023”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: The teachers taught the material with wit, humour and charm. Thank you.Other comments: Will book there again
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 2 weeks
Review date: 1. Sep. 2022 by Anton Quinsz
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Eva-maria
57 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Nice teachers, pleasant atmosphere”
“Unfortunately, in a two-week period, only 2 afternoon activities; material: partially copies, in which the pictures were not recognisable”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 2 weeks
Review date: 23. Aug. 2022 by Eva-Maria Berger
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
M. Pilar
56 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teachers have been very good, always willing to answer any questions and always with a smile. A very good experience.”
Details of the review
Other comments: Always willing to help.
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 1 week
Review date: 1. Aug. 2022 by M. Pilar Medrano Martín
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Cassandra
29 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Atmosphere, learning materials, location and after-school activities”
Insider tip: “Participate as much as possible in the activities, that’s where the actual language learning takes place!”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Overall the experience was great; the course material, activities, location of the school and general learning atmosphere. Of course, there were some differences in the teaching motivation / attitude of the teachers, which affected the language training somewhat. Mainly taking the course was a wonderful experience in a family-like environment!
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 3 weeks
Review date: 20. Mar. 2020 by Cassandra Zaeske
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Wioletta
60 yearsOverall rating
5.0
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 2 weeks
Review date: 19. May. 2025 by Wioletta Lesniowska
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Julia
36 yearsOverall rating
5.0
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Perfect! Just the right amount of language course; you learn a lot in just two weeks!Other comments: Jeanluca and Simone and the whole team are simply great people!
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 3 weeks
Review date: 19. Aug. 2024 by Julia Spanka
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Leeann
63 yearsOverall rating
3.0
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: My course was good on the speaking level, not very well organized with people coming and going everyday, sometimes we had 10 people in the class and then sometimes it was 3-4 (which was better), but I don't think it was what I was expecting for the amount of money I spent.
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 4 weeks
Review date: 2. Mar. 2020 by Leeann Nelbach
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Andrea
Overall rating
5.0
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Rudolf
72 yearsOverall rating
5.0
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 1 week
Review date: 10. Nov. 2025 by Rudolf Daenzer
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Cordula
51 yearsOverall rating
5.0
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 3 weeks
Review date: 15. Sep. 2025 by Cordula Thamm
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Alexa
17 yearsOverall rating
5.0
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 1 week
Review date: 1. Sep. 2025 by Alexa Turner
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Georgia
Overall rating
5.0
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 8 weeks
Review date: 21. May. 2025 by Georgia TANN
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Theo
27 yearsOverall rating
5.0
Details of the review
Course: Combined Course - (20 Group + 3 Individual) - ALLEGRETTO - 2 weeks
Review date: 20. Jan. 2025 by Theo Raedel
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Patrícia
Overall rating
5.0
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 4 weeks
Review date: 31. Oct. 2023 by Patrícia Versolato
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Nele Alina
Overall rating
5.0
Details of the review
Course: Combined Course - (20 Group + 3 Individual) - ALLEGRETTO - 8 weeks
Review date: 24. Oct. 2023 by Nele Alina Wüstemann
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ugo
Overall rating
4.0
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO - 1 week
Review date: 10. Oct. 2023 by Ugo Sini
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
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Parola
“A friendly, welcoming and professional atmosphere are good elements to learn a language.”–Simone Cioni,Director of Parola
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- 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
- 15% male / 85% female
- Offer for returning students
- You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Parola and you book here.
- Year of school foundation
- 1992
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Cafeteria
Drink vending machine
Library
Movie rental
Movie room
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Self-study areas
Printer for student use
Free WIFI
Free water dispenser
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Classroom equipment
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 8
- Number of public PC workstations: 2
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| USA | 50% |
| Spain | 20% |
| Germany | 10% |
| England | 10% |
| Netherlands | 5% |
| China | 5% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 2% |
| 18-24 years | 33% |
| 25-34 years | 35% |
| 35-50 years | 20% |
| >50 years | 10% |
The average age outside summer is 5 years higher than in summer.
- Average number of students
- Adult courses - In summer: 60Adult courses - Throughout the year: 40Junior courses - In summer: 5Junior courses - Throughout the year: 10
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 6Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
- Average age of students
- In summer: 25 yearsThroughout the year: 30 years
Information for all courses offered by Parola
- Lesson duration
- 55 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 30 €. 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, 04 Oct 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 at the school on the first day of the course.
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.
Airport transfer
- Florence Peretola Airport:
- €60 one way
€100 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Sightseeing, churches, and art museums, art walking tours.
Adults - Paid activities
- Parola school’s events include visiting art museums and churches, orientation walks in Florence, field trips to Tuscan cities, aperitifs, Florentine restaurants eating pizza and Tuscan food.
Accommodation
Shared Apartment 
In high demand!
6 ratings Single room, No meals 
Shared bathroom
from
€200/ week Show more
Shared Apartment
In high demand!
6 ratings
Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
€200/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | 400 | 590 | 780 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 471 | 695 | 919 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Published price is the starting price, and other options at other prices may be available.
Cleaning fee: EUR 50 per week.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Average distance from school
- 14 minutes walking (average reported by 6 former students).
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 19
No extra nights bookable
Student reviews about Shared Apartment
Julia
"Unfortunately, I didn't like my flat at all and so I spontaneously looked for something else locally. I should have done a bit more research into this beforehand... but the school was extremely accommodating and we found a very good financial solution.
Shanna
"I lived with an Italian grandmother who unfortunately didn't speak a word of English. Privacy seems to be a different thing in Italy, too, as she went through my room during the day to remake the bed and folded my clothes as it felt right to her. After I got used to it, however, I was grateful, as even a hostel stay would have been at least as expensive.
Homestay
8 ratings Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
€210/ week Show more
Homestay
8 ratings
Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
€210/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 210 | 420 | 680 | 850 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 248 | 495 | 801 | 1,001 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Published price is the starting price, and other options at other prices may be available.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- Phone, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
No extra nights bookable
Student reviews about Homestay
Annette
"We didn't really feel very welcomed. There was no breakfast, we had it at the café around the corner.
Helga
"Our double room was missing a table & the living area we were offered was quite dark, as was the whole flat.
Homestay
8 ratings Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
€290/ week Show more
Homestay
8 ratings
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
€290/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | 580 | 880 | 1050 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 683 | 1,037 | 1,237 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices may vary. The published price is the starting price.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
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
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Includes
- Phone, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
Homestay
8 ratings Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
€160/ week Show more
Homestay
8 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 € | -- | 320 | 550 | 720 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 377 | 648 | 848 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Published price is the starting price, and other options at other prices may be available.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Includes
- Phone, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
No extra nights bookable
Homestay
8 ratings Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
€340/ week Show more
Homestay
8 ratings
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
€340/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | 680 | 980 | 1250 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 801 | 1,154 | 1,472 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices may vary. The published price is the starting price.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- Phone, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
No extra nights bookable
Student reviews about Homestay
Wioletta
"Extremely wonderful and hospitable hosts!!!
Homestay - Kitchen use Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
€200/ week Show more
Homestay - Kitchen use
Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
€200/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | 400 | 590 | 780 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 471 | 695 | 919 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 15
No extra nights bookable
Homestay - Kitchen use Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
Shared bathroom
from
€160/ week Show more
Homestay - Kitchen use
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
Shared bathroom
from
€160/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | 320 | 500 | 680 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 377 | 589 | 801 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Includes
- Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
No extra nights bookable
Private Apartment
1 rating Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
€400/ week Show more
Private Apartment
1 rating
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
€400/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | 800 | 1200 | 1500 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 942 | 1,413 | 1,767 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Published price is the starting price, and other options at other prices may be available.
Cleaning fee: EUR 50 per week.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 20 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 19
No extra nights bookable
Shared Apartment
6 ratings Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
Shared bathroom
from
€160/ week Show more
Shared Apartment
6 ratings
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
Shared bathroom
from
€160/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | 320 | 500 | 680 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 377 | 589 | 801 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Published price is the starting price, and other options at other prices may be available.
Cleaning fee: EUR 50 per week.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Average distance from school
- 20 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 19
No extra nights bookable
Questions and answers about Parola
Is it possible to offer private lessons for 2 students at the Parola? So in the 2:1 model?
“Yes, Parola can also offer private lessons where you can decide the topics and lesson times. Please note that both students must have approximately the same language level.”
Gianluca, School Director from Parola - Dec 11, 2024
I am over 50 years old. Which accommodation in Florence is better for seniors? Can I book a shared apartment or, better yet, a host family?
“For accommodation, if you wants, we can find a private apartment just for you. Due to your age, unfortunately you can not stay in an apartment with other students (usually they are very young), usually the owners do not allow it.”
Dott. Gianluca Donati, Director from Scuola Parola - Oct 04, 2024
FAQ about Parola, Florence
Do you have or recommend any flats near the school?
“Currently (2024), the school offers several accommodation options: homestay, shared apartment and private apartment. Let us know the preferred dates and we will be happy to check availability for you! ”
Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 15, 2024
Does the Parola school also offer Italian courses for students under 31? I see it says students 31-49 years old.
“At the time of writing (2024), Parola school in Florence offers courses for students from the age of 18. The average age of students is 25 during the summer and 30 during the rest of the year. ”
Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 12, 2024
Is it possible to take a course at Parola as an absolute beginner?
“Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Intensive Course - ALLEGRO, 3 Times a Week - TRE VOLTE Standard, 3 Times a Week - TRE VOLTE Plus, Semi-Intensive Course - ANDANTE”
Is airport pickup offered by Parola?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Florence Peretola Airport (60 €)”
What is the number of students per class at Parola?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Parola varies from 1 (Individual Italian Course 40 - PRESTISSIMO) to 12 students (Intensive Course - ALLEGRO)”
Which countries are students of Parola from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Parola comes from USA with a 50% representation, followed by students from Spain (20%) and Germany (10%).”
Parola offers courses for which ages?
“Parola offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 30 for the rest of the year.”
Terms of Parola
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:40
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Parola s.n.c. | Tax registration ID: IT06768210483
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
- No
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 50 €
- Free shipment via regular mail
- Yes
- 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.
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