Reviews of ABC, Florence, Italy
Total number of reviews: 228
NOTE: All reviews are authentic. Only students who booked their course through us can publish evaluations here, and only after the end of their programme. These evaluations then are not manipulated in any way, neither by us nor by the school, and can be trusted as honest opinions about personal experiences with the school.
Average Rating
Based on 228 reviews of former students of ABC
| Overall rating ABC, Florence, Italy | 4.6 |
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| City | 4.8 |
| Organisation | 4.7 |
| Facilities | 4.1 |
| Social activities | 4.3 |
| Quality of teaching | 4.7 |
| Value for money | 4.5 |
| Accommodation | |
| Homestay | 4.3 |
| Shared Flat (apartment) | 5.0 |
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Individual Reviews
ABC
19. Feb. 2024
1. Vida (62 years) Slovenia
101.Course: 50+ Course [Italian] - 2 weeks
101.Course: 50+ Course [Italian] - 2 weeks
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Additional activities as part of the 50+ package were a highlight of my experience. I also enjoyed the diversity of students.
Negative aspects
Noise and disruptions because of construction work (temporary, but quite a disturbance at the time). In the grammar class the levels of students were not comparable, there should be a better system evaluating the level of students.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
50+ is truly excellent.
Quality of teaching / language progress
My teacher-guide Silvia was truly the greatest gift of my experience.
22. Jan. 2024
2. Will (66 years) United States
102.Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeks
102.Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeks
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The best teacher i have had. Great location. Nice people. The 50 plus excursions were way below par. They offered mostly Florence walking tours and the guide was extremely knowledgeable but the entire tour is done in rapid Italian so you will only pick up bits and pieces. Book your own tours and enjoy this excellent school in the heart of Florence. I give the school my highest rating
Negative aspects
Lack of organized excursions outside Florence. Book your own tours
City/place
Beautiful
Quality of teaching / language progress
Need better excursions
25. Dec. 2023
3. Kassandra (26 years) 
103.Course: Intensive Course [Italian] - 1 week
103.Course: Intensive Course [Italian] - 1 week
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teachers
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Price-performance doesn't fit
8. Nov. 2023
4. Terry (75 years) United States
104.Course: Standard Course [Italian] - 2 weeks
104.Course: Standard Course [Italian] - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
I especially enjoyed the capability of the grammar teacher, Silvia. Even though Italian is new to me and she spoke only Italian, I believe I understood most of what she said. The afternoon tours with her were wonderful.
Negative aspects
I cannot think of anything
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
None
Other comments
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City/place
It is a city filled with art and history, however it is over run with tourists. Even though I was a tourist too, I tried to stay away from the other tourists and associate with the people of Florence.
Quality of teaching / language progress
It was very good for learning basic grammar and vocabulary.
Accommodation
Breakfast plus one meal.
6. Nov. 2023
5. Christine (62 years)
105.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
105.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
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- Friendly teachers, German language was banned, whenever necessary it was translated and explained in English (which was a problem for students who couldn't speak English).
- Punctuality and reliability, tightly organised lessons
The learning content was actually still written on the blackboard, multimedia was not used
Negative aspects
- Historic building - however, the classroom echoes a lot, which makes it a little difficult for beginners to understand.
- The cultural tour in Italian is too difficult for beginners. At least it should also be explained in English.
Other comments
I received a link to a school WhatsApp group in advance. No one at the school approached us about it and no contact was made, so it was kind of pointless. But maybe it's only interesting for students who are staying much longer than a week.
City/place
The school management does not realise that some colleagues do not feel that their concerns are being taken seriously or that they no longer feel comfortable, which leads to an increasing deterioration in the climate in general and in motivation and morale. There is perhaps a lack of empathy and leadership skills here, which - admittedly - are required of teachers.
Accommodation
The landlady was very friendly. But it's not easy when the host family only speaks Italian and the guest doesn't yet, especially at check-in when there are a few things to clarify. The accommodation was very new and modern, the bathroom and kitchen were excellent. The room was small, there was only a small folding board for storage, there were no hooks for hanging up jackets ... The bed would have had to be converted into a sofa every day in order to be able to open the window.
24. Oct. 2023
6. Helena (53 years) 
106.Course: 50+ Course - 1 week
106.Course: 50+ Course - 1 week
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Good and competent teachers. Good guide in the afternoons (Silvia B), it was good that the guide was in Italian so there was practice in the language even on the excursions. The school was well located and central
Negative aspects
I had a conversation in hall 4 and it was a bit disturbing with sounds from other classrooms.
City/place
Very good! It was nice to be in a slightly smaller city.
18. Sep. 2023
7. Lise (65 years) Norway
107.Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeks
107.Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeks
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1. Aug. 2023
8. Marie Denmark
108.Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
108.Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
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11. Jul. 2023
9. Ernesto (61 years) United States
109.Course: 50+ Course [Italian] - 1 week
109.Course: 50+ Course [Italian] - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
I liked the grammar lesson followed by conversation lesson and the afternoon excursions.
Negative aspects
Since I had no knowledge of the language I could have used some helpful verbs to start like To: go, eat, drink, like, want, need, do ... as well as being provided some common phrases like: How much? What time is it? Which way? ... to the Left/Right, Straight ahead, etc.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
attend any all afternoon / evening events provided by the school.
Other comments
Excursions were interesting and informative.
City/place
Too hot in the summer and so many tourists ... a beautiful, easy to walk city
Quality of teaching / language progress
If possible to inform when a predominant group of total beginners usually register to come.
Accommodation
Homestay was nice & quiet. Good location not too far from the school.
7. Jun. 2023
10. Helena (57 years)
110.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
110.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
Very competent and good teacher. Nice with just the right amount of "classmates". We had a lot of fun!
Negative aspects
Lessons were 1.5 hours long, would have needed leg stretches. Poor acoustics in the hall. Heard from others that 55+ activities were not suitable for beginners.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Bring a pen and paper
Other comments
Great service
City/place
Nice!
Quality of teaching / language progress
Good
23. May. 2023
11. Patricia (69 years) 
111.Course: 50+ Course [Italiano] - 4 weeks
111.Course: 50+ Course [Italiano] - 4 weeks
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I really liked the method. The teacher I had for both grammar and conversation. Very clear. She fostered a good atmosphere in class giving students security.
Negative aspects
We almost always had good classrooms, although some were not appropriate.
City/place
I loved. Lots of activities to do. No time is enough to know and learn everything that it offers us.
22. May. 2023
12. Anja (63 years)
112.Course: 50+ Course - 4 weeks
112.Course: 50+ Course - 4 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
Very nice, competent and motivating teachers, great cultural programme
Negative aspects
Very cold classrooms
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Take warm clothes and something for rain - climate change is making itself felt here, as well.
City/place
A very lively, vibrant, multicultural city with an incredible number of sights - unfortunately, this means that there are far too many tourists in the centre.... Unfortunately, my bike was stolen and an acquaintance's wallet was stolen... unfortunately, that also comes with the crowds. Nevertheless, I had a super nice, inspiring time.
Quality of teaching / language progress
ideal for me
17. May. 2023
13. Manuela (54 years)
113.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
113.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
Good teachers
Negative aspects
a lack of "real" conversation - there was no assessment / test on conversation beforehand.
City/place
Beautiful city, but currently (May) a lot of tourists in the city, especially from Asia and the USA.
Quality of teaching / language progress
The level was a good match
16. May. 2023
14. Manfred (61 years)
114.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
114.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
Good teachers, good location
Negative aspects
Hardly any joint activities, no introduction of the new pupils. Short lessons. Large groups (approx. 8 students). As there were many long-term students in the course, only one grammar topic (conditional) was covered for 5 days. For a 1 week stay, I would have liked to see more topics covered.
7. May. 2023
15. Reinhold (68 years)
115.Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeks
115.Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
Very great conversation opportunities and courses!
Negative aspects
Many Swiss (German-speaking!) participants! Grammar courses too inflexible!
City/place
Extremely touristy !
3. May. 2023
16. Andreas (42 years)
116.Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
116.Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
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The teachers were very motivated and competent, it was fun to learn. I would take a course there again there in a heartbeat.
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It was extremely cool, I benefited the most from it.
23. Apr. 2023
17. Gabriela (28 years)
117.Course: Standard Course - 3 weeks
117.Course: Standard Course - 3 weeks
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The teacher is excellent and the organization of the visits in Florence and outside of Florence was very good.
Negative aspects
Actually the library is not good, it would be good if they showed the students in more detail the books they have.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
No.
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City/place
I am passionate about art history and Florence is a beautiful city, not very big and easy to walk.
Quality of teaching / language progress
I think that 3 hours of study are fine.
27. Feb. 2023
18. Mila
118.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
118.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
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21. Feb. 2023
19. Rikke Schou (55 years) Denmark
119.Course: Standard PLUS Teacher Training - 1 week
119.Course: Standard PLUS Teacher Training - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
Good and friendly teachers and a very nice location
Negative aspects
There was no heating in the classrooms the first three days so I had to wear my coat
City/place
Beautiful city
8. Feb. 2023
20. Snefrid Arita (55 years) Norway
120.Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeks
120.Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeks
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31. Oct. 2022
21. Yusuke Japan
121.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
121.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
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5. Sep. 2022
22. Robert (76 years) Germany
122.Course: Standard Course - 3 weeks
122.Course: Standard Course - 3 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
I had a fantastic teacher Silvia, now I have to visit an Italian course here at home to improve what I've learned.
Negative aspects
Three weeks was to little :-)
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Italian is a difficult language, don't expect miracles
City/place
I think, that my wife, our daughter and I will visit Florence in the spring 2023 :-)
13. Jun. 2022
23. Kenny (58 years) United Kingdom
123.Course: 50+ Course [Italian] - 1 week
123.Course: 50+ Course [Italian] - 1 week
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Sylvia who took the afternoon activities was very knowledgeable.
Everyone was friendly
Accommodation
Host was very friendly, food was good traditional Italian
13. Jun. 2022
24. Ulrike (57 years)
124.Course: 50+ Course - 1 week
124.Course: 50+ Course - 1 week
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6. Jun. 2022
25. Nico Marie (52 years)
125.Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeks
125.Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
It was great that there were no computers in class, so all the students were more present and we learned together. The teachers were very pleasant and responsive to us. We were able to contribute to the lessons through our questions/interests. The secretary's office was also interested in our questions.
Negative aspects
I would have liked to see a library/DVD rental. Maybe there was something like that, but I didn't see it.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Parco delle Rose
Other comments
Everything went well.
City/place
I wasn't that interested in nightlife, nor in shopping.
Florence is a very beautiful city. It's a pity that you have to walk a long way to get to the river and that the city is not very green.
Florence is something for the rich when it comes to shopping. But I like to wander the streets and breathe in the atmosphere. The Parco delle Rose is very beautiful and the Oltrano district and some places where not all the money tourists walk around.
Quality of teaching / language progress
It was good.
Accommodation
For me, the situation of being a guest and always having dinner with a stranger is a bit weird. In the second week, I was joined by her daughter, who discusses very loud her problems. Family is just not for me. What I can say is that my hostess is friendly and can cook well. There was an acquaintance who walked my dog for a small extra charge. That was great.
10. May. 2022
26. Karen (65 years) United States
126.Course: Florence and Sestri Levante [Italian] Standard 20 + 3 - 2 weeks
126.Course: Florence and Sestri Levante [Italian] Standard 20 + 3 - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
The instructors were very passionate about teaching us Italian. They really helped make the class cohesive among the students.
Negative aspects
The housing/accommodation was confusing. I paid for 2 weeks of accommodations but ended booking my own Airbnb for the second week just to have a more comfortable place to be.
Other comments
The film the students saw the first day or so we started was not a good choice for beginners. Too intense, too fast even with subtitles.
City/place
I'm not into nightlife or shopping so can't rate them but I fell in love with Florence. I'm looking into doing a year here on an extended visa.
Quality of teaching / language progress
My private instructor was friendly and very supportive about my anxiety regarding speaking in Italian. I truly enjoyed her program.
Accommodation
I would recommend students book their own accommodations so they know what they are getting.
9. May. 2022
27. Hermann (65 years)
127.Course: Standard Course [Italienisch] - 2 weeks
127.Course: Standard Course [Italienisch] - 2 weeks
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The two teachers, the content taught.
Negative aspects
Nothing comes to mind.
City/place
Beautiful but loud. Not always pleasant for me as a cyclist.
26. Dec. 2021
28. Susanne (47 years)
128.Course: Online Lessons [Italian] - 1 week
128.Course: Online Lessons [Italian] - 1 week
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I had two excellent teachers. I was very happy with both of them.
I liked the fact that I was given homework every day.
Many thanks to Silvia and Monika.
Other comments
I found the ABC school in Florence to be very spontaneous and flexible. They were able to offer me an Italian course from one day to the next, in other words at very short notice.
City/place
Unfortunately, I only took part in an online course.
Quality of teaching / language progress
One-to-one lessons are recommended to everyone...it's great and very effective.
22. Dec. 2021
29. Susanne Germany
129.Course: Online Lessons - 1 week
129.Course: Online Lessons - 1 week
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8. Nov. 2021
30. Yvonne (53 years)
130.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
130.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
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Very good mix: Concentration was required in the first two grammar lessons, and I learned a lot. The following two conversation lessons were a relaxed, amusing and instructive chat with people of all ages and all over the world.
City/place
The whole city is a museum. Great!
1. Nov. 2021
31. Vera (53 years)
131.Course: 50+ Course - 1 week
131.Course: 50+ Course - 1 week
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The teachers in the morning and afternoon were very committed, competent and helpful!
Negative aspects
The organization was completely overwhelmed. If you had a question, they were always stressed and more annoyed than helpful.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Afternoon activities are just as important as the morning class!
Other comments
It's sad that there always has to be a minimum number of afternoon activities and the registration isn't really clear. This means that activities that would be interesting are repeatedly canceled.
City/place
beautiful!!!
Quality of teaching / language progress
That was really GREAT !!! Some course participants over 50 would have liked to have taken part and paid for it - but it was not possible - strange! But that is typical for the poor organization of the school.
Accommodation
Super!!!!
25. Oct. 2021
32. Katarina (65 years)
132.Course: 50+ Course [Italian] - 2 weeks
132.Course: 50+ Course [Italian] - 2 weeks
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11. Oct. 2021
33. Ulrike Germany
133.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
133.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
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27. Sep. 2021
34. Svetlana (29 years) 
134.Course: Intensive Course [Italian] - 1 week
134.Course: Intensive Course [Italian] - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
Excellent organization and communication with the school. I liked the teachers - the lessons were good. The school is in the very center of the city, it is convenient to get there and have a walk as soon as the lessons are finished.
The school organised a very interesting city tour.
Negative aspects
I can’t say what exactly I didn’t like, but there was a lack of cultural activities. Оnly one activity out of 4 offered during the week was outside the school building (city tour). I expected activities in nature or in the city, for example joint dinners, aperitifs, walks, trips, etc.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Take time to test your language level so that your level can be determined more accurately.
City/place
It seemed to me that Florence has a lot of bars for nightlife, but I did not have time to explore it, so I can not rate it.
In general, in Florence you need to go to museums, because it is a city of art. You can also walk a lot and for a long time, eat, do shopping.
Quality of teaching / language progress
For some reason, I was counting on individual lessons in the afternoon, but instead there was a conversation lesson in a small group of 4 people. Overall, I liked this particular lesson, thanks to the work of the teacher and the group.
In general, physically it is quite difficult to study 6 hours a day, but there is rapid progress.
Accommodation
On the one hand, it is convenient to have a breakfast for those who are hungry in the morning: coffee and something to eat is immediately ready. On the other hand, the breakfast was very poor and the same every day. If it is a one week stay, it is an excellent option, but it is better to organise meals yourself if you stay for a longer period.
A great walk from home to school, but if it's more than one week, it's better to rent a bike, otherwise you get very tired of walking.
An interesting apartment, but there were few working sockets, since the house itself is an old building.
23. Jul. 2021
35. John Sindahl (63 years) Denmark
135.Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeks
135.Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeks
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Nice, friendly, helpful and competent. Skilled teachers. Super location in the center of Florence. Nice classrooms with plenty of space. Fantastic guide on tours around Florence (50+)
Negative aspects
Had to wait a bit (30-45 minutes) to get in the first day as the meeting time was set incorrectly. They did not accept payment on Visa (even though it was stated in the papers) so I had to go down to the bank and withdraw money to pay for the course. The building was under renovation which caused a lot of noise from outside. Poor acoustics in the classrooms.
City/place
Fantastic
Quality of teaching / language progress
Super guide
21. Sep. 2020
36. Richard (53 years) United Kingdom
136.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
136.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
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The location, the building and the teachers.
29. Jan. 2020
37. Rosmarie (63 years)
137.Course: 50+ Course - 1 week
137.Course: 50+ Course - 1 week
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All teachers are very nice and competent, good teaching, very nice, large rooms
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I didn't understand what 50+ was supposed to mean here - it was a perfectly normal course for all ages. The offer to be taken to a church once in the afternoon and to the gallery once, it can't be!
25. Dec. 2019
38. Bader (28 years) Kuwait
138.Course: Standard Course - 3 weeks
138.Course: Standard Course - 3 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
The school was really good and it has great staff.
Other comments
I would like to come back to the school in the future.
City/place
It is a nice city.
Quality of teaching / language progress
It was 3 weeks only but I learned a lot.
Accommodation
I didn't choose a room with meals.
20. Nov. 2019
39. Alina (19 years)
139.Course: Standard PLUS CILS, AIL or CELI Preparation (5) - 4 weeks
139.Course: Standard PLUS CILS, AIL or CELI Preparation (5) - 4 weeks
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Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Maybe say in advance that you can buy the other grammar books.
Quality of teaching / language progress
It wasn't so ideal that I started in the middle of a grammar lesson instead of being given a rough overview beforehand.
22. Oct. 2019
40. Gerlinde (55 years)
140.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
140.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
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Good classification, very great and varied lessons, the teachers enjoy teaching, everything is perfect.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Please stay that way !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Other comments
Unique school and very personal!
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Florence is my favorite city. I come here every year. I am in love with the city.
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really great! all unique.
22. Oct. 2019
41. Ric (66 years) 
141.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
141.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
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Overall very good quality!
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Beautiful city that we already knew. Public transport is generally good, but sometimes a VERY long wait. Florence is not cheap (but which city is), in the center even really expensive, but if you go more to the suburbs it is doable. Groceries are more expensive than in the Netherlands. And with regard to safety: PAY ATTENTION -> there are plenty of pickpockets!
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The teachers were fantastic: very expressive in their explanations in Italian so you could understand everything. In addition, very friendly, sociable and patient. Nothing but praise for the administration and reception: 5 stars! The classroom in which our lessons took place was essentially unsuitable: a long pipe drawer so that as students you could only sit next to each other and therefore couldn't see each other, which is not conducive to conversation. We did not participate in the afternoon activities.
21. Oct. 2019
42. Charlotte (64 years)
142.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
142.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
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The welcome, the warmest ladies at the desk. Good and serious assessment of basic level and good communication about this.
Excellent, very nice, motivated teachers. I've never liked school so much.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
This school if they want to learn Italian.
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We have not extended our course because we do not actually use Italian any further. Due to circumstances we have to learn Spanish. Unfortunately ABC does not do this otherwise we would certainly have done it at one of their schools.
15. Oct. 2019
43. Tatiana (67 years) Canada
143.Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeks
143.Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeks
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I liked the small classes which allows for individual attention.
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Silvia is both a teacher and tour guide. Don't miss one of her tours. She studied art so she will point out things in paintings and frescoes that not everyone sees.
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The teachers are excellent, patient, knowledgeable and energetic. They also are the best sources for local tips and to see Italian mannerisms (ie hand gestures) in action.
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Florence has always been a beautiful multi-faceted city. Saturday crowds in the centre are like those at Disneyworld. It is over-touristed, which the locals accept with tired grace. Everyone switches into English. So a student of Italian gets less chance to practice. One has to look for out of the way places to speak to locals in Italian.
30. Sep. 2019
44. David (76 years) Canada
144.Course: Standard PLUS Literature (5) [Italian] - 3 weeks
144.Course: Standard PLUS Literature (5) [Italian] - 3 weeks
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16. Sep. 2019
45. Bryce (61 years) United States
145.Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
145.Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
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1. Sep. 2019
46. Lotte (37 years) United Kingdom
146.Course: Standard Course - 3 weeks
146.Course: Standard Course - 3 weeks
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Friendly atmosphere, very good but relaxed classes
22. Aug. 2019
47. Yannis (32 years) Switzerland
147.Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
147.Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
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31. Jul. 2019
48. Cordero-hinkelmann (56 years) Germany
148.Course: 50+ Course - 3 weeks
148.Course: 50+ Course - 3 weeks
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The teachers are excellent!
20. Jul. 2019
49. Jacqueline (55 years) Netherlands
149.Course: 50+ Course [Italiaans] - 3 weeks
149.Course: 50+ Course [Italiaans] - 3 weeks
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28. May. 2019
50. Nell (54 years) United Kingdom
150.Course: Standard Course [Italian] - 1 week
150.Course: Standard Course [Italian] - 1 week
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It is a beautiful city. I felt very safe. The people were very friendly.
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It was a wonderful course. It is highly recommended.
22. May. 2019
51. John (64 years) United States
151.Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
151.Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
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Friendly, helpful, and professional
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Good school
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This was my first language course experience. It was first rate. Everything worked well and the school was very helpful.
21. May. 2019
52. Susan (63 years) United States
152.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
152.Course: Standard Course - 1 week
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It was a great school. The teachers and location were great too. I hope to come back next year for 2 weeks. :)
20. May. 2019
53. Elissa (71 years) Israel
153.Course: Intensive Group Course - 2 weeks
153.Course: Intensive Group Course - 2 weeks
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14. May. 2019
54. Sandro (18 years) Germany
154.Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
154.Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
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14. May. 2019
55. Marion (68 years) United States
155.Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeks
155.Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeks
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I was not interested in shopping so can’t evaluate.
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The only problem was the number of stairs. It was difficult for me especially with luggage. However, hosts were extremely helpful. I would have had problems managing on my own.
13. May. 2019
56. Mary (68 years) United States
156.Course: Standard Course [Italian] - 1 week
156.Course: Standard Course [Italian] - 1 week
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28. Apr. 2019
57. Manfred (63 years)
157.Course: Intensive Group Course - 4 weeks
157.Course: Intensive Group Course - 4 weeks
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The school is excellent. Very qualified and motivated teachers. Very helpful staff in the secretariat. Good additional program. Small classes.
15. Apr. 2019
58. Ulf (52 years) Germany
158.Course: Woche 1: Intensive Group Course; Woche 2: Standard Course - 2 weeks
158.Course: Woche 1: Intensive Group Course; Woche 2: Standard Course - 2 weeks
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14. Mar. 2019
59. Antioch (68 years) Netherlands
159.Course: Standard Course [Italiaans] - 1 week
159.Course: Standard Course [Italiaans] - 1 week
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Everything! Perhaps it was a little cold, I think this will be worse in January.
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Very good!
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Florence is a very beautiful town.
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The teachers are very motivated and very interested in their sudents, an amzing experience!
14. Mar. 2019
60. Simon (36 years) Australia
160.Course: Intensive Group Course - 2 weeks
160.Course: Intensive Group Course - 2 weeks
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11. Mar. 2019
61. Gregory (68 years) United Kingdom
161.Course: Individual [Italian] - 1 week
161.Course: Individual [Italian] - 1 week
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The teaching: superb. Organisation and secretary were also terrific.
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I want to repeat the whole thing.
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One of the most beautiful places on earth.
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My two teachers were superb and everything I had hoped for. Thank you to all concerned.
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A bit too noisy for my liking, but I knew that this would be the case as it was so central.
4. Mar. 2019
62. Peter C (72 years) Netherlands
162.Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
162.Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
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Teachers know their stuff!
19. Feb. 2019
63. Benoit (64 years) 
163.Course: Standard Course [Italien] - 2 weeks
163.Course: Standard Course [Italien] - 2 weeks
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Availability.
Warm welcome.
The teaching is well structured especially regarding the grammar.
Attentive teachers.
The afternoon activities are very interesting (visits, museums, cine, yoga)
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The school could accentuate the cultural part (visit of Florence) but I really appreciated the courses and I am thinking about coming back.
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I have no criticism to make as I have been really satisfied even though my progress was slow (I'm an absolute beginner).
4. Feb. 2019
64. Louise (53 years)
164.Course: 50+ Course [Italienska] - 4 weeks
164.Course: 50+ Course [Italienska] - 4 weeks
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Very good teaching. Pedagogical, enthusiastic and inspiring. Fast pace but it gave me a lot of confidence. The staff was friendly, gave good service and cared about the students.
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I chose extra cultural activities. Florence has a large number of beautiful churches and museums with preserved statues and paintings. I enjoyed them a lot, and everything was within walking distance.
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I can highly recommend this school. The classrooms were normal school standard. The social activities are in Italian and as a beginner it was difficult to understand them the first few weeks. The activities themselves are good.
31. Jan. 2019
65. Alexander (49 years) United States
165.Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
165.Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
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Knowledgeable and enthusiastic teachers, helpful support staff.
19. Jan. 2019
66. Michelle (28 years)
166.Course: Standard - 1 week
166.Course: Standard - 1 week
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Great people (teachers and team), beautiful rooms, nice fellow students!
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Take advantage of everything: go out, apply what you have learned, enjoy the city and culture!
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I would book again, very friendly and competent handling and good organization! And: a good placement test!
29. Nov. 2018
67. Henrique (66 years) Brazil
167.Course: Standard Course [Italiano] - 2 weeks
167.Course: Standard Course [Italiano] - 2 weeks
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Going to Firenze, learning at ABC school was a rich experience in perfecting Italian grammar and giving conversation.
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The extra activities provided in-depth knowledge of Italian history, food and life in general.
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Participation in a short period of school activities provided a safe walk through the Tuscan region.
26. Nov. 2018
68. Oksana (31 years)
168.Course: Standard - 3 weeks
168.Course: Standard - 3 weeks
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6. Nov. 2018
69. Barrs (71 years)
169.Course: Standard [Italian] - 2 weeks
169.Course: Standard [Italian] - 2 weeks
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It's a very friendly school, the teachers and the administrative staff are attentive and qualified.
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The activities and the outings are well organised and very interesting.
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I recommend this school
31. Oct. 2018
70. Ingrid (62 years)
170.Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeks
170.Course: 50+ Course - 2 weeks
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Friendliness and willingness to help
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Great tours in museums and churches
31. Oct. 2018
71. Birgit (61 years)
171.Course: 1 Woche 50+ Course [Italienisch] + 1 Woche Standardkurs (20 Lektionen pro Woche) - 2 weeks
171.Course: 1 Woche 50+ Course [Italienisch] + 1 Woche Standardkurs (20 Lektionen pro Woche) - 2 weeks
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- Very good teaching material, also for repeating the lessons later.
- Good support also in extracurricular matters if you still have language problems.
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With previous knowledge of the language, you can better benefit from the courses.
30. Oct. 2018
72. Gerd (65 years)
172.Course: 1 Woche 50+ Course [Italienisch] + 1 Woche Standardkurs (20 Lektionen pro Woche) - 2 weeks
172.Course: 1 Woche 50+ Course [Italienisch] + 1 Woche Standardkurs (20 Lektionen pro Woche) - 2 weeks
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Help with booking a ticket to Faenza.
Recommendation of a book on the history of the Italian language.
Competence of teachers.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
In my opinion, participants should already have a basic knowledge of Italian in order to achieve maximum success. I already had level A2 or B1.
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Very central location
29. Oct. 2018
73. Giannina (31 years)
173.Course: Intensive Group Course - 3 weeks
173.Course: Intensive Group Course - 3 weeks
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the teachers, grammar teaching methods, the activities organised by the school
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were we not supposed to have an exam on arrival or at the end of class?
I had none.
29. Oct. 2018
74. David (75 years) Canada
174.Course: Standard PLUS 5 Individual lessons [Italian] - 3 weeks
174.Course: Standard PLUS 5 Individual lessons [Italian] - 3 weeks
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30. Aug. 2018
75. Susanne (56 years)
175.Course: Standard PLUS 10 Individual lessons - 2 weeks
175.Course: Standard PLUS 10 Individual lessons - 2 weeks
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Very pleasant atmosphere, individual support. Small classes.
22. Aug. 2018
76. Jan (47 years) Belgium
176.Course: Standard - 1 week
176.Course: Standard - 1 week
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The small size of the classes
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15. Aug. 2018
77. Henry (21 years) United Kingdom
177.Course: Intensive Group Course - 2 weeks
177.Course: Intensive Group Course - 2 weeks
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I felt very welcome in the school straightaway and I felt like I could ask any question whatsoever to do with Italian.
16. Jul. 2018
78. Emilie (18 years) France
178.Course: Standard [Italian] - 2 weeks
178.Course: Standard [Italian] - 2 weeks
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The teachers were great
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Highly recommended!
16. Jul. 2018
79. Monica (43 years) United Arab Emirates
179.Course: Standard - 4 weeks
179.Course: Standard - 4 weeks
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I was expecting there to be more social activities, and daily activities.
11. Jul. 2018
80. Reinhard Sol (52 years)
180.Course: Standard - 1 week
180.Course: Standard - 1 week
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The teachers: Serena and Irene
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Lessons outdoors
11. Jun. 2018
81. Elena (55 years)
181.Course: Standard [Итальянский] - 2 weeks
181.Course: Standard [Итальянский] - 2 weeks
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I liked everything - location, organization, teachers, atmosphere in the classroom, excursions!
29. May. 2018
82. Marc (53 years)
182.Course: Intensive Group Course - 1 week
182.Course: Intensive Group Course - 1 week
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Super nice and motivated teachers. Never laughed so much in grammar. Grazie mile Linda!
29. May. 2018
83. Brian (59 years)
183.Course: Standard - 4 weeks
183.Course: Standard - 4 weeks
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I liked the way the instructors patiently pushed us to develop our Italian skills. Having the weekly movie really helped.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Allow the school to set up the extracurricular activities a la carte. They offer great opportunities to visit both Florence and areas outside of the city.
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We're definitely planning a return trip. We might even be interested in Sestri Levante.
21. May. 2018
84. David (75 years) Canada
184.Course: Standard - 2 weeks
184.Course: Standard - 2 weeks
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Wonderful teachers, supportive atmosphere
3. Apr. 2018
85. Friederike (60 years)
185.Course: Standard [Italien] - 2 weeks
185.Course: Standard [Italien] - 2 weeks
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The professionalism of the teachers, their availability and the family style atmosphere
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take the courses out of season to enjoy the excursions without being too overwhelmed by the influx of tourists.
Other comments
Continue like that!
2. Apr. 2018
86. Mark (60 years)
186.Course: Intensive Group Course [Italian] - 1 week
186.Course: Intensive Group Course [Italian] - 1 week
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The teachers are very qualified and truly understand how to teach a language.
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Book for more than a week - my work would not allow me to, but that will really make a difference; 3 or 4 weeks would be best. (If not more).
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The staff are good at their jobs, and they are even better people.
17. Jan. 2018
87. Irina (61 years)
187.Course: Standard [Итальянский] - 1 week
187.Course: Standard [Итальянский] - 1 week
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I loved the school! I liked that grammar classes take place separately. Julia perfectly explained Passato Remoto; I had a vague idea about this tense before, but now I understand the system. And the conversational practice with Sylvia was interesting - we had to invent something and even draw! Unfortunately, we studied only for 4 days as we combined the New Year holidays and the course. Of course, I would like to come and study for a longer period, and I hope I will some day. It was also nice to work at a large common table, in Salerno and in Rome we sat on chairs. The staff is really friendly and nice. I really liked the school.
6. Dec. 2017
88. Thomas (63 years) Switzerland
188.Course: Standard - 1 week
188.Course: Standard - 1 week
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Well organized, classes structured well, really like that they separate grammar and conversation.
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Check the boards right away for the events to sign up for.
13. Oct. 2017
89. Sylvie (64 years) Canada
189.Course: Intensive Group Course - 3 weeks
189.Course: Intensive Group Course - 3 weeks
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The competence of the teachers. The quality of course content. The attitude of teachers and staff, always listening and seeking a solution. The availability and efficiency of staff.
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Review the classification of groups for the conversation. The levels were very different in the same group. It would probably be appropriate to group people of the same level. There could be an assessment of oral skills on arrival.
9. Oct. 2017
90. David (74 years) Canada
190.Course: Intensive Group Course - 3 weeks
190.Course: Intensive Group Course - 3 weeks
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An outstanding learning experience. Highly recommended
9. Oct. 2017
91. André (71 years) France
191.Course: Standard - 2 weeks
191.Course: Standard - 2 weeks
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Everyone was very available and the remarks were taken into account.
12. Sep. 2017
92. Peter (70 years) Netherlands
192.Course: Standard - 2 weeks
192.Course: Standard - 2 weeks
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The helpfulness of the staff and the quality of the teaching.
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Don't go in August. It is much too hot.
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I plan to return.
23. Aug. 2017
93. Denise (52 years) Brazil
193.Course: Standard + Italiano No problem - 2 weeks
193.Course: Standard + Italiano No problem - 2 weeks
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Amazing staff and good teachers
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I certanly recommend the school.
22. Aug. 2017
94. Weber-hallauer (47 years) Switzerland
194.Course: Standard - 3 weeks
194.Course: Standard - 3 weeks
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Rooms in an old/original building.
Familiar atmosphere. Students not too young.
10. Aug. 2017
95. Martina (48 years) Austria
195.Course: Florence 1w and Sestri Levante 1w - 2 weeks
195.Course: Florence 1w and Sestri Levante 1w - 2 weeks
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9. Aug. 2017
96. Mary (63 years)
196.Course: Intensive Group Course - 4 weeks
196.Course: Intensive Group Course - 4 weeks
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I was greeted daily by name which made me feel welcome. The instruction was effective and there were many activities.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Get involved in all of the activities to visit the city and about the Italian culture.
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The accommodations were wonderful for location and being comfortable.
8. Aug. 2017
97. Barbara (18 years) Poland
197.Course: Intensive Group Course - 2 weeks
197.Course: Intensive Group Course - 2 weeks
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I think I liked most the attitude of all the teachers and staff in my school environment. Everyone was so helpful and kind to me! And also everything was made exactly the way I like: with calm, with no being in the rush, always on time, and above all - in a semi-funny, semi-serious way.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
In July, when it's really hot in Florence, the classes are smaller and the town is filled almost only with the tourists, while during the other seasons the classes are bigger and the number of students is greater, however, Florence is less like a place for tourists and easier to see how it really is. The choice is yours, honestly I did prefer the smaller classes :)
11. Jul. 2017
98. Michel (56 years) Monaco
198.Course: Standard PLUS 5 Individual lessons - 2 weeks
198.Course: Standard PLUS 5 Individual lessons - 2 weeks
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The teachers were very nice and Listened carefully to us. I was amazed! Thanks again to the directress and the ladies at the counter.
13. Jun. 2017
99. Anna (44 years)
199.Course: Standard - 4 weeks
199.Course: Standard - 4 weeks
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Excellent organization of the process, wonderful teachers and a real Italian atmosphere
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You will feel progress if you are engaged from 2 weeks or more, for a week you will only start to talk, plan long-term training, it is more reliable
3. Jun. 2017
100. Peter (61 years)
200.Course: Standard PLUS 5 Individual lessons - 2 weeks
200.Course: Standard PLUS 5 Individual lessons - 2 weeks
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