Italian school in Florence: ABC
- Accommodation within walking distance to school
- Excellent rating of student apartments (5.0/5.0)
- Top rated social activities (4.3/5.0)
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Background: If there is one way to live the Italian "Bella vita" while learning the finer intricacies of the Italian language, then ABC Florence would probably be the place for you. It is situated in the historic centre of the city, a location rich in history and art. Many people believe that Florence is the birthplace of the Italian language, so the learning experience is as authentic as it can get. ABC Florence maintains smaller groups of students in a personalised and attentive manner while catering to the needs of every student that chooses to enrol at the language school.
Location: The school is located in a Renaissance noble palace, Palazzo Canigiani, in the area of San Niccolò in Oltrarno, a 3-minute walk from the Ponte Vecchio. The large, well-lit classrooms have high, frescoed ceilings and on one side overlook the peaceful Via dei Bardi and on the other, the Arno river. Some of them offer panoramic views, but the prettiest view can be enjoyed from the terrace: from here, Ponte Vecchio, the Uffizi Gallery, the Arno riverbank, the Palazzo Vecchio and the Cathedral’s dome all make a Gine show off themselves right in front of you.
Course selection: Studying at ABC Florence allows you to choose the timeframe of your course, thus making it a personal experience. Teachers at ABC Florence encourage all students to express themselves independently and to make the most of situations where language skills can be improved.
Accommodation: All accommodation options are conveniently located in the historic centre of the city.
- The language school ABC was founded in Florence, Italy in 1982.
- Legal name / parent company: L'Arca s.r.l.
- Tax registration ID: IT04519920484
- The school is an official exam centerThe following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
Italian Courses
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Price at school Our price | 420 399 | 710 675 | 990 941 | 1260 1197 | 1850 1758 | 2440 2318 | 3030 2879 | 3600 3420 | 6600 6270 | 9900 9405 | 13200 12540 |
If the course does not have the minimum number of participants, the course will be substituted with the Standard Course plus 3 individual lessons per week for the same price.
With its 30 hours of Italian lessons per week, 6 lessons per day, the intensive course is aimed at those who want to deepen their language knowledge in the morning and continue their lessons into the early afternoon.
After grammar and conversation classes, the afternoon classes can include reading, listening, vocabulary development, in-depth grammar study, conversation, and are tailored to the needs of the group.
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Morning: 9:15 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:45
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Price at school Our price | 300 285 | 470 447 | 630 599 | 780 741 | 1130 1074 | 1480 1406 | 1830 1739 | 2160 2052 | 3290 3126 | 3900 3705 | 4600 4370 |
The ABC Italian language school’s standard group course will allow you to reap the benefits of taking 20 professionally prepared lessons every week while studying in reduced groups of just 9 other students apart from yourself. Each lesson lasts for 45 minutes, with the grammar and conversation classes clearly divided and given their own timetables.
Grammar will be taught in the two classes between 9:00 and 10:30, while conversation classes take place between 11:00 and 12:30.
It is the basis for group Italian courses. Lessons normally take place in the morning and are divided into grammar and conversation. Having learnt the grammar rules, students are encouraged to use them in practice, from the construction of simple sentences up to complete autonomy.
You will learn and improve all language skills, from reading and listening comprehension to writing and speaking practice, from pronunciation to vocabulary.
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Morning: 9:15 - 12:30
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Price at school Our price | -- | 320 304 | 430 409 | 540 513 | 650 618 | 780 741 | 910 865 | 1040 988 | 1170 1112 | 1300 1235 | 1560 1482 |
Students choose between grammar lessons or conversation lessons.
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Morning: 9:00 - 10:30
Afternoon: 11:00 - 12:30
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Price at school Our price | 700 665 | 1270 1207 | 1830 1739 | 2380 2261 | 3530 3354 | 4680 4446 | 5830 5539 | 6960 6612 | 12720 12084 | 19080 18126 | 25440 24168 |
Standard Course in the morning plus 10 individual lessons in the afternoon focused on general Italian and/or on specific needs of the students.
This is a combined course responding to specific needs in the study of the Italian language and is aimed at those who wish to attend a particularly intensive course.
After the morning group lessons (grammar and conversation), the Standard Plus courses continue with individual lessons in the afternoon during which students can deepen their knowledge of linguistic and lexical structures or practise written or oral expression.
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Morning: 9:15 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:05
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Price at school Our price | 500 475 | 870 827 | 1230 1169 | 1580 1501 | 2330 2214 | 3080 2926 | 3830 3639 | 4560 4332 | 8520 8094 | 12780 12141 | 17040 16188 |
Standard Course in the morning plus 5 individual lessons in the afternoon focused on general Italian and/or on specific needs of the students.
This is a combined course responding to specific needs in the study of the Italian language and is aimed at those who wish to attend a particularly intensive course.
After the morning group lessons (grammar and conversation), the Standard Plus courses continue with individual lessons in the afternoon during which students can deepen their knowledge of linguistic and lexical structures or practise written or oral expression.
09 Jan 2024, 22 Jan 2024, 05 Feb 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 04 Mar 2024, 18 Mar 2024, 18 Mar 2024, 02 Apr 2024, 15 Apr 2024, 29 Apr 2024, 13 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 10 Jun 2024, 25 Jun 2024, 08 Jul 2024, 22 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 19 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 16 Sep 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 28 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 25 Nov 2024, 09 Dec 2024
Morning: 9:15 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:10
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Price at school Our price | 650 618 | 1170 1112 | 1680 1596 | 2180 2071 | 2705 2570 | 3230 3069 | 3775 3587 | 4280 4066 | 4795 4556 | 5145 4888 | 6360 6042 |
Morning: 9:15 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:10
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Price in € | -- | 630 599 | -- | 1070 1017 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
The inscription fee for this programme is charged twice, once per school.
Standard Course, 1 or 2 weeks in Florence and 1 or 2 weeks in Sestri Levante (Genova).
Groups of maximum 10 students in Florence and 6 in Sestri Levante.
The inscription fee for this programme is charged twice, once per school.
Italian language and culture courses, methods, and the teaching materials used are the same in both schools. This makes it easy and possible to start studying in one of the schools and continue in the other, thus getting to know two of the most fascinating regions of Italy. Moreover, thanks also to the afternoon activities organised in the two schools, students can join their teachers on walks, visits to museums and towns in Liguria and Tuscany, wine and food tasting, and much more.
Morning: 9:15 - 12:30
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Price at school Our price | 350 333 | 700 665 | 1050 998 | 1400 1330 | 1750 1663 | 2100 1995 | 2450 2328 | 2800 2660 | 3150 2993 | 3500 3325 | 4200 3990 |
This course is for 3 students with the same language level who enroll together. The price is for both students. It is possible to attend a minimum of 5 to a maximum of 30 lessons a week.
It gives the possibility to three people (friends, family or work colleagues) of the same level of Italian to be able to personalise their timetable (the number of lessons per week) as well as the starting date of the course.
If students have certain needs for technical language, interests, curiosities or needs for the preparation of specific subjects they can be addressed by an expert teacher.
The lessons are dedicated to grammar structures necessary for communication and practicing conversation. The direct teaching method promotes even complete beginners to be able to start to speak Italian from the very first lesson. The rhythm and the topics of the lessons are modelled on the real needs and expectations of the students whose progress is constantly being monitored by the teacher.
The teachers use varied and multifaceted teaching materials. Grammar handouts are written and edited by the school which include exercises and original readings.
For the conversation lessons authentic materials are used such as newspaper articles and short stories, audiovisual materials or activities created to practice communication skills.
Morning: 9:15 - 12:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:15
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Price at school Our price | 480 456 | 860 817 | 1290 1226 | 1720 1634 | 1950 1853 | 2340 2223 | 2730 2594 | 3120 2964 | 3510 3335 | 3900 3705 | 4680 4446 |
Standard Course in the morning and 3 organised activities in the afternoon: tour of Florence, art visits to churches and museums, and walking tours. The price of museums/bus/train tickets is not included in the course price.
The course takes place in class in the morning to study the language and three afternoons per week are reserved for museum visits, walks or tastings.
It is aimed at adults or senior students, whose needs, in terms of interests or pace of learning, may be different from those of younger students.
The morning is entirely dedicated to studying the Italian language. From 9:00 to 10:30 the students study grammar. The linguistic structures are learned through texts and many practical examples in order so that the students can learn and understand their uses well. Having a maximum number of students per class (10) means that the teacher can attentively follow the progress of individuals and be accommodating to the pace of everyone.
After a short break, conversation class starts (from 11:00 to 12:30) when it is possible to communicate and put the linguistic structures learned into practice.
The students on the 50+ course will find a teacher waiting for them at the school for their afternoon activities.
The program is organised by the school and can vary but it can include for example:
- A tour of Florence to discover the most famous monuments in the city,
- A walk to the Piazzale Michelangelo and a visit of the San Miniato al Monte church,
- Visit to the Uffizi Gallery or the Accademia Gallery of Florence,
- A walk of the Oltrarno district,
- A visit of the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral,
- A visit to the new Museo dell'Opera del Duomo (museum of the works of the Cathedral),
- A visit to an artisan workshop,
- A walk in the historic centre discovering secrets and legends of Florence,
- An Italian history or culture seminar (music, cinema, art, traditions and much more),
- Afternoon or evening with a cooking lesson and dinner together,
- Excursions to Siena, Pisa, Lucca, Arezzo or other Tuscan cities (with all the other students).
Morning: 9:15 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:45
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Price at school Our price | 200 190 | 400 380 | 600 570 | 800 760 | 1000 950 | 1200 1140 | 1400 1330 | 1600 1520 | 1800 1710 | 2000 1900 | 2400 2280 |
Flexible dates and timetable by arrangement.
You might choose to take Italian classes online if:
- you are eager to start studying Italian before coming to school here,
- you don't want to forget what you learnt in Italy with the school, and you want to continue to speak Italian even after the course is over,
- if you cannot travel to Italy to study Italian for other reasons.
The school offers the opportunity to take Italian lessons online via Skype or Zoom from the comfort of your own home with our highly qualified, native-speaking teachers.
The online lessons are individual, highly customisable, and with timetables set by agreement.
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Price at school Our price | 275 262 | 550 523 | 825 784 | 1100 1045 | 1375 1307 | 1650 1568 | 1925 1829 | 2200 2090 | 2475 2352 | 2750 2613 | 3300 3135 |
This course is for 2 students with the same language level who enroll together. The price is for both students. It is possible to attend a minimum of 5 to a maximum of 30 lessons a week.
It is specifically designed for two people (friends, family, work colleagues) who are travelling together and have the same level of Italian.
Having lessons in very small groups gives you the advantage of being able to study more intensively and in a more personalised way, whether it be choosing specific themes that you would like to work on or being able to have a personalised timetable.
It is possible to decide how many hours you would like to have per week. Lessons normally take place in the morning but it is also possible to choose an afternoon time.
During the lessons the teacher provides the linguistic skills necessary for communication, taking the particular interests of the students into account.
You study grammar to understand the structure of the language. Through readings, exercises and activities, you will be taught rules which will then promote correct communication in Italian during the conversation lessons.
The learning is also focused on oral and written comprehension, vocabulary and communication in order that the students can improve their skills which are being closely monitored by the teacher who is with them every step of the way.
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Price at school Our price | 225 214 | 450 428 | 675 642 | 900 855 | 1125 1069 | 1350 1283 | 1575 1497 | 1800 1710 | 2025 1924 | 2250 2138 | 2700 2565 |
It is possible to attend a minimum of 5 to a maximum of 30 lessons a week.
It is for those who would prefer to have one-on-one lessons for professional, study, particular interest or time restraint reasons.
The start date and times of the lessons can be decided with the school.
We would recommend a minimum of one lesson per day up to a maximum of six lessons per day.
The individual course is modelled on the precise request of the student whilst keeping an optimum working environment in order to develop key language skills.
Grammar structures, necessary instruments for communication are studied as well as vocabulary and oral communication, written comprehension, dialogues, pronunciation and writing. Naturally, the most interesting aspects for the student will be the focus of the lessons.
For the grammar classes, the teachers use exercise books which are written, edited and published by the school. With 40 years of experience of teaching students from all over the world, the books are updated frequently. Written texts and practical exercises are done both in class and at home, as homework. The teaching materials used in conversation classes are various and come in many forms. These include authentic readings (newspaper articles, blog articles, pieces of literature etc.), technical vocabulary or language, audiovisual materials, educational games and anything else which can serve as a stimulus to speak Italian or to address specific requests.
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Price at school Our price | 700 665 | 1270 1207 | 1830 1739 | 2380 2261 | 3530 3354 | 4680 4446 | 5830 5539 | 6960 6612 | 12720 12084 | 19080 18126 | 25440 24168 |
Standard Course and 10 individual lessons for business Italian. The lessons include specific business language and how to write or speak about certain topics.
This is a combined course responding to specific needs in the study of the Italian language and is aimed at those who wish to attend a particularly intensive course.
After the morning group lessons (grammar and conversation), the Standard Plus courses continue with individual lessons in the afternoon during which students can deepen their knowledge of business Italian if they are learning Italian for professional reasons. It is possible to be taught specific business language and how to write or speak about certain topics.
Morning: 9:15 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:05
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Price at school Our price | 500 475 | 870 827 | 1230 1169 | 1580 1501 | 2330 2214 | 3080 2926 | 3830 3639 | 4560 4332 | 8520 8094 | 12780 12141 | 17040 16188 |
Standard Course and 5 individual lessons for business Italian. The lessons include specific business language and how to write or speak about certain topics.
This is a combined course responding to specific needs in the study of the Italian language and is aimed at those who wish to attend a particularly intensive course.
After the morning group lessons (grammar and conversation), the Standard Plus courses continue with individual lessons in the afternoon during which students can deepen their knowledge of business Italian if they are learning Italian for professional reasons.It is possible to be taught specific business language and how to write or speak about certain topics.
Morning: 9:15 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:10
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Price at school Our price | 700 665 | 1270 1207 | 1830 1739 | 2380 2261 | 3530 3354 | 4680 4446 | 5830 5539 | 6960 6612 | 12720 12084 | 19080 18126 | 25440 24168 |
Standard Course and 10 individual lessons for flight attendance. The flight attendance lessons are designed to teacher students about how to become a successful flight attendant in the Italian aviation industry.
This is a combined course responding to specific needs in the study of the Italian language and is aimed at those who wish to attend a particularly intensive course.
After the morning group lessons (grammar and conversation), the Standard Plus courses continue with individual lessons in the afternoon during which students can deepen their knowledge of Italian for flight attendance if they are learning Italian for professional reasons.
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Morning: 9:15 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:05
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Price at school Our price | 500 475 | 870 827 | 1230 1169 | 1580 1501 | 2330 2214 | 3080 2926 | 3830 3639 | 4560 4332 | 8520 8094 | 12780 12141 | 17040 16188 |
Standard Course and 10 individual lessons for flight attendance. The flight attendance lessons are designed to teacher students about how to become a successful flight attendant in the Italian aviation industry.
This is a combined course responding to specific needs in the study of the Italian language and is aimed at those who wish to attend a particularly intensive course.
After the morning group lessons (grammar and conversation), the Standard Plus courses continue with individual lessons in the afternoon during which students can deepen their knowledge of Italian for flight attendance if they are learning Italian for professional reasons.
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Morning: 9:15 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:10
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Price at school Our price | 700 665 | 1270 1207 | 1830 1739 | 2380 2261 | 3530 3354 | 4680 4446 | 5830 5539 | 6960 6612 | 12720 12084 | 19080 18126 | 25440 24168 |
Standard Course and 10 individual lessons for healthcare. The healthcare lessons are aimed at teaching the students the Italian language used in the Italian medical sector.
This is a combined course responding to specific needs in the study of the Italian language and is aimed at those who wish to attend a particularly intensive course.
After the morning group lessons (grammar and conversation), the Standard Plus courses continue with individual lessons in the afternoon during which students can deepen their knowledge of Italian for healthcare if they are learning Italian for professional reasons.
09 Jan 2024, 22 Jan 2024, 05 Feb 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 04 Mar 2024, 18 Mar 2024, 18 Mar 2024, 02 Apr 2024, 15 Apr 2024, 29 Apr 2024, 13 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 10 Jun 2024, 25 Jun 2024, 08 Jul 2024, 22 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 19 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 16 Sep 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 28 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 25 Nov 2024, 09 Dec 2024
Morning: 9:15 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:05
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Price at school Our price | 500 475 | 870 827 | 1230 1169 | 1580 1501 | 2330 2214 | 3080 2926 | 3830 3639 | 4560 4332 | 8520 8094 | 12780 12141 | 17040 16188 |
Standard Course and 10 individual lessons for healthcare. The healthcare lessons are aimed at teaching the students the Italian language used in the Italian medical sector.
This is a combined course responding to specific needs in the study of the Italian language and is aimed at those who wish to attend a particularly intensive course.
After the morning group lessons (grammar and conversation), the Standard Plus courses continue with individual lessons in the afternoon during which students can deepen their knowledge of Italian for healthcare if they are learning Italian for professional reasons.
09 Jan 2024, 22 Jan 2024, 05 Feb 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 04 Mar 2024, 18 Mar 2024, 18 Mar 2024, 02 Apr 2024, 15 Apr 2024, 29 Apr 2024, 13 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 10 Jun 2024, 25 Jun 2024, 08 Jul 2024, 22 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 19 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 16 Sep 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 28 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 25 Nov 2024, 09 Dec 2024
Morning: 9:15 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:10
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Price at school Our price | 700 665 | 1270 1207 | 1830 1739 | 2380 2261 | 3530 3354 | 4680 4446 | 5830 5539 | 6960 6612 | 12720 12084 | 19080 18126 | 25440 24168 |
Standard Course and 10 individual lessons for hotel and tourism. The hotel and tourism lessons are for students who want a better understanding as well as the lingo used in the Italian tourism market.
This is a combined course responding to specific needs in the study of the Italian language and is aimed at those who wish to attend a particularly intensive course.
After the morning group lessons (grammar and conversation), the Standard Plus courses continue with individual lessons in the afternoon during which students can deepen their knowledge of Italian for hotel and tourism business if they are learning Italian for professional reasons.
09 Jan 2024, 22 Jan 2024, 05 Feb 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 04 Mar 2024, 18 Mar 2024, 18 Mar 2024, 02 Apr 2024, 15 Apr 2024, 29 Apr 2024, 13 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 10 Jun 2024, 25 Jun 2024, 08 Jul 2024, 22 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 19 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 16 Sep 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 28 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 25 Nov 2024, 09 Dec 2024
Morning: 9:15 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:10
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Price at school Our price | 500 475 | 870 827 | 1230 1169 | 1580 1501 | 2330 2214 | 3080 2926 | 3830 3639 | 4560 4332 | 8520 8094 | 12780 12141 | 17040 16188 |
Standard Course and 5 individual lessons for hotel and tourism. The hotel and tourism lessons are for students who want a better understanding as well as the lingo used in the Italian tourism market.
This is a combined course responding to specific needs in the study of the Italian language and is aimed at those who wish to attend a particularly intensive course.
After the morning group lessons (grammar and conversation), the Standard Plus courses continue with individual lessons in the afternoon during which students can deepen their knowledge of Italian for hotel and tourism business if they are learning Italian for professional reasons.
09 Jan 2024, 22 Jan 2024, 05 Feb 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 04 Mar 2024, 18 Mar 2024, 18 Mar 2024, 02 Apr 2024, 15 Apr 2024, 29 Apr 2024, 13 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 10 Jun 2024, 25 Jun 2024, 08 Jul 2024, 22 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 19 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 16 Sep 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 28 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 25 Nov 2024, 09 Dec 2024
Morning: 9:15 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:10
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Price at school Our price | 700 665 | 1270 1207 | 1830 1739 | 2380 2261 | 3530 3354 | 4680 4446 | 5830 5539 | 6960 6612 | 12720 12084 | 19080 18126 | 25440 24168 |
Standard Course in the morning and 10 individual afternoon lessons a week providing preparation for any of these exams.
Exams take place in June or December.
It consists of 20 group lessons in the morning followed by individual lessons in the afternoon focused on exam preparation.
The morning lessons, divided between grammar and conversation, regularly take place in class with other students of the same level.
In the afternoon, after a short break for lunch, the learning continues with individual lessons (2 lesson per day) during which the teacher will guide the student in preparation specifically to pass the chosen exam.
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Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:05
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 500 475 | 870 827 | 1230 1169 | 1580 1501 | 2330 2214 | 3080 2926 | 3830 3639 | 4560 4332 | 8520 8094 | 12780 12141 | 17040 16188 |
Standard Course in the morning and 5 individual afternoon lessons a week providing preparation for any of these exams.
Exams take place in June or December.
It consists of 20 group lessons in the morning followed by individual lessons in the afternoon focused on exam preparation.
The morning lessons, divided between grammar and conversation, regularly take place in class with other students of the same level.
In the afternoon, after a short break for lunch, the learning continues with individual lessons (1 lesson per day) during which the teacher will guide the student in preparation specifically to pass the chosen exam.
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Morning: 9:15 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:10
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Price in € | 1250 1188 | 2500 2375 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
The student can, if they want, give an indication to a historic period to focus on or let the teacher guide them through the discovery of history and the legends which surround the protagonists of Florentine art such as the artists and patrons who have helped to make Florence famous in the world.
The teachers who teach the Intensive history of art course are graduate in history of art and/or licensed tour guides.
The lessons take place in the morning with an activity program which will be decided with the student.
At the end of the lessons it is possible to participate in the cultural activity program which is available to all the school students, to be able to enrich their knowledge of the other Italian culture aspects.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
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This course is a combination of group Italian language lessons (10 per week) and individual art history lessons (10 per week) in Florence. The first half of the morning (09:00 to 10:30) consists of group language lessons whilst the second half (10:50 to 12:40) is taught by experienced art students or licensed tour guides of the subject.
Tickets for museums and other monuments are not included in the price.
It is a great opportunity to be able to study Italian and be able to get to know the beautiful art of Florence in depth by visiting monumental museums and churches in the city.
The first half of the morning is dedicated to studying Italian grammar.
The second half of the morning will revolve around the history of art. The teachers who teach the course are history of art graduates and/or are licensed tour guides with great knowledge of the subject. The history of art lessons are individual and it is possible to choose which historic period or which artist you would like to focus as well as leaving it up to the teacher to decide. From medieval to Renaissance times, from Giotto to Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli or Michelangelo, Florence offers the possibility to get to know one of the most important historical and artistic heritages of the world.
Those who choose this course will visit a different monument every day.
Morning: 9:15 - 12:50
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Price in € | 560 532 | 990 941 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Standard Course in the morning plus 5 individual lessons per week focusing on teaching methodology and teaching practice.
Special course for Italian teachers (LS) in line with the new EU mobility programme for education and training.
Morning: 9:15 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:10
Information for all courses offered by ABC
Group lessons are 45 minutes long. Individual, duetto and trietto lessons are 55 minutes long.
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Lessons needed per Italian language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
ABC
“Our long experience (since 1982), our small size groups, our own educational material, our familiar atmosphere and our location in the heart of Florence are perfect to study Italian and to spend an unforgettable language travel in Italy.”
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Library
Movie rental
Movie room
Lounge
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 7Number of public PC workstations: 1
Additional comment about facilities of school
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Airport transfer
140 € return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Ballet | | - |
Baseball | | - |
Cooking | | - |
Dancing | | 1 km |
Diving | | 90 km |
Football (soccer) | | 1 km |
Golf | | 7 km |
Horse riding | | 15 km |
Mountainbiking | | 5 km |
Music | | 1 km |
Rugby | | - |
Sailing | | 90 km |
Skiing | | 90 km |
Squash | | 6 km |
Swimming | | 2 km |
Table Tennis | | - |
Tennis | | 3 km |
Volleyball | | 3 km |
Windsurfing | | 90 km |
Yoga | | - |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Adults - Paid activities
Junior - Free activities
Accommodation
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Price in € | 300 | 390 | 600 | 810 | 1020 | 1230 | 1440 | 1650 | 2070 | 2490 | 210 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The price of an extra night if only 1 week of accommodation is booked: EUR 50 per night.
Those who choose this option will have their own private room and will share the kitchen and bathroom with other people (other students from the school or a host family) who live in the house.
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Price in € | 330 | 455 | 700 | 945 | 1190 | 1435 | 1680 | 1925 | 2415 | 2905 | 245 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The price of an extra night if only 1 week of accommodation is booked: EUR 55 per night.
For those who would prefer to have a room and breakfast and live in a flat with a family. The student will have his or her own private room and will share the bathroom with the others. Individual use of the kitchen is not allowed: a family member will be responsible for preparing breakfast, which in Italy may include tea or coffee, milk, biscuits, yoghurt, and fruit.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 240 | 364 | 560 | 756 | 952 | 1148 | 1344 | 1540 | 1932 | 2324 | 196 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The price of an extra night if only 1 week of accommodation is booked: EUR 40 per night per person.
Those who choose this option will have their own private room and will share the kitchen and bathroom with other people (other students from the school or a host family) who live in the house.
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Price in € | 420 | 650 | 1000 | 1350 | 1700 | 2050 | 2400 | 2750 | 3450 | 4150 | 350 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The price of an extra night if only 1 week of accommodation is booked: EUR 70 per night.
For those who would prefer to have a room and meals and live in a flat with a family. The student will have his or her own private room and will share the bathroom with the others. Individual use of the kitchen is not allowed: a family member will be responsible for preparing breakfast, which in Italy may include tea or coffee, milk, biscuits, yoghurt, and fruit, and dinner. A typical Italian dinner consists of a first and second course with vegetables and fruit.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 270 | 429 | 660 | 891 | 1122 | 1353 | 1584 | 1815 | 2277 | 2739 | 196 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The price of an extra night if only 1 week of accommodation is booked: EUR 45 per night per person.
For those who would prefer to have a room and breakfast and live in a flat with a family. The student will have his or her own private room and will share the bathroom with the others. Individual use of the kitchen is not allowed: a family member will be responsible for preparing breakfast, which in Italy may include tea or coffee, milk, biscuits, yoghurt, and fruit.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 360 | 624 | 960 | 1296 | 1632 | 1968 | 2304 | 2640 | 3312 | 3984 | 336 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The price of an extra night if only 1 week of accommodation is booked: EUR 60 per night per person.
For those who would prefer to have a room and meals and live in a flat with a family. The student will have his or her own private room and will share the bathroom with the others. Individual use of the kitchen is not allowed: a family member will be responsible for preparing breakfast, which in Italy may include tea or coffee, milk, biscuits, yoghurt, and fruit, and dinner. A typical Italian dinner consists of a first and second course with vegetables and fruit.
Ratings of ABC compared to ratings of all schools in Italy
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Student opinions about ABC, Florence
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- Centro Italiano Firenze, Santa Croce
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- InFlorence Academy
- Influent
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- Italianme
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- Linguaviva
- Monnalisa Italian Language and Culture
- Parola, Santa Croce
- Scuola Leonardo da Vinci
- Scuola Lorenzo de Medici
- Scuola Toscana
- Sprachcaffe
- Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
Questions and answers about ABC
- Can I pay the accommodation fee directly to the school?“No, the accommodation fees are paid in cash to the host upon arrival.”Monica Fabianelli, Administration from ABC - Feb 08, 2023
- Can I book a course in Florence and Sestri Levante at the same time?“Absolutely, you can book a course with minimum one week in each location. ”Louise Granath, LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 03, 2023
FAQ about ABC, Florence
- How can I check my level of knowledge e.g. suitable for A1 beginner course. Is there a brief online assessment I could do before finalising booking?“Students can normally start any Monday if they speak some Italian. They will take a placement test on the first day and they will be placed with the right group according to their level. If they are interested they may also take an online test before the starting date to check their level. ”Angela Ligartova, Consultant from Languagecourse.net - Feb 28, 2022
- Does the school offer any other accommodation options, other than host families?“ABC Florence offers accommodation in host families only. It is a great way of getting to know the Italian culture and of practicing the language after classes.”Gosia Mazur, Senior Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 26, 2022
- Is it always better to study with a native speaker?“Definitely not. Just like non-native teachers, native speakers are different. There are real experts who can work at both beginner and advanced levels with students of all ages. But most native speakers are ordinary people for whom English is their first language. ”Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 12, 2023
- How long before I have to register in a course?“We advise you to register at least 4 weeks before arrival. However, the earlier you enroll, the more accommodation options you will have at your disposal. As accommodation is only available subject to availability, the earlier you register the better!”Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 03, 2023
- What confirms the qualifications of teachers?“Our teachers are qualified professionals whose experience is backed up by many years of practice, diplomas, and certificates to prove their level. ”Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 24, 2023
- The homestay option suits me. What are the different options?“At ABC Florence, there are 3 possible host family options (if you opt for a single room): Single room in a host family without meals/with breakfast/with half board.”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 17, 2024
- Classes run from Monday to Friday? Weekends are free?“Yes, courses are always held from Monday to Friday, and weekends are free. However, the school may offer weekend activities or excursions. Of course, these are not compulsory.”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 17, 2024
- You say that teaching materials are "generally" offered. Does that mean that this is not a certainty?“I can confirm that for the ABC Florence school, teaching materials are included in the price of the course.”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 17, 2024
- I would like to book an extra week in the homestay, without the course. Is that possible?“In high season we can just offer accommodation with the dates of the course.”Monica Fabianelli, Administration from ABC Florence - Feb 08, 2024