Via P.E. Demi 5 - 57016 Castiglioncello - see on mapWhat we like about the school
- Additional private lessons are cheaper than in most schools.
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
What we dislike about the school
- Younger students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools.
- Nationality mix could be more balanced. 40% of students are from Germany
- Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Location: ARCI-Pasolini Centro di Lingua is located in the beautiful Castiglioncello, Tuscany, Italy. Housed in the Villa Casa Marina close to the centre of Castiglioncello, students have everything they need in terms of shops, restaurants, markets and the city's beautiful coastline within walking distance. With over 40 years of experience in teaching students from beginners to the highest levels of fluency, the school is very well equipped, with stunning views of the Tyrrhenian Sea and the islands of Elba, Corsica, Capraia and Gorgona, giving a great base for students to create truly memorable moments.
School facilities: The school has excellent facilities including being surrounded by a large expanse of Mediterranean gardens, offering students a beautiful setting for learning and relaxing in the shade of majestic pine trees. Other amenities provided include a library, free WiFi and free parking, with all classrooms having ample natural light, creating the optimal learning and working environment.
Course selection: Italian courses can be taken in group lessons or privately and are available to all levels. ARCI-Pasolini Centro di Lingua makes sure their group lessons are kept to small numbers, as so all students get the necessary individual attention needed to maximise their time spent with the school. Further courses in Business, Child Care, Italian for Tourism and Italian for Airline staff may also be available upon request.
Social and Cultural: Many leisure activities and excursions are readily available through the school.
- The school is also known under the name Pier Paolo Pasolini.
- The language school ARCI-Pasolini Centro di Lingua was founded in Castiglioncello, Italy in 1980.
- Legal name / parent company: Forum Lingua
- Tax registration ID: DE815419982
- Abbreviated name of school: ARCI Castiglioncello
Italian Courses
General Language
General Italian - Intensive ![Most Popular Italian course]( "Most Popular Italian course")
30 Lessons per week
|
8 Students (max)
In high demand!
Offer! from
330€ 314€
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 330 314 | 600 570 | 890 846 | 1130 1074 | 1340 1273 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 308 | 559 | 830 | 1053 | 1249 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 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 - 13:30
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Student comments about "General Italian - Intensive"
Jennifer:
"This is an excellent school. I was lucky that I had an exceptional teacher (Alessandra) who really cared about our lessons and our progress. The area is brilliant and the facilities are fine. "
Private
Private lessons
20 Lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer! from
750€ 713€
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 750 713 | 1500 1425 | 2250 2138 | 3000 2850 | 3750 3563 | 4500 4275 | 5250 4988 | 6000 5700 | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 699 | 1398 | 2096 | 2795 | 3494 | 4192 | 4891 | 5589 | -- | -- | -- |
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 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 - 13:30
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Information for all courses offered by ARCI-Pasolini Centro di Lingua
Lesson duration
45 minutes
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 20 €. 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 2022 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan. 2022, 06 Jan. 2022, 13 Apr. 2022, 25 Apr. 2022, 01 May 2022, 02 Jun. 2022, 15 Aug. 2022, 01 Nov. 2022, 08 Dec. 2022, 25 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022.
01 Jan. 2022, 06 Jan. 2022, 13 Apr. 2022, 25 Apr. 2022, 01 May 2022, 02 Jun. 2022, 15 Aug. 2022, 01 Nov. 2022, 08 Dec. 2022, 25 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up
Please note that this school reserves the right to reduce the number of lessons if the minimum number of students is not reached.
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 22 € per course level.
Our price includes
- 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 Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
Note: All courses offered by Pasolini, Castiglioncello can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.
ARCI-Pasolini Centro di Lingua (ARCI)
Accreditations and Quality seals
ARCIItalian teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:50
School Size
Recommended type of transportation to city centre and name of most convenient stop for the school: Train:
* Castiglioncello.
Walking distance from the school to recommended public transport stop: 10 minutes
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at ARCI-Pasolini Centro di Lingua and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
General school facilities
Library
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free WIFI
Free parking
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 6Number of public PC workstations: 2Facilities for disabled students
Disabled car park
Wheelchair access to classroom
- Lift
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
In summer:60
Throughout the year: 30
Junior courses - In summer: 4
Minimum age of students
16 years
14 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 6
Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Pisa.
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
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.
Leisure activities
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Dancing | | - |
| Diving | | 1 km |
| Golf | | 40 km |
| Horse riding | | 10 km |
| Mountainbiking | | - |
| Tennis | | - |
| Windsurfing | | - |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Paid activities
Italian cooking (EUR 120 per week)
Wine and Oil tasting (EUR 15)
* Painting course (EUR 20 per hour)
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Sample of activities for adults (PDF)![]()
Accommodation
Villa Casa Marina - Medium Season
Single room, No meals
from
500 € per week
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 500 | 860 | 1070 | 1270 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 491 | 844 | 1050 | 1246 |
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.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
Shared bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 03 Jul. 2022 - 23 Jul. 2022, 21 Aug. 2022 - 03 Sep. 2022
High season
High season supplement per week: 50 €
Villa Casa Marina - High Season
Single room, No meals
from
650 € per week
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 650 | 1160 | 1510 | 1850 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 638 | 1138 | 1481 | 1814 |
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.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
Shared bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 21 Aug. 2022 - 31 Dec. 2022
Villa Casa Marina - High Season
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
from
360 € per week
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 360 | 660 | 820 | 1030 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 353 | 648 | 805 | 1010 |
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.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Includes
Shared bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Villa Casa Marina - Low Season
Single room, No meals
from
360 € per week
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 360 | 680 | 910 | 1150 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 353 | 667 | 893 | 1128 |
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.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
Shared bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 30 Oct. 2022 - 31 Dec. 2022
High season dates: 22 May 2022 - 18 Jun. 2022
High season dates: 22 May 2022 - 18 Jun. 2022
High season
High season supplement per week: 90 €
Villa Casa Marina - Low Season
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
from
210 € per week
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 210 | 370 | 530 | 640 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 206 | 363 | 520 | 628 |
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.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Includes
Shared bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 30 Oct. 2022 - 31 Dec. 2022
High season dates: 22 May 2022 - 18 Jun. 2022
High season dates: 22 May 2022 - 18 Jun. 2022
High season
High season supplement per week: 50 €
Villa Casa Marina - Medium Season
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
from
290 € per week
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 290 | 470 | 620 | 740 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 285 | 461 | 608 | 726 |
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.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Includes
Shared bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 04 Sep. 2022 - 31 Dec. 2022
High season dates: 03 Jul. 2022 - 23 Jul. 2022, 21 Aug. 2022 - 03 Sep. 2022
High season dates: 03 Jul. 2022 - 23 Jul. 2022, 21 Aug. 2022 - 03 Sep. 2022
High season
High season supplement per week: 40 €
Reviews
4.4
Overall school rating of
ARCI-Pasolini Centro di Lingua, Castiglioncello
21 authentic reviews from students who reserved with usARCI-Pasolini Centro di Lingua, Castiglioncello
School
Location of the school
4.8
Organisation
4.3
Facilities
3.4
Social activities
3.1
Course
Course quality / Progress in language
4.6
Value for money
4.3
Accommodation
Homestay
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Shared Flat (apartment)
4.0
Other
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What students liked about ARCI-Pasolini Centro di Lingua, Castiglioncello
Jody
45 years“The instructor was great -- supportive, encouraging, fun, and personable. She made it fun and interesting to learn Italian. The group sizes were small (just 3 students and one instructor in my group) which was much better than learning in a large class. The other participants were friendly and the culture of the school was very positive. There weren't a lot of organized activities but students spontaneously self-organized for dinners, which is probably better than a forced arrangement anyway.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
3.0
Social activities
4.0
Accommodation
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: The one-on-one lessons were great and worth the price. There is little or no signage for the school at the castle and the villa is hard to find so find out where you're going before you arrive.
Other comments: Great team and very encouraging learning environment. Two thumbs up!
Serge
56 years“Teachers are friendly and involved in our improving of language. A very pleasant mix between work and holiday mood.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
School organization
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
Accommodation
Other
5.0
Other comments: I improved a lot with my italian and 2 weeks of work passed really quickly and pleasantly. I enjoyed a lot my stay in Castiglioncello not too crowed and i met very kind foreign people at school. I'll certainly come back.
Marisol
39 years“The castle is very beautiful right in front of the ocean and the teachers are really kind and patient”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
2.0
Accommodation
Homestay
4.0
Other
4.0
Apartment - Season 1
4.0
Elisabeth
59 years“Friendly teacher, very knowledgeable, few students so more opportunity to speak”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
2.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
1.0
Accommodation
Homestay
5.0
Other
5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
5.0
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: possibility of meeting other students
Other comments: we were going for the second time with still the same enthusiasm
Béatrice
“The quality of teaching, the teachers, the learning method”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
Detailed review
City/place
2.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
3.0
Accommodation
Apartment - Season 1
3.0
FAQ about ARCI-Pasolini Centro di Lingua, Castiglioncello
- What is the best price for a course at Pasolini, Castiglioncello?Italian courses at Pasolini start at 314 € for General Italian - Intensive course with 30 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the number of students per class at ARCI-Pasolini Centro di Lingua?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at ARCI-Pasolini Centro di Lingua varies from 1 students (Private lessons) to 8 students (General Italian - Intensive)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Pier Paolo Pasolini?100% of teachers at Pier Paolo Pasolini hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of ARCI-Pasolini Centro di Lingua from?The highest Nationality percentage at ARCI-Pasolini Centro di Lingua comes from Germany with a 40% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (15%) and USA (8%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- ARCI-Pasolini Centro di Lingua offers courses for which ages?ARCI-Pasolini Centro di Lingua offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 35 during the summer and 45 for the rest of the year.
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