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Il Sasso
Montepulciano, Italy

Piazzale Pasquino da Montepulciano 6 - 53045 Montepulciano - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • Excellent rating of teaching quality
    4.8
  • Homestay accommodation very close to school
  • 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.

Location: Il Sasso Italian Language School is located in southern Tuscany, halfway between Rome and Florence, in Montepulciano. The school is housed in a historic building in the centre of the beautiful renaissance town that stands on a hill, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. Cafés, eateries and local attractions such as the Fortezza Di Montepulciano Castle, Museo della Tortura di Montepulciano and the Porta Delle Farine are all within walking distance of the school, ensuring students have much to see and do in Montepulciano.

Course selection: With over 35 years of experience, Il Sasso is well prepared and professionally equipped to teach Italian as a foreign language, embracing much of the local attributes such as Wine, History and Art within their specialised programmes. General or small group programmes are arranged throughout the whole year and are available to all levels. Specialised courses in Art, Literature, History, Wine and Business are available for more advanced students. Private lessons are available the whole year round.

Accommodation: The school offers accommodation facilities in Homestay and Private Apartments.

School facilities: The facilities of Il Sasso help students take advantage of its beautiful Tuscan surroundings. There is a rooftop terrace, library, cafeteria and a Student Support Desk for any further questions or queries that students may have. All classrooms have ample natural light and heating, ensuring the optimal learning environment for all students.

Italian Courses

General Language
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 304 289 498 474 644 612 789 750 975 927 1140 1083 1330 1264 1520 1444 1692 1608 1850 1758 2220 2109
Price in US$ 338 554 716 877 1083 1266 1477 1688 1879 2055 2466
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
Special Offers:
10.00 % discount: 10.00 % discount on tuition fees only - For over 70 years old people. .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
10.00 % discount: 10.00 % discount on tuition fees only - For all school and university students who provide proof of their membership of the school or university .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.

The Standard course is ideal for those who want to learn the Italian language on a morning schedule, in the company of other students, in groups that are guaranteed to be a maximum of just 9 students. You will be assigned to a group that’s appropriately challenging for your current level of Italian - ranging from beginner to advanced. In terms of the content of the lessons, the teachers combine the study of language, culture and current affairs to deliver classes that are educational and engaging at the same time.

The course consists of four hours (50 minutes each) of group classes (Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 13:00, with two breaks). Two teachers work with each group, who will alternate between one another. Since every teacher inevitably has a slightly different style of teaching, you’ll benefit from the variety - particularly when it comes to tuning your ear to more than one person when you’re listening to Italian speakers.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1-12 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
50 min
Student comments about "Group Course" at Il Sasso
Robyn 5.0
"My teachers were great and very encouraging."
Jay 5.0
"I loved my class. It was an extraordinary group of mature students that were smart, funny and we were able to form a strong bond in just one week."
Cristina 4.0
"It was good - competent, friendly teachers"
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 495 471 798 759 1091 1037 1350 1283 1650 1568 1920 1824 2240 2128 2560 2432 2700 2565 3000 2850 3600 3420
Price in US$ 550 887 1212 1500 1833 2133 2488 2843 2999 3332 3998
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
Special Offers:
10.00 % discount: 10.00 % discount on tuition fees only - For all school and university students who provide proof of their membership of the school or university .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.

Standard Italian group course plus 1 individual lesson per day in the afternoon.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:40
Possible course durations
1-12 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 618 588 1109 1054 1560 1482 1952 1855 2400 2280 2820 2679 3290 3126 3760 3572 4185 3976 4650 4418 5580 5301
Price in US$ 687 1232 1733 2168 2666 3132 3654 4176 4648 5164 6197
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
Special Offers:
10.00 % discount: 10.00 % discount on tuition fees only - For over 70 years old people. .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
10.00 % discount: 10.00 % discount on tuition fees only - For all school and university students who provide proof of their membership of the school or university .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.

Standard Italian group course plus 2 individual lessons per day in the afternoon.

Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 14:50
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
50 min
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 650 618 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Price in US$ 722
Starting dates
2025: 26 May 2025, 03 Nov 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
50 min
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 650 618 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Price in US$ 722
Starting dates
2025: 07 Apr 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 13 Oct 2025

This course is for those who prefer a walk in the open air to a classroom lesson.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
50 min
Junior
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) 274 261 448 426 580 551 710 675 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Price in US$ 305 498 645 789
Starting dates
2025: 30 Jun 2025, 07 Jul 2025, 14 Jul 2025, 21 Jul 2025

The family program is held in the same building as the adult program, therefore families can easily meet up after the lessons and enjoy their free time together. Minors will join in Il Sasso Kids and Junior Language Learning programme and parents are welcome to join in on the adult courses.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
7 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
Online
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 16
Price at school (€) Our price (€) -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 330 314 -- -- 660 627
Price in US$ 367 733
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course offers a total of 20 hours of online lessons, divided over 8 weeks. One lesson is 75 minutes and every week there are two lessons. There is a minimum of 3 participants needed for the course to start.

Course specific data
General course schedule
0-1 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
8, 16 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Lesson duration
50 min
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) -- -- -- 220 209 -- -- -- 440 418 -- -- --
Price in US$ 245 489
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course offers a total of 20 hours of online lessons, divided over 8 weeks. One lesson is 75 minutes and every week there are two lessons (sometimes one). There is a minimum of 2 participants needed for the course to start.

Course specific data
General course schedule
0-1 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:30
Possible course durations
4, 8 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 4 / Average: 3
Lesson duration
50 min
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 330 314 -- 870 827 -- 1350 1283 -- -- -- -- -- --
Price in US$ 367 967 1500
Starting dates
Every Monday

For those of you who want to focus on their needs or who need to take classes at specific times or days, there are individual lessons. These packages of 10/30/50 private lessons can be divided over multiple weeks.

Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1, 3, 5 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
Private
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) 450 428 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Price in US$ 500
Starting dates
Every Monday

This is a package of 10 hours, which can be used over the course of a few weeks if preferred.
Examples of special purposes are business, technology or economic sectors, terms and expressions for everyday work in the office, law, medicine, singing, etc. The school can design a personal program for you.
For companies that are interested in full immersion programs: the school offers custom courses also for them.

Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:40
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 420 399 840 798 1260 1197 1680 1596 2100 1995 2520 2394 2940 2793 3360 3192 3780 3591 4200 3990 5040 4788
Price in US$ 467 933 1400 1866 2332 2799 3265 3732 4198 4664 5597
Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
10.00 % discount: 10.00 % discount on tuition fees only - For over 70 years old people. .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
10.00 % discount: 10.00 % discount on tuition fees only - For all school and university students who provide proof of their membership of the school or university .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.

Individual lessons are for students who are looking for a customized Italian language programme, which fully meets their personal needs.

You can combine this private course also with the group morning classes. The teacher can help you with your homework, practice conversation and/or focus on a specific topic which is not discussed in the morning class. The individual class is tailor-made. The schedule is to be discussed with the teacher.

Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 50 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 - 10:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:40
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
Student comments about "Private Course" at Il Sasso
Veronika 5.0
"Perfect"
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) 700 665 1400 1330 2100 1995 2800 2660 3500 3325 4200 3990 4900 4655 5600 5320 6300 5985 7000 6650 8400 7980
Price in US$ 778 1555 2332 3110 3887 4664 5442 6219 6996 7774 9328
Starting dates
Every Monday

This is a pack of 10 lessons to be shared with another person, preferable of the same level.

Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 50 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 - 10:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:40
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
Lesson duration
50 min
Language Plus Activity
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) 450 428 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Price in US$ 500
Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
10.00 % discount: 10.00 % discount on tuition fees only - For all school and university students who provide proof of their membership of the school or university .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.

The course combines theoretical lessons and guided walks among Renaissance churches and buildings.

Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:40
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
Course Video
Il Sasso -  (Video)
Il Sasso - (Video)
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) 600 570 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Price in US$ 667
Starting dates
2025: 05 May 2025, 06 Oct 2025

This course is for this those who want to deepen their knowledge of art history through visits to churches, buildings and abbeys in Montepulciano and nearby villages.

The price includes roaming lessons, educational materials, transport and tickets.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Required minimum language level
Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
Lesson duration
50 min

Our prices for Il Sasso include

  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students

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  • Excursions
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Student opinions about Il Sasso, Montepulciano

4.7
Overall school rating of
Il Sasso, Montepulciano
45 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
School
Location of the school
4.9 
Facilities
4.1 
Social activities
4.0 
Organisation
4.8 
Course
Quality of teaching
4.8 
Value for money
4.6 
Accommodation
Homestay
4.5 
Shared Flat (apartment)
4.2 
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (0 ratings)
0.0 
Students 18-30 years (1 rating)
5.0 
Students 31-49 years (10 ratings)
4.5 
Students 50+ years (33 ratings)
4.8 
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The overall vibe - all the support staff and teachers were very helpful and friendly. The teaching was exceptional - I learned so much in only two weeks, thanks to the three teachers I had (two in the group classes and one for private lessons. They were very knowledgeable about the subject matter and gave clear instructions and explanations.”
“The weather was unseasonably cold for mid May so the classrooms were freezing. This made it difficult to concentrate. It would’ve helped to have had some form of heating. More effort needed to be made to keep the toilets clean - sometimes there was no toilet paper or soap and the rubbish bins were full to overflowing.”
Insider tip: “The textbook which one is required to buy is quite heavy, which is a consideration for those travelling from afar (weight limits for plane travel).”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Excellent in all respects.Other comments: Sincere thanks to all the staff.
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 30. May. 2023 by Carmel Mackin
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Excellent support by School organization .Very well trained teachers with good sensitivity to the needs of class.I was living in a spacious, clean and very well equipped apartment at a reasonable price in the middle of the city.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard course - 2 weeks
Review date: 28. Jul. 2010 by Gerhard Hummel
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Sara and Gaia were both incredible teachers. In addition, I loved the building and classrooms and the students were mature, intelligent, and committed to learning. All in all, I give the school very high marks.”
“None.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: I loved my class. It was an extraordinary group of mature students that were smart, funny and we were able to form a strong bond in just one week.
Course: Group Course - 1 week
Review date: 4. Oct. 2024 by Jay Jester
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“My teacher Roberta for private lessons, also everything was extremey well organized, especially considering the director had no real idea before the first day's testing regarding the level of the students”
Insider tip: “I started with the intensive, 6 hours a day, which I eventually found too much, despite how inviting it sounds, it's hard to absorb that much at one time.”
Details of the review
Other comments: I really loved the school & would only suggest more excursions to some of the small villages around that area or even a trip to the termi at Rapolano or Bagno Vignoni. I was there in Oct. & perhaps the enrollment at that time was too low for such trips.
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 1. Nov. 2007 by Marilyn Riley
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Well organised. Diligent and patient teachers. They take their time and respond to questions. Even though it was my first language course, I can't imagine it being any better. Thanks to the great team!”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: PerfectOther comments: Thank you to the great team
Course: Private Course [Italienisch] - 1 week
Review date: 24. Jun. 2024 by Veronika Steinbauer
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The location of the school in the city centre, and in a lively district. Quality teaching Quality of premises Mix of nationalities Adjustment to teaching level”
Insider tip: “The coffee poliziano inbetween lessons”
Details of the review
Course: Standard course - 1 week
Review date: 14. Aug. 2012 by Christian Phlippoteau
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“In addition to the above assessment, the friendliness of the school management, administrative staff and teaching staff should also be mentioned.”
“Classrooms may be too small for larger groups.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Very helpful for intensive communication
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 3. Jun. 2024 by Helma Schumertl
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Very professional teaching staff. Skillful at identifying strengths/weaknesses and developing appropriate teaching strategies.”
Details of the review
Other comments: Particularly in off-season, students should be advised up-front not to arrive on a Sunday, as connections to the nearest train station (Chiusi) become problematic.
Course: Standard course - 3 weeks
Review date: 15. Dec. 2015 by Mark Parris
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Very committed teachers, good textbook, 2 teachers per day each, thus varied lessons!”
“Toilets no disinfectant, trash bins overflowing. Window frames totally rotten, when opened, chunks fall off!”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Thanks to Corona there were only two of us and that was great and intense! 2nd week for three!
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 28. Sep. 2020 by Dagmar Ritz
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The teachers, their approach to teaching and learning and their positive attitudes.”
Insider tip: “Some students didn't have wifi in their accommodation. Make sure you request it when applying.”
Details of the review
Other comments: It was a most positive experience, academically, socially and culturally. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this school.
Course: Standard course - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. Nov. 2015 by Gail Giffney
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The staff, everybody was really helpful and had a genuine interest in the students”
Details of the review
Other comments: I haven't been to school for years and for me it was a really enjoyable experience. Definitely will be going back
Course: Standard course - 1 week
Review date: 10. Jun. 2013 by Paul Stanford
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The small classes and the quality of teaching. The teachers were very helpfull.”
Insider tip: “The value for money. You learn a lot in two weeks.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard course - 2 weeks
Review date: 19. Aug. 2012 by Herman Haverkort
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Excellent teachers, friendly and put you at ease. My daughter loved her teachers.”
“I didn’t do excursion so can’t comment on it.”
Details of the review
Course: Family Course mother and daughter - 1 week
Review date: 17. Aug. 2023 by Alison Mcclenaghan
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“The great teaching staff and the well thought out organisation of the classes”
Details of the review
Course: Standard course - 1 week
Review date: 11. Sep. 2012 by Ute Roese
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The teachers and the school staff are very nice and professional.”
Details of the review
Other comments: We were very lucky with the accommodation - an apartment for two was in excellent condition, our additional wishes were taken into account
Course: Standard course [Итальянский] - 1 week
Review date: 21. May. 2018 by Anna Romanova
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
3.0
“Being in the class with other students learning the language”
Insider tip: “Chiusi Chiusi Etruscan Museum and Museum.”
Details of the review
Other comments: We had a wonderful time. We enjoyed our lessons and being at the school very much. We loved Montepulciano and all the things we did such as visiting other hill top towns, going to Saint Antimo, exploring Chiusi and the Etruscan remains and all the delicious food, cheese and wine. We had an unforgetable experience and would highly recommend this to anyone.
Course: Standard course - 2 weeks
Review date: 20. Sep. 2009 by Suzanne Sherwood
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Everything is very well organized, everyone is friendly.”
“I was not informed that there was no group for the A1 level that suited me. I had to take individual lessons.”
Details of the review
Course: Group Course - 1 week
Review date: 29. Apr. 2025 by Marina Shtykova
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“The teachers, the building and its location in the city.”
Details of the review
Other comments: It is a familiar school, the number of students per class allows a very direct and personal teaching method.
Course: Standard course - 2 weeks
Review date: 22. Aug. 2015 by Luz Garcia Garcia
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The staff were excellent, friendly but very efficient.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard course - 2 weeks
Review date: 10. Jun. 2013 by Sue Stanford
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Location, rooms, air conditioning, teaching positive”
“Book had to be paid for separately. Lessons for 2 people were cut by 1 hour, no drinking water in classrooms, leisure activities very expensive!”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: It was good - competent, friendly teachers
Course: Group Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 22. Aug. 2024 by Cristina Battisti
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The teachers are great and the location is fantastic”
Details of the review
Course: Combi Course (20 group + 10 individual) - 1 week
Review date: 29. Mar. 2022 by Maria Ragnarsdottir
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Small classes. Cinzia excellent grammar teacher.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard course - 1 week
Review date: 12. Jun. 2016 by Michael Locke
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Friendliness. Evaluation of students and quality.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Italian Course - 1 week
Review date: 24. Jul. 2011 by Lars G Svensson
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“I made tremendous progress in private lessons”
Details of the review
Course: Group + 1 (20 group+ 5 individual) [Italia] - 2 weeks
Review date: 25. Oct. 2021 by Elina Vuorinen
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The quality of teachers and their kindness”
Details of the review
Course: Standard course - 2 weeks
Review date: 26. Sep. 2011 by Maïdo Probeck
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“It was perfect, nice people, good teachers”
Details of the review
Course: Standard course - 2 weeks
Review date: 22. Jun. 2009 by Elvira Traar
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Nice atmosphere and quality of teachers”
Details of the review
Other comments: It is unfortunate that teaching booklets are paying
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 2. Apr. 2008 by Brigitte Lemattre
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Everything was fine, very nice people”
“Occasionally the weather, otherwise everything is fine”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: it was flawless
Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Review date: 24. Jun. 2024 by Klaus Kirchbacher
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The teachers and staff are wonderful.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Review date: 27. May. 2024 by Georgia TANN
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The teachers enthusiasm was great.”
“We were in a very small room and one of the students had a dog which I didn’t appreciate!”
Details of the review
Course: Group Course - 1 week
Review date: 4. Mar. 2024 by Ian Porter
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

Ratings of Il Sasso compared to ratings of all schools in Italy

 Il Sasso MontepulcianoAverage of all other schools in Italy
Overall school rating4.74.5
Location of the school4.94.8
Facilities4.13.9
Social activities4.04.0
Organisation4.84.5
Quality of teaching4.84.5
Value for money4.64.4
Homestay4.44.2
Shared flat4.34.2

Il Sasso

Accreditations and Quality seals
EDUITALIALICETPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
Italian teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
40% male / 60% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Il Sasso and you book here.
Year of school foundation
1983

General school facilities

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Cafeteria

  • Drink vending machine

  • Library

  • Movie rental

  • Movie room

  • Lounge

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Self-study areas

  • Printer for student use

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Free parking (<500m)

  • Classroom equipment

    • Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 9
    • Number of public PC workstations: 1

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Accessible Toilet

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
USA 25%
Germany 20%
England 10%
Italy 5%
Netherlands 5%
Switzerland 5%
Japan 4%
Sweden 2%
Spain 2%
Israel 1%
Turkey 1%
Brazil 1%
France 1%
Other nationalities 18%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 5%
18-24 years 5%
25-34 years 20%
35-50 years 30%
>50 years 40%
The average age outside summer is 20 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
In summer: 45
Throughout the year: 20
Junior courses - In summer: 3
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 7
Adult courses Throughout the year: 7
Junior courses In summer: 1
Average age of students
In summer: 30 years
Throughout the year: 50 years

Information for all courses offered by Il Sasso

Lesson duration
50 minutes
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 25 € per course level.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 45 €. 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 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025 - 12 Jan 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 25 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 01 Nov 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 13 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Full corresponding tuition fees are reimbursed
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per Italian language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
290 € one way
580 € return (both ways)
Pisa International Airport:
290 € one way
580 € return (both ways)
Florence Peretola Airport:
240 € one way
480 € return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Florence.

Leisure activities

Leisure programme for adults & juniors (sample):
 Schedule of activities - adults and juniors (PDF)
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

If you want to organize your own free time, Montepulciano and its surrounding areas have a lot to offer, including the towns of Chiusi and Cortona, famous for their Etruscan origins, the monasteries of Sant'Antimo and Monte Oliveto Maggiore, mediaeval towns such as Cetona and Città delle Pieve and Pienza, known as the "Pearl of the Renaissance". For nature lovers, there are hundreds of scenic walking routes in the Val d'Orcia or on Monte Amiata. In Montepulciano there are tennis courts, dance schools and a gym. In Chianciano (8 km away and on a bus route) there is a swimming pool. We also recommend a visit to the area's large number of spa towns, such as Bagno Vignoni, Bagni di S. Filippo and San Casciano dei Bagni (reachable only by car).

Adults - Paid activities

Guided tours of Montepulciano
Cooking evenings
Wine-tasting
Tutorials on history and art history
Walks in the country and excursions to Cortona
Lago di Trasimeno or Montalcino
Videos about leisure activities at Il Sasso Montepulciano
activity possibledistance from school
Cooking-
Dancing5 km
Football (soccer)-
Golf25 km
Horse riding25 km
Mountainbiking15 km
Music-
Sailing30 km
Swimming10 km
Tennis-
Volleyball5 km
Yoga-

Accommodation

Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in € 300 650 1000 1090 -- -- -- 2180 -- 2850 --
Price in US$ 351 760 1169 1275 2549 3332
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
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.
Price extra night
40 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
8 minutes walking (average reported by 8 former students).
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
90
Student comments about Homestay
Robyn
Accommodation: 5.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 4.0
Meals 5.0
"Fiorella is very welcoming, likes to chat and is very forgiving of my emerging Italian language. She is also a fantastic cook.
Cristina
Accommodation: 3.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 3.0
Meals 3.0
"Location was great! Food ok. Hospitality was so-so. Little interest in communication. TV was usually on during meals. Space in the fridge, advice on the use of tap water, multiple use of the washing machine would have been helpful given the temperatures.
Georgia
Accommodation: 5.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 5.0
Meals 5.0
"Wonderful host Fiorella. She is simply the best!
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in € 240 520 800 900 -- -- -- 1800 -- 2500 --
Price in US$ 281 608 936 1053 2105 2923
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
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.
Price extra night
40 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
10 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
90
Student comments about Homestay
Maria
Accommodation: 5.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 5.0
"Fiorella is a very good host, we talked a lot and she is very, very nice.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in € 420 910 1400 1500 -- -- -- 2750 -- 3900 --
Price in US$ 491 1064 1637 1754 3215 4559
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
45 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
6 minutes walking (average reported by 7 former students).
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
90
Student comments about Private Apartment (1-2 people)
Klaus
Accommodation: 5.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 5.0
"this one was wonderful, maybe a little more storage space for the robe
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in € 600 1300 2000 2700 -- -- -- 5500 -- 8300 --
Price in US$ 702 1520 2338 3157 6429 9702
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
60 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
10 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
90
Student comments about Private Apartment (two single rooms).
Helma
Accommodation: 2.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 1.0
"Bed linen changed only once in four weeks; kitchenette quite dingy as poorly cleaned; cooking utensils and crockery took some getting used to; unhygienic bath mats on the floor in the bathroom. The bathroom facilities were relatively new and the shower also worked. No problem with the hot water.

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FAQ about Il Sasso, Montepulciano

I would like to know if it is possible to park somewhere near the school for the duration of the lesson and how much is the parking fee?
“There are free parking places around the historic centre of town. All in 10-15 minutes walking distance from the school.

Heike K. Wilms, Admissions Officer from Il Sasso, Montepulciano - May 17, 2024
What is the most popular accommodation offered by Il Sasso?
“The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Il Sasso”
Is it possible to take a course at Il Sasso as an absolute beginner?
“Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Group Course, Group Course + 1 hour/day (20 group+ 5 individual), Group Course + 2 hours/day (20 group + 10 individual)
Is airport pickup offered by Il Sasso?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (290 €), Pisa International Airport (290 €), Florence Peretola Airport (240 €)”
What is the number of students per class at Il Sasso?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Il Sasso varies from 1 (Online Private Course) to 10 students (Group Course)”
Which countries are students of Il Sasso from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Il Sasso comes from USA with a 25% representation, followed by students from Germany (20%) and England (10%).”
Il Sasso offers courses for which ages?
“Il Sasso offers courses from 7 years to 99. Average age is 30 during the summer and 50 for the rest of the year.”

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Terms of Il Sasso

First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:00
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Legal name/parent company
Società Sophia s.n.c. | Tax registration ID: IT00987230521

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.
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