Scuola Leonardo da Vinci Siena Language School Italy

4.4/5

54 Students' Overall Rating of Scuola Leonardo da Vinci, Siena

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Homestay accommodation very close to school

Scuola Leonardo da Vinci

The language school Scuola Leonardo da Vinci was founded in Siena, Italy in 1991. The school is located in a typical Sienese street in the historic centre of Siena, next to Piazza San Domenico and a three-minute walk from Piazza del Campo.

The school address is: Via del Paradiso 16, 53100 - Siena, Italy (see on map)

Accreditations and Quality seals

AIL

School Size:

Facilities

Free after-class access to language learning software
Movie room
Lounge
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI

Classroom equipment

TV in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms

Number of classrooms:

Number of public PC workstations:

Facilities for disabled students

Wheelchair access to classroom
Disabled toilet
Wheelchair access to reception

Prices include

Organized activities
Internet access and use of school computers
Wireless LAN zone at school
Free certificate of course attendance
Language level placement test at first day of classes
Language level placement test before arrival
For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students

Course material:

Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.

Average number of students

Adult courses in summer: 50
Adult courses throughout the year: 40

Average age of students

in summer: 25 years
throughout the year: 30 years
Read our recommendations for students over 30.

Average number of levels

Adult courses in summer: 6
Adult courses throughout the year: 6

Minimum age of students

16 years

The school is an official exam center

The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:

Italian teacher qualifications

100 % hold a university degree
100 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification

Optional airport transfer

Best arrival airport is Florence Airport Amerigo Vespucci (FLR).

Pisa / S. Giusto:
240 € pick up
480 € return (both ways)
Florence Peretola Airport:
200 € pick up
400 € return (both ways)

Days without class

In 2018 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2018, 02.Apr.2018, 25.Apr.2018, 01.May.2018, 15.Aug.2018, 01.Nov.2018, 22.Dec.2018 - 06.Jan.2018.

School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Group classes not.

Italian Courses

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Typical content of a language course

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Price in US$	228	411	584	779	865	1038	1384	1730	1946	3374	5709

Starting dates

Every Monday .
Absolute beginners start on: 02.Jan.2018, 15.Jan.2018, 29.Jan.2018, 05.Feb.2018, 19.Feb.2018, 05.Mar.2018, 19.Mar.2018, 03.Apr.2018, 16.Apr.2018, 30.Apr.2018, 07.May.2018, 21.May.2018, 04.Jun.2018, 18.Jun.2018, 02.Jul.2018, 16.Jul.2018, 30.Jul.2018, 06.Aug.2018, 20.Aug.2018, 03.Sep.2018, 17.Sep.2018, 01.Oct.2018, 15.Oct.2018, 29.Oct.2018, 12.Nov.2018, 26.Nov.2018, 10.Dec.2018

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 - 12:15

Required minimum language level

Beginner (A1) (No previous knowledge required) or higher

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Price in US$	730	1460	2190	2919	3649	4379	5109	5838	6568	7298	8757

Supplement for lunch with the teacher: EUR 80 per day.
Private lessons during the week of Christmas and New Year only on request.

Starting dates

Every Monday .

Required minimum language level

Beginner (A1) (No previous knowledge required) or higher

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Price in €	450 428	890 846	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
Price in US$	487	963	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--

In addition to language classes in the morning, attend a wide variety of cultural activities in the afternoons, such as:
-Guided city tour and local aperitif in the Campo square
-Visit to the imposing cathedral of Siena
-Traditional Tuscan dinner
-Guided visit to the fascinating fountains
-Introduction to Tuscan cuisine
-The course for 2 weeks also include a weekend excursion through the gorgeous Chianti countryside, cellar visit and wine tasting

Starting dates

2018: 07.May.2018, 03.Sep.2018, 01.Oct.2018.

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 - 12:15

Required minimum language level

Beginner (A1) (No previous knowledge required) or higher

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Price in US$	--	1492	2238	2984	3730	4476	5222	5968	6714	7460	8952

Intensive Course + 10 private lessons per week in the selected professional field.
Possible areas of specialization for private lessons include:
Business Correspondence; Business Italian; Italian for Banking; Italian for Law; Italian for the Hotel Industry; The Language of Wine & Food; The Language of Tourism; Italian for Flight Attendants; Italian for Health Care; The Language of Fashion; The Language of Architecture; Italian Literature; Italian Cinema; The Language of the Libretti/Opera; The History & Language of Theatre.

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 - 12:15
Afternoon: 12:30 - 14:00

Required minimum language level

Lower intermediate (B1) or higher

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Price in US$	444	844	1233	1622	1946	2336	2725	3114	3503	3892	4671

Starting dates

General course schedule

5 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 - 12:15
Afternoon: 12:30 - 13:15

Required minimum language level

Beginner (A1) (No previous knowledge required) or higher

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Price in US$	660	1276	1882	2487	3028	3633	4238	4844	5449	6055	7265

Starting dates

General course schedule

Required minimum language level

Beginner (A1) (No previous knowledge required) or higher

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Price in US$	444	844	1244	1644	--	--	--	--	--	--	--

Intensive Course + 5 culture classes per week.

Starting dates

Every Monday .

General course schedule

Required minimum language level

Lower intermediate (B1) or higher

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Price in US$	--	411	584	779	865	1038	1211	1384	1557	1730	2076

Learn Italian and discover Italy at the same time:
20 group Italian lessons/week in at least 2 different cities. Choose between Florence, Milan, Siena and Rome. The school provides assistance for the organisation of the transfers between the cities (cost not included).
Please specify which schools you would like to attend and in which order in the comments field of the registration form. Special prices for accommodation.

Starting dates

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 - 12:15

Required minimum language level

Beginner (A1) (No previous knowledge required) or higher

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Weeks	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	11
Price in €	--	--	--	1385 1316	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
Price in US$	--	--	--	1498	--	--	--	--	--	--	--

The course price includes the exam fees.

Starting dates

2018: 05.Mar.2018, 04.Jun.2018, 03.Sep.2018, 12.Nov.2018.

General course schedule

Required minimum language level

Elementary (A2) or higher

Exam dates

30.Mar.2018, 29.Jun.2018, 28.Sep.2018, 07.Dec.2018

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Note: All courses offered by Scuola Leonardo da Vinci, Siena can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form.

Lesson duration: 45 minutes

School's administrative fee: 70.00 €

Individual classesSingle 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.

Comments about courses:The school also offers:
- Cooking courses for amateurs (prices on request).
Private tuition One-to-Two (55 euros/lesson) and One-to-Three (70 euros/lesson).

Accommodation

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Apartment

In high demand!

4.9/5.0

10 reviews

Single room, No meals

204 € per week

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Price in US$	233	348	535	723	910	1097	1284	1471	1659	1846	2033	2220	188	114

Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Extra night price for one week bookings: EUR 34.

Price extra night:

23.5 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)

Room Occupancy:

Single room.

Distance from school:

8 minutes walking (average reported by our former students)

Includes:

TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, No meals, Shared bathroom.

Age of students

Minimum age of students: 18

Homestay

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4.0/5.0

11 reviews

Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal

312 € per week

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Price in US$	356	614	945	1276	1606	1937	2267	2598	2929	3259	3590	3920	331	114

Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Extra night price for one week bookings: EUR 52.

Price extra night:

41.5 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)

Room Occupancy:

Single room.

Distance from school:

11 minutes walking (average reported by our former students)

Includes:

TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Breakfast & 1 meal, Shared bathroom.

Age of students

Minimum age of students: 16

Homestay

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4.0/5.0

11 reviews

Single room, Breakfast

228 € per week

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Price in US$	260	407	626	845	1065	1284	1503	1722	1941	2160	2379	2598	220	114

Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Extra night price for one week bookings: EUR 38.

Price extra night:

27.5 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)

Room Occupancy:

Single room.

Distance from school:

10 minutes by public transport

Includes:

TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Breakfast, Shared bathroom.

Age of students

Minimum age of students: 16

Homestay

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4.0/5.0

11 reviews

Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast

174 € per week

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Price in US$	199	304	467	630	794	957	1120	1284	1447	1610	1774	1937	164	114

Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Extra night price for one week bookings: EUR 29.

Price extra night:

20.5 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)

Room Occupancy:

Double room (only for 2 people travelling together).

Distance from school:

10 minutes by public transport

Includes:

TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Breakfast, Shared bathroom.

Age of students

Minimum age of students: 16

Homestay

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4.0/5.0

11 reviews

Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal

258 € per week

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Price in €	258	448.5	690	931.5	1173	1414.5	1656	1897.5	2139	2380.5	2622	2863.5	241.5	100
Price in US$	294	511	786	1061	1335	1610	1885	2160	2435	2710	2984	3259	275	114

Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Extra night price for one week bookings: EUR 43.

Price extra night:

34.5 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)

Room Occupancy:

Double room (only for 2 people travelling together).

Distance from school:

10 minutes by public transport

Includes:

TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Breakfast & 1 meal, Shared bathroom.

Age of students

Minimum age of students: 16

Homestay - Italian tour

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Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal | Minimum stay in weeks: 2

From 1161 € per month

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Price in US$		637	979	1322	1664	2007	2349	2692	3034	3377	3719	4062	343

Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

No extra nights bookable.

Room Occupancy:

Single room.

Distance from school:

45 minutes by public transport

Includes:

Phone, Bedding/linen, Heating, Breakfast & 1 meal, Shared bathroom.

Age of students

Minimum age of students: 18

Homestay - Italian tour

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Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal | Minimum stay in weeks: 2

From 972 € per month

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

No extra nights bookable.

Room Occupancy:

Double room (only for 2 people travelling together).

Distance from school:

45 minutes by public transport

Includes:

Phone, Bedding/linen, Heating, Breakfast & 1 meal, Shared bathroom.

Age of students

Minimum age of students: 18

Apartment

4.9/5.0

10 reviews

Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals

150 € per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Extra night price for one week bookings: EUR 25.

Price extra night:

16.5 € (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)

Room Occupancy:

Double room (only for 2 people travelling together).

Distance from school:

15 minutes walking

Includes:

Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, No meals, Shared bathroom.

Age of students

Minimum age of students: 18

Apartment - Italian tour

Single room, No meals | Minimum stay in weeks: 2

From 675 € per month

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

No extra nights bookable.

Room Occupancy:

Single room.

Distance from school:

45 minutes by public transport

Includes:

Bedding/linen, Kitchen, Heating, No meals, Shared bathroom.

Age of students

Minimum age of students: 18

Arrivals/departures to/from your accommodations outside of the stated schedule may incur additional charges and must be requested in advance.
For all accommodations a credit card number will be required as a guarantee.
Check in: Sunday afternoon (from 2 pm to 10 pm) before the course starts. For arrivals between 10 pm and 12 pm we charge an extra fee of 25 Euro. No arrival after 12 pm. Check out: Saturday morning (until 10 am) at the end of the course.

HOMESTAYS:
-May be in the centre of Siena as well as the outskirts.
-Use of the family kitchen is not allowed.
-Use of the washing machine is sometimes available for an extra fee.
-Most of the families have a TV that the student can watch.
-Telephone can only be used to receive calls.
DOUBLE ROOMS:
Double rooms can be booked only by two participants of a language course travelling together or by a participant accompanied by her/his friend.
NOTE:
For students participating to Italian Tour or Dolce Vita program, special accommodation prices apply.
Airport transfers must be requested upon enrollment.

Leisure activities

	activity possible	distance from school
Basketball		3 km
Cooking		1 km
Dancing		1 km
Golf		30 km
Horse riding		15 km
Mountainbiking		3 km
Rugby		3 km
Swimming		2 km
Tennis		3 km
Yoga		2 km

Leisure programme for adults & juniors (sample):

Leisure programme for adults (sample):

Reviews

4.4/5.0

Overall rating

54 authentic reviews from students who reserved with us

City

4.7/5.0

Organisation

4.5/5.0

Facilities

3.6/5.0

Social activities

4.0/5.0

Course quality / Progress in language

4.4/5.0

Value for money

4.2/5.0

Accommodation

Homestay

4.3/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)

4.6/5.0

Other

4.5/5.0

Students liked about Scuola Leonardo da Vinci, Siena

Anonymous24 years -

“Very small, they know you personally within the first day! Time to ask and time for long explanations if you don't understand right away!!!!”

Overall rating

4.0/5.0

Value for money

4.0/5.0

Detailed review

City/place

5.0/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)

2.0/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress

4.0/5.0

School organization

5.0/5.0

Social activities

3.0/5.0

Accommodation

Homestay

4.0/5.0

Additional information

Insider tips about what future students should not miss: rent a car and go outside in the countryside! vineyards, lunch costs about 10€ in small village restaurants with cheese and prosciuto in country style!

Haag22 years - Switzerland

“The level of the classes was good for me and it's great that they start at 9.”

Overall rating

4.0/5.0

Value for money

3.0/5.0

Detailed review

City/place

5.0/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)

4.0/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress

4.0/5.0

School organization

4.0/5.0

Social activities

4.0/5.0

Accommodation

Apartment

5.0/5.0

Additional information

Insider tips about what future students should not miss: you have to organize your afternoons mostly yourself, there aren't so many offers from the school

Other comments: It's a small and nice school. The teachers are friendly and there is allways someone there to help if you have any questions. It is situated in the center and very close to a big supermaket, that's gret!

Inka29 years - Italy

“Small groups, many possibilities of free time activities”

Overall rating

4.0/5.0

Value for money

4.0/5.0

Detailed review

City/place

4.0/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)

4.0/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress

4.0/5.0

School organization

4.0/5.0

Social activities

5.0/5.0

Accommodation

Homestay

2.0/5.0

Additional information

Insider tips about what future students should not miss: one of the teachers offers city tours that are really good

Other comments: family did not have interest in me, seemed they just wanted the money

Florian28 years - Deutschland

“Quality of the lessons and the free time program”

Overall rating

5.0/5.0

Value for money

n/a

Detailed review

City/place

5.0/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)

4.0/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress

4.0/5.0

School organization

5.0/5.0

Social activities

5.0/5.0

Accommodation

Additional information

Insider tips about what future students should not miss: City or museum tours organized by the school

Other comments: Nice atmosphere, friendly stuff, centrally located, good lessons,...

Anonymous63 years -

“Nice and kind people, very competent teachers.”

Overall rating

4.0/5.0

Value for money

4.0/5.0

Detailed review

City/place

5.0/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)

3.0/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress

4.0/5.0

School organization

5.0/5.0

Social activities

4.0/5.0

Accommodation

Other

4.0/5.0

Additional information

Insider tips about what future students should not miss: You should join the afternoon and evening events offerd by the school.

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Location of Scuola Leonardo da Vinci in Siena

Map of public transport system

Closest station: piazza Gramsci

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