Via Osorio, 24 - Trapani - 91100 Trapani (Sicily) - see on map
What we like about the school
- School just next to the beach
- 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: Scuola Virgilio is located in the beautiful Sicilian town of Trapani, Italy. The school is a five minute walk from the Trapani Train Station, and there are a number of shops and restaurants closeby. Local attractions such as the Fountain of Saturn, The Contemporary Art Museum and The Museum of Illusions Trapani are all within proximity of the school, ensuring that students have ample opportunity to create lasting memories whilst completing their language goals.
Course selection: Course selection includes options of group lessons, as well as tailored-made one-to-one programmes. The Standard General programme is available to all levels, with a specialised all-inclusive course of "Learning in a Teacher's Home" popular amongst individual students looking for an immersive experience. One-to-one courses are readily available throughout the year, with private lessons also being able to be taken in conjunction with a group programme. The school also offers courses to learn English and Spanish.
Accommodation: Scuola Virgilio is happy to assist students with their accommodation, offering options of Homestay with local families and Student Residence, the whole year-round.
School facilities: All classrooms are well equipped and spacious with heating, air conditioning and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Methodology: The school's native teaching staff offer dynamic lessons with a communicative and informal style approach, allowing for personalised attention for each student.
- The language school Scuola Virgilio was founded in Trapani (Sicily), Italy in 2006.
- Legal name / parent company: Scuola Virgilio Società Cooperativa
- Tax registration ID: IT02428030817
Italian Courses
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 27 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 180 | 360 | 540 | 720 | 1080 | 1440 | 2880 | 3600 | 4320 | 4860 | 180 |
| Price in US$ | 185 | 369 | 554 | 738 | 1107 | 1475 | 2950 | 3688 | 4425 | 4979 | 185 |
The course price includes teaching materials, a guided tour of the old town centre of Trapani and an Italian conversation session on a bar terrace every week.
In every lesson, different aspects of the Italian language and culture are studied in a friendly and informal atmosphere. The first half of the lesson focuses on grammar with written and oral exercises, while the second half is dedicated to conversation, role-playing games, songs and other activities. The courses are divided into different levels, according to the EU CEFR for language learning. All the study material is provided by the school.
The recommended duration is at least two weeks, to get the best results and have enough time to enjoy Trapani and explore Sicily.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 27 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 300 | 600 | 900 | 1200 | 1800 | 2400 | 4800 | 6000 | 7200 | 8100 | 300 |
| Price in US$ | 308 | 615 | 922 | 1230 | 1844 | 2459 | 4917 | 6146 | 7375 | 8297 | 308 |
The course price includes teaching materials, a guided tour of the old town centre of Trapani and an Italian conversation session on a bar terrace every week.
The Standard Plus Course is the Standard Course plus an extra five hours a week in the afternoon (usually right after the lunch break).
In every lesson, different aspects of the Italian language and culture are studied in a friendly and informal atmosphere. The first half of the lesson focuses on grammar with written and oral exercises, while the second half is dedicated to conversation, role-playing games, songs and other activities. The courses are divided into different levels, according to the EU CEFR for language learning. All the study material is provided by the school.
The recommended duration is at least two weeks, to get the best results and have enough time to enjoy Trapani and explore Sicily.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:15
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 300 | 600 | 900 | 1200 | 1500 | 1800 | 2100 | 2400 | 2700 | 3000 | 3600 |
| Price in US$ | 308 | 615 | 922 | 1230 | 1537 | 1844 | 2152 | 2459 | 2766 | 3073 | 3688 |
Since many senior students are looking for an Italian school in Italy to attend people of the same age, Scuola Virgilio offers ideal conditions by offering Italian lessons in Sicily and activities suitable for mature students: visits, events, food and wine tastings, seminars, etc.
Due to the climatic conditions, the ideal months for an Italian over 50 course in Sicily are in spring, from April to June, and autumn, from September to November.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:15
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 890 | 1780 | 2670 | 3560 | 4450 | 5340 | 6230 | 7120 | 8900 | 10680 | 890 |
| Price in US$ | 936 | 1872 | 2807 | 3743 | 4679 | 5614 | 6550 | 7485 | 9357 | 11228 | 936 |
This course includes 15 Italian lessons per week at the teacher's home, accommodation and conversation practice during lunch.
The homestay formula at the teacher’s home allows for total immersion in the Italian language and culture with a personal language “coach”.
These immersive Italian courses in Italy are available for one or two people staying at home with their teacher. The basic package includes 15 hours of lessons which can be extended up to 30 hours per week. Italian lessons can be held at the teacher’s home or at Scuola Virgilio or even at the beach or outdoors – in the form of excursions to sites of cultural interest.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 15:00 - 18:30
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 290 | 490 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 298 | 502 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course is the perfect option for students who want to have the ability to organise lessons around their own priorities.
Scuola Virgilio’s online Italian lessons are “tailor-made” for each student, and are especially suitable for those who already have some prior knowledge of the Italian language and want to further improve their level. The teachers will adapt to your needs based on your goals, such as preparing for an Italian certification exam, a business meeting, or simply your vacation in Italy.
Remote Italian lessons can be carried out with maximum flexibility, even on weekends, by agreeing the schedule with your teacher.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 450 | 900 | 1350 | 1800 | 2250 | 2700 | 3150 | 3600 | 4500 | 5400 | 450 |
| Price in US$ | 461 | 922 | 1383 | 1844 | 2305 | 2766 | 3227 | 3688 | 4610 | 5532 | 461 |
In this course, the teacher gives the student specific attention to improve areas they need help with. The student can choose the focus (conversation, grammar or industry-specific language) and the course location (at the school, at home or another venue).
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 550 | 1100 | 1650 | 2200 | 2750 | 3300 | 3850 | 4400 | 5500 | 6600 | 550 |
| Price in US$ | 564 | 1127 | 1691 | 2254 | 2817 | 3381 | 3944 | 4507 | 5634 | 6761 | 564 |
In this course, the teacher gives the student specific attention to improve areas they need help with. The students can choose the focus (conversation, grammar or industry-specific language) and the course location (at the school, at home or another venue).
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Airport transfers:
- From Trapani Birgi TPS airport (10 miles from Trapani): EUR 30 one way private transfer.
- From Palermo Punta Raisi PMO airport (50 miles from Trapani): EUR 100 one way private transfer or EUR 25 one way group transfer.
The registration fee includes: - processing fees,
- placement test,
- attendance certificate,
- welcome pack with tourist information,
- student card with discounts and advantages in a series of affiliated shops,
- access to the multimedia library,
- membership at online conversation exchange group.
01 Jan. 2023, 01 Jun. 2023, 04 Sep. 2023, 04 Oct. 2023, 05 Jan. 2023, 06 Feb. 2023, 11 Jan. 2023, 12 Aug. 2023.
Lessons needed per Italian language level
| Level (CEFR) | Level descriptions | LESSONS needed per level | WEEKS needed (20 lessons per week) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | Beginner | No knowledge, or an understanding of only a very few basic words/phrases. | A1 to A2 | 80 | 4 |
| A2 | Elementary | Can understand and speak about simple topics: i.e. family, shopping, hobbies. | A2 to B1 | 160 | 8 |
| B1 | Intermediate | Can speak about future and past events, give reasons and explanations for a situation. | B1 to B2 | 180 | 9 |
| B2 | Higher Intermediate | Can speak about abstract topics, produce clear detailed text on many subjects. | B2 to C1 | 200 | 10 |
| C1 | Advanced | Can use language flexibly and effectively. | C1 to C2 | 220 | 11 |
| C2 | Profiency | Can express himself/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely. | |||
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- 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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Scuola Virgilio
“My childhood dream to bring the world to Trapani: 15 years in the making, over 2000 students from 50+ countries and counting. Learn languages, love life!”
General school facilities
Library
Movie rental
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 4Number of public PC workstations: 4Free parking (<500m)
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Visa Documents
Accommodation
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 280 | 500 | 750 | 1000 | 1250 | 1500 | 1750 | 2000 | 2500 | 3000 | 250 | 50 |
| Price in US$ | 302 | 540 | 809 | 1079 | 1348 | 1618 | 1887 | 2157 | 2696 | 3235 | 270 | 54 |
Price per person
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 250 | 450 | 675 | 900 | 1000 | 1200 | 1400 | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 200 | 50 |
| Price in US$ | 270 | 486 | 728 | 971 | 1079 | 1294 | 1510 | 1726 | 2157 | 2588 | 216 | 54 |
Price per room
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 350 | 700 | 1050 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 2450 | 2800 | 3500 | 4200 | 350 | 50 |
| Price in US$ | 378 | 755 | 1133 | 1510 | 1887 | 2265 | 2642 | 3019 | 3774 | 4529 | 378 | 54 |
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Scuola Virgilio, Trapani (Sicily)
Questions and answers about Scuola Virgilio
- Is it possible to do group classes on low season?Yes, the school offers group classes all year around, Sicily is a very seasonal destination so the ammount of students is smaller in the winter months compared to summer, so the groups are normally way more reduced.
- How are the teachers and the lessons at this school?We have received feedback describing them as very enthusiastic teachers, with a lot of humor. The lessons are an excellent mix of free speaking, clear explanations of grammar, reading of texts and exercises and individual correction.
- Has the school moved location recently?The school moved location in September 2022, from Via Bernardo Bonaiuto to Via Osorio, closer to the train station.
- Is the school located in the Old Town of Trapani?Yes, both the school and the student residence are located in the old town, close to the beach.
FAQ about Scuola Virgilio, Trapani (Sicily)
- How does it work when the school cannot provide a group class due to not having the minimum of people?As most schools, Scuola Virgilio offers a replacement in form of private lessons. Here the replacement is around 2 private lessons for every 5 group lessons booked.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by Scuola Virgilio?The accommodation Student Residence is the most popular among all our clients of Scuola Virgilio
- What is the number of students per class at Scuola Virgilio?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Scuola Virgilio varies from 1 students (Standard Course at Teacher's Home) to 9 students (Standard Course )
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Scuola Virgilio?100% of teachers at Scuola Virgilio hold a university degree. 80% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Scuola Virgilio from?The highest Nationality percentage at Scuola Virgilio comes from Germany with a 20% representation, followed by students from USA (15%) and France (8%).
- Scuola Virgilio offers courses for which ages?Scuola Virgilio offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 40 during the summer and 50 for the rest of the year.
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