Solemar AcademyCefalù, Italy
- Great location just a 2-minute walk from the beach.
- Excellent rating of teaching quality (4.8/5.0)
- Top rated social activities (4.3/5.0)
- Top rated school facilities (4.6/5.0)
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- Younger students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools.
Location: Solemar Academy Cefalù is located in the beautiful coastal city of Cefalù, Sicily, Italy. The school is housed a couple of blocks from the waterfront, surrounded by eateries, restaurants and supermarkets, whilst also being within walking distance of such attractions as Cefalù Cathedral, Cefalù Beach, the Lavatoio Medievale Fiume Cefalino and much more.
School facilities: The school facilities include 5 classrooms, a hall with a sofa, a library, a coffee machine, a well-equipped kitchen and a communal outdoor space. The school also provides free WIFI and free parking to their students.
Course selection: Solemar Academy Cefalù provides various courses suitable for adult students of all levels. In addition to General Italian courses available over several schedules and intensities, the school also provides a Club 50+ programme, Italian and Volunteering, Learning while working, and Exam Preparation programmes (CELI).
Getting around: The school is just 600m from the train station and within a short walk of the beach, giving students an excellent opportunity to enjoy the city and its surroundings. Many of the city's attractions are within walking distance of the school, ensuring much to see and do nearby.
Accreditations and associations: The school is accredited by many organisations such as Bildungsurlaub, CSN, CELI and DILS-PG Exams, EDUITALIA and ASILS.
- The language school Solemar Academy was founded in Cefalù, Italy in 1986.
- Legal name / parent company: Solemar Sicilia Cefalú
- Tax registration ID: IT05436130826
Italian Courses
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Price in € | 220 209 | 430 409 | 620 589 | 800 760 | 960 912 | 1120 1064 | 1280 1216 | 1440 1368 | -- | -- | -- |
Aimed at everyone who wants to learn Italian in small groups. Standard Italian courses start every Monday and groups are arranged according to ability. During the course, lessons focus on the four language skills (speaking, writing, reading, listening) and highlight issues of cultural interest.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
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Price in € | 370 352 | 730 694 | 1070 1017 | 1400 1330 | 1710 1625 | 2020 1919 | 2330 2214 | 2640 2508 | -- | -- | -- |
This course combines the Standard Course with 10 additional group lessons per week.
The intensive course is a serious, practical curriculum that combines the standard Italian courses with two additional units of group Italian classes per day. During these extra hours, we focus on business, culture and practices. This course is accepted by German institutions as meeting the standards of the Bildungsurlaub.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
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Price in € | 370 352 | 730 694 | 1070 1017 | 1400 1330 | 1710 1625 | 2020 1919 | 2330 2214 | 2640 2508 | -- | -- | -- |
This course combines the Standard Course with 5 private lessons per week. Private lessons are a great way to enhance the learning experience and make faster progress.
The combi course is aimed at students who wish to learn Italian and combine group lessons with individual study. As a student, you are entitled to one unit of study per day on top of the standard course. Choose grammar, culture, vocabulary, or another special area of study. The combined Italian courses are ideal also for those who want to prepare for CELI exams.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:45 - 13:30
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Price in € | 300 285 | 600 570 | 900 855 | 1200 1140 | 1500 1425 | 1800 1710 | 2100 1995 | 2400 2280 | -- | -- | -- |
This course combines the Standard Course with 4 cultural lessons (Tuesday to Friday). Students can choose between these 1-week topics:
Attualita Italiana - daily readings of newspaper, debates, social and political topics.
Mafia e antimafia - stories, readings, videos and testimonies.
Musica e cantautori - listenings, lyrics analysis and debates about Italian song writers.
Cinema Italiano - watching videos, movies, interviews about Italian cinema.
Racconti d'Italia- literature, tales, stories, poetry, and legends about Italian history.
This course combines the Standard Course with 4 cultural lessons (Tuesday to Friday). Students can choose between these 1-week topics:
Attualita Italiana - daily readings of newspaper, debates, social and political topics.
Mafia e antimafia - stories, readings, videos and testimonies.
Musica e cantautori - listenings, lyrics analysis and debates about Italian song writers.
Cinema Italiano - watching videos, movies, interviews about Italian cinema.
Racconti d'Italia- literature, tales, stories, poetry, and legends about Italian history.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
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Price in € | -- | 750 713 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course combines the Standard Course with leisure activities. Activities might include wine tasting, cooking classes, city tour, Palermo by night, and much more.
The Club 50+ programme is designed for mature students who would like to dedicate two weeks to an Italian language course which runs alongside a rich program of leisure activities. Discover Sicilian flavours, history, art and landscapes! The programme includes leisure activities, a standard course and the guarantee that all fellow students will be of the same age.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
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Price at School Our price | 250 238 | 500 475 | 750 713 | 1000 950 | 1250 1188 | 1500 1425 | 1750 1663 | 2000 1900 | 2250 2138 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 |
This course is for students who want to learn Italian from their home or office.
This online course is for students who want to keep practising the Italian language from their home or office. Lessons can be done via Skype or Google Hangouts. Please note that in high season, the video sessions can be scheduled in the afternoon only.
This course is ideal for all students who would like to continue to practice in Italian after coming back home or before arriving in Italy. You can book a package of 10 Italian classes or a single unit online with one of our teachers.
Afternoon: 15:00 - 19:00
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Price at School Our price | 320 304 | 640 608 | 960 912 | 1280 1216 | 1600 1520 | 1920 1824 | 2240 2128 | 2560 2432 | 2880 2736 | 3200 3040 | 3840 3648 |
Lessons can be tailored to the student's needs and requests. Ideal for students who want to progress quickly.
This course is for motivated students desiring the opportunity to take an individualized course with self-study. Teachers establish what topics of grammar, communication, and culture should be studied with the student. This course is also ideally suited for those who want to learn Italian and prepare for CELI exams.
Morning: 12:30 - 14:00
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Price at School Our price | 225 214 | 450 428 | 675 642 | 900 855 | 1125 1069 | 1350 1283 | 1575 1497 | 1800 1710 | 2025 1924 | 2250 2138 | 2700 2565 |
For 2 students with the same language level booking and studying together. Price per student.
This course gives two students a great chance to pursue a custom-made course. Both students must book together and have the same level of Italian.
This course is for motivated students desiring the opportunity to take an individualized course with self-study. Teachers establish what topics of grammar, communication, and culture should be studied with the student. This course is also ideally suited for those who want to learn Italian and prepare for CELI exams.
Morning: 12:30 - 14:00
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Price in € | -- | 1030 979 | 1520 1444 | 2000 1900 | 2460 2337 | 2920 2774 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course combines the Standard Course with 10 private lessons focusing on exam preparation per week.
This course combines the Standard group Course with 10 private lessons focusing on exam preparation per week. The students will be supported by an experienced teacher who will help them practice with the test. The private lessons will be scheduled at the end of the group class.
The CELI exam course (University of Perugia) offers two versions and is of variable duration. The student can choose the One to One version or the Combined version. In the first option, all units are studied individually alongside our teacher. During these sessions, the student will be helped to analyse past exam papers, address particular difficulties they may encounter and review homework assignments by their personal language coach.
The Combined variation is a hybrid of the standard course and individual lessons. The standard course serves to deepen the student’s general understanding of the Italian language. During the individual units, on the other hand, the candidate focuses exclusively on exam preparation.
In both cases, the candidate is provided with past papers, given advice on how to deal with the exam paper, and sits both written and oral mock exams.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 14:00
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Price in € | -- | 740 703 | 1060 1007 | 1380 1311 | 1700 1615 | 2020 1919 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course includes 10 private lessons per week focusing on exam preparation.
This course includes 10 private lessons per week focusing on exam preparation. The students will be supported by an experienced teacher who will help them practice with the test. These lessons are generally scheduled in the second lesson period after the group courses.
The CELI exam course (University of Perugia) offers two versions and is of variable duration. The student can choose the One to One version or the Combined version. In the first option, all units are studied individually alongside our teacher. During these sessions, the student will be helped to analyse past exam papers, address particular difficulties they may encounter and review homework assignments by their personal language coach.
The Combined variation is a hybrid of the standard course and individual lessons. The standard course serves to deepen the student’s general understanding of the Italian language. During the individual units, on the other hand, the candidate focuses exclusively on exam preparation.
In both cases, the candidate is provided with past papers, given advice on how to deal with the exam paper, and sits both written and oral mock exams.
Afternoon: 12:30 - 14:00
Information for all courses offered by Solemar Academy
Airport transfer (optional):
- Palermo Airport: EUR 130 (one way).
- Catania Airport: EUR 250 (one way).
- Trapani Airport: EUR 250 (one way).
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Lessons needed per Italian language 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 For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
Solemar Academy
“Here at the Solemar you will find a very passionate and experienced team and a friendly atmosphere! The ideal place to learn Italian close to the sea!”
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Kitchen for student use
Fridge for student use
Library
Daily press
Movie rental
Movie room
Lounge
Garden
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Free parking
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 5Number of public PC workstations: 1Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
500 € return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Basketball | | 1 km |
Cooking | | 1 km |
Diving | | 1 km |
Football (soccer) | | 1 km |
Horse riding | | 1 km |
Mountainbiking | | 1 km |
Music | | - |
Swimming | | 1 km |
Table Tennis | | 1 km |
Tennis | | 1 km |
Volleyball | | 1 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Movie nights
Adults - Paid activities
Seminars
Guided tour
Boat trips
Unknown Sicily tour: EUR 60
Coast to Coast of Cefalù: EUR 40
Wine tasting: EUR 60
Palermo Markets tour: EUR 30
Agrigento Valle dei Templi – Scala dei Turchi: EUR 70
Excursions to the Aeolian Islands: EUR 65-85
Excursion at Serra Guarneri Environmental Education Center: EUR 40
Cooking classes: EUR 60
Excursion to the Archaeological Park of Solunto: EUR 40
Trekking: EUR 50
Accommodation
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Price in € | 220 | 440 | 660 | 880 | 1100 | 1320 | 1540 | 1760 | 2200 | 2640 | 220 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Not included:
- City tax: EUR 1 per night.
- Electricity: EUR 0.50 per KW/h.
Sharing accommodation is the ideal choice to make friends here. The rooms are located either in Villa Caterina or in the immediate vicinity. They offer single and double rooms (which can only be booked as a couple).
The spaces
Each apartment has a bathroom, a kitchen, a common living area, a terrace or balcony and two or three bedrooms. All guests can enjoy open access to the garden of Villa Caterina, where you can take advantage of shaded spaces, a solarium, a vegetable garden, an chicken run and duckpond (and if you are lucky, even fresh eggs), fruit trees and a large lawn where you can relax. In the garden you will also find a drinking water fountain, a ping pong table and beach equipment.
Every apartment includes a TV, a washing machine, air conditioning, wireless internet, and everything you need for a comfortable stay of any length.
Location
The shared accommodations are located in the upper part of the city. The beautiful old town centre is just a 10-minute walk away. The road back is uphill but shouldn’t present a problem to anyone used to moving around on foot. Solemar Academy Italian language school is just 900m away.
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Price in € | 160 | 320 | 480 | 640 | 800 | 960 | 1120 | 1280 | 1600 | 1920 | 160 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Not included:
- City tax: EUR 1 per person per night.
- Electricity: EUR 0.50 per KW/h.
Sharing accommodation is the ideal choice to make friends here. The rooms are located either in Villa Caterina or in the immediate vicinity. They offer single and double rooms (which can only be booked as a couple).
The spaces
Each apartment has a bathroom, a kitchen, a common living area, a terrace or balcony and two or three bedrooms. All guests can enjoy open access to the garden of Villa Caterina, where you can take advantage of shaded spaces, a solarium, a vegetable garden, a chicken run and duckpond (and if you are lucky, even fresh eggs), fruit trees and a large lawn where you can relax. In the garden, you will also find a drinking water fountain, a ping pong table and beach equipment.
Every apartment includes a TV, a washing machine, air conditioning, wireless internet, and everything you need for a comfortable stay of any length.
Location
The shared accommodations are located in the upper part of the city. The beautiful old town centre is just a 10-minute walk away. The road back is uphill but shouldn’t present a problem to anyone used to moving around on foot. Solemar Academy Italian language school is just 900m away.
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Student opinions about Solemar Academy, Cefalù
Questions and answers about Solemar Academy
- I am interested in learning Italian from scratch in Cefalu. I am 60 years old and unfortunately I do not know English, which usually makes communication easier. Would the lack of knowledge of English make it difficult for me to stay in a language school and whether my age range is appropriate to start learning?“When it comes to knowing English, not many people in Italy really know the language.
At the school, only Italian is used during lessons, even during lessons for complete beginners.
I must admit that at the school itself, the staff speak English with students who do not speak Italian well enough.
However, don't worry, I will always be available in case of any problems or doubts.
Age really doesn't make a difference, there are students of different age groups in the school and the groups are organized based on the level of Italian.
In your group you will probably find students of similar age, but also younger.”Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.net - Sep 10, 2021 - Is the school's registration fee charged twice for the two-to-one tuition?“Yes, the registration fee for two-to-one lessons is charged per person. Therefore, x2. ”Giuseppe , Director of Studies from Solemar Academy - Dec 14, 2022
FAQ about Solemar Academy,
- Can you let me know if the free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival also applies to the accommodations?“Yes, the free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival policy also applies to the accommodation options for this school.”Robin Rebecca Pietersma, Dutch Consultant from LanguageCourse.net - Jul 05, 2021
- I am travelling by camper van. Are there parking facilities in the city?“You should not enter the city centre with a camper. But there are Camping sites outside the city.”Ivana B, Administration from Solemar Academy, Cefalù - Jun 29, 2022
- I would like to have more information about private flats available for students.“Currently (2024), in Cefalù we collaborate with the school Solemar Academy which has accommodation in shared flats (both double and single rooms). If you are looking exclusively for a private flat for more privacy and peace of mind, we can suggest sites for independent accommodation searches and you can book the course alone with us to take advantage of the 5% discount we offer on the course and native language assistance from our agents throughout the process. ”Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 25, 2024
- What is the number of students per class at Solemar Academy?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Solemar Academy varies from 1 students (Skype Course) to 9 students (Standard Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Solemar Academy?100% of teachers at Solemar Academy hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Solemar Academy from?The highest Nationality percentage at Solemar Academy comes from Germany with a 30% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (10%) and USA (10%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Solemar Academy offers courses for which ages?Solemar Academy offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 35 during the summer and 50 for the rest of the year.