Campo Santa Margherita 3116/A - 30123 Venice - see on map
What we like about the school
- Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults
- Venice is one of the top destinations our students liked most
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
What we dislike about the school
- Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school
- School currently has special offers.Details
Location: Venice Language School is housed in the unique city of Venice, in Italy's Veneto region. Built on a group of 118 small islands, Venice's unique site and situation have helped it become one of Europe's most popular tourist destinations. The Venice Language School is housed right in the heart of the city, within the University neighbourhood and within walking distance of many eateries, museums and sites of social and cultural interest. Such sites include the Ca' Pesaro International Gallery of Modern Art, the Palazzo Ducale, Piazza San Marco, the Peggy Guggenheim art collection, the Gallerie dell' Accademia and many more.
Course selection: Venice Language School provides General Italian programmes suitable to students of all levels. These programmes are taught in groups, privately or in combination programmes of the group and private lessons. Additionally, the school also has an art course available where students can improve their Italian whilst visiting the artistic sites and museums of the area.
Social and cultural: The school has an active social calendar for students to enjoy and has a co-operational relationship with the local VivoVenetia tour company for excursions in and around the city. Such activities available through the school include trips to the Venice bridges, the ancient contemporary art of Venice, various walking tours, and cultural discussions and tours on Italian inventions such as pizza, ice cream and more!
- The language school Venice Language School was founded in Venice, Italy in 1995.
Italian Courses
General Language
Intensive Course ![Popular Italian course]( "Popular Italian course")
20 Lessons per week
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12 Students (max)
from
290€
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| Price in € | 290 | 450 | 600 | 740 | 1060 | 1380 | 1700 | 2160 | 2700 | 3240 | 135 |
| Price in US$ | 297 | 460 | 613 | 756 | 1083 | 1409 | 1736 | 2206 | 2757 | 3308 | 138 |
Special Offers:
For enrolments of a minimum of 12 weeks, accommodation required - You'll be able to spend 1 week in a partner school in Florence, Milan or Rome (the school will offer a one-way train ticket to the chosen destination) .
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.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
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.
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 10
Student comments about Intensive Course
Francine
"Very good"
Michaela
"I learned a lot - the intensive course was wonderful for me, it motivated me to continue learning the language
I will book a course with you again next year in Venice!"
Catherine
"It was a first for me and I am very satisfied. The courses were of high quality and the location was pleasant. "
Matthias
"I would do it again."
Combined Course 1 (20 group + 5 individual)
25 Lessons per week
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12 Students (max)
from
465€
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| Price in € | 465 | 800 | 1125 | 1440 | 1750 | 2060 | 2370 | 2680 | 3300 | 3920 | 310 |
| Price in US$ | 475 | 817 | 1149 | 1471 | 1787 | 2103 | 2420 | 2736 | 3369 | 4002 | 317 |
Special Offers:
For enrolments of a minimum of 12 weeks, accommodation required - You'll be able to spend 1 week in a partner school in Florence, Milan or Rome (the school will offer a one-way train ticket to the chosen destination) .
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.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
The afternoon lessons can be scheduled at a different time according to the availability of the student and the 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.
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
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 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:30
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 10
Combined Course 2 (20 group + 10 individual)
30 Lessons per week
|
12 Students (max)
from
640€
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| Price in € | 640 | 1150 | 1650 | 2140 | 2640 | 3140 | 3640 | 4140 | 5140 | 6140 | 500 |
| Price in US$ | 654 | 1175 | 1685 | 2185 | 2696 | 3206 | 3716 | 4227 | 5248 | 6269 | 511 |
Special Offers:
For enrolments of a minimum of 12 weeks, accommodation required - You'll be able to spend 1 week in a partner school in Florence, Milan or Rome (the school will offer a one-way train ticket to the chosen destination) .
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.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
The afternoon lessons can be scheduled at a different time according to the availability of the student and the 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.
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:30
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 10
Semi-private Lessons
5 Lessons per week
|
4 Students (max)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
from
280€
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| Price in € | 280 | 560 | 840 | 1120 | 1400 | 1680 | 1960 | 2240 | 2800 | 3360 | 280 |
| Price in US$ | 286 | 572 | 858 | 1144 | 1430 | 1716 | 2001 | 2287 | 2859 | 3431 | 286 |
Price is valid for 3 to 4 students with the same level booking and studying together.
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.
Online Courses
Online Conversation Course
2 Lessons per week
|
8 Students (max)
from
15€
Based on the price of 12 weeks
See availability
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| Price in € | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 180 |
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 184 |
Lessons take place on Wednesday.
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.
Course specific data
General course schedule
0-1 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:
Afternoon: 17:30 - 19:00
Afternoon: 17:30 - 19:00
Possible course durations
12 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Online Evening Course
4 Lessons per week
|
8 Students (max)
from
29€
Based on the price of 12 weeks
See availability
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 350 |
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 358 |
Lessons take place on Tuesday and Thursday.
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.
Course specific data
General course schedule
0-1 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:
Afternoon: 17:30 - 19:00
Afternoon: 17:30 - 19:00
Possible course durations
12 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Online Private Lessons
10 Lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
from
350€
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| Price in € | 350 | 700 | 1050 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 2450 | 2800 | 3500 | 4200 | 350 |
| Price in US$ | 358 | 715 | 1072 | 1430 | 1787 | 2144 | 2502 | 2859 | 3574 | 4288 | 358 |
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.
Private
Private Lessons
5 Lessons per week
|
2 Students (max)
from
200€
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| Price in € | 200 | 400 | 600 | 800 | 1000 | 1200 | 1400 | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 200 |
| Price in US$ | 205 | 409 | 613 | 817 | 1021 | 1226 | 1430 | 1634 | 2042 | 2451 | 205 |
The price is valid for 1 to 2 students.
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.
Language Plus Activity
Art Course
15 Lessons per week
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12 Students (max)
from
290€
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| Price in € | 290 | 450 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 297 | 460 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Lessons could be moved to the afternoon, depending on the opening hours of museums, palaces, churches etc.
All entrance fees included.
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.
Course specific data
This course takes place in a different location than main address of the school:
Venice
General course schedule
3 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: 9:30 - 12:30
Morning: 9:30 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 10
Private Art Course in Italian
5 Lessons per week
|
2 Students (max)
from
230€
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| Price in € | 230 | 460 | 690 | 920 | 1150 | 1380 | 1610 | 1840 | 2300 | 2760 | 230 |
| Price in US$ | 235 | 470 | 705 | 940 | 1175 | 1409 | 1644 | 1879 | 2349 | 2818 | 235 |
Students will explore the works of famous Venetian painters and architects.
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.
Information for all courses offered by Venice Language School
Comments about courses
All payments sent to school are subject to a government tax of EUR 2.
Lesson duration
45 minutes
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 40 €. 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 2023 (including national and regional bank holidays):
18 Apr. 2023, 25 Apr. 2023, 02 Jun. 2023, 15 Aug. 2023, 01 Nov. 2023.
18 Apr. 2023, 25 Apr. 2023, 02 Jun. 2023, 15 Aug. 2023, 01 Nov. 2023.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated.
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- 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: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
Note: All courses offered by Venice Language School can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.
Venice Language School
Accreditations and Quality seals
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)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:45
School Size
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Venice Language School and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
General school facilities
Library
Movie rental
Lounge
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in most classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 7Number of public PC workstations: 1Facilities for disabled students
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
In summer: 100
Throughout the year: 50
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 5
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Average age of students
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
Optional airport transfer
Venice Marco Polo Airport:
70 € one way
140 € return (both ways)
140 € return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE).
More information about airports around Venice and how to get from the airport to Venice on your own here on our Venice page.
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
Express shipment fee (via courier)
North America: 46 €
, South America: 59 €
, Oceania: 85 €
, Asia: 59 €
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
Leisure activities
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Cooking | | - |
| Dancing | | - |
| Diving | | 2 km |
| Golf | | 30 km |
| Horse riding | | 20 km |
| Music | | - |
| Sailing | | 1 km |
| Swimming | | 2 km |
| Tennis | | 2 km |
| Yoga | | - |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Thematic walking tours through Venice
Excursions to Lido
Guided tours of museums and temporary exhibitions
Conversation labs
Italian music labs
Cinema at school
Adults - Paid activities
* Cooking classes on Thursdays:
EUR 40 for students from the school, EUR 50 for everybody else.
4 hours, from 17:00 to 21:00.
The teacher Anna changes the menu weekly and she explains the multi-faceted and various Italian regional cuisines. It is a practical and fun lesson with a final dinner. Price also includes a good selection of Italian wines.
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Sample of activities for adults (PDF)![]()
Accommodation
Homestay ![Most Popular Accommodation]()
Single room, No meals
In high demand!
from
230 € per week
34 reviews
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| Price in € | 230 | 400 | 590 | 760 | 920 | 1080 | 1240 | 1400 | 1720 | 2040 | 160 |
| Price in US$ | 248 | 430 | 635 | 817 | 989 | 1161 | 1333 | 1505 | 1849 | 2193 | 172 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Usually, the host families are childless couples or single people. To stay with an Italian family is the best way to enjoy our daily life and improve your language skills. You will be free to maintain your habits, respectful of the people who host you. In the house you will find all you need: bed-linen and blankets, washing machine, TV... In addition, you will be given a personal copy of the keys so you can be independent.
Check-in
Sunday 8:30-21:55
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.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival a refundable deposit of 180€ is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation provided there are no damages.
Price extra night
40 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
16
Student comments about Homestay
Catherine
"Our hostess is a charming person. With the concern to make our stay pleasant. Elsa spent time with us"
Homestay
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
from
350 € per week
34 reviews
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| Price in € | 350 | 650 | 900 | 1100 | 1300 | 1500 | 1700 | 1900 | 2300 | 2700 | 200 |
| Price in US$ | 377 | 699 | 968 | 1183 | 1397 | 1612 | 1827 | 2042 | 2472 | 2902 | 215 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Price per room
Usually, the host families are childless couples or single people. To stay with an Italian family is the best way to enjoy our daily life and improve your language skills. You will be free to maintain your habits, respectful of the people who host you. In the house you will find all you need: bed-linen and blankets, washing machine, TV... In addition, you will be given a personal copy of the keys so you can be independent.
Check-in
Sunday 8:30-23:00
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.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival a refundable deposit of 180€ is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation provided there are no damages.
Price extra night
60 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
16
Residence - Santa Marta
Single room, No meals
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
from
315 € per week
1 review
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| Price in € | 315 | 630 | 945 | 1260 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 339 | 677 | 1016 | 1354 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
City tax: EUR 1.5 per night for the first 5 nights. This tax is not included in the accommodation fee and it is to be paid directly at the Residence.
With Istituto Venezia you can book a room in the Santa Marta residence in Dorsoduro district, Calle Larga Santa Marta 2137, a few minutes walk from the school. Single or double rooms, all with private bathroom and kitchenette, spacious, quiet and with a good natural light, equipped with all the comforts for long or short stays.
Included in price:
- Heating and air-conditioning
- wi-fi internet
- Reception
The residence offers a common garden, a restaurant and a bar, a gym, conference rooms, several study rooms and a laundry 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
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
20 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
16
Residence - Santa Marta
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
from
455 € per week
1 review
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| Price in € | 455 | 910 | 1365 | 1820 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 489 | 978 | 1467 | 1956 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Price per room
City tax: EUR 1.5 per night for the first 5 nights. This tax is not included in the accommodation fee and it is to be paid directly at the Residence.
With Istituto Venezia you can book a room in the Santa Marta residence in Dorsoduro district, Calle Larga Santa Marta 2137, a few minutes walk from the school. Single or double rooms, all with private bathroom and kitchenette, spacious, quiet and with a good natural light, equipped with all the comforts for long or short stays.
Included in price:
- Heating and air-conditioning
- wi-fi internet
- Reception
The residence offers a common garden, a restaurant and a bar, a gym, conference rooms, several study rooms and a laundry 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
65 €
(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
20 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
16
Reviews
4.4
Overall school rating of
Venice Language School, Venice
105 authentic ratings from students who reserved with usVenice Language School, Venice
School
Overall city rating
4.8
Location of the school
4.9
Organisation
4.4
Facilities
3.9
Social activities
4.1
Course
Quality of teaching
4.3
Value for money
4.2
Accommodation
Homestay
4.3
Shared Flat (apartment)
4.0
Other
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Student opinions about Venice Language School, Venice
Platte 
41 years
“I am working in teachers training in university, basically in didactics. I enjoyed very much to "change the side" and to experience myself as a student. I was impressed, how the teachers handled a range of different students, how they motivated students from different countries really to conversate in italian (not, and it would have been much easier, at least during breaks or in the afternoons, in English or german). I also liked the way of teching and learning, how grammer was combined with literature or contents of daily life. The teachers did a very good work!!”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: the afternoon programmes were wonderful, don´t miss the Rialto-Tour and the visit of Frari-church!
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Other
5.0
Other comments: The location is beautiful, close to Campo santa Margarita, a typical house, you can also enjoy the breaks. be prepared that it can be cold in winter!
Course: General Course
15. Jan. 2005
Yulia
26 years“It was fantastic experience for me. I'm very-very thankful to the school staff, our teachers Andrea, Claudia and Simona!!! They are amazing! The best teachers I've ever met! It was an unforgettable period of my life.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Go out with the school staff every Friday evening after lessons. Speaking Italian in a bar on Campo Santa Margarita with the glass of spritz helps to improve your knowledge very fast. :-D
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Homestay
5.0
Other comments: Everything was great!
Course: Low budget - Evening Course - 2 weeks
19. Jul. 2011
Michaela
61 years“Very friendly local people
very good location with shops and restaurants
Lessons by Elisabetta/ Betta very well structured, instructive, informative,
casual, good vibes”
“12 participants may be a bit too much - for lessons and space”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: I think open cooperation in the course is recommended, you should get involved with the city, the language and the rich cultural offers.
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress: I learned a lot - the intensive course was wonderful for me, it motivated me to continue learning the language
I will book a course with you again next year in Venice!
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
28. Nov. 2022
Michel 
79 years“The professionalism of the teachers, the limited number of students per class, the location of the school, the cultural activities, the seriousness of the school.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Regular monitoring of the courses. The weekly program of activities.
Overall rating
n/a
Value for money
n/a
Other comments: The accommodation: very satisfactory. Very friendly landlady. Aimable. Dedicated. Nice room with private bathroom. But no wifi.
Course: Intensive - 4 weeks
7. Nov. 2017
Anne Lise
33 years“The quality of teachers, dynamism, diversity of exercises proposed. The school is very well located and offers plenty of activities outside the classroom.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Other comments: The team of teachers and the supervising team are available, welcoming, and put at ease all students. I also enjoyed being surrounded by people from the 4 corners of the world, it is extremely rewarding!
Course: Intensive - 1 week
14. Apr. 2015
Gabriella (Hungary)
56 years“I liked that we spoke only Italian outside of the classroom. I liked the teachers and the professional but relaxed work atmosphere.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Course: Intensive - 2 weeks
8. Aug. 2011
Susan
44 years“I really enjoyed meeting the other students, participating in the classroom discussions, and joining others for social events.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Take advantage of any extracurricular activites that interest you.
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Other
4.0
Other comments: I really didn't know what to expect, but found myself pleasantly surprised by a very positive experience. Teachers know their stuff and are generally approachable. School's location is optimal. I would certainly return!
Course: Intensive - 2 weeks
5. Oct. 2007
Silvan
19 years“Very accommodating and good teachers, great location, good class sizes and especially the private lessons were very helpful.”
“There were many oral exercises, which may help many people (especially if the course is longer). However, for me, written exercises are also very helpful, of which there were not a lot.”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
3.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
School organization
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
Homestay
5.0
Other
5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
5.0
Course: Combined Course 1 (20 group + 5 individual) [Italian] - 2 weeks
3. Oct. 2022
Susan (Australia)
64 years“I thought the pre-course organization was excellent and personalized. My teacher was thorough and personable.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
1.0
Homestay
1.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
1.0
Other comments: I had only 1-to-1 lessons, adapted from a model for a class I think. Maybe I could have homework which adressed the need for the repetition/practice I would have had in a class.
Course: One-to-one - 2 weeks
17. Nov. 2010
Vicki (United Kingdom)
47 years“Teaching was very good. Friendly atmosphere. Really made an effort with all students to encourage us.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Make sure you get in the right class. I was put into beginners when I am A2 level. Lots of people on the first day so easy for mistakes to be made.
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Homestay
4.0
Other
4.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
4.0
Other comments: Lovely location. Great cafes nearby. Teaching was excellent.
Course: Intensive - 1 week
30. Sep. 2013
Austra (Latvia)
33 years“Very nice atmosphere, friendly but serious attitude from teachers. Definitely want to come back.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Bring your own grammar book and definitely - a dictionary (which was very useful).
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
3.0
Homestay
5.0
Other
5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
5.0
Other comments: I would have loved a bit more structured approach to the grammar part. After first week I was confused and went to buy a grammar book to clear some things up. And the beginning seemed a bit slow - first three days we repeated pretty much the same stuff. And I don't mind a bit more homework. About social activities - I didn't participate cause our coursemates went to the first one and afterwards told that it was all in Italian so it held me back from future events cause there is no point for me if I don't understand anything. Maybe next year! :)
Course: Intensive - 2 weeks
18. Jun. 2015
Hermione (Australia)
61 years“Friendly helpful atmosphere. Small classes, interesting students of all ages, and nationalities.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: The afternoon guided walks were informative and fun. I bought a season ticket for the vaporetto for the month, saved a lot of money and made it easy to hop on and off the boats.
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Other
4.0
Course: Intensive - 3 weeks
9. Mar. 2007
Inga (Latvia)
35 years“Teachers - Roberta and Sylvia. Attitude toward students, Teaching methods, friendly atmosphere.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Take part in after class activities
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Course: Intensive - 1 week
5. May. 2015
Roger (Italy)
56 years“The location, the teachers and the material. also learning with people from all over the world.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Study every night, it really does help.
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
n/a
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
3.0
Social activities
4.0
Other comments: Having two teachers for the whole course would have been ideal.
Course: Intensive - 4 weeks
5. Dec. 2008
Susanne (Denmark)
63 years“The people at the school were friendly and efficient and professional - very good atmosphere.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Participate wholly and at the same time relax.
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Homestay
5.0
Other
5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
5.0
Course: Intensive - 1 week
15. May. 2016
David (United Kingdom)
60 years“Location, atmosphere (old, interesting building), small classes, everyone was very friendly.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: One week is not enough!
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
3.0
Homestay
5.0
Other
5.0
Residenza Redentore
5.0
Other comments: I've been there three times and I am planning on going back, so I must be happy with it!
Course: Intensive [Italian] - 1 week
29. Oct. 2018
Beate
65 years“Very pleasant learning environment. Focusing on communication has helped me progress a lot.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: The cultural offerings in Venice are overwhelming. I can recommend a concert evening in San Vidal or a choir concert in Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari. The churches are full of art treasures. This year the various Tintoretto exhibitions were a must. I can only recommend a visit to the opera in La Venice to everyone. All course participants had a lot of discovery fun on long walks through the various sestiere. I was also enthusiastic about my island tour to Murano, Burano and especially Torcello. A very special experience was San Michele the cemetery island. I could recommend a lot more - but the wonderful city on the lagoon has so much beauty and lovely picturesque corners in store that everyone is cast under its spell in their own way!
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
School organization
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
Other comments: Very competent, helpful teachers, effective learning methods.
Course: Intensive - 3 weeks
30. Oct. 2018
Doris
75 years“The whole team amazed me, with their constructive, helpful, almost artistic ways !!”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Participate in the very good excursions, also outside class hours.
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Other comments: I will come back in April if I can find a fitting accommodation, in walking distance from the school.
Course: Intensive + 5 One-to-one - 2 weeks
19. May. 2012
Ines
37 years“All the teachers are very friendly and help you if you have any further questions.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Homestay
5.0
Other
5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
5.0
Course: Superintensive 1 (20 group + 5 individual) - 1 week
30. Sep. 2013
Martha
62 years“Excellent teachers, friendly atmosphere, interesting activities in the afternoon”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
5.0
Homestay
4.0
Course: Intensive - 1 week
14. Apr. 2009
Marie-madeleine
58 years“I liked the international environment. A nice groupe and friendly teachers.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: In Venice everything is fine but you cannot see everything!
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
3.0
Homestay
3.0
Other comments: I really enjoyed my week in Venice, I visited museums, churches. It was easy to go to the cinema and at concert every night
Course: Intensive - 1 week
25. Apr. 2011
Melanie
24 years“Students from all over the world make a very interesing class atmosphere.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: the sightseeing tours were always very interesting and helpful to get to know the city from a point of view that tourists don't.
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Homestay
4.0
Other comments: I was there for 4 weeks, so we repeated many topics many times, because there were new people arriving every week. That was a little bit tiring. But the teachers are very nice and the city is BEAUTIFUL!
Course: Intensive - 4 weeks
14. Nov. 2008
Olga
23 years“Departmental teaching, I've learned a lot. Very nice teachers, school.”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
City/place
3.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Homestay
3.0
Other
4.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
2.0
Other comments: No air-conditioning. Not possible to study in 35 degree heat. The host family were two girls, who always invited their boyfriends at night. Very small room right under the roof, nearly 40 degrees at night too, very noisy street.
Course: Intensive - 4 weeks
26. Jul. 2010
Matthias
44 years“The teachers are personable and approachable, the methods are varied.”
“I would have liked to have had more homework and also more teaching materials (not just exercise sheets).”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Coffee at Mammafé. Ombra - (wine) at da Lele. Corner bar right on the canal is great (location and value for money). Excursions in the area are worthwhile: Padua, Treviso, Eugene Hills - even Mestre has beautiful sides (Forte Marghera is a destination for locals!).
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress: I would do it again.
Course: Intensive - 10 weeks
16. Sep. 2021
Eva
61 years“Nice and friendly athmosphere, teachers very friendly and competent”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: beginners should get a real book, like espresso or linea diretta, it helps for basic knowledge.
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
5.0
Other
3.0
Other comments: Activities concerning leisure time in the afternoons or evenings were very good. Your school is keeping the promises which other italian schools are offering but not keeping.
Course: Intensive - 1 week
16. Nov. 2008
Jana (Czech Republic)
42 years“Warmth of the teachers and their friendly approach to students”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
4.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Homestay
5.0
Other
5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
5.0
Other comments: I also appreciate the good organisation and flexibility regarding students' requirements/wishes.
Course: Intensive - 2 weeks
31. Oct. 2018
Birgitte (Denmark)
65 years“Very good teachers who are involved with the students.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Use the free excusions in the afternoons to know Venice.
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Homestay
4.0
Other
4.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
4.0
Course: Intensive [Italiensk] - 3 weeks
22. Jun. 2018
Olwyn (United Kingdom)
67 years“The motivation of the teachers and their enthusiasm”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
3.0
Course: Intensive - 1 week
24. Sep. 2019
Anne Cæcilie (Denmark)
46 years“The teachers and students and the atmosphere”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
4.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
3.0
Homestay
3.0
Other
3.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
3.0
Course: Intensive - 1 week
25. May. 2017
Petra
46 years“Good location, friendly staff, free Internet”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Tours/excursion (especially at night); a season ticket for public transport
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Homestay
4.0
Course: Art course - 1 week
24. Sep. 2010
Student Testimonial Videos
Note: The video testimonials of students from Venice Language School have been provided by the school and schools do not usually publish negative testimonials. For uncensored reviews read the comments from our students.
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Questions and answers about Venice Language School
- Are there classes at the weekend?“Group and individual lessons usually run from Monday to Friday. If you are interested in weekend lessons, individual lessons can be organised at the weekend for an additional fee.”Elisa C, Head of the secretariat from Venice Language School, Venice - Oct 11, 2022
- Are dishes and cooking utensils available in the room at Santa Marta Residence or do you have to bring your own?“All rooms in Santa Marta Residence are with private bathroom and kitchenette, spacious, quiet and bright, comfortably equipped for short or long stays.”Elisa C, Coordinator from Venice Language School, Venice - Nov 17, 2022
FAQ about Venice Language School, Venice
- How many students are currently planned per class in the Intensive Course? The maximum is still 12 students or less?“In this moment we have max 10 students per class here in Istituto Venezia: in case of more students we split the class in 2 smaller groups.”Tanja Rixecker, Area Manager - German from LanguageCourse.net - Nov 11, 2021
- Is the school closed on national bank holidays?“Yes, the school is closed for regular lessons, but during national holidays we replace regular classes with excursions or alternative activities.”Elisa, Coordinatore from Venice Language School - Jan 11, 2022
- When do the private lessons take place?“Private lessons are held at school usually after 1 PM.”Elisa Carrer, Responsabile della segreteria from Venice Language School - Feb 03, 2023
- What is the timetable for Group lessons?“Group lessons are in the morning, Monday to Friday, from 9 am to 12:30 pm (first part from 9 to 10:30 and second part from 11 to 12:30). ”Elisa Carrer , Responsabile della segreteria from - Feb 08, 2023
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Venice Language School?100% of teachers at Venice Language School hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Venice Language School from?The highest Nationality percentage at Venice Language School comes from Germany with a 27% representation, followed by students from USA (11%) and France (9%).
- Venice Language School offers courses for which ages?Venice Language School offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 35 for the rest of the year.
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