Reviews of Centro Koinè, Lucca, Italy
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Average Rating
4.3
Overall rating
Centro Koinè, Lucca, Italy
Centro Koinè, Lucca, Italy
Based on 114 reviews of former students of Centro Koinè
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Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (0 ratings)
Students 18-30 years (7 ratings)
Students 31-49 years (16 ratings)
Students 50+ years (84 ratings)
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Individual Reviews
Centro Koinè
6. Oct. 2025
Theodor (76 years) 
Course: Learning & Cooking with Mamma (with accommodation) - 1 week
Course: Learning & Cooking with Mamma (with accommodation) - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Use of media."
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"Perfect."
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"The kitchen equipment with dishes and glasses could be improved."
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1. Oct. 2025
Ulla (69 years) Course: Learning & Cooking with Mamma (with accommodation) - 2 weeks
Course: Learning & Cooking with Mamma (with accommodation) - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"I liked the combination of lessons and leisure program in the afternoon, e.g. the picnic, because you also got to know the other participants that way."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Leisure activities in the afternoon,
and a visit to the Villa Reale."
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Quality of teaching / language progress
"Cooking with ‘Mamma’ Antonella was especially great. She is so authentic, always helpful and funny."
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19. Aug. 2025
Barbara Anne (71 years) United Kingdom Course: Combined Intensive Course (20 Group + 10 Individual) - 2 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Isabella and Nadia were excellent teachers."
Negative aspects
"Not enough levels for all students. I was put with a lower level because the next level was too high."
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Quality of teaching / language progress
"Only 3 levels and I didn't fit into these."
Accommodation
"Antonella host family was amazing."
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26. May. 2025
Marion (75 years) 
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The teacher Lorenzo was very good at getting everyone to talk. He was also funny, so we laughed a lot during the lessons. For me, it was important to develop my everyday language, and in this respect the school's methods are good. Angela at the reception is very helpful."
Negative aspects
"There were not many afternoon activities. The group was too big and the level differences were sometimes troublesome. I was in the advanced group but there were several who were nowhere near that level. We were often divided into smaller groups or pairs and it was sometimes difficult for those who did not really belong at this level. This could lead to someone getting upset and it became a less good atmosphere."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Go to one of the bars during the break and have a cappuccino with your classmates."
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Other comments
"I would recommend the school to someone who already knows a bit and wants to practice speaking."
City/place
"Lucca is a nice city with many churches and museums and an interesting history. Cozy alleys, many shops and restaurants, prices are well average."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"The structure of the course was such that the emphasis was on communication. Those interested in learning more grammar did not get much."
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15. May. 2025
Bryan (71 years) United Kingdom Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Very competent teachers and an older student learning."
Negative aspects
"All was fine."
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City/place
"Lucca is a lovely small town, with easy access to the school. No trains or buses needed, that is one reason I chose Lucca Koine again. Regarding safety, too many cars and bikes on narrow streets!"
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Covered many different areas, all interesting and appropriate to my level."
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"Very pleasant host, very helpful."
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21. Apr. 2025
Nancy (80 years) France Course: Combined Intensive Course (20 Group + 5 Individual) - 1 week
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The teacher whom I had for private lessons was excellent."
Negative aspects
"The teaching method did not have much grammar which I need in order to form sentences. The teacher did too much talking and did not correct the students enough. The class size was 13 students with levels of Italian which were too different. Some were very advanced and others had a low level of Italian."
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City/place
"Beautiful."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"The group course was not suitable for me but I made a lot of progress with the Individual lesson with Nadia."
Accommodation
"The host family was exceptional, they only spoke Italian. They were very welcoming and made me feel like an old friend. They were fantastic cooks and the food was delicious. The apartment was fabulous and I had a very comfortable bedroom and my own bathroom. It was better that a 5 star hotel. I will surely return."
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31. Mar. 2025
Hilde (64 years) Norway Course: Italian Language & Culture - 3 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Koinè has the best teachers! So competent and flexible. The set-up, their educational and pedagogical approach is impressive!"
Negative aspects
"Can’t think of anything I would like to be changed."
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"So many things to do, discover and experience both inside and outside the walls."
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7. Oct. 2024
Aretuza (52 years) Brazil Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The school has a great location and a great team of teachers and staff and good value for money."
Negative aspects
"The average age of students is much higher than expected and the course has little grammar."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Explore the city and the surrounding areas."
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Other comments
"The school staff is great."
City/place
"I liked it, it doesn't have many attractions, but it is a medieval city, with walls and towers, well located, clean, and with good shops, bars and restaurants."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Not too much grammar."
Accommodation
"The host is very careful and communicative and speaks Portuguese too."
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Homestay
23. Jul. 2024
Karen (60 years) Australia Course: Learning & Cooking with Mamma (with accommodation) - 1 week
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Friendly teachers & oral conversation."
Negative aspects
"No grammar structure & all the work was done in pairs & it was difficult to understand other students Italian with foreign accents."
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City/place
"Lovely walled city, however, too hot in summer with no escape from the heat."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Cooking with Mamma was fun & learnt more language conversing with her than at the course."
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25. Jun. 2024
Heidi (69 years) Course: 2 weeks
Course: 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Very nice teachers"
Negative aspects
"Not enough afternoon programme"
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City/place
"Lucca is a very beautiful city"
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Homestay
17. Jun. 2024
Sabine (62 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Well organized"
Negative aspects
"None"
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City/place
"One of the most beautiful towns in Tuscany."
Accommodation
"It was very basic and there was mold in the bathroom."
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27. May. 2024
Antoinette (70 years) Course: Combined Intensive Course (20 Group + 10 Individual) - 2 weeks
Course: Combined Intensive Course (20 Group + 10 Individual) - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The previous knowledge did not have to be school-based. The teachers are extremely helpful, educated and personally involved. I particularly enjoyed the individual lessons with Elena. The school also offers a lot of cultural knowledge. The location is perfect. I'm totally satisfied and would go back at any time."
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"A great opportunity to get to know very different people from different nationalities."
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"My favorite city in Tuscany!"
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"It was the best decision."
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20. May. 2024
Monika (55 years) Course: Bread, Wine & Language - 2 weeks
Course: Bread, Wine & Language - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The teacher Elena was top class! Everyone was also very friendly and helpful. It was also good that we had a second room for the small groups."
Negative aspects
"The acoustics in the classroom were very bad. There was a lot of reverb and as a result I almost couldn't understand the speaker when practicing listening."
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City/place
"Lucca is a very beautiful city. It's a shame that there are always so many tourists there..."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Super"
Accommodation
"Everything was great! Especially cooking with Antonella"
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30. Aug. 2023
Irina (64 years) United States Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The teacher was very good also the lesson’s structures"
Negative aspects
"Nothing to complain"
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Accommodation
"The host didn’t have contact with us where we hoped to learn the language also at home through conversations.
Occasionally there were family visitors and apartment was overcrowded"
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Homestay
1. Aug. 2023
Ursula (60 years) Course: Learning & Cooking with Mamma (with accommodation) - 3 weeks
Course: Learning & Cooking with Mamma (with accommodation) - 3 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The teachers, the premises, the appreciative interaction"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Participate in everything, borrow a bike, take advantage of the cultural opportunities"
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Other comments
"I am very happy to have chosen this school to improve my Italian"
City/place
"Wonderful!"
Quality of teaching / language progress
"The best choice you can make"
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11. Jun. 2023
Elisabeth (63 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"- small groups
- lively, practice-oriented, varied lessons
- mixture of different ages and countries of origin
- Afternoon activities that resulted in subsequent dinners with classmates"
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Other comments
"Through the afternoon activities, which were always voluntary, you got to know other participants from the school (better) and could also meet up for the evening."
City/place
"Lucca is a very beautiful medieval city, surrounded by a city wall, and from one "cast". There are many beautiful squares and alleys and something new to discover everywhere. A very pleasant city where I would have liked to stay longer."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Our teacher Elena taught with varied methods, so that the lessons were a lot of fun. The group allocations were well thought out so that the participants were well matched to each other."
Accommodation
"Very nice hostess. As there were often visitors, it was sometimes very busy. Less suitable for people who mainly want peace and quiet."
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1. May. 2023
Elna (62 years) Denmark Course: Combined Intensive Course (20 Group + 5 Individual) - 2 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Very dedicated teacher, small classes, leveled teaching."
Negative aspects
"The acoustics in the classroom."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Participate actively in classes and social activities."
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Other comments
"Lovely atmosphere."
City/place
"Beautiful and lively city with so much to see and do."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Very dedicated trainers."
Accommodation
"Centrally located, cozy large room, private bathroom, incredibly sweet and helpful host, and great food."
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Homestay
17. Oct. 2022
Karin (73 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The friendly atmosphere, the group size. Good teachers."
Negative aspects
"Maybe some more activities, or suggestions. I did a lot of my own excursions by train and bus, but not everyone did this."
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"Nice city. A bit touristy. Good range of music activities. Interesting buildings."
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4. Oct. 2022
Nancy (69 years) United States Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Location is ok"
Negative aspects
"Horrible experience. They had a class with people ranging from 6 months study of Italian to 14 years study. The teachers who were disinterested focused on the high level speakers and did nothing to accommodate the lower levels. One week there were a total of 12 students in the school. So 2 were put in low beginners class and the rest were just lumped together in the other class."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Do not go"
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Other comments
"Main teacher completely lacks enthusiasm or energy for teaching"
City/place
"Very nice city but do not go to Koine Terrible terrible school"
Quality of teaching / language progress
"I feel I actually regressed at this school"
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21. Sep. 2022
Josef (71 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 weekOverall rating
Value for money
Negative aspects
"Few parking spaces"
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"Lovely"
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20. Sep. 2022
Charlie (61 years) United States Course: Combined Intensive Course (20 Group + 5 Individual) - 2 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Fun cheerful teachers. Small class. Fantastic location. Good pace."
Negative aspects
"I'd have liked more activities and some of them in my native language (like tours of the city)."
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City/place
"Lucca is a very special place. Like a dry Venice."
Accommodation
"In Lucca, it would be good to warn people that having a breakfast isn't needed due to cafes in proximity to school. And having cooked dinners is useful and a good time to talk to host in Italian but it would be even better to have the option of say four dinner nights with host so that one could have three nights a week to have dinner out."
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19. Sep. 2022
Pius (74 years) Course: Bread, Wine & Language - 2 weeks
Course: Bread, Wine & Language - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"I really liked the lessons: methodologically varied (conversation, good animating questions, silent and spoken trailers, texts, etc.)
The different elements were well coordinated."
The different elements were well coordinated."
Negative aspects
"Sometimes it went a bit too fast for me."
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City/place
"It's a wonderful city with friendly people."
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"We had a fantastic time together, it was a great!"
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27. Jun. 2022
Cristina (55 years) 
Course: Intensive Individual Course (10) - 2 weeks
Course: Intensive Individual Course (10) - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The teaching method in private classes is very well adjusted to my personal needs."
Negative aspects
"I'm used to air-conditioned classes because of the heat. I have already discovered that in Lucca, and therefore in Koinè, it is not usual. We have had to settle for a fan."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Knowing how to take advantage of the course, going out and speaking continuously in Italian and watching TV to learn vocabulary and most common expressions."
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Other comments
"The methodology used... very practical. You live and feel Italian."
City/place
"It is a small city that has everything, good public transport to travel to nearby cities and very quiet and safe. I am in love with its old town inside the walls. I have not felt like a tourist."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"From the first day the teacher knew very well how to approach it according to my needs. He was very good, not boring at all and I think he has personally made me improve in the knowledge of the Italian language and its culture."
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15. Oct. 2021
Philip (61 years) United Kingdom Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"Great location inside the city walls. Relaxed atmosphere."
Negative aspects
"The class mix was a little variable in level but I wouldn't really criticise the school for this they have to work week to week with the different abilities of students who arrive."
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City/place
"It's a beautiful town, if you are looking for night clubs you're in the wrong place but there are numerous bars cafes and restaurants to enjoy. Lucca though was a great place to go learn Italian"
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11. Oct. 2021
Dagmar (55 years) Course: Combined Intensive Course (20 Group + 10 Individual) - 2 weeks
Course: Combined Intensive Course (20 Group + 10 Individual) - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"In both weeks we had excellent teachers and very intensive lessons in a small group. The trips were also fun and very well organized. The location of the school in the old town of Lucca is unique."
Negative aspects
"We were a bit surprised that we got a different teacher in our second week. In the end it didn't matter because it was also very good. Nevertheless, we would have liked better planning or prior information. The furnishings in the classrooms are very spartan. The chairs with tables that can be folded down are not very functional, as you don't even know what to do with your documents. It would also make sense that instead of the individual sheets you might get a folder with a register, possibly a writing pad and a pen."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Highly recommended: the "wine excursions" with teacher and sommelier Stefano."
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City/place
"We felt very comfortable. The old town is beautiful, with lots of great restaurants, bars and cafes. However, one should never forget to have insect repellent with you. In and around Lucca there is a lot of water and unfortunately a lot of mosquitos."
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30. Nov. 2019
Kate (61 years) United States Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"There were 14 people in my class and each person was from a different country. What a great exchange of culture."
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Other comments
"The administrative staff was great. They very helpful and the teachers were awesome."
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"Lovely city!"
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26. Jul. 2019
Nina (25 years) Netherlands Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
"Good teachers. Small classes. Focus on speaking. In only one week I got a good basis for Italian."
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"Very friendly family who where always there to help if needed."
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6. Jun. 2019
Klaus (63 years) Germany Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
"School was in an old building in the city centre and my accommodation was only about 500m away, a perfect location!"
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City/place
"Nice little town, but because of the old preserved city centre with many tourists you do not find every day life in an Italian city here"
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Sometimes the teacher should have been a bit more interactive"
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4. May. 2019
Charlene (66 years) United States Course: Italian Language & Culture - 4 weeks
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Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"I liked Madalena's teaching style. I also liked how the school encouraged student interaction via the activities and the 11 a.m. breaks. Everyone got to know everyone else, even if you were in different classes."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Stay longer than one week and get to know the other students at the school!"
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City/place
"I loved loved loved Lucca and will definitely be back!"
Quality of teaching / language progress
"I loved my experience at Koine. The arrangement fostered student interaction and I now have many new friends from my time there. There were several inexpensive excursions in the afternoon in which many students participated. The age levels and lengths of stay varied which also made it interesting."
Accommodation
"I loved my location. It was a nice 20 minute walk through Lucca to school. I had a private room in an older apartment with a wonderful balcony/garden. My host were very kind and checked on things periodically. Since it was an older building, it was chilly but luckily I had warm pjs."
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4. Mar. 2019
Lutz (51 years) Course: Combined Intensive Course (20 Group + 10 Individual) - 2 weeks
Course: Combined Intensive Course (20 Group + 10 Individual) - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"The teachers are all competent and friendly, no matter how much I look, I just can't find anything to criticize ;-)"
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Other comments
"It is best to book in the off-season, then the courses are nice and small and the city is not so crowded."
City/place
"Wonderful little old town, ideal location - as a starting point for sightseeing (Pisa, Firenze, ...), hiking (Alpi Apuane), sea ..."
Quality of teaching / language progress
"Two hours of private tuition (2-4 p.m.) in the afternoon is ok, it only occasionally collides with the school's afternoon activities - but the missed lessons can be spread over the other days."
Accommodation
"Very nice hosts, the room was a bit spartan, but ok - and with its own bathroom."
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Homestay
10. Dec. 2018
Ian (63 years) United Kingdom Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
"Friendly/Welcoming"
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28. Nov. 2018
Hamelin (61 years) 
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The teacher, the cultural outings, the school is well located for activities or to visit the city."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"The tasting at Fattoria di Buffiano. Beautiful place, well organized."
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9. Nov. 2018
Philipp (35 years) Germany Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Good atmosphere, great teachers."
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30. Oct. 2018
Nicole (74 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Young teachers, full of imagination and using original and effective methods.
Friendly atmosphere. Nothing schooly. A daily pleasure!"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"The afternoon cultural activities."
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Other comments
"Only one small criticism: acoustics! Carpets and curtains would certainly improve the situation."
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Albergo Puccini - 3-star Hotel
29. Oct. 2018
Annina (21 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"It was very personal and every week teachers and students were shuffled according to their level. They tried to bring the language closer to us mainly with original material (newspapers, interviews on radio / TV): I also found that very helpful and good."
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6. Sep. 2018
Ekaterina (36 years) Russia Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Teaching process"
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Homestay
18. Jun. 2018
Martine (66 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 8 weeks
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 8 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Friendly atmosphere, warm, competent and very attentive teachers"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Participate in the afternoon activities. They are very interesting and very helpful to progress with the Italian language."
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"I really enjoyed this school. Feeling of a big family where teachers are very involved with their students."
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12. Jun. 2018
Samantha (49 years) Australia Course: Italian Language & Culture - 6 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Teacher was great and the activities were sensational."
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21. May. 2018
Howard (53 years) 
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The open learning method. So don't follow a lesson from front to back. And of course that it only goes in Italian and not in my own language and then translated into Dutch."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"I got a lot out of the sheets with pictures. So a sheet with items of clothing and then try to memorize the Italian words."
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Other comments
"I would like to have paid more attention to the verbs, because you use this to build sentences."
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21. May. 2018
Els (67 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"I have no experience with other courses, but I think that the teaching was very good."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Go and discover Lucca after class"
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Other comments
"I missed a cup of coffee. I think they could have included that in the course price, or even paid for if necessary. Now you had to go to a cafe, which was sometimes nearly impossible timewise."
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22. Nov. 2017
Elguiz (52 years) Course: Intensive Individual Course (10) - 1 week
Course: Intensive Individual Course (10) - 1 weekOverall rating
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"Very friendly welcoming, very nice and competent teacher, the activities offered outside of the course."
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20. Nov. 2017
Kristine (63 years) Course: Intensive Individual Course (20) - 2 weeks
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"It's impossible to identify a single aspect as the thing I liked best. I loved the entire experience."
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"In future, I would do a homestay again but would include dinner with my family. Living with a family gave me an additional opportunity to use what I was learning but I missed the opportunity by not sharing conversation around the table."
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"I thought it was great. I liked that the instructors didn't speak any English to me - not that I understood everything but was always able to at least garner the general sense of what was being conveyed. Total immersion is the best way to learn a foreign language."
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2. Oct. 2017
Helene (52 years) Denmark Course: Combined Intensive Course (20 Group + 10 Individual) - 2 weeks
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"The teachers are very nice and patient."
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"I would have liked a bit more of the teachers correcting the group work. If someone is a bit behind, it's difficult to know if what you are doing is right or wrong. Also, I think it's important that everyone gets to class on time, it disrupts everyone and we have to start again because someone is late. Not fair and a waste of time."
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29. Aug. 2017
Mari (75 years) Finland Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
"Location"
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"Miss grammar."
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5. May. 2017
Arlette (66 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 weekOverall rating
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"The skills and kindness of the teacher who gave the guided tours of the city (week of April 18th to 21st)"
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"The various levels of the students in the group were not taken into account; The teacher was not motivated, did not correct the students. regarding the week shortened by PASQUETTA, no compensation was offered; I will not recommend this school"
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3. Apr. 2017
Eva (50 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 weekOverall rating
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"Small group and committed teacher"
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Albergo San Luca - 4-star Hotel
3. Apr. 2017
Inger (51 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Very welcoming and friendly staff."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"The tip is to book more than 5 days if you have the opportunity. We thought it was very short."
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"The interviews were made when we arrived, to see what level and group we would end up in. Both my friend and I thought the interviewer was very arrogant. Otherwise very happy, nice and charming staff."
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Albergo San Luca - 4-star Hotel
5. Dec. 2016
Bryan (63 years) United Kingdom Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
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"Excellent quality teaching."
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11. Nov. 2016
Diego Germany Course: Italian Language & Culture - 4 weeks
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"Lucca is an amazing city. Don't miss any of the guided tours included in the price of the regular group course."
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"The teaching method in group lessons was too relaxed for me. It's not suitable for students who are motivated to learn the language formally and pass official exams. There is no written placement test, no exit test, and practically no grammar; just a continuous diversity of fun exercises focused on speaking (mostly among groups of two/three students with little supervision from the teacher). Most other students were old tourists and retirees looking for a fun side activity to their short visit to Lucca, they joined and left continuously according to their holidays, so there is no chance of following a formal syllabus. The exercises were pleasant, entertaining and sometimes fun. My fluency and vocabulary improved. By the time I left, most of my grammar-based persistent errors, which could have been tackled in time, had been solidified by fluency.
The professional boundaries between staff and students were crossed regularly and I was subjected to witness this (rather hear it) at the apartment provided to me by the school. It got to a point when I had to confront them and they agreed to stop it for my last week there."
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Shared Apartment
24. Oct. 2016
Kai (61 years) Finland Course: Combined Intensive Course (20 Group + 10 Individual) - 2 weeks
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"The lessons kept me active all the time even with the group of 11 students."
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"Good atmosphere."
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22. Jun. 2016
Kathrin (42 years) Course: Intensive Individual Course (20) - 1 week
Course: Intensive Individual Course (20) - 1 weekOverall rating
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"The organization is very good, I had a problem at the beginning, but it was dealt with immediately and was resolved the next day! They are very flexible"
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"Men should visit the BiB (about 2 minutes walk from the school), in the morning or after classes you should go running or biking on the city wall!"
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"The only criticism I have is the interior design - I need a desk to study. Except for the kitchen, there are only chairs with folding tables - I need room to expand ..."
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20. Jun. 2016
Christophe (36 years) Course: Intensive Business (Part 2) - 5 weeks
Course: Intensive Business (Part 2) - 5 weeksOverall rating
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"The atmosphere, the sympathy of teachers and the quality of education"
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14. Jun. 2016
Gennadiy (63 years) 
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 3 weeks
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 3 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"1) the method of teaching.
2) the location of the school
3) friendliness, openness and responsiveness of the teachers
4) extra-curricular program"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Take a course for at least 3 weeks"
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"Good schools, good staff"
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22. Mar. 2016
Astrid (64 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 weekOverall rating
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"Friendly, helpful, uncomplicated"
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14. Oct. 2015
Birgitta (72 years) Course: Intensive Business (Part 2) - 2 weeks
Course: Intensive Business (Part 2) - 2 weeksOverall rating
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"The teachers were nice and knowledgeable. I missed the grammar, however. The location of the school was very good."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Can't think of anything."
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"The teaching focused only on listening, understanding and speaking. Certainly good, but as I said it would have been nice to have grammar too. Wondering if grammar is included for those who are complete beginners?"
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28. Sep. 2015
Agnes (64 years) Course: Bread, Wine & Language - 2 weeks
Course: Bread, Wine & Language - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Personal atmosphere, professional teachers, good accommodation at Hotel Piccolo Puccini."
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"Bread, Wine and Culture. Cooking with Isabella was fantastic, the wine tastings with Stephano were exceptional. A truly unique experience."
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"The school is highly recommendable."
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Albergo Puccini - 3-star Hotel
14. Sep. 2015
Eva-karin (72 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The teachers were great!"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Try to get accommodation closer to the school"
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"Very pleasant and helpful staff. The premises were a bit so-so ...."
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27. Jul. 2015
Francois (63 years) Course: Intensive Individual Course (10) - 1 week
Course: Intensive Individual Course (10) - 1 weekOverall rating
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"Clever, dedicated teacher"
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8. Jun. 2015
Kajsa (27 years) Sweden Course: Travel & Learn: Seaside and City - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Classmates"
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Homestay Executive
25. May. 2015
Ralph (52 years) Course: Tutor Course - 5 weeks
Course: Tutor Course - 5 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Competent teachers (private lessons and the teacher's home), which take care of individual needs. Unfortunately, due to an accident I wasn't able to enjoy the recreational activities as well as the school itself."
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11. Nov. 2014
Irina (35 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeksOverall rating
Value for money
Positive aspects of school
"My Teacher Robert"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"It is better to come for a month"
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"The school was wonderful, there was nice and warm atmosphere. When the teacher Elena took us on a city tour, she invited us to the bar where everyone was offered a coffee, which was very nice and unexpected. It is better if the teachers give us some homework otherwise we get too relaxed..."
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Shared Apartment
6. Nov. 2014
Tatyana (54 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"It was interesting to talk to people from different countries who also studied Italian"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Just come to Lucca to learn Italina. I am sure you enjoy it."
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"Interesting and useful lessons, great and patient teacher Robert, interesting excursions with Ellen. I liked everything!"
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3. Nov. 2014
Natalia (28 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Interaction with other students"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"It is better to attend a course for at least a month"
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30. Oct. 2014
William Called Stephen (68 years) Australia Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"Relaxed, approachable staff, kept to timetable and to rules of Italian-only in classes. Excursions were good value."
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"Don't be afraid to take up issues with staff, they seemed accommodating."
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"Facilities were not as advertised in original contact site - no library, caf. drinks machine..."
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Shared Apartment
9. Sep. 2014
Diane (48 years) United Kingdom Course: Combined Intensive Course (20 Group + 10 Individual) - 1 week
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Positive aspects of school
"The excellent tutors who quickly understood the level of tuition required."
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"It was a very good experience. I found the staff extremely courteous and accommodating to my language learning needs. Highly recommend."
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Homestay Executive
23. Jun. 2014
Nicole (55 years) Course: Intensive Individual Course (20) - 1 week
Course: Intensive Individual Course (20) - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Quality of the teacher and the teaching materials"
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"Extremely helpful lecturers and staff"
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23. Jun. 2014
Jules (62 years) Course: Intensive Individual Course (20) - 1 week
Course: Intensive Individual Course (20) - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Quality of the teacher and the course materials"
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"Extremely helpful teachers and staff"
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19. Mar. 2014
Isabelle (63 years) Course: Intensive Individual Course (20) - 1 week
Course: Intensive Individual Course (20) - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The competence of the teacher who perfectly tailored the course according to my level and my specific needs. (Individual Intensive Course)"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Lucca is an intramural city full of charm to be discovered in each little street. But do not miss the top of the Guinigi Tower, the beauty of Tuscany is at your feet!"
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"A particularly friendly place where one immediately feels part of the "family". There is nothing like this to make rapid progress ..."
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Homestay Executive
18. Sep. 2013
Elisabeth (53 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"The very effective teaching method focused on conversations."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"The sights around Lucca, comfortable and cheap to achieve by train."
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"Accommodation was not provided by the school. The evaluation referrs only to the school."
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Homestay Executive
6. Aug. 2012
Elfriede Hedwig (67 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeksOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Vivid teaching"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Open-air cinema"
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"Friendly welcome and helpfulness"
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19. Jun. 2012
Soili (58 years) Finland Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"The approach in teaching was very practical and effective."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Be open-minded and flexible, the student group will change. Join all events and use the language also around town."
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"The staff is very friendly and helps in everything. The afternoon program is interesting and varied."
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3. May. 2012
Frederick Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 weekOverall rating
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Positive aspects of school
"Kindness and professionalism"
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Guided city tour ending at a wine bar and visit of the factoria"
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"Very very positive"
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Homestay Executive
20. Jul. 2011
Maud (64 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeksOverall rating
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"People were very helpful and friendly"
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"Everything occured just perfectly, no trouble with registration and the same for the school."
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22. Jun. 2011
John (66 years) Australia Course: Italian Language & Culture - 5 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"The quality of the teachers and the cultural programme outside of teaching hours."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Attend all cultural activities"
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"The course material content was too complex on the listening exercises, particularly poor audio which made clear comprehension near impossible."
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22. Jun. 2011
Marie (64 years) Australia Course: Italian Language & Culture - 5 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
"The teachers and the mix of student's nationalities."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"Make sure you select the level of learning that is appropriate for your language skills."
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12. Apr. 2011
Susan (66 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
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"The relaxing but imaginative classroom activities."
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"Had to ask for lodging information, ten days before class started but only a few days before my departure. Maybe this could be available sooner."
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8. Nov. 2010
Giovanni (40 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
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"The host family was wonderful! The staff in Lucca is comprised of really nice people, and the instructors are very good. The private lessons were the best part of the educational experience."
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
"I would recommend staying with a host family that speaks Italian so that you can capitalize on every learning opportunity. Try to stay away from people that want to revert back to their native languages so that you are forced to live and think in Italian."
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11. Oct. 2010
Rachel (31 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 4 weeks
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"Friendly staff and excellent teachers means that there is a great atmosphere and of course Lucca is a wonderful city."
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29. Sep. 2010
Maïdo (69 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeksOverall rating
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"Participate as much as possible to the proposed activities."
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Albergo Puccini - 3-star Hotel
17. May. 2010
Chiara (66 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 3 weeks
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"Our teacher, Elisa, was exceptional. The level in which I was placed was perfect. Enjoyed the other students."
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"Get a good map as the streets inside the wall can be a bit confusing."
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26. Apr. 2010
Stefan (45 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeksOverall rating
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"It's great to live within the city walls."
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Shared Apartment
5. Apr. 2010
Penelope (68 years) United Kingdom Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
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"Excellent Teaching and materials"
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"Excellent and committed staff"
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29. Nov. 2009
Harvinder (29 years) United Kingdom Course: Italian Language & Culture - 9 weeks
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"Only the first 2 weeks"
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28. Aug. 2009
Els (40 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeksOverall rating
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"Its small and they are friendly"
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"I find it a nice way to go on vacation alone. You meet a lot of people and you learn some italian.rn"
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6. Jun. 2009
Fiona (49 years) United Kingdom Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
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"The teachers are outstanding, the organisation exceptional and the additional cultural activities excellent"
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22. Apr. 2009
Els (40 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 weekOverall rating
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"It's little and cosy"
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8. Apr. 2009
Lydia (49 years) United Kingdom Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
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"Good teachers"
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6. Jun. 2008
Fiona (48 years) United Kingdom Course: Combined Intensive Course (20 Group + 10 Individual) - 1 week
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"The staff - friendly, professional and first rate teachers"
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"The methods used ensure that students make a lot of progress, build their confidence and also learn about Italian life and culture. I can't praise the staf highly enough - they are outstanding."
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19. Feb. 2024
Erik Johan (68 years) Norway Course: Italian Language & Culture - 3 weeks
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3. Jul. 2019
Sandra (72 years) Australia Course: Italian Language & Culture - 12 weeks
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"Koine is a great school in a beautiful hill town. I loved their emphasis on mastering spoken Italian and the class activities were interesting and varied. The teachers were great, the atmosphere relaxed and friendly. I have no reservations in recommending their short program. I was staying 3 months and because of relatively few long term students we were combined with the short program which inevitably led to repetition of classwork and excursions. Otherwise perfect and I would love to return."
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1. May. 2017
Chantal Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 weekOverall rating
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"Very good reception and classrooms in good condition. However, despite a previous interview, I found myself in a group where pedagogy was based exclusively on successive exchanges in mini-groups. This did not answer my needs in language, grammar, and vocabulary, because we spoke without being corrected, therefore without being able to progress. Interesting texts and videos but no verification of meaning by the teacher. For having followed a very constructive week in Bologna last year, this one was disappointing. Very good contact with LanguageCourse and Lola Morel."
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20. Oct. 2025
Guri Norway Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
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26. May. 2025
Hedwig Course: Combined Intensive Course (20 Group + 5 Individual) - 1 week
Course: Combined Intensive Course (20 Group + 5 Individual) - 1 weekOverall rating
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3. Sep. 2024
Brigitte (59 years) Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeksOverall rating
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22. Feb. 2024
Hilde Norway Course: Italian Language & Culture - 3 weeks
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29. Jan. 2024
Stefan Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
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3. Oct. 2023
Anja Netherlands Course: Italian Language & Culture - 2 weeks
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19. Sep. 2023
Fontaine Course: Combined Intensive Course (20 Group + 5 Individual) - 2 weeks
Course: Combined Intensive Course (20 Group + 5 Individual) - 2 weeksOverall rating
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24. Aug. 2023
Mette Denmark Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
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5. Sep. 2022
Monique Netherlands Course: Italian Language & Culture - 1 week
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Quality of teaching / language progress
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