Private Italian 1-to-1 (10 lessons a week)
The Italian Academy · Siracusa, Italy
From €307.20 per week
- Course days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Maximum class size: 10
- School admin. fee: €59.00
- Average number of students: 6
- Lesson duration: 45 minutes
- Course materials: Included
- Course certificate: Yes
- Qualifications: CILS (Certificazione di Italiano come Lingua Straniera)
- Levels: Beginner, Elementary - Level A1, Pre-Intermediate - Level A2, Intermediate - Level B1, Upper Intermediate - Level B2, Advanced - Level C1, Proficient - Level C2
Private Italian lessons with your own teacher, 10 lessons a week (lessons of 45 minutes), adapted to your level and goals. Lessons take place at the school in Siracusa. A one-time service fee of EUR 59 applies.
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About the school
• 30 years experience. Accredited by the MIUR, Italian Ministry of Education. • Highly qualified teachers. • Centrally located, modern premises • WIFI and air-conditioning throughout, media centre and computer lab • Rich program of excursions and cultural activities • 24/7 student support • Optional Tandem language exchange program with local students • CILS and DITALS (University of Siena Certification of Italian for students and teachers) preparation and examination centre . Siracusa: Located on the south-eastern coast of Sicily, Siracusa is a lively, modern city bursting with history and charm. It is short-listed as world heritage site by UNESCO, a treasure trove awaiting to be explored!
About the school: The Italian Academy
Number of classrooms: 7
Average nº of student per classroom: 6
Minimum student age: 16
Placement test on the first day: ✓
Distance from the airport: 50 km.
Closest airport: Catania
Year the school opened: 1984
School opening times: 8:30 - 21:00
Facilities
After class/extra curricular seminars · Audio learning · Car parking · Computer room · Cultural trips · Disabled facilities · Eating area · Elevator · Fax service · Free internet access · Internet WIFI · Library · Printing service · Self study material · Social activities · Student room · Study room · Table games · Tea / Coffee
Student information
Our courses:
All year round General Italian courses, structured in line with the Common European Framework. All levels from A1 to C2. Unique range of focused Italian+ courses: “Food and Wine”, “History, Myths and Culture” and “The Sicilian Adventure”. Long term options available, including academic electives in archaeology, history, history of art and Italian literature.
Our teaching method:
Based on the communicative approach. Classes focus on developing the 4 language skills, with emphasis placed on interactive communication and an attentive analysis of each student’s needs. Topics covered in class are closely related to the rich program of activities.
Terms & Conditions: The Italian Academy
- Services must be paid in full 30 days before the course starts in order to complete the enrolment and secure a place in the course and/or accommodation.
- Students must be 16 years of age or over
Cancellation policy
- The cancellation needs to be communicated in writing to the school by the person who booked the course.
- Where a cancellation is received 30 days after enrolment there will be no refund.
- The registration fee is non-refundable.
- After a course has started there is no refund for any accommodation or other item booked.
- If a student is absent for one or more weeks at a time, arrangements can be made for the course duration to be extended at no extra cost.
Refund policy
- Bookings may be cancelled up to 4 weeks prior to commencement of the course without penalty or fee
- registration fee
- If a course is cancelled between 1 and 14 days before the start date the following charges will apply:
- registration fee
- 1 week tuition
- 1 week accommodation
Visa refusal
- If an entry visa is not granted and the School is informed more than days before the start date, the following charges will apply:
- registration fee
Other terms
Please view the updated Terms & Conditions version on our website.
Accommodation
- from €190/weekIndependent ApartmentApartmentStudents per room: 2 · Board: Self Service · Minimum age: 18 · Accommodation type: Apartment · Conditions: Only available to 2 students booking together. · Distance from school: 10 minutes walking · Facilities: Balcony, Bed linen, Central location, Close to local amenities, Cooking facilities, Furnished to the highest standards, Garden, Hairdryer, Heating, Hob/Oven and Extractor, Internet access, Iron, Keys given on arrival, Kitchen, Near the School, Public transport near, Refrigerator, Seating Area, Soundproofed Rooms, Tea/Coffee Maker, Towels, TV, Washing Machine, Work Desk
Our students may choose to stay with a local host family, in a single or shared apartment or in a Bed & Breakfast, as well as in any of the full range of local hotels which Siracusa has to offer.
All the accommodation options listed on our website are of a high standard and are regularly inspected by our accommodation staff.
Accommodation is generally booked from Sunday to Sunday, should you wish to book any different interval of days simply let us know!
- Italian Host FamilyHost familyStudents per room: 1 · Board: Half board · Minimum age: 16 · Accommodation type: Host Family · Distance from school: 5 minutes walking · Facilities: Air Conditioning, Balcony, Bed linen, Cable TV, Car parking, Central location, Close to local amenities, Cooking facilities, Dishwasher, Elevator, Furnished to the highest standards, Hairdryer, Heating, Hob/Oven and Extractor, Internet access, Iron, Keys given on arrival, Kitchen, Maid service weekly, Microwave, Near the School, Open plan kitchen, Phone, Public transport near, Radio, Refrigerator, Safety Deposit Box, Satellite TV, Seating Area, Soundproofed Rooms, Swimming Pool, Tea/Coffee Maker, Towels, TV, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, Washing Machine, Wireless (WIFI) Internet, Work Deskfrom €290/week
Full-immersion experience. Friendly hosts and comfortable apartments.
- Single room in Homestay with breakfastHost familyStudents per room: 1 · Board: Breakfast · Minimum age: 16 · Accommodation type: Host Family · Distance from school: 5 minutes walking · Facilities: Air Conditioning, Balcony, Bed linen, Cable TV, Car parking, Central location, Close to local amenities, Cooking facilities, Dishwasher, Elevator, Furnished to the highest standards, Hairdryer, Heating, Hob/Oven and Extractor, Internet access, Iron, Keys given on arrival, Kitchen, Maid service weekly, Microwave, Near the School, Open plan kitchen, Phone, Public transport near, Radio, Refrigerator, Safety Deposit Box, Satellite TV, Seating Area, Soundproofed Rooms, Swimming Pool, Tea/Coffee Maker, Towels, TV, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, Washing Machine, Wireless (WIFI) Internet, Work Deskfrom €220/week
Single room with an Italian host family in Siracusa, breakfast included. Weekly price: 250 EUR for 1-3 weeks, 240 EUR for 4-7 weeks, 230 EUR for 8-11 weeks, 220 EUR for 12 weeks or more. Second guest from 70 EUR per week.
Prices
Price list from 12 Nov 2026
| Weeks | Total | Per week |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | €320.00 | €320.00 |
| 2 | €640.00 | €320.00 |
| 3 | €960.00 | €320.00 |
| 4 | €1,280.00 | €320.00 |
| 5 | €1,600.00 | €320.00 |
| 6 | €1,920.00 | €320.00 |
| 7 | €2,240.00 | €320.00 |
| 8 | €2,560.00 | €320.00 |
| 9 | €2,880.00 | €320.00 |
| 10 | €3,200.00 | €320.00 |
| 11 | €3,520.00 | €320.00 |
| 12 | €3,840.00 | €320.00 |
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