Kids & Teens programs

Empower your kids to shape their future

Our online children's classes are designed to introduce them to Italian sounds and everyday vocabulary.
These classes promote an engaging learning experience centered around a child's daily life, incorporating songs, movements, arts and crafts, and storytelling.
Our passionate teachers are dedicated to creating a positive, engaging, and fun online environment to facilitate your child's learning journey.

The Programs
2-4 years old
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In these classes, toddlers will be immersed in Italian sounds and everyday vocabulary through a variety of sensory activities that are designed for very young children. 

Classes are open to toddlers who are approaching Italian for the first time as well as those who are growing up in an Italian-speaking family.

The activities, and consequent contacts and interactions, can promote child and parent bonding.

One parent or caregiver must attend class with the child.

MATERIALS: Some printouts available for purchase + notebook and colors

AVAILABLE CLASSES
Dates
Day/time
Teacher
Price
Nov 7 to Dec 12
T 3:00 - 3:30 pm PST
Teacher: Francesca (ONLINE)
$50/course
4-7 years old
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In these classes, children will reinforce their vocabulary and exposure to Italian sounds and everyday words through a variety of activities that include tracing, coloring, singing, and crafting. 

Classes are open to children who are approaching Italian for the first time as well as those who are growing up in an Italian-speaking family.

 

The activities, and consequent contacts and interactions, can promote child and parent bonding.

One parent or caregiver must be in the same room with the child.

MATERIALS: Some printouts available for purchase + notebook and colors

AVAILABLE CLASSES
Dates
Day/time
Teacher
Price
Nov 8 to Dec 13
W 4:00 - 4:30 pm PST
Teacher: Francesca (ONLINE)
$50/course
8-10 years old
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In these classes, children will reinforce their vocabulary and exposure to Italian everyday vocabulary and sentences through a variety of activities that include reading, writing, coloring, and crafting. 

Classes are recommended for kids who are learning Italian as a second language and are not growing up in an Italian-speaking family.

One parent or caregiver is encouraged to be in the same room with the child.

MATERIALS: Notebook and colors

AVAILABLE CLASSES
Dates
Day/time
Teacher
Price
Nov 7 to Dec 12
T 4:00 - 4:30 pm PST
Teacher: Francesca (ONLINE)
$50/course
10-13 years old
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In these classes, kids will reinforce their vocabulary and exposure to Italian everyday vocabulary and sentences through a variety of activities that include reading, and writing, using games, videos and other fun interactive activities

Classes are recommended for kids who are learning Italian as a second language and are not growing up in an Italian-speaking family.

One parent or caregiver is encouraged to be in the same room with the child.

MATERIALS: Notebook and colors

AVAILABLE CLASSES
Dates
Day/time
Teacher
Price
Nov 7 to Dec 12
T 4:30 - 5:15 pm
Teacher: Francesca (ONLINE)
$75/course
Teens
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Our teacher Francesca will work passionately to deliver top-notch classes in a fun and engaging way.

She will promote interactions in Italian while role-playing daily activities to encourage her High School students to speak and spark their creativity. The goal of this course is to improve communication and comprehension thanks to a fun curriculum, engaging activities and games, and a positive teaching philosophy.

To increase exposure, classes are taught in Italian as much as possible.

OBJECTIVES MAIN VOCABULARY SUPPORTING STRUCTURES
  • Greet someone
  • Introduce themselves, and others
  • Ask and answer simple questions
  • Say what is there around them and talk about people’s belongings
  • Describe themselves and others
  • The Alphabet
  • Greetings Numbers
  • Countries and nationalities
  • Wh question words
  • Days, months, and seasons of the year
  • Some nouns (e.g. school objects, family members, animals and pets)
  • Some adjectives (colors, emotions, basic descriptions)
  • Verbs: chiamarsi, essere and avere with their uses
  • Nouns and adjectives gender and number
  • Introduction to indefinite articles and agreement
  • c’è and ci sono

Students will be able to:

  • Recognize and name letters of the alphabet
  • Recognize and name countries and nationalities
  • Greet people and identify greeting customs in different countries and related body language
  • Ask and answer simple questions: name, age, nationality…
  • Count up to the thousands
  • Introduce themselves and others
  • Tell time and date
  • Make a list of objects they often use with c’è and ci sono

MATERIALS: notebook and pen

AVAILABLE CLASSES
Dates
Day/time
Teacher
Price
Sept 25 to Dec 4
M 4:00 - 5:00 pm PST
Teacher: Francesca (ONLINE)
$210/course
PRICE
$105 /30-minutes classes
$158 /45-minutes classes
$210 /1-hour classes
+ 10$ nonrefundable registration fee
DURATION
5-week courses, 1 meeting per week

Let our students speak for us!

IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Leslie Hughes
“What I like most about participating in a literature class with the Istituto is having classmates with whom to discuss our books. I like hearing their opinions and responding to them. Reading is a great pleasure of mine, but sharing a book makes reading an adventure. With a teacher guiding us we improve our language skills and become more self-confident expressing ourselves. I’m grateful for the opportunity!”
IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Dennis Abbe
“I have been taking classes at the SFIIS for years because, short of a long stay in Italy, it is the best way to maintain and improve my language skills. But more than that, I enjoy being with the other students and my instructor(s), many of whom are now good friends. In my class we read classic and contemporary Italian literature, and our instructor keeps us up to date on Italian culture and even politics. The experience on Zoom is almost as good as the in-person classes; Barbara is amazing in her use of the tools to run a lively, efficient, and fun class.”
IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Dede Heitman
“The SFIIS school offers the best, well rounded Italian languages classes in the Bay Area. With native speakers as teachers, the classes provide a comprehensive, natural and fun way of learning. Everyone feels welcome, no matter the level. The teachers are encouraging, entertaining and enthusiastic about their language and culture. As a bonus, I've made life-long friends through SFIIS classes. Please join our Italian language learning community!”
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October 11 - December 16

Parliamo Italiano

a group of friends laughing and laughing together.
Short conversation courses divided by levels.

Additional information

Short 5 weeks courses aimed at improving our students’ conversational skills on everyday topics.

Classes are 90 minutes long and are divided by level, for the Fall Term we offer the following options:

  • BEGINNERS – Saturday ONLINE from 10/14
  • INTERMEDIO – Thursday ONLINE from 10/12
  • PRE-AVANZATO – Wednesday ONLINE from 10/11
For additional information, please contact us via email at:
Parliamo Italiano Beginners
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AVAILABLE CLASSES
Dates
Day/time
Teacher
Oct 14 to Nov 11
SA 10:00-11:30 am PST
Teacher: Mattia (ONLINE)
Parliamo Italiano Intermedio
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AVAILABLE CLASSES
Dates
Day/time
Teacher
Oct 12 to Nov 9
TH 5:00 - 6:30 pm PST
Teacher: Jimmy (ONLINE)
Parliamo Italiano Pre-Avanzato
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AVAILABLE CLASSES
Dates
Day/time
Teacher
Oct 11 to Nov 8
W 6:00 - 7:30 pm PST
Teacher: Mattia (ONLINE)
PRICE
$170/pers
+ 10$ nonrefundable registration fee
DURATION

Options of classes:

  • BEGINNERS – Saturday ONLINE from 10/14
  • INTERMEDIO – Thursday ONLINE from 10/12
  • PRE-AVANZATO – Wednesday ONLINE from 10/11

Let our students speak for us!

IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Leslie Hughes
“What I like most about participating in a literature class with the Istituto is having classmates with whom to discuss our books. I like hearing their opinions and responding to them. Reading is a great pleasure of mine, but sharing a book makes reading an adventure. With a teacher guiding us we improve our language skills and become more self-confident expressing ourselves. I’m grateful for the opportunity!”
IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Dennis Abbe
“I have been taking classes at the SFIIS for years because, short of a long stay in Italy, it is the best way to maintain and improve my language skills. But more than that, I enjoy being with the other students and my instructor(s), many of whom are now good friends. In my class we read classic and contemporary Italian literature, and our instructor keeps us up to date on Italian culture and even politics. The experience on Zoom is almost as good as the in-person classes; Barbara is amazing in her use of the tools to run a lively, efficient, and fun class.”
IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Dede Heitman
“The SFIIS school offers the best, well rounded Italian languages classes in the Bay Area. With native speakers as teachers, the classes provide a comprehensive, natural and fun way of learning. Everyone feels welcome, no matter the level. The teachers are encouraging, entertaining and enthusiastic about their language and culture. As a bonus, I've made life-long friends through SFIIS classes. Please join our Italian language learning community!”
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October 13 - December 15

Venerdi’ Letterario

a person sitting on a couch holding a book.
2 and a half hours of reading and conversation on a book, like a most typical Literary Club.

Additional information

Venerdi’ Letterario is a special class we have created with Mattia, focused on enjoying reading and discussing the contents of a book, including its linguistic and grammatical aspects, most likely as a typical Literary Club.

During this class, Mattia will enjoy with his students the reading of a book and guide a discussion on its contents and connection to the Italian culture. 

In the Fall Term you will read the book by Fabienne Agliardi “Appetricchio”.

 

  • Fridays 10:30 am – 1:00 pm PST

 

Textbook:Nuovo Contatto C1

Nuovo contatto. Corso di lingua e civiltà italiana per stranieri. Live – Libreria Pino

 

Reading book: “Appetricchio”, Fabienne Agliardi

Appetricchio – Fabienne Agliardi – Libro – Fazi – Le strade | IBS

 

For additional information, please contact us via email at:
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PRICE
$435/pers
+ 10$ nonrefundable registration fee
DURATION

2 and a half hours

HOURS
Fridays 10:30 am - 1:00 pm PST
WHERE
Via Zoom

Let our students speak for us!

IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Leslie Hughes
“What I like most about participating in a literature class with the Istituto is having classmates with whom to discuss our books. I like hearing their opinions and responding to them. Reading is a great pleasure of mine, but sharing a book makes reading an adventure. With a teacher guiding us we improve our language skills and become more self-confident expressing ourselves. I’m grateful for the opportunity!”
IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Dennis Abbe
“I have been taking classes at the SFIIS for years because, short of a long stay in Italy, it is the best way to maintain and improve my language skills. But more than that, I enjoy being with the other students and my instructor(s), many of whom are now good friends. In my class we read classic and contemporary Italian literature, and our instructor keeps us up to date on Italian culture and even politics. The experience on Zoom is almost as good as the in-person classes; Barbara is amazing in her use of the tools to run a lively, efficient, and fun class.”
IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Dede Heitman
“The SFIIS school offers the best, well rounded Italian languages classes in the Bay Area. With native speakers as teachers, the classes provide a comprehensive, natural and fun way of learning. Everyone feels welcome, no matter the level. The teachers are encouraging, entertaining and enthusiastic about their language and culture. As a bonus, I've made life-long friends through SFIIS classes. Please join our Italian language learning community!”
An authentic learning experience
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October 13 - December 15

A spasso per l’Italia

a woman in a hat is looking at a map.
2 and a half hours of conversation and discovery of an Italian Region and its features.

Additional information

Gianna will guide you in a journey of discovery of Italy, focusing each Term on a different Region.

This term you will read the book “Odore di chiuso” by Marco Malvaldi, through which you will learn more about the Italian Region Tuscany. 

The reading and short tube videos will inspire you to discuss and learn about that region and explore current Italian issues as well.

You will also revise some grammar topics, starting from the conversation that the book and videos will inspire.

 

  • Fridays 10:30 am – 1:00 pm PST

 

Reading book: “Odore di chiuso”, Marco Malvaldi

Odore di chiuso – Libreria Pino

For additional information, please contact us via email at:
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PRICE
$435/pers
+ 10$ nonrefundable registration fee
DURATION

2 and a half hours

HOURS
Fridays 10:30 am - 1:00 pm PST
WHERE
Via Zoom

Let our students speak for us!

IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Leslie Hughes
“What I like most about participating in a literature class with the Istituto is having classmates with whom to discuss our books. I like hearing their opinions and responding to them. Reading is a great pleasure of mine, but sharing a book makes reading an adventure. With a teacher guiding us we improve our language skills and become more self-confident expressing ourselves. I’m grateful for the opportunity!”
IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Dennis Abbe
“I have been taking classes at the SFIIS for years because, short of a long stay in Italy, it is the best way to maintain and improve my language skills. But more than that, I enjoy being with the other students and my instructor(s), many of whom are now good friends. In my class we read classic and contemporary Italian literature, and our instructor keeps us up to date on Italian culture and even politics. The experience on Zoom is almost as good as the in-person classes; Barbara is amazing in her use of the tools to run a lively, efficient, and fun class.”
IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Dede Heitman
“The SFIIS school offers the best, well rounded Italian languages classes in the Bay Area. With native speakers as teachers, the classes provide a comprehensive, natural and fun way of learning. Everyone feels welcome, no matter the level. The teachers are encouraging, entertaining and enthusiastic about their language and culture. As a bonus, I've made life-long friends through SFIIS classes. Please join our Italian language learning community!”
An authentic learning experience
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October 09 - December 11

Caffe’ Corretto

an open book and a cup of coffee on a table.
2 hours of reading, speaking and conversation at an advanced level, to enjoy speaking Italian as if you were having a cup of coffee with your Italian friends.

Additional information

Caffè corretto is a special class we have created with Mattia, focused on making learning Italian as easy as possible, like drinking a cup of coffee.  ​

During this class, Mattia will help his students to achieve the goal of reading, speaking and having a conversation about a famous Italian book. In the Fall Term you will read the book by Antonio Manzini “Fate in vostro gioco”.

 

  • Mondays 11:00am – 1:00 pm PST

 

Textbook:Caccia ai Tesori”, Antonella Filippone and Sandra Radicchio

Caccia ai tesori. B1-C1. Con CD-ROM – Libreria Pino

 

Reading book: “Fate in vostro gioco”, Antonio Manzini

Fate il vostro gioco – Libreria Pino

For additional information, please contact us via email at:
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PRICE
$400/pers
+ 10$ nonrefundable registration fee
DURATION

2 hours

HOURS
Mondays 11:00 am - 1:00 pm PST
WHERE
In person

Let our students speak for us!

IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Leslie Hughes
“What I like most about participating in a literature class with the Istituto is having classmates with whom to discuss our books. I like hearing their opinions and responding to them. Reading is a great pleasure of mine, but sharing a book makes reading an adventure. With a teacher guiding us we improve our language skills and become more self-confident expressing ourselves. I’m grateful for the opportunity!”
IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Dennis Abbe
“I have been taking classes at the SFIIS for years because, short of a long stay in Italy, it is the best way to maintain and improve my language skills. But more than that, I enjoy being with the other students and my instructor(s), many of whom are now good friends. In my class we read classic and contemporary Italian literature, and our instructor keeps us up to date on Italian culture and even politics. The experience on Zoom is almost as good as the in-person classes; Barbara is amazing in her use of the tools to run a lively, efficient, and fun class.”
IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Dede Heitman
“The SFIIS school offers the best, well rounded Italian languages classes in the Bay Area. With native speakers as teachers, the classes provide a comprehensive, natural and fun way of learning. Everyone feels welcome, no matter the level. The teachers are encouraging, entertaining and enthusiastic about their language and culture. As a bonus, I've made life-long friends through SFIIS classes. Please join our Italian language learning community!”
An authentic learning experience
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October 12 - December 07

Leggiamo Insieme

a man sitting on a couch holding a book.
You will read along with your classmates high Italian literature novels, written by renowned Italian novelists, discussing their main points exclusively in Italian, under the guidance of your expert teacher Martina.

Additional information

You will read along with your classmates high Italian literature novels, written by renowned Italian novelists, discussing their main points exclusively in Italian, under the guidance of your expert teacher Martina.

During the Fall Term you will read the famous novel by Andrea De Carlo “Due di Due”.

 

Book: “Due di Due”, written by Andrea De Carlo

 

Level: Avanzato.

For additional information, please contact us via email at:
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PRICE
$165/pers
+ 10$ nonrefundable registration fee
DURATION

Thursdays from 10/12 to 12/07 (8 classes)

HOURS
11:00am - 12:00pm PST
WHERE
Via Zoom

Let our students speak for us!

IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Leslie Hughes
“What I like most about participating in a literature class with the Istituto is having classmates with whom to discuss our books. I like hearing their opinions and responding to them. Reading is a great pleasure of mine, but sharing a book makes reading an adventure. With a teacher guiding us we improve our language skills and become more self-confident expressing ourselves. I’m grateful for the opportunity!”
IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Dennis Abbe
“I have been taking classes at the SFIIS for years because, short of a long stay in Italy, it is the best way to maintain and improve my language skills. But more than that, I enjoy being with the other students and my instructor(s), many of whom are now good friends. In my class we read classic and contemporary Italian literature, and our instructor keeps us up to date on Italian culture and even politics. The experience on Zoom is almost as good as the in-person classes; Barbara is amazing in her use of the tools to run a lively, efficient, and fun class.”
IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Dede Heitman
“The SFIIS school offers the best, well rounded Italian languages classes in the Bay Area. With native speakers as teachers, the classes provide a comprehensive, natural and fun way of learning. Everyone feels welcome, no matter the level. The teachers are encouraging, entertaining and enthusiastic about their language and culture. As a bonus, I've made life-long friends through SFIIS classes. Please join our Italian language learning community!”
An authentic learning experience
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January 30

Grammar workshop

a scrabble of scrabble letters spelling out the word's word.
The workshop is held by our teacher Francesca Lorenzon and is intended to teach what a pronoun is and its different types and uses in the Italian language.

Additional information

What is a pronoun and specifically what does it mean object pronoun? What’s the difference between direct and indirect object? And between tonic and atonic form? When do I use them and in which position?

Let’s Get It Right! ON MONDAY, JANUARY 30TH FROM 6 PM TO 7.30 PM, via Zoom with our teacher Francesca, we will learn how to use Pronouns correctly.

All levels are welcome.

For additional information, please contact us via email at:
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PRICE
$45/pers
+ 10$ nonrefundable registration fee
DURATION

1 single class

HOURS
6:00 - 7:30 pm
WHERE
Via Zoom

Let our students speak for us!

IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Leslie Hughes
“What I like most about participating in a literature class with the Istituto is having classmates with whom to discuss our books. I like hearing their opinions and responding to them. Reading is a great pleasure of mine, but sharing a book makes reading an adventure. With a teacher guiding us we improve our language skills and become more self-confident expressing ourselves. I’m grateful for the opportunity!”
IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Dennis Abbe
“I have been taking classes at the SFIIS for years because, short of a long stay in Italy, it is the best way to maintain and improve my language skills. But more than that, I enjoy being with the other students and my instructor(s), many of whom are now good friends. In my class we read classic and contemporary Italian literature, and our instructor keeps us up to date on Italian culture and even politics. The experience on Zoom is almost as good as the in-person classes; Barbara is amazing in her use of the tools to run a lively, efficient, and fun class.”
IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Dede Heitman
“The SFIIS school offers the best, well rounded Italian languages classes in the Bay Area. With native speakers as teachers, the classes provide a comprehensive, natural and fun way of learning. Everyone feels welcome, no matter the level. The teachers are encouraging, entertaining and enthusiastic about their language and culture. As a bonus, I've made life-long friends through SFIIS classes. Please join our Italian language learning community!”
An authentic learning experience
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January 19 - February 16

Writing workshop

a person writing on a piece of paper with a pen.
The workshop is held by our teacher Valentina Medda and is intended to learn how to write Italian expressions in daily situations.

Additional information

With our teacher Valentina, students will practice writing in Italian, in a variety of situations and communicative registers. From reserving a table at a restaurant to congratulating a colleague on a job success, from the letter accompanying a CV to a complaint about a malfunction. We will have the opportunity to use written words to describe, promote, sell, and conquer good writing ability, putting ourselves to the test in a relaxed and stimulating environment!

For additional information, please contact us via email at:
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PRICE
$125/pers
+ 10$ nonrefundable registration fee
DURATION

A package of 3 lessons: January 19th, February 2nd and February 16th

HOURS
6:00 - 8:00 pm
WHERE
Via Zoom

Let our students speak for us!

IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Leslie Hughes
“What I like most about participating in a literature class with the Istituto is having classmates with whom to discuss our books. I like hearing their opinions and responding to them. Reading is a great pleasure of mine, but sharing a book makes reading an adventure. With a teacher guiding us we improve our language skills and become more self-confident expressing ourselves. I’m grateful for the opportunity!”
IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Dennis Abbe
“I have been taking classes at the SFIIS for years because, short of a long stay in Italy, it is the best way to maintain and improve my language skills. But more than that, I enjoy being with the other students and my instructor(s), many of whom are now good friends. In my class we read classic and contemporary Italian literature, and our instructor keeps us up to date on Italian culture and even politics. The experience on Zoom is almost as good as the in-person classes; Barbara is amazing in her use of the tools to run a lively, efficient, and fun class.”
IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Dede Heitman
“The SFIIS school offers the best, well rounded Italian languages classes in the Bay Area. With native speakers as teachers, the classes provide a comprehensive, natural and fun way of learning. Everyone feels welcome, no matter the level. The teachers are encouraging, entertaining and enthusiastic about their language and culture. As a bonus, I've made life-long friends through SFIIS classes. Please join our Italian language learning community!”
An authentic learning experience
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Set of 8 classes dedicated to the simulation of the actual test sections, as you are going to do during the official test.

Each class is stand-alone and can be purchased singularly or as a package.

New Simulations coming soon. 

Additional Information

Set of 8 classes dedicated to the simulation of the actual test sections, as you are going to do during the official test. Each class is stand-alone and can be purchased singularly or as a package.

Package of 5 to 8 classes are available: 5% discount is applied, packages are nonrefundable.

These special classes are intended for applicants to the official test who would like to get familiar with the test material, instructions, timing and organization.

Each class is dedicated to one specific section test and applicants will simulate the test with the same instructions, material and timing.

Depending on the section each class will simulate between 1 and 2 times the same type of the test section.

The instructor will give you suggestions on how to handle the test and at the end of the class will correct your results and give you feedback on what to review and practice.
PRICE
$60
+ 10$ nonrefundable registration fee
DURATION
1 hour each class

New simulations coming soon.

Let our students speak for us!

IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Leslie Hughes
“What I like most about participating in a literature class with the Istituto is having classmates with whom to discuss our books. I like hearing their opinions and responding to them. Reading is a great pleasure of mine, but sharing a book makes reading an adventure. With a teacher guiding us we improve our language skills and become more self-confident expressing ourselves. I’m grateful for the opportunity!”
IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Dennis Abbe
“I have been taking classes at the SFIIS for years because, short of a long stay in Italy, it is the best way to maintain and improve my language skills. But more than that, I enjoy being with the other students and my instructor(s), many of whom are now good friends. In my class we read classic and contemporary Italian literature, and our instructor keeps us up to date on Italian culture and even politics. The experience on Zoom is almost as good as the in-person classes; Barbara is amazing in her use of the tools to run a lively, efficient, and fun class.”
IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Dede Heitman
“The SFIIS school offers the best, well rounded Italian languages classes in the Bay Area. With native speakers as teachers, the classes provide a comprehensive, natural and fun way of learning. Everyone feels welcome, no matter the level. The teachers are encouraging, entertaining and enthusiastic about their language and culture. As a bonus, I've made life-long friends through SFIIS classes. Please join our Italian language learning community!”
An authentic learning experience
SPEAK
ITALIAN
AND
LIVE
NEW
EXPERIENCES
3-hour class dedicated to the simulation of the actual test sections, as you are going to do during the official test.

New dates coming soon.

PRICE
$120
+ 10$ nonrefundable registration fee
DURATION
via Zoom
3-hour class

Let our students speak for us!

IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Leslie Hughes
“What I like most about participating in a literature class with the Istituto is having classmates with whom to discuss our books. I like hearing their opinions and responding to them. Reading is a great pleasure of mine, but sharing a book makes reading an adventure. With a teacher guiding us we improve our language skills and become more self-confident expressing ourselves. I’m grateful for the opportunity!”
IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Dennis Abbe
“I have been taking classes at the SFIIS for years because, short of a long stay in Italy, it is the best way to maintain and improve my language skills. But more than that, I enjoy being with the other students and my instructor(s), many of whom are now good friends. In my class we read classic and contemporary Italian literature, and our instructor keeps us up to date on Italian culture and even politics. The experience on Zoom is almost as good as the in-person classes; Barbara is amazing in her use of the tools to run a lively, efficient, and fun class.”
IL MIO POSTO FELICE!!!!
Dede Heitman
“The SFIIS school offers the best, well rounded Italian languages classes in the Bay Area. With native speakers as teachers, the classes provide a comprehensive, natural and fun way of learning. Everyone feels welcome, no matter the level. The teachers are encouraging, entertaining and enthusiastic about their language and culture. As a bonus, I've made life-long friends through SFIIS classes. Please join our Italian language learning community!”
An authentic learning experience
SPEAK
ITALIAN
AND
LIVE
NEW
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