Best Italian Courses In New York Near Me

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4worldlovers: Want to immerse yourself into the Italian language, heritage and culture? Collina Italiana has the learning experience you're looking for. Get close to the Bella Lingua of Italy!

We offer group classes, private lessons, CELI Certification and unique Italian cultural events for the entire family.

Beginner? Practically native speaker? Our classes aim to connect you with the rich Italian heritage — language, food, travel and atmosphere.

Calling all bambini! Our approach for children makes learning fun. They love our method, and have the opportunity to meet other young language learners.

We were the first Italian language school on the East Coast to offer comprehensive CELI testing and tutoring, and we are proud of that! Find out how we can help you get certified.

Speaking the language is only part of the experience at Collina Italiana. We also offer an extensive list of cultural events to help you better understand the people of Italy and their culture.

Not sure where to start? Discover our programs above or click to take the quiz. We’ll assess your level and provide you with our recommendation.

For the past 17 years, we’ve developed in-person and online classes that offer a unique Italian learning experience. We make it easy for students from ages 2 – 99 to enrich their knowledge of Italian language, art, and heritage through personalized courses.

Named by Timeout New York as one of the best places to learn a language, and the only Italian school listed in New York City.

Collina Italiana isn’t just a school—it’s a feeling. A warm and inviting setting that you’ll soon call your second home.

Every student truly becomes part of our family, and part of a community where needs and expectations are met and fulfilled. Teachers and staff are dedicated to each student at all times.

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Students begin at Elementary 1. If you believe you have a higher level based on prior classroom study, exposure to the language through family, or time spent in Italy, please feel free to take a 20-minute online placement test (click here). You will receive the test within 2 business days. The $25 fee is applicable towards tuition at the time of enrollment.

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I have taken Italian lessons from Speakitaly for several years. It is a fabulous group of teachers who work hard at providing great instruction while making learning fun. I recommend Speakitaly without any hesitation. You won’t be disappointed.

I have been studying with Riccardo Costa for over a year now. Having had several Italian instructors previously, I can finally say that I’m in the hands of a true teacher. Riccardo is organized, thoughtful, firm when needed, and always makes the teaching session lively and interesting. His command of the English language is excellent; he understands nuance and instructs students how to transfer that to Italian. My Italian has markedly improved under his guidance and tutelage. I cannot recommend him highly enough.

My 5+ years studying with SpeakItaly were excellent and good value. I learned a lot, had fun and made some new friends. All my teachers were excellent. I will most likely return someday.

Speakitaly has been assisting our family many years now. First for my son to learn Italian, getting their Italian passports appts fast tracked, and then for myself, helping me through the process to get my on citizenship through marriage. Maria Rafaella is well informed and very helpful through all stages. I have loved all the teachers we have been in contact with. Tiziana especially is incredibly patient, warm and wise. I thank Speakitaly for their expertise and efficiency navigating all the ups and downs for our Italo-Americano famiglia. Grazie Mille !

Super satisfied with the awesome translation services provided by Speakitaly. Raffaella was professional, supportive, extremely communicative and responsive throughout the whole process. I highly recommend SpeakItaly!

They coached my spouse to prepare him for the mandatory Italian language test for Italian citizenship applicants. He passed it with flying colors. Couldn’t be happier for the service received and any prouder for my husband’s achievement.

I used them for translation services (English to Italian) of official documents and couldn’t be more satisfied. Not only was the work done well but they were finished 2 days earlier than promised. Very easy to work with, fair pricing and gentilissima!! Recommend highly.

Learning Italian has never been easier. Speakitaly NYC with over 15 years of Language Teaching Experience will guide you all along, from learning grammar, passing through listening and pronunciation, to making you a fluent speaker.

Speakitaly NYC comes from the love for Italy. Raffaella, the founder, has always believed in the power of communication to get to know other cultures and discover new ways of thinking. She raised Speakitaly to take the learning experience to another level, creating a safe space to learn and share. We are a community, and this is what really sets us apart from other language institutes. Raffaella works every day to develop key approaches that help students go from a novice to a proficiency level.

Uno, due, tre… Have you ever wanted to learn another language and don’t feel like a fish out of water when discovering another country? That is what our founder Raffaella Galliani always had in her heart since she was a young learner, and this is why Speakitaly exists.

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