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Centro Studi F.D. ELLCIMilan, Italy

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

43 students - overall rating
Via Niccolò Paganini 18 - 20131 Milan - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • Free excursions in Milan and surroundings.
  • Best rated school in Milan
  • Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 10% of students.
What we dislike about the school
  • Younger students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools.
  • Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 1%
18-24 years 41%
25-34 years 33%
35-50 years 16%
>50 years 9%

Location: Centro Studi F.D. ELLCI is located in the historic fashion capital of Italy, Milan. The school is situated a few steps from Corso Buenos Aires, one of the most important commercial zones of the city and has many cafés, eateries and green spaces surrounding it. The Loreto subway station is a 2-minute walk from the school, ensuring that attractions such as the Duomo Cathedral and the Sforzesco Castle are within a 15-minute journey of the school.

Course selection: The course selection of the school is extensive, ranging from General Italian courses, Italian for Business and Study Holiday programmes, to an array of Italian for University, Fashion, and Design and Music courses. There is something for every student, with programmes suitable for students of all levels. Senior, Evening and Weekend courses are also available.

School facilities: The facilities of the school are significant, offering students all that is required to reach their language goals in a motivated and friendly atmosphere. All classrooms have air conditioning and heating, with most having access to electronic whiteboards and ample natural light to create the optimal learning environment.

Accommodation: Accommodation in Homestay, Private Apartments, Private Studios in Residence, Residence and Hotels are all readily available throughout the year.

Additional information: With over 30 years of experience in teaching Italian to the highest of standards, Centro Studi F.D ELLCI regularly receives excellent feedback for the quality of their teachers, teaching methods and support.

Italian Courses

General Language
Online
Private
Business

Our prices for Centro Studi F.D. ELLCI include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
  • INCLUDED Paid assistance in finding flats for long-term students at 50€

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Student opinions about Centro Studi F.D. ELLCI, Milan

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Overall school rating of
Centro Studi F.D. ELLCI, Milan
43 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.8 

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Facilities
3.8 

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Social activities
3.8 

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Organisation
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.7 

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Value for money
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
3.8 

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
3.9 

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Other
3.0 

Rating: 3.0/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (3 ratings)
4.7 

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Students 18-30 years (14 ratings)
4.7 

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Students 31-49 years (10 ratings)
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Students 50+ years (15 ratings)
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
You could tell that the teachers knew the content well and that they prepared their lessons. They are flexible and they show interest for their students' progress. However, during the first 3 weeks there were quite a few new students and I had the feeling that we did not learn that much.
Review details
Other comments They should improve the organisation of the different levels so that new students don't slow everyone down.
Course: Standard Course - Morning - 4 weeks
Review date: 4. Mar. 2019 by Claudia Ricciulli
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Very nice and kind teachers and staff, well-organized transfer. Their secretary, Maori, supported me throughout the course, she was awake to write me at 3 am when I was going to take my plane. I liked the hosts of the apartment, they are very kind and helpful. Really miss you all.
Insider tip: Attend all tours, even if the weather is bad.
Review details
Other comments I loved it !!! And I can recommend it!!!
Course: Standard Course - Morning - 3 weeks
Review date: 1. Oct. 2017 by ANGELINA SIKRIER
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
I was impressed by the quality of the teaching. The teachers Emanuela and Brunella were very well prepared and structured the lessons well. Working in small groups in particular has brought me a lot.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: The course gave me a lot, especially learning together with others.
Course: Standard Course (20) - Morning - 1 week
Review date: 22. Apr. 2024 by Ulrich Waldbuesser
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The teacher Brumella is the strongest I have ever had (out of 4 teachers). Thank you very much to her. The rest of the course took place a comfortable environment, everything was fine.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: The study time (from 10 to 13) was fine with me.
Course: Standard Course (20) - Morning - 4 weeks
Review date: 11. Oct. 2024 by Mikhail Andriiakin
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Great teachers, big thanks to Georgia and Naomi for their patience. Great location 10 minutes from the train station. Will definitely be back.
Review details
Course: Standard Course (20) - Morning - 2 weeks
Review date: 5. Aug. 2024 by Nina Caroline Aigner
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The location is very good, and the teaching is also very interesting. I like Teacher Francesca very much.
Review details
Course: Standard Course (20) - Morning [Italian] - 16 weeks
Review date: 21. Apr. 2022 by Jingwen Li
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Friendly teacher and nice classmates, proximity to the city centre and good public transport connection
Review details
Course: Standard Course - Morning - 1 week
Review date: 23. Jun. 2014 by Mirko Barthauer
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The teachers are all very competent and helpful. The staff in the office is very friendly.
Insider tip: I would recommend not to take the beginners course without any prior knowledge. The level of teaching is very high.
Review details
Other comments What I didn't like was all the group work during the class. Otherwise, I felt very comfortable.
Course: Standard Course (20) - Morning - 2 weeks
Review date: 8. Aug. 2019 by Gabriele Hubel
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The other course participants and the commitment and methods of the two teachers.
Review details
Other comments The classroom on the lower floor was not very suitable.
Course: Standard Course in the morning - 1 week
Review date: 5. Sep. 2019 by Michael Sonne
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The fantastic quality of the teachers and guides and their patience.
Review details
Other comments We were not too happy about the accommodation even though it was, as promised, a flat with 2 separate bedrooms - fairly close to the school. The family itself (the father) was alright and polite. The flat was modern. The reason why we did not like it was because: - it was in a cellar with no view outside - the family, living upstairs (the owners) could be heard all the time as there was an open stairwell in one corner of the kitchen, so at times it was difficult to fall asleep because of their television.
Course: Courses for People Over 50 - 1 week
Review date: 21. Oct. 2014 by Mariann Fibiger
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Friendly welcome Group; most of the teachers are very good
Review details
Other comments One of the really competent teachers
Course: Intensive course (4 group hours + 2 individual hours per day) - 1 week
Review date: 22. Feb. 2016 by Nathalie Gustin
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Liked
A little bit of everything the teacher the friends
Review details
Other comments Good!
Course: Standard Course - Morning - 24 weeks
Review date: 3. Jul. 2014 by Kilciane Dos Santos Tavares
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Both teachers, Alessandra and Emanuela, were very good.
Insider tip: The campus accommodation is very good and near the school.
Review details
Other comments I would definitely return for more language tuition.
Course: Standard Course - Morning - 1 week
Review date: 11. Oct. 2016 by Vera Peiffer
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
A very competent teacher and the leisure activities
Insider tip: The additional offers in the afternoon to get to know Milan and surroundings outside the tourist paths
Review details
Course: Standard Course - Morning - 1 week
Review date: 18. Sep. 2017 by Elisabeth Jandke
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Motivating teachers, varied teaching methods
Disliked
Unfortunately there was no shared excursion as advertised
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: I didn't know I was going to be placed in an existing course. Learned quite a bit nevertheless! On the last day we only watched a film, which was a shame. The first day was cancelled due to illness, so learning time was shortened (but I had an individual lesson in return).
Course: Standard Course (20) - Morning - 1 week
Review date: 27. Apr. 2023 by Laura Witstruk
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The excellent, very nice teachers
Insider tip: You can learn more than you imagine, even in one week, when you have teachers like the ones a Centro Studi.
Review details
Other comments We will recommend you to other Danes interested in learning more Italian
Course: Courses for People Over 50 - 1 week
Review date: 23. Oct. 2014 by Margit Engsted
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The teachers were really great!
Disliked
The organisation was not above average. I would have liked to receive more information from the city or the opportunity to take conversation classes or excursions in the afternoon.
Review details
Course: Standard Course (20) - Morning [Italienisch] - 2 weeks
Review date: 24. Jul. 2023 by Sandra Hermann
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Good teachers, active classes
Insider tip: Additional private lessons recommended for short course duration
Review details
Other comments Tables and space are sparse
Course: Standard Course - Morning - 1 week
Review date: 21. Apr. 2014 by Heinz Zwahlen
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Creativity of teachers
Review details
Course: Standard Course - Morning [Итальянский] - 2 weeks
Review date: 12. Nov. 2018 by Elena Dorzhinova
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Good location.
Disliked
The quality of the lessons varies depending on the teacher.
Review details
Course: Standard Course (20) - Morning - 16 weeks
Review date: 25. Jul. 2024 by Gurak Jeong
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Teachers
Review details
Course: Standard Course - Morning - 3 weeks
Review date: 19. Feb. 2018 by Iuliia Buidova
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

Ratings of Centro Studi F.D. ELLCI compared to ratings of all schools in Italy

 Centro Studi F.D. ELLCI MilanAverage of all other schools in Italy
Overall school rating4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Location of the school4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Facilities3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Organisation4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Quality of teaching4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Value for money4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Homestay3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Shared flat3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Centro Studi F.D. ELLCI (ELLCI)

Accreditations and Quality seals
ISO 9000/9001EDUITALIALICETPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalRegione Lombardia
Italian teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:50
Student gender mix
33% male / 67% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Centro Studi F.D. ELLCI and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoPayPal - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
1988
Legal name/parent company
Centro Studi F.D. - ELLCI s.r.l. | Tax registration ID: IT06533930969

General school facilities

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Movie room

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 13
    • Number of public PC workstations: 1

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 90
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 120
Junior courses - In summer: 10
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 2
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 5
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Junior courses In summer: 2
Average age of students
In summer: 30 years
Throughout the year: 30 years

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
USA 8%
Brazil 7%
France 7%
Spain 4%
China 2%
Venezuela 2%
Israel 2%
Turkey 2%
Switzerland 2%
Korea 2%
Chile 2%
Sweden 2%
Netherlands 2%
England 2%
Germany 2%
Japan 1%
Saudi Arabia 1%
Other nationalities 50%

Information for all courses offered by Centro Studi F.D. ELLCI

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
80.00 €
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Comments about courses

Inscription fee for courses of 1 to 2 weeks: EUR 40.

Transfer from Milan Orio al Serio Airport: EUR 120 one way.
Transfer from Trainstation Milan: EUR 30 one way.

Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 48 €. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024 - 06 Jan 2024, 24 Apr 2024 - 25 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 02 Jun 2024, 09 Aug 2024 - 19 Aug 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 21 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 06 Jan 2025, 20 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 25 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 01 Nov 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via email.
Lessons needed per Italian language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

Milano Malpensa Airport:
120 € one way
240 € return (both ways)
Milano Linate Airport:
50 € one way
100 € return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Linate (LIN).
More details about airports near Milan and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Milan page. For flight comparisons to Milan, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Visa Documents

Nationals from Singapore do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
60 €
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Ballet3 km
Cooking1 km
Dancing1 km
Ice Hockey2 km
Music4 km
Skiing70 km
Swimming-
Table Tennis1 km
Tennis2 km
Yoga1 km

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Guided tours and workshops. Activities are free, except for tickets for public transport and/or entrance fees to museums/exhibitions. A minimum number of participants needs to confirm the activities.

Adults - Paid activities

Excursions to:
- Duomo (cathedral) and Vittorio Emanuele arcade,
- Scala Theater & Museum,
- Castello Sforzesco,
- Da Vinci’s “Ultima Cena” and Santa Maria delle Grazie church,
- Art galleries,
- Outdoor Street Markets,
- Fashion district.

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Questions and answers about Centro Studi F.D. ELLCI

  • ELLCI's study vacations are ideal for learning Italian quickly in a friendly, fun environment, getting to know Milan, its people and surroundings, fashion and entertainment and overall Italian culture. Study in the morning and visit the city in the afternoon. The tours vary by guide and by day. Of course, it totally depends on what there is to do during the time you are there! Please note that one lesson at this school is 45 minutes.
    Robin Rebecca Pietersma, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 14, 2022
  • Evening or weekend courses are not suitable for student visa applications. If students wish to apply for a student visa, they need to register for a full-time course with at least 20 lessons per week. The Evening course has a fixed duration for 12 weeks and includes 4 lessons per week. The Standard 20 course can be booked for student visa application. Students can choose to attend a six-months course, that is the minimum duration required for a visa application. Accommodation through the school can only be booked for full-time courses (e.g. standard 20 course).
    Eliana Volino, Admissions Officer from Centro Studi F.D. ELLCI, Milan - Nov 29, 2022
  • The minimum Italian level required to register for the programme Italian for Fashion, Design and Music with group lessons is A2 - elementary.
    Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 16, 2024
  • Yes, the minimum booking for the programme Italian for Fashion, Design and Music with group lessons is 8 weeks.
    Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 16, 2024

FAQ about Centro Studi F.D. ELLCI, Milan

  • We can offer guided tours with a teacher (places in the city, museums, exhibitions, et cetera), or an outing for dinner with the teacher.
    Eliana Volino, Administration from ELLCI Milano - Apr 29, 2022
  • Sure! Just tell us the date and time you want to visit the school and we can make an appointment for you.
    Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 16, 2023
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Milano Malpensa Airport (120 €), Milano Linate Airport (50 €)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Centro Studi F.D. ELLCI varies from 1 students (Individual Weekend Course) to 12 students (Standard Course (20) - Morning)
  • 100% of teachers at Centro Studi F.D. ELLCI hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Centro Studi F.D. ELLCI comes from Russia with a 10% representation, followed by students from USA (8%) and Brazil (7%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Centro Studi F.D. ELLCI offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 30 during the summer and 30 for the rest of the year.

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