The Italian AcademySiracusa (Sicily), Italy
Piazzale San Marziano, 1 - 96100 Siracusa (Sicily) - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Walking distance from the beach
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 15% of students.
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- Optional language workshops.
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 0% |
| 18-24 years | 25% |
| 25-34 years | 25% |
| 35-50 years | 25% |
| >50 years | 25% |
Location: Siracusa is a wonderful location to study in with its unique history, beautiful nature and warm-welcoming Sicilian atmosphere. The school is set in a historic villa with an exclusive Mediterranean botanical garden in the city centre. The main entrance is next to the world-famous Basilica and Catacombs of St. John, a few meters from the archaeological park and archaeological museum, within walking distance of the main shopping streets, the island of Ortygia and its beautiful beaches. A perfect starting point to explore Sicily and its culture. All courses are taught by highly qualified and experienced Italian language teachers.
Italian Courses
General Language
General Italian
20 lessons per week
|8 students (max)
Offer!from
210€200€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 210200 | 420399 | 630599 | 800760 | 1000950 | 12001140 | 14001330 | 15201444 | 17101625 | 19001805 | 20901986 |
| Price in US$ | 208 | 415 | 623 | 791 | 988 | 1186 | 1384 | 1502 | 1690 | 1878 | 2065 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 210200 | 420399 | 630599 | 800760 | 1000950 | 12001140 | 14001330 | 15201444 | 17101625 | 19001805 | 20901986 |
| Price in US$ | 208 | 415 | 623 | 791 | 988 | 1186 | 1384 | 1502 | 1690 | 1878 | 2065 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Student comments about "General Italian" at The Italian Academy
Kornelia
"Very good"
Andrea
"Good teaching material."
AOUN
"Book, materials."
James
"If you are comfortable with learning language you should be fine. I was a first time outside my main language so it was way too fast for me. "
Esther
"In the same group they brought together different levels."
Sophie
"Unless I'm mistaken, if a course is for 2 students, the 15 hours of training per week turn into 12. I only had 10 ... and no organized activity (even with COVID, we can do things) . Otherwise, a very nice school and quality teachers. I probably came at the wrong time ..."
Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Additional information for all courses
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Intensive Italian (20 group + 10 individual)
30 lessons per week
|8 students (max)
Offer!from
360€342€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 360342 | 720684 | 10801026 | 14001330 | 17501663 | 21001995 | 24502328 | 27202584 | 30602907 | 34003230 | 37403553 |
| Price in US$ | 356 | 712 | 1068 | 1384 | 1730 | 2075 | 2421 | 2688 | 3024 | 3360 | 3696 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 360342 | 720684 | 10801026 | 14001330 | 17501663 | 21001995 | 24502328 | 27202584 | 30602907 | 34003230 | 37403553 |
| Price in US$ | 356 | 712 | 1068 | 1384 | 1730 | 2075 | 2421 | 2688 | 3024 | 3360 | 3696 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
This course complements the General Italian group classes with 10 afternoon one-to-one private lessons with highly qualified and experienced, native language instructors. Follow a personalised study path and achieve your study objectives.
NOTE: The afternoon private lessons for the Intensive course can be 1-to-1 or 2-to-1.
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Student comments about "Intensive Italian (20 group + 10 individual)" at The Italian Academy
Martina
"Great!"
Mike
"The individual lessons were great."
Martina
"Perfectly tailored to me."
Sarka
"Good"
Daniela
"Perfect"
Additional information for all courses
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Intensive Italian: Long Term (20 group + 10 individual)
30 lessons per week
|12 students (max)
Offer!from
330€314€
Course Details
Based on the price of 12 weeks
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 39603762 | 76807296 | 1116010602 | 1440013680 |
| Price in US$ | 3913 | 7588 | 11027 | 14228 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 39603762 | 76807296 | 1116010602 | 1440013680 |
| Price in US$ | 3913 | 7588 | 11027 | 14228 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
NOTE: The afternoon private lessons for the Intensive course can be 1-to-1 or 2-to-1.
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
12, 24, 36, 48 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Additional information for all courses
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General Italian: Long Term
20 lessons per week
|8 students (max)
Offer!from
180€171€
Course Details
Based on the price of 12 weeks
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 21602052 | 40803876 | 57605472 | 72006840 |
| Price in US$ | 2135 | 4032 | 5691 | 7114 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 21602052 | 40803876 | 57605472 | 72006840 |
| Price in US$ | 2135 | 4032 | 5691 | 7114 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
12, 24, 36, 48 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Additional information for all courses
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Private
Individual Italian
10 lessons per week
|1 student (max)
Offer!from
270€257€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 270257 | 540513 | 810770 | 10801026 | 13501283 | 16201539 | 18901796 | 21602052 | 24302309 | 27002565 | 32403078 |
| Price in US$ | 267 | 534 | 801 | 1068 | 1334 | 1601 | 1868 | 2135 | 2401 | 2668 | 3202 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 270257 | 540513 | 810770 | 10801026 | 13501283 | 16201539 | 18901796 | 21602052 | 24302309 | 27002565 | 32403078 |
| Price in US$ | 267 | 534 | 801 | 1068 | 1334 | 1601 | 1868 | 2135 | 2401 | 2668 | 3202 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
One-to-one private lessons with highly qualified and experienced, native language instructors. Follow a personalized study path and achieve your study objectives.
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for The Italian Academy include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Free airport pickup for all junior courses (both ways)
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
- INCLUDED Free assistance for finding jobs
- INCLUDED Optional language workshops
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Student opinions about The Italian Academy, Siracusa (Sicily)
4.5
Overall school rating of
The Italian Academy, Siracusa (Sicily)
The Italian Academy, Siracusa (Sicily)
27 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.5
Facilities
4.2
Social activities
3.5
Organisation
4.2
Course
Quality of teaching
4.3
Value for money
4.2
Accommodation
Homestay
4.5
Shared Flat (apartment)
5.0
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (0 ratings)
0.0
Students 18-30 years (1 rating)
4.0
Students 31-49 years (8 ratings)
4.4
Students 50+ years (15 ratings)
4.5
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Martina
44 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I really liked their flexible system! It allowed me to attend even in the low season with fewer students. Since I was the only one at my level, I got one-on-one lessons. The number of lessons varies with group size, so I got fewer lessons but greatly enjoyed and profited from the private teaching.”
“Nothing really. I can‘t say a lot about afternoon activities since less happened in the low season but I liked the ones I participated in.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Great!
Course: Intensive Italian (20 group + 10 individual) - 2 weeks
Review date: 17. Dec. 2024 by Martina Herzog
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Kees
51 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very nice people, enthusiastic teacher and a very good reception/organiser. The school is next to the museum and archeological area and offers free tickets to one of these (catacombs). The building is super nice and the large garden is heaven. Syracuse is a very nice city to stay.”
“There were no weaknesses. ”
Review details
Course: General Italian - 2 weeks
Review date: 15. Apr. 2024 by Kees Alders
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Martina
64 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I had very good, good-humoured and highly motivated teachers. The structure of the lessons was consistent and logical, even entirely in Italian. The location of the school is fantastic! The cooking course was a lot of fun.”
“The wine tasting was ridiculous, especially for the price. There was supposed to be "something to eat", but all we got were bread crumbs, fingernail-sized wafer-thin slices of parmesan and a drop of oil. There was one sip of each of three wines. At least the tour was interesting. ”
Insider tip: “Visit to the Dan Giovanni Catacombs across the street. Free entry through the school.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Perfectly tailored to me.
Other comments A lovingly maintained old villa in a lovely park, currently with a little cat that everyone loves living there.
Course: Intensive Italian (20 group + 10 individual) - 2 weeks
Review date: 16. Oct. 2023 by Martina Zindler-Seidel
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Andrea
59 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The school is located in a beautiful villa, nestled in a large park. The classrooms are well equipped and there is even a school kitchen for the weekly cooking classes. The organisation worked out great.”
“The language level of the participants in my course was very varied.”
Insider tip: “Spending an evening on "La Barca", a cosy boat with a bar and small snacks, docked in the harbour in front of the Grand Hotel in Ortigia.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Good teaching material.
Other comments Small, well-organised language school
Course: General Italian - 1 week
Review date: 17. Oct. 2023 by Andrea Seitz
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Marjaana
75 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The atmosphere and ambience was pleasant. The school was located in a beautiful setting. The teacher was knowledgeable, clear and articulate. The staff was helpful and sympathetic.”
Review details
Course: General Italian - 2 weeks
Review date: 1. Oct. 2022 by Marjaana Vainio
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Kornelia
65 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I really enjoyed the lessons in a very small group. Our teacher was great and took good care of us. Can only recommend the school. I also thought the location was great.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Very good
Course: General Italian [Italienisch] - 3 weeks
Review date: 7. May. 2024 by Kornelia Eberle
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ruth
33 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I had a wonderful week with the school! Julia was an excellent teacher, and the course gave me a good start into the Italian language!”
“Whilst there were some lovely optional activities offered in the evening, they were quite expensive for what they were. ”
Review details
Course: General Italian - 1 week
Review date: 24. Jul. 2023 by Ruth Hill-Tout
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Sarka
39 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I had a very flexible teacher who adapted the content exactly to our needs in the group courses. The host family was also excellent.”
“The only thing was that with the individual courses there were two of us - with one student it worked out wonderfully (we were both very diligent), but with the other, the next week, then not (such a personality type) - there I actually would have needed an individual course, as it was too slow for me. That's why I deducted one point.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Good
Course: Intensive Italian (20 group + 10 individual) [Italian] - 2 weeks
Review date: 12. Sep. 2023 by Sarka Dobrovolna
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Lana
36 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I thought the school had an amazing building and garden. The team was very caring and competent. Thank you!”
Review details
Course: General Italian - 1 week
Review date: 24. Jun. 2024 by Lana Damergi
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Aoun
54 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The main building of the campus is a historic villa. Also, the entrance is next to Chiesa di San Giovanni.”
“When we sometimes asked to lowering our voice, and we need to close the windows for that. ”
Insider tip: “Prepare for the course as much as you can.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Book, materials.
Other comments Coffee machines, etc
Course: General Italian - 2 weeks
Review date: 30. May. 2023 by AOUN HUSSAIN
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Deniz
38 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“I liked my teacher and learned from her. I feel more confident to talk in Italian now.”
“Every Monday new students were joining and there were days went to repeating instead of learning new things. I am up for revising but even same exercise sheets were given. There were few teachers absent (probably due to covid) at some point we had 3 different levels (they combined the classes) in the same class. ”
Review details
Course: General Italian - 3 weeks
Review date: 16. Aug. 2022 by Deniz Para
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
James
40 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“It tried to offer activities but a lot of people did not take advantage of them.”
“As an absolute beginner class we started fast and moved faster so it was hard to figure things out. We did not practice the basic sayings very much which you would think would be something that should be done daily to at least get you saying the basic phrases. ”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: If you are comfortable with learning language you should be fine. I was a first time outside my main language so it was way too fast for me.
Course: General Italian - 3 weeks
Review date: 23. Sep. 2022 by James Slattery
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Janet
Overall rating
5.0
“Our teacher made the class fun and it was well organized and paced.”
“The location of our apartment was not ideal. I liked the walk but the neighborhood offered few stores etc. ”
Review details
Other comments Thank you to all! We really enjoyed our week there.
Course: General Italian - 1 week
Review date: 5. Apr. 2024 by Janet Sabistina
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Daniel
41 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The friendly and helpful staff and the great location with a park.”
Review details
Course: Intensive Italian Course (30 lectures per week, Bildungsurlaub) - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. Dec. 2019 by Daniel Tandoi
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Elisabeth
Overall rating
5.0
“The excellent and likeable teacher. Good quality of teaching.”
“The offers for additional activities were quite intrusive.”
Review details
Course: General Italian - 1 week
Review date: 24. Sep. 2024 by Elisabeth Metz-Melchior
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Mike
50 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The school has a wonderful garden.”
“The first week was a bit too fast for a beginner.”
Insider tip: “Ortigia, of course”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: The individual lessons were great.
Course: Intensive Italian (20 group + 10 individual) - 2 weeks
Review date: 11. Mar. 2024 by Mike Paulokat
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Daniela
61 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very personal and super friendly”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Perfect
Course: Intensive Italian (20 group + 10 individual) - 1 week
Review date: 13. Mar. 2023 by Daniela Rech
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Esther
40 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The school garden is very nice.”
“There were no free afternoon activities during the two weeks of my course.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: In the same group they brought together different levels.
Course: General Italian - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. Aug. 2021 by Esther Planells
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ratings of The Italian Academy compared to ratings of all schools in Italy
| The Italian Academy Siracusa (Sicily) | Average of all other schools in Italy | |
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| Location of the school | ||
| Facilities | ||
| Social activities | ||
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| Shared flat |
The Italian Academy
Accreditations and Quality seals
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 8:30
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at The Italian Academy and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Year of school foundation
1984
Legal name/parent company
The Academy SRL | Tax registration ID: IT00731730891
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Snack vending machine
Cafeteria
Drink vending machine
Movie rental
Free after-class access to language learning software
Movie room
Lounge
Garden
Rooftop terrace
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Library
Computer lab
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free WIFI
Free parking
Free water dispenser
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Dry cleaning (paid)
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 14
- Number of public PC workstations: 15
Facilities for disabled students
Disabled car park
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Additional comment about facilities of school
Students enjoy 2 acres of lush Mediterranean gardens with outdoor study areas, and a close walk to the sea and the archaeological sites.
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 30
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 20
Junior courses - In summer: 10
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 5
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 5
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Junior courses In summer: 2
Junior courses Throughout the year: 1
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| USA | 12% |
| France | 12% |
| Germany | 11% |
| Spain | 10% |
| England | 9% |
| Brazil | 5% |
| Japan | 5% |
| Switzerland | 3% |
| Turkey | 2% |
| China | 2% |
| Other nationalities | 29% |
Information for all courses offered by The Italian Academy
Lesson duration
45 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 02 Jun 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 08 Dec 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
01 Jan 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 02 Jun 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 08 Dec 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025 - 06 Jan 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 25 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 26 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025 - 06 Jan 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 25 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 22 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 an online form.
Lessons needed per Italian language level
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.
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA 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)
25 €
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 possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Ballet | | - |
| Basketball | | 0.5 km |
| Cooking | | - |
| Dancing | | 1 km |
| Diving | | 1 km |
| Football (soccer) | | 0.5 km |
| Golf | | 15 km |
| Horse riding | | 10 km |
| Mountainbiking | | 1 km |
| Music | | 1 km |
| Sailing | | 2 km |
| Skiing | | 70 km |
| Squash | | 0.5 km |
| Swimming | | 0.5 km |
| Tennis | | 0.5 km |
| Volleyball | | 0.5 km |
| Windsurfing | | 10 km |
| Yoga | | 0.5 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Movie Nights and exchange cultural aperitfs
Adults - Paid activities
Field trips to 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites:
- Mt Etna
- Pantalica
- Baroque town of Noto with Wine tasting
Other activities:
- Cooking class with Sicilian Recipes
- Boat tour of Ortigia island with snorkelling in marine reserve
(EUR 70 each)
- Mt Etna
- Pantalica
- Baroque town of Noto with Wine tasting
Other activities:
- Cooking class with Sicilian Recipes
- Boat tour of Ortigia island with snorkelling in marine reserve
(EUR 70 each)
Accommodation
Private Apartment ![Most Popular Accommodation]()
Double room, No meals
In high demand!
1 rating
from
280 €
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| Price in € | 280 | 520 | 750 | 920 | 1150 | 1380 | 1610 | 1680 | 2100 | 2280 | 190 | 60 |
| Price in US$ | 292 | 541 | 781 | 957 | 1196 | 1436 | 1675 | 1748 | 2184 | 2372 | 198 | 63 |
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Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 60€.
Price extra night
40 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
20 minutes walking.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
85
Dates
High season dates: 01 May 2024 - 31 Oct 2024
High season
High season supplement per week: 70 €
Student comments about Private Apartment
Martina
"I had to fight to get the casa cleaned after a week. This also happened in a very minimalist way! This definitely needs to be improved! There was no vegetable knife and no paring knife. The rack on which the dishes were supposed to dry was totally rusted. I was very positively surprised by the bed: a very good mattress and a good pillow. The best thing is the terrace: nice and big, with a big table, shady and quiet, although located in the middle of the city. However, some of the chairs urgently need to be replaced, also in front of the house. Despite everything, I would take Villa Limone and especially Casa Figue d'India again any time!"
Homestay ![Popular Accommodation]()
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
3 ratings
from
320 €
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| Price in € | 320 | 640 | 960 | 1240 | 1550 | 1860 | 2170 | 2400 | 3000 | 3480 | 290 |
| Price in US$ | 333 | 666 | 999 | 1290 | 1613 | 1935 | 2257 | 2496 | 3121 | 3620 | 302 |
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| Price in € | 320 | 640 | 960 | 1240 | 1550 | 1860 | 2170 | 2400 | 3000 | 3480 | 290 |
| Price in US$ | 333 | 666 | 999 | 1290 | 1613 | 1935 | 2257 | 2496 | 3121 | 3620 | 302 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
16
Student comments about Homestay
Martina
"Stefania Pizzo"
Sophie
"The keys to the outdoor garbage cans and the instructions for the capricious boiler must be left with the tenant."
Homestay (breakfast)
Single room, Breakfast
1 rating
from
250 €
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| Price in € | 250 | 500 | 750 | 1000 | 1250 | 1500 | 1750 | 2000 | 2500 | 3000 | 250 |
| Price in US$ | 260 | 520 | 781 | 1040 | 1301 | 1561 | 1821 | 2080 | 2601 | 3121 | 260 |
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| Price in € | 250 | 500 | 750 | 1000 | 1250 | 1500 | 1750 | 2000 | 2500 | 3000 | 250 |
| Price in US$ | 260 | 520 | 781 | 1040 | 1301 | 1561 | 1821 | 2080 | 2601 | 3121 | 260 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
16
Student Residence
Single room, No meals
from
150 €
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1800 | 150 | 60 |
| Price in US$ | 1873 | 156 | 63 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1800 | 150 | 60 |
| Price in US$ | 1873 | 156 | 63 |
Minimum stay: 12 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 60€.
Price extra night
40 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
25 minutes walking.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
70
Questions and answers about The Italian Academy
- I am looking to book a 1-2 week Italian course in Siracusa in July 2022. I am seeking semi-intensive learning with cultural experiences (walking, cooking, day trips...).“The Italian Academy in Siracusa can offer a general Italian course with 20 lessons per week from Monday to Friday. They offer weekly activities like cooking classes and excursions to nearby areas, but they don't have a fixed activity schedule, as these activities may be subject to change due to weather, students' interests etc.
”Melania Notarrigo, Customer Care coordinator from The Italian Academy, Siracusa - May 19, 2022 - Do you have any tips regarding renting a bike? I am staying in Ortigia.“There are a couple of options near Ortigia: Bike Rental Siracusa, Siracusa Tour Bike.”Melania Notarrigo, Course Coordinator from The Italian Academy - Feb 24, 2023
- I would like to do Italian course and I am 74 years old. Is that possible?“Yes, students of all ages are welcome. You can see a list of student ages on the school page under the heading 'School' --> 'Student age/nationality'. ”Robin Rebecca Pietersma, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 28, 2023
FAQ about The Italian Academy, Siracusa (Sicily)
- What is the best price for a course at The Italian Academy, Siracusa (Sicily)?Italian courses at The Italian Academy start at 171 € for General Italian: Long Term course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by Italian Academy?The accommodation Private Apartment is the most popular among all our clients of Italian Academy
- What is the number of students per class at Italian Academy?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Italian Academy varies from 1 students (Individual Italian) to 12 students (Intensive Italian: Long Term (20 group + 10 individual))
- What is the qualification of the teachers at The Italian Academy?100% of teachers at The Italian Academy hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of The Italian Academy from?The highest Nationality percentage at The Italian Academy comes from USA with a 12% representation, followed by students from France (12%) and Germany (11%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
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