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Scuola Leonardo da VinciTurin, Italy

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

25 students - overall rating
Piazza San Carlo, 206 - 10121 Turin - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • The school organises free guided tours of the city.
  • Excellent rating of homestay accommodation
    5.0

    Rating: 5.0/5.0

  • Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
What we dislike about the school
  • Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 3%
18-24 years 27%
25-34 years 37%
35-50 years 15%
>50 years 18%
The average age outside summer is 5 years higher than in summer.

Location: Scuola Leonardo da Vinci Turin is located in one of the choicest locations in the city, in the Piazza San Carlo, next to the famous Caffè Torino. The school is housed in the Palazzo Turinetti di Pertengo; students step out the door and they are in the very centre of Turin. From there, almost all the major attractions of the city can be visited on foot: the Egyptian Museum; the Mole Antonelli; Piazza Castello and the Palazzo Madama; Turin’s Royal Palace; and Saint John the Baptist Cathedral, home to the Holy Shroud of Turin; are all within walking distance. The Via Roma, with its high-end shops, goes directly from the Piazza San Carlo to the Porta Nuova train and subway station in less than 10 minutes.

The school: Scuola Leonardo da Vinci has excellent facilities and they strive to keep a school where students can feel welcome and at home. It is an authorised examination centre for the "Florence" exams of the Italian Academy of Language (AIL) and the CILS exams of the University for foreigners of Siena. They offer Intensive Italian courses, language and culture programmes which include art history, and modern day Italy, as well as their 50+ Dolce Vita programme.

Added Bonus: As one in a group of five schools, Scuola Leonardo da Vinci in Turin also gives students the opportunity to take their studies to one of their partner schools in other cities in Italy, organising special programmes with that very purpose in mind.

Italian Courses

General Language
Junior
Private
Work & Study
Business
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
Language Plus Activity

Our prices for Scuola Leonardo da Vinci 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 Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students

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  • Making friends
    Making friends9/15
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  • Tour in Turin, Italy
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  • Teachers and staff
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Student opinions about Scuola Leonardo da Vinci, Turin

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Overall school rating of
Scuola Leonardo da Vinci, Turin
25 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Facilities
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Social activities
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Organisation
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Value for money
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
1.0 

Rating: 1.0/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (2 ratings)
3.0 

Rating: 3.0/5.0

Students 18-30 years (6 ratings)
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Students 31-49 years (3 ratings)
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Students 50+ years (13 ratings)
4.6 

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Liked
The city of Turin is a very pretty town the location of the school is very good, as you can get to the center walking distance organization nothing to say equipment very good teaching is great, the very nice teachers, they explain well / progress in language (a pity I only stayed a week !!!) The price is reasonable (although if it is cheaper I will not complain) What I liked the most, are the schedules because we have classes in the morning and afternoon I was able to visit the city the kindness of teachers!
Review details
Course: Intensive course 20 - 1 week
Review date: 29. Jan. 2018 by Florence Daniere
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The school has a very warm and friendly atmosphere, with fun social activities to get to know each other. The teachers are very good, informal and have a lot of patience. They will gladly answer all your questions after class or during the breaks.
Insider tip: The apericena is a very good way to get to know the other students and make new friends. Also if you are interested in buying more books on Italian language or grammar, the school sells a lot of different books for all levels. The coffee-machine in the school is fine but for really good coffee you should go to the bar just around the corner called 'CAFFETTERIA PRESIDENT' in via Pastrengo. There they have great coffee and hot chocolate but also lunch if you're having a long day at school!
Review details
Other comments Chiara and her teachers are doing an amazing job and I would definitely recommend the school to everyone!
Course: Intensive course 15 - 3 weeks
Review date: 23. Dec. 2018 by Bobbie Fay Brandsen
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Friendly teachers, lessons were interesting, dolce vita trips were enjoyable. Everyone at the school was very friendly. The homestay was excellent, not too far from the school, and the family spoke English as well as Italian.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Very well organised, interesting activities.
Course: La Dolce Vita 50+ Course [Italian] - 1 week
Review date: 11. Sep. 2024 by Kenny Moore
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Everyone in the organisation, especially Chiara, were very caring and friendly. They always want to help and they pay attention to everyone. Every morning, upon entering the school, you are welcomed by a friendly greeting.
Insider tip: Join the school activities! It's a good way to get to know new people and practice the language and Vera, who is usually in charge of the activities, knows the city and the Italian culture well and explains it in a great way.
Review details
Other comments A very good school with good teachers.
Course: Intensive course 20 - 10 weeks
Review date: 17. Dec. 2018 by Mattias Moro
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The courses are run by good teachers, there are flexible additional materials. The integration into the ongoing course was very okay for me as a participant of only one week among participants of several weeks.
Disliked
The use of media is very low. It would be great if there were also opportunities to speak individually or to take small interim tests.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Could easily be one unit longer
Course: Intensive Course 20 - 1 week
Review date: 11. Aug. 2023 by Carsten Sieling
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Super teacher (Alessio), interesting lessons, good, digital equipment (however, was temporarily accommodated at the Abbey School with the course as the courses at the main location were fully booked).
Disliked
Tip: Hand out confirmation of participation directly after completion of the course.
Insider tip: Weekend excursion which I unfortunately could no longer take part in
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Super fun, interesting preparation C1
Other comments Offer the guided tour on different topics rather for certain level. Otherwise, some people don't understand so much and ask the same-speakers in their mother tongue to translate. It's a bit of an unfortunate situation. This is my third course. Rome and Turin are at the top of my list.
Course: Intensive Course 20 - 1 week
Review date: 11. Sep. 2023 by Herrad Sabine Lingner
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The atmosphere was very good. Teachers were enthusiastic and there was a lot of individual attention. Met a lot of nice people and great social things were organized. Will definitely come back here!
Insider tip: Although public transportation in Turin is well organized, I would say, make sure you have a bicycle! Due to its Roman structure it is very easy to find your way in the city.
Review details
Other comments It's great that the classes are so small, there is always time for personal questions. I would have liked it to "learn more creatively" through literature, art, film, radio, music. That was discussed a bit the last week and worked very well!
Course: Intensive course 20 - 3 weeks
Review date: 24. Jul. 2018 by Bobbie Fay Brandsen
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Very good teaching staff, interested in the subject and in the students, who are able to inspire the students with the language and who are also very friendly.
Disliked
The accompanying booklet, which offers little explanation of grammar topics, is not optimal. The seating is not very comfortable and the tables offer too little shelf space.
Insider tip: A visit to the Museo Egizio, among others.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: The course was very efficient.
Other comments I felt well looked after all round.
Course: Super Intensive Plus-10 Course  - 1 week
Review date: 25. Sep. 2023 by Stephanie Fischer-Bothof
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
There is a good atmosphere inside the school. The classes are very dynamic and easygoing. The quality of explanation by the teachers is unbeatable.
Review details
Course: Intensive course 20 - for University students and au pairs - 3 weeks
Review date: 4. Dec. 2017 by Alba María Gómez Valor
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
In-person, small (7-10 students) classes-great teachers and no computers.
Disliked
1st day needs more structure for students brand new in town. Told to meet away from the school at, say, 14:00, but no instruction where/how to buy bus ticket, etc. Was provided with a great map!
Review details
Course: La Dolce Vita 50+ Course  - 1 week
Review date: 13. Sep. 2024 by Elizabeth(betty) Korfhage
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Very personal, afternoon activities even during corona-time
Review details
Course: Intensive course 20 [Italian] - 1 week
Review date: 4. Nov. 2020 by Nicolas Bruehlmann
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
My private lessons and the other students in the class.
Disliked
Too much grammar and not enough conversation.
Review details
Course: Super Intensive Plus-5 Course  - 1 week
Review date: 10. Jun. 2024 by Anne Waters
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Great teachers! Everyone very friendly and helpful
Disliked
The classrooms are a bit outdated, but the school will probably be moving soon.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Very demanding, high-quality program!
Course: La Dolce Vita 50+ Course  - 1 week
Review date: 13. May. 2024 by Martina Hirsch
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Small classes
Disliked
Acoustics
Review details
Course: Intensive Course 20 - 1 week
Review date: 24. Oct. 2022 by Edward Reynolds
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The teacher
Review details
Course: Intensive Course 20 - 6 weeks
Review date: 11. Dec. 2023 by Rebecca Pulk
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Location
Disliked
Classes with masks - I understand the need but it made hearing a challenge. I also think the language level was too low for me - but for one week I could tolerate it.
Insider tip: Support for accommodation - the staff was amazing.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: No
Other comments No - thanks for the experience. I did enjoy it.
Course: Intensive Course 20 [Italian] - 1 week
Review date: 28. Jun. 2022 by Sheila Cunningham
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

Ratings of Scuola Leonardo da Vinci compared to ratings of all schools in Italy

 Scuola Leonardo da Vinci TurinAverage of all other schools in Italy
Overall school rating4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Location of the school4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Facilities4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Organisation4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Quality of teaching4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Value for money4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Homestay4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Shared flat4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Scuola Leonardo da Vinci

Accreditations and Quality seals
ASILSEDUITALIAAIL
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 9:00
Student gender mix
32% male / 68% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Scuola Leonardo da Vinci and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoAmerican Express - logoDiners Club - logoBank Transfer - logo
Scuola Leonardo da Vinci operated previously under the name
Ciaoitaly
Year of school foundation
2008
Legal name/parent company
CIAOITALY – LEARN ITALIAN IN ITALY SRL | Tax registration ID: IT12398730015
The school is an official exam center
The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:

General school facilities

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Library

  • Movie room

  • Lounge

  • 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)

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Classroom equipment

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 6
    • Number of public PC workstations: 1

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Accessible Toilet

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 30
Throughout the year: 50
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 4
Adult courses Throughout the year: 4
Junior courses In summer: 1
Junior courses Throughout the year: 1
Average age of students
In summer: 25 years
Throughout the year: 30 years

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
China 20%
Italy 16%
Germany 7%
France 5%
Japan 5%
Netherlands 4%
USA 4%
Spain 4%
Switzerland 4%
England 3%
Venezuela 3%
Brazil 2%
Iran 2%
Turkey 1%
Israel 1%
Other nationalities 19%

Information for all courses offered by Scuola Leonardo da Vinci

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
70.00 €
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Comments about courses

All learning materials are included in the registration fee.

Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 25 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 24 Jun 2024, 15 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, 21 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 24 Jun 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 20 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
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

Turin Caselle Airport:
50 € one way
100 € return (both ways)
More details about airports near Turin and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Turin page. For flight comparisons to Turin, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

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)
40 €
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes

Leisure activities

activity possible
Basketball
Cooking
Dancing
Football (soccer)
Golf
Horse riding
Music
Skiing
Squash
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tennis
Volleyball
Yoga

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

City tour

Adults - Paid activities

Wine tasting, cooking lessons, outdoor excursions.
Video about leisure activities at Scuola Leonardo da Vinci Turin
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Social Program.
Social Program.

Accommodation

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FAQ about Scuola Leonardo da Vinci, Turin

  • The 20-lesson Intensive course is a good choice. There is no age limit to take the courses. Teachers always form classes based on the results of the placement test, so you can be sure that you are in the most appropriate course for your level.
    Antonio Zoppo, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 14, 2022
  • The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Scuola Leonardo da Vinci
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Turin Caselle Airport (50 €)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Scuola Leonardo da Vinci varies from 1 students (One-to-One Package) to 14 students (Intensive Course)
  • 100% of teachers at Scuola Leonardo da Vinci hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Scuola Leonardo da Vinci comes from Germany with a 7,30% representation, followed by students from Russia (6,70%) and France (5,50%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Scuola Leonardo da Vinci offers courses from 12 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 30 for the rest of the year.

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