FAQs to the Italian School Parola in Florence

Frequently Asked Questions For Our Italian Language Courses

Some of most common FAQs to the Italian language school Parola in Florence, deal with students' desire to have a multicultural classroom environments, as well as inquiries about free time activities and availability of WI-FI connection and computer stations.

Prospective students also frequently inquitee about daily class schedules, our methodology and all our levels for the conversation lessons. They are also interested in our free time activities.

Contact the Italian school Parola in Florence for any further information about our Italian language courses.

What is Included in the Price of an Italian Language Course at Parola?

• School Parola Edited Books

• Official final certificate

• Social activities for free in Florence with Parola teachers

• Use of Free Wi-Fi connection and computer stations at the school headquarters

• Italian DVD movies, books to read, photocopies for the program of study

• Assistance for Parola students during their stay in Florence

• Special discounts for restaurants and coffee shops in Florence

• The school is Officially Authorized by the Ministry of Italian Republic

• VAT for courses

Where is Our Italian Language School Located?

The Italian school Parola location is in the very center of Florence, 2 blocks behind Piazza della Signoria (where the facsimile statue of Michelangelo's David stands), and 1 block away from the Church of S. Croce.

How Many Students are in a Class?

Each course can have a maximum of 12 students, with no more than 12 students per class (Language learning rules of the European Community).

What is the Nationality of the Students who attend the School Parola?

• 30% German
• 15 % American or English native speakers
• 10% Spanish
• 10% Japanese
• 10% Brazilian
• 10 % Turkish
• 15% Other

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How long does a teaching hour last?

Each hour lasts 55 minutes.

What is the Daily Class Schedule at the Italian School Parola?

The Italian school Parola opens at 8:30 am and closes at 5:30 pm. It is open from Monday through Friday.

Our Italian language courses are held at:

• From 9: 00 am to 10: 50 am (Italian grammar)

• 11: 10 am - 1: 00 pm (Italian conversation)

• There is a break between 10:50 and 11:10

What About An Individual Italian Language Course?

Our Individual Italian language courses are taken in the morning (from 9:00 to 1:00 pm) or in the afternoon after 2 pm, and each didactic hour for this type of one-on-one lessons lasts 60 minutes.

The individual language courses at Parola school are flexible and - on request - may also be taken according to the student's needs. Contact for further information.

What is Best Time to Attend an Italian language course?

Florence has students all year around but if an adult wants to study and learn without a crowded city should enroll between the months of November and February.

And What About the Florentine Climate ?

During Italian language courses, students are always asking us about the weather and the temperatures during the yearly seasons. Below is a list that may help participants to be better oriented about their choice to take an Italian language course in Florence. Even though, climate in Florence is usually perceived as Mediterranean, the city may experience hot and humid summers, with rain and damp winters.

Average High Temperature and Average Low Temperature [°C](°F)

Jan. 10 (50) - 2 (35)

Feb. 12 (54) - 3 (37)

Mar. 15 (59) - 5 (41)

Apr. 19 (66) - 6 (42)

May. 23 (74)- 8 (46)

June 28 (82) - 11 (52)

Jul. 31 (88) - 15 (59)

Aug. 31 (87) - 17 (63)

Sep. 27 (80) - 17 (63)

Oct . 21 (70) - 14 (58)

Nov. 15 (59)- 10 (50)

Dec. 11 (51) - 2 (36)

Year Average 20 (68) - 9 (49) in Florence

Florence has a small quantity of rain in the summer, while rainfall is predominant in the winter, with some snow occasionally. Students enjoy Florence in the Spring and in the early months of the academic year.

How Many Grammar Levels Are Available at Parola school?

We provide 6 grammar levels plus CILS preparation course, which is an official certificate of the Italian board of education.

What Do You Prepare For Conversation Lessons?

Students are encouraged to seek out books, dvds, laptop, movies and Internet. The lessons focus on question-and-answer exercises to help the students comprehend and practice speaking in Italian. Depending on the level, the topics of conversation can vary from standard language situations (bars, restaurants and directions) to politics, daily news and literature (4th - 5th level).

Are Activities For Free And When Do They Occur?

Free time activities are organized by the school Parola in the afternoon, after courses are over for the day. Parola activities - organized by the school - are for free. The school also cooperates with 2 tour organizations for other events. In this case, the student will be charged for the activities by the tour organizer.

Do You Have Agreements For Special Discounts Around The School Parola headquarters?

We have some agreements with bars and sandwich places for special student discounts on food and drinks.

Which Are The Most Attended Courses at Parola school?

During high season the most attended Italian language courses are the "Allegro", 4 hours a day (2, 3 or 4 weeks), the "Andante" (2 hours a day for 2, 3 or 4 weeks, and the "Allegretto" (4 hours a day, plus 1 hour of private lesson 3 times a week).

Moreover, for individual courses, the "Brio" individual Italian language course with lunch (2 or 4 weeks). See our Italian language courses in Florence for further information.

During low season, "Allegro" (3 weeks) and "Tre Volte" Plus (4 weeks), Italian language course for Au Pair workers, the "Tre Volte" course (4 weeks) and individual Italian courses for 1, 2 or 3 weeks.

Are There Evening Italian Language Courses at the School?

Our Italian language school has evening Italian courses which are mainly individual Italian courses (35 euros per hour).

Are There Conversation and Pronunciation Courses for Business?

Yes, the Italian school Parola has conversation and an Italian pronunciation course for business purposes, for foreign university students and executives.

Contact Parola Italian School For Further Information

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