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Learning Italian in Tuscany - Italian language school in Viareggio

Centro Giacomo Puccini

School Description

Centro Culturale Giacomo Puccini (Giacomo Puccini) is a renowned Italian language school located in Tuscany, Viareggio, Italy. Since 1988, the school has offered summer and long term study abroad programs. Students of various ages can immerse themselves in Italian language courses, arts, and humanities with transferable college credits. Giacomo Puccini is recognized as one of the best Italian language schools in the country.

Centro Culturale Giacomo Puccini is perfectly situated within Viareggio, just a few hundred yards from the “Versilia” beach and right next to the beautiful city park. Students will find everything that they want to see or do is within a short distance from the school. Located in a two story building with 9 fully equipped classrooms, a computer room and three restrooms, the interior design and the technological installments at Giacomo Puccini provides a comfortable learning atmosphere for students. All students have access to the Student Assistance Office where you can use the computers, telephones as well as faxes.

While taking a break from classes, you can sit and relax on the school terrace, which offers stunning views of both the city park and of the beach. The terrace area also serves as a student lounge and cafeteria.

Our Guarantees:

• We respond to your questions and bookings within 24 hours on working days.
• A maximum of 12 students per group for all group language courses.
• You can always extend your course during your stay without any extra administrative costs.
• We guarantee that all students who have studied for 3 consecutive months (12 weeks) in our school will be able to apply for the DILI intermediate exam of the Accademia Italiana di Lingua. They will be able to apply for the DALI advanced exam after 6 months of consecutive studies.
• The school is recognized by the Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research
• Our school is certfied for security standards and for access for the disabled.
• US Credits earned at the Centro Giacomo Puccini are widely accepted by most U.S. Colleges and Universities
• Students are insured against any injury they may experience inside the school building, during the activities organised by the school and during their way to school.
• Our school can provide general medical and dental assistance with English-speaking doctors.

Why Us?

There are several reasons to choose our Centre:

• Founded in 1988, we have years of experience and specialise in teaching Italian in Italy
• The school is recognized by the Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research
• The school is Officially recognized by the Swedish authorities (Vår skola är godkänd av CSN och Högskoleverket)
• A young and higly motivated professional teaching facultiy all specially trained in teaching Italian to foreigners
• We are members of ASILS (Association of language schools for teaching Italian as a foreign language)
• All levels of Italian offered the whole year around
• Small study groups
• Courses start every 2 weeks (including beginners)
• After 3 or 6 months the AIL-exam "Firenze" (Accademia Italiana di Lingua) DELI/DILI/DALI/DALC can be taken
• A whole range of activities offered for students to gain insight into the Italian culture
• Meet students from all over the world while studying at Centro Giacomo Puccini
• Friendly and helpful staff that give personal attention to each student
• Access provided for handicapped students
  

School building / location

We are located in the centre of Viareggio, within walking distance from the beach.The school is next to a Pinewood forest where you can go jogging, rent a bicycle, or play tennis. From the school everything is accessible by foot.

The school is located in a two-story building, and contains nine classrooms.

Facilities include:

• full internet service
• an out door terrace, gazebo, and a small garden
• wheelchair access

School on the Map

School and Students Services

• The school secretary is at the service of students for every information. The students can see the secretary whenever they need some extra help.
• We offer a pick-up service from train stations and airports. You only need to inform us one week in advance of your arrival time and place (and flight or train number).
• Help and advice in case of illness.
• Common room where you can meet with your fellow students.
• An out door terrace, gazebo, and a small garden
• Free Internet access.
  
  

School Memberships

• AIL - Accademia Italiana di Lingua (Diplomas «Firenze»)
• ASILS - Association of language schools of Italian as a foreign language
• ELITE - European Federation of Associations for Teaching Mother Tongues

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Learning Italian in Tuscany - Italian language school in Viareggio