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Italian Language School Il Sasso

Via di Gracciano nel Corso, 2, 53045 Montepulciano, Italy
0039-0578-758311
Ranked #1 of 1 tours in Montepulciano
5.0 of 5 stars 40 Reviews
Type: "Classes/Workshops"
Owner description: One of the best Italian Language Schools in Italy, Il Sasso is recognized by the Ministry of Education and ISO 9001 certified. Since 27 years it...... more » Owner description: One of the best Italian Language Schools in Italy, Il Sasso is recognized by the Ministry of Education and ISO 9001 certified. Since 27 years it offers courses in Italian Language, Culture, Art, Wine, History, Literature and Italian for Business. The school is open all year round both for group and individual teaching. Il Sasso is in Montepulciano, in the heart of Tuscany, half way between Florence and Rome. It is located in a historic building in town, has 8 large, airy classrooms and a hall for conferences. There is a terrace with a lovely panoramic view as well as free Internet Point for students and free WiFi access. Il Sasso offers to its students a wide variety of afternoon activities, such as guided tours, wine, olive oil and cheese tasting, cooking lessons and walks in the countryside. Students are of every age group and come from all parts of the globe. The communicative method and the friendly and personal atmosphere of the lessons make our courses a very special, human and cultural experience that’s different each time. « less
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Cuptertino, CA USA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012
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Without reservation I highly recommend Il Sasso. The school is very well run and does not use an "invariable" recipe to learn Italian. The classes are small (mine had four students), and the placement according to the students' prior knowledge of the language is very accurate so that members of a class can function together successfully. The teachers are flexible... More

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Gdynia, Poland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012
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I've spent 2 weeks with il Sasso on intermediate level. The teacherswere wonderful, patient, always with smile. Everything is much easier to understand. I liked the activities organized by the school, especially walk through Montepulciano (you must see the theatre- it's wonderful). I've lived with italian family, which gave me opportunity to exercise my italian intensively after the classes and... More

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Edinburgh
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012
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I studied Italian for one week at Elementary level within Il Sasso and cannot recommend the school highly enough. It is extremely well-organised, all the staff are very friendly and helpful, the teachers are great (in particular giving very clear explanations of language points) and I learnt a huge amount in such a short space of time. The class size... More

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Herzelia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012
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I have spent 4 wonderful weeks studying Italian with 2 excellent teachers, Sara & Costanza, that make even the hardest work seem like fun, are patient, clear, helpful and encouraging, while demanding, and most important - are such nice people! The school offers multiple fun after school activities, and the entire staff is very caring and nice, always ready to... More

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London, United Kingdom
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012
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This was my second visit to the school as an intermediate learner. The teachers are very patient (which is important for a slow learner) and professional and helpful, and the range of skills amongst pupils is managed well and in a flexible way to offer the best support and guidance. More

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North Hills, California, USA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 November 2011
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I have just completed my second 2-week course of instruction at Il Sasso. The first was in May 2011. Learning a new language is never easy, but the instructors and staff at Il Sasso make it pleasant and almost fun. During my 2 visits I have had a total of 4 instructors. All were highly skilled at helping me learn... More

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Birmingham, Alabama
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 October 2011
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My cousin and I have travelled to Italy 3 times to study italian. We found Il Sasso to be fantastic! The school itself is lovely and bright and open. The administration are friendly, helpful and caring people. Our two teachers, young and vibrant, Sara & Cinzia were amazing teachers and we grew close to them in just a week's time.... More

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Dallas, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 October 2011
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Il Sasso embraces the concept of learning by immersion from day one. The environment itself is very laid-back. The place is run very hands-on and the course instructors are very dedicated and in-tune with the needs of the participants. It really is a fun way to learn, and the area is replete with plenty of other activities to keep you... More

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Wien, Österreich
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 October 2011
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I've spent two great weeks in Montepulciano and at Il Sasso and I tried very hard to find something I didn't like -the only thing that came to my mind was, that I would stay longer the next time because there is still so much, I would have liked to do! The classes are small and very sensible put together... More

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Tel Aviv, Israel
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 September 2011
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We stayed for two weeks in Montepulciano , the place is great. The school is excellent . We are looking forwards to going to Il Sasso again. More

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