Italian in Turin - elegant, independent, a little secret
Welcome to Turin - perhaps the most underrated Italian city for a language student. Architecture that whispers Vienna, the food of Piedmont, two beautiful old universities, the Alps watching over you in the distance - and almost none of the tourist crowds of Florence or Rome. Our modern, spacious three-storey campus is on Via Saluzzo, a few steps from Parco del Valentino. Italian is spoken at full speed in the streets, the cafés have been there for a hundred and fifty years, and your daily routine will feel real, not performed.
Turin is for the student who wants caffè, cinema, libri and a refined Italian city that takes care of you - at a friendlier price than Milan or Florence. Una bella scelta.
The Turin campus
Within Turin's dynamic, multicultural setting, the campus is housed in a modern building just a few steps from the beautiful Parco del Valentino. A spacious three-storey site, designed to accommodate study, work, and relaxation areas - technological innovation and comfort throughout. The educational facilities include 10 teaching classrooms, a computer lab with 18 workstations, a language lab with two two-person booths for simultaneous interpreting practice, a study room, a library, an auditorium (Aula Magna), and indoor relaxation areas.
Modern three-storey campus
A purpose-built modern building, three floors, designed for full-time student use. Bright, quiet, comfortable - the opposite of a converted apartment on a noisy street.
10 classrooms, language lab, library
10 teaching classrooms, a computer lab with 18 workstations, a language lab with two two-person interpreting booths, a study room, and a library. An Aula Magna for events and lectures.
Indoor relaxation areas
A ground-floor relaxation/break area for students between classes, plus additional indoor spaces designed for informal conversation practice and group work.
Study spaces for full-time learners
Multiple study areas across the building, designed for students who actually work between classes - the kind of space most Italian language schools don't have.
Who Turin is right for
Mature students and professionals
Turin attracts a slightly older student profile than Florence - graduate students, professionals on sabbatical, people relocating with family. The city's rhythm suits this profile perfectly.
Long-term students who want a real city
3 to 12 months in a working Italian city of nearly a million people, with universities, museums, a serious classical music scene, and rail connections to Milan (1h) and Paris (5h).
U.S. faculty-led groups (alternative to Florence)
Some U.S. faculty members specifically want a Northern Italian, non-tourist city for their students. Turin offers that, with the operational depth and faculty-led documentation U.S. institutions expect.
Italian + design / architecture / food
Turin is the home of Italian design education, of Slow Food, and of Piedmont gastronomy. Combined Italian-and-discipline programs make particular sense here.
Accommodation in Turin
All accommodation options are within 30 minutes of the Turin campus by tram, bus or metro. Booked through the school. Reservation fee: €40 (one-off, refundable from first paid week).
Host family
€215/week, room only
€240/week, with breakfast
€335/week, half board (breakfast + dinner)
Live with a Turin family selected by the school. Private bedroom in a shared family home. The fastest way to practise Italian outside class — over breakfast, dinner, and during the small daily moments. Suitable for students at any age and any level.
Shared apartment
€215/week, room only
Private bedroom in an apartment shared with other international students (typically 2–4 housemates). Fully equipped kitchen and shared bathroom. Sheets, kitchenware, plates, TV included. Wi-Fi optional. Ideal for those who want independence but enjoy company.
Studio & one-bedroom apartment
€1.250/month, all-inclusive
Self-contained studio or one-bedroom apartment with private bathroom and kitchen. Fully furnished, kitchen utensils, blankets, linens. Wi-Fi optional. Suitable for couples, mature students, or anyone wanting total privacy. Located in residential Turin neighbourhoods (Crocetta, San Salvario, Vanchiglia).
Student residence
On requestbased on length
Mini-studio with kitchenette and private bathroom inside a managed student residence. Daily cleaning + weekly sheet & towel change included. Reception desk, communal study spaces. The hassle-free option for 6 to 12-month stays.
Hotels & B&Bs (3–5 star)
Pre-screened hotels and B&Bs near the campus, ranging from boutique 3-star to 5-star. Pricing varies seasonally — we book on your behalf at preferential rates. Best for short courses (1–2 weeks), faculty-led groups, or family members visiting during your stay.
How booking works: tell us your dates, accommodation type and any preferences (vegetarian, pets, smoking, walking distance vs metro) on the contact form or by email. We confirm availability and a specific option within 2 working days. The €40 reservation fee is held until you accept — once you do, it counts toward your first week's payment.
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