Casa Italiana Language School
Announcement: Spring Session Enrollment is Open!
Italian Language classes for Adults
Spring 2026
All the Italian classes at Casa Italiana are held in full immersion and English is used only when needed.
The primary objective of all courses is to encourage and develop speaking and comprehension skills.
Levels are based on the CEFRL (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).
You can easily find the class that best suits your level and goals.
If you are not sure about your level of knowledge of the language, schedule a Placement Exam.
Note: all the in-person classes are at 595 Third Street.
Course descriptions are located below. Course enrollment details can be found in the Enroll section.
BEGINNER CLASSES
BEGINNER 1
Students with no prior knowledge of the Italian language will communicate in simple, everyday situations. Course includes practice in reading, writing and basic grammar.
Course book: The New Italian Espresso/Updated ed.; Authors: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Tuition: $400 (book not included) 12 Weeks
Instructor: Several
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
BEGINNER 2
Designed for those with basic knowledge of the language, this course provides practice in conversation and introduction of new vocabulary and more complex grammatical structures.
Course book: The New Italian Espresso/Updated ed.; Authors: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Tuition: $400 (book not included) 12 Weeks
Instructor: Several
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
BEGINNER 3
Students will complete an overview of basic Italian grammar focusing on speaking, reading and writing skills.
Course book: The New Italian Espresso/Updated ed.; Authors: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Tuition: $400 (book not included) 12 Weeks
Instructor: Several
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
INTENSIVE BEGINNER 1
meets twice per week
Students with no prior knowledge of the Italian language will communicate in simple, everyday situations. Course includes practice in reading, writing and basic work in grammar.
Course book: The New Italian Espresso/Updated ed.; Authors: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Tuition: $400 (book not included) 6 weeks
Instructor: Several
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
INTENSIVE BEGINNER 2
meets twice per week
Designed for students with basic knowledge of the language, this course provides practice in conversation and is an introduction of new vocabulary and more complex grammatical structures.
Course book: The New Italian Espresso/Updated ed.; Authors: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Tuition: $400 (book not included) 6 weeks
Instructor: Several
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
BEGINNER REVIEW
Through grammar and reading S.Longo and R. Assini book, “La Fuga di Bach” students will review the major challenges in Italian grammar, including the verb system, areas of contrast with the English language, and some vocabulary issues. This course is focused on improving grammar and fluency.
Tuition: $400 (book not included) 12 Weeks
Instructor: Several
Course book 1: New Italian Espresso Updated; Authors: P. Bultrini, F. Graziani. – Alma Edizioni
Course book 2: La fuga di Bach;
Authors: S.Longo and R. Assini - Cideb
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
ITALIAN FOR TRAVELERS
Planning a trip to Italy? This class is designed for those traveling to Italy for business or pleasure. Learn about the transportation systems, currency and culture, idiomatic phrases to help you get a taxi, asking/receiving directions, making reservations, shopping, food selection and, of course, making new friends!
Tuition: $265 - 6 Weeks
Instructor: Giuseppe Villari
Course book: Learning material ($ 22) will be available at the school.
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
INTERMEDIATE CLASSES
INTERMEDIATE 1
Students will deal with more complex Italian grammar and syntax to enable them to express themselves in various verb tenses: present, past and future.
Tuition: $400 (book not included) 12 Weeks
Instructor: Several
Course book: New Italian Espresso 2; Authors: M. Bali, G. Rizzo, L. Ziglio – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
INTERMEDIATE 2
Enriched vocabulary and advanced grammatical structures will enable students to handle a number of interactive, task-oriented social situations.
Tuition: $400 (book not included) 12 Weeks
Instructor: Several
Course book: New Italian Espresso 2; Authors: M. Bali, G. Rizzo, L. Ziglio – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
INTERMEDIATE 3
This course will cover the last chapters of the book “New Italian Espresso - Intermediate and Advanced”. Emphasis will be on stylistic and idiomatic expressions to reinforce the student’s speaking and reading abilities.
Tuition: $400 (book not included) 12 Weeks
Instructor: Several
Course book: New Italian Espresso– Intermediate/Advanced; Authors: M. Bali, G. Rizzo, L. Ziglio – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
INTERMEDIATE REVIEW
Students will strengthen their oral and writing ability through exercises and creative practices, which may include reading of articles, stories, class discussion, role playing activities and use of multimedia resources.
Tuition: $400 (book not included) 12 Weeks
Instructor: Ingrid Nifosi
Course book: New Italian Espresso– Intermediate/Advanced; Authors: M. Bali, G. Rizzo, L. Ziglio – Alma Edizioni (textbook + workbook / available at School)
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
ADVANCED 1
ADVANCED CLASSES
ADVANCED 2
ADVANCED 3
By engaging in comprehensive study of grammatical and conversational frameworks, students will enhance their proficiency in essential and idiomatic Italian expressions.
Tuition: $400 (book not included) 12 Weeks
Instructor: Ingrid Nifosi
Course book: Nuovissimo Ptogetto Italiano 3 Authors: T. Marin, M.A. Cernigliaro - Edilingua
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
Through in-depth study of grammatical and conversational structures, the students will refine their knowledge of Italian fundamental and idiomatic expressions.
Tuition: $400 (book not included) 12 Weeks
Instructor: Bahie D'Ambrosio
Course book: Nuovissimo Ptogetto Italiano 3 Authors: T. Marin, M.A. Cernigliaro - Edilingua
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
Fluency in Italian will be provided through spontaneous conversation and review of stylistic expressions and refined grammar patterns.
Tuition: $400 (book not included) 12 Weeks
Instructor: Ingrid Nifosi
Course book: Nuovissimo Ptogetto Italiano 3 Authors: T. Marin, M.A. Cernigliaro - Edilingua
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
ADVANCED REVIEW
The course is designed for students who have completed the advanced courses and want to keep practicing their reading comprehension, expand their vocabulary, improve their grammar and acquire better fluency.
Tuition: $400 (book not included) 12 Weeks
Instructor: Several
Course book: Nuovo Magari C1/C2; Author A .De Giuli; C. Guastalla; C.M. Naddeo – Alma Edizioni
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
DEEP INTO ITALIAN REVIEW 2
The course is intended for those who have completed Deep Into Italian 1 and wish to maintain and improve their proficiency. Students will study more complex grammar structures, advanced vocabulary and Italian collocations, to learn how to use the language like a native speaker. Authentic material will be used to practice their aural and reading comprehension.
Tuition: $400 (book not included) 12 Weeks
Instructor: Ingrid Nifosi
The learning material is free and will be provided by the course’s instructor.
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
DEEP INTO ITALIAN REVIEW 3
The course is intended for those who have completed Deep Into Italian 2 and wish to maintain and improve their proficiency. Students will study more complex grammar structures, advanced vocabulary and Italian collocations, to learn how to use the language like a native speaker. Authentic material will be used to practice their aural and reading comprehension.
Tuition: $400 (book not included) 12 Weeks
Instructor: Lina Gioia
The learning material is free and will be provided by the course’s instructor.
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
CONVERSATION CLASSES
INTERMEDIATE CONVERSATION
on Sunday
This course is intended for intermediate-level students. It devoted to the first Italian historical novel set in Northern Italy in 1628.
Written in the early 1800’s, the book develops several themes surrounding the contested love between Renzo and Lucia, their struggle and final marriage.
Students will read excerpts of the book and watch the movie. There will be reading and listening comprehension exercises, with grammar clarifications, as needed.
Tuition: $400 (book not included) 12 Weeks
Instructor: Silvana De Luca
Course book: "I promessi Sposi : episodi e personaggi” by Alessandro Manzoni
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
INTERMEDIATE CONVERSATION
on Tuesday
In this course, students will discuss, investigate, and learn about contemporary Italian society and culture. Incorporating the rich traditions of the Bel Paese, the class will explore today’s Italy through the lens of pivotal themes, such as food, fashion, family dynamics, and the arts.
Tuition: $400 - 12 Weeks
Instructor: Clorinda Guida
The learning material is free and will be provided by the course’s instructor.
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
INTERMEDIATE CONVERSATION
on Monday and Wednesday
In this course, students will discuss, investigate, and learn about contemporary Italian society and culture. Incorporating the rich traditions of the Bel Paese, the class will explore today’s Italy through the lens of pivotal themes, such as food, fashion, family dynamics, and the arts.
Tuition: $400 - 12 Weeks
Instructor: Margherita Bebi
The learning material is free and will be provided by the course’s instructor.
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
SHORT STORY READING CLUB
(Intermediate Conversation)
Do you love reading and discussing literature but prefer to read something shorter than a book? Have you heard of “flash fiction”, “microfiction” or “twitterature”? These terms refer to very short pieces of writing. In this club, each week before the club meeting, we will read a short story, from single-digit word stories to longer texts, but none longer than about 1000 words. During the club we will discuss the short story using the literature circle format. Each week students will take on a different role in the discussion such as cultural connector, word master, plot summarizer or discussion leader. The teacher and students will also take turns choosing stories which will represent authors from around the world. Come explore the world of global short fiction with us!
Tuition: $235 - 12 Weeks
Instructor: Maria Carmelo Amodio
The learning material is free and will be provided by the course’s instructor.
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
ADVANCED CONVERSATION & CULTURE
Advanced students with an excellent command of Italian will converse on social issues elicited from video, articles and excerpts provided by the instructor. The course is geared to improve conversation and fluency. Written and oral productions are encouraged. Grammar will be covered as it emerges from class discussions.
Tuition: $400 - 12 Weeks
Instructor: Bahie D'Ambrosio
The learning material will be provided by the course’s instructor.
Please review schedule in the Enroll Section!
TUTORIALS
“One-on-One” $70/hr per person
“One-on-Two” $55/hr per person
“One-on-Three” $50/hr per person
"One-on-Four” $45/hr per person