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Italian lessons designed for adult learners

Flexible scheduling and a pace that respects the rest of your life, whether that's work, family, or both.

Learning a language as an adult is different from learning one in school — you have less spare time, more competing priorities, and (usually) a much clearer sense of why you're doing it. Lessons should reflect that.

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Italian lessons designed for adult learners

Upcoming Group Classes

Booking is handled by Of Course Italian — you'll complete your booking on their site.

Tue

15

15 September · 17:30 – 19:00

Beginner Italian Course A1.1 – Tuesdays at 5:30pm
In Person

Beginner Italian A1.1 course in Covent Garden. Learn essential grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation to communicate confidently for travel or work.

Italian Classes in Covent Garden

£564.00

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Tue

15

15 September · 19:15 – 20:45

Beginner Italian Lessons A1.1 Tuesdays at 7:15pm
In Person

Our evening Beginner Italian Lessons in Covent Garden allows you to learn essential grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation to communicate confidently for travel or work.

Italian Classes in Covent Garden

£564.00

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Mon

21

21 September · 11:30 – 13:00

Lunchtime Italian Course
Online

Start Italian from zero with our Online Lunchtime Italian Course A1.1. Learn grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation in live Zoom lessons.

£380.00

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Thu

24

24 September · 17:00 – 18:30

Online Beginners Italian A1.1
Online

Start Italian from zero with our Online Beginners Italian Course A1.1. Learn grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation in live Zoom lessons.

£380.00

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Thu

24

24 September · 18:45 – 20:15

A2.1 pre/intermediate Online Italian Course
Online

Take your intermediate Italian to the next level with this live online Zoom course. Designed for learners with around 180 hours of previous study or those who have completed Nuovo Espresso Book 2, the course develops confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing through practical conversations, role plays and interactive activities. Learn from an experienced tutor, receive personalised feedback, and strengthen your communication skills for travel, work and everyday life—all from the comfort of your home.

£380.00

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Adult learners tend to do best with lessons that fit around, rather than compete with, everything else going on — which is why scheduling flexibility is built into how we work, including early morning, evening, and weekend slots.

Motivation for adult learners is often tied to something specific: a heritage connection, an upcoming move, a relationship, or simply a long-held interest finally being acted on. Naming that reason helps your tutor keep lessons relevant when life gets busy.

Progress as an adult learner is rarely linear — some weeks will be light on practice, others heavier. A good tutor adjusts pace accordingly rather than treating every gap as falling behind.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it harder to learn a language as an adult?

Adults often learn grammar and structure faster than children, though building instinctive fluency can take longer. Consistent practice matters more than age.

What if I can only commit to one lesson every two weeks?

That's manageable — your tutor will pace lessons accordingly and suggest light practice for the weeks in between.

Can lessons work around an unpredictable work schedule?

Yes — many adult students reschedule lessons around work commitments; just give your tutor as much notice as you can.

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