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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Tue
15
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
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
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
Start Italian from zero with our Online Beginners Italian Course A1.1. Learn grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation in live Zoom lessons.
£380.00
6 tickets left
Thu
24
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
6 tickets left
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.