Our welcoming Italian group language classes place you together with students at a similar language level.
Depending on the season, you’ll study either once or twice a week for a total of 18 hours.
Program Details
Face-to-face, Small-Group Italian lessons in Northampton or online
At ILI, we’re all about creating community and encouraging human interaction.
Face-to-face Italian classes means that all of our Italian classes take place in real time, with real, qualified Italian teachers.
All groups are generally small, with an average of six students per class.
Program Info
Tuition Fees$449 – $479 for 6 or 12 weeks
Language levelsBeginners and up
Location
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In-person
In-person lessons take place at our campus in downtown Northampton, MA and require your physical attendance.
In‑person
Minimum age17
FrequencyOnce/Twice per week
Group Size
Average6
Maximum12
Course Timings
Duration6 and 12 weeks
Study time18 hours
Schedule
Our group Italian classes run face-to-face in our friendly school in downtown Northampton.
We have two options which run on different dates throughout the year.
12-week program, with one class of 1.5 hours per week in spring and fall
6-week semi-intensive program, with two classes of 1.5 hours per week in winter and summer
Class times and days depend on your level of Italian, and we’ll check in with you shortly after you book to establish your level and confirm which days and times your class will be.
For details on start dates and cost, please click on the Schedule & Cost tab.
Benefits
Group Italian classes are a great way to:
Learn collaboratively in a small group environment
Have plenty of opportunity to speak with others and try out your new skills
Enjoy a variety of speaking, listening, reading and writing
Progress steadily in Italian and take time between lessons to revise and learn
Socialise and get to know new people through the shared goal of learning Spanish.
Our teachers
Our Italian teacher has a tremendous amount of experience delivering informative and engaging lessons in a safe environment where students feel free to take risks in learning Italian while having fun with their classmates.
We offer group Italian programs four times a year, IN-PERSON:
Summer Program
July 7 – Aug 14, 2025$449 until June 9 then $479Two class per week, 6-week semi-intensive Summer program
Fall Program
Sept. 16 – Dec 11, 2025$449 until Aug. 11 then $479One class per week, 12-weeks (No Classes Oct. 13, Nov. 27 & 28)
Winter Program
Jan 20 – March 9, 2026$449 until Dec. 16 then $479Two class per week for 6-weeks (No Classes Feb. 16)
Spring Program
March 30 – June 18, 2026 $449 until Feb 23 then $479One class per week for 12-weeks (No Classes Apr. 20)
SUMMER Italian Program levels, days and times
Below you’ll find details of all the class times and days for our IN-PERSON Italian classes in downtown Northampton. The times and days of your Italian courses in Northampton depend on your current level of Italian.
You can use our level descriptions to calculate your level and check what time your lessons will take place.
Don’t worry if you’re not 100% sure of your level, you can request a level assessment below.
One-week Italian Intensive:
SUMMER Intensive
Mon. – Fri. 10am – 1:30pm
Travel Italian for Beginners
June 23 – 27
Options for twice a week Italian classes:
SUMMER
July 7 – August 14
Classes meet twice a week for 6 weeks
Level
DAY CLASSES
NIGHT CLASSES
Level 1
Monday & Wednesday 5pm – 6:30pm
Level 2
Tuesday & Thursday 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Level 4
Tuesday & Thursday 3:00pm – 4:30pm
Options for Italian classes that meet once per week:
Level
DAY CLASSES
NIGHT CLASSES
Cost: $225 until June. 9 then $240
Level 2+ – Pronunciation*
Wednesday 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Level 3+ – Vocabolario e Conversazione
Tuesday 5:00pm – 6:30pm
Level 4+ – La Cucina (1) Italiana*
Monday 3:00pm – 4:30pm
Level 6+ – Preposizioni Italiana*
Thursday 5:00 – 6:30pm
Classes Descriptions
Travel Italian for Beginners – Planning a trip to Italy? This fun and friendly course is designed for beginners who want to speak Italian with confidence while traveling. Learn essential phrases for greetings, ordering food, shopping, asking for directions, and more—all through interactive role-plays, pair work, and cultural tips. Perfect for beginner students ready to bring their Italian to life on the road!
Pronunciation Intensive – With correct pronunciation, your Italian will not only sound more beautiful, but you’ll also be more easily understood. We will focus on listening, reading, and spelling, with an emphasis on the most difficult sounds for English speakers, as well as intonation and word stress.
La Cucina Italiana – In this deliciously fun class, you’ll practice food and cooking vocabulary, learn how to read and write recipes in Italian, and explore the rich gastronomic traditions of Italy. From classic dishes to regional specialties, we’ll mix language learning with cultural discovery through hands-on activities, lively discussions, and a shared love of Italian cuisine.
Vocabolario e Conversazione Italiano – Increase your lexicon and grow your ease with spontaneous conversation in Italian! This class will include short vocabulary lessons followed by themed conversation prompts. Students will be grouped according to level for the conversation portion of the class. Great for students ready to move beyond the basics and talk more fluently in Italian.
Preposizioni – This grammar focus takes a deep dive into the many uses of prepositions in Italian. We will study the grammar rules behind them, and then practice through conversation and games.
SPRING Italian Program levels, days and times
Below you’ll find details of all the class times and days for our IN-PERSON Italian classes in downtown Northampton. The times and days of your Italian courses in Northampton depend on your current level of Italian.
You can use our level descriptions to calculate your level and check what time your lessons will take place.
Don’t worry if you’re not 100% sure of your level, you can request a level assessment below.
SPRING
March 24 – June 12, 2025
12 Weeks
Level
DAY CLASSES
NIGHT CLASSES
Level 1
Thursday 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Level 2
Tuesday 3:00pm – 4:30pm
Wednesday – FULL 6:15pm – 7:45pm Please email to be on the waitlist heather@ili.edu
Level 3/4
Thursday 3:00pm – 4:30pm
Tuesday 5:00pm – 6:30pm
Level 6/7
Thursday 5:00pm – 6:30pm
Find out as soon as new dates are posted
More days, dates and class times will be published later in the year. Please sign up for our newsletter below or follow us on Instagram and we’ll update you as soon as the new dates are released.
We assign optional homework as many of our students are working adults with very busy schedules. However, we encourage our students to practice outside of class as much as possible.
Some of our teachers are native speakers and others have native and near native fluency.
Yes! ILI is an approved provider of Professional Development Points for Massachusetts.
We do not allow this as we have found that it is disruptive to the class as they build a trusting community that enables students to take risks in learning. It’s also difficult for teachers to have students come and go.
We do not currently offer scholarships in the World Language program.
No, there is no financial aid for language classes. However, Career counselors at MassHire Career Centers can help you apply for an Individual Training Account (ITA), which provides financial support to job seekers who need occupational skills training in order to successfully re-enter the workforce. Eligible individuals choose from a pre-approved list of training courses, which include English teacher training courses and TESOL course distance learning, and tuition costs are paid directly out of the ITA. To find out if you are eligible for an ITA for your TESOL Certificate cost, please contact a MassHire Career Center.
Our students in the World Language Program tend to be aged anywhere between 17 and 88 years old.
Having a hard copy of your class book can be a real help. You can pick one up at our school in Northampton. Just give us a heads up when you can drop by so that we have one ready for you.
Take a little time before class to get your online learning environment ready. We recommend having good lighting and being within 2-3 feet of your computer camera. This way the teacher and other students can have a more visual feel for how students are reacting to lessons and activities. Have a notebook and something to write with.
Read the 7 Strategies for Success in your ILI workbook.
We always recommend that students take a little time before and or after your class to review the lessons.
Yes, we are happy to help you to enroll in the class that’s best for your level. Assessment are painless and are done via phone and take about 10-15 minutes. Simply fill out the assessment request form and we will be in touch shortly.
Policy applies to classes that are paid in full. In case the class is cancelled a full refund will be issued within 30 days.
If you withdraw…Refund
Before class begins100%
Before midpoint of your class50%
After midpoint of your classno refund
Complaint Procedure
Students are encouraged to voice their opinions during feedback in class and directly to the instructor. If a student has further concerns about the class or program, World Language students should contact the World Language Coordinator, Heather Hall, by email. Further concerns should be brought to the attention of the Executive Director, Caroline Gear. Contact information is below. Students will receive a confirmation of receipt of complaint within 7 days. The final step in resolving a complaint is to contact ACCET, the agency that accredits the school. You can find the ACCET complaint procedure here.
ILI prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, national origin, mental or physical handicap, political belief or affiliation, membership or non-membership in any organization, or veteran status in any aspect of the administration or treatment of students or in employment. ILI is committed to ensure that all of its services are accessible to qualified persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
ILI is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training and the International Association of Language Centres and a member of the American Association on Intensive English Programs
Our summer Italian courses are always live and face-to-face with an ILI teacher, in very small groups, and are creative and engaging making learning fun!
Vita Thiel learned Italian in ILI’s World Language Program
