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Italian classes in Neuchâtel

The lyrics of « Bella Ciao » intrigue you but remain a mystery? 

You have just found the ideal partner to decrypt them! Our Italian Courses will delight you and you will rapidly feel as at ease as Casonova himself in this beautiful language.

The schedules vary from one class to the other; you can either chose to participate in a group lesson, which happens mostly in the evenings (between 5 pm & 9 pm) and will last 90 to 120 minutes, depending on the option. On the contrary, if you select a private, semi-private or intensive class, the lessons will take place at your best convenience.

Before starting any class, we offer a test level along with a trial lesson, free of charge. This will allow you to discover the school and confirm us what class would suit you & your needs best.

Our Italian lessons, taught only by highly qualified experienced & native-speaking teachers can take multiple forms; group classes (between 3-7 people) or private, semi-private and intensive classes.

Our courses

Private classes

Our private classes in Neuchâtel can take place whenever you’d like during the week. Learning in a “one-to-one” setting will offer you a tailor made teaching, suited for your needs.

Group classes

The group classes usually take place in the evenings, between 5pm and 9.30pm. Those courses last between 1h30 and 2h depending on the level as well as the goal of the class (general or exam preparation).

Online classes

You have a very tight schedule or you travel a lot? We also have a solution: “e-learning” classes. With those modules, you can log in and learn at whatever time period with qualified teachers.

Intensive classes

Our intensive classes have multiple forms: for children or adults, in private or small group, throughout the year or during holidays, taking place at your best convenience.

Define your objectives

We offer preparatory courses for various internationally recognised examinations.
Depending on your objectives and your current level, we will be able to advise you in your choice.

A1 - Basic user

Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and bery basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. Can introduce themself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where they live, people they know and things they have. Can interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.

A2 - Basic user

Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevane (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment). Can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters. Can describe in simple terms aspects of their background, immediate environment and matters in areas of immediate need.

B1 - Independent user

Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. Can produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. Can describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes & ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.

B2 - Independent user

Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in their field of specialisation. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explin a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.

C1 - Proficient user

Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning. Can express themself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Can produce clear, well structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices.

C2 - Proficient user

Can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. Can summarise information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation. Can express themself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in more complex situations.

Pass an examination and get your certificate

Suited to your needs

Here at the Balkan School, we walk you through your different choices and help you pick the best class to achieve your goals. Discover our process and enjoy a free test level!

Enjoy a free test

We offer an evaluation test – free of charge – allowing us to offer you the most convenient course adapted to your specific needs.