British School International House Pisa

Located in the historic centre of Pisa with a beautiful view of the Arno River, British School International House Pisa offers a wide range of Italian courses for anyone looking to learn or improve their Italian. Its strategic location and welcoming environment make it the ideal place to fully immerse yourself in the Italian language and culture.

Course Levels Offered

• A1–A2 (Beginner)For those just starting out, focusing on basic phrases, greetings, and simple sentence structures.
• B1–B2 (Intermediate)For learners aiming to communicate more fluently, expanding vocabulary and grammar for more complex conversations.
• C1–C2 (Advanced)For those working toward full proficiency, including academic, professional, and advanced colloquial Italian.

Types of Courses:

• Individual lessons: Fully tailored to each student’s goals—ideal for focused, personalised learning.
• Mini-groups (2–4 students): Interactive and highly customised.
• Group courses: Dynamic, social classes for learners who enjoy a collaborative environment.

Business Italian: Tailored for professionals and companies needing industry-specific Italian. Available both online and in person, with a focus on technical language and professional communication.

Italian Language Methodology for Teachers (L2): Designed for teachers of Italian as a second language. Courses focus on innovative teaching techniques, managing multicultural classrooms, and developing effective learning materials.

More Than a Language Course: A Full Cultural Experience: Learning Italian at British School International House Pisa goes beyond the classroom. Our students have the chance to:- Visit iconic landmarks like Piazza dei Miracoli, Museo di San Matteo, and hidden gems of the city.- Enjoy guided cultural walks, museum visits, and artisan workshops, participate in cooking classes, food tastings, and seasonal events. - Take part in conversation exchanges and social evenings with locals and international learners.

These cultural activities are designed to reinforce language skills in authentic settings and provide a rich, memorable experience of Italian life.

The City

Pisa is a small, welcoming city in Tuscany, best known for its famous Leaning Tower, but it also has a lot to offer beyond the postcard image. With its compact size and relaxed pace, it's easy to explore on foot and ideal for students and visitors who want to experience everyday life in Italy.

The city has a rich history, quiet streets full of character, and a strong university presence that brings a mix of local and international people. From the banks of the Arno River to the historic piazzas and cafés, Pisa offers a simple but authentic atmosphere.

Well-connected by train, Pisa is also a good base for visiting nearby towns like Lucca, Florence, and the Tuscan coast.

Start your teaching journey here. Take your first step into English language teaching – in the beautiful Italian city of Pisa.

The CELTA course provides practical, initial training in teaching English as a foreign language, and NILE is delighted to work with our partners at The British School IH Pisa to deliver this course at their premises.

The mixed-mode CELTA course runs full time over four and a half weeks and takes place first online, then at The British School IH Pisa. For the weeks you study online, your course will be a mix of online study, live sessions with learners and tutor support. As the course continues face to face at the Pisa course centre you will teach learners living locally and have full access to all the school’s resources. By the end of the course, you’ll have experience in teaching both in a real classroom and remotely.