The British School IH Pisa was a vital part of my education, and I think it was a key to my success as a Professor in the United States
British School International House Pisa รจ stata fondata nel 1978, quando Robin Routledge, guidato dalla sua passione per lโeducazione e dallโamore per lโItalia, aprรฌ la prima scuola di lingua inglese a Pisa.
Negli ultimi quarantโanni, la scuola รจ diventata un punto di riferimento sul territorio, aiutando migliaia di residenti e studenti internazionali ad ampliare le proprie opportunitร e ad accedere a un futuro piรน globale attraverso lโinglese.
Oggi, British School IH Pisa comprende due sedi fisiche (a Pisa e Pontedera), una scuola online ed รจ Cambridge English Platinum Exam Centre, avendo somministrato oltre 3.000 esami certificati in un solo anno accademico. Oltre ai corsi in sede e online, British School IH Pisa collabora attivamente con universitร , aziende, enti e scuole statali in tutta la Toscana.
La nostra missione va oltre lโinsegnamento della lingua: miriamo a creare un ambiente inclusivo, motivante e professionale in cui ogni studente sia supportato nel raggiungimento dei propri obiettivi. Ogni discente riceve unโattenzione personalizzata da parte di un team di docenti altamente formati e appassionati.
Crediamo fortemente nellโinclusivitร e siamo specializzati nella didattica per studenti con DSA, grazie a materiali e metodi personalizzati come apprendimento cinestetico, role-play, ebook e strumenti visivi.
I nostri corsi sono rivolti a studenti dai 3 anni in su fino agli adulti, con formule flessibili in presenza, online o in modalitร ibrida.
Lโingresso nella rete International House World Organisation (IHWO) nellโaprile 2025 ha rafforzato ulteriormente la nostra apertura internazionale.British School IH Pisa porta nella rete IH una forte esperienza nella didattica inclusiva, pratiche sostenibili (come scuola certificata Green Standard) e un impegno costante verso lโinnovazione. La nostra partecipazione a progetti Erasmus+, inclusi quelli dedicati allo sviluppo di strumenti di valutazione multilingue, riflette la nostra volontร di esplorare nuove prospettive educative.
Come British School International House Pisa, continuiamo a unire la forza di un marchio internazionale con il calore di una comunitร locale.Siamo impegnati a offrire unโeducazione linguistica di alta qualitร , inclusiva e innovativa โ con passione, competenza e visione.
TOMMASO Professor of Classics at Yale University
First of all, I want to start with a disclaimer: Iโm passionate about foreign languages and very selective when it comes to courses.
Iโve been attending the C2 course at the school for a year now to keep up my English practice, and Iโm more than satisfied: the teachers are exceptional, and I can attend several hours of lessons per week, at times that are really convenientโeven for someone like me who works all day.
Since September 2020, Iโve also enrolled my teenage daughter. Sheโs not a big fan of studying, but she feels completely at ease here because the lessons are useful, practical, and funโand I have to say, sheโs improving a lot!
Priscilla Butini
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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**
– A1โA2 (Beginner)For those just starting out, focusing on basic phrases, greetings, and simple sentence structures.
– B1โB2 (Intermediate)For learners aiming to communicate more fluently, expanding vocabulary and grammar for more complex conversations.
– C1โC2 (Advanced)For those working toward full proficiency, including academic, professional, and advanced colloquial Italian.
**Types of Courses:**
– Individual lessons: Fully tailored to each studentโs goalsโideal for focused, personalised learning.
– Mini-groups (2โ4 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.
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 cafรฉs, 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.
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Start your teaching journey here. Take your first step into English language teaching โ 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 schoolโs resources. By the end of the course, youโll have experience in teaching both in a real classroom and remotely.