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Educational Benefits of a Child Learning Italian

  1. Brain Development: Learning a language at a young age strengthens cognitive abilities. Bilingual children often show improved problem-solving skills, creativity, and memory.

  2. Cultural Awareness: Introducing a child to Italian immerses them in a rich tapestry of history, art, and literature. It nurtures an appreciation for cultural diversity and global perspectives.

  3. Foundation for Other Languages: Italian is a Romance language, closely related to Spanish, French, Portuguese, and Romanian. A grounding in Italian can make acquiring these languages easier.

  4. Improved Academic Performance: Studies have shown that bilingual students often outperform their monolingual peers in standardized tests, including in subjects like math and reading.

  5. Enhanced Multitasking: Bilingual children become adept at switching between two systems of speech, writing, and structure. This skill often translates to better multitasking abilities in other areas.

  6. Literary Richness: Italy has a vast literary tradition, from Dante's "Divine Comedy" to modern literature. Learning Italian can open doors to original texts, fostering a deeper appreciation and comprehension.

  7. Increased Opportunities: From study abroad programs in Italy to exchanges, knowing Italian can provide students with unique educational experiences not available to their monolingual peers.

  8. Connection to Music: Italian is the language of opera and classical music. A familiarity with the language can deepen a child's understanding and appreciation of these art forms.

Incorporating Italian into a child's education not only provides them with a new means of communication but also cultivates a range of cognitive and cultural benefits that will serve them throughout their lives.

We offer three tiers of instruction: 

Tier 1: FREE! No charge at all. Enjoy the course for the entire school year. Includes 30 minute live classes, 2 times per week. This option does not include supporting course materials or assignment grading.

Tier 2: $35 for the school year (ends May 15 2024). Includes 30 minute live class instruction, 2 times per week. Also includes supporting course materials, worksheets, videos, and assignment grading.

Tier 3: High School Credit Package, $110 Total. This option grants transferable high school credit for students in grades 6 through 12, who successfully complete the course. $35 application fee, and $75 credit evaluation fee. It also includes all resources in Tier 2.

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