Online Italian B1 course in a small group
Join our B1 Italian group and move from basic communication to more fluent and confident Italian. Develop your speaking skills, expand your vocabulary, strengthen your grammar and learn to understand authentic spoken Italian.
B1 Italian for confident communication
This course is designed for students who have already completed A2 level and want to speak more fluently, understand more and use Italian confidently in everyday life.
- Take part in conversations on familiar and everyday topics
- Express opinions, explain reasons and talk about events and experiences
- Better understand spoken Italian, dialogues and audio materials
- Expand your B1-level vocabulary
- Strengthen verb tenses, pronouns, the congiuntivo and other B1 structures
- Read and understand more complex texts in Italian
Who is the B1 Italian course for?
This course is designed for students who have already reached A2 level and want to move towards more fluent and independent communication in Italian. Lessons take place online in a small group with an Italian teacher.
You have already completed A2 level
You know the main verb tenses and basic grammar structures, can communicate in simple situations and are ready to move on to the next level of Italian.
You want to speak more confidently
You can already communicate in Italian, but you want to spend less time thinking about every sentence, respond more quickly and take part in conversations more naturally.
You find spoken Italian difficult to understand
During the course, you will regularly work with listening activities, dialogues and authentic spoken Italian, gradually becoming more comfortable with a natural speaking pace.
You live or plan to live in Italy
B1 level helps you feel more confident in everyday situations: communicating with people, dealing with practical matters, talking about yourself and understanding others.
You want to expand your vocabulary
You will develop a broader active vocabulary and learn to use new words and expressions in real situations instead of simply recognising them in a textbook.
You want to organise and strengthen your grammar
We will consolidate the structures you already know and gradually introduce B1 grammar needed for more accurate, natural and confident communication.
Upcoming B1 Italian groups
Choose the most convenient time and join our online B1 Italian group. Lessons take place in a small group so that every student has plenty of opportunities to speak, interact and practise Italian.
Evening B1 Italian group
Morning B1 Italian group
What you will learn in the B1 Italian course
At B1 level, you move beyond basic Italian towards more independent and confident communication. You will expand your vocabulary, strengthen your grammar and learn to use Italian more naturally in real-life situations.
Talk about yourself and your experiences
Talk about past events, personal experiences, habits, changes in your life, travel and important events with greater confidence and detail.
Express your opinions
Explain your point of view, agree and disagree, compare different options, give reasons and take an active part in discussions.
Communicate in everyday situations
Handle common situations in Italy: ask for information, explain a problem, make requests, arrange things and ask for clarification when necessary.
Work and professional communication
Talk about your job and profession, describe skills and responsibilities, understand job advertisements and use Italian in common workplace situations.
Plans, wishes and possibilities
Talk about future plans, intentions, possibilities and wishes, give advice and discuss different possible outcomes and situations.
Understand spoken Italian
Work with dialogues and audio materials and learn to understand the main ideas and important details of Italian spoken at a natural pace.
Read and understand B1-level texts
Read emails, messages, articles, notices and other authentic texts, identify key information and understand the general context.
Speak more fluently
Expand your active vocabulary, connect ideas more naturally and gradually move from short answers to longer and more confident conversations.
B1 Italian grammar
Grammar is not studied in isolation. You will actively use new structures in speaking, texts, dialogues and practical exercises.
Not sure if your current Italian level is suitable for the B1 group?
Take the free Italian level testHow our online B1 Italian group course works
The course combines structured grammar and vocabulary work with active speaking practice. Each lesson helps you not only understand new language, but also start using it immediately in real conversations in Italian.
Live online lessons on Zoom
Join the lesson in real time, ask the teacher questions and complete activities together with the other students in your B1 group.
Native Italian teacher
You will regularly hear natural Italian, work on your pronunciation and gradually become more comfortable understanding authentic spoken Italian.
Small group classes
A small number of participants gives every student more opportunities to speak, receive feedback and actively take part in dialogues.
Speaking practice
During the lessons you will discuss real-life topics, practise everyday situations and learn to express your ideas without constantly translating from your native language.
Coursebook and additional materials
We use Nuovo Espresso 3 together with additional grammar exercises, audio materials and practical activities prepared by the teacher.
Homework and practice
Between lessons you will practise vocabulary, grammar, reading and writing to consolidate what you have learned and start using it actively.
Would you like to join our next B1 Italian group?
Send us your request. We will check your current level, tell you about the available schedules and help you choose between a morning or evening group.
How much does the B1 Italian course cost?
Study regularly in a small online group with two lessons per week, a structured learning programme and continuous Italian language practice.
How the course is organised
Package of 10 lessons
- 10 live 60-minute lessons
- 2 lessons per week
- Native Italian teacher
- Small-group classes
- Lesson recordings
- Learning materials
- Homework and practice activities
Before joining the group, we recommend checking your current Italian level.
A package of 10 lessons is one learning module, not the entire B1 level. Reaching a solid B1 requires completing the programme progressively and practising regularly between lessons. The total duration depends on your starting level, your learning pace and the amount of practice you do outside the classroom.
What you will be able to do in Italian at B1 level
B1 is an important stage where Italian becomes a practical tool for real communication. You are no longer limited to short, basic phrases: you can take part in conversations independently, explain your ideas and understand the main points of everyday communication.
Take part in conversations
You will be able to talk about familiar topics, describe events, plans and experiences, ask questions and keep a conversation going without constantly switching to another language.
Express your opinions
You will learn to explain your point of view, agree and disagree, give simple arguments and explain the reasons behind your choices.
Understand spoken Italian better
You will be able to understand the main points of conversations, announcements, interviews and other audio content when the topic is familiar to you.
Read B1-level Italian texts
You will be able to understand emails, messages, articles, notices and texts on everyday topics, identifying both the main information and important details.
Write clear, connected texts
You will be able to write messages, emails and short texts, describe events and experiences, express your opinion and connect sentences in a clear and coherent way.
Handle everyday situations in Italy
You will feel more confident communicating in public offices, shops, at work, while travelling and in other everyday situations where you need to use Italian independently.
B1 is an independent-user level
At this stage, you can already use Italian independently in many familiar everyday situations. After reaching a solid B1 level, the next step is B2, where you develop greater fluency, accuracy and flexibility in communication.
Not sure if you are ready to start B1?
Take our free Italian level test. Based on your result, we will tell you whether the B1 group is suitable for you or whether it would be better to review some A2 topics first.
B1 Italian course and B1 Cittadinanza preparation are not the same
A general B1 Italian course is designed to develop your overall language skills, while B1 Cittadinanza preparation focuses primarily on the specific exam format required for Italian citizenship.
B1 Italian language course
This option is ideal if you want to genuinely develop your B1 Italian and use the language confidently in everyday life, at work, while studying and in social situations.
- Speaking practice and fluency development
- B1 grammar and vocabulary
- Reading, listening and writing practice
- Work with Nuovo Espresso 3
- Structured progression through B1 level
- A solid foundation for moving on to B2
B1 Cittadinanza
This is a separate preparation course for students who need to take a recognised B1-level Italian exam for their Italian citizenship application.
- Understanding the exam structure
- Practice with exam-style tasks
- Reading and listening preparation
- Preparation for the written section
- Preparation for the speaking section
- Strategies for completing exam tasks
Which option should you choose?
If your goal is to improve your overall Italian, choose the complete B1 language course. If you need a certificate for Italian citizenship and your Italian is already at B1 level, you can move on to specific exam preparation. If you are not sure about your current level, start with our free test.
Frequently asked questions about the B1 Italian course
Answers to the most common questions about our online B1 Italian group, schedule, programme and course format.
What level do I need to start the B1 Italian course?
To start the B1 course, you should already have a solid A2 level: understand basic grammar, use the main verb tenses and communicate in simple everyday situations. If you are not sure about your level, you can take our free online Italian level test before enrolling.
When does the next B1 Italian group start?
The next evening group starts on 2 September. Lessons take place on Mondays and Wednesdays at 8:00 PM, Italian time.
Is there a morning B1 Italian group?
Yes. We are currently forming a new morning B1 group. The exact lesson days and times will be agreed with the participants. You can send us your request and indicate which morning times are most convenient for you.
How often are the B1 classes?
The group meets twice a week. This schedule allows you to practise Italian regularly while still leaving enough time for homework, revision and independent practice between lessons.
How long is each lesson?
Each B1 group lesson lasts 60 minutes and takes place live online on Zoom.
Which coursebook do you use for B1?
The course is based on Nuovo Espresso 3, which is designed for B1-level students. The teacher also uses additional grammar exercises, audio materials and speaking activities.
What happens if I miss a lesson?
Recordings are available for group lessons. If you cannot attend a class live, you can watch the recording and complete the assigned activities so that you can keep up with the rest of the group.
Can I join the B1 group after it has already started?
It depends on how many lessons have already taken place and whether your current Italian level matches the group. Send us a request and we will check whether you can join the current group without missing essential material.
How long does it take to complete the full B1 level?
The complete B1 level is not limited to one package of 10 lessons. The programme is completed progressively in modules. The total duration depends on your starting level, the pace of the group and how much independent practice you do.
How much does the B1 Italian group course cost?
A package of 10 live online lessons of 60 minutes costs €125. The price includes small-group lessons, learning materials and access to lesson recordings.
Does this course prepare me for the B1 Cittadinanza exam?
This is primarily a complete B1 language course designed to develop grammar, vocabulary, listening comprehension and speaking skills.
If your goal is to take a B1 Cittadinanza exam, once you have reached the required B1 level we recommend taking a separate course focused specifically on the exam format and its tasks.
Can I take the course if I live outside Italy?
Yes. The course is completely online, so you can join from anywhere in the world. All lesson times are shown in Italian time.
Would you like to join our B1 Italian group?
Request information if you already know your level, or take our free Italian level test first. We will help you choose the most suitable group.
Ready to move up to B1 Italian?
Improve your spoken Italian, expand your vocabulary and study B1 grammar step by step with a native Italian teacher and other students at your level.
Monday & Wednesday · 8:00 PM
Italian time
The schedule will be arranged according to participants' availability.
Not sure about your level? Take our free Italian level test first — we will help you understand whether the B1 group is right for you.
