Italian for Beginners (A1–A2)
An online Italian language course for beginners — from zero to a confident A2 level, with experienced native-speaking teachers.
- From scratch — no prior knowledge required
- Online lessons at a convenient time
- Individual lessons or mini-groups
- Preparation for CILS A2 (Permesso di Soggiorno)
Suitable for adults and for those who have never studied Italian before. This program is part of our complete Italian Course Online.
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Who is the A1–A2 Italian course for?
This course is designed for adults who want to start learning Italian from scratch
or build a solid and structured foundation of the language.
You have never studied Italian
We will start with the alphabet, pronunciation, and basic phrases — at a comfortable pace, without stress.
You studied Italian a long time ago and forgot a lot
The course will help you refresh your knowledge and build a clear, structured foundation of the language.
You are planning to move to or live in Italy
Preparation for everyday communication, paperwork, and the CILS A2 exam.
You need Italian for work or studies
You will learn to understand spoken Italian, speak confidently, and use the language in real-life situations.
You want to study online at a convenient time
Individual lessons or mini-groups — adapted to your schedule.
Which learning format should you choose: individual lessons or mini-group?
Choose the Italian learning format that best fits your goals, learning pace, and schedule.
Individual Italian Lessons
Ideal if you want to study at your own pace and focus on personal goals — relocation, work, exams, or confident communication.-
A personalised learning programme
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100% teacher attention
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Flexible lesson schedule
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Maximum progress in the shortest time
Mini-Group Italian Lessons
Ideal if you value live interaction, practice with other students, and a comfortable learning pace in a small group.-
2–4 students per group
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Plenty of speaking practice
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A structured learning programme
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More affordable price
How Online Italian Learning Works
A clear and simple learning structure — from your first lesson to a confident A2 level.
Introduction and level assessment
Before you start, we assess your current level, goals, and schedule
to choose the most suitable learning format and teacher for you.
Online lessons via Zoom
All lessons take place online via Zoom at a time convenient for you.
Classes are fully interactive and include dialogues, exercises, and speaking practice.
Learning with a teacher
You study with an experienced teacher or a native speaker
who explains the material clearly and adapts the pace to your needs.
Lesson structure and results
Each lesson includes grammar, vocabulary, and speaking practice.
You gradually move from simple phrases to confident communication.
What you will learn at A1–A2 levels
A1 Level — Basic Italian
The A1 level is the starting point of learning Italian.
You will learn to:
- read and pronounce words correctly
- introduce yourself and talk about yourself
- ask simple questions
- use basic grammar
- understand simple spoken Italian
Vocabulary and topics:
- introductions
- family
- professions
- food
- shopping
- the city
- everyday situations
A2 Level — Confident Start
The A2 level focuses on confident everyday communication in Italian.
You will be able to:
- hold basic conversations
- talk about the past and future plans
- understand native speakers at a slow pace
- use more complex grammatical structures
Topics include:
- travel
- work and leisure
- Italian culture and traditions
Italian Teachers for Beginners at Italique Academy
You will study with experienced teachers and native speakers
who know how to explain clearly and support you at every stage of learning.
We carefully select teachers who have experience working
with adult learners and beginner levels A1–A2.
Our teachers help you not only study grammar
but also start speaking and understanding Italian in real-life situations —
in everyday life, at work, and while travelling.
Student Reviews from Those Who Started Italian from Scratch
Reviews are based on the experience of real Italique Academy students.
Results depend on lesson regularity and the chosen learning format.
Preparation for the CILS A2 Exam (Integrazione in Italia)
After completing the A2 level, you will be ready for the CILS A2 Integrazione in Italia exam and for everyday life in Italy.
You will be able to:
- prepare for the CILS A2 Integrazione in Italia exam
- communicate confidently in real-life situations
- use Italian in everyday and official contexts
If needed, we offer additional exam preparation in an individual format or mini-groups.
Why Learn Italian with Us
- Learning from scratch in a clear and simple way
- Live speaking practice
- An individual approach for each student
- Flexible online schedule
- Focus on real spoken Italian
The “Italian for Beginners (A1–A2)” course is a confident and comfortable start without stress or boring theory.
We will help you choose a teacher and learning format for free.