ILS - International Language School Milan, Italy
Via Disciplini, 5 - 20123 Milan - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- E-learning platform with online tutor available to help with any queries.
- Small class sizes
What we dislike about the school
- Average age of students is a bit higher than at most schools. Great for students 25 years or older.
Special Offers
- Offer!Intensive Course
- Offer!Bi-Weekly Course
- Offer!Intensive One-to-One
- Offer!Super Intensive One-to-One
Location: ILS - International Language School is located in the Italian fashion capital of Milan, in northern Italy. The school is housed on the beautiful cobbled streets of the historic city centre, surrounded by cafés, eateries, restaurants, shops and supermarkets, ensuring students have all they need to feel comfortable whilst in Milan. Attractions such as The Duomo Di Milano, Basilica San Lorenzo Maggiore, La Scala Opera House and The Diocesano Art Museum, are just some of the many delights that are within walking distance of the school. Students have all the tools needed to create memorable experiences in Milan whilst achieving their language goals.
Course selection: Course selection includes something for adult students of all levels and interests. General programmes are available throughout the whole year, taught in groups or privately, with specialised courses in Economists, Fashion, Gastronomy, Sport, Opera and Wine available to the more advanced of students.
School facilities: With over 40 years of teaching Italian as a foreign language, ILS is well prepared and facilitated to teach at all levels. The school's facilities include a movie room, lounge area, snack and drink vending machines and a student support desk for any questions that may arise. All classrooms are equipped with heating and have ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Accommodation: Accommodation in Homestay and Shared Apartments are available through the school.
Italian Courses
General Language
Intensive Course
20 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€240€228 / week More
Intensive Course
20 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€240€228 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 240 228 | 395 376 | 580 551 | 720 684 | 895 851 | 1,070 1,017 | 1,245 1,183 | 1,380 1,311 | 1,549 1,472 | 1,718 1,633 | 1,980 1,881 |
| Price in US$ | 264 | 434 | 638 | 791 | 983 | 1,176 | 1,368 | 1,516 | 1,702 | 1,887 | 2,175 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an Italian course before:
12 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 13 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026
Special Offers:
20.00 % discount: 20.00 % discount on accommodation fees only, for enrolments of a minimum of 4 weeks - Valid only when booking a course. .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 10:30
Afternoon: 10:45 - 12:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Bi-Weekly Course4 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€48€46 / week More
Bi-Weekly Course
4 lessons per week | 6 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€48€46 / week
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| Weeks | 10 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 475 452 |
| Price in US$ | 522 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Special Offers:
20.00 % discount: 20.00 % discount on accommodation fees only, for enrolments of a minimum of 4 weeks - Valid only when booking a course. .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 0-1 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 11:00
Afternoon: 18:30 - 20:00 - Possible course durations
- 10 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private
Intensive One-to-OneThis course tends to sell out quickly!20 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts dailyOffer!from€795€756 / week More
Intensive One-to-One
This course tends to sell out quickly!
20 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts daily
Offer!from
€795€756 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 795 756 | 1,590 1,511 | 2,385 2,266 | 3,180 3,021 | 3,975 3,777 | 4,770 4,532 | 5,565 5,287 | 6,360 6,042 | 7,155 6,798 | 7,950 7,553 | 9,540 9,063 |
| Price in US$ | 874 | 1,747 | 2,620 | 3,493 | 4,366 | 5,239 | 6,113 | 6,986 | 7,859 | 8,732 | 10,478 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Day
Special Offers:
20.00 % discount: 20.00 % discount on accommodation fees only, for enrolments of a minimum of 4 weeks - Valid only when booking a course. .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Super Intensive One-to-One40 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts dailyOffer!from€1,590€1,511 / week More
Super Intensive One-to-One
40 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts daily
Offer!from
€1,590€1,511 / week
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FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 1,590 1,511 | 3,180 3,021 | 4,770 4,532 | 6,360 6,042 | 7,950 7,553 | 9,540 9,063 | 11,130 10,574 | 12,720 12,084 | 14,310 13,595 | 15,900 15,105 | 19,080 18,126 |
| Price in US$ | 1,747 | 3,493 | 5,239 | 6,986 | 8,732 | 10,478 | 12,225 | 13,971 | 15,717 | 17,463 | 20,956 |
See Availability
- Starting dates
- Every Day
Special Offers:
20.00 % discount: 20.00 % discount on accommodation fees only, for enrolments of a minimum of 4 weeks - Valid only when booking a course. .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Our prices for ILS - International Language School include
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
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restaurant18/33
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ILS - International Language School (ILS)
“Our mission is to ensure that our students not only learn Italian in a stimulating and productive environment but that they also enjoy their overall experience abroad. Our aim is to support the student from their arrival and throughout their course in Milan for an authentic immersion in the Italian language and lifestyle.”–Peter Luntz,Director of ILS - International Language School
- Accreditations and Quality seals
- Italian teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 50% male / 50% female
- Offer for returning students
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at ILS - International Language School.
- Year of school foundation
- 1976
General school facilities
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Movie room
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Heating in some classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 8
- Number of public PC workstations: 3
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| USA | 15% |
| Spain | 15% |
| Brazil | 10% |
| Korea | 10% |
| Germany | 10% |
| France | 10% |
| Japan | 10% |
| Netherlands | 5% |
| Switzerland | 5% |
| Other nationalities | 10% |
- Minimum age of students
- 18 years
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 6Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
- Average age of students
- In summer: 30 yearsThroughout the year: 35 years
Information for all courses offered by ILS - International Language School
- Lesson duration
- 45 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- €50
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 06 Jan 2026, 05 Apr 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 25 Apr 2026, 01 May 2026, 02 Jun 2026, 15 Aug 2026, 01 Nov 2026, 08 Dec 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 10 Aug 2026 - 23 Aug 2026 - 07 Dec 2026, 07 Dec 2026 - 08 Dec 2026 - 21 Dec 2026, 21 Dec 2026, 31 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027, 06 Jan 2027, 28 Mar 2027, 29 Mar 2027, 25 Apr 2027, 01 May 2027, 02 Jun 2027, 15 Aug 2027, 01 Nov 2027, 08 Dec 2027, 25 Dec 2027, 26 Dec 2027.School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated.Please note that this school reserves the right to reduce the number of lessons if the minimum number of students is not reached. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per Italian language level
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Monthly Italian breakfast break; Monthly group pizza lunch with a teacher.
Adults - Paid activities
- Aperitif in Milan (€50); Guided walk tour of Milan (€50); Cheese tasting (€70).
Accommodation
Private Studio Single room, No meals 
Private bathroom
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€300/ week Show more
Private Studio
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
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€300/ week
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| Price in € | -- | -- | -- | 1200 | -- | -- | -- | 2400 | -- | 3600 | -- |
| Price in US$ | 1,388 | 2,775 | 4,162 |
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| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Price per person
Price per person
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Includes
- Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
No extra nights bookable
Shared Apartment Double room, No meals
Shared bathroom
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€119/ week Show more
Shared Apartment
Double room, No meals
Shared bathroom
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€119/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in € | -- | -- | -- | 475 | -- | -- | -- | 950 | -- | 1425 | -- |
| Price in US$ | 550 | 1,099 | 1,648 |
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| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Price per person
Price per person
Prices may vary depending on availability and seasons.
- Room Occupancy
- Double room
- Includes
- Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
No extra nights bookable
Shared Apartment Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
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€150/ week Show more
Shared Apartment
Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
€150/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | -- | -- | 600 | -- | -- | -- | 1200 | -- | 1800 | -- |
| Price in US$ | 694 | 1,388 | 2,081 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Price per person
Price per person
Prices may vary depending on availability and seasons.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
No extra nights bookable
FAQ about ILS - International Language School, Milan
What is the best price for a course at ILS - International Language School, Milan?
“Italian courses at ILS - International Language School start at 46 € for a Bi-Weekly Course course with 4 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
Is it possible to take a course at ILS - International Language School as an absolute beginner?
“Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Intensive Course”
What is the number of students per class at ILS - International Language School?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at ILS - International Language School varies from 1 (Intensive Course) to 6 students (Bi-Weekly Course)”
Which countries are students of ILS - International Language School from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at ILS - International Language School comes from USA with a 15% representation, followed by students from Spain (15%) and Brazil (10%).”
ILS - International Language School offers courses for which ages?
“ILS - International Language School offers courses from 18 years to 99. The average age is 30 during the summer and 35 the rest of the year.”
Terms of ILS - International Language School
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 8:45
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- I.L.S. International Language School s.r.l. | Tax registration ID: IT09386910153
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- Yes
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 90 €
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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