Collina Italiana - Italian Language and Cultural Center | Manhattan, NY

Collina Italiana is THE place in New York to learn all things Italian. I've taken several classes so I can talk with my family in Italy, and I've thoroughly benefitted from each session. While I still must slow my family down when they speak, I do understand more and more, amazing both them and me!! Cristina, Diletta, Danilo, and most recently, Luna, are skillfully excellent teachers, who lead knowledge and support with patience. Hats off to Patrizia's smooth administration too. Though commitments take me away right now, I know I will return, particularly before my next trip to Italy. Grazie, Collina Italiana!

Posted on: April 22, 2025

La Collina Italiana is my favorite weekly escape—and the best way to stay connected to Italian language and culture. The classes strike the perfect balance of conversation, grammar, and cultural immersion, all taught with warmth and heart. It’s a total gem: engaging, energizing, and filled with a wonderful community of Italophiles. A charming little slice of Italy on the UES!

Posted on: July 12, 2025

Coming to Collina Italiana for my Italian classes is the highlight of my week, every single week! My teacher Ilaria is so kind, patient, and so positive, and her experience is so clear in her ability to explain concepts in various different ways to help students understand. Class is fun, (with a pausa for espresso in the middle!) I have gone from knowing a few words and phrases in Italian with 0 actual Italian studying experience to being able to hold conversation and express myself in the language. I look forward to eventually reaching fluency, and I know I can with the help of classes at Collina Italiana. :)

Posted on: June 24, 2024

Everyone at Collina is so warm and welcoming! The environment is relaxed and fun, and the class sizes are small so you really get to participate and practice the language. I've taken Italian before and studied it on apps, but there's nothing like actually speaking it with people. I really appreciate the way my teacher Luna breaks down the lessons and explains everything. I'm looking forward to taking more classes here!

Posted on: October 19, 2022

The Collina-Italiana is a stupendous language school. And much, much more! Its first rate teachers and innovative approaches to study make language learning a delight. The programs include visits to museums and, more recently, inspired trips to Italy led by the excellent PhD Italian art historian, Eveline Baseggio. The Director of the Collina Italiana, Patrizia Saglio, exudes enthusiasm and joy in her work and for the encouragement of students. She creates a warm-spirited community of people at the school, drawn together by the love of Italian culture.

Posted on: May 24, 2023