THE ITALIAN TEACHERS NETWORK
This site is a collaborative effort by and for teachers of Italian in the UK. If you like what we do or use any of these resources, then the best way to say thank you is to send in some of your own materials to share with the community.
Welcome back!
As always, may I encourage you to send in any new material so that we can continue to build the site.
Original material only to [email protected]
As always, may I encourage you to send in any new material so that we can continue to build the site.
Original material only to [email protected]
Italian Teachers Day 2026
On Saturday 7th March 2026 we will be holding the 6th Italian Teachers Day, once again kindly hosted by Francis Holland School in London and with the invaluable support of the Independent Schools Modern Languages Association and others.
Above all this is a wonderful opportunity for teachers of Italian in schools to meet each other and discuss matters of mutual interest. We have organised a talk followed by discussion in break-out groups on that most topical of matters, AI. We have invited an old friend of these days, Dr Cecilia Brioni who will talk to us about Music and Migration, but the rest of the time will be dedicated to teacher-led group discussions on topics raised by fellow teachers:
Note: It is not too late to sign up for the ISMLA annual conference at Manchester Grammar School. This is open to maintained as well as independent schools. For more details and how to register go to www.ismla.co.uk
Above all this is a wonderful opportunity for teachers of Italian in schools to meet each other and discuss matters of mutual interest. We have organised a talk followed by discussion in break-out groups on that most topical of matters, AI. We have invited an old friend of these days, Dr Cecilia Brioni who will talk to us about Music and Migration, but the rest of the time will be dedicated to teacher-led group discussions on topics raised by fellow teachers:
- Teaching IB and resources:
- Approaches to teaching speaking
- Teaching literature/film – practical approaches
- Organising school trips and exchanges
- Resources for KS5
Note: It is not too late to sign up for the ISMLA annual conference at Manchester Grammar School. This is open to maintained as well as independent schools. For more details and how to register go to www.ismla.co.uk
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Italian Teaching in the UK Below you will see a link to a map we are working on of where Italian is taught in secondary schools and universities in the UK.
Is your school or university not listed? Any notes you would like to add your school or department? Email all suggestions to [email protected]
Have a look at these online courses offered by Italian Culture on the Net (ICoN)
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Bristol La Civetta Competition Bristol Univerity are once again running their competition for students of Italian. Full details can be found here . Deadline 6th February.
Recently Published A vocabulary book by Beatrice Parolin. 
Although structured around IB Language B and ab initio themes, it clearly has potential for use in other courses and situations. To read a review, click here
A speaking resource for beginners
This wonderful collection of Modern Italian Art in North London offers learning programmes designed for students from Key Stages 1-5, including exclusive self-guided visits, workshops, resources, CPD events for teachers and Teachers' Private Views.
School visits happen on Mondays and Tuesdays when the Collection is closed to the public and students will have exclusive access to the collection. |
Sites to explore
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Il Libraio Scuola
Reading material for young adults. Obviously for 'madrelingua' pupils but useable or adaptable. Has a free monthly newsletter with lots of texts (www.illibraio.it/scuola - www.illibraio.it/scuola.
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LINGCOOKIES
Have a look at this site - lingcookies.com - where there is a whole host of interesting looking material for students (and teachers)
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A site with lots of vocabulary and grammar material mainly for A1 / A2 level students.
See their Christmas material including a free LIBRO DELL'AVVENTO |
ONLINE ITALIAN CLUB
Huge site with masses of materials
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Promote Italian
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