Lingua Madre is a cultural linguistic association created by the founders out of a desire to spread the Italian culture and to encounter new worlds and cultures.Travelers by definition and lovers of all that represents culture, art and people, the founders of Lingua Madre consider the knowledge of the language of the country in which one is residing a fundamental instrument of integration. For this reason, our language courses are formulated for immigrants and foreigners actually living in Italy who desire to improve their life here in Italy by learning not only its language but also its culture, its traditions and customs.

Thus, our language courses become journeys in which you will immerse yourselves, learning the language in a passionate and interactive manner, with a series of cultural and social encounters that range from Italian and international cuisines to cultural displays, tours to discover the city of Genoa, sailing and excursions. You will be able to appreciate the fabulous riches of Liguria while acquiring and using the Italian language in an easy and enjoyable manner.

Together with our School, you will be learning Italian or another European language within an informal atmosphere, friendly but professional.

The teachers at our School are all highly qualified and hold degrees in their native/mother tongue, a team motivated and happy.

Oriana Micheletti – Head of Lingua Madre Association - Teacher of Italian

My passion for cultural difference led me to work in foreign countries for many years. I worked with NGOs (Non Governmental Organizations) and I taught Italian in several private schools.

“I strongly wanted to create Lingua Madre Association to give everybody the possibility to find out how rewarding a multicultral experience can be. Lingua Madre Association aims to create a meeting point where learning a foreign language, meeting new people and experience diversity. This is exactly what I like best about travelling.”

Daniela Danero – Italian, Portuguese, English

MA Translation Studies.

Daniela is passionate about teaching. “What I like best about teaching is the human aspect. I enjoy meeting students from all over the world and sharing life skills and experiences”. Before joining Lingua Madre Daniela taught Italian and Portuguese in Australia, and Italy.

“My previous work experience overseas together with my education and training helped me support students in their learning process, and better understand students’ communicative needs, so that I can plan effective classes tailored to their actual needs.”

Cyriele Peyras -Teacher of French

My name is Cyrielle Peyras I'm from a small town, Hyéres, in the south of France. Two years ago I moved to Italy, to study at uni, and here I had the opportunity to learn a new language and  the Italian way of life. I decided to teach my native language because I'd like to share the French culture and I'm ready to share life experiences with whoever is interested.