line 1: 973.954.6544 • line 2: 973.954.1808
49 Ridgedale Ave., East Hanover, NJ
ITALIAN FOR KIDS
We believe in teaching Italian from an early age.
Our goal is to create an encouraging environment to learn the Italian language by providing small classroom sizes and individual attention to all students.
Children programs
Children programs
Italian School NJ has developed its own sequential curriculums following the requirements of the Common European Frameworks so that children will learn the language through the years through age appropriate activities. For our youth classes attention is given to 4 skills: listening and comprehension, ability to speak, read and write Italian (when applicable).
Group classes, private instructions and tutoring are available for children all levels from 3 years old and up. Many options to choose from for group classes: 2 hour classes for the Saturday school, 1.5 hour in person weekdays, 1-hour online only, and family or private lessons.
ISNJ offer classes for children 3 years old and up
and all levels as follow:
Pre-k students: Cuccioli (3 to 5 years old, pre-K) and Coccinelle (kindergarten)
Elementary School students: Scoiattoli (1st and 2nd grade), Farfalle (3rd to 5th grade)
Middle School students: Fringuelli (6th, to 8th grade), and
High School students: Giraffe (19th to 12th grade)
ISNJ has three levels of instructions, beginner, intermediate and bilingual.
Beginners and intermediate classes are open to everyone.
Bilingual classes are for those children who understand perfectly Italian and have at least one native Italian speaker in the household and for those children who have transferred to America from Italy and are looking to continue their Italian language education.
Please note that at the Italian School NJ we divide the students based on their age, class grade, skill levels, and knowledge of Italian language. Placement in a different level and age group can be made by our staff based upon individual skill levels.
For a more details description of our courses, please click here
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ISNJ encourages fun games to help our students improve their Italian language skills.
Classes schedule:
ISNJ offers three main semesters: Fall, Winter and Spring.
Classes shown in the schedule can be forming or ongoing. Forming classes can start anytime once we receive a minimum of 4 students signed up for the same class. Ongoing classes can be joined anytime based on teacher’s approval.
Please note that all our classes need to have a minimum of 4 students to start. If any given class has less than 4 students signed up, different rates will apply.
Please refer to the "small-group lessons page" for more details about pricing. You will be notified if the class you choose has not reached the minimum number of students and you can decide to transition to a small group class setting or to withdraw.
SPRING SEMESTER ONGOING NOW.
MANY FORMING CLASSES PLUS MANY ONGOING YOU CAN JOIN!
La Scuola Del Sabato (Saturday Programs)
Spring semester ongoing now: March 27 to June 14, no classes on May 24.
Tuition: $595, 12 classes, 2 hour, in person.
Forming classes can start anytime once we receive a minimum of 4 students signed up for the same class. Ongoing classes can be joined anytime based on teacher’s approval.
Italian School NJ offers siblings and multiple classes discounts. See details at checkout.
Click below to view the current schedule and to register:
Pre-K and Kindergarten
PreK - Saturdays 9:30-11:30 - All levels - 1 spot left
Kindergarten - Saturdays 9:30-11:30 - All levels 2 spots left
PreK & k- Saturdays 11:45-1:45 - All levels 4 spots left
PreK & K- Saturdays 2:00-4:00 All levels 4 spots left
Elementary
NEW Elementary - Saturdays 1 1:45 - 1:45 - Beg & Int. - forming
NEW Elementary - Saturdays 2:00 - 4:00 - Beg & Int. - forming
1st to 3rd Grade - Saturdays 9:30-11:30 - All levels - 4 spots left
1st to 4th Grade - Saturdays 11:45-1:45 - All levels - 4 spots left
1st & 2nd Grade - Saturdays 2:00-4:00 - Int. & Adv. 2 spot left
2nd to 5th grade - Saturdays 2:00-4:00 - Int. & Adv. 1 spot left
3rd to 5th grade - Saturdays 9:30-11:30 - Int & Adv. 3 spots left
3rd to 5th Grade - Saturdays 2:00-4:00 - Int. & Adv. 2 spot left
Middle School
NEW Elementary - Saturdays 2:00 - 4:00 - Beg & Int. - forming
6th to 9th grade - Saturdays 11:45-1:45 - Beg. & Int - 3 spots left
If you don’t see a class that fits your schedule,
please E-mail us or call us at (973) 954-6544.
We will be happy to arrange one for you!
Saturday Classes Schedule
Pre-K & Kindergarten
Elementary school
Middle school
High school
9:30 - 11:30 AM
Kindergarten
All levels
Pre-K
All levels
3rd to 5th grade
Int & Adv.
1st to 3rd Grade
All levels
11:45 - 1:45 PM
Pre-K & Kindergarten
All levels
1st to 4th Grade
Beg. & Int.
6th to 9th grade
Beg. & Int.
2:00 - 4:00 PM
PreK & Kindergarten
All levels
1st - 2nd Grade
Int. & Adv.
3rd - 5th Grade
Int. & Adv.
PRE-K and Kindergarten - Cuccioli & Coccinelle
Spring semester ongoing now.
For Pre-K and Kindergarten age ISNJ offers the following programs:
- 2 hour Saturday in person classes
- 1.5 hour weekdays in person classes
- 1 hour weekdays online and in person (Pre-K students only in person)
Italian School NJ offers siblings and multiple classes discounts. See details at checkout.
Click below to view the current schedule and to register:
2 Hours In Person Classes
Tuition: $595, 12 classes, 2 hour each.
Forming classes can start anytime once we receive a minimum of 4 students signed up for the same class. Ongoing classes can be joined anytime based on teacher’s approval.
CLASSES SCHEDULE:
PreK - Saturdays 9:30-11:30 - All levels - (1 spot left)
PreK & k- Saturdays 11:45-1:45 - All levels (4 spots left)
PreK & K- Saturdays 2:00-4:00 All levels (2 spots left)
1.5 Hours In Person Classes
Tuition: $495, 12 classes, 1.5 hour each.
Forming classes can start anytime once we receive a minimum of 4 students signed up for the same class. Ongoing classes can be joined anytime based on teacher’s approval.
CLASSES SCHEDULE:
NEW Pre-K and kind.- Wednesdays 3:30-5:00 - All levels (March 26 June 11 - can join anytime)
NEW Pre-K and kind. - Tuesdays 4:00-5:30 - All levels (forming)
If you don’t see a class that fits your schedule,
please E-mail us or call us at (973) 954-6544.
We will be happy to arrange one for you!
Elementary School Age - Scoiattoli & Farfalle
Spring semester ongoing now.
For Elementary school children ISNJ offers the following programs:
- 2 hour Saturday in person classes
- 1.5 hour weekdays in person classes
- 1 hour weekdays online and in person
Italian School NJ offers siblings and multiple classes discounts. See details at checkout.
Click below to view the current schedule and to register.
LA SCUOLA DEL SABATO (SATURDAY PROGRAMS)
Tuition: $595, 12 classes, 2 hour each
Forming classes can start anytime once we receive a minimum of 4 students signed up for the same class. Ongoing classes can be joined anytime based on teacher’s approval.
CLASSES SCHEDULE:
NEW Elementary - Saturdays 1 1:45 - 1:45 - Beg & Int. - (forming)
NEW Elementary - Saturdays 2:00 - 4:00 - Beg & Int. - (forming)
1st to 3rd Grade - Saturdays 9:30-11:30 - All levels (4 spots left)
1st to 2nd Grade - Saturdays 11:45-1:45 - Beg. (4 spots left)
1st & 2nd Grade - Saturdays 2:00-4:00 - Int. & Adv. (2 spot left)
2nd to 5th grade - Saturdays 2:00-4:00 - Int. & Adv. (1 spot left)
3rd to 5th grade - Saturdays 9:30-11:30 - Int & Adv. (3 spots left)
3rd to 5th Grade - Saturdays 2:00-4:00 - Int. & Adv. (2 spot left)
1.5 Hours In Person Classes
Tuition: $495, 12 classes, 1.5 hour each, in person
Forming classes can start anytime once we receive a minimum of 4 students signed up for the same class. Ongoing classes can be joined anytime based on teacher’s approval.
CLASSES SCHEDULE:
New Elementary - Tuesdays 4:00-5:30 (forming)
2nd to 5th grade - Mondays 3:45-5:15 March 24 - June 16 - All levels- 3 spots left
1st to 4th grade - Tuesdays 4:00-5:30 March 4th May 2 - Bilingual - 2 spots left
1st to 5th grade - Thursdays 1:30-3:00 - April 3 - June 10 - FULL
1st to to 5th grade - Thursdays 3:30-5:00 - April 3 - June 12 - 3 spots available
1 Hour Online Classes
Tuition: $360, 12 classes, 1 hour each, online & in person
Forming classes can start anytime once we receive a minimum of 4 students signed up for the same class. Ongoing classes can be joined anytime based on teacher’s approval.
CLASSES SCHEDULE (ALL ONLINE):
New Elementary - Tuesdays 5:15-6:15 (forming) - All levels
New Elementary - Thursdays 5:30-6:30 (forming) - All levels
2nd to 5th grade - Mondays 5:00-6:00 - March 24 - June 9 - Intermediate - Full
5th to 9th grade - Mondays 5:30-6:30 - March 31 - June 23 - Intermediate - 2 spots available
3rd to 5th grade - Tuesdays 4:00-5:00 - April 1 - June 17 - Intermediate - 2 spots available5th to 8th grade - Tuesdays 4:30-5:30 - March 25 - June 3 - Intermediate - 2 spots available
5th to 8th grade - Wednesdays 4:00-5:00 - April 2 June 25 - Bilingual (2 spots available)
1st to 4th grade - Thursdays 4:00-5:00 - January 16 - April 3 & April 10 - June 26 - Intermediate (1 spot available)
If you don’t see a class that fits your schedule,
please E-mail us or call us at (973) 954-6544.
We will be happy to arrange one for you!
Middle School - Fringuelli
Spring semester ongoing now.
For Middle school children ISNJ offers the following programs:
- 2 hour Saturday in person classes
- 1.5 hour weekdays in person classes
- 1 hour weekdays online and in person
Italian School NJ offers siblings and multiple classes discounts. See details at checkout.
Click below to view the current schedule and to register.
LA SCUOLA DEL SABATO (SATURDAY PROGRAMS)
Tuition: $595, 12 classes, 2 hour.
Forming classes can start anytime once we receive a minimum of 4 students signed up for the same class. Ongoing classes can be joined anytime based on teacher’s approval.
CLASSES SCHEDULE:
NEW Middle School- Saturdays 2:00 - 4:00 - Beg & Int. - (forming)
6th to 9th grade - Saturdays 11:45-1:45 - Beg. & Int - (3 spots left)
1.5 Hours In Person Classes
Tuition: $495, 12 classes, 1.5 hour, in person
Forming classes can start anytime once we receive a minimum of 4 students signed up for the same class. Ongoing classes can be joined anytime based on teacher’s approval.
CLASSES SCHEDULE:
NEW Middle School - Mondays 5:15-6:45 - All levels (forming)
NEW Middle School - Tuesdays 4:30-6:00 - All levels (forming)
1 Hour Online Classes
Tuition: $360, 12 classes, 1 hour (online & in person)
Forming classes can start anytime once we receive a minimum of 4 students signed up for the same class. Ongoing classes can be joined anytime based on teacher’s approval.
CLASSES SCHEDULE (All online):
New Middle School - Tuesdays 5:15-6:15 (forming) - All levels
New Middle School - Thursdays 5:30-6:30 (forming) - All levels
5th to 9th grade - Mondays 5:30-6:30 - March 31 - June 23 - Intermediate - 2 spots available
5th to 8th grade - Tuesdays 4:30-5:30 - March 25 - June 3 - Intermediate - 2 spots available
5th to 8th grade - Wednesdays 4:00-5:00 - April 2 June 25 - Bilingual (2 spots available)
If you don’t see a class that fits your schedule,
please E-mail us or call us at (973) 954-6544.
We will be happy to arrange one for you!
High School - Giraffe
Spring semester ongoing now.
For High school children ISNJ offers the following programs:
- 2 hour Saturday in person classes
- 1.5 hour weekdays in person classes
- 1 hour weekdays online and in person
- Private tutoring
- AP test preparation
Private tutoring and individual lessons for AP test preparation is often is preferred choice when a student wishes to improve his/her grades.
Italian School NJ offers siblings and multiple classes discounts. See details at checkout.
Click below to view the current schedule and to register.
LA SCUOLA DEL SABATO (SATURDAY PROGRAMS)
Tuition: $595, 12 classes, 2 hour.
Forming classes can start anytime once we receive a minimum of 4 students signed up for the same class. Ongoing classes can be joined anytime based on teacher’s approval.
CLASSES SCHEDULE:
NEW High School- Saturdays 2:00 - 4:00 - Beg & Int. - (forming)
6th to 9th grade - Saturdays 11:45-1:45 - Beg. & Int - (3 spots left)
1 Hour Online Classes
Tuition: $360, 12 classes, 1 hour
Forming classes can start anytime once we receive a minimum of 4 students signed up for the same class. Ongoing classes can be joined anytime based on teacher’s approval.
CLASSES SCHEDULE:
High school age - Day and time - TBD (forming)
High School Tutoring and AP Prep
Italian School NJ has many highly qualified instructors, some of whom currently teach or have taught at the high school (public and private) and College level, that can assist with Italian courses or AP Italian exam. Whether you may need help in getting a better overall grade, or assistance for an upcoming test, or reviewing a specific subject that may seem hard to understand, we can help.
Italian School NJ takes a particularly spherical approach to instruction, which allows students a unique opportunity to engage in every aspect of the Italian language.
If your student is interested in an intensive prep AP course with some of his/her classmates and a 4 or a 5 on the AP exam, a small group can be arranged. Please request a class here.
Tuition for individual tutoring:
$90 for a 1-hour session (with a high school or college teacher)
$130 for a 1.5-hour session (with a high school or college teacher)
Tuition are required to be paid in advance for at least 4 lessons. Please note that 24 hour notice is required to cancel an upcoming lesson.
If you don’t see a class that fits your schedule,
please E-mail us or call us at (973) 954-6544.
We will be happy to arrange one for you!
Youth Weekly Class Schedule
Pre-K & Kindergarten
Elementary school
Middle school
High school
MONDAY
2nd - 5th Grade
3:45 to 4:45p
(Sept. 16 - Dec. 9)
Intermediate (FULL)
2nd - 5th Grade
3:45 to 5:15p
(Sept. 16 - Dec. 9)
All levels (1 spot left)
Middle School
4:45 to 6:15p
All levels (forming)
6th to 9th Grade
4:45 to 6:15p
(Oct. 7 to Dec. 23) Beginner (3 spots left)
Middle School
time TBD (before 6:00)
All levels (forming)
Elementary School
time TBD (before 6:00)
All levels (forming)
Tuesday
2nd - 5th Grade
4:00 to 5:30p
(Sept. 17 - Dec. 3)
All levels (3 spots left)
5th - 8th Grade
4:00 to 5:00p
(Sept. 17 - Dec. 10)
Intermediate (2 spots left)
5th - 8th Grade
4:00 to 5:00p
(Sept. 17 - Dec. 10)
Intermediate (2 spots left)
Middle School
time TBD (before 6:00)
All levels (forming)
Elementary School
time TBD (before 6:00)
All levels (forming)
Wednesday
1st - 5th Grade
3:30 to 5:00p
(Sept. 28 - Dec. 18)
All levels (3 spots left)
5th - 8th Grade
4:00 to 5:00p
(Sept. 18 - Dec. 18)
Bilingual (2 spots left)
5th - 8th Grade
4:00 to 5:00p
(Sept. 18 - Dec. 18)
Bilingual (2 spots left)
Middle School
time TBD (before 6:00)
All levels (forming)
Elementary School
time TBD (before 6:00)
All levels (forming)
Thursday
1st - 5th Grade
1:15 to 2:45p
(Sept. 19 - Dec. 12)
All levels (2 spots left)
Elementary School
3:45 - 5:15p
All levels (forming)
Middle School
3:45 - 5:15p
All levels (forming)
1st - 4th Grade
3:45 to 4:45p
(Sept. 26 - Dec. 19)
Intermediate (2 spots left)
3rd - 5th Grade
5:45 to 6:45p
(Oct. 3 - Dec. 19)
Intermediate (2 spots left)
Middle School
time TBD (before 6:00)
All levels (forming)
Elementary School
time TBD (before 6:00)
All levels (forming)
Cuccioli (2.5-4 & 4-5 years old, pre-K)
Coccinelle (5 – 6 years old, Kindergarten)
For Cuccioli and Coccinele the focus is the listening and comprehension and ability to speak. ISNJ offers two levels for these age group: beginner/intermediate for those students who don’t know Italian at all or have some exposure to it advanced (bilingual) for those children who have a perfect comprehension of the language and have at least one parent that speak Italian to them in Italian.
ISNJ has developed a play-based curriculum that evolves around age-appropriate activities and “full immersion”. It has been shown that students of this age in particular benefit from activities and lessons conducted solely in Italian, as it encourages them to express themselves and think in the language.
Lessons are “theme based”, focusing on vocabulary-building activities such as songs, pretend plays and show and tell, visual aid games, art and crafts, etc.. “Themes” include greetings, numbers, colors, body parts, foods, seasons, family, animals, holidays and more. Children will be introduced to the Italian alphabet.
Cuccioli and coccinelle can attend classes more than once a week.
Scoiattoli (6-8 years old, 1st and 2nd grade)
Farfalle (8-10 years old, 3rd and 4th grade)
Scoiattoli and Farfalle will also follow a very structured, “theme based” curriculum, that will the focus is not only in the listening and comprehension and in ability to speak but also to read and write in Italian. Students will start to explore the very reach and complicated Italian grammar in 1st grade.
ISNJ offers three main levels for these age groups. Beginner for those students who don’t know Italian at all or have had little exposure to it, Intermediate for those students who have understanding of basic Italian and know how to construct small phrases and Advanced (or Bilingual) for those children who have a perfect understanding of Italian and have at least one parent that speak Italian to them in Italian.
Our students will also learn about geography, history, art and literature and general “usi e costumi”, based on their preference. We have created an interactive way of presenting these topics through slide shows and even student essays. The students will learn new things about Italy every lesson!
Fringuelli: 10-13 years old (5th – 7th gr)
Fringuelli follow a very structured sequential curriculum that incorporates listening and comprehension, ability to speak, read and write Italian.
Our students will also learn about geography, history, art and literature and general “usi e costumi”, based on their preference. We have created an interactive way of presenting these topics through slide shows and even student essays.
Giraffe: 14 years old & up
Italian School NJ is excited to announce the introduction of both group and private lessons for high school students interested in bolstering their Italian skills outside of the classroom.
This particular program is best suited to the high school student who is interested in transitioning into higher-level Italian classes, improving their grades in their current Italian class, or to those who need extra assistance outside of a classroom setting.
As lessons take place exclusively in Italian, each student will have the opportunity to practice their Italian conversation skills, while expanding their vocabulary and knowledge of Italian grammar. These particular preparatory sessions would also include a range of listening activities, writing prompts and responses, and conversational response activities that comprise a large portion of the exam.
High School tutoring and AP Italian
Our team of highly qualified instructors, some of whom teach or have taught at the high school level, is also excited to assist in preparation for the AP Italian exam. Italian School NJ takes a particularly spherical approach to instruction, which allows students a unique opportunity to engage in every aspect of the Italian language.
If your student is interested in an intensive prep course and a 4 or a 5 on the AP exam, a small group can be arranged.
Interested in Private Lessons?
Private tutoring is available in person and online.
please click here for more information about our private and semi-private lessons.
Italian School NJ is proud to offer private and family lessons!
Click here for more information about our family lessons.
Watch this quick video to learn more about our programs.
Our location:
As a 501(c)3 not-for-profit Italian language and culture school, we are proud to serve many surrounding New Jersey Counties to our East Hanover office.
Online and offsite options also available
49 Ridgedale Ave., East Hanover, NJ
Call
Line 1: 973.954.6544
Line 2: 973.954.1808
Email:
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