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Learn Italian in a way that fits you. One-to-one lessons for beginners and advanced learners, in person between Ede and Amsterdam: or online, wherever you are.
An hour to get to know each other, online or in person. No obligation, and you will hear from me within a day. Lessons start at €45 per hour: what sets the rate.
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Positive reviews
★★★★★
Average rating
2018
Teaching since
Online & in person
From Ede to Amsterdam, and online worldwide
Students from all over the world learn Italian with me. Genuine student reviews, collected on 5 independent platforms: Preply, Apprentus, italki, Google and App Store.
“A wonderful teacher. Alessio really brings Italian to life. His lessons are great fun, he is enormously driven and genuinely involved with the student. You can tell he adores his subject, and it rubs off on you. An absolute recommendation!”
“Geweldige leraar. Alessio brengt Italiaans echt tot leven. Zijn lessen zijn superleuk, hij is enorm gedreven en echt betrokken bij de leerling. Je merkt dat hij zijn vak adoreert en dat werkt aanstekelijk. Een absolute aanrader!”
“My first class with Alessio has been fantastic. He's got a super good energy, he's understanding and he uses modern tools and technologies to make the class very interactive. After our first class I signed up for more classes with him.”
“I am very glad to have my lessons with Alessio. I highly recommend him as the lessons are well structured and conversational, but he is also patient with me while I am speaking a mix of languages and fluid with the lesson if my needs go a certain direction. Overall he's been great and I feel like in weeks I have come on greatly. Very happy :)”
“Alessio is a very responsible teacher, always well prepared for all lessons, but also very flexible when a change of topic is needed. He refers not only to grammar and vocabulary, but also to culture and topics of interest to the students. Lessons are led in a comfortable and stress-free atmosphere. I highly recommend choosing Alessio as a teacher. Progress in learning Italian language is evident and in a short period of time.”
“Classes with Alessio are pure pleasure. Conducted dynamically, sometimes in the form of fun, they pass too quickly. Professional approach combined with a sense of humor - fantastic. I recommend classes with Alessio.”
“We are very happy with Alessio. My daughter and I have been taking lessons for a month now and it is a time during the week that we both look forward to immensely. Alessio is patient and knowledgeable, knows how to present challenging material in a fun way and helps us gain confidence in expressing ourselves in Italian. For anyone looking for a good teacher, look no further, Alessio is your guy!”
“I've been taking lessons with Alessio for a while now, and I can highly recommend him! Unlike many Italki teachers, whose classes often lack structure, Alessio is very well-organized: he prepares each class carefully and always adapts it to my own interests. Before each class, he assigns a writing exercise that helps me prepare for class and improve my writing skills. During the lessons, Alessio always encourages me to speak. I feel far more confident expressing myself in Italian now. Grazie, Alessio, per il tuo lavoro! Alla prossima lezione!”
“Learning Italian with Alessio has been an amazing experience! He is incredibly organized, always comes prepared with well-structured lessons, and provides excellent materials that make learning both effective and fun. Each session is dynamic and engaging. I never even notice how time flies! He explains grammars in a simple, clear way and always encourages me to speak with confidence. Thanks to his guidance, I've made great progress and truly enjoy learning Italian. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a top-notch tutor!”
“Perfect lesson, well structured and interesting. I really enjoyed it!”
“had my first Italian lesson with Alessio back in 2024. I’m so happy I chose to learn Italian with Alessio. He makes every lesson engaging, easy to understand and genuinely enjoyable and I’m really grateful for his patience, support and amazing teaching style. A special thank you to Alessio for the best app! It has made practicing between lessons so much easier and more fun. Grazie mille, Alessio! ❤️”
“Super happy with Alessio and I would definitely recommend him to teach you Italian. Fun and interactive. Not just a text book! Lessons are tailored to your needs.”
“My daughter took Italian lessons with Alessio for two years. She studied every week and went from barely being able to speak to actually moving to Italy. His help was huge, and Alessio has a professional and structured method while also being flexible with conversation practice. Highly recommended!”
“Hello, I would like to recommend my Italian teacher Alessio on Preply. Alessio goes above and beyond in preparing his classes, tailoring them to your needs, your level, and even your work. His classes are incredibly enjoyable, and time flies by. An hour with him feels like 10 minutes, yet you learn as if it were two. Ciao, vorrei consigliare il mio insegnante di italiano, Alessio, sui Preply. Alessio si impegna molto nella preparazione delle sue lezioni, adattandole alle tue esigenze, al tuo livello e persino al tuo lavoro. Le sue lezioni sono estremamente piacevoli e il tempo vola. É grandissimo.”
“Alessio is a very good teacher and the lessons are very fun. There is a systematic work plan and this is very efficient.”
“After only three lessons, I'm already impressed with Alessio as a teacher. Alessio makes his classes fun and not intimidating allowing you to learn at your own pace with a tad of subtle pressure. Most certainly very pleased to have Alessio as my teacher on my journey to speak Italian!”
“Alessio is an amazing teacher! The lessons are very diverse and he makes sure to always push you a little bit out of your comfort zone. As a result we've definitely seen our skills improve pretty fast. But most importantly, the lessons are also really fun! I can totally recommend Alessio as your Italian teacher!”
“Fast communication, pleasant and skillful teacher, open to flexible agenda schemes, friendly, excellent with kids. The two hour lesson seemed only 30 minutes to our son (11) and Alessio quickly managed to have him start speaking in Italian.”
“I really enjoyed my first class with Alessio! He has a good approach and already in the first class we discussed a lot of different subjects. He uses a smart and fun way to remember words.”
“Alessio is such a great teacher! Really flexible with timing, super nice and helpful. Could not have wished for a better tutor!”
“Very friendly, and a thorough knowledge of how to teach you the language. I learned a great deal from the very first lesson!”
“Bijzonder vriendelijk en grondige kennis om je de taal te leren. Van de eerste les al heel veel opgestoken!”
“Enthusiastic and good teacher, he listens carefully to what you want and gives very good exercises.”
“Enthousiaste en goede leraar - luistert goed naar wensen en geeft zeer goede oefeningen.”
“A very pleasant way of teaching, all his own, and his English is very good.”
“Heel prettige en eigen manier van lesgeven en zijn Engels is erg goed.”
“I experience Alessio as a very friendly teacher: we laugh regularly during the lessons. I also like his approach: the emphasis is on communicating, so speaking and listening. Grammar gets attention when it adds something to the communication. And what I find absolutely TOP is the app he developed himself. It offers many pleasant ways to learn and practise. A very welcome addition to the lessons for me.”
“Ik ervaar Alessio als een erg vriendelijk leraar: we lachen regelmatig tijdens de lessen. Ik vind zijn benadering ook fijn: de nadruk ligt op het communiceren, dus praten en luisteren. Grammatica krijgt de aandacht wanneer het iets toevoegt aan het communiceren. En wat ik nu helemaal TOP vind, is zijn zelf ontwikkelde app. Deze geeft vele prettige manieren om te leren, te oefenen. Een voor mij zeer welkome aanvulling van de lessen.”
“Friendly and skilled teacher.”
“Great teacher.”
“Very clear and organised.”
“I am so thrilled to have found Alessio to tutor me in Italian! From the start, it was clear that he is a highly trained teacher with a strong understanding of different methodologies and a desire to help his students progress. His lessons are well-planned and always involve multiple skills as well as error correction and homework. Best of all, the lessons are enjoyable and fly by quickly! I would definitely recommend Alessio and am so pleased to be studying with him.”
“I have been having lessons with Alessio for some time now. I'm absolutely happy with it and really look forward to the lessons. He is always friendly, patient and responsive to my needs. He uses lots of different media to make the lessons varied and entertaining. He also deals very well with my understanding of the language and my level, so he's not just a teacher for people who are just starting out with Italian. A clear recommendation from my side.”
“My daughter has been having lessons with Alessio for a couple of months and I cannot ask for a better teacher. Alessio provides a great mix of listening, speaking and practical learning activities. He's great at building confidence and keeping lessons fun and engaging through a variety of activities and games. My daughter always looks forward to doing her assignments after each class. It's been such a joy to witness my kid learning so fast with a truly warm, personal and caring teacher. Alessio has my highest recommendation!”
“Alessio is a phenomenal teacher. He is very professional, patient and cheerful. For each class, it is obvious that he has prepared a lesson and thought about his student's future learning path. I highly recommend studying with Alessio.”
“Alessio is the best teacher and a true professional! I really like the structure of classes, every time I learn a lot of new things and improve my skills! The atmosphere in the classes is wonderful. Thank you!”
“Alessio is an AMAZING tutor. He makes classes really fun and more importantly, it is very interactive, I don't feel like I am just a passive listener. He does creative exercises that also helps you remember easily. Lesson was very well-planned with excellent materials. Thank you, Alessio!”
“Alessio is the best language teacher I know, super dynamic activities that are in line with my goals, very patient and welcoming. I'm feeling super comfortable learning with you!”
“Alessio is a great teacher, the classes are fun and always make me learn in a natural way. I advise everyone who wants to learn Italian. Grazie mille Alessio!”
“Alessio is a great teacher. He's organized and professional and creates a welcoming and casual space for learning. Every lesson was a joy. Thank you Alessio!”
“Alessio gives very clear, patient and interactive lessons. I am an absolute beginner and he creates a comfortable environment to learn the language from scratch!”
“Warmly recommended! Professional teacher who knows how to adapt the material to the student's level. Interesting and attractive in the method and way of studying. The class goes with great pleasure.”
“Alessio's Italian lessons have been great: very relaxed and fun with a good balance of grammar and conversation practice. Highly recommend!”
“Great fun and collaborative. I'm really enjoying the lessons!”
“I am so enjoying my lessons with Alessio. He is very patient and instinctively understands when I’m having difficulty. His responses are always positive, and I appreciate the feedback. His lessons are fun and interesting, and while I have had some difficulties learning the technology in order to complete my homework, Alessio is always available and responds quickly to any questions I have. Learning a new language is very difficult, especially for a senior, but I can’t imagine having a better, more prepared and patient teacher than Alessio. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to learn.”
“I always leave class really impressed and appreciative of how Alessio structures our classes. Alessio has a really thoughtful teaching method that allows you to practice every aspect of language learning: we have activities for reading and listening comprehension, writing assignments, and lots of speaking practice. He also takes the time to customize material so it’s relevant to your interests. Class times fly by because everything is interactive and I feel like I’m really using my brain. I love that classes aren’t passive and that Alessio challenges you to expand your Italian. To top it off, he’s also a joyful, patient, and professional person so you feel like you’re learning in a safe space.”
“Patient, skilled and engaging. Alessio makes learning enjoyable and effortlessly guide you through the languages intricacies. Highly recommended to anyone seeking rapid progress and delightful learning experience! Absolutely stellar Italian tutor.”
I teach Italian out of a deep passion for language, culture and history. After two specialised master's degrees in teaching Italian to speakers of other languages, I combine several methodologies into an approach built around the way you learn. My lessons are interactive and varied, with a real balance between theory and practice, online as well as in person.
Whether you travel to Italy regularly, live there, or simply dream of the language and the culture, you're welcome. My lessons leave room for real conversation: about yourself, travel, daily life, Italian culture, history or current affairs. That way you don't just learn the language: you learn to communicate with confidence.



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