Play it Smart: Have an H1 in Italian Up Your Sleeve
How five of my students strategically secured top marks in the Leaving Cert, including one featured in the Irish Examiner with 7 H1s.
21 September 2026
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Learn Italian in Cork with Carolina. Explore the language, culture, food, and traditions of Italy through engaging classes and stories.
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How five of my students strategically secured top marks in the Leaving Cert, including one featured in the Irish Examiner with 7 H1s.
21 September 2026
Our highly anticipated Italian beginners course starts on Wednesday, September 9th. Secure one of the last remaining spots and start speaking Italian from day one!
1 September 2026
Join me as we explore Sersale, a hidden gem in Calabria, and its vibrant summer festival filled with music, culture, and community.
5 August 2026
Literally translated, "Ci sto" means "I stay there." But what it actually means in everyday Italian is "I'm in!" or "Count me in!"
19 July 2026
What does it even mean?! Is my poor husband asking me… "There stays?" There? Where?! 😂 Welcome to another episode of beautiful, slightly confusing Italian idiomatic expressions!
18 July 2026
It has been an intense sixth year for my students, but the hard work paid off! Artificial Intelligence was the star of the Italian Leaving Cert exam.
18 July 2026
I'm a native Italian teacher based in Cork, Ireland. I believe learning a language should feel like an adventure, not a chore. My classes are warm, fun, and full of real Italian culture — from the music and the food to the little everyday expressions that make Italian so beautiful.
Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to take your Italian to the next level, I'd love to welcome you into one of my classes.
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