Education Office – Consulate General of Italy in London
Overview
The Education Office of the Consulate General of Italy in London promotes, coordinates, and supports the teaching of Italian language and culture across the United Kingdom.
Its activities cover the consular district, with a particular focus on London, Manchester, and Edinburgh, working closely with schools, educational institutions, cultural organizations, and community groups.
The Office is part of the network of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) dedicated to cultural and linguistic promotion abroad.
Areas of Competence
- London and Greater London
- Manchester and surrounding regions
- Edinburgh and surrounding regions
- Collaboration with Italian and bilingual educational programs throughout the UK
Italian Language and Culture Courses
The Education Office oversees and supports Italian language and culture courses offered by MAECI-recognized institutions and community-based organizations.
Recognized Institutions and Community Programs in the Consular District
London
- SIAL – Scuola Italiana a Londra London: a full-time bilingual and bicurricular Italian and English School with Early Year Foundation Stage (Nursery and Reception) and Primary School. The school is fully recognised by the Italian Ministry for Education as well as by the British Department for Education governments and it’s also an officially approved Examination centre for the CILS exams (University of Siena in Italy)
Website: https://sial.school/
- SIAL Courses: offers a wide range of Italian courses, with tailor-made programmes designed for children, young people and adult learners.
Website: https://sial.courses/
Manchester
- PLI Manchester – Associazione per la Promozione della Lingua Italiana
Italian language and culture courses for children, teenagers, adults, and companies.
Website: pli.org.uk
Edinburgh
- Il Girotondo Edinburgh
Italian community program offering playgroups, cultural activities, and educational workshops for children and families. - Main Activities
- Promoting the introduction and expansion of Italian language programs in UK schools.
- Supporting schools interested in offering Italian within their curriculum.
- Collaborating with universities, cultural institutions, and associations of teachers and parents.
- Organizing professional development opportunities, workshops, and training for teachers.
- Supervising Italian language and culture courses run by recognized institutions and community groups.
Institutional Goals
- Strengthen the presence of Italian language programs in the UK.
- Promote bilingual and intercultural educational initiatives.
- Enhance the quality of Italian teaching through training and collaboration.
- Support cultural diplomacy through educational and cultural activities.
Useful links
- Examination centers for the certification of the knowledge of the Italian language
- Consular Register of School Office
- Contributions for foreign educational institutions
- Funds for Independent Schools
Contacts
Education Office – Consulate General of Italy in London
Email:
Phone: +44(0)2079365937
Head of Office: Veronica Migani