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LEARN ITALIAN THE WARM, SIMPLE WAY
No complicated grammar drills. Just friendly, one-to-one lessons and easy guides that make Italian feel natural like chatting over a cup of coffee.
Ciao a tutti!
Grab an espresso and let’s talk Italiano.
I am Cornelia Schmidt, half-Sicilian and raised bilingual in the Italian part of Switzerland.
I moved to Sweden in 2000 and have been teaching Italian and German at schools for adults ever since, including Berlitz and Folkuniversitetet.
My classes are playful and practical: we chat, play games, sing Italian songs, and laugh a lot. Once or twice a year I also organize immersion weeks in Italy, living and learning together in a cozy agriturismo.
If you are interested please sign up for the waiting list here
I teach beginners to B2, online or on site in Gothenburg / Partille, Sweden. And yes! homework is a must.
Compiti compiti compiti!
HOW CAN I HELP YOU TODAY?
Choose the option that feels right for you. Both are friendly, pressure-free, and made with care.
Free Italian Starter Guide
Never confuse IL, LO, LA, L' again!
Cornelia's free guide and finally make sense of
Italian articles and plurals.
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Let’s meet for a relaxed 15-minute chat.
We will talk about your goals, see where you are, and plan the perfect next step for your Italian journey.
Book Lessons with Me
Private lessons, couple lessons, on-site courses in Gothenburg, Sweden,
company training and immersion weeks in Italy.
25+
Years teaching Italian
1-on-1
Personal lessons
Beginner-B2
All levels welcome
IMMERSION IN ITALY
Every year I take a small group of students to Italy and we do not just visit. We live there. We eat there. We speak Italian from morning to night, and we laugh a lot along the way.
LOVE FROM MY STUDENTS
Anna
Mit Cornelia macht alles spaß, sie ist ein Menschenkenner Und nicht nur eine super pädagogische Lehrerin, Das lernen ist schon intensiv aber in einer lustiger form, mit viel lachen, herzlichkeit und Akzeptanz. Ich werde weiter italienisch studieren mit Cornelia, so wie es meine Mutter vor mir auch gemacht hat ❣️
Jan
Non abbiamo ancora fatto molte lezioni, ma da quello Che ho potuto constatare sei estremamente dedita e gentile, con grande pazienza e il desidero che ogni allievo abbia successo!
Magdalenas
I can wholeheartedly recommend Cornelia to anyone looking for a truly exceptional Italian tutor. Learning with her on a one-to-one basis has been an absolute game-changer for me. From our very first private lesson, her incredible dedication and warm personality completely removed my fear of making mistakes. She naturally creates a cozy, supportive, and completely judgment-free space where you feel like you are chatting with a friend over a cup of Italian espresso. What I appreciate most about Cornelia is how beautifully she customizes every session to fit my personal needs. She never uses a cookie-cutter approach. Instead, she mixes up her teaching methods completely for me bringing in authentic Italian music, videos, real-life articles, and engaging conversation prompts that match my exact interests. Every single lesson is bursting with cultural inspiration, energy, and joy. Thanks to her tailored guidance and constant encouragement, my confidence in speaking Italian has skyrocketed. Cornelia doesn't just teach a language; she genuinely inspires a deep love for Italy.