From the Languages Coordinator
From the Languages Coordinator
Languages Coordinator
La Dolce Vita Recap in Italia!
Over the April school holidays, 26 SAC students had the amazing opportunity to travel to Italy as part of a study tour. During our time there, we visited Rome, Sorrento, Florence, Venice, and Milan, as well as relaxing during a farm stay in Gubbio. In each city, we saw and experienced so many things that it is difficult to summarise them all!
We began in Rome, where we marvelled at the ancient sights such as the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, and Vatican, where we were lucky enough to see Pope Leo at Easter Mass.
Next was Sorrento, where we were amazed by the picturesque views of the Amalfi Coast and the sheer amount of lemon-themed souvenirs. Then came the farm stay in Gubbio, where, after a quick trip to the Baci factory for a chocolate-making class, we were met with a range of cute animals and delicious tiramisu. From Gubbio, we also took a quick day trip to Assisi and saw the beautiful St. Francis of Assisi Church.
In Florence, our suitcases gained a few kilos (courtesy of Subdued and Brandy Melville), and we were immersed in language and culture through visits to the Uffizi Gallery and the Statue of David, alongside Italian language lessons. We also spent a few hours in Pisa, where we climbed to the top of the Leaning Tower and took the obligatory tourist photos.
Then it was off to Venice for mask-making, gondola rides, and tours of St Mark’s Basilica, the Belltower, and the Doge’s Palace. Finally, after a quick pit stop in Verona to see Juliet’s balcony, we came to the final city, Milan. Here, we saw the beautiful and luxurious Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and, of course, the famous Milan Duomo.
This experience was absolutely incredible and taught us so much about Italian culture and language, and definitely inspired us to continue learning the language. We can’t wait to go back one day!
Edie Starick (Year 12 student)
Languages Leader 2026
