Coffee Break Italian Back to school in Italy | A Coffee Break with Francesca
Sep 23, 2025
Francesca dives into the vibrant traditions of returning to school in Italy. Discover the timing of the school year and the cherished memories tied to summer holidays. Hear about the iconic school uniform and the significance of traditional idioms that inspire success. With fun insights and practical vocabulary, you’ll be ready to navigate the Italian classroom like a pro!
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When Italian School Starts
- In Italy the school year usually restarts in the second half of September with small regional differences.
- Students typically enjoy a full three-month summer holiday before rientro a scuola.
The Joy Of School Stationery
- Francesca remembers the sensory pleasure of back-to-school shopping and the school diary.
- She spent days choosing notebooks, erasers, pens and especially the diary.
The Dreaded Grembiule
- Francesca describes wearing the grembiule in primary school and how she disliked it.
- The grembiule felt like a dreaded uniform she and her friends were not fond of.