Subject related visits
Naples
Located on the coast, between Mount Vesuvius and the Phlegraean Fields, Naples is one of the oldest cities in the world. Subterranean reservoirs, catacombs, geothermal spas, archeological sites and well preserved examples of Greco-Roman architecture provide school groups with an incredible range of study material. The city is also famed for its art and gastronomy too and is the birthplace of the iconic Italian pizza!
Phlegraean Fields
The 9 mile caldera of Solfatara volcano can be found 5 miles to the west of Naples next to the port town of Pozzuoli. Solfatara is a dormant volcano but it still emits jets of steam and sulphurous gas through various fumaroles around its crater floor. Dramatic uplift and subsidence within the caldera has occurred since Roman times with the most recent example being in the early 80's.
Ischia Island
The mainly mountainous geography of this island features thermal hot springs, volcanic mud and spas that appeal to the steady influx of visitors. There are numerous sites on the island and we recommend the Aragonese Castle, the Gardens of La Mortella and the Villa la Colombaia which are all open to the public and provide an image of Ischia's Roman past.
Capri Island
The island of Capri is ideally positioned within the Gulf of Naples and is famed for its lemon groves, natural beauty and expensive boutique shops. Ferry trips regularly leave Naples and Sorrento harbours and offer students a great opportunity to observe the geography of the Amalfi Coast from a different perspective. Highlights on Capri include the cable car ride to the summit of the island, the blue grotto that can be reached by boat and the Villa San Michelle that has numerous relics and works of art on display within its gardens.
Mount Vesuvius and Pompeii
This volcano is probably regarded as one of the most dangerous in the world thanks, in part, to the proximity of the 3,000,000 surrounding inhabitants. The history of Pompeii is well documented and the well preserved excavations are visited by millions of visitors every year. This is a great chance for students to find out why the area has always been considered an attractive place to live and how the tectonic activity of Vesuvius is still a threat to this day.
Further highlights
- Classical Studies & Archaeology
Herculaneum
The high level of preservation of this Roman town means that students looking to understand Roman town planning have an excellent example to study.
Paestum
The Greek Temples at Paestum allow students to see important examples of Greek temple architecture. It also shows the reach of Greek civilisation.
Pompeii
Famously preserved in volcanic ash, Pompeii is another important example of Roman Imperial town design and architecture.
Villa Oplontis
This villa allows students not only to see how the rich lived, but also gives them an insight into the lives of slaves in Roman society.
- Modern Foreign Languages
Italian Lessons
This course combines language lessons from qualifield language schools in resort with ‘out and about' assignments. All assignments are task based, strengthening lessons learnt from the classroom session and aims to provide a degree of self sufficiency in the language, whether its understanding the money, exploring the market or shopping for food. This course includes morning language lessons, a certificate for each student and worksheets on a CD Rom.
Project options include:
- I-spy en-route
- Resort specifc assignments
- Local etiquette
- Useful phrases
- Money and measurements
- Market assignment
- Restaurants and shopsShopping trip
Students can use their knowledge of Italian to negotiate the shops and cafés that fill the bustling streets of Sorrento.
Cooking Lesson
Italy is famous for its cuisine, so students looking for an insight into the culture can try their hand at some traditional Italian cooking, while learning the names and stories behind the various dishes.
