About the Program
Child-centered, hands-on bilingual learning designed for ages 6–13
What Makes BrightSteps Special
Quality & Experience
Hosted at Accademia delle Lingue in Castrovillari—a trusted local school established in 2014, with years of experience, a welcoming team, and a safe, fully equipped space.
Small Groups
Two classes: ages 6–9 and 10–13, with a maximum of 15 students per class for personalized attention.
Immersive Bilingual Learning
Italian and English are used naturally in everyday activities—not through translation, but through authentic communication.
Project-Based Approach
Children learn through meaningful, real-world themes and weekly interdisciplinary projects.
Central Base for Travel
Castrovillari sits at the southern edge of Pollino National Park, perfectly placed to explore Calabria, Puglia, Basilicata, Campania, and Sicily.
Qualified Teachers
Led by bilingual teachers certified in language instruction, with native fluency and professional credentials.
Program Schedule
Educational Goals
Cognitive Area
- Develop critical and creative thinking
- Promote independent learning and curiosity
- Strengthen logical-mathematical skills
Linguistic Area
- Enhance mastery of Italian (spoken & written)
- Support natural English acquisition through immersion
- Expand vocabulary in both languages
Social-Relational
- Foster empathy and collaboration
- Encourage active listening and negotiation
- Build personal and collective responsibility
Digital & Creative
- Use digital tools safely for learning
- Stimulate artistic expression (art, music, theatre)
- Design projects combining creativity & technology
Civic & Environmental
- Cultivate respect for environment and diversity
- Introduce active citizenship
- Understand institutions and social rules
Emotional Education
- Recognize and manage emotions
- Build empathy through group activities
- Create a safe, guided learning environment
Core Subjects
Italian
Storytelling, comprehension, creative writing, grammar, argumentation. Strengthen oral and written production in narrative, descriptive, and informative texts.
English
Active vocabulary, authentic communication, storytelling. Functional immersion—not translation. Develop listening, speaking, and creative writing skills.
Mathematics
Problem-solving, logic games, applied geometry, unplugged coding. Consolidate number sense, measurement, and statistics in concrete situations.
Multidisciplinary Labs
Art, music, science, history, citizenship, ecology, digital skills, physical education. Integrated learning through hands-on projects and real-world exploration.
Weekly Themes & Projects
Each week features a theme guiding interdisciplinary activities. Here are some examples of what your child will explore:
Food & Culture
Science, geography, traditions, sustainability, cooking, bilingual presentations. Excursion: Lavender Park.
From Farm to Table
Biology, ecology, food vocabulary, art (recipe illustration), maths (measurement, budgeting). Excursion: Dairy Farm.
Build a Rocket
Physics, history of space exploration, technology, travel writing, basic coding, technical English.
Build a City
Geometry, civic education, art, problem-solving, functional English.
The Story We Are
Local history, theatre, bilingual storytelling, concept maps. Excursion: Guided city tour.
Energy & Environment
Scientific experiments, environmental education, infographics, bilingual glossary. Excursions.
Economy for Kids
Trade, exchange, values, mini-school business creation. Excursion: Supermarket visit / interview with school director.
Journey Around the World
Geography, cultures, cooking, art, traditions, music, school system comparisons, bilingual storytelling. Excursion: Travel agency visit.
Ready to Learn More?
Explore practical details, accommodation, and how to join us for March–May 2026.