NOI Bimbi Italian Language Program for Children

Il Punto's NOI (Not an Ordinary Italian) Program, taught by native speakers, immerses children from toddler to 12 in the Italian language through an engaging environment of play and conversation.

Three class levels — Cubs, Koala, and Panda — range from absolute beginners to proficient Italian speakers ready to work on the finer points of grammar and composition.

Early exposure to a second language not only increases the likelihood of gaining language proficiency, but it has been shown to improve a wide variety of cognitive skills. The most effective way for children to learn a second language is to put them in situations where language surrounds them. 

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For more information about the NOI Program or to ask about placement, please contact us at noi@ilpuntoseattle.org. 

2025 Winter session registration now open
See details on the Registration page.

Sessions:

  • Fall - September to December 2024 (in progress). 8 lessons in total 
  • Winter - January to March 2025: Signup opens on November 1st. 8 lessons in total
  • Spring - April to May 2025: Signup opens February 1st. 6 lessons in total.

Location: Phinney Neighborhood Association, 6532 Phinney Ave N, Seattle, WA 

Age Groups and Classes:

  1. Orsetti Italian Playdate Group (Ages 2-3 years old)
  2. Koala Group (Ages 4-6 years old)
  3. Panda 1 Group (Ages 6- and up - entering 1st grade)
  4. Panda 2 Group (Ages 9 and up - entering 4th grade)
  • Tuition fees cover all of the material needed for the lessons
  • Minimum class size: 4 , maximum class size:10 
  • To register as "Il Punto Member", please visit the Membership page. 


TUITION FEES

Session 2 Winter 2025 - 8 lessons in total

  • Il Punto Members $200
  • Non-members $275
  • Sibling discount: 10% off full tuition (requires at least 2 kids registered) please contact noi@ilpuntoseattle.org 

CANCELLATION POLICY

Il Punto reserves the right to cancel any class that does not meet capacity requirements. You will be notified of any cancellation. Minimum of four participants must be enrolled for class to be held.

  • Tuition fees are non-refundable for cancellations made less than 3 weeks prior to the first day of the session (i.e. last day to cancel for a full refund for Winter session is Dec 23)
  • There are no pro-rated refunds or make-ups offered for missed days
  • In case the class is cancelled: 100% refund

GROUPS 

Groups are organized by age and proficiency in Italian. Teachers will evaluate and suggest different placements if needed. Lessons are conducted in Italian.


  • Gruppo Orsetti - Italian playdate group 
    • Ages 2-3 years old - with a parent 
    • Activities: use Italian through games, crafts, songs and other age-appropriate tasks
    • Class size: max 10 kids - presence of a parent is required during the class
    • Language proficiency: all levels 

    • Gruppo Koala  
    • Ages 4 years and up
    • Activities: learn and practice Italian through games, songs, crafts, reading
    • Class size: max 10 kids
    • Language proficiency: Beginner to intermediate 

    • Gruppo Panda 1- 
    • Ages 6 and up (minimum: entering 1st grade) 
    • Activities - reading, writing, basic grammar, games, 
    • Class size: max 10 kids
    • Language proficiency: Intermediate 

    • Gruppo Panda 2- 
      • Ages 9 and up (minimum: entering 4th grade) 
      • Activities - reading, writing, grammar exercises, games, 
      • Class size: max 10 kids
      • Language proficiency: Intermediate 

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          • CONTACTS
        • Teacher for Orsetti: Lara Bucca
        • Teacher for Koala e Panda: Daniela Balestra
        • Assistant: Barbara Rebella
        • If you are interested in volunteering, send an email to noi@ilpuntoseattle.org 
          I          l           Punto is a registered no-profit and offers volunteer certification for high-school students.


        LOCATION

        Phinney Neighborhood Association

        6532 Phinney Ave N,

        Seattle, WA 98103


        For questions, send an email to noi@ilpuntoseattle.org

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