We Know What It's Like to Learn a Language
Learning a language isn't just about memorising grammar rules or vocabulary lists.
It's about finding the confidence to speak, making mistakes, feeling stuck, and celebrating small victories!
We know this because we've been there ourselves.
Ciao, this is Manisha! I grew up in a multilingual family where learning languages wasn't simply a hobby, it was part of everyday life. Born and raised in Italy to Sri Lankan parents, I switched between languages and cultures from an early age. I still study languages because I truly believe that language learning is wonderful and it’s an ongoing process, it never ends!
Today, me and my teachers share a genuine passion for languages and believe that learning is a lifelong journey. We're not just teachers; we're language learners too!
Our own experiences shape everything we do at Italiano con Manisha.
We understand the frustration of forgetting words, the fear of speaking in front of others, and the excitement of finally having a real conversation in another language.
That's why we never forget what it feels like to be in your shoes.
Every lesson we teach is guided by one simple belief: anyone can learn Italian with the right support, encouragement, and opportunities to practise.
And that's exactly what we're here to offer.
We Don’t Just Speak Italian, We Know How to Teach It.
Speaking a language and teaching it are two completely different skills.
I’m professionally qualified and trained to teach Italian as a foreign language. Just as importantly, I’m a language learner myself.
I want my students to learn with a teacher who truly understands the challenges they face, because I’ve faced those same challenges firsthand.
Small Classes. Big Progress.
I intentionally keep our classes small so everyone has the opportunity to participate.
You'll never disappear into a class of dozens of students.
Instead, you'll receive personal feedback, regular speaking practice, and the attention you need to keep improving week after week.