BimBi Italiani
BimBi Italiani, promotes Italian language, culture, and heritage for children and families living abroad. BimBi Italiani does this by facilitating for Italian and mixed Italian families learning activities and social events that stimulate and promote cultural exchange and growth.
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Bimbi Italiani helps ensure children living overseas know about their heritage and cultivate it at home. Through making and strengthening Italian friends, Bimbi Italiani helps kids experience a childhood that is a little bit Italian regardless of where they live.
WHAT's NEW
Buon Appetito! Italian Cooking Camp
Doscover the joy of cooking Italian Authentic Cousine!
BimBi Italiani, in collaboration with The Pasta Apartment Silom, is thrilled to present the Buon Appetito! Italian Cooking Camp this upcoming February! ๐
Our cooking camp is designed for children aged 6 and up who want to explore the world of authentic Italian cuisine. Under the expert guidance of Chef Filippo, young chefs will learn how to cook real Italian recipes like pasta, pizza, and more. The experience will be fun, hands-on, and educational as the children discover Italian culinary traditions while creating mouthwatering dishes.
Dates:
Week 1: February 10โ14, 2025
Week 2: February 17โ21, 2025
Camp Schedule:
Time: 9:00 AM โ 1:00 PM
Location: The Pasta Apartment Silom, Bangkok (BTS Silom) - Thailand
What's Included:
Daily snack and lunch
High-quality ingredients and aprons
Authentic Italian recipes taught by a Master Chef
Certificate of participation
๐ Exciting Scholarship Opportunities at Bangkok Prep for 2025-26! ๐
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Bangkok Prep Secondary School Scholarships for the 2025-26 academic year! ๐โจ
๐ Who can apply?
Bangkok Prep is looking for students who embody its core values and exhibit leadership skills that positively impact both the school and the wider community.
๐ Benefits of Being a Scholar
Enrichment: Access to exclusive super-curricular programs.
Support: Personalized mentoring and pathway counseling from the Futures Team.
Community: Become part of a dynamic, growth-focused environment.
๐ Scholarship Categories
๐ Academic Scholarships
๐ญ Performing Arts Scholarships (Music & Drama)
โฝ Sports Scholarships
๐จ Visual Arts Scholarships (Art, Photography & Design Technology)
๐ Key Dates
๐๏ธ January 6 โ February 14: Application and assessment period
๐๏ธ Week of March 10: Shortlisted candidates receive interview invitations
๐๏ธ March 20: Final interviews
๐๏ธ March 28: Results announcement
๐ก Could You Be the Next Bangkok Prep Scholar?
This is your chance to achieve excellence and make a difference!
๐ค BimBi Italiani and Bangkok Prep
We are proud to collaborate with Bangkok Prep International School! As part of our partnership, BimBi Italiani members enjoy a 50% discount on the placement fee.
๐ Join the BimBi Italiani Community!
Becoming a member of BimBi Italiani means gaining access to valuable resources, personalized support, and a growing network of Italian families abroad.
โก๏ธ Don't miss this opportunity to shape your future with Bangkok Prep and BimBi Italiani!
๐ Join Our Team! BimBi Italiani in Thailand is Hiring an Assistant Chef ๐
๐ Location: Bagna, Bangkok - Thailand
๐๏ธ Start Date: February 17th
๐ Schedule: Monday Afternoons (2 classes per day, 2 hours each)
๐ฐ Compensation: THB 300 per class (THB 600/day)
Role Overview: The Assistant Chef will support our chef in delivering fun and engaging Italian cooking classes.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Speaks English.
Thai National.
Passionate about Italian cuisine and working with children.
Experience in hospitality or working with kids is a plus.
How to Apply: ๐ฉ Send your CV and cover letter to info.thailand@bimbiitaliani.com.
๐ Use Assistant Chef as the subject line.
Conferenze "Multilingual Parenting: Proven Strategies for Thriving Children" by our partner Dr. Karin Martin! ๐
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Raising multilingual children can be challenging, but it's also an incredible opportunity. Our partner, Dr. Karin Martin, founder of Il Giardino Multilingue/The Multilingual Land, is hosting a seminar designed to support parents navigating the journey of multilingualism at home.
๐ What to expect:
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How to balance daily language exposure.
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Practical resources for multilingual families.
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Tips to improve your childrenโs academic and language progress.
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Strategies for effective collaboration with teachers and schools.
๐ค Speakers:
๐ฉโ๐ Dr. Karin Martin - A linguist with over 10 years of experience supporting multilingual families.
๐ฉโโ๏ธ Sofia Zelou - A speech therapist specializing in multilingual children.
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When: January 24, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (CET)
โณ Duration: 90 minutes, including an interactive Q&A session to address your questions.
๐ถ Special offer for BimBi Italiani members:
Members can join at the reduced price of โฌ57 instead of โฌ127.
๐ฅ Included:
๐ฅ Live participation and seminar recording.
๐ Detailed PowerPoint presentation.
๐ฏ Personalized advice during the Q&A session.
๐ Learn more and sign up for this seminar organized by our partner Karin Martin here:
๐ Register Now
Another great benefit of being part of the BimBi Italiani network! ๐
VaLingo: New Partner in the BimBi Italiani Network!
We are thrilled to announce that VaLingo, formerly known as Val's Learn & Tell, is now part of the BimBi Italiani network! ๐
Led by the experienced teacher Valeria, VaLingo offers Italian and English lessons for children and adults, ranging from A1 to C2 levels. Through a creative and interactive approach, VaLingo transforms language learning into a fun and engaging experience filled with activities that spark imagination and creativity.
๐ก Why Choose VaLingo?
Personalized weekly lessons and monthly courses.
Online format, perfect for students anywhere in the world.
10% discount for BimBi Italiani members.
๐ง Contact: info@valingo.ie
๐ฑ Instagram: @VaLingo_
With VaLingo and our network of partners, we promote excellence in teaching Italian language and culture, making it accessible worldwide.
๐ Are you a teacher or cultural service provider? Join the BimBi Italiani network and collaborate with us to spread the love for Italy!
๐ Welcome Bangkok Patana School to the BimBi Italiani Network! ๐
We are thrilled to announce that Bangkok Patana, one of Thailandโs leading international schools, has joined the BimBi Italiani network! This partnership strengthens our commitment to supporting families living abroad, providing excellent educational opportunities, and fostering cultural exchange.
๐ซ About Bangkok Patana: A School with a Legacy of Excellence
Founded nearly 70 years ago, Bangkok Patana is Thailandโs first British international school. It offers a world-class education to students aged 3 to 18, with a focus on holistic development, academic achievement, and global citizenship.
Key Highlights:
๐ Diverse Community: Welcoming students from over 65 nationalities.
๐ฉโ๐ซ Expert Faculty: Highly accredited teachers committed to nurturing young minds.
๐ Academic Excellence: Graduates excelling in top universities worldwide.
๐ Innovative Learning: A curriculum that incorporates hands-on activities, creative problem-solving, and critical thinking.
Bangkok Patana is more than a schoolโitโs a community that values growth, creativity, and lifelong learning.
๐ Why Weโre Excited
As part of the BimBi Italiani network, Bangkok Patana reinforces our shared goal of creating a supportive environment for Italian families living abroad and all families looking for exceptional education in Bangkok.
๐ง Interested in learning more?
Visit: www.patana.ac.th
Email: admissions@patana.ac.thย
We warmly welcome Bangkok Patana to our network and invite you to explore what makes this school a true leader in international education!
New Partner: Anna Aresi of Parlo AnchโIo!
We are delighted to announce our collaboration with Anna Aresi of Parlo AnchโIo!, an expert in teaching Italian in multilingual contexts.
๐ฉโ๐ซ Anna offers:
Consultations and training for families and educators
Strategies to nurture Italian language skills anywhere in the world
๐ Exclusive offer for Bimbi Italiani members:
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15% off consultations and training
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10% off translation services
๐ Learn more about Anna and her services:
๐ www.annaaresi.com
๐ง info@annaaresi.com
๐ฑ Follow Anna on social media:
Substack: parloanchio.substack.com
Instagram: @anna.aresi, @parloanchio
Together, we support multilingualism and keep the Italian language alive with joy!
ย ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ฏ๐๐ญ๐ ๐๐ญ๐๐ฅ๐ข๐๐ง ๐๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐จ๐ง๐ฌ ๐ข๐ง ๐๐๐ง๐ ๐ค๐จ๐ค
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ย ๐๐๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐๐ก๐ข๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐๐ง ๐๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐๐๐ง๐ฌ ๐ข๐ง ๐๐๐ง๐ ๐ค๐จ๐ค! Ready to dive into the beautiful world of the Italian language? Whether youโre looking to improve your skills or start from scratch, ๐๐ฆ๐ฉ๐๐ซ๐๐ง๐๐จ ๐'๐๐ญ๐๐ฅ๐ข๐๐ง๐จ ๐๐ฒ ๐๐ข๐ฆ๐๐ข ๐๐ญ๐๐ฅ๐ข๐๐ง๐ข has the perfect solution for you!ย
ย ๐๐ก๐จ ๐๐๐ง ๐ฃ๐จ๐ข๐ง?
Italian children & teenagers (11-17 years old)
Non-Italian children & teens (5-17 years old)
ย ๐๐จ๐ฐ?
One-on-one private lessons
Small groups of 2-3 students for a personalized and engaging learning experience!
ย ๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐?
In-person private lessons at your home or at convenient locations across Bangkok!ย
๐๐ฆ๐ข๐ฅ๐บ ๐ต๐ฐ ๐จ๐ฆ๐ต ๐ด๐ต๐ข๐ณ๐ต๐ฆ๐ฅ? ๐๐ฐ๐ฏ๐ต๐ข๐ค๐ต ๐ถ๐ด ๐ต๐ฐ๐ฅ๐ข๐บ!ย
๐๐ฆ๐๐ข๐ฅ: info.thailand@bimbiitaliani.com
๐๐ก๐จ๐ง๐/๐๐ก๐๐ญ๐ฌ๐๐ฉ๐ฉ: +66 644522161
BIMBI ITALIANI MEMBERSHIP
Becoming a member of BimBi Italiani means being part of a global community of Italian children and their families.
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Members receive priority access and discounted rates to various activities promoted by the BimBi Italiani communities.ย
They also enjoy various discounts and benefits (minimum 10%) on an array of services provided by our selected partners.ย
Becoming a member of BimBi Italiani means supporting and promoting Bimbi Italianiโs non-for-profit cause and mission.
Membership is open to anyone who believes in the project and wants to promote this initiative!
PROJECTS AND OBJECTIVES
BimBi Italiani is an evolving global community. Bimbi Italianiโs projects strive to:
Promote Italian culture, language, and traditions.
Develop phonetic and linguistic skills through innovative, interactive, experimental, often artistic, workshops and activities.ย ย ย
Develop a sense of community among Italian children and families abroad.
Stimulate inter-cultural and social exchange among Italians abroad.
Promote access to Italian educational materials abroad.
Go to our PROJECT section to learn more!
If you would like to create or contribute to BimBi Italiani initiatives please contact us.
BimBi Italiani always wants to expand our pool of volunteers and collaborators. If you believe in what we do and would like to contribute to our efforts, please contact us
BECOME A BIMBI ITALIANI MEMBER
Becoming a member of BimBi Italiani means being part of a global community of Italian children and their families.
ย
Members receive priority access and discounted rates to various activities promoted by the BimBi Italiani communities. They also enjoy various discounts and benefits (minimum 10%) on an array of services provided by our selected partners.
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Becoming a member of BimBi Italiani means supporting and promoting Bimbi Italianiโs non-for-profit cause and mission.
FUNDS AND FUNDING
BimBi Italiani is funded primarily through voluntary donations and contributions.
By donating to BimBi Italiani, you support a unique and independent social and cultural project centered around the needs of families and children living abroad.ย ย
BimBi Italiani Needs You!ย
BimBi Italiani canโt exist without your support. Please donate to BimBi Italiani, and please share this project with your network to help our community thrive.
ยซTo preserve the spirit of childhood is to preserve the curiosity to know, the pleasure of understanding, the desire to communicateยป
B. Munari