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Milan is home to 31 international schools, offering families a range of curricula and price points to choose from.
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British American Pre-School and Bilingual European School (BAPS-BES) is located in Milan. BAPS-BES offers a continuous bilingual educational pathway in English and Italian for students aged 2 to 18. In the early years, the school follows the English Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), seamlessly transitioning into the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) during primary school. Instruction adopts a 50/50 language model, ensuring full immersion in both languages. The school replaces traditional classrooms with open learning landscapes, encouraging students to actively interact with their environment. A distinctive feature of BES is the integration of the Bruno Munari® Method within the Art and Technology department, which teaches creativity and visual communication through hands-on observation and experimentation. Furthermore, students can engage in practical science and engineering applications through Lego Education and Robotics, building real robots and programming their own video games using Scratch.
Milan World School is an international early-learning and primary school for ages 2 to 11, housed in a historic building in the heart of Milan. The Canossian Institute heritage informs its inclusive ethos, welcoming children from diverse backgrounds. The campus blends modern classrooms, science and art labs, a library, theatre, gym and outdoor spaces with a curriculum designed to meet international standards. The Early Years Foundation Stage and the Reggio Emilia-inspired approach shape learning for younger children, while the Primary program (Grades 1-5) draws on Canadian, Italian and UK curriculums within an inquiry-based, student-centered framework. English is the main language of instruction, with Italian and French taught as additional languages. The program covers English, Mathematics, Italian, Science and Technology, Social Studies, Drama, Music, Visual Arts, ICT, Physical Education, Social-Emotional Learning, World Religions. Emphasis on communication, teamwork, adaptability and problem-solving. Experiential labs and curriculum-based field trips extend learning beyond the classroom.
Rootes School - Seregno Sanzio provides a bilingual education for students aged 7 months to 13 years. The curriculum intertwines the Italian National Indications with the UK National Curriculum, incorporating the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) for early childhood development. A signature component of the daily routine is the "Agora," a dedicated morning period where classes gather for structured discussion, peer comparison, and idea sharing. Italian and native English-speaking educators utilize a co-teaching model during specific lessons, such as mathematics and science, to facilitate continuous bilingual instruction. The Seregno Sanzio campus infrastructure features a didactic vegetable patch utilized directly for food education and sustainability projects. An in-house kitchen prepares daily lunches emphasizing seasonal ingredients, reduced plastic usage, and non-meat-based proteins. Students follow the Trinity College London linguistic certification pathway, starting with Trinity Stars group performances in primary school and culminating with the B2-level ISE II exam before graduation.
Vidura College Milan is a private international day school for ages 0–16, offering a bilingual English–Sinhalese program within a Cambridge-based framework. Pre-school, Primary and Secondary sections follow the English National Curriculum and the Cambridge International Curriculum, culminating in Cambridge IGCSE exams. The school prioritizes literacy and numeracy foundations and core subjects—science, mathematics, geography and history—with a clear route to university for the majority of students. Founded in 2015 as Vidura International College Milan, it describes itself as the first bilingual concept school in Europe. Extracurriculars include Drama & Music Club, Cricket Club (Italy's first school cricket team), Radio Electronic Club, Debating Club and a Scouting Camp in Switzerland. It emphasizes English and Sinhalese development and hosts annual events Videx and Appreciation Day. School hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
BDC School is an international bilingual network with campuses in Milan, Cologno Monzese, Meda and Rimini, serving over 600 students aged 0–18 from 35 countries. The school delivers continuous education from early years through high school in a bilingual framework that combines the Italian curriculum with Cambridge International programs. In Early Years, IEYC is taught with English immersion. Primary follows the Cambridge International Primary Curriculum alongside the Italian national syllabus, with technology integration and active participation. Middle School blends Italian and English with the Cambridge International Curriculum. High School offers a four-year pathway with IGCSEs in the first two years and A Levels in the final two, including study of Italian language and Made in Italy project-based learning. Facilities include the IMCD STEM Lab and a Cologno Monzese STEM Lab; the Pietrasanta nursery benefits from natural light and an indoor pool. Extracurriculars span sport, arts and robotics; Summer Camp features football with the AC Milan Academy Elite Experience; partnerships with Centro Umanamente ONLUS.
BDC School Cologno is a bilingual day school located in Cologno Monzese, offering an integrated curriculum from nursery to high school. The school merges the Italian Ministry of Education curriculum with Cambridge International programs, including IGCSE and A Levels. Cologno’s campus spans 1,800 square meters and features a dedicated STEM lab, where students engage in hands-on robotics, science experiments, and engineering projects. The school follows a design-thinking approach, requiring students to solve practical problems through interdisciplinary project-based learning. Facilities include flexible classrooms and communal recreation areas to support collaborative work. A distinctive feature is the BDC Challenge, an annual pitch competition where middle school students present solutions to global issues identified by the World Economic Forum to earn high school scholarships. The school provides instruction in English and Italian, supported by an After School program offering languages, technology, and creative arts.
Located near Bocconi University in a former spinning mill, BDC School Milano is a bilingual day school serving students from ages 0 to 18. The school integrates the Italian national curriculum with Cambridge Primary, IGCSE, AS, and A Levels, alongside an IB Diploma option for older students. Notable spaces include the IMCD Stem Lab dedicated to science and robotics, an indoor swimming pool for nursery students at the Pietrasanta site, and an outdoor terrace at the main campus. A distinctive offering is the high school's specialized pathway in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science. Students also participate in the signature BDC School Challenge, an annual pitch competition tackling global issues for a chance to earn full-tuition scholarships. Extracurricular options range from art and music to sports and robotics, encouraging project-based learning and entrepreneurial thinking. Instruction is fully bilingual in Italian and English across all grade levels.
Rootes School is a bilingual day school for ages 0 to 13 that blends the UK National Curriculum with Italian educational indications. Across five campuses, around 450 students learn with Italian educators and native English-speaking teachers, within a single bilingual and bicultural didactic journey. The Rootes School Method combines Blended Learning and Inquiry-Based Learning to nurture critical thinking, autonomy and collaboration as students explore both curricula. Learning spaces follow the '4 spaces +1' model, including the Agora for group discussion, research areas, presentation spaces, personal study corners, and a connected digital setting. The campus design uses natural materials and integrates an educational garden as a central feature. A psycho-pedagogic service supports wellbeing, with in-class observation, screening and counselling for teachers and parents. The in-house canteen promotes balanced meals and sustainability. Out-of-class programs include Spanish, Chinese, coding, choir, musicals, dance and Ju Jitsu, with portfolios tracking progress and dialogue with families.
Rootes School - Monza Ramazzotti offers a bilingual day-school program for children aged 7 months to 13 years, merging the UK National Curriculum and EYFS with the Italian educational framework. Students learn through an inquiry-based method with instruction in both English and Italian, supported by a 1:10 teacher-to-student ratio. The campus features specific programs like Trinity Stars for performance skills, along with extracurricular offerings in coding, Ju Jitsu, Spanish, and Chinese. A distinctive daily tradition is the "Agora," a dedicated morning gathering where students discuss and share ideas before classes begin. Campus resources include a didactic vegetable patch used for sustainability education and an in-house kitchen prioritizing seasonal, non-meat-based proteins and zero-plastic practices. The school also provides dedicated tutoring sessions in STEM and Humanities. Psycho-pedagogic support is available on-site for both students and families to assist with educational development.
The British School of Milan (BSM) is a not-for-profit independent British international day school in Milan, Italy, serving pupils aged 3 to 18. It follows the English National Curriculum from ages 3–16, offers IGCSE in Year 11, and delivers the International Baccalaureate Diploma in the Sixth Form. Nursery to University is structured as Early Years 3–5; Primary 5–11; Senior 11–18. The Via Pisani Dossi campus at 16 provides small class sizes and a broad set of facilities, including a Learning Resource Centre, Science Laboratories, Computer and Digital Suites, a Music Classroom, Drama Studio, Art Classroom and dedicated spaces. The co-curricular programme runs 100+ activities, with an emphasis on music and performing arts, sport, and clubs. Notable features include five choirs, ABRSM instrumental tuition, debates and Model United Nations conferences, and educational trips. The Duke of Edinburgh's Award and the Sir James Lecture Series are elements, underpinned by pastoral care and engagement.
Rootes School - Seregno Milano offers a bilingual education intertwining the UK National Curriculum and the Italian framework for students aged 7 months to 15 years. The Seregno campus features distinct learning areas, including a creative workshop, reading corners, structured outdoor spaces, and a didactic vegetable patch used for sustainability and food education. Students participate in an inquiry-based model and a STEAM curriculum linking science, technology, art, and mathematics. A distinctive daily initiative in the Middle school is the "Agora," a morning gathering where classes come together to discuss, share research projects, and compare ideas before beginning their lessons. Additionally, primary students participate in "Trinity Stars," staging group performances using music and drama with native English teachers to earn linguistic certification. Students can further engage in afternoon activities such as coding, Spanish, Chinese, choir singing, and Ju Jitsu.
Located in downtown Milan, Andersen International School is a private, independent international day school for students aged 1 to 17. The curriculum blends the British National Curriculum from Nursery through Year 9 with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in the Upper School. The Middle Years Programme is offered in years 4 and 5 as preparation for the Diploma Programme, while the Liceo is a Candidate School for the MYP as it pursues IB World School authorization. The campus spans 18,000 square metres and includes classrooms, artistic and scientific laboratories, a theatre and auditorium, gyms and sports spaces, a large garden and recreational areas. Primary and Middle Schools are Paritarie and recognized by the Italian Ministry of Public Education (MIM). The community welcomes students from over 40 nationalities, and all IB teachers participate in ongoing professional development. Founded in 2000 by Laura Donzelli, who remains CEO, the school brands itself as the biggest International School of Milan.
Founded in 1999, the Bilingual European School in Milan is Milan's first bilingual school. It shares a Milan campus with British American Pre-School, BAPS, and serves ages 2 to 18, offering English preschool and a bilingual BES. The curriculum combines MIUR requirements with the IB PYP in Primary and a MIUR-aligned Secondary program with a 50/50 language split. In Primary, the PYP uses six transdisciplinary themes, with about 15 hours of English per week. In Secondary, the Learner Profile and international outlook mirror IB, with Project Work on Wednesdays. BES High School offers a four-year bilingual Liceo Scientifico with Italian parity and the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), enabling a double diploma; online courses can earn extra OSSD credits. Facilities include 4,500 m2 garden, Knowledge Centre, 1+1 Lab with 3D printer, LEGO Lab and spacious School Gym. Extracurriculars span academics, arts, languages and sport activities, with a school bus service.
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