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Italy offers a range of international schools for expat families, with options spanning British, IB, American, and other curricula. Families relocating here will find schools at various price points, from affordable to premium institutions with world-class facilities.
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Sardinia International School occupies a modern campus in Olbia, Italy, offering a multilingual, international education for ages 6 to 18. The school blends British and Italian curricula with pathways toward Cambridge IGCSE and International Baccalaureate Diploma, and it recognises the IB Diploma as equivalent to the Italian maturità. In the Primary School, most instruction is in English while Italian language lessons are taught in Italian, with Italian and English-speaking teachers. The Middle School follows an international curriculum geared toward Licenza Media, with Italian mother-tongue lessons and comprehensive preparation for national exams. Secondary School is planned for 2027/28 to deliver IGCSE and IB Diploma. Facilities include a Main Academic Wing with transformable classrooms, a Glass Classroom for collaborative work, and Creative Huts for Mindset, Music, and Drama. Outdoor learning zones, football field and a multi-sports court support physical activity. The program emphasises bilingual growth, with arts and wellbeing embedded in life.
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.
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.
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.
The International School of Verona is a private day school in Italy offering an international curriculum. It combines the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB DP) with Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge Secondary programs, taught in English in a scuola paritaria setting. The five-year program leads to the IB Diploma after completing Cambridge IGCSEs in year three. Students study Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, IT, English Language and Literature, Italian Language and Literature, Latin, Chinese, German or Spanish, plus Business Studies, History, Geography, Philosophy, Physical Education, Visual Art and Art History. The school emphasises language learning, and by graduation many students study five languages; it is a Confucius Class School for Chinese language and culture. Distinctive features include dedicated study-skills courses for independent research and arts and theatre opportunities. Extracurriculars include Model United Nations, performing and visual arts, and CAS-based service such as Telethon fundraising and volunteering for the local food bank.
St. Joseph's International College Milan is an international college in Milan, Italy, delivering a Cambridge curriculum for ages 5 to 18. Cambridge Primary (ages 5–11) provides a broad, balanced start, followed by Cambridge Secondary (ages 11–14). The school follows the Cambridge IGCSE Ordinary Level syllabus and offers Cambridge International AS Levels and A Levels. The college is a Cambridge Examination Centre (Reg no IT957) since 2014, enabling private candidates to sit IGCSE, AS and A Levels on campus. The Head of School is Mr. Thimira Warnakulasuriya, and the community welcomes students from Sri Lanka, India, Bangladesh, the Philippines, and beyond. Facilities include a Library, a Computer Lab, and a Science Laboratory. Extracurriculars feature the College Western Band, a College Soccer Team, and Board Games such as Carom and chess. Students have achieved double Italy's national average for IGCSE results. The college has over 15 years of experience and celebrates cultural events while preparing students for future challenges. The campus supports students through tailored guidance, too.
Istituto Marymount Roma offers a bilingual educational journey for students aged 3 to 19, rooted in the values of the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary. Operating from its historic campus on Via Nomentana, the school integrates the Italian national curriculum with the Cambridge International pathway. Students benefit from native English-speaking instructors across all levels, working toward certifications such as IGCSEs and A-Levels. The high school division, located nearby on Via Livorno, provides specialized tracks in Classical and Scientific studies, including Double Diploma options. A standout feature is the school's active participation in the Global Network of RSHM Schools. This connection allows students to join the annual "Festival delle Arti," an international tradition where pupils from London, Paris, and Rome collaborate in professional workshops spanning acting, dance, and music. This initiative fosters cross-cultural friendships and artistic growth, making the school a vibrant hub for students seeking a local education with a broad international outlook.
Institut Saint-Dominique (ISD Rome) is a private international school in Rome, part of the Odyssey Education group. It is affiliated with France through AEFE and accredited by the French Ministry of Education; boarding is available. The school serves students from ages 1 to 18. Primary education is bilingual, while secondary study offers the French Baccalaureate or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. In the IB section, instruction is in English and most courses are taught in English, with other languages offered at advanced levels and small class sizes. The Diploma Programme includes Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service, and features a five-week IB immersion in Rome for students in Grade 9–11. The 6-hectare campus hosts two libraries, a science laboratory, a theatre/performance hall, a music room, and a visual arts room, plus sports facilities, on-site dining, and a nurse. ISD Rome emphasizes Dominican values, multilingual education, and pathways to universities worldwide.
Florence Bilingual School is an international school in Florence, part of the Cognita family, serving ages 1–18 and operating under a paritaria agreement with Italian National Education System. The curriculum blends Italian schooling with the Cambridge International Pathway, delivering a bilingual Italian–English program from nursery to high school. From grade 3, many subjects are taught in English (CLIL); a third language (French or Spanish) is offered with native-speaking teachers; DELF/DELE exams are available in L3. Cambridge assessments are taken annually, with CEFR targets of B2 by lower secondary and C1/C2 by high school. The program includes Immersion Stay in UK, Socio-Emotional Learning in English, and after-school activities via FBS Club. Facilities include five internet labs, two language labs, music and science labs, a library, assembly hall, outdoor courts, and a 1–to–1 device program from grade 2 tablets and grade 4 laptops. Founded in 1970s, Cambridge-accredited in 2016, it emphasizes wellbeing and exchanges.
Castelli International School combines Italian ministerial curriculum with Cambridge International qualifications, offering Cambridge Lower and Upper Secondary alongside Cambridge Checkpoint and IGCSE exams. English is the language of instruction, with Italian and French taught by native-speaking teachers. The school serves ages 5 to 14, with Kindergarten for five-year-olds, Primary for 6–11, and Lower Secondary for 11–14. The international student body is prepared to enter local Italian high schools as well as international high schools, with graduates progressing to national and international universities. The Serra Didattica 'Paul Magee' program enhances campus life. The campus sits on the Castelli Romani hills, Rome and hosts an amphitheatre, a garden, a teaching greenhouse, a multipurpose court, and two pitches, supporting outdoor learning and sustainability. Annual Model United Nations conferences in Rome, New York and Boston, sustainability initiatives, and music and arts programs enrich academics and culture. The school emphasizes multilingualism, citizenship, and inquiry worldwide.
Little Genius International is an international school in Italy serving children aged 2 to 11. The curriculum combines Cambridge Primary with a Bespoke Curriculum, guided by the ICE® (Infinite Child Evolution) methodology. The program emphasizes ethics and civic education, digital literacy, and English language learning, delivered through interdisciplinary projects and the use of educational apps. The school uses K12NET to connect data and families, and Classe365 to support online teaching as student body grows. In 2015–2016 it earned Cambridge International School® certification and later obtained B Corp status, with recognition as Best for Italy and Best for the World in 2021/2022. The building features bioclimatic architecture, eco-labeled materials, and intelligent classrooms powered by AI and ML, with biofeedback monitoring air quality. Education 4.0 ecosystem, blockchain patent, and sustainability commitments underpin academic and civic development globally. Extracurriculars include a summer school, drone piloting, and 3D printing near Tor Vergata and Frascati.
Canadian School of Milan (CSM) is an international K–18 school delivering English-language instruction from Early Years through the IB Diploma Programme. The two campuses, Gioia for Early Years and Primary and Vivaio for Middle and Senior School, support a Canadian-English education model. The curriculum combines a Canadian framework with Cambridge IGCSE in the middle years and the IB DP in the final two years, with TOK, EE and CAS embedded in the DP. Students aged 2 to 18 follow a clear progression, including English-language instruction from the outset, MYP in Grades 6–10, and DP in Grades 11–12, backed by university counselling. Facilities on both sites are purpose-built, with Gioia offering bright Early Years spaces, a playground, and Vivaio housing modern classrooms and services for adolescents. The Co-Curricular Programme includes sports, arts, languages, leadership and service, with clubs such as Debate Club, Model UN and the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Founded in 2011 in Scanzorosciate (Bergamo), the Bilingual British School (BBS) is a private international school in Italy serving ages 0 to 18. The Scanzorosciate site houses Nursery and Primary, set in an 18,000 square metre park, while the Bergamo campus hosts Middle and High School in a modern, connected complex. The school delivers Cambridge Primary in the Primary years, Cambridge Secondary, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in the High School, operating within the Italian education system as a bilingual program. Nursery follows the Early Learning Goals, with all activities in English. Primary integrates the Italian curriculum with Cambridge, with about 80% of instruction in English; several subjects are taught in English while Italian and History are taught in Italian. Middle School follows the paritaria Italian programme alongside Cambridge education, with two-thirds English instruction. Abroad Integrated Programme offers long UK trips and Model United Nations to broaden international exposure.
Rome International School (RIS Rome) is an IB World School in Rome offering the Primary Years Programme in Early Years and Elementary, the Middle Years Programme leading to Cambridge IGCSE, and the IB Diploma Programme with equivalence to the Italian Maturità. The school also offers the Italian Ministerial Curriculum for Early Years to Middle School, with Italian language study. RIS Rome is the only school in the city authorised to offer both the PYP and the IB Diploma Programme, ensuring a continuous path from early years through the IB DP. Established in 1988, RIS is part of Globeducate and serves around 500 pupils from about 60 nationalities. The Monte Mario campus sits on over 3 hectares of parkland, close to the city centre, and features a Space Lab, libraries and science laboratories, an auditorium, and a digitally enabled learning environment with iPads and laptops. Enrichment includes ABRSM music, LAMDA drama, LEGO, Codemotion, MUN and the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
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.
Deledda International School in Genoa, Italy, offers the International Baccalaureate continuum alongside Cambridge Secondary. The Primary Years Programme is in candidate status, while the MYP and DP provide IB experience across eight subject groups, including Language and Literature with Italian A and English A, and Language Acquisition in Italian B, English B, and several other languages. Each subject group receives at least 50 hours of instruction annually, and MYP Year 5 culminates in a Personal Project. ATL and ATT frameworks support learning across all IB stages, fostering communication, collaboration, self-management, critical and creative thinking, and intercultural understanding. The campus in central Genoa features science laboratories, a modern library, two computer laboratories, and interactive classrooms, with MYP Junior Science Lab added in 2013. The school runs service and CAS initiatives, a Model United Nations club, and exhibitions, plus a university and career counselor, and a bilingual elementary program started in 2016.
MILE Bilingual School is a private international school in Milan offering a Cambridge-based curriculum in English and Italian. With more than 20 years of experience, it delivers Cambridge Primary for the Primary years and Cambridge Lower Secondary for the Middle School, integrated with MIUR for the Italian component. The Bespoke Curriculum supports continuity across ages 0 to 14, and the Learning Journey covers ages 1 to 14 from bilingual Nursery to Bilingual Lower Secondary. From Primary, students may study a third language—Spanish, French, Chinese or German. The school is MIUR-recognised for the Italian component and Cambridge International-accredited for First Language. Founded by Adriana Sorbellini, MILE is part of International Schools Partnership (ISP). The campus features spacious, light-filled classrooms and laboratories, drama/art/music rooms, a library in English and Italian, and ICT devices. Outdoor spaces, a gym, fencing for younger students, and after-school care support a well-rounded day for families and students.
ICS Milan School is a Milan-based day school offering an IB World School program (MYP) and recognised as a paritaria school by the Italian Ministry of Education. The school serves ages 1–18 across three campuses: Symbiosis (ages 5–18 on a 10,000 m² site with about 6,000 m² outdoor space), Colletta (Nursery–Primary, 1,600 m², with a 15 × 6 m pool and two playgrounds) and Tenca (Nursery–Primary, 2,600 m² with dedicated spaces, Early Years playground, indoor gym and lunchroom). Curriculum begins with EYFS in Nursery, then the IB Primary Years Programme for Preschool–Year 6 with Italian language and culture integrated. Middle School offers the MYP; Years 10–11 use Cambridge IGCSE; Years 12–13 offer the IB Diploma Programme, with the DP Core including TOK, CAS and Extended Essay. Italian language aligns with national standards through Scuola Paritaria. Campuses feature Innovation Laboratories, gyms and swimming facilities, plus After School and Summer School programmes.
The New School Rome is a private, not-for-profit international day school serving students aged 3–18. It delivers the English National Curriculum across Foundation Stage, Primary, and Secondary, with a pathway through Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, and Cambridge A Levels. The school is affiliated with COBIS, Cambridge International, and Pearson Edexcel and is a member of the Rome International Schools Association. Class sizes are small to support individual attention. Established in 1972 by a consortium of parents and teachers, it operates as a democratic community where parents, students and staff collaborate as equal partners. The campus features the Little Explorers Foundation Stage, a nature-based setting for 3–5 year olds, plus on-site facilities for music, drama, and language study. Italian is taught from Year 1. A range of residential trips, guest speakers and sports tournaments enriches learning. Pastoral care and wellbeing underpin academic life.
Acorn International School of Rome offers a bilingual English/Italian education with a dual curriculum that blends the UK framework with the Italian national syllabus. From age 3 to 19, students progress through Early Years, Primary, Middle School and the International Baccalaureate High School. The school is an IB World School and a Cambridge partner, and is recognized by the Italian Ministry of Education, ensuring alignment with international standards while celebrating Italian heritage. The Vejo Park Campus in northern Rome houses science laboratories, libraries, theatres, music and fabrication labs, two sport gyms, three sport fields and an in‑house canteen, all supporting small class sizes averaging 18 students for personalized learning. Distinctive programs include a strong emphasis on cross‑cultural literacy and immersion in both curricula, plus a sustainability initiative where students produced Acorn olive oil since 2024. A wide range of after‑school activities complements classroom learning to develop well‑rounded global citizens worldwide.
Britannia International School of Rome is a private international primary school serving children aged 3 to 11 in southern Rome. The school teaches English-based education under the National Curriculum for England and Wales, guided by a team of qualified English mother-tongue teachers. The Early Years Foundation Stage (ages 3–5) covers Kindergarten and Transition with six areas of learning: Personal Social and Emotional Development; Communication, Language and Literacy; Mathematical Development; Knowledge and Understanding of the World; Creative Development; and Physical Development, all delivered in a happy English-language environment. The Primary School (ages 5–11, Key Stages 1 and 2) offers English, Maths, Science, History, Geography, Computing, Art, Drama, Music, Design Technology and PE, with optional Italian language programme up to five hours weekly for native Italian speakers. Britannia was founded in 1987. After-school activities include sports on a football pitch, arts and music sessions, and a homework programme guided by English-speaking tutors.
The English International School of Padua is an international school in Italy serving students aged 1 to 18 across Nursery/Infant, Primary, Middle and High School. It operates in purpose-built buildings on Via Forcellini: 164 houses Middle and High School, 168 serves Nursery/Infant and Primary. The curriculum combines EYFS, the IB Primary Years Programme, Cambridge IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme, with English as the main language and bilingual English-Italian instruction. Cambridge IGCSE is offered for ages 14–16, and the Diploma Programme for the final two years (ages 16–19). Facilities include two equipped gyms, outdoor football field, a large green area for cricket and rounders, an outdoor synthetic pitch, an athletics track, IT and science labs, English and Italian libraries, and on-site canteens with nutritionist-approved menus. The campus features a geo-solar system and a green oasis. Extracurriculars include MUN, TOK, Diploma Success workshops, Trinity Music Exams, DELE/DELF/Goethe, and Empathia CAS project.
St. Louis School – Archinto Campus offers a specialized high school experience for students aged 14 to 18, located within the historic Palazzo Archinto in central Milan. This 17th-century palace provides a unique learning environment where modern education meets Italian heritage, situated steps away from the Duomo. Students follow a two-stage academic pathway: the Cambridge IGCSE program in Years 10 and 11, followed by the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma in Years 12 and 13.The campus is particularly known for its consistent academic performance, having maintained the highest average IB Diploma score in continental Europe for several consecutive years. Facilities include six dedicated science and computer laboratories equipped with 3D printers and virtual reality tools to support a strong focus on STEM subjects. Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes personal growth through the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award and a variety of CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) initiatives, alongside professional university guidance tailored for international applications.
Vittoria International School in central Turin serves students aged 3 to 18. Founded 47 years ago, it operates Vittoria Junior (Nursery–Primary–Middle) and Vittoria High Schools (Italian Curriculum High School or Upper Secondary International School) on a 7,200 square metre campus. Instruction is largely English, with Italian, French and Spanish offered as additional languages. The Primary School combines the Italian official programme with Cambridge Primary, teaching Humanities in Italian and STEM in English. Lower Secondary blends the MIUR curriculum for Humanities and Arts with Cambridge Lower Secondary for Science, Maths and ICT, while English proficiency (exit level B1/B2) accompanies the Italian Middle School Diploma. The Upper Secondary International School offers four years of English-language study, with Cambridge ICE (Grades 9–10) and the IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11–12). All subjects are taught in English; Italian literature is taught in Italian. The school emphasises international mindedness alongside Italian identity, supported by a Global Perspectives Programme and a range of co-curricular activities for students worldwide.
Alexandria International School is a private bilingual school in Alessandria, Italy, serving ages 0 to 18. The curriculum combines Italian national programs with a Cambridge international pathway, delivered by native‑speaking teachers. English is progressively integrated from early years, with up to 11 hours of weekly instruction, preparing students for Cambridge assessments alongside the Italian Esame di Stato del Primo Ciclo. The school joined the International Schools Partnership (ISP) in 2023, expanding international opportunities through ISP programs, intercultural activities, virtual exchanges, and summer programs. Cambridge recognition for the Liceo Scientifico (2019) and the introduction of Cambridge Lower Secondary for Middle School (2025) exemplify its international qualifications pathway. The 2025–2028 PTOF highlights project‑based learning, digital literacy, Content Language Integrated Learning, and Global Perspectives, all supported by personalized paths and a focus on European key competencies and global citizenship. The Alessandria campus features modern laboratories, spacious sports facilities, and an on‑site organic canteen.
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