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Italy, Florence
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The Canadian School of Florence hosts Open Days (Inside CSF events) to help families learn about the school and curriculum. Inside CSF events allow families to tour each campus while classes are in session, meet teachers and students, and learn about CSF's approach. Locations are: Kindergarten/Primary campus in Fiesole at Via delle Fontanelle 2/4 (ages 3–9); Upper Junior/Middle campus in Fiesole at Piazza San Domenico 15 (ages 10–13); High School campus in Florence at Via Jacopo Nardi 18 (ages 14–18). The next Inside CSF event is March 26, starting at 9:00 AM and lasting about 1.5 hours. Private tours can be booked at a convenient time; online meetings can be scheduled year‑round; private school visits with the Admissions Manager are also available. To inquire about applying, families can use the inquiries form on the Contact page. The school is English‑based, with 80% of subjects taught in English; French and Italian are taught as second languages. The Canadian curriculum is followed, with a Senior School graduate in four years, and the school holds Scuola Paritaria recognition from the Italian Ministry of Education. Outdoor learning is part of the program.
The Canadian School of Florence Senior School provides the Ontario Canadian Curriculum to students in Grades 9 through 12. Located in a renovated historical building near the center of Florence, the campus features a science laboratory, a multimedia hub, and a dedicated art studio. Students work toward the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), a qualification that allows for direct entry into universities worldwide. A standout feature of the school is its participation in the Junk Kouture competition, where students design high-fashion outfits from recycled materials, integrating creative arts with sustainability. As a member of the Globeducate network, the school involves students in international events and environmental initiatives in partnership with organizations like the WWF. The curriculum includes an Italian Paritaria pathway, ensuring local students can also meet national educational requirements. Small class groups facilitate personalized attention, while the city itself serves as an extended classroom for experiential learning and historical study.
