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Italy, Florence
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English is the base language of instruction, with 80% of subjects taught in English. French and Italian are offered as second languages. English language support is provided through full-immersion EAL courses.
The Ontario Canadian Curriculum is taught from Kindergarten to Grade 12. The school offers a Double Diploma option that combines the Italian diploma with the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).
Total-immersion English language teaching is provided across all CSF campuses. The EAL course offers full-immersion English for Elementary and Middle School ( four days per week ) and Senior School ( five days per week ).
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.
