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Italy, Rome
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The school operates an international curriculum with a Montessori-based kindergarten and a Cambridge International curriculum for primary grades. Reading and writing in English are introduced from class one, taught by English mother tongue teachers who follow the school curriculum closely. The school offers Italian classes alongside Cambridge, enabling movement abroad or continuation studies in Italy. The school provides its own readers and teaching materials, and does not charge for didactic materials or stationery. A nutritious lunch is provided. The school is a member of RISA and is approved by the Italian Ministry of Education. The nursery uses the Montessori method, while the primary program aligns with Cambridge International standards and is recognised by universities and employers worldwide. The seven learning areas are literacy, mathematics, sensorial, practical life, creativity, cultural studies, and outdoors. The environment is designed to be like a home where children can learn at their own pace. The address is Via delle Barozze, 70, 00040 Rocca di Papa (RM), Italy, and the location overlooks Lake Albano in the Castelli Romani area. School hours/calendar includes a published calendar with staff inset days, holidays, and events such as recitals; calendars for 2025 and 2026 list dates for openings, holidays, and school activities. The school's contact details are available on-site at the address above and via the listed phone and email.
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Children's Castle International in Italy welcomes children aged 2 to 11 to a bilingual, international learning environment. The nursery uses Montessori methods, while the Cambridge Primary curriculum guides the primary years, mapped to UK stages: Class 1 (2–3) nursery; Class 2 (3–4) Foundation Stage; Class 3 (4–5) Reception; Class 4 (5–6) Year 1. Cambridge Primary is complemented by Italian language studies to support mobility between countries. The school is Cambridge International-affiliated, a member of RISA, and approved by Italy's Ministry of Education (MIUR). Learning areas cover Literacy, Mathematics, Sensorial, Practical Life, Creativity, Cultural Studies, and Outdoors. The campus overlooks Lake Albano and sits in a villa with a large compound, green spaces, a forest, parking, an airy gym, spacious classrooms, a lunch room, and child-sized toilets, all compliant with Italian health and safety requirements. The program blends Montessori in kindergarten with Cambridge in the primary years within a bilingual framework.
