Italy, Siena
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Teaching is in English. All students learn Italian to a high standard, and other languages are taught, including the home language where possible.
Kindergarten offers full immersion in English to support language fluency.
International School of Siena is a private international school in Tuscany, Italy, serving ages 3 to 18. It offers the International Baccalaureate continuum from Early Years to High School: PYP, MYP and DP, with the Diploma Programme recognised by universities worldwide and legally equivalent to the maturità. English is the language of instruction; Italian is taught to a high standard, and other languages are offered where possible. The school is part of the Inspired Education group and operates on a state-of-the-art campus designed for immersive learning from Kindergarten through IB diploma. Academic facilities are led by subject specialists in English, French, Spanish, drama, dance, music and physical education. Extra-curriculars include Global Exchanges and Summer Camps in Europe, university counselling, and a Co-Curricular Programme. Arts are embedded in the curriculum, with visual and performing arts studios and exhibitions. Italian language clubs, Duke of Edinburgh Award, and community projects further enrich student life. The school prepares Italian students for Quinta Elementare and Terza Media examinations.