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Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages English, Italian, Spanish
Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, Sport
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School
Introduction
St. Philip School in Rome offers a bilingual Italian–English curriculum for ages 3–13, part of Cambridge Institute for primary and middle school since 2022. The school serves preschool through secondary, with English and Italian taught by native or bilingual teachers. In bilingual nursery, three classes serve ages 3–5, with English instruction totaling 20 hours for 3-year-olds and 30 hours for 4–5-year-olds, alongside 25 curricular hours. The bilingual primary program shares instruction between Italian and English, with at least 21 English hours weekly. In the middle school, 12 English hours weekly are delivered, with native-speaking and Italian teachers alternating. The campus covers 5,000 meters and includes 15 classrooms, 6 laboratories, 5 sports fields and a theater. Core learning centers emphasize art, music and movement, supported by laboratories in art, music, computer, chemistry and multimedia. A Chinese language and culture course begins in primary, with Hanban YCT 1 certification available in secondary.
St. Philip School has instruction in Italian, English.
Location
Via Don Orione, 8, 00183 Roma (RM), Italy.
Stages
Kindergarten, Primary School, and Middle School (First Grade Secondary School).
Type
The school is a private educational institution.
School day structure
Kindergarten: curricular hours are 25; English is taught by native speakers for 20 hours per week (3-year-olds) and 30 hours per week (4- and 5-year-olds). Primary: bilingual program with at least 21 hours of English per week, hours equally shared between Italian and English with native teachers. First Grade Secondary School (Middle School): 12 hours per week exclusively in English with native English teachers who alternate with Italian teachers.
Fees
Application fees - A non‑zero quota d'iscrizione (registration/application fee) is charged and its amount is set annually by the school's governing body. The exact registration fee amount is included on the price list attached to the enrolment documentation rather than published as a fixed public figure.
Tuition fees by school year (overview) - The school charges an annual tuition (retta scolastica) that varies by school level (Scuola dell'infanzia / Kindergarten, Scuola primaria / Primary, Scuola secondaria di primo grado / Middle School) and by optional services selected. The precise tuition amounts and per‑term breakdowns are provided on the official price list supplied to families and are not published as fixed figures on the public pages.
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Boarding fees - The school operates as a day school (Kindergarten through Middle School services are listed and boarding is not provided); therefore boarding fees are not applicable.
Other costs and fees - Canteen (mens a) is an additional, chargeable service when used; its cost is listed separately from the tuition. - School uniform costs (divise) are additional and uniforms are mandatory. The uniform is supplied through an external supplier; a separate price list for uniform items is available (prices are not published as fixed figures on the public pages). - Supplementary charges may apply for: school materials in Primary (acquisto del materiale didattico), extracurricular / after‑school activities, cultural and sports activities, educational outings and any optional services selected. These supplementary costs are itemised on the school's price list.
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Academics
St. Philip School teaches Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 3 to 14.
Curriculum
St. Philip School in Rome is a fully bilingual Italian–English school that uses a 'know-how' approach, blending theory and practical experience. The curriculum centers on three core values: art, music and movement. The school offers education from kindergarten through middle school, with English and Italian taught by native or bilingual teachers. In the bilingual nursery, there are three homogeneous classes for ages 3, 4 and 5; English is taught by mother-tongue teachers for 20 hours per week for the 3-year-olds and 30 hours per week for the 4–5-year-olds; curricular hours total 25. In the bilingual primary, the hours are equally shared between Italian and English, with at least 21 hours of English per week and teachers who are native in English or Italian. In the bilingual first grade secondary (middle school), enrollment requires a level test, and the course includes 12 hours per week exclusively in English with mother-tongue teachers alternating with Italian teachers. The school provides 5,200 hours of English across the curriculum, with from kindergarten onward at least 3–4 hours of English daily, totaling at least 25 hours per week. From the third year of primary, the school offers a Chinese language and culture course, with Hanban YCT 1 certification available. The institution is located at Via Don Orione 8, 00183 Roma (RM).
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Intercultural education and peace education are central to St. Philip School, promoting respect for diversity and dialogue between cultures, social responsibility, solidarity, and care for the common good, with awareness of rights and duties. The school pursues inclusion and uses an interdisciplinary approach with learning units tailored to each class, plus coordinated curricular and extracurricular activities and more frequent use of laboratories and workshops. The faculty undergoes rigorous psycho-pedagogical training and continuous professional development to support students' development. Language competencies in Italian and English are prioritized within a bilingual curriculum across Preschool to Lower Secondary. Art, music and movement are core elements of the pedagogy, reinforcing social and emotional development.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
A dedicated staff member supports students whose mother tongue is not Italian.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
St. Philip School uses a bilingual Italian-English curriculum across Preschool to Lower Secondary. In the nursery, native-English-speaking teachers deliver English for 20-30 hours per week, with 25 curricular hours. In Primary, the bilingual approach divides hours equally between Italian and English, with at least 21 hours of English per week taught by native English and Italian teachers. In Lower Secondary, 12 hours per week are taught in English, exclusively by English-speaking teachers. From kindergarten onward, the school provides about 5,200 hours of English, with at least 3-4 hours of English every day (at least 25 hours per week). The school also offers Chinese language and culture from the third year of primary, with Hanban YCT 1 certification available to secondary pupils.
Mental Wellbeing
St. Philip School follows Steiner-inspired pedagogy that attends to the body, psyche and cognitive development, with curricular design that fosters enthusiasm, balance and rhythm and supports sensory, emotional, personal and relational growth. The educational goals include development of language, mathematical and scientific skills, and musical and art skills, alongside intercultural education and peace education. The pedagogical approach emphasizes social and emotional growth through collaborative learning and the arts, with art, music and movement as fundamental elements of learning.
Admissions
Admissions
Enrollment is possible at any time during the school year. The school is bilingual and not an international school, following the ministerial program. Bilingualism includes up to 4 hours of English per day. Payment in installments is possible. Distance Learning is available.
FAQs
What curriculum does St. Philip School follow?
St. Philip School offers a bilingual Italian-English curriculum and has been part of the Cambridge Institute for primary and middle school since 2022. The approach blends theory with practical experience, centred on art, music, and movement.
What age range does the school serve?
The school serves children aged 3 to 13, from kindergarten through middle school (lower secondary). There are three divisions: nursery, primary, and middle school.
How does the bilingual programme work?
In kindergarten, English is taught by native speakers for 20 hours per week for 3-year-olds and 30 hours for 4-5-year-olds. In primary and middle school, instruction time is divided between Italian and English with native or bilingual teachers.
Are there any additional languages offered?
Yes. Chinese language and culture is introduced from the third year of primary school. In secondary school, students can work towards the Hanban YCT 1 certification in Chinese.
What facilities does the school have?
The school has 5,000 square metres of space including 15 classrooms, 6 laboratories (art, music, computer, chemistry, multimedia), 5 sports fields, and a theatre.
Does the school offer any learning support?
The school has a dedicated staff member who supports students whose mother tongue is not Italian. However, there is no extensive SEN department described beyond this provision.
Is there a school uniform?
Yes. Kindergarten students wear a sports uniform while primary and secondary students wear a formal uniform. Uniforms are supplied by an Italian company.
What is the school's approach to wellbeing?
The school follows Steiner-inspired pedagogy attending to body, psyche, and cognitive development. The curriculum fosters enthusiasm, balance, and rhythm, supporting sensory, emotional, personal, and relational growth.
How do I enrol my child?
Enrollment is possible at any time during the school year. The school follows the ministerial programme and payments can be made in instalments. Distance learning is also available.
What is the school's parent satisfaction rate?
St. Philip School reports that 97% of families are satisfied, reflecting strong parent regard for the bilingual programme and learning environment.
When was the school founded?
St. Philip School began educational activities in 2014. The primary school opened in September 2015, the middle school opened in 2020, and the school became a Cambridge Institute in 2022.
Does the school provide meals?
Yes. A catering service managed by a specialist company provides meals prepared according to nutritionist guidelines. Special dietary menus are available for food intolerances and allergies.
Who runs the school?
The school is governed by Fondazione St. Philip School - ETS. The Head of School is Roberta Wunderle. Transparent administration documents including an organisational chart are published.
