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Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages English, Italian, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Languages, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School
Introduction
Teodoro Monticelli International School (TMIS) is an international day school in Lago Patria, near Giugliano in Campania, Italy, welcoming students aged 3 to 14. The school offers a bespoke international curriculum designed to accommodate varying English levels and multiple nationalities, with core subjects taught in bilingual English and Italian. Cambridge English courses are available for all students, from CEFR A1 to C2, culminating in YLE, KET, PET and FCE exams; the centre is an authorized Cambridge English Preparation Center. TMIS is accredited by the Italian Ministry of Education (MIUR) and by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). The campus serves Early Years through Middle School across three buildings, with three laboratories and two outdoor sports fields, and integrated technology including smart boards and tablets. Extracurriculars include Cambridge language study, bilingual ISL/ESL support, cultural and language clubs, and social/hobbies activities with regular field trips. The school fosters global-minded learners.
Teodoro Monticelli International School has instruction in English, Italian.
Location
Located in Lago Patria, Giugliano in Campania (Naples metropolitan area), Italy. Address: Via Saturno, 6 (Parco Mazzola), 80014 Lago Patria. It serves an international community within the Naples area, including families connected to the NATO JFC Naples base. The school welcomes more than 25 nationalities.
Stages
Early Years (3-5 years old); Elementary (1st-5th grade); Middle School (6th-8th grade).
Type
International day school offering an international curriculum with Cambridge English courses; accredited by the Italian Ministry of Education (MIM) and by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
Pupil Nationality Mix
More than 25 nationalities are represented, mostly related to the NATO JFC Naples base.
Additional learning support
ISL/ESL courses for students with difficulties in Italian and English, customized to each student; aims to integrate students into the class/grade standards.
Country affiliation
Italy.
Fees
Application / Registration Fee - A non‑zero registration/enrollment fee is required as part of the admission process; the enrollment form and registration‑fee amount are provided to families after a student's acceptance is confirmed.
Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year) - The school does not publish a public, itemized tuition schedule by year group or by term for the current academic year. Specific annual and/or term tuition amounts for each year group are supplied to families during the registration/enrollment stage.
Billing schedule and payment terms - No public, detailed billing schedule (for example: number of instalments, term dates tied to payments, or late‑payment penalties) is published. Billing cadence and payment terms are communicated to parents through the enrollment documentation provided after acceptance.
Boarding fees - No boarding or residential provision is listed for the school; it operates as a day school. Therefore, there are no published boarding fees.
Other costs and fees - Uniform: Use of the school uniform is mandatory from Kindergarten through Grade 8. The price for uniform items is not published. - No public schedule of other ancillary fees (examples that schools commonly charge such as school meals, transport, exam fees or activity/field‑trip charges) is published on the school's publicly available admission materials. - The school offers a special discount for NATO personnel under an agreement with JFC Naples Family Support / Morale & Welfare Branch; details on how this discount is applied are handled through admissions/enrollment communications.
Refund information - No publicly posted, detailed refund policy (for registration fees, tuition paid in advance, or deposits) is available in the school's admission materials. Refund terms are provided to families as part of the enrollment paperwork and payment terms.
Fee payment options - The school's public admission pages do not list accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card, SEPA, etc.). Payment methods and instructions are provided in the enrollment documentation and fee instructions issued to enrolled families. Contact details for arranging payments and enrollment (phone: +39 081 5091620).
Summary statement for parents - The school requires a registration/enrollment fee and issues the full fee schedule, billing schedule, payment terms, any discounts (such as the NATO discount), and refund rules to families once an offer of enrollment is confirmed. Uniforms are mandatory from Kindergarten to Grade 8 and must be ordered through the school contact; uniform prices are not published. No boarding fees apply because no boarding provision is listed.
Academics
Teodoro Monticelli International School teaches American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 3 to 14.
Curriculum
TMIS has an International Curriculum designed to welcome students of different levels beyond their grade. It hosts more than 25 nationalities, with varying levels of English proficiency. Cambridge English language courses are available to all students (CEFR A1–C2) and run weekly from October to May, with a final exam in late May/early June; YLE, KET, PET and FCE certificates are offered. TMIS is accredited by the Ministry of Education (MIM) and by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and is an authorised Cambridge English Preparation Center. Students can follow yearly courses at different levels up to FCE.
Exam Results
School year 2023-24: 8th graders' final degree exams averaged 8.5/10; Cambridge AS exams 2023-24: 100% passed.
Higher Education Progression
TMIS is fully accredited by the Ministry of Education (MIM) for preschool through 8th grade and by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). WASC accreditation enables documents, report cards and certificates recognized by the Italian system and internationally, supporting entry to Italian schools or international colleges abroad. INVALSI exams are administered at the end of each academic year.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school promotes socialization, physical and emotional development, as well as intellectual skills in its Early Years program. The English language teaching program supports a child centered, play-based pedagogy that explicitly teaches international values. The atmosphere is an authentic international experience with a caring environment and a high level of respect for all members of the TMIS community. There is open collaboration between teachers, parents and the Board as a key factor in our success.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
ISL and ESL courses are offered for students who encounter difficulties with Italian and English, customized to each student needs. The goal is to fill language barriers and integrate students to class standards, especially for newcomers with deficiencies in English or Italian. The ESL program strengthens grammar, vocabulary and comprehension through individual or group activities, projects and text comprehension. The ISL program builds Italian basics such as grammar, spelling and vocabulary through concept maps, text analysis and group work. Periodic meetings between ESL/ISL teachers and class teachers monitor progress and determine integration back to the regular timetable.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
TMIS welcomes more than 25 nationalities with different levels of English proficiency. The ISL/ESL program provides English language support. TMIS is an authorised Cambridge English Preparation Center offering courses at levels up to FCE.
Mental Wellbeing
The Early Years program promotes socialization, physical and emotional development. The atmosphere at TMIS is a caring environment with a high level of respect for all community members. Open collaboration between teachers, parents and the Board supports student wellbeing.
Admissions
Admissions
Admission process STEP 1 Please fill the “enquiry form” to submit your interest of enrollment in our School. STEP 2 You will be shortly replied after availability and compatibility via e-mail as confirmation of acceptance. STEP 3 In case of acceptance you will receive the ENROLLMENT FORM and REGISTRATION FEE DETAILS in order to ensure your spot. STEP 4 What to bring: - Student I.D. Card or Passport copy - Student Fiscal Code copy - Both parents I.D. or Passport copy - Both parents Fiscal code - Immunization records - Previous Report card. We are happy to inform you that we have renewed our agreement with MWA/JFC, by which we offer a special discount to civilian and military personnel working on Base.
Scholarships
Discounts for NATO members under a special agreement with JFC Naples Family Support and Morale & Welfare Branch.
FAQs
What curriculum does TMIS follow?
TMIS offers a bespoke international curriculum with bilingual English-Italian instruction. Cambridge English courses (YLE, KET, PET, FCE) are available for all students, and the school is WASC and MIM accredited.
What age range does the school serve?
The school serves students aged 3 to 14, covering Early Years, Elementary (1st-5th grade), and Middle School (6th-8th grade).
Is the school accredited?
Yes. TMIS is fully accredited by the Italian Ministry of Education (MIM) for preschool through 8th grade and by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), providing international recognition.
What are the school's academic results?
In 2023-24, 8th graders averaged 8.5 out of 10 on final degree exams and 100% of Cambridge AS exam participants passed. These results reflect strong academic preparation.
How diverse is the student body?
More than 25 nationalities are represented, with many families connected to the NATO JFC Naples base in the area. The school is designed to accommodate varying English levels.
Is there learning support for language difficulties?
Yes. ISL and ESL courses are offered for students with difficulties in Italian and English, customised to each student's needs. The goal is to fill language gaps and integrate students to class standards.
Are there any discounts available?
Yes. Discounts are available for NATO members under a special agreement with JFC Naples Family Support and Morale & Welfare Branch.
Where is the school located?
TMIS is at Via Saturno 6 (Parco Mazzola), Lago Patria, in the Giugliano in Campania area near Naples. It serves the local international community including NATO families.
What facilities does the school have?
The campus has three main buildings, two sports fields, three laboratories, external spaces for social and sport activities, green areas, and an outdoor gazebo. Smart boards and tablets are used throughout.
How do I apply?
Fill in the online enquiry form, then await confirmation of acceptance via email. Accepted families receive the enrolment form and registration fee details.
When was the school founded?
TMIS was founded in 2012 by Mrs. Floriana Monticelli. It has grown into a fully accredited international school serving the NATO and local community near Naples.
What languages are taught?
English and Italian are the main languages, taught bilingually across subjects. Cambridge English courses from A1 to C2 level are available for all students with YLE, KET, PET, and FCE certification.
