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Strengths STEM, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
YIES School is a private bilingual IB World School for ages 3 to 14, located in Vedano al Lambro, Monza e Brianza, near Parco di Monza. The two‑level campus has a main entrance with ample family parking, a lower level for sport, science and art spaces, and an upper level housing classrooms and offices. The program combines a bilingual Italian–English curriculum with Spanish as a vehicle language from Grade 3; Spanish also becomes a language of instruction in geography, history and science from Grade 3. Learning is concept‑based, experiential and interdisciplinary, with coding, robotics and design integrated into daily work. Math follows the Innovamat method to deepen conceptual understanding, and the SEL laboratory supports social‑emotional development. The school is part of the Becoming Education network, focused on bilingualism, experiential learning and well‑being. Extracurriculars include Coding, Hip Hop and music in English, expressive arts and Cambridge language certifications, plus Homework Club.
Via Monte Grappa, 17, 20854 Vedano al Lambro MB, Italy
The Essentials
Yies School has instruction in Italian, English.
Location
Vedano al Lambro, Monza e Brianza, Italy. The school is located at Via Monte Grappa 17, Vedano al Lambro (MB). A drop-off at the school entrance on Via Monte Grappa is available from 8:40 to 8:50 a.m.
Stages
Early childhood, primary and middle school (Infanzia, Primaria and Secondaria di Primo Grado).
Type
Private bilingual school offering early childhood to middle school; IB World School.
Country affiliation
Italy
School day structure
Lessons run 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. A pre-school service runs from 8:00 a.m. and an after-school service finishes at 6:00 p.m. Drop-off at the Via Monte Grappa entrance is from 8:40 to 8:50 a.m.
Fees
Application fees - Application / enrolment fees: Not published. The school's publicly accessible pages do not include any numerical amount for application or enrolment fees.
Tuition fees by year group - Published tuition amounts by year group (per term or per year): Not published. There is no publicly available fee table or schedule on the school's public pages that lists tuition per class, per term, or per academic year. Families should expect that the school sets separate tuition rates for the different levels (infanzia / primaria / secondaria di primo grado) but the exact figures are not displayed publicly.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Billing schedule (e.g., termly, semesterly, annual) and payment terms (due dates, late-payment penalties, discounts for early payment): Not published. The school's public pages describe daily timetables and the presence of pre- and post-school services but do not publish an invoicing schedule, payment deadlines, or formal payment terms.
Boarding fees (if applicable) - Boarding provision and fees: Not applicable. YIESchool is a day school (infanzia, primaria and lower secondary) with drop-off and pick-up arrangements and pre-/post-school services; there is no indication of boarding or residential accommodation on the school's public pages.
Other costs and optional charges - School meals / mensa: Not published. The site does not list a price for daily meals or a meal plan; it confirms school hours that include a lunch period. - Extra-curricular and after-school clubs (club pomeridiani / after-school): Present, but fees are not stated. After-school clubs and post-school services are described in the school information, but no public price list is provided for these services. - School trips and multi-day outings: Occur from Grade 3 onward; costs are not listed. The school describes day visits and a multi-day trip from grade 3, but no fees are posted publicly for those outings. - Uniforms, books, materials, technology charges, exam fees: Not published. No public schedule of charges for uniform, textbooks, devices or external examination fees is available on the school's public pages.
Refund information - Refunds and withdrawal penalties: Not published. There is no publicly available refund or withdrawal policy with numerical rules or deadlines on the school's public pages.
Fee payment options - Payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, etc.): Not published. The school's public pages provide contact details (email and mobile) for the administration but do not list which payment methods are accepted.
Summary of findings - YIESchool's public pages describe the school's educational levels, daily hours, pre-/post-school services, after-school clubs and the practice of educational outings, but they do not publish any numerical fee schedule, application/enrolment fee amounts, billing timetable, refund policy, or the list of accepted payment methods. For the items requested above, the site confirms the existence or non-applicability of services (for example, no boarding) but provides no monetary figures or formal billing terms.
Academics
Yies School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 14.
Curriculum
The school is an IB World School offering a bilingual Italian–English curriculum with Spanish introduced from Grade 3 as a vehicle language for humanities and sciences. From Grade 3, Spanish also serves as a language of instruction for geography-history and science, enriching the curriculum. The teaching method is concept-based learning, with a focus on experiential and interdisciplinary approaches. Coding, robotics and design are integrated into the program, and mathematics uses the Innovamat method to strengthen mathematical skills. Emotional intelligence is developed through the SEL laboratory, supporting social-emotional learning. The program aims to develop world citizens prepared for European universities and international careers, and is part of the Becoming Education network.
Higher Education Progression
The school prepares students for European universities and international careers.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Serenity, support and cooperation are fundamental elements of the learning environment. Circle Time is used as a morning welcome and a reading corner to support social interaction and language development. The YIES method develops skills, knowledge and attitudes through a concept-driven curriculum and recognizes different learning styles, helping students think creatively and act with independence. The school aims to develop responsible global citizens through intercultural understanding and respect. An emotional intelligence lab is led by a sensitive and competent teacher who helps children name and manage their emotions, contributing to social and emotional development.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Both Italian- and English-speaking staff teach in their own language. Specialists in art, music, emotional lab and physical education enrich the program and Spanish is introduced from Grade 2 and taught by a native Spanish speaker, creating a multilingual environment. English-speaking teachers come from different countries and have years of experience teaching English as a second language in international school settings. Italian teachers have long experience teaching in bilingual environments and understand how bilingualism works. Traditional subjects are taught in both Italian and English, with Spanish as a third language.
Mental Wellbeing
The emotional intelligence lab is a focal point of mental wellbeing, with a sensitive and competent teacher guiding children to name and manage their emotions. Circle Time (morning welcome) and a reading corner support social interaction and emotional development. Serenity, support and cooperation are fundamental principles of the school, aiding a calm and supportive atmosphere. The curriculum develops critical thinking and personal skills to help students grow as responsible citizens, capable of intercultural understanding and respect. The school's multilingual, intercultural approach contributes to wellbeing by fostering inclusive relationships and empathetic communication.
Admissions
Admissions
The school is open to any students, without sex, race, religion, or ability distinctions. The school is an IB World School. Traditional subjects are taught in both Italian and English, with Spanish as a third language. You are invited to set an appointment or videocall to visit and learn about the curriculum.
FAQs
What curriculum does YIES School follow?
YIES is an IB World School offering a bilingual Italian-English curriculum with concept-based learning. Spanish is introduced from Grade 3 as a vehicular language for humanities and sciences.
What age range does the school serve?
YIES serves children aged 3 to 14 across early childhood, primary, and middle school (Infanzia, Primaria, and Secondaria di Primo Grado).
What makes the school trilingual?
Italian and English are taught from the start in a 50/50 model. From Grade 3, Spanish becomes a language of instruction for geography, history, and science. In middle school, Humanities are taught in all three languages.
What is the school's approach to maths?
YIES uses the Innovamat method, a research-based approach to mathematics that supports conceptual understanding through hands-on, adaptive learning.
Does the school use technology?
Yes. Coding, robotics, and design are integrated into the curriculum. Classrooms have internet access, projectors, and computers, with a well-equipped science laboratory.
What is the emotional intelligence lab?
A dedicated space where a specialist teacher guides children to name and manage their emotions. It is a focal point of the school's approach to mental wellbeing and social-emotional development.
Where is the school located?
YIES is at Via Monte Grappa 17, Vedano al Lambro, in the Monza e Brianza province near Parco di Monza. The campus has ample family parking.
What are the school hours?
Lessons run 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Pre-school care starts at 8:00 AM and after-school care extends to 6:00 PM, with drop-off at the main entrance from 8:40 to 8:50.
What after-school activities are available?
Activities include homework club (4-5 PM), coding, English and Spanish language courses, hip hop dance, music classes (group and individual), and expressive art courses.
Does the school provide meals?
Yes. Lunch is served on site from 12:30 to 13:30, followed by free play in the garden.
Is the school open to all students?
Yes. YIES is open to all students without distinction of sex, race, religion, or ability. Families are invited to arrange an appointment or video call to learn more.
Is there a parent community?
Yes. Friends of YIESCHOOL is the parent community. The school is also part of the Becoming Education network, a 0-13 bilingual community focused on experiential learning.
