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Switzerland, Lugano
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English is the language of instruction. Italian language is taught from Grade 1 to maintain Swiss Italian language proficiency and cultural identity, with Italian taught as an additional language when needed. German Language Acquisition begins in Grade 2 with CEFR-based progression to support local university access. Language Acquisition includes English, Italian, Spanish and Mandarin; co-curricular offerings include German, Italian, French, English, Mandarin and Spanish.
English is the language of instruction. Some subjects are delivered in English and Italian as required by the Ticino Canton. Italian is taught from Grade 1 to maintain Swiss Italian language proficiency and cultural identity, with Italian taught as an additional language for non-native speakers. German is taught from Grade 2 as a language acquisition subject, with CEFR-aligned progression.
Early Years Programme is taught in English (3-5 years old) with full immersion in an English language context. Primary School Programme is taught in English (5-11 years old). Middle School Programme is taught in English (11-16 years old).
International School of Ticino (IST) is a private international day school in Ticino, Switzerland, offering the IB continuum: PYP, MYP, DP, and the IB Career-related Programme (IBCP). The school serves ages 3 to 18. The language of instruction is English, with an Italian bilingual programme for Grades 2–10 to meet Ticino cantonal requirements. IST opened as a kindergarten in 2014 and expanded to serve international and local families; in 2017 it joined Inspired Education Group. Facilities include bright, well-resourced classrooms with up-to-date technology, an early years learning zone, a first-floor learning hub, a gymnasium for football, basketball, and volleyball, and expansive outdoor spaces for play. The curriculum follows IB standards with inquiry-based learning in the PYP and across eight subject areas in the MYP and DP, plus CP options with seven career-related pathways. IST is a signatory to the Global Schools Program and supports Sustainable Development Goals.
