Ambrit International School vs Institut Saint-Dominique

	A Ambrit International School Rome, Italy	I Institut Saint-Dominique Rome, Italy
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €11,250 - 21,900	Fees / year €5,870 - 13,850
Age range	Age range 3 - 14 years	Age range 1 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP)	Curriculum IB (DP), Cambridge International AS Levels, French Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 300
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language French, English, Italian
Opened	Opened —	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Ambrit International School is located at Via F. Tajani 50, 00149 Rome, Italy. It is situated about 6 kilometres south of Rome's historic centre in the Portuense area. The campus sits on a 10-acre hill overlooking the Tiber River.	Location Rome, Lazio, Italy. The campus is at Via Igino Lega 5, 00189 Rome, about 30 minutes from the historic center.
Stages	Stages Early Childhood; Primary School; Middle School. The school serves students aged 3-14.	Stages Preschool from 18 months; Elementary from 6 to 11; Middle school from 11 to 15; High school from 15 to 18; The High school offers the International Baccalaureate.
School type	School type International IB World School offering the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3-11 and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11-14; operates as a day school.	School type Private international school in Rome; boarding is available; part of the Odyssey Education group; accredited by the French Ministry of Education and AEFE partner.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix 420 students; representing over 60 nationalities; language distribution: 40% Italian first language, 30% English first language and 30% native speakers of other languages.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Dedicated support staff includes a pedagogical advisor; specialized teachers (FLE); a school nurse and a psychologist for students with special needs; and a classroom assistant.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation Affiliated with France through AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad).
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation Catholic affiliation; rooted in the Dominican tradition and provides religious instruction.
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure After-school and study options are available: Garderie from 15:30 to 18:00 for preschool; 15:30 to 18:00 for elementary; 16:30 to 18:00 for middle school and high school, with registration per period or year.
Bus service details	Bus service details Bus service available; provided in partnership with a private bus company; daily service from 7:00; routes based on areas where families reside; registration by end of June; route adjustments possible for new families, space permitting.	Bus service details Two bus lines operate in Rome with a possible third; registration is annual and covers the full school calendar; younger students are escorted to their classes on arrival; multiple tariff options; AEFE scholarships can cover transport for French residents in Italy.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Scope and academic year - The following fee schedule applies to the 2025/2026 academic year at Ambrit International School (day programme, ages 3–14). Application / one-time admission fees - Enrolment fee (one-time, payable on acceptance): EUR 4,000. This one-time charge is applied in the first year of enrolment. Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term) - Tuition is published as an annual amount by grade. The school's billing includes a trimester (three-term) option; the per-term figures below are the annual tuition divided by three (per-term amounts are approximate and shown for parent budgeting). - Kindergarten 1 (age 3): - Annual tuition: EUR 11,250. - Per term (approx.): EUR 3,750. - Kindergarten 2 (age 4): - Annual tuition: EUR 11,250. - Per term (approx.): EUR 3,750. - Kindergarten 3 (age 5): - Annual tuition: EUR 14,300. - Per term (approx.): EUR 4,767. - Grade 1 (age 6): - Annual tuition: EUR 17,600. - Per term (approx.): EUR 5,867. - Grade 2 (age 7): - Annual tuition: EUR 17,600. - Per term (approx.): EUR 5,867. - Grade 3 (age 8): - Annual tuition: EUR 19,100. - Per term (approx.): EUR 6,367. - Grade 4 (age 9): - Annual tuition: EUR 19,100. - Per term (approx.): EUR 6,367. - Grade 5 (age 10): - Annual tuition: EUR 20,800. - Per term (approx.): EUR 6,933. - Grade 6 (age 11): - Annual tuition: EUR 20,800. - Per term (approx.): EUR 6,933. - Grade 7 (age 12): - Annual tuition: EUR 21,800. - Per term (approx.): EUR 7,267. - Grade 8 (age 13): - Annual tuition: EUR 21,900. - Per term (approx.): EUR 7,300. Sibling discounts - Second child: 10% discount on tuition. - Third child: 20% discount on tuition. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school offers multiple payment schemes including trimester (three-term) billing, monthly automated payments, and payment in advance for the year; parents may select the scheme that best fits their needs. Per-term amounts shown above are based on the school's trimester billing arrangement (annual divided into three). - Typical payment-related terms in the school's published payment schedules include: automated bank transfer for monthly schemes, a discount for advance full-year payment, and a small saving for monthly automatic payment plans. Specific discount rates and exact due dates are set out in the school's payment schedule documents and apply to the chosen payment scheme. Boarding fees - Ambrit operates as a day school for ages 3–14; there are no boarding fees because boarding is not offered. Other compulsory and optional costs - Lunch program: the school publishes paid lunch options as an additional charge to tuition (standard and dietary-option pricing available). - Bus/transportation: home-to-school bus service is available for an additional fee; one-way and round-trip options are priced separately. - English Additional Language (EAL) and resource support: the school charges additional fees for EAL or intensive resource support where required. - After-school activities and extra-curricular programmes: some activities are included in tuition; others incur separate annual or per-term charges. - Uniform and school supplies: families should budget separately for uniforms and personal school supplies where required. - Examples of these ancillary charges have historically included lunch, transport and EAL fees; the school's payment documents list the current ancillary-price items and charging rules. Refunds, withdrawal and late payment - Withdrawal notice: published payment terms require written notice of withdrawal and set a notice period; under defined payment schemes families remain responsible for fees during the notice period. - Advance-payment refunds: advance full-year payments under an advance-payment scheme are typically treated differently from termly/monthly schemes and may be non-refundable once the school year has commenced. - Late payments are subject to late-payment charges as specified in the school's payment rules. Exact notice periods, the amount or percentage of late-payment charges, and the refund terms for each payment scheme are specified in the school's published payment and registration policies. Fee payment options - Accepted payment methods include bank transfer to the school's Euro account, euro cheque, and credit card; credit-card payments may incur an additional processing surcharge. Parents are responsible for any bank transfer charges from their own banks. Specific account details and the exact credit-card surcharge (where applicable) are provided in the school's payment documentation. Note on figures and calculations shown above - Annual tuition amounts are the school's published annual fees for the 2025/2026 academic year. Per-term amounts are shown as an approximate division of the annual tuition into three terms (trimester), consistent with the school's published billing options; the per-term figures are calculated for budgeting convenience.	Fee details Frais d'inscription - Nouvelle inscription (Droit de Première Inscription) : EUR 1,750.00. Early‑payment reduction on the first‑registration fee if paid before the early deadline: EUR 1,225.00. - Réinscription (Droit Annuel d'Inscription) : EUR 750.00. Early‑payment reduction on the re‑registration fee if paid before the early deadline: EUR 525.00. Frais de scolarité — montants annuels par cycle / parcours (2025–2026) - Pré‑maternelle (TPS) : EUR 6,050.00 par an. - Maternelle : EUR 7,450.00 par an. - Élémentaire : EUR 7,800.00 par an. - Collège (parcours régulier) : EUR 8,600.00 par an. - Collège (parcours Cambridge) : EUR 9,900.00 par an. - PRE‑IB / Grade 9 : EUR 9,900.00 par an. - Lycée (2nde – 1ère – Terminale, régulier et ESABAC) : EUR 9,700.00 par an. - PRE‑IB / Grade 10 : EUR 16,100.00 par an. - IB DP (Grade 11–12) : EUR 16,100.00 par an. Frais de restauration (cantine) — annuels - TPS & Maternelle : EUR 1,100.00 par an. - Élémentaire / Collège / Lycée : EUR 1,650.00 par an. Frais d'examens (le cas échéant) - Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB) – Classe de 3ème : EUR 60.00. - Épreuves anticipées du Baccalauréat (EAB) – Classe de 1ère : EUR 130.00. - Baccalauréat – Classe de Terminale : EUR 300.00. - Frais d'examen Grade 12 (IB/équivalents) : EUR 750.00. Internat — formules et frais annuels (internat, pension et services) - Formule 5 jours, chambre double : EUR 21,650.00 (6ème–3ème); EUR 22,950.00 (Cambridge / Grade 9 / PTM); EUR 21,650.00 (2nde–Terminale); EUR 28,050.00 (Grade 10–11–12). - Formule 5 jours, chambre simple : EUR 23,650.00 (6ème–3ème); EUR 24,950.00 (Cambridge / Grade 9 / PTM); EUR 23,650.00 (2nde–Terminale); EUR 30,050.00 (Grade 10–11–12). - Formule 7 jours, chambre double : EUR 25,650.00 (6ème–3ème); EUR 26,950.00 (Cambridge / Grade 9 / PTM); EUR 25,650.00 (2nde–Terminale); EUR 32,050.00 (Grade 10–11–12). - Formule 7 jours, chambre simple : EUR 27,650.00 (6ème–3ème); EUR 28,950.00 (Cambridge / Grade 9 / PTM); EUR 27,650.00 (2nde–Terminale); EUR 34,050.00 (Grade 10–11–12). - Dépôt de garantie et caisse pour dépenses imprévues (obligatoire la première année) : EUR 500.00 + EUR 500.00 (montants indiqués pour les formules). Accueil dimanche soir (supplément annuel) : EUR 1,000.00. Autres coûts / services facultatifs (annuels) - Transport scolaire (service annuel) : EUR 2,950.00. - Garderie maternelle / Étude élémentaire : EUR 600.00. - Activités extrascolaires : catalogue et tarifs publiés en début d'année (frais variables). - Fournitures scolaires : incluses pour l'ensemble du primaire dans les frais annuels de scolarité. - Tenue scolaire / uniformes : la tenue scolaire est à la charge de la famille; aucun montant forfaitaire uniforme imprimé dans la grille tarifaire annuelle. Modalités de facturation, échéances et conditions de paiement - Facturation : la facture annuelle regroupe les frais annuels de scolarité et de cantine ainsi que les taxes d'examen et les dépenses pédagogiques listées. En cas de départ en cours d'année, la tranche annuelle des frais de scolarité et le transport scolaire restent dus pour le trimestre de référence ; la cantine est calculée au prorata des mois utilisés. - Options de paiement disponibles durant l'année scolaire (trois modalités) : - Paiement annuel intégral, effectué au plus tard avant la rentrée (paiement annuel exigé par virement bancaire pour la modalité annuelle). - Paiement trimestriel en trois versements : paiements répartis en 40% / 30% / 30% de la tranche annuelle restante (après déduction des sommes payées à l'inscription), avec échéances en septembre, décembre et mars. Les pourcentages et échéances sont appliqués sur la facture annuelle. - Paiement mensuel en 9 versements : échéances mensuelles de septembre à mai (après déduction des sommes payées lors de l'inscription). - Modalité par défaut : si la famille ne précise pas la modalité et la fréquence choisies, le paiement est effectué trimestriellement par prélèvement bancaire SEPA. Les paiements par chèque et en espèces ne sont pas acceptés. Exemples de répartition (calculs basés sur la tranche annuelle et la répartition 40% / 30% / 30%) - Pré‑maternelle (EUR 6,050.00) : versements trimestriels (40% / 30% / 30%) = EUR 2,420.00 ; EUR 1,815.00 ; EUR 1,815.00. Paiement mensuel (9 mois) = EUR 672.22 par mois. - Maternelle (EUR 7,450.00) : trimestriels = EUR 2,980.00 ; EUR 2,235.00 ; EUR 2,235.00. Mensuel = EUR 827.78. - Élémentaire (EUR 7,800.00) : trimestriels = EUR 3,120.00 ; EUR 2,340.00 ; EUR 2,340.00. Mensuel = EUR 866.67. - Collège parcours régulier (EUR 8,600.00) : trimestriels = EUR 3,440.00 ; EUR 2,580.00 ; EUR 2,580.00. Mensuel = EUR 955.56. - Collège Cambridge / PRE‑IB Grade 9 (EUR 9,900.00) : trimestriels = EUR 3,960.00 ; EUR 2,970.00 ; EUR 2,970.00. Mensuel = EUR 1,100.00. - Lycée (2nde–Terminale, EUR 9,700.00) : trimestriels = EUR 3,880.00 ; EUR 2,910.00 ; EUR 2,910.00. Mensuel = EUR 1,077.78. - PRE‑IB / IB DP (EUR 16,100.00) : trimestriels = EUR 6,440.00 ; EUR 4,830.00 ; EUR 4,830.00. Mensuel = EUR 1,788.89. (Note : les montants trimestriels et mensuels ci‑dessus sont des calculs effectués à partir de la tranche annuelle et de la répartition des échéances indiquée pour la modalité trimestrielle et mensuelle; la première somme due peut être ajustée après déduction des paiements effectués lors de l'inscription.) Remboursements et annulations - Les frais d'ouverture de dossier et les frais de première inscription ne sont pas remboursables en cas d'annulation ou de renoncement. En cas de départ anticipé en cours d'année, la tranche annuelle des frais de scolarité et le transport scolaire restent dus pour le trimestre de référence ; la cantine est calculée au prorata des mois de fréquentation. Des pénalités et intérêts de retard peuvent être appliqués en cas de défaut de paiement. Modes de paiement acceptés - Virement bancaire (le paiement annuel est indiqué comme payable exclusivement par virement bancaire pour l'option annuelle). - Prélèvement bancaire SEPA (prélèvement direct). Si aucune modalité de paiement n'est choisie, la facturation est réglée par prélèvement SEPA trimestriel par défaut. - Les paiements par chèque et en espèces ne sont pas acceptés. Remises et réductions - Réduction pour paiement annuel anticipé : tarif réduit (pourcentage variable selon l'année / échéance indiquée dans la grille tarifaire ; seuils et dates limites précisés dans la grille). Pour 2025–2026, une réduction pour paiement annuel anticipé est indiquée. - Réduction fratrie : réduction de 10% sur la tranche annuelle des frais de scolarité à partir du 2ᵉ enfant inscrit. (La présente synthèse reprend les montants et modalités applicables pour l'année scolaire 2025–2026 ; les montants annuels, les frais d'internat et les options facultatives sont indiqués ci‑dessus conformément à la grille tarifaire et au règlement financier de l'établissement.)
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The school has no boarding facilities; it is a day school.	Boarding arrangements Two boarding options: 5 days a week and 7 days a week. The 5 days a week option allows students to stay Sunday evening to Friday after classes, then return home for weekends. The 7 days a week option allows students to stay on campus throughout the week, including weekends, returning home only during school holidays. Single or double rooms with private bathrooms and toilets. Mandatory evening study time in a dedicated room. Areas dedicated to boarders include a common room with a relaxation area and television, a fitness room and a table tennis room. Recreational and cultural outings are organized on weekends. The boarding school accepts students from 6ème (Garde 6) to Terminale (Grade 12). The IB and French programmes are offered with trilingual teaching at the school (French, English, Italian).
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement All students in grades 4-8 must purchase an Ambrit physical education uniform, which costs 70€.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options The school offers warm, freshly prepared lunches daily; the menu is pork-free and special meals can be requested. Lunch is compulsory and costs 1,300€ per child.	Food options Meals are cooked on site through an internal school meals service in partnership with Vivenda. Menus are adapted to the nutritional needs of pupils, with high-quality, varied products and guidance to follow a full menu. Food allergies or intolerances are managed with an individualized plan (Projet d'Accueil Individualisé – PAI).
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Ambrit is an independent school owned and governed by Fondazione Ambrit B. C. Mullane ETS, a non-profit foundation with its own Board of Governors.	Governance and ownership Part of the Odyssey Education group; accredited by the French Ministry of Education and recognised as a partner of AEFE.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Ambrit offers the International Baccalaureate continuum with PYP in Early Childhood and Primary and MYP in Middle School. The EC PYP Curriculum is play-based and Reggio-inspired, with inquiry-driven learning for ages 3–6. The Primary School PYP Curriculum uses Units of Inquiry under six transdisciplinary themes and includes English as an Additional Language (EAL), ICT and PSPE as core components. The Middle School follows the MYP, covering Language and Literature, Language Acquisition (Italian, French, Mandarin, Spanish), Sciences, Individuals and Societies, Design, Mathematics, Arts, and Physical and Health Education. Language of instruction is English and Italian.	Curriculum details Primary education is bilingual. The primary program runs Maternelle (18 months–6 years) and Élémentaire (6–11 years). Secondary education includes Collège (11–15) and Lycée (15–18), with the International Baccalaureate (IB) available for Grades 9–12. In the IB section, instruction is in English and most courses are taught in English, with other languages taught at advanced levels; classes are small. The IB Diploma Programme requires choosing courses across Groups 1–6 with HL/SL levels, and includes the core components Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS). There is also a five-week IB immersion in Rome for students in Grade 9–11.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Approximately 420 students; maximum class size of 20.	Student teacher ratio Small class sizes.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression At the end of middle school, Ambrit students are prepared to enter International High School or Italian High School, depending on the program chosen for Middle School. The Grade 8 Dean of Students provides high school selection information and arranges onsite information sessions and visits to high schools in Rome.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Ambrit stands firmly against discrimination in all forms. It aims to create a school culture where every member feels safe, seen, heard, and treated with dignity. This commitment informs its curriculum and school life.	Social & emotional learning The school fosters a climate of benevolence and equity with relationships based on listening and mutual respect, building a climate of fraternity. Personal well-being and growth are central to the school's projects, with individualized support, progress tracking, and a focus on students' well-being and development through extracurricular activities and positive disciplines. An atmosphere of listening, cooperation, and solidarity guides interactions, and families are fully involved in school life.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Special Educational Needs: Mild or moderate learning difficulties may be admitted on a probationary basis with written dates of evaluation; Ambrit cannot admit serious learning, physical, emotional, or behavioural difficulties due to space and trained staff constraints. Some Learning Support services may incur additional fees; past records may be required, including prior diagnostic testing or evidence of special education assistance.	Special educational needs (SEN) An inclusive approach is supported by a Health Pole with a nurse and a school psychologist who work with the teaching team to provide personalized follow-up and in-class sessions on health and psychology. The Health Pole is a place of reception, listening, guidance and first aid under the supervision of a school nurse. The nurse is bound by professional confidentiality. A speech therapist is available to conduct speech and language assessments and therapy. The psychologist and speech therapist collaborate with the educational staff to support students with special needs and to facilitate their school integration, with family involvement.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The language of instruction is English, with Italian, French, Mandarin, and Spanish offered as additional languages. The EAL program assists students whose first language is not English to become competent users of English so they can participate fully in the social and academic life of the school. English language learning is not intended as a replacement for the home language but as an additional language. The counselling team is part of the Student Support Services and supports well-being.	English as an additional language Within the framework of the French national education program, Odyssey schools deliver academic instruction in French and English, taught from early years by native-speaking teachers in an intercultural and multilingual approach. In addition, instruction in the language of the host country is provided to foster cultural openness and to enable students to return to the local curriculum. Learners can express themselves fluently in three languages and possess key skills for meeting the challenges of the 21st century.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Counselling is part of Ambrit's Student Support Services. The counselling team enhances the well-being of the school community in a confidential, non-judgmental manner. They provide individual, small group, and family counselling and offer workshops on social skills, transitions, third culture kids, behaviour management, bullying prevention, and family harmony.	Mental wellbeing Psychological support is available to provide listening and support to help individuals reflect and progress. An on-site wellbeing space offers individual, family, or staff sessions with the school psychologist. Consultations can be scheduled by appointment to address mental health and well-being needs.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding The health pole manages care and emergencies, including first aid and child protection. The nurse operates under professional confidentiality and coordinates with teachers and families to ensure safe care. The school collaborates with the psychologist and other specialists to follow students with health or developmental needs and to safeguard their wellbeing.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The Ambrit campus is in the Portuense area of Rome, on a 10-acre hill overlooking the Tiber River. The school day runs from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with arrivals from 8:00 a.m. The school year runs from early September to late June, with two half-term breaks and longer holidays at the end of December/beginning of January and for one week at Easter. Lunch is warm, freshly prepared and pork-free, with seasonal changes and options for special meals. A bus service operates daily from 7:00 a.m. with routes established based on where families reside. After School Activities offer more than 90 activities annually, including crafts, drama, sports, robotics, languages and a rich music program with four choirs and an orchestra.	Facilities overview The 6-hectare green campus features a range of facilities and services designed for students' work, personal development and comfort. It includes two libraries, a science classroom and a laboratory, a theatre/performance hall, a music room, and a visual arts room. Outdoor facilities include a garden, two playgrounds, an athletic track and a gymnasium. On-site dining and wellbeing services include a cafeteria area with a school nurse, a health and wellbeing space, two parking lots, and a snack bar, plus a new café space for gatherings.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities Two collective sports fields, an athletics track and a gymnasium support physical education. Additional outdoor facilities include two playgrounds suitable for outdoor activities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Ambrit offers the full International Baccalaureate continuum with PYP and MYP Programmes. Ambrit Primary is an IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) school, and in Middle School high academic standards are combined with social and thinking competencies to prepare students for International High School or Italian High School. Italian is taught as an additional language from Nursery through Grade Five, and in Middle School students can study Spanish, French or Mandarin depending on the program. ICT is integrated across learning with Chromebooks/Macbooks, iPads in classrooms, Mac desktops, and a range of tools including Beebots, Botleys, Microbits, Lego Mindstorms EV3, Lego Spikes, Arduinos and a 3D printer. There are approximately 420 students, with a maximum class size of 20; Early Childhood classes and Grade 1 have a class teacher and an assistant, while Grades 2-5 have one class teacher; specialist teachers for art, music, PE and library support learning; the campus sits in Portuense, six kilometres south of the historic centre on a 10-acre site overlooking the Tiber River.	Academic facilities Academic facilities include two libraries and a science classroom with a laboratory. Arts-focused spaces include a theatre/performance hall, a music room and a visual arts room.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The After School Activities program offers over 90 activities each year, including Origami, Embroidery, Arts and Crafts, Sketchbook, Drama, Debate, Newspaper and Book Club, Creative Writing, Math and Science. Sports include Tennis, Yoga, Soccer and Basketball, with Robotics, Coding and STEM and language courses in Spanish, Mandarin and French. A rich music program features four choirs, an orchestra and private instrument lessons. Tutoring services can be arranged, and after-school activities run Monday through Friday from 15:45 to 16:45 in two half-year sessions.	Extra curricular facilities Extracurricular spaces support arts and student life, including a theatre/performance hall, a music room and a visual arts room. A garden area provides outdoor learning and project space. A new café space offers informal gathering on campus.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Ambrit International School is an independent school owned and governed by the non-profit Fondazione Ambrit B. C. Mullane ETS, with its own Board of Governors. The campus is centrally located at Via F. Tajani 50, 00149 Rome. The language of instruction is English, with Italian, French, Mandarin and Spanish offered as additional languages. The school is the only in Rome to offer the full International Baccalaureate continuum with PYP and MYP Programmes. Ambrit serves about 420 students aged 3-14 representing more than 50 nationalities.	History ISD Rome was founded more than 60 years ago by the Roman Congregation of Saint-Dominique to provide Rome and the world with a rigorous and demanding Dominican education, while guiding students with kindness on a journey of openness to the world and integral human development. The school, part of the Odyssey Education group, is accredited by the French Ministry of Education and recognized as a partner school of AEFE. Inspired by Dominican tradition, ISD Rome offers a multilingual education from early years through high school. This enduring mission is reflected in the programs and initiatives IISD has put in place over 60 years in service of its students and families.
Community	Community The Friends of Ambrit (FoA) is Ambrit's volunteer parent association that supports our school community and our children's learning experience by organising social and fundraising events throughout the year. Every parent is a member and is welcome to come to FoA meetings or help organise FoA projects and events. We support our school and children's learning experience through fundraising for educational projects, social events, and community service initiatives. We help students take action and be involved directly in meaningful service to the community.	Community ISD Rome is a close-knit community that includes current students across all levels, including boarding students such as Jeanne (boarding student in 6th grade) and Sofia (11th grade). The school maintains a dynamic network through its alumni, who are active around the world and pursue diverse paths, enriched by ISD's values and academic excellence. An alumni association was established in June 2011 to build a network of former students, parents, and teachers and to foster ongoing connections through mentoring, events, and opportunities. Alumni work in fields such as diplomacy, entrepreneurship, research, the arts, and high-level sports.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The Friends of Ambrit (FoA) is Ambrit's volunteer parent association. Every parent is a member and is welcome to come to FoA meetings or help organise FoA projects and events. We support our school and children's learning experience through fundraising for educational projects, social events, and community service initiatives. We help students take action and be involved directly in meaningful service to the community. We meet generally once a month. For more information, foa@ambrit-rome.com.	Parent teacher association The Parents Association (APE) represents the interests of parents within the Institute International Saint-Dominique de Rome. Parents are full members of the educational community and have regular, trust-based relations with the school. The APE informs about school life in general, ongoing reforms, and student directions; it is authorized to communicate its actions to other parents through documents distributed to students. The APE serves as an intermediary, working in direct contact with the head of the establishment and with the school community (educational counselors, teachers, etc.). The APE collaborates with the school to support the education of the children. For further information, the admissions team is available to answer questions.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Ambrit offers the full International Baccalaureate continuum with the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP). The school is an IB World School delivering PYP and MYP across Early Childhood through Middle School. The IB framework supports inquiry-based, internationally minded learning to prepare students as problem-solvers for tomorrow's challenges.	Academic & intellectual ISD Rome offers a bilingual international education at the secondary level with a choice between the French Baccalaureate and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. The IB Diploma Programme is taught entirely in English. The school serves as a gateway to top universities worldwide, with graduates admitted to universities across Europe and beyond. ISD Rome is part of the Odyssey Education network, aligning with international educational standards.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Art and Music are taught as single-subject classes with dedicated teachers. Primary Art is designed to grow artistic skills and is complemented by after-school art offerings. The after-school program includes Drama, Debate, Newspaper, and Book Club, while music features four choirs, an orchestra, and private instrument lessons.	Arts & creative The school provides a broad Arts and Sports program as part of extracurricular activities. The Arts track includes a Music Academy with private instrumental lessons and opportunities to join orchestral projects, as well as visual arts, theatre for the Lycée, and a chess club. The sports program covers Motricité, Football, Mini Tennis, Dance, Basketball, Boxing, and Multisport. This ensemble of arts and performance options is designed to complement the academic program throughout the year.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Italian language development is integral, with four hours of Italian instruction per week across three levels (IAL 1, IAL 2, Full Program). The Full Program leads to the Quinta exam at the end of Grade 5, with Italian Math added in Grade 5. The program continues toward the Terza Media state exam in Grade 8. Additional languages offered include Spanish, Mandarin, and French through after-school activities.	Cultural & language Languages are a central feature, with a dedicated Language department and staff teaching English across levels, including English as a foreign language, Cambridge offerings, and IB-related language courses. The department covers English (LV1, LLCE, TOK), Italian (LVE, LVM), and ESABAC for Collège–Lycée, with additional language specialists supporting LVA and other language pathways. The school maintains a strong multilingual culture with ESABAC and Cambridge connections as part of its language offerings.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies More than 90 after-school activities are offered annually, including Origami, Embroidery, Arts and Crafts, Drama, Debate, Newspaper, and Book Club, as well as Math, Science, and Gardening. Students can also pursue Tennis, Yoga, Soccer, Basketball, Robotics, Coding, and STEM, with language offerings in Spanish, Mandarin, and French. The music program provides four choirs, an orchestra, and private lessons as part of after-school options.	Social & hobbies Extrascolaire includes After School & Garderie services, providing a quiet study space, teacher supervision, homework help, and family notifications for absences; hours vary by cycle, with after-school supervision offered from 15:30 to 18:00 for primary and 16:30 to 18:00 for middle/high school. Centre aéré and Holiday Camps offer multilingual, culturally rich sessions during school holidays with programs in English, French, and Italian, plus arts, sports, and science activities. The lycée also hosts a Theatre program and a Chess Club, enriching student life beyond academics.
Community & service	Community & service Ambrit actively works with local organizations in Rome and maintains international partnerships with Shillong Orphanage (India) and Pane Condiviso (Haiti). Local agencies supported include Arche, Caritas Roma, the Community of Sant'Egidio, Joel Nafuma Refugee Center, Parrocchia Santa Famiglia Food Pantry, Rocca di Papa Children's Home, San Camillo Hospital – Samuel and Barbara Sternberg Foundation, and the Susan Komen Foundation – Race for the Cure. Community service initiatives include shoe donations, baby food collections, K2K clothing drives, kite making for refugees, canned food collections, toiletry kits, sandwiches for the homeless, environmental projects, and Ecology Club; there are also annual events such as the International Day of Peace, World Food Day, and the Giving Back Bazaar in December.	Community & service Vita spirituale e Pastorale describes ISD Rome as a Catholic school rooted in Dominican values, with faith formation integrated into daily life. The five core values are intellectual pursuit of truth, freedom of thought and action, trust, hospitality and respect, and a daily faith formation approach grounded in scripture. The pastoral program includes catechesis and pastoral activities across grade levels, with a dedicated coordinator and contact for pastoral matters. Charitable projects and service to others are emphasized as part of the school community.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The Student Council is elected by students to represent the student body and serve as the voice of students to the faculty. Its objectives are to ensure the school listens to student needs, involve students in decisions affecting student life, and help students develop life skills through leadership roles. The Council also organizes activities to promote school spirit and socializing among students.	Leadership & professional ISD Rome organizes its pedagogy within the Odyssey Education network, which guides its international, mission-driven approach. The school assigns specialised roles in the English-language and international-curriculum pathways, including an IB CAS & EE coordinator and a university counselor to support student planning. The leadership and pastoral teams include coordinators for spirituality and academic disciplines, reflecting a structured, globally oriented school culture.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Ambrit follows a whole-child approach that considers academic, social, physical, and emotional development. Student Support Services include English as an Additional Language (EAL), Learning Support, and Counselling. The counselling team provides individual, small-group, and family support and runs workshops on social skills, transitions, third culture kids, behaviour management, bullying prevention, and family harmony. Sports Days and field trips support physical activity and well-being.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Physical education is a central component of daily life, with a comprehensive sports program including Motricité, Football, Mini Tennis, Dance, Basketball, Boxing, and Multisport, emphasizing health, confidence, teamwork, and character. The wellbeing focus is reinforced by spiritual life activities and pastoral care designed to foster a climate of fraternity and mutual respect. Mindfulness and wellbeing-related workshops are also offered in events such as Open Days, featuring sessions on body and mind wellbeing in multiple languages.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the instruction language; Italian is taught as an additional/mother tongue language in Primary; in Middle School, Spanish, French or Mandarin are offered depending on the program; an EAL program supports students whose first language is not English.	Language provision The school teaches French, English, and Italian from Nursery onward; Italian is taught weekly (two hours in Nursery and three hours weekly in Elementary), with ongoing multilingual development to fluency.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching English is the language of instruction; Italian is offered as an additional language from Nursery through Grade Five, with four hours of Italian instruction per week (IAL 1, IAL 2, Full Program); in Middle School, Spanish, French or Mandarin may be studied depending on the program.	Bilingual teaching Multilingual education in French, English and Italian from Nursery School, with alternating days in French and English and two hours of Italian per week.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs Daily immersion in French, English and Italian in a multilingual setting, with alternating language days and weekly Italian instruction.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Applications are reviewed within seven working days after the completed application and all required supporting documents are received. If admission is recommended and a place is available, a formal offer is sent by email; if no place is available, the application is placed on the waiting list and you will be updated when a place becomes available. Applicants are assessed mainly on submitted documentation and an interview; for children new to English or with language, behavioral or learning needs, a language and/or learning evaluation may be required to determine accommodation. Applications are accepted throughout the school year, though earlier applications improve the chances of meeting the family's needs. Admissions decisions are communicated by email; acceptance emails include information about payment, bus and lunch services, the confirmed start date, and other school contacts. Documentation required before review includes: completed application form; copy of student's passport or equivalent; report cards for the past two years (in English or Italian); Student Referral form (Prep-8) sent by the current teacher; Student Questionnaire form (Grades 4-8); standardized testing results if available; psychological/educational evaluations if applicable. Grade placement is based on age as of August 31 (e.g., 3-year-olds in Nursery, 4 in Kindergarten, 5 Prep, 6 Grade 1, up to 13 in Grade 8). The EAL program assists students whose first language is not English; some EAL services may incur additional fees. Ambrit does not admit children with serious learning, physical, emotional or behavioral difficulties; mild to moderate learning difficulties may be admitted on a probationary basis with written evaluation dates. The school facilitates information sessions about International High Schools; the Grade 8 Dean of Students assists with high school placement. Ambrit does not offer any financial aid. Italian is taught as an additional language from Nursery through Grade Five; in Middle School students may study Spanish, French or Mandarin depending on the program.	Admissions 1. Complete your online application on the Eduka portal. Documents to upload include school reports and photocopies of the parents' and child's passports. The school welcomes students of all nationalities and backgrounds. Every application is carefully and thoroughly reviewed by the school management, who assess each student's ability to integrate and succeed within our educational environment. Enrollment at the Institut International Saint-Dominique of Rome requires full adherence to its educational values as well as its operational rules, which ensure the cohesion of the school community. 2. Pedagogical meeting and admission response. After submitting the application, a pedagogical interview will be offered within 5 business days. Your child's place will be confirmed by email within 2–3 days following the admission committee's decision. The process ensures the child's fit with the school environment is carefully evaluated. 3. Payment of tuition fees. Once admission is confirmed, you are invited to pay the first registration fees. These fees are non-refundable in case of withdrawal. Your child's enrollment will be definitively confirmed by email within 7 days of payment. Rates for 2025-2026, 2026-2027, and 2026-2027 Boarding are published.
Scholarships	Scholarships Ambrit does not offer any financial aid.	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist If a place is not available after admission is recommended, the application is placed on the waiting list and updates are provided as soon as a place becomes available.	Waitlist —
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