American School of Milan vs International School of Milan

	A American School of Milan Milan, Italy	I International School of Milan Milan, Italy
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €13,950 - 24,750	Fees / year €10,500 - 25,960
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), American Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 885	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 18	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1962	Opened 1958
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The campus is at Via Karl Marx 14, 20073 Noverasco di Opera, Milan, Italy. It sits in a residential and sporting complex about 6 km south of Milan's city center, next to Le Rovedine Golf Club, with a swimming pool and tennis facilities located directly opposite the campus. The school is part of the Milan metropolitan area and is served by an extensive bus network from the city center and nearby towns.	Location The school is located in Baranzate, in the Milan metropolitan area. The address is Via 1 Maggio, 20, 20021 Baranzate MI, Italy.
Stages	Stages Early Childhood (EC1–EC2) and Kindergarten (KG). Elementary (Grades 1–5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), and High School (Grades 9–12).	Stages Early Years 2-5; Elementary School 6-10; Middle School 11-15; High School 16-18. The International Baccalaureate continuum covers ages 3-19, with Boarding available for ages 14-18.
School type	School type Independent, co-educational day school; IB World School offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme since 1983; accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.	School type Private international school in Milan offering the IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Over 70 nationalities are represented on campus.	Pupil nationality mix Over 60 nationalities represented.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support English Language Learner (ELL) support is available. Admissions include English language proficiency testing and placement decisions to support students who need language assistance.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Extensive bus network from Milan city center and surrounding towns; a sample route is bus 222 from Milan to Pieve Emanuele or Opera, with a stop at Noverasco di Opera.	Bus service details The School Bus Service operates a comprehensive morning and afternoon service across local neighbourhoods in the Milan metropolitan area; a Bus Shuttle Service is available near the school; transport options can be tailored to families; routes and fees information are published; underground parking is available under the school.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and Registration Fees - Application fee (one-time, non-refundable): EUR 300. - New student admission fee (one-time, non-refundable; KG through Grade 12): EUR 5,000. New EC1–EC2 students pay this admission fee when they enter Kindergarten. - Annual enrollment fee (per student, due on enrollment): EUR 1,350. Building and Maintenance Fund / Other compulsory entry charges - Building & Maintenance Fund: EUR 2,500 per year for the first four years in attendance (charged on enrollment as part of registration fees). - Annual PTO/association fee: EUR 25. Annual Tuition — Private and Corporate rates (per student, by year group) - Early Childhood (EC1–EC2): Private EUR 12,300 \| Corporate EUR 14,800. - Kindergarten – Grades 1–2: Private EUR 16,100 \| Corporate EUR 18,600. - Grades 3–5 (Upper Elementary): Private EUR 16,700 \| Corporate EUR 19,200. - Grades 6–8 (Middle School): Private EUR 19,600 \| Corporate EUR 22,100. - Grades 9–10 (High School): Private EUR 21,500 \| Corporate EUR 24,000. - Grades 11–12 (High School): Private EUR 23,100 \| Corporate EUR 25,600. Payment / Billing schedule and payment terms (how amounts are invoiced and typical installment amounts) - Registration fees and the Building & Maintenance Fund are due upon enrollment. Remaining tuition and optional fees may be paid according to one of the school's published plans. - Payment options offered (examples and resulting amounts using the private annual tuition): - Early full payment: pay full tuition by the school's early-payment deadline and receive a 1% tuition discount (example deadlines and discount apply to the corresponding academic year). Example: EC1–EC2 private tuition EUR 12,300 → discounted amount EUR 12,177 (1% off). - Full payment by the main deadline: pay the full annual tuition by the main deadline (no discount). Example: EC1–EC2 private tuition EUR 12,300 → EUR 12,300 due by the deadline. - Two-part payment plan (60% / 40%): pay 60% of tuition by the first deadline and 40% by the second deadline. A surcharge/interest of 4% applies to any outstanding balance after the first deadline. Examples (private-rate amounts): - EC1–EC2 (EUR 12,300): 60% = EUR 7,380 due by first deadline; 40% = EUR 4,920 due by second deadline (outstanding balances after the first deadline incur +4% on the unpaid portion). - Kindergarten–Grade 1–2 (EUR 16,100): 60% = EUR 9,660; 40% = EUR 6,440. - Grades 3–5 (EUR 16,700): 60% = EUR 10,020; 40% = EUR 6,680. - Grades 6–8 (EUR 19,600): 60% = EUR 11,760; 40% = EUR 7,840. - Grades 9–10 (EUR 21,500): 60% = EUR 12,900; 40% = EUR 8,600. - Grades 11–12 (EUR 23,100): 60% = EUR 13,860; 40% = EUR 9,240. - Families paying private rates receive a sibling discount: EUR 500 reduction for the second child and EUR 1,000 reduction for the third child (applied to tuition). Families failing to finalize re-enrollment by the published re-enrollment deadline are charged a late fee of EUR 500 per student. Optional and Additional Fees (typical annual amounts) - Transportation (school bus): Milan & suburbs EUR 3,350; Arese EUR 4,350 (annual). - Cafeteria/lunch (approximate annual amounts): Lower Elementary (EC–2nd grade) EUR 950; Upper Elementary (3rd–5th) EUR 1,150; Middle/High School (6th–12th) EUR 1,360. Cafeteria may also be prepaid in units (example pre-paid amount EUR 350). - Laptop lease (Grades 6–12): EUR 600 per year (personal laptop required for Grades 6–12; leasing from the school is available at the stated annual charge). - Other possible charges: exam fees for Italian preparation programs and any curriculum-specific assessment fees; optional extracurricular activities, trips, and materials are invoiced separately as required. Boarding fees - The American School of Milan operates as a day school; boarding/residential fees do not apply. Refund information - The published fee materials for the academic year list registration, admission, building fund and tuition charges, but do not include a detailed, explicit refund or withdrawal schedule in the fee summary. Parents should note that application fees and the New Student Admission Fee are described as non-refundable where specified. Fee payment methods and practical payment details - The school publishes bank account details for fee payment and provides an online payments facility; bank transfer is an accepted method. The school offers payment plans (annual, semester/two-part, and monthly or other installment plans as published) and details for completing payments are provided through the school's billing / pay online facilities. Points to note (concise) - All registration fees and the Building & Maintenance Fund are due on enrollment. Tuition may be paid in full (with an early-payment discount if paid by the early deadline), or via the school's published installment options (example: 60%/40% plan with a 4% charge on outstanding balances after the first deadline). - The fee schedule distinguishes Private and Corporate tuition rates; optional services (transport, lunch, laptop) are charged in addition to tuition; sibling discounts are available for families paying Private rates. If any specific numeric rounding or per-payment arithmetic is required for import into your database, use the annual tuition figures above and apply the payment-plan percentages shown (60% / 40% or full payment discounts) to compute the exact invoice amounts for each installment.	Fee details Application and Registration Fees - New Student Admission Fee (payable once at initial enrolment): - Pre‑K to Grade 5: EUR 2,100. - Grade 6 to Grade 9: EUR 3,100. - Grade 10 to Grade 13: EUR 3,600. - Registration Fee (payable annually): - Pre‑K to Grade 1: EUR 600. - Grade 2 to Grade 13: EUR 900. - Company Premium (where applicable): EUR 1,530 (installments: EUR 383 / EUR 765 / EUR 383). Tuition Fees by Year Group (annual amount and three-instalment breakdown) - Pre‑Kindergarten — Full day: Annual EUR 12,300 — 1st payment EUR 3,075; 2nd payment EUR 6,150; 3rd payment EUR 3,075. - Pre‑Kindergarten — Half day: Annual EUR 10,760 — 1st payment EUR 2,690; 2nd payment EUR 5,380; 3rd payment EUR 2,690. - Kindergarten (Full day): Annual EUR 12,300 — 1st EUR 3,075; 2nd EUR 6,150; 3rd EUR 3,075. - Transition: Annual EUR 13,500 — 1st EUR 3,375; 2nd EUR 6,750; 3rd EUR 3,375. - Grade 1: Annual EUR 19,800 — 1st EUR 4,950; 2nd EUR 9,900; 3rd EUR 4,950. - Grade 2: Annual EUR 19,800 — 1st EUR 4,950; 2nd EUR 9,900; 3rd EUR 4,950. - Grade 3: Annual EUR 20,050 — 1st EUR 5,013; 2nd EUR 10,025; 3rd EUR 5,013. - Grade 4: Annual EUR 20,050 — 1st EUR 5,013; 2nd EUR 10,025; 3rd EUR 5,013. - Grade 5: Annual EUR 20,250 — 1st EUR 5,063; 2nd EUR 10,125; 3rd EUR 5,063. - Grade 6: Annual EUR 21,450 — 1st EUR 5,362; 2nd EUR 10,725; 3rd EUR 5,362. - Grade 7: Annual EUR 22,100 — 1st EUR 5,525; 2nd EUR 11,050; 3rd EUR 5,525. - Grade 8: Annual EUR 22,100 — 1st EUR 5,525; 2nd EUR 11,050; 3rd EUR 5,525. - Grade 9: Annual EUR 22,200 — 1st EUR 5,550; 2nd EUR 11,100; 3rd EUR 5,550. - Grade 10: Annual EUR 25,000 — 1st EUR 6,250; 2nd EUR 12,500; 3rd EUR 6,250. - Grade 11: Annual EUR 25,100 — 1st EUR 6,275; 2nd EUR 12,550; 3rd EUR 6,275. - Grade 12: Annual EUR 26,950 — 1st EUR 6,737; 2nd EUR 13,475; 3rd EUR 6,737. - Grade 13: Annual EUR 26,950 — 1st EUR 6,737; 2nd EUR 13,475; 3rd EUR 6,737. Billing Schedule and Payment Terms - Payment options: tuition may be paid in full at the start of the academic year or in three instalments. - Instalment due structure (new‑student / published schedule): - 1st payment: on enrolment — covers the New Student Admission Fee (NSAF), the Registration Fee and 25% of the annual tuition (and 25% of boarding fees for boarding students). - 2nd payment: by 23 August 2026 — covers 50% of lunch fees, 50% of the annual tuition (and 50% of boarding fees for boarding students). - 3rd payment: by 1 December 2026 — covers the remaining 50% of lunch fees and the remaining 25% of annual tuition (and remaining 25% of boarding fees for boarding students). - All amounts must be paid by the dates indicated; instalment amounts shown above reflect the split applied to the annual fees. Boarding Fees - Boarding — Double room: Annual EUR 19,000 — 1st EUR 4,750; 2nd EUR 9,500; 3rd EUR 4,750. - Boarding — Single room: Annual EUR 25,000 — 1st EUR 6,250; 2nd EUR 12,500; 3rd EUR 6,250. - Boarding instalment allocation follows the same 25% / 50% / 25% pattern within the three payments (as noted above). Other Costs and Optional Extras - Lunch (annual): Standard lunch fee EUR 1,700 — charged in two instalments of EUR 850 and EUR 850; Grade 12 lunch fee EUR 1,650; Grade 13 lunch fee EUR 1,638. - Tuition fees exclude optional extras such as bus service, swimming, ballet, and other co‑curricular extras; these are billed separately. - Items explicitly included in tuition: personal insurance and medical service, textbooks and stationery, daily school trips and external examinations (where listed under inclusions). - Additional one‑off or optional charges (where applicable) include the New Student Admission Fee, annual Registration Fee and Company Premium as listed above. Refunds and Withdrawal - No refund or withdrawal terms are specified in the published fee schedule provided with the school fees; the fee schedule does not state a refund policy. Fee Payment Options (methods and bank details) - Bank transfer details provided for fee payment: - Bank: Banca Popolare dell'Emilia Romagna - Beneficiary: International School of Europe S.p.A. - IBAN: IT73F0538701614000000739260 - BIC/SWIFT: BPMOIT22 - No other payment methods (for example credit card) are specified on the published fee schedule.
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements Boarding is provided for students aged 14 to 18. The Boarding House opened in 2018 and houses 42 students on the largest campus in Italy. Boarding options include weekly, termly, full-time and part-time arrangements; single or double bedrooms are available, with each boarder receiving a bunk bed, desk, wardrobe and storage. Meals are provided by school caterers with vegetarian, vegan, halal and kosher options; laundry service is available; 24/7 security and live-in house parents support boarders; weekend trips and on-site activities are offered.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement The uniform is compulsory for students up to Grade 9. High school students do not have a uniform, but must follow the dress code and wear a PE kit for Physical Education.
Food options	Food options —	Food options Lunch is compulsory and included in school fees (the lunch fee is listed separately on the fee schedule). The catering service provides meals on site and accommodates vegetarian, vegan, halal and kosher diets; the on-site café offers snacks and drinks.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership IS Milan is part of the Inspired Education Group, being an Inspired school within a family of premium schools across multiple countries.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details —	Curriculum details IS Milan offers the International Baccalaureate Continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) for learners from Early Years (ages 2-5) through High School (ages 16-18), spanning Kindergarten to Grade 13. Instruction is in English, with tailored language and learning pathways within the IB framework to support multilingual development. From Year 1 onward, students are taught by subject specialists in English, French, Spanish, mathematics, science, drama, dance, music, and physical education. The curriculum is complemented by integrated co-curricular activities, global exchanges, camps and interschool collaborations. IS Milan is the first IB World School in Milan and is part of Inspired, providing a framework that supports learning across a global network.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results In 2025 IB results: Average Point Score 34; Highest Diploma Score 44; 69% earned bilingual IBDP.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression One-third of IS Milan students attend leading universities, including US Ivy League and UK Russell Group institutions. Alumna Francesca Bianchessi (Graduating class of 2024, 45 points at the IBDP exams) was awarded the Alfieri del Lavoro prize and studied at University College of London.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school uses PATHS (Promoting Alternative Thinking Strategies) as part of the Social and Emotional Curriculum. All children participate in regular guidance lessons through PATHS to develop social-emotional competencies. A guidance counselor visits each classroom bi-monthly to teach social skills. The daily routine includes a Morning Meeting to build classroom community and a positive climate for learning. Teachers implement Responsive Classroom strategies to weave social-emotional learning into daily instruction. The program emphasizes cooperation, responsibility, empathy and self-regulation as foundational learning dispositions.	Social & emotional learning The school includes PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education) in the Middle School curriculum. The school provides individualised tutorial support to address academic and personal development needs. The Co-Curriculum includes events to enhance personal, social and health awareness, and Careers and University Advice support students' broader development. Service as Action and Approaches to Learning (ATL) frameworks underpin cross-curricular work, helping students grow socially and emotionally. The school fosters an inclusive community where students are valued as individuals and supported to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Students diagnosed with mild to moderate learning needs receive targeted support in math, literacy and phonics. Learning support specialists design lessons for small groups inside or outside the classroom. All students may access early reading support using the Wilson Reading Intervention Program. Student learning is supported by learning specialists who work in small groups or with individuals to target each child's specific needs. ASM supports students with mild to moderate learning needs.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school provides Middle School with individualised tutorial support. Students with diagnosed learning needs or specific behavioural profiles may be referred to the school's support service for assessment and determination of needs. The school uses CAT4 as part of admissions to tailor planning and support. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is available for multilingual learners to access the IB curriculum.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language English is the primary language of instruction. English Language Learners (ELL) in third through fifth grade are tested with the WIDA assessment to determine language level. Students may be eligible to receive English language support through the English Language Specialist, with Beginning and Intermediate speakers receiving additional support in small groups and/or in-class. In addition, there is an after-school English club to reinforce English for beginners. Students enrolled in their first year of beginning ELL will not be eligible for Italian Language B as they will attend ELL classes for language learning during this time.	English as an additional language The school offers English as an Additional Language (EAL) alongside Italian, Spanish, French and Mandarin Chinese in Middle School. EAL support helps multilingual learners access all IB curriculum components.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing All children participate in regular guidance lessons through PATHS, the Social and Emotional Curriculum, to support emotional and social competencies. PATHS fosters self-regulation, cooperation and empathy as foundational skills. The guidance counselor visits classrooms bi-monthly to reinforce social skills and wellbeing. The school uses Morning Meeting and Responsive Classroom strategies to promote a positive climate for learning. These initiatives support students' mental well-being and personal development.	Mental wellbeing Inspired's sporting pillar stands for health and wellbeing, motivation, self-discipline and self-esteem. The three-pillar Inspired approach integrates academics, sport and creative arts to support students' physical and mental wellbeing and to foster resilience and confidence.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding Safeguarding is supported through boarding and campus wellbeing structures. The Boarding House is led by live-in house parents and residential and non-residential tutors, with core staff working alongside health professionals to reinforce student well-being. The school maintains a secure environment with robust supervision and safety measures for boarders and day students.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview The Baranzate campus is the largest school campus in Milan and serves over 900 day and boarding students from more than 60 nationalities. It opened in September 2013 and features modern, purpose-built facilities with extensive external spaces. Boarding facilities opened in 2018 and enhance the family-like atmosphere on campus.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities The campus has excellent sport and PE facilities, including a full-size indoor swimming pool and a large gymnasium. The sports hall hosts indoor activities such as football, basketball and badminton; in warmer months, the astroturf football pitch and outdoor spaces are available for additional activities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities Academic facilities include modern science laboratories, creative arts rooms and specialist PE facilities. Classrooms feature smart TVs and interactive technology for immersive learning, and immersive classes take place in specialist learning rooms. There are two libraries serving primary and secondary students, and the theatre hosts assemblies and performances.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities Creative Arts are taught in specialist rooms for Art, Drama, Music and Dance, with access to a spacious theatre for assemblies and performances. On-site activities include sport, dance, board games, cooking, arts and crafts, movie nights and karaoke. Boarding life includes weekend trips to Verona, Bologna, Torino and the lakes, plus residential trips to Rome, Florence, Venice and skiing in Northern Italy; music practice rooms, arts rooms and a dance studio are available on campus.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Founded in 1962, the American School of Milan (ASM) is an independent, co-educational college preparatory day school located south of Milan. ASM has educated international students from more than 53 countries for more than 60 years. The school provides schooling in English for students from age 3 through high school and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program as part of its IB World School status. It is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and is a member of ECIS and MAIS. ASM emphasizes a technology-forward program with a one-to-one laptop program for grades 6-12.	History IS Milan is the first established IB school in Milan and has served Milan's international and Italian communities for over 60 years. It was founded by Francesco Formiga in 1958. It was recognised by the Italian Ministry of Public Education; the IB Diploma was accredited in 1997, followed by MYP accreditation in 2004 and PYP in 2005. In 2013 the campuses merged to form the Baranzate campus, IS Milan joined Inspired in 2016, and the Boarding division opened in 2018.
Community	Community ASM has an international community with students from more than 53 countries and 102 represented nationalities. The student body is about 836 students with about 102 full-time faculty. Community service is part of the ASM experience, with students required to complete 50 hours of community service during their freshman and sophomore years. The school supports a technology-forward learning environment, including a one-to-one laptop program for grades 6-12.	Community The IS Milan community is diverse, representing 60 nationalities. From early years to Grade 13, students participate in practical, engaging lessons in an inclusive environment. The school offers the IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual ASM is an IB World School offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). Junior and senior courses are taught at the IB Diploma level, with students able to earn the IB Diploma, IB Course Certificates, or the American High School Diploma. Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) is part of the IB program. The school provides schooling in English and operates a one-to-one laptop program from grades 6-12.	Academic & intellectual The Co-Curriculum extends IB learning beyond the regular classroom through IS Milan's framework. PYP core includes Sport & Movement, Music, Drama & Public Speaking, Library Skills, day and residential trips, and the PYP Exhibition. MYP includes Service as Action projects, interdisciplinary units, leadership opportunities, and day and residential trips and the End of Year Programme. DP includes CAS, TOK, and EE, with ongoing trips, leadership roles, and dedicated university and career guidance.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The arts program includes theatre and music with student productions such as All Shook Up, The Little Mermaid Jr., Clue, The Sound of Music, and Shrek. There is an active music program featuring ABRSM music exams, a string orchestra, and bands including rock and jazz. A yearbook and chess clubs are part of the arts and creative offerings.	Arts & creative Creative Arts are a pillar of the Inspired education programme. Regular specialist lessons in Music, Drama, Movement, Public Speaking and Visual Arts are provided, with after-school activities to extend learning. There are numerous performances each year, including music and drama clubs and culminations of class activities at special events. The Parent Advisory Board (PAB) runs additional events throughout the year to showcase student talents.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language ASM offers Italian B SL/HL/ab initio, French B SL/HL/ab initio, and Spanish B SL/HL/ab initio as part of IB language acquisition. Education is conducted in English. IB language and literature courses include English A1 Language and Literature HL/SL and Italian A1 Language and Literature HL/SL.	Cultural & language Clubs and Societies include a lunchtime Business Club. Student Leadership Forums include Student Council and Grade 6 and Grade 12 House Captains, as well as Food Forum and Eco ISM. House Events and Celebratory Events foster social and cultural exchange within the school community. A range of clubs and events supports cultural awareness alongside academic and co-curricular activity.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Elementary and upper school students can choose from activities including chess, cooking, math club, tennis, fencing, gymnastics, and karate. Performing arts are active, with student productions and talent showcases providing opportunities for performance and collaboration. Clubs such as yearbook and chess are among the creative and social offerings.	Social & hobbies Lunchtime and after-school clubs provide social engagement and hobbies. The Sport Team programme runs lunchtime and after-school clubs to develop physical and mental skills and healthy friendships. Clubs, societies and student leadership forums broaden social interaction and leadership experience. The End of Year Programme includes events such as the ISM film festival, plays, entrepreneurial days, and other student-led activities.
Community & service	Community & service Students are required to complete 50 hours of community service during their freshman and sophomore years. Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) is a structured program integral to ASM's IB curriculum. CAS integrates service with creative and physical activities to emphasize social responsibility.	Community & service Service as Action projects are integral to MYP and DP, developing leadership and community engagement. In the Diploma Programme, CAS focuses on creativity, activity, and service alongside TOK and the Extended Essay. Day and residential trips support social development and exposure to diverse communities. Ongoing leadership opportunities and service projects align with IS Milan's commitment to global citizenship.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Model United Nations is a thriving student activity. National Honor Society (NHS) is active to develop leadership and service opportunities. University counselors provide guidance and support for college admissions and university planning.	Leadership & professional Developing leaders is a core objective of the IB curricula and the Inspired mission. Student Leadership Forums include Student Council and Grade 6 and Grade 12 House Captains. There is a Careers Convention for Grades 10–12, plus ongoing university and career guidance and supportive resources. Clubs and competitions foster leadership and entrepreneurial skills.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing ASM offers major team sports, swimming, golf, and tennis. The European Sports Conference provides opportunities for varsity teams among European international schools. The Learning Forest supports outdoor learning and environmental education on campus.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sport is a pillar of the Inspired education programme, essential to physical and mental wellbeing. Students participate in Physical Education within the regular curriculum, with optional after-school sports and a dedicated Sport Team programme. Lunchtime and after-school sport clubs promote healthy habits and friendships. Educational visits and residential trips provide experiential learning that supports wellbeing and social development.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision Language & Literature: English and Italian (with mother-tongue teachers). Language Acquisition: English as an Additional Language (EAL), Italian, Spanish, French and Mandarin Chinese. As the official languages of the IB, French and Spanish are taught, and Mandarin Chinese is also offered. A Japanese language programme is available for native and non-native speakers.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching The Middle School language programme is one of the most comprehensive in the city and is ideal for prospective bilingual and multilingual students who wish to study Italian and English in Milan. All students attain fluency in both English and Italian with native-language teachers.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs The school offers a Japanese language programme suitable for both native and non-native speakers.
Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations The school is recognised as an International School in Italy by the Italian Ministry of Public Education; the Diploma is recognised as equivalent to the certification offered in Public Schools.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Online application procedure. ASM welcomes applications from qualified, diverse students throughout the school year, with the majority of students entering in September or January.	Admissions 1. Submit an Application. To begin the admissions process, families should register their interest by completing the Application Form. After the school receives the form, the Admissions Team will contact parents and legal guardians to discuss their forthcoming application. The Apply Now button links to the application portal ismilan.openapply.com. This ensures the application process is initiated efficiently. 2. Meet our Principals. Once applications have been processed, parents and legal guardians will be invited to meet with the relevant Principal or Deputy Principal depending on availability. The meeting provides a detailed understanding of the school's ethos, curricular programme, expectations and daily activities. Meetings also give the Leadership Team an opportunity to evaluate student applications. Where possible, prospective student(s) should also be present; secondary applicants will complete an online CAT4 test prior to enrolment. 3. Offer Letter. The school will send an offer letter to the parents and legal guardians of successful applicants. 4. Registration & Admission. After the first annual fee instalment has been paid, your child is enrolled at the International School of Milan for the agreed start date.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Nsouli Scholars Programme. The Nsouli Scholars Programme is a global initiative that enables 50 extraordinary students at any one time to attend any Inspired school on a full scholarship for the duration of their education. The aim is to expand the Inspired community and empower children from diverse backgrounds with opportunities in academics, sports and the arts. Nadim Nsouli founded Inspired in 2013, and several scholarships will be awarded to individuals of Lebanese origin. Inspired schools offer a world-class educational experience that combines academics and engaging extracurricular activities, with access to specialist sports programmes and tutelage in the performing and creative arts. The Inspired group includes top-rated day and boarding schools worldwide, enabling Global Exchange Programmes and immersive experiences that broaden students' cultural horizons.
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