Bilingual European School - Municipio 9 2 vs Milan World School

	B Bilingual European School - Municipio 9 2 Milan, Italy	M Milan World School Milan, Italy
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €12,420 - 17,530	Fees / year €12,500 - 14,500
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 11 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Canadian Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Canadian Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Italian	Instruction language English, Italian
Opened	Opened 1999	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location —	Location Via Della Chiusa 9, Milano (MI), Italy. The campus is housed in a historic building near Piazza Duomo and steps from Piazza Vetra. The building has served educational purposes since 1823 and was the home of the Canossian Institute. It is located in the centre of Milan.
Stages	Stages —	Stages Early Childhood (ages 2 to 5) and Primary (ages 6 to 11).
School type	School type —	School type International Early-Learning and Primary School
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Inclusive education for every child; supports diverse learners.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation Italy
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details Affiliated door-to-door bus service for transportation to and from school.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and Registration Fees For 2026/27, the one-off admission fee is EUR 1,350 for BAPS Pre-School, EUR 2,500 for BES Primary, Middle and High School, or EUR 1,000 for students transferring internally from the previous BES/BAPS stage. Annual registration is EUR 1,500 for Pre-School, EUR 1,600 for Primary, EUR 1,900 for Middle School and EUR 2,000 for High School. Tuition Fees Pre-School annual totals are EUR 12,420 for Toddlers, EUR 12,930 for Nursery and Transition, and EUR 13,040 for Reception. Primary annual totals are EUR 13,430 for Years 1–3 and EUR 13,585 for Years 4–5. Middle School annual total is EUR 15,030 for Years 6–8. High School annual total is EUR 17,530 for Years 9–10. Fees for Years 11–12 are not listed. Other Costs Other charges include meals at EUR 1,405, a refundable one-off fee of EUR 300, and a one-off building fund of EUR 600 for Pre-School or EUR 1,650 for Primary, Middle and High School. A 10% sibling discount applies to the school contribution for the second and subsequent children attending at the same time. Boarding, Refunds and Payment Boarding fees and payment methods are not stated in the fee schedule. Only the EUR 300 refundable fee is specifically identified as refundable.	Fee details Registration / Application Fees - Registration fee (one-time, non-refundable): EUR 2,500, payable upon signing the contract. - Admission test fee (one-time, non-refundable): EUR 150; this fee is deductible from the annual tuition if the application is accepted. Tuition fees by year group (annual and instalments) - Early Childhood (ages 2–5): Annual tuition EUR 12,500 per year. Payable in three instalments: 40% by April 30, 30% by September 30, and 30% by January 31. Example instalment amounts: EUR 5,000 (40%), EUR 3,750 (30%), EUR 3,750 (30%). - Primary (ages 6–11): Annual tuition EUR 14,500 per year. Payable in three instalments: 40% by April 30, 30% by September 30, and 30% by January 31. Example instalment amounts: EUR 5,800 (40%), EUR 4,350 (30%), EUR 4,350 (30%). - First-year total for new enrolment equals the annual tuition plus the one-time registration fee (for example: Early Childhood first-year total EUR 15,000 = EUR 12,500 tuition + EUR 2,500 registration). Billing schedule and payment terms - Annual tuition is billed and collected in three instalments: 40% due by April 30, 30% due by September 30, and 30% due by January 31. The registration fee is due at contract signing. - In case of enrolment during the academic year, tuition is calculated on a pro‑rata basis according to the number of terms attended. A 10% corporate premium applies if invoicing is issued to a corporate / VAT Number holder. Boarding fees - Not applicable. The school operates for ages 2–11 as a day/early-childhood and primary provision; no boarding fees are listed. Other costs and optional fees - Uniforms: uniform costs apply. - Mandatory school trips: costs for required school trips are additional when applicable. - Lunch (mensa): Optional/paid service listed at EUR 1,400 per year. - Door-to-door transportation: offered as an optional paid service (costs depend on route/usage). - Clubs and extra‑curricular activities: charged separately where applicable. - Included services (no additional charge): diapers for toddlers (2-year-old provision), supervised swimming for N–K (3–5 years), before‑school care starting at 08:15, notebooks and textbooks as specified in the fee schedule. Sibling discounts and concessions - A 10% reduction on the annual tuition applies to the second and subsequent siblings if they attend concurrently. Refund information - Registration fee: explicitly one‑time and non‑refundable. - Admission test fee: explicitly non‑refundable; deductible from tuition if the application is accepted. - Tuition adjustments for mid‑year enrolment are handled on a pro‑rata basis; the published fee schedule specifies pro‑rata calculation rather than a blanket refund policy. Fee payment options - The published fee document does not list specific accepted payment methods (for example: credit card, bank transfer, or other). For payment method details, the school's admissions/finance contacts should be used. Notes on invoicing - A 10% corporate premium is applied where invoices are issued to corporate / VAT number holders. Tuition for enrolment during the year will be calculated pro‑rata by number of terms attended.
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement The school has a school uniform. Wearing the uniform promotes a strong sense of community, school identity, and equality among students.
Food options	Food options —	Food options Meals are prepared fresh daily in the school's kitchen. The menu is international, exposing students to diverse cuisines.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership The school is owned by The World School S.R.L. Società Benefit, a benefit corporation.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details —	Curriculum details Primary School serves students aged 6-11 (Grades 1-5). The Primary curriculum is a holistic, tailor-made program designed to incorporate the best international curricula from around the world while providing a progressive education. It is underpinned by an inquiry-based, student-centered approach and draws on the learning standards of the Canadian, Italian, and UK Primary Curriculums. English is the main language of delivery, with Italian strongly emphasized and French taught as a third language. The curriculum covers English, Mathematics, Italian, Science and Technology, Social Studies, Drama, Music, Visual Arts, Computer Studies, Physical Education, Social-Emotional Learning, World Religions, and French. The school also prioritizes soft skills such as communication, teamwork, empathy, adaptability, critical thinking, problem-solving and self-management, and uses experiential education with hands-on labs and curriculum-based field trips.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	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 —	Social & emotional learning Social-Emotional Learning is included in the Primary curriculum as a core component. The school prioritizes the development of soft skills such as communication, teamwork, empathy, adaptability, critical thinking, problem-solving and self-management. The learning approach is experiential and uses learning-by-doing to build collaboration and resilience. Each child and their diverse needs are nurtured with individual attention and care, creating an environment where each student feels safe, supported and loved. The school aims to shape compassionate global citizens who recognize diversity as a strength and approach life with empathy.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) Elena Cipullo, Vice-Principal, has a specialization in Special Needs Education. Elena brings experience supporting students with diverse learning needs. The school emphasizes meeting diverse learning needs with individual attention and care, creating a safe, supportive environment. The school fosters inclusion through open communication and collaboration with families. The school places emphasis on diversity and inclusion as part of its mission and social impact.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language English is the main language of delivery at Milan World School. Italian is strongly emphasized, with the Italian program for native speakers following the Italian Ministry of Education guidelines. French is taught as a third language in Primary. The Primary curriculum draws on the Canadian, Italian and UK Ministry of Education standards. The program emphasizes both technical competencies and soft skills.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing Excelling academically goes hand in hand with personal and emotional growth. Social-Emotional Learning is a focus of the curriculum. Each child and their diverse needs are nurtured with individual attention and care, creating an environment where each student feels safe, supported and loved. The school aims to shape compassionate global citizens who recognize diversity as a strength and approach life with empathy. CARE values—Courage, Accountability, Respect and Empathy—guide daily life and wellbeing.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview Milan World School is housed in a historic building located near Piazza Duomo and Piazza Vetra. The campus offers spacious classrooms, modern labs for scientific and artistic discovery, a cozy library, a professional theater, a large gym, and expansive outdoor areas that support daily learning and community life.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities The campus features a large gym and expansive outdoor areas for physical education and sports.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities The school has modern labs for scientific and artistic discovery and a cozy library, as well as a professional theater to support arts education.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History Milan World School is an international Early-Learning and Primary School for ages 2 to 11, located in the centre of Milan. The campus is housed in a historic building that has served as an educational institution since 1823, carrying forward the Canossian Institute's legacy of inclusive education for every child, regardless of background, race, or religion. The school blends this heritage with an international education, offering modern classrooms, science and art labs, a library, a professional theatre, a large gym, and expansive outdoor spaces. It sits just a short walk from Piazza Duomo and near Piazza Vetra.
Community	Community —	Community School life emphasizes a uniform to promote community, school identity, and equality. After-school programs offer activities to pursue interests and socialize, and private music lessons are available during the day, at lunch, or after school to explore musical talents. The dining hall serves meals freshly prepared on-site daily with international themed menus to teach about different cultures through food. A bus service provides affiliated door-to-door transportation to support families.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association The Parent Association fosters collaboration between parents, teachers, and school staff to support a strong, connected community. Active parent involvement creates an environment of support and connection, contributing to an inclusive school culture. Monthly workshops are conducted by specialists such as speech therapists, psychologists, nutritionists, and pediatricians to enhance the well-being of children and families. The Community Network supports families within the educational mission and promotes engagement in school life. Calendars for 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 outline upcoming events and activities.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual Early Learning program for ages 2-5 uses age-appropriate activities such as structured play, sensory exploration, fine and gross motor movement, literacy and numeracy skills. Primary School for ages 6-11 is a five-year program that integrates elements of the best international curricula and uses an inquiry-based approach centered on the student. In the Primary curriculum, English is the main language of instruction, with Italian and French taught as additional languages; subjects include English, Mathematics, Italian, Science and Technology, Social Studies, Theatre, Music, Visual Arts, ICT, Physical Education, Social-Emotional Learning, and World Religions. The Italian language program is aligned with directives from the Italian Ministry of Education.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative The curriculum includes Theatre, Music, and Visual Arts. Private music lessons are available during the school day, lunch breaks, or after school. The campus features a professional theater.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language English is the main language of instruction, with Italian and French taught as additional languages. The Primary curriculum includes English, Mathematics, Italian, Science and Technology, Social Studies, Theatre, Music, Visual Arts, ICT, Physical Education, Social-Emotional Learning, and World Religions. World Religions is part of the curriculum.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies After School Programs offer a wide range of activities that allow children to pursue or discover new interests, whether active, creative, or academically driven. They provide opportunities to hone talents and make new friends. The programs extend learning beyond the classroom.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service Parent Community fosters a sense of partnership between parents, teachers, and school staff. Community Network conducts monthly workshops by specialists such as speech therapists, psychologists, nutritionists, and pediatricians to support the well-being of children and families. These initiatives help foster an inclusive and supportive school culture.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional Soft skills development is emphasized, including communication, teamwork, empathy, adaptability, critical thinking, problem-solving, and self-management. Experiential Education centers learning on doing; students are active protagonists; laboratories enable exploration; learning is extended through integrated field trips, fostering teamwork and life-long learning.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing Dining Hall offers freshly prepared meals on-site daily with international themed menus. Bus Service provides door-to-door transportation for students. Wearing a uniform promotes a sense of community and school identity.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision English is the main language of delivery. Italian is strongly emphasized and taught through a dedicated Italian program for native speakers aligned to the Italian Ministry of Education, with the option to take the Idoneità test. French is taught as a third language in Primary.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching Early Childhood includes a bilingual environment for toddlers (English and Italian). Nursery is a fully English program. Senior Kindergarten adds Italian lessons, expanding bilingual exposure as children grow.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs English-language instruction is central across Early Childhood and Primary. In Early Childhood, toddlers experience a bilingual environment with English as the base language; 3-year-olds follow a fully English program, and Senior Kindergarten includes Italian. Primary maintains English as the main language of delivery with Italian as a strong second language and French as a third language.
Reputation	Reputation
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions —	Admissions 1. Schedule a campus tour or a one-to-one meeting. Families are invited to visit Milan World School through a campus tour or one-to-one meeting with our admissions team. This provides the opportunity to explore our facilities and better understand our curriculum and philosophy. Schedule a campus tour or a one-to-one meeting using the online calendar on our website. 2. Complete the application form. Following your visit, families will receive a link to complete the official student application form, which gathers essential background information. 3. Interview and evaluation. Early Childhood applicants may participate in a play-based session with teachers to observe developmental readiness. Primary applicants (Grade 1 and above) will complete assessments in English and Mathematics, followed by an interview to understand their learning style and readiness. The School may contact the student's previous teacher/principal. 4. Follow-up meeting with parents. After the evaluation, parents will meet with the admissions team to receive feedback, discuss the child's needs, and clarify mutual expectations. 5. Placement confirmation. Final placement is confirmed by the School Management Team, based on the full evaluation process.
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Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist Waitlist Policy: If a class is full, students may be placed on a waitlist and offered admission when a space becomes available. Priority is given to siblings of current students and to families transferring from abroad.
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