Castelli International School vs The New School Rome

	C Castelli International School Rome, Italy	T The New School Rome Rome, Italy
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €8,200 - 12,800	Fees / year €11,200 - 20,300
Age range	Age range 5 - 14 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type —
Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Indian Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Pupils	Pupils 135	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 16	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1977	Opened 1972
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Via degli Scozzesi, 13, 00046 Grottaferrata (RM), Italy. Located a few kilometres south of Rome, on the Castelli Romani hills, far from the city smog and surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. The campus is green and multi-functional with an outdoor amphitheatre, a vegetable garden, a greenhouse, a multi-purpose court (tennis, basketball, volleyball) and two artificial turf football pitches.	Location The New School Rome is located in Rome, Italy. The street address is Via Della Camilluccia 669, 00135 Roma. The campus serves pupils aged 3-18 as a private, not-for-profit international school.
Stages	Stages Kindergarten (5 years); Primary (6-11); Lower secondary (11-14)	Stages Foundation Stage; Primary; Senior (A-Levels).
School type	School type Private day school	School type Private, not-for-profit international day school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support EAL; Learning Support.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Cambridge International program integrated with the Italian curriculum (UK Cambridge); Cambridge Lower and Upper Secondary; Cambridge Checkpoint and IGCSE exams are internal	Country affiliation British international education affiliations: COBIS membership; Cambridge International; Pearson Edexcel; Rome International Schools Association.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure The school day runs from 08:30 to 16:30	School day structure Primary school day starts at 08:30; lessons begin at 08:45; break at 10:30–11:00; lunch 12:00–12:30; play in the garden until 13:30; day ends at 15:30.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & registration fees - Registration fee: EUR 800.00 (non-refundable). - Deposit to secure a place: EUR 500.00 (non-refundable in case of withdrawal). - Capital assessment (one-off for new students; not applicable to Kindergarten): EUR 1,000.00 (non-refundable). Tuition fees (annual and per term / per semester) - Kindergarten (Primina, age 5): Annual tuition EUR 8,400.00 — per semester EUR 4,200.00. Lunches are included in the tuition. - Grades 1 and 2: Annual tuition EUR 10,700.00 — per semester EUR 5,350.00. Lunches are included in the tuition. - Grades 3, 4 and 5: Annual tuition EUR 12,200.00 — per semester EUR 6,100.00. Lunches are included in the tuition. - Middle School (Grades 6, 7 and 8): Annual tuition EUR 13,100.00 — per semester EUR 6,550.00. Lunches are included in the tuition. Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard billing: tuition is payable in two semi-annual installments. First-semester payment is due by September 1; second-semester payment is due by January 11. A 1% discount on tuition applies if the full year's tuition is paid in a single payment by the first-semester deadline. An administration charge of EUR 40.00 applies to each installment beyond the standard semester payments. Late payments are subject to a 1% interest surcharge per month (or fraction thereof) and may trigger other administrative measures (suspension of attendance, withholding of documents, or cancellation of concessions). Transaction charges and bank fees (including foreign-currency charges) are payable by the payer. - New enrolments: the Registration fee is payable once the application is accepted; the Deposit and Capital Assessment (where applicable) must be paid by the stated deposit deadline to finalize and secure the place. For returning students, registration and deposit deadlines apply as billed for the next academic year. Individual invoices are issued at the time payments are received. Boarding / accommodation - Castelli International School operates as a day school for ages 5–14; no boarding fees apply. Other costs and optional fees - School trips: costs are billed separately and vary by grade. Estimated ranges are up to EUR 150 for KG–Grade 3, EUR 150–300 for Grades 4–5, EUR 300–700 for Grades 6–7, and EUR 2,000–3,500 for the overseas Grade 8 trip. These are charged in addition to tuition as appropriate. - Examination fees: internal exams set by the school are at no additional cost; Cambridge Checkpoint and IGCSE exam fees, and any Italian State examination fees, are charged separately as appropriate. - Special tuition and support: fees apply for additional lessons, special educational needs support, individual lessons, supervised study or other services outside regular hours (optional and charged as appropriate). - After-school activities: optional activities (sports, arts, music, languages, etc.) carry additional charges. - Private bus service (outsourced): optional and charged separately. Payment terms for the bus service are an annual subscription with 60% due by September 1 and the remaining 40% due by January 15. Withdrawals from the bus for the second semester must be communicated by December 15 or the full annual amount will be due. - Uniforms / dress code: a school uniform must be worn. Uniform items are part of standard school requirements; uniform purchase costs are not itemised in the fee schedule and are treated as an additional family expense. Refund, cancellation and withdrawal rules - Registration fee, Deposit and Capital Assessment are non-refundable. No reductions or refunds are made for absence, suspension, dismissal or withdrawal. However, the second-semester tuition may be waived if formal written notice of withdrawal is given by December 15 and the student will not attend the school after January 31. Fractions of months for pro-rata charges are treated as full months. The school reserves the right to retain payments as partial settlement of unpaid tuition and to enforce late-payment measures. Discounts and individual payment plans - Sibling discount: a 10% reduction applies to tuition only for siblings currently attending the school. Individual payment plans may be approved by the School Treasurer before the academic year starts and are valid only for that school year. Accepted payment methods and instructions - Accepted methods: cash (within legal limits), cheque, and bank transfer (preferred). Bank transfer details for euro payments are provided by the school (IBAN and SWIFT/BIC as indicated by the school). Transaction taxes, bank charges and foreign-currency fees are payable by the payer. Credit-card acceptance is not specified in the fee schedule; bank transfer is the preferred method. If you need these fee items formatted differently for your database, the figures and terms above present the full fee structure and key rules for billing, optional charges, refunds and payment methods as stated by the school.	Fee details Application and enrolment fees - Registration fee (new student): €1,500, payable per new student at enrolment. - Capital Assessment fee: €3,200, payable once per family. - Advance fee to secure a place for the following academic year: €1,000 per student; payable by 30 December and deducted from the fees for the following academic year. Annual maintenance charge (per family) - One child enrolled: €750 annually. - Two children enrolled: €1,000 annually. - Three children enrolled: €1,250 annually. - Four children enrolled: €1,500 annually. The annual maintenance charge is payable on 30 June each year (from existing families) and from the second year of attendance for new families. Tuition fees (when paid directly by parents) — per term and annual total (Academic year 2025–2026) - Early Years 1: Term 1 €4,280; Term 2 €4,280; Term 3 €2,140; Annual total €10,700. - Early Years 2: Term 1 €4,504; Term 2 €4,504; Term 3 €2,252; Annual total €11,260. - Year 1 & 2: Term 1 €5,508; Term 2 €5,508; Term 3 €2,754; Annual total €13,770. - Year 3 & 4: Term 1 €6,256; Term 2 €6,256; Term 3 €3,128; Annual total €15,640. - Year 5 & 6: Term 1 €6,884; Term 2 €6,884; Term 3 €3,442; Annual total €17,210. - Year 7: Term 1 €7,152; Term 2 €7,152; Term 3 €3,576; Annual total €17,880. - Year 8 & 9: Term 1 €7,484; Term 2 €7,484; Term 3 €3,742; Annual total €18,710. - Year 10 & 11: Term 1 €7,548; Term 2 €7,548; Term 3 €3,774; Annual total €18,870. - Year 12 & 13: Term 1 €7,920; Term 2 €7,920; Term 3 €3,960; Annual total €19,800. Tuition fees (when paid directly by an employer) — per term and annual total (Academic year 2025–2026) - Early Years 1: Term 1 €4,820; Term 2 €4,820; Term 3 €2,410; Annual total €12,050. - Early Years 2: Term 1 €5,044; Term 2 €5,044; Term 3 €2,522; Annual total €12,610. - Year 1 & 2: Term 1 €6,048; Term 2 €6,048; Term 3 €3,024; Annual total €15,120. - Year 3 & 4: Term 1 €6,796; Term 2 €6,796; Term 3 €3,398; Annual total €16,990. - Year 5 & 6: Term 1 €7,424; Term 2 €7,424; Term 3 €3,712; Annual total €18,560. - Year 7: Term 1 €7,692; Term 2 €7,692; Term 3 €3,846; Annual total €19,230. - Year 8 & 9: Term 1 €8,024; Term 2 €8,024; Term 3 €4,012; Annual total €20,060. - Year 10 & 11: Term 1 €8,088; Term 2 €8,088; Term 3 €4,044; Annual total €20,220. - Year 12 & 13: Term 1 €8,460; Term 2 €8,460; Term 3 €4,230; Annual total €21,150. Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard three-instalment schedule: three instalments paid in full by 30 June, 30 December and 30 March (or the next business day). - Alternative payment plans and adjustments: - Annual payment: paid in full by 30 June with a 1% discount on tuition fees (discount applicable only to private clients). - Five instalments: payments due 30 June, 30 September, 30 November, 30 January and 30 March (1.5% increase on the total owed). - Ten instalments: payments by the 30th of each month from June to March inclusive (3% increase on the total owed). - Financial rules and penalties: fees paid 15 or more calendar days after the due date are subject to a penalty of 0.033% per calendar day. Attendance is conditional upon payment of all fees due; unpaid accounts 30 calendar days after due dates will be referred for Executive Council review and continued enrolment will be assessed. Termly fees are due in full for students who begin attending within the first five weeks of any term; students starting in the sixth week or later have fees calculated pro rata. A full term's written notice is necessary before withdrawing a child; otherwise a full term's fees will be due. There is no refund for lunch cancelled during a term. Registration, capital assessment and deposits are due on enrolment and must be settled within one month of being offered a place. Advance/Deposit, refunds and withdrawal - The €1,000 advance fee secures a place and is deducted from the following year's fees (must be paid by 30 December). - A full term's written notice is required before withdrawal; absence of such notice makes a full term's fees payable. There is no refund for lunch cancelled during a term. Late-payment penalties and potential suspension of enrolment apply for overdue accounts as described above. Boarding fees - The New School Rome operates as a day school; boarding provision and boarding fees are not applicable. Other costs and optional services - Lunch (mandatory annual cost): €1,350 per year. There is no refund for lunch cancelled during a term. - Transport (optional): organized door-to-door by Todde Bus SRL (contact details supplied for the transport provider). Transport is contracted separately and billed through the transport operator. - Trips and residentials: educational trips and summer-term residencies form part of the curriculum and may incur additional charges specific to each trip or residency. Payment methods - Most major credit cards are accepted (an additional charge of €4 may apply). - Bank transfer (bank details provided by the school): Crédit Agricole Italia, Via Flaminia, 453 – 00191 Rome, ABI 06230 – CAB 05089, Account 000063350745, IBAN IT61H0623005089000063350745, SWIFT/BIC CRPPIT2P616. Notes on instalment schedules and discounts - The school offers a choice between the standard three-instalment schedule and alternative annual, five-instalment or ten-instalment plans; the annual payment carries a small discount for private clients, while more frequent instalment plans incur a small surcharge as stated above.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The school has a day-school model; no boarding is offered.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options The cafeteria service is included in the annual fee.	Food options Lunch is provided as part of the primary school day, from 12:00 to 12:30, beginning with Year 1 and ending with Year 6. Students play in the garden after lunch until 13:30.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is privately owned and operated as Castelli International School S.r.l.	Governance and ownership The New School Rome is a private, not-for-profit association. There are two decision-making bodies: the Academic Council and the Executive Council. The Academic Council is the main policy-making forum and includes teachers and student representatives from Year 7 and above; it meets once every half term. The Executive Council is the governing body of The New School Association and has responsibility for all strategic, legal and financial aspects of the school's management and organization. The Council is made up of seven members: four parent members (three elected and one co-opted), the Academic Council Chairperson (Headteacher) and two elected teacher members. The Chairperson of the Council is a parent member and is elected by the Council to hold this office. The current Executive Council for 2025/2026 includes Luigi Ardito (Chairperson), Norman Doyle (Vice-Chair and Chairperson of the Academic Council), parent members Giorgio Pogliotti, Luigi Ardito, Paolo Bernini, Laura De Plato, and teacher members Chris Reid and Erica Ricci. The Constitution is available.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details English is the language of instruction. Kindergarten is for 5-year-olds; Primary School is for 6-11 years; Lower Secondary is for 11-14 years. The international student body is well prepared to enter local Italian high schools as well as international high schools. Our students then proceed to national and international universities leading to successful career paths. IGCSE exams are taken in Grade 8 as part of the curriculum. Learning by doing and a holistic approach underpin the curriculum.	Curriculum details The New School Rome follows the English National Curriculum for pupils aged 3–18. It is organized into Foundation Stage, Primary, and Secondary. In Secondary, there is a creative core in Art and Drama alongside core academic study. A-Levels are offered for 16+ as a pathway to universities in the UK and worldwide. The school maintains small class sizes and a favorable student-teacher ratio to support individual attention.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio The New School Rome maintains small class sizes and a favorable student-teacher ratio.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results Academic Year 2025 shows strong examination results; The New School Rome is one of the best performing schools in Europe for exam results. For A-Levels, the 3-year aggregate is A–A 49% and A–C 89%. For GCSE, the 3-year aggregate is A–A 48% and A–C 87%. Cohorts are small, typically 16–20 students in examination years.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Upon graduating Castelli International School, students gain access to prestigious secondary schools followed by excellent universities in Italy and around the world.	Higher education progression Graduates pursue higher education at universities around the world. Destinations include Oxford, St Andrews, Cambridge, LUISS, Bocconi and MIT. A-Levels and the EPQ provide preparation for university applications.
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 The school follows a hands-on, holistic approach to learning that emphasizes collaboration, independent thinking, and critical thinking, supported by the natural campus environment and multi-use facilities.	Social & emotional learning The New School Rome aims to develop social and emotional wellbeing as a foundation for every student's education. The Primary curriculum emphasises emotional security and a strong sense of community, with PSHE included among core subjects. The school creates a safe space where children can take risks, develop empathy, and form meaningful relationships. Pastoral wellbeing is prioritised alongside academic achievement to support learning. The school's approach to wellbeing is holistic, combining academic learning with social and emotional growth.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Not specified on the provided content.	Special educational needs (SEN) The New School Rome has a dedicated Learning Support offering a 3 Steps to Success programme to support students with special educational needs. There are four broad SEN areas: Cognition and Learning; Communication and Interaction; Social, Emotional and Mental Health; and Sensory and/or Physical Difficulties. The SEN approach includes Step 1 in-class strategies, Step 2 focused 1:1 support with the Learning Support teacher against individual goals, and Step 3 referral to external consultants when needed. The SEN team works with parents and teachers; costs for external assessments may apply. The SEN team contact emails are provided for inquiries.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language Not specified on the provided content.	English as an additional language The school has two specially trained teachers of English as an Additional Language who support students one to one, in groups, or within the classroom. EAL focuses on learning English while also learning through English, using the mainstream curriculum as the context. On arrival, children are assessed and placed into an appropriate EAL stage; beginners receive 1:1 sessions; out-of-class groups are used as progress allows. In senior school, tailored EAL support continues, with progression monitoring and liaison with subject teachers, including IELTS support.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Not specified on the provided content.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is a core consideration in The New School Rome's approach to education. The school states a founding aim of social and emotional wellbeing and emphasises a safe, supportive environment for learning. It highlights community and emotional security as essential to developing resilience, empathy, and wellbeing.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Not specified on the provided content.	Safeguarding Designated safeguarding leads are Charlotte Flanaggan (Senior School Co-ordinator) and Kate Downes (Whole School Co-ordinator). The safeguarding policy follows Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022 and is supported by related policies such as Health & Safety, Data Protection, and Dress Code. Staff receive safeguarding training and follow clear safeguarding procedures, with a designated safeguarding lead coordinating responses to concerns. The Wellbeing page provides a point of contact for safeguarding concerns via Get In Touch.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The campus sits on the Castelli Romani hills, a short drive from Rome, and is set in a green environment. It is a single, multifunctional campus with an amphitheatre, a garden, a teaching greenhouse, a multipurpose court for tennis, basketball and volleyball, and two regular-sized synthetic turf pitches for football and volleyball. These facilities enable a wide range of experiential and outdoor learning and allow the school to host sports events. The environment supports outdoor learning and sustainability as part of the curriculum.	Facilities overview Little Explorers Foundation Stage is a nature-based learning centre for children aged 3 to 5 years. It focuses on the human connection to the natural world. The indoor environment uses natural materials and open spaces to foster curiosity and creativity. Outdoor learning is supported by an outdoor classroom, a forest fire circle, and a nearby nature reserve park for immersive experiences. The school follows the Early Year Foundation Stage (EYFS) Statutory Framework. The environment supports social and emotional development through a holistic approach to learning.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The campus has 1 regular-sized multipurpose court for basketball, hockey, tag rugby, tennis and cricket. There are two regular-sized synthetic turf pitches for football and volleyball.	Sports facilities Every week, Primary students travel to a local sports centre for gymnastics and dance coaching. Weekly lessons with class teachers take place on the school site to cover sports and outdoor and adventurous activities. The Spring Football Tournament is held every March to unite the NSR community with other international schools.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities All lessons are taught in English, with language classes taught by native-speaking teachers. Students pursuing Italian ministerial exams take Italian-language courses for one hour every day starting from Grade 3. The international program integrates the Italian national curriculum with Cambridge Lower and Upper Secondary, including Cambridge Checkpoint and IGCSE exams. French and Italian are taught by native-speaking teachers.	Academic facilities Music, Singing & Drama are taught by specialist teachers with weekly Drama, Music and Singing lessons in the primary. Peripatetic instrument lessons are available during and after the school day, including piano, guitar, drums, percussion and violin. Italian is taught as a modern foreign language starting in Year 1. The school offers Events, Trips & Guest Speakers to enrich the curriculum, including a residential trip for Years 1–6 to develop independence, teamwork and leadership.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Model United Nations is an annual program in which lower-secondary students participate, with conferences held in cities such as Rome, New York and Boston. The school also runs sustainability initiatives, including rational water use, rainwater harvesting for irrigation and toilets, solar energy production and energy savings, and operates a Serra Didattica greenhouse. The school organizes social events for students and parents to promote interaction, integration and belonging.	Extra curricular facilities The school offers a range of events, trips and guest speakers, including Winter and Summer Concerts, parades, technology challenges, water week, football tournaments and talent shows. Educational visits to museums and historical sites in Rome enrich the curriculum. Students in Years 1–6 participate in an annual residential trip to develop independence, teamwork and leadership. Guest speakers such as poets, artists and parents inspire students.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The Castelli International School opened in September 1977, founded to integrate the Italian ministerial curriculum with an Anglo-Saxon international program. The international program is integrated with Cambridge Lower and Upper Secondary, and Cambridge Checkpoint and IGCSE exams (internal to the school) provide qualifications that allow students to access national and international high schools. All teachers are university graduates and qualified to teach with international post-graduate qualifications (PGCE); teachers come from the United Kingdom, Ireland, the USA, Canada, Belgium and Italy, and French and Italian, as well as other languages, are taught by native-speaking teachers. The student body is multinational, representing many continents, which fosters openness, curiosity, inclusion and global citizenship; secondary students participate in annual Model United Nations programs in Rome, New York and Boston. In 2018 Castelli celebrated its 40th anniversary and added the Serra Didattica "Paul Magee" to the campus.	History The New School Rome was established in 1972 by a dedicated consortium of parents and teachers. It is a private, not-for-profit international school for pupils aged 3-18 offering the English National Curriculum. The school operates as a non-profit, democratic institution that engages parents, students, and staff as equal partners in the educational process. Small class sizes and an exceptional student-teacher ratio support personalised education while balancing high academic standards with pastoral care. Its mission emphasizes holistic development, critical thinking, creativity, empathy, and respect. [cite turn1view0]
Community	Community The location and strong sense of community at Castelli International create ideal conditions for new students and parents to form meaningful relationships. The School organizes numerous social events for children and parents to foster interaction, integration and belonging. Castelli International is locally appreciated for its contributions to the community and for improving social infrastructure; it collaborates with several Castelli Romani schools to realize cultural initiatives and innovative educational projects. Castelli International supports cultural and educational initiatives in collaboration with other international schools, inviting subject experts to share their knowledge and the school raises funds and supports local and international charities.	Community The New School Rome shows an active community with a dedicated 'Our Community' section and frequent news updates. School Life includes Duke of Edinburgh, EAL, Italian, and Learning Support. New School Rome Stories share personal perspectives from students such as Elena, Johnny, Hiba, and Marco Fugazzola. Wellbeing and other student-facing programs are part of the community. [cite turn1view0]
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school teaches all lessons in English, with language classes taught by mother tongue teachers. Students opting for the Italian Ministerial Exams take Italian for one hour each day from the third grade. Kindergarten starts pre-school education in a relaxed manner, and the programme is built on educational, artistic and hands-on activities that develop the children's talents. Creativity is nurtured by experienced teachers in a unique environment immersed in nature.	Academic & intellectual Celebrating over 50 years of education, The New School Rome follows an enhanced British curriculum taught in English by UK-trained teachers. It is a not-for-profit independent school serving students aged 3–18, with small class sizes. The school is a member of the Council of British International Schools. It reports strong academic results and graduates go on to prestigious universities around the world.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Musical performances and the traditional Music Under the Stars are part of the programme for the whole school community. The programme also fosters creativity through artistic activities integrated into the curriculum. The early years and primary programs include opportunities to explore visual arts and dramatic expression as part of hands-on learning.	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Italian is taught on two paths: Italian as a foreign language (IFL) to help international students gain fluency, and the Italian Ministerial Programme (IMP) for students taking state exams. The school operates integrated Italian studies with Cambridge International School as part of its curriculum. The school has participated in Model United Nations conferences annually since 2002.	Cultural & language From age 5 Italian is taught as a native language or beginner language by three specialist teachers. An after-school Italian booster session for Years 4–9 complements the day-time lessons and mirrors the Italian state system, focusing on language, history, culture and literature. In Year 13, students can follow a corso integrativo leading to a maturita certificate, enabling entry to Italian universities, with exams supervised by the Italian Ministry of Education.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is available to students in Years 10–13 and includes four sections: Skills, Physical Recreation, Service and Adventurous Journey. At Gold level there is an additional Residential Project. Students participate in charity events around Rome, including work with Oxfam, Save the Children and the Astalli Foundation, and frequently initiate activities to learn new skills and help others.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service The Duke of Edinburgh programme includes charity involvement and service activities in the local community, supporting students to give back to Rome through partnerships such as Oxfam, Save the Children and the Astalli Foundation.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award empowers young people to learn new skills, overcome obstacles, and build confidence and resilience. It provides leadership opportunities as students take on project work and charity initiatives, and supports personal and professional development through real-world experiences.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The campus features a regular-sized multi-purpose court for basketball, hockey, tag-rugby, tennis and cricket, and two regular-sized synthetic turf pitches for football and volleyball. These facilities support hosting tournaments and sports events. The school places emphasis on physical activity as part of holistic education, promoting a healthy lifestyle, resilience, teamwork and sportsmanship.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Pastoral wellbeing is a core part of The New School Rome experience. The school emphasizes that learning happens best when students feel safe and happy, and places importance on smooth transitions for new arrivals within its international community.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English and Italian programmes complement each other, with English being the core language. All core subjects are taught in English, and language courses are taught by certified, mother-tongue language teachers. Italian is taught on two paths: Italian as a foreign language (IFL) and the Italian Ministerial Programme (IMP). French is compulsory from grades 5 through 8; French is taught during school hours, and other languages are offered upon request as extracurricular activities.	Language provision English is the language of instruction, following the English National Curriculum. Italian is taught from age 5 as a native language or a beginners language by three specialist teachers, with an after-school booster session and a Year 13 corso integrativo leading to maturita, supervised by officials from the Italian Ministry of Education. English as an Additional Language is provided by two trained teachers who support learners in one-to-one or small-group sessions or in class, with continued EAL support into the senior school and preparation for external exams such as IELTS.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching All core subjects are taught in English, while language classes are taught by mother tongue teachers. French and Italian, as well as optional foreign languages, are all taught by qualified mother-tongue teachers.	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards null	Awards The school presents itself as having outstanding academic results at IGCSE and A-Levels. It reports university destinations for graduates across the UK, Europe, and the USA.
Accreditations	Accreditations null	Accreditations The New School Rome is a member of the Council of British International Schools (COBIS). It is also a Cambridge International and a Pearson school, with these examining boards used for public exams at 16 (iGCSE and A-Level). The school is a member of the Rome International Schools Association. The Cambridge Assessment International and Pearson Edexcel logos appear on site materials.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Castelli International School has a rolling admissions policy, with applications accepted throughout the school year and summer. However, due to the limited number of places available, it is advisable to apply by January preceding the academic year of entrance. The school evaluates applicants on the ability to relate to the school environment academically and socially, readiness for critical analysis, and the ability to face and solve problems, to gather information and communicate it, which are integral to the experiential approach to learning. 2. For Primary School, there is an informal admissions interview held at the school. The interview assesses the child's fit for the program and their readiness to participate in classroom activities. It helps determine the child's capacity to engage academically and socially within the school environment. 3. For lower secondary (Grades 6-8), applicants undergo a written evaluation in English, math and Italian, as well as an interview.	Admissions The New School Rome welcomes admissions inquiries. An Admission Enquiry form is available.
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