ICS Milan International School vs St. Louis School - Archinto Campus

	I ICS Milan International School Milan, Italy	S St. Louis School - Archinto Campus Milan, Italy
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €15,560 - 29,280	Fees / year €23,270 - 24,430
Age range	Age range 1 - 18 years	Age range 14 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 47
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 22
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Italian	Instruction language English, Italian
Opened	Opened —	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Three campuses in Milan: ICS Symbiosis at Viale Ortles 46, 20139 Milano; ICS Colletta at Via Colletta 27, 20135 Milano; ICS Tenca at Via Carlo Tenca 2, 20124 Milano. Head Office: Ludum S.R.L., Viale Ortles 46, 20139 Milano.	Location Milan, Italy. St. Louis School operates on three campuses in Milan: Archinto Campus (Via Olmetto 6, 20123 Milan), Caviglia Campus (Via Enrico Caviglia, 20139 Milan), and Colonna Campus (Via Marco Antonio Colonna 24, 20149 Milan). The campuses serve students aged 2 to 18 across Early Years, Primary, Middle, High School, and International Baccalaureate programmes. All campuses are conveniently located to serve international students and local families.
Stages	Stages Nursery (12 months to 3 years); Kindergarten (3 to 5 years); Primary School; Middle School; High School.	Stages Early Years (Kindergarten) Ages 2 - 5; Primary School Ages 6 - 10; Middle School Ages 11 - 13; High School Ages 14 - 16; International Baccalaureate Ages 16 - 18
School type	School type International day school offering an IB World School program (MYP) and recognised as a paritaria school accredited by the Italian Ministry of Education.	School type Private international school in Milan offering the British and Italian curriculums and the IB Diploma; An Inspired School
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix 55 nationalities represented.	Pupil nationality mix 50 nationalities represented; diverse and inclusive community across Early Years, Primary, Middle, High School and IB
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Italy	Country affiliation Italy; Primary holds the Italian Scuola Paritaria status
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details A school bus service operates in the Milan area in partnership with Todde Bus for ICS Symbiosis, ICS Colletta and ICS Tenca, with Group Stops, Individual Stops and a Late Bus option; registration is via bus@icsmilan.com; group stops and fees are published, including deposits and route details.	Bus service details The school bus service is run by a private company with a daily city-wide service for an additional fee. It is available for children from 3 to 14 years old attending the Caviglia and Colonna campuses. There are City Centre (fixed routes) and Door-to-Door (personalised) options.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & Admission Charges - New student application fee (payable at time of application, where applicable): €100 (applies from Year 2 for Symbiosis). - New student one‑off admission fee (payable at first enrolment, for the first child): Nursery & Kindergarten €800 (Colletta / Tenca), Primary €1,500, Middle School €2,500, High School Year 10–11 €2,500, High School Year 12–13 €3,000. These amounts are charged once at first enrolment. - Yearly registration fee (paid annually at the time of enrolment): Nursery / Kindergarten €800–€1,100 depending on campus, Primary €1,100–€1,120, Middle School €1,100, High School €1,300 (exact level/campus values as stated in the fees outline). Tuition fees by campus and year group (school year S.Y. 2025/26) — annual amounts and per‑installment (instalment schedule below) ICS Symbiosis (annual tuition, private rate / corporate rate) - Primary Year 1: €12,550 / €16,200. Per instalment (25% / 50% / 25%): Private €3,137.50 / €6,275.00 / €3,137.50; Corporate €4,050.00 / €8,100.00 / €4,050.00. - Primary Years 2–6: €15,680 / €19,330. Per instalment: Private €3,920.00 / €7,840.00 / €3,920.00; Corporate €4,832.50 / €9,665.00 / €4,832.50. - Middle School Years 7–9: €18,720 / €22,370. Per instalment: Private €4,680.00 / €9,360.00 / €4,680.00; Corporate €5,592.50 / €11,185.00 / €5,592.50. - High School Years 10–11: €19,340 / €22,990. Per instalment: Private €4,835.00 / €9,670.00 / €4,835.00; Corporate €5,747.50 / €11,495.00 / €5,747.50. - High School Years 12–13: €20,750 / €24,400. Per instalment: Private €5,187.50 / €10,375.00 / €5,187.50; Corporate €6,100.00 / €12,200.00 / €6,100.00. ICS Tenca (annual tuition, private rate / corporate rate) - Early Years (Nursery & Kindergarten): €12,060 / €15,470. Per instalment: Private €3,015.00 / €6,030.00 / €3,015.00; Corporate €3,867.50 / €7,735.00 / €3,867.50. - Primary Year 1: €12,550 / €16,160. Per instalment: Private €3,137.50 / €6,275.00 / €3,137.50; Corporate €4,040.00 / €8,080.00 / €4,040.00. - Primary Years 2–4: €13,270 / €16,880. Per instalment: Private €3,317.50 / €6,635.00 / €3,317.50; Corporate €4,220.00 / €8,440.00 / €4,220.00. - Primary Years 5–6: €13,870 / €17,480. Per instalment: Private €3,467.50 / €6,935.00 / €3,467.50; Corporate €4,370.00 / €8,740.00 / €4,370.00. ICS Colletta (annual tuition, private rate / corporate rate) - Nursery & Kindergarten: €12,060 / €15,470. Per instalment: Private €3,015.00 / €6,030.00 / €3,015.00; Corporate €3,867.50 / €7,735.00 / €3,867.50. Other annual charges (per student) - Yearly lunch fee: amounts vary by campus and level. Typical values shown for S.Y. 2025/26: Symbiosis €1,650; Tenca Nursery & Kindergarten €1,410, Tenca Primary €1,610; Colletta €1,410. Lunch fees are charged annually (payment deadline noted below). - School bus (annual): “Individual Stops” return €3,850; single trip €3,140. “Group Stops” return €2,550; single trip €1,900. (Milan area services.) - Language support (where required) — one‑off annual charge payable by November 30: Level 1 €3,000; Level 2 €5,000; Level 3 €8,000. - Additional services charged separately (not included in the tuition and lunch fees): educational trips, arts performances/events, personal equipment, individual digital device (from Year 2), apps and suggested books, school uniforms, after‑school programmes, extracurricular activities, July summer school. Sibling discounts - 10% reduction for the second child, 20% reduction for the third child, 40% for the fourth child and beyond (applies to tuition). Billing schedule and payment terms - Yearly tuition instalment schedule (standard): 1) First instalment 25% payable at the time of enrolment; 2) Second instalment 50% payable by August 31; 3) Third instalment 25% payable by November 30. These instalments apply to the annual tuition amount as shown above. Specific dates in the published schedule refer to the corresponding calendar year (e.g., by 31 August and 30 November). - Yearly registration fees and the one‑off admission (una tantum) fees are payable at enrolment as stated. Lunch fee payment is requested by August 31. Application fee (where applicable) is payable at the time of application. Language support fees are payable by the specified November deadline. - The amounts shown are VAT‑exempt under the cited law in the fees outline. Refunds / withdrawal - No specific refund or withdrawal terms are stated in the published S.Y. 2025/26 fees outlines. The fees documentation does not set out a detailed refund schedule for cancellations, withdrawals or unused services. Fee payment methods - Payments may be made by bank transfer, cheque, credit card, bancomat or cash, in accordance with applicable law. Notes on what the fees include / exclude - Fees include yearly tuition from September to June (per the school calendar) and the meals service where a lunch fee is shown. Fees exclude educational trips, arts performances/events, external exams, personal educational materials and devices, school uniforms and additional services such as after‑school care and the school bus (unless the bus is separately selected).	Fee details Application & assessment fees - Assessment (application) fee (Year 1+): EUR 100 — non-refundable. - Registration fee (first year only, payable on acceptance/enrolment): EUR 3,000. - Annual enrolment fee (payable each year upon enrolment): Colonna campus EUR 1,850; Caviglia and Archinto campuses EUR 1,800. Tuition fees by year group — Academic year 2026–2027 (amount = full year; instalment amounts shown where published) - Early Years / Nursery (FS0), Kindergarten (FS1), Reception (FS2): Tuition EUR 13,730 per year — instalments: EUR 4,577 / EUR 4,577 / EUR 4,577. - Year 1 — Year 2: Tuition EUR 18,930 per year — instalments: EUR 6,310 / EUR 6,310 / EUR 6,310. - Year 3 — Year 4: Tuition EUR 19,200 per year — instalments: EUR 6,400 / EUR 6,400 / EUR 6,400. - Year 5 — Year 6: Tuition EUR 19,280 per year — instalments: EUR 6,427 / EUR 6,427 / EUR 6,427. - Year 7 — Year 8: Tuition EUR 22,330 per year — instalments: EUR 7,433 / EUR 7,433 / EUR 7,433. - Year 9: Tuition EUR 22,400 per year — instalments: EUR 7,467 / EUR 7,467 / EUR 7,467. - Year 10 — Year 11 (Archinto campus): Tuition EUR 25,230 per year — instalments: EUR 8,410 / EUR 8,410 / EUR 8,410. - Year 12 — Year 13 (Archinto campus): Tuition EUR 26,380 per year — instalments: EUR 8,793 / EUR 8,793 / EUR 8,793. Meals / lunches (additional costs where listed) - Lunches (Nursery – Year 6): EUR 1,700 per year — instalments: EUR 850 / EUR 850 (where instalment split shown). - Lunches (Year 7 – Year 9): EUR 1,360 per year — instalments: EUR 680 / EUR 680 (where instalment split shown). Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard payment options for tuition: pay in full at the start of the academic year or in three instalments at the start of each term. Fees are payable at the start of each term; students joining after term start should arrange a payment schedule with Admissions. - Published instalment dates for the 2026–2027 year (as shown on the published fee schedules): 1st payment by 30 April 2026, 2nd payment by 10 September 2026, 3rd payment by 10 January 2027. (Instalment amounts for each year group are shown above.) - Registration and enrolment fees are payable at the moment of enrolment/acceptance. Boarding fees (if applicable) - Boarding house / boarding provision: the school operates a boarding house at the Archinto campus and boarding is described in the school materials. The 2026–2027 published tuition schedules for the Archinto, Colonna and Caviglia fee documents do not list an annual boarding charge in their main 2026–2027 tables; earlier published fee schedules (e.g., 2024/25) did include a boarding fee for Years 10–13 (example figure: EUR 16,660 per year in a prior published schedule). Parents should note that boarding arrangements and charges have appeared separately in earlier fee schedules and in the school prospectus. Other costs and mandatory items - School uniform: All students are required to wear the official school uniform; uniform costs are charged separately and are available from the school's authorised supplier/uniform shop. - School bus / transport: The school's bus service is run by an external provider and is charged separately; bus routes and prices are published separately from tuition. - Laptops / devices: From Year 6 to Year 9 parents must purchase a laptop to school specifications; Archinto students must purchase a laptop (High School). - Examinations: IGCSE and IB examination fees are not included in the published tuition figures. - Didactic / educational materials and local day trips up to Year 9: these are listed as included in tuition in the published schedules (where specified). Swimming / alternative activities are included for Early Years and Primary as noted in the schedules. - Extras (optional activities, camps, trips): charged separately and invoiced as applicable. Camp and short-course programmes set separate terms for deposits, cancellations and refunds. Refund information - Assessment (application) fee: EUR 100 is explicitly described as non-refundable. - Camp / short-course cancellations: Camps and similar programmes include specific cancellation and refund terms (deposit deadlines, cancellation rules and limited refunds for forced cancellations are set out in the camp terms and conditions). - For other tuition, registration or enrolment refunds: registration and enrolment fees are payable at enrolment; published fee schedules state those fees are payable at the time of enrolment. Specific refund arrangements for tuition (withdrawal, pro-rata refunds, or charges) are addressed in the school's enrolment contract and programme terms; parents should note assessment fee is non-refundable. Fee payment options (accepted methods) - The school accepts electronic payments by direct bank transfer and by debit/credit card for programme and camp fees; invoices and enrolment paperwork indicate payments by bank transfer or card for fees and extras. Payment details for bank transfers and any card processing instructions are provided on school invoices and enrolment documentation. If you require this material formatted for an external database, the items above provide the published fee items, instalment amounts and key payment and additional-cost headings as presented in the school's published 2026–2027 fee schedules and admissions materials.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements Boarding arrangements: Guaranteed Entry to Boarding Schools; acceptance at Inspired schools leads to automatic admission to the Group's premium boarding schools located across five continents, with welcoming boarding communities providing a home-from-home environment.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school has uniforms; uniforms are available through the ICS Milan Shop, including the S.Y. 2025/26 collection.	Uniform requirement The school uses an official school uniform; parents can order the uniform through the school uniform shop; a dress code is followed and sensible footwear is required.
Food options	Food options —	Food options The school has a well-equipped kitchen and restaurant where nutritious meals are prepared and served daily; dietary requirements are catered for on presentation of medical certificates; a cafeteria is available for High School students at Archinto Campus.
House system	House system —	House system There is a house system; two students will be nominated as house leaders to aid in the organisation of the boarding house.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Head Office Ludum S.R.L. operates the school. The three Milan campuses are ICS Symbiosis, ICS Colletta and ICS Tenca. The school is a member of Globeducate.	Governance and ownership The school is part of Inspired Education and is branded as an Inspired School within the Inspired group.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Nursery follows the British Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Preschool through Year 6 follow the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), and ICS Milan is a PYP Candidate School with Italian language and culture integrated into the PYP curriculum. Middle School (Years 7–9) offers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), with English and Italian studied and an additional language available (French or Spanish). High School (Years 10–11) uses Cambridge IGCSE examinations, and Years 12–13 offer the IB Diploma Programme (DP), with the DP Core including Theory of Knowledge, Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS), and an Extended Essay. Italian curriculum integration is provided via Scuola Paritaria, aligning Italian language and culture with the international curriculum.	Curriculum details British National Curriculum forms the basis of the programme, with inputs from the Italian Curriculum. In High School, learners follow the International GCSE course and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Approximately 5:1, based on about 1,000 students and 200 teachers across ICS Milan's campuses.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results IGCSE examinations are taken in Years 10-11 and the Diploma Programme (DP) is offered in Years 12-13. IGCSEs are academically rigorous and include compulsory exams. Across Globeducate schools, many ICS Milan students achieve grades within the top 10% globally.	Exam results Exceptional 2025 IB Exam Results: Archinto's IB cohort achieved an average Diploma score of 37, with 21% earning 38+ and the highest score reaching 45; nearly half of the diplomas awarded were bilingual.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression The school provides university preparation through a dedicated counselling team, guidance for university applications, and resources such as Unifrog to compare courses and manage applications. Students are supported to attend university fairs, visit universities, and receive materials in the library; the Diploma Programme explicitly prepares students for university and beyond, helping them choose universities and complete applications.	Higher education progression Graduates go on to study at world-class universities, including Imperial College London, Central Saint Martins and the University of Pennsylvania; Bocconi University; London School of Economics; and Stanford University.
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 ICS Milan places social and emotional wellbeing at the center of its approach from the earliest years through to secondary. Kindergarten emphasises social and emotional wellbeing and partners with families so every child feels safe, supported and understood. The Primary School is committed to nurturing wellbeing, giving pupils a voice and agency. The Nursery is designed to support wellbeing and emotional development, with staff tailoring experiences to promote wellbeing and build confidence. A pastoral programme supports all students across Globeducate schools to foster emotional wellbeing and resilience.	Social & emotional learning The school has an on-site pastoral team that supports student well-being. The school has a diverse, inclusive community representing 50 nationalities. The school has language immersion that supports second-language fluency and a global outlook. The school has a well-equipped library with ICT resources and a broad range of extracurricular activities for personal growth. The school has university counselling to help senior students identify and apply to world-leading universities.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) ICS Milan is a mainstream, inclusive school with an inclusion policy that provides opportunities for students of differing abilities. The Inclusion Policy describes learning support for mild to moderate needs and the use of Individualised Educational Plans (IEP/PEI) created by GLI. The school provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) provision across Primary and MYP with a dedicated team and personalised programmes. EAL provision includes entrance assessment and ongoing tracking to adjust provision, and withdrawal classes are available as appropriate to help students access the curriculum. The school aims to provide every student with the best chance to reach their potential through differentiated support.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language English is the predominant language of learning. In Early Years, 100% of the curriculum is delivered in English; in Primary and MYP, around 80% of the curriculum is delivered in English to non-native speakers (about 20% is delivered in Italian as part of the Paritaria status). A specialised team of EAL teachers delivers personalised programmes and EAL is taught across Primary and MYP. Entrance assessments determine language needs at entry, and ongoing tracking uses formal assessment frameworks to adjust provision. The aim is to enable all EAL students to access mainstream subjects and participate fully in the curriculum.	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing ICS Milan emphasises emotional wellbeing as part of its holistic education. The Head of School describes a supportive community that nurtures emotional wellbeing and character across three campuses. Kindergarten places a strong focus on social and emotional wellbeing and partnership with families to ensure safety, support and understanding. The Nursery and Primary environments embed wellbeing through relationships and routines, with pastoral programmes in place to support all students.	Mental wellbeing The school has a focus on student well-being, supported by an on-site pastoral team. The school has a safe, inclusive environment with a diverse community representing more than 50 nationalities. The school has programs promoting healthy habits through swimming, sports coaching and nutritious meals. The school has a library and ICT resources that support learning and personal development. The school has university counselling to help students plan for their future and manage coursework pressures.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding ICS Milan is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is the responsibility of everyone in the organisation, with mandatory safeguarding training and designated safeguarding leads. The policies cover safeguarding and child protection, online safety, safer recruitment, and early help procedures. The curriculum includes Personal, Social, Health and Citizenship Education to promote safety and wellbeing.	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview ICS Milan operates three campuses in Milan: Symbiosis, Colletta and Tenca. Symbiosis hosts Primary and Secondary School students (ages 5 18) on a 10,000 square meter site with an outdoor area of about 6,000 square meters. Colletta serves Nursery to Primary on 1,600 square meters and includes a 15 by 6 meter swimming pool, two separate playgrounds for Nursery and Kindergarten, Innovation Laboratories, and fully resourced teaching rooms. Tenca serves Nursery to Primary on 2,600 square meters and offers dedicated spaces, separate playgrounds for Early Years and Primary, and an indoor gym plus a lunchroom. The campuses are described as state-of-the-art to meet students' needs.	Facilities overview Archinto Campus features classrooms, laboratories and other specialised areas. Caviglia Campus provides a modern, spacious learning environment with brightly-lit classrooms, science laboratories, fully-equipped libraries and a gymnasium. Colonna Campus has sports facilities and well-equipped classrooms. Classrooms at Archinto face the palazzo courtyard and gardens.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Symbiosis features an indoor gym and a semi-Olympic 25-meter indoor swimming pool, with an outdoor multifunctional playground on around 6,000 square meters. Colletta includes a 15 by 6 meter swimming pool. Tenca offers an indoor gym.	Sports facilities Colonna Campus has sports facilities; Caviglia Campus includes a gymnasium and supports specialist sports programmes.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Symbiosis hosts Primary and Secondary School. Colletta provides Innovation Laboratories for children and fully resourced, brand-new teaching rooms. Tenca offers dedicated spaces and cozy, child-friendly learning environments, including an indoor gym and a lunchroom.	Academic facilities Archinto Campus features classrooms, laboratories and other specialised areas. Caviglia Campus provides bright classrooms, science laboratories, fully-equipped libraries and a gymnasium. Colonna Campus has well-equipped classrooms. The learning approach emphasises language acquisition, arts and sports.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Summer School is offered as part of Special Programmes. ICS Plus After School provides after-school programming. After School Care is available.	Extra curricular facilities A broad range of extra-curricular activities includes sports, art and music. Extra-curricular activities run Monday through Friday, at different times (lunch, after school and Wednesday afternoons), from October to May. Some activities are on-campus, while some may be led off-campus. Music tuition is provided by peripatetic teachers for instruments including flute, saxophone, drums, piano, violin, guitar and clarinet, with ABRSM exams held at the school.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History St. Louis School, Milan has more than 25 years of experience delivering education. It blends the British National Curriculum with the Italian Curriculum, and in High School offers the International GCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, with IB results described as the No.1 School in Europe. The school operates across three campuses—Archinto (Years 10–13), Caviglia (EYFS to Year 9), and Colonna (EYFS to Year 9). Its history includes founding and expansions: moving from Viale Piceno to Via G.B. Morgagni to accommodate growth; the opening of the Via Caviglia Campus and its Middle and High School, the Pantano High School, the Colonna Campus, and the Palazzo Archinto campus with 340 students and top IB scores in continental Europe. The school adapted with virtual learning during the pandemic and is celebrating its 25-year milestone.
Community	Community ICS Milan serves a diverse community of students from a range of nationalities, cultures and backgrounds. English is the main language of learning, and the curriculum supports a range of student abilities. The school provides a supportive and internationally-minded community across three campuses, and works in partnership with families to nurture academic excellence, emotional wellbeing, and a strong sense of character. As part of Globeducate, ICS Milan shares a vision to prepare students to become global citizens who can shape the world.	Community The school has a dynamic, well-established, world-class community that thrives with the support of Milanese and international families. It is described as a welcoming school community and educates about 1,800 students across three campuses. The curriculum emphasizes cultural awareness and linguistic practice across every subject.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association ICS Friends has evolved from the founding PTA. As volunteers, both parents and teachers, our mission is to celebrate and foster our school community. Our Values are Inclusive, Caring, and Safe. In 2021 two ICS parents, Elke Palmaers and Federico Mastroleo, founded the first PTA at ICS Milan and were its first Chairs. ICS Friends is the natural evolution of the PTA and operates as a self-funded group that invests in school projects and donates to local organizations. Giving Projects have supported numerous organizations and totals donated over €24,500 in the past three years, while the Year Book and annual competitive activities have contributed €10,100 for school projects.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual ICS Milan offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Preschool to Year 6, and is a candidate IB World School for the Diploma Programme, with the Liceo providing IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme. Italian language and culture are integrated with national standards within the curriculum. The approach is transdisciplinary and inquiry-based, aiming to develop internationally minded, confident learners.	Academic & intellectual St. Louis School Milan combines the British National Curriculum with the Italian Curriculum and offers the International GCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in High School. The school operates across Archinto, Caviglia, and Colonna campuses and has more than 25 years of experience educating students. IB results are exceptional, with strong overall scores and bilingual diplomas reported among the results.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Arts are embedded in the timetable, with Arts (Art and Design, Music and Drama) taught in Primary. Kindergarten includes specialist sessions in the Arts, Music, and a Chinese language focus, alongside swimming and PE. The ICS Plus After School programme offers courses in theatre, band and a student newsroom for broader artistic and creative experiences. Students can engage with the ICS Insights student newspaper.	Arts & creative The school provides a broad range of extra-curricular activities including sports, art, and music. A team of highly-qualified peripatetic music teachers offers instruction in flute, saxophone, drums, piano, violin, guitar, and clarinet. Examiners from ABRSM hold music exams at the school each year.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Italian Language is taught in Primary (4 sessions per week) alongside English (5 sessions) and Mathematics taught in English, with Social Studies delivered in English and Italian. The curriculum integrates Italian language and culture within the national framework. In Kindergarten, learning is in English with a multilingual staff and specialist sessions including Chinese.	Cultural & language Extensive linguistic practice is integrated across subjects. The school maintains a bilingual education system formed from Italian, British, and IB curriculum pathways. It is described as a British international school in Milan.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The After School Programme features courses across arts, languages, science, sport and technology, designed to complement the academic curriculum and build creativity, critical thinking and collaboration. Secondary School courses are expanded with new options to increase student involvement in school life. The PYP Exhibition showcases student curiosity, courage and action, reflecting active student engagement beyond the classroom.	Social & hobbies Students take part in a wide range of extracurricular experiences that support social and emotional development. Activities are designed to help students grow socially, emotionally, physically and academically. The program encourages active participation and personal growth beyond the classroom.
Community & service	Community & service ICS Milan has an active parent community through ICS Friends (the contemporary PTA), focusing on inclusion, care and safety while supporting school initiatives. The PTA has led fundraising and community projects, donating funds to local organizations and producing the annual Yearbook. Community events such as Spring Fair, Winter Holiday events and Movie Nights are organized to strengthen school life and partnerships.	Community & service The school participates in community service through student-led initiatives, including fundraising for a school in Banlung, Cambodia, and on-site engagement to support the project. These experiences reflect the school's emphasis on global citizenship and service.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The school emphasizes student leadership through IB-related inquiries and exhibitions, notably the PYP Exhibition, which highlights curiosity, courage and action by students. The IB framework and its coordinators guide program design across the cycle, promoting leadership-minded learning and student agency.	Leadership & professional The school has a leadership structure across three campuses, led by an Executive Principal and campus Principals. The Leadership Team includes leaders for Archinto, Caviglia, and Colonna campuses. The school also offers leadership and professional-student development opportunities such as the Global Exchange Programme and the Penn GSE Entrepreneurship Academy.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing is integrated into the timetable through Personal Social Education and balanced daily routines, with Physical Education included in the Primary schedule. Specialist sessions in Kindergarten include swimming and PE, and the After School Care provides supervised time for play or homework. Summer School offers swimming weekly for younger children and a broader programme of sports, science and English for older students, with extended hours options.	Lifestyle & wellbeing St. Louis School emphasizes a holistic education that meets the needs of each child and helps them reach their full potential. It focuses on personal and academic growth, social and emotional development, and the cultivation of lifelong learners. The curriculum encourages active, engaging learning experiences and aims to develop globally minded, motivated individuals.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the main language of learning. Italian language and culture are integrated into the PYP curriculum. Chinese is offered as a specialist language in Kindergarten. Learning in Kindergarten is conducted in English, and the teaching team includes multilingual staff to support language development.	Language provision Languages taught include English and Italian. The British National Curriculum is taught in English and integrated with the Italian Curriculum, creating a bilingual program. In High School, students can continue bilingual learning through the International GCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching English is the main language of learning. Italian language and culture are integrated into the PYP curriculum to meet national and international standards. Learning in Kindergarten is in English, and the teaching team includes multilingual staff to support language development. ICS Milan serves students from 1 to 18 years.	Bilingual teaching The school teaches in English and Italian. The British National Curriculum forms the basis of the programme and is integrated with the Italian Curriculum. In High School, learners continue their bilingual education through the International GCSE course and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). The school serves students aged 2 to 18 across three campuses.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Nursery provides an immersive experience in an intercultural, English-speaking environment.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations Authorized IB World School for the Diploma Programme; Candidate School for the IB Primary Years Programme; Middle School offers the IB Middle Years Programme; Recognised Paritaria school by the Italian Ministry of Education with Italian language and culture integrated into the curriculum.	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES GENERAL CONDITIONS School year 2023/2024 Foreword 1.1 Ludum S.r.l., with registered office at Viale Ortles 46, 20139 Milano, VAT number 15857591000 and Tax Code 06691820960, provides extracurricular activities services at the Infants School, the Primary School, and the First Grade Secondary School named ICS Milan International School at the premises of Viale Ortles, 46; Via Tenca 2; Via Pietro Colletta 27, Milano. 2. Parties, beneficiary and object of the contract 2.1 This Contract (the “Contract”) is governed by the following general conditions (the “General Conditions”) and is entered into between Ludum S.r.l. (the “Ludum” or “the Institute”) and the undersigned Parent 1 jointly and severally with the undersigned Parent 2 (the “Parents”) as identified in the personal data sheet. 2.2 The beneficiary of the Contract is the student indicated in the present Contract (the “Student”). 2.3 If one of the Parents cannot sign this Agreement, the signing Parent declares, aware of the criminal and administrative consequences for those who issue declarations not corresponding to the truth under art. 76 DPR 445/2000, that he/she has made the choice in agreement with the other Parent. 2.4 The Contract concerns the provision of extracurricular services according to the training offer of the various sites published on the ICS Milan website (the “Courses”) as well as the provision of the Afterschool Care service (ordinary after-school care). The training offer specifies: the name and a brief description of the educational objectives, the day, time and place of the Course, the lesson calendar and duration, the participation fee, the age ranges to which it is addressed and the minimum number of participants required for activation. 2.5 Ludum commits to continuously deliver the Courses aimed at achieving the objectives referred to in the previous article, to inform Parents about the services offered and the access modalities, and to support the Student in the realization of the educational-didactic path. 2.6 If the Student should prove not suitable to attend a specific Course, Ludum reserves the right to reject the application and arrange the reimbursement of unused lessons. 3. Enrollment in Courses and attendance 3.1 Group Courses are activated only if the minimum number of participants is reached. It is possible to enroll in Courses that have been activated for the current year and that are not full. Ludum will inform Parents in advance which Courses are not activated and which students do not fit within the maximum number allowed according to enrollment priority. 3.2 Individual Courses are activated upon parental request based on the teacher's availability. Specifically regarding the music lessons for individual courses, these cannot be canceled or moved outside the time agreed at the start of the year. Lessons missed for any reason, including health reasons, will not be refunded for any reason; in any case Ludum guarantees the possibility of two (2) make-up lessons to be held in June of each year. 3.3 Enrollment in Courses is done by completing the appropriate online form in the dedicated sections of the site to which Parents may freely access. 3.4 Parents and their delegates undertake to respect the start time of lessons, as well as to collect Students personally or through their delegates (with a delegation) at the end of lessons. 3.5 In case of absence of the teacher or any organizational impediment, the missed lessons will be recovered during the month of June of each year. 3.6 For the Afterschool Care service, as for the Courses, there is no right to refund or to recover days missed due to illness or for any other reason. 4. Payments and right of withdrawal 4.1 Parents undertake to pay the amounts that will be previously communicated and subsequently confirmed, within 7 days of receipt of the Course confirmation. 4.2 Payments can be made: - By bank transfer to Ludum S.r.l., IBAN IT65G0200801639000106339093, indicating in the purpose the name and surname of the Student and the designation of the Course and school year of reference (in this case a copy of the payment receipt must be sent by e-mail to Ludum). - At the secretaries of the individual schools via bank transfer, cheque, debit card, credit card or cash within the legal limits. - Online, through the “Shop ICS Milan”, accessible at shop.icsmilan.com/it/. 4.3 The enrollment fee includes participation in the extracurricular activities provided by the ICS training offer, excluding any personal equipment (e.g., uniforms, sports gear, etc.). 4.4 Parents may withdraw from the Contract at any time by sending a specific withdrawal notice by registered mail to Ludum S.r.l.; withdrawal does not exempt from payment of the full participation fee. 4.5 In any case, reimbursement of the amount already paid is not guaranteed in the event of withdrawal after the student has attended at least two (2) days of Course or Afterschool Care service. If withdrawal is communicated before the second day, ICS commits to refund 70% of the amount paid and will retain 30% to cover organizational costs. 4.6 Total or partial non-attendance, for illness or any other reason, does not exempt from payment of the total participation fee. 4.7 Failure to pay the enrollment fee in full or in part within the established terms results in automatic termination of the Contract with the consequent immediate cessation of the service, without prejudice to Ludum's right to pursue performance and damages. 5. Termination 5.1 Any health condition of the minor will not be considered valid grounds for termination of the Contract. 6. Privacy 6.1 In accordance with European Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR), the personal data provided by the parent will be collected by Ludum for the sole purposes of providing Courses under art. 6.1(b), in accordance with the Privacy notice received at registration. 7. Exceptions and disputes 7.1 These General Conditions may be amended in whole or in part only by measures taken by the legal representative. For any dispute arising from the execution and/or interpretation of these General Conditions of Contract, the Milan Court has exclusive jurisdiction, to the exclusion of any other forum. 8. Express acceptance 8.1 In accordance with industry practice for online contracts, Parents have had the opportunity to read carefully and store these General Conditions on a durable medium. 8.2 In particular, Parents were made aware of the conditions set out in Articles 3 (Enrollment in Courses and attendance), 4 (Payments and right of withdrawal) and 5 (Termination) of these General Conditions, which are expressly accepted pursuant to Articles 1341 and 1342 of the Italian Civil Code. Source: turn4view0	Admissions 1. Submit an Enquiry. Complete the Enquiry Form to request information about St. Louis School and book a personalised tour. The Admissions Team is ready to welcome prospective families and guide you through the process. You can indicate your preferred Campus to arrange a private tour of Archinto Campus, Caviglia Campus, or Colonna Campus. 2. Visit the School Campus. The Admissions Team will contact you to arrange a private tour of the school. Tours are arranged per your schedule and may involve meeting campus staff. The school operates on Archinto, Caviglia, and Colonna campuses in Milan. 3. Complete the Application Form. You will receive a unique link to access the online form. Please enclose a copy of your child's most recent school report and any other required documents. If you have questions, the Admissions Team can help clarify what's needed. 4. Assessment. From Year 1 upwards, parents/guardians must register for an assessment before enrolling their child. A non-refundable fee of €100 is payable to the school. We endeavour to inform parents of assessment results within 5 working days and will allocate places accordingly. 5. Acceptance. We endeavour to inform parents of assessment results within 5 working days and will allocate places at the school accordingly. Accepted families will receive details on the next steps to finalise enrollment. 6. Enrolment. Upon acceptance of a place at the school, parents will be asked to sign both the enrollment and School Regulation forms. This completes the admissions process for the chosen campus. 7. Admissions Team. The Head of Admissions is Barbara Grassi. Admissions Officers include Erin Hudson (Caviglia), Caterina Bassani (Colonna), and Sandra Mary Aitken (Archinto). They oversee intake and are available to respond to questions across the three Milan campuses.
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