Compare 3 international schools in Genoa, Italy. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 7,915), location, and more to find the right international school now.
Genoa’s international-school scene is small and centred on a handful of bilingual and IB-offering schools that serve expat and local families across early years to upper secondary, so you’ll usually be choosing between English-medium IB provision, bilingual Italian - English options and a long-established German-language school. The International School in Genoa offers the full IB continuum in English, other local schools combine IB and Cambridge pathways or follow a German curriculum delivered bilingually, with Italian taught alongside to meet national requirements. Annual fees vary by school and age but commonly fall in the mid-four-figure euro range; some local bilingual or state-linked options are noticeably less expensive than the private international schools. Admissions are typically organised around the September school year start, with places confirmed after an application, records review and language assessment, so families relocating should start enquiries several months ahead and be prepared to provide past school reports and proof of residence or guardianship.
Which curricula are available in Genoa’s international schools?
You will find the International Baccalaureate (PYP, MYP and DP) offered by at least one English-medium school in Genoa, alongside schools that combine IB with Cambridge secondary programmes and a historic German school that follows a German curriculum leading to the German international Abitur alongside the Italian maturità. Check each school’s website for which programmes are currently authorised or in candidate status, because programme coverage can differ between campuses.
What languages of instruction and language support can we expect?
English is the primary language at the city’s English-medium international school, while other local schools operate in Italian and English or in German and Italian; Italian language tuition is part of most programmes to meet national requirements and help children integrate locally. Schools commonly offer English or Italian as additional-language support and will run entry language screening and targeted EAL (English as an additional language) help for newcomers.
How much do these schools cost each year?
Fees vary by provider and by pupil age: published fee ranges for Genoa schools on independent school listings show mid-range annual fees for IB and bilingual international schools and lower published ranges for the German school, but exact amounts depend on year group, optional services and whether the school is not-for-profit. Always ask a school for the current fee schedule, what is included (meals, transport, exams, activities) and any one-off registration or confirmation fees before you budget.
When should a relocating family apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
Most international and bilingual schools in Genoa align with the Italian school year and start in September, so families moving internationally commonly begin enquiries and applications several months in advance; vacancy availability can vary by year group. Admissions typically require an application form, past school reports, proof of identity and residence, and a language assessment or interview; some schools also ask for an entrance test or trial days for older children.
What ages and stages do these schools cover?
Options in Genoa cover the full range from early years and primary through to secondary and pre-university years: the city’s English-medium IB school serves pre-school through upper secondary, Deledda and the German school both cover primary and secondary phases but with differing start ages and language structures. Verify the exact age bands with each school because the lower and upper age limits and the split between primary/middle/secondary vary between providers.
What should parents look for when comparing these schools?
Focus on curriculum alignment with your family’s long-term plans (for example whether you want an IB diploma, a German Abitur route, or an Italian pathway), the language of instruction and language-support provision, and practical matters such as location, transport, class sizes and whether the fee quote includes extracurriculars and meals. Ask for recent inspection or accreditation reports, examples of university destinations for graduates if relevant, and a clear outline of the admissions and fee-refund policies so there are no surprises after you enrol.
