Compare Italian Curriculum International Schools in Italy

Instructs in Italian, English

Ages 0 - 18 years

Fees €5,590 - 5,910

Type Co-educational

Alexandria International School is a private bilingual school in Alessandria, Italy, serving ages 0 to 18. The curriculum combines Italian national programs with a Cambridge international pathway, delivered by native‑speaking teachers. English is progressively integrated from early years, with up to 11 hours of weekly instruction, preparing students for Cambridge assessments alongside the Italian Esame di Stato del Primo Ciclo. The school joined the International Schools Partnership (ISP) in 2023, expanding international opportunities through ISP programs, intercultural activities, virtual exchanges, and summer programs. Cambridge recognition for the Liceo Scientifico (2019) and the introduction of Cambridge Lower Secondary for Middle School (2025) exemplify its international qualifications pathway. The 2025–2028 PTOF highlights project‑based learning, digital literacy, Content Language Integrated Learning, and Global Perspectives, all supported by personalized paths and a focus on European key competencies and global citizenship. The Alessandria campus features modern laboratories, spacious sports facilities, and an on‑site organic canteen.

Location

Via Don Luigi Orione, 1, Alessandria, Italy. The school is a private school (scuola paritaria) in Alessandria, offering education from early years to the Liceo Cambridge with an English-language emphasis. The campus is described as modern, with laboratories and extensive sports facilities. The school operates in Alessandria, in the Piemonte region.

Stages

Asilo Nido 6 months – 2 years; Sezione Primavera 2 – 3 years; Scuola dell'Infanzia 3 – 6 years; Scuola Primaria 6 – 11 years; Scuola Secondaria di I Grado 11 – 14 years; Liceo Scientifico Internazionale Cambridge 14 – 19 years; Liceo Scienze Umane op. Economico Sociale 14 – 19 years.

Type

Private school with bilingual English-language emphasis (private bilingual school)

Country affiliation

Italy

Bus service

The school provides a complete urban and interurban bus service covering much of the provincial area. The service is available for students aged 3 to 14 and is organized around entry and exit times with qualified assistants aboard to ensure safety. Internal minibuses support excursions within the city and province. There are three main routes: Novi Ligure – Serravalle – Arquata; Tortona; Valenza.

Application & registration fees

- Annual registration (Iscrizione annuale): EUR 550.00 for standard enrolment. EUR 350.00 registration fee available as an Open Day discount in applicable cases. For Asilo Nido and Sezione Primavera specific economic conditions are being applied for the upcoming year and are not presented as fixed amounts on the public fee schedule.

Tuition fees by school year (annual) — published 2025/26

- Scuola dell'Infanzia (3–6 years): Tuition (frequenza annuale) EUR 5,590.00 for departure at 16:30; EUR 6,435.00 for departure at 18:30. Annual registration EUR 550.00 (EUR 350.00 with Open Day discount). Payment may be split; see billing schedule.

- Scuola Primaria (6–11 years): Annual tuition EUR 5,590.00. Annual registration EUR 550.00 (EUR 350.00 Open Day discount). Payment may be split; see billing schedule.

- Scuola Secondaria di I Grado (11–14 years): Annual tuition EUR 5,590.00. Annual registration EUR 550.00 (EUR 350.00 Open Day discount). Payment may be split; see billing schedule.

- Liceo Scientifico Internazionale Cambridge (14–19 years): Annual tuition EUR 5,910.00. Annual registration EUR 550.00 (EUR 350.00 Open Day discount). Payment may be split; see billing schedule.

- Liceo delle Scienze Umane — opzione Economico‑Sociale (14–19 years): Annual tuition EUR 5,590.00 for classes 1–4; EUR 5,910.00 for class 5. Annual registration EUR 550.00 (EUR 350.00 Open Day discount). Payment may be split; see billing schedule.

Note: the published schedule shows annual tuition figures. Per‑term amounts are not published as fixed figures in the public fee schedule.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school publishes two primary payment options: (1) payment in 10 instalments via an interest‑free financing arrangement (to be requested/activated by 31 July) and (2) a single‑payment option with a 5% discount if communicated and paid by 31 July. Exact instalment dates and the formal financing agreement are handled through the school's billing/finance process.

- The fee pages list the availability of the 10‑installment, zero‑interest plan and the 5% early‑payment discount but do not publish an itemised per‑instalment calendar on the public page.

Boarding fees

- No boarding provision or boarding fees are published; the school's fee schedule and services list describe day‑school services (mensa, bus, doposcuola) and do not list any boarding accommodation or associated fees.

Additional costs and optional services

- School meals (mensa): EUR 6.50 per meal, charged based on actual consumption.

- Bus / transport: Annual transport fees published as follows — within the city: EUR 400.00 per year for a single route (one way) and EUR 800.00 per year for a round trip; outside the city: EUR 750.00 per year for a single route and EUR 1,500.00 per year for a round trip.

- After‑school programme (doposcuola): EUR 500.00 per year (service available on request).

- Uniforms: Cost of uniforms is not included in the registration fee; uniforms are ordered separately through the designated supplier. Returns and refunds for uniform items are handled via the Administrative Office and are processed by the supplier/school as described in the uniform supply communication (procedures for returns and refunds are provided and refunds are issued after return processing).

- Other potential costs (for example examinations, optional activities, specialist lessons or school trips) may apply but are not itemised in the headline tuition tables. The published fee page lists the main recurring and optional service charges above.

Sibling discounts and special rates

- Second child: 10% discount on the second child's tuition. The published note on sibling conditions indicates an annual registration amount shown as EUR 1,100 (reduced to EUR 700 with Open Day discount) in the sibling section of the fee page. The published sibling‑discount conditions also reference the same instalment and early‑payment concessions (10‑installments interest‑free and 5% single‑payment discount if completed by 31 July).

- Third child: 15% discount on the third child's tuition. The published note shows an annual fee figure listed as EUR 1,165, reduced to EUR 1,050 with the Open Day discount, together with the same instalment and single‑payment concessions (when applied by 31 July).

Refund information

- Uniforms: The uniform supply communication specifies a returns process and states that returned uniform items are refunded following return processing through the Administrative Office.

- Tuition / enrolment refunds: A specific line‑by‑line public tuition refund or tuition cancellation table is not published alongside the advertised tuition schedule and the school's publicly listed documents and policies. The fee schedule and the school's public document index do not present a separate, itemised tuition refund table on the publicly available pages. For example, the school's fee page and document repository list policies and downloadable documents but do not include a distinct tuition refund/cancellation table in the public fee materials.

Fee payment options (instruments)

- The published materials describe instalment and single‑payment arrangements (including an interest‑free 10‑installment option and a 5% single‑payment discount) but do not list the specific accepted payment instruments (for example, credit card, bank transfer, direct debit) on the public fee pages. The detailed payment method(s) are handled in the school's billing/administration process and are not itemised in the public fee summary.

Summary of applicability

- The figures above are the school's published annual registration and tuition amounts and the published optional service charges for the 2025/26 academic year; Asilo Nido and Sezione Primavera are noted as having specific / updated conditions for the upcoming year on the fee page. The school publishes instalment and early‑payment concessions as described. For uniform returns a clear refund process is published. A public, itemised tuition refund/cancellation table or a published per‑term instalment calendar is not presented in the publicly posted fee materials.

Curriculum

An advanced English-language curriculum from nursery to high school with native-speaking teachers at every level. The curriculum blends Italian national programs with a Cambridge international pathway. The bilingual approach progressively integrates English from early years, including up to 11 hours of weekly English instruction. Students obtain international certifications such as A2, B1 and IGCSE, recognized globally through the Cambridge framework. The school joined the International Schools Partnership (ISP), expanding international opportunities through ISP programs, including ILOS, virtual exchanges, summer programs, and intercultural activities. Cambridge recognition for the Liceo Scientifico (2019) and the introduction of Cambridge Lower Secondary for Middle School (2025) illustrate commitment to an international qualifications pathway. The 2025-2028 PTOF describes an innovative model that integrates the national curriculum with Cambridge International Pathway, supports Content Language Integrated Learning, project-based learning, STEM laboratories, Global Perspectives, and digital literacy, with personalized paths and a focus on European key competencies and global citizenship.

Exam Results

INVALSI results show above-average performance across primary and middle school. In 2023-24, Seconda Primaria Italian was 79.1% and Mathematics 79.9%, both above the Italian averages (67.5% and 56.1%). In 2023-24, Quinta Primaria Reading in English was 94.2% and Listening in English was 96.9%, both above Italian averages (73% and 72.5%). Secondary-level results also surpassed the Italian averages in multiple subjects.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Life competencies are a pillar of learning, developing essential social, emotional, and practical skills for success in studies, future careers, and personal life. The school supports social-emotional development through a bilingual learning environment and opportunities for collaboration. After-school provision supports study and offers creative activities to foster passions and social interaction in a safe environment. Native-speaking teachers work alongside Italian teachers to ensure an authentic educational experience, continuity, and strong language development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school recognizes that some students require greater attention for reasons of educational needs, gender, religion or orientation, and acts accordingly to protect them.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school offers an enhanced English-language program with bilingual learning from early years, immersing students in two languages from early childhood and introducing a third language in secondary school. Native-speaking teachers work alongside Italian teachers to ensure an authentic educational experience.

Mental Wellbeing

Fresh meals are prepared in an internal biologically certified kitchen to support physical and mental well-being. The school also fosters a safe environment that supports students' mental well-being.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding and student wellbeing are central. All staff, consultants, and suppliers share this commitment, and safeguarding concerns are addressed promptly to protect students. The safeguarding team comprises Rosemary Juma and Stefano Pietronave as safeguarding and student welfare leads. Safeguarding principles include prioritizing wellbeing; right to protection; safety at school; cultivating autonomy; adult responsibility; constructive collaboration; the best interests of the student; and inclusive protection. Download our safeguarding policy.

Admissions

01 Contact the Admissions Office. The Admissions team evaluates entry requirements, presents the educational offering, and provides information on the costs of services chosen. The Admissions team is available year‑round to support families during the application process. Benedetta Cartasegna is the Head of Admissions who leads this team.

02 Meet us. Book a dedicated meeting to discuss the student's educational path. You can attend a school tour to experience the environment first‑hand. The school also offers the possibility of a trial day in class to experience the teaching method.

03 Enrollment and formalization. Enrollment is formalized by completing the enrollment form with the student's personal, family, and academic data, and by signing the billing contract, which includes the enrollment fee. This step formalizes the enrollment and assigns the student to the appropriate program.

04 Submit documentation. Provide all required documents. If transferring from a foreign school, translations of the school documents into Italian are required.

05 Welcome aboard. Welcome to Alexandria International School. Join the school community; every day is an opportunity to learn, explore, and pursue the future with curiosity and passion. The Head of Admissions supports families to find the best educational path.

Scholarships

Horizons offers scholarships from 50% to 100% of tuition and school fees. It is available to primary and lower secondary students within the Alexandria International School network – part of International Schools Partnership. Applicants must have an academic record with an average of 8.5 or higher, a strong school trajectory, good conduct, and a compelling rationale for the scholarship. Required materials include: a transcript and a behavior report; a video or written statement by the student explaining interest in the school and the scholarship; a declaration of guardians' circumstances; and income proofs and letters of recommendation may be requested. The scholarship is subject to seat availability and is renewable annually, contingent on meeting terms, including maintaining an average at or above the entry requirement, positive conduct, timely payments, attendance above 90%, and participation in extracurriculars. The school reserves the right to award the scholarship and may revoke it for non‑compliance. Applicants apply via the 'Candidati qui' link. The scholarship may include a waiver of the enrollment fee.

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European School Brindisi

Instructs in Italian, English

Fees €4,458 - 8,358

Pupils 875

Type Co-educational

European School Brindisi is an accredited European School delivering a bilingual, cross-border education across two linked sites. The first cycle (early years to lower secondary) is hosted by Centro di Brindisi, while the upper cycle is based at Liceo Fermi-Monticelli. The school offers the European Baccalaureate, the Italian Curriculum, and Cambridge Secondary, and operates in two language sections: Italophone (Italian mother tongue) and Anglophone (English mother tongue). It ends with uniform European exams that certify the European Baccalaureate. The four-year upper secondary program allows a personalized path, with optional subjects in the first biennium (Latin, Law, Music, Art, Informatics, L4) and a student-designed focus in the second biennium. Facilities include 12 laboratories, an auditorium per campus, wired classrooms with touch monitors, and a dining area. The two adjacent buildings, Monticelli and Belluzzi, are connected by a garden. The Liceo Sports track collaborates with CONI, and Data Science/AI tracks are offered.

Location

Located in Brindisi, Italy. Address: Via Brandi 14-22, 72100 Brindisi. It hosts the European High School with Italophone and Anglophone sections, and offers the Cambridge International Liceo track.

Stages

Nursery; Primary (P1-P5); Secondary (S1-S7); Cambridge International Liceo option

Type

European High School with two language sections (Italophone and Anglophone); Primary cycle at Istituto Comprensivo Centro di Brindisi and secondary cycle at Liceo

Country affiliation

Italy

School day structure

Lessons run Monday to Friday; each period lasts 45 minutes; up to eight periods per day (five in the morning and three after lunch); school ends at 16:10.

Application and registration fees

- There is a mandatory advance enrolment deposit equal to 25% of the annual school fee for Category III pupils; this 25% deposit is required to confirm admission or continued admission and is non‑refundable.

Tuition fees by cycle (annual amounts for Category III pupils, school year 2026/27)

- Nursery (Scuola dell'infanzia): EUR 4,457.80 per year for Category III pupils newly enrolled from 2013/2014 onwards.
- Primary (Scuola primaria): EUR 6,129.55 per year for Category III pupils newly enrolled from 2013/2014 onwards.
- Secondary (Lower & Upper/European Baccalaureate cycles): EUR 8,358.46 per year for Category III pupils newly enrolled from 2013/2014 onwards.

Sibling reductions (Category III)

- 20% reduction applies to the first sibling; 40% reduction applies to all following siblings (applies to annual tuition).

Per‑term / invoicing breakdown and how fees are billed

- Deposit (first invoice): 25% of the annual fee — payable before June 30 (payment of the 25% advance is mandatory and non‑refundable). Example 25% amounts shown in invoicing documents: Nursery EUR 1,114.45; Primary EUR 1,532.39; Secondary EUR 2,089.62. The 25% invoice is typically issued at the end of May. Normal invoice payment term is 30 days.
- Balance (second invoice): the remaining 75% of the annual fee is normally invoiced and due before November 30.
- Instalment option for the October invoice: upon written request to the Director before October 15, the October invoice (the 75% balance) can be deferred and split into three instalments; each instalment equals 25% of the annual fee (i.e., deposit 25% + three instalments of 25% each = 100%). Instalment due dates when accepted are: 1) before October 31, 2) before January 31, and 3) before March 31. Requests for instalments must be submitted each school year by the date specified.

(Example per‑term arithmetic for newly enrolled Category III pupils, 2026/27)

- Nursery annual EUR 4,457.80 → 25% deposit EUR 1,114.45 → remaining 75% EUR 3,343.35 (due on the stated schedule or split as permitted).
- Primary annual EUR 6,129.55 → 25% deposit EUR 1,532.39 → remaining 75% EUR 4,597.16.
- Secondary annual EUR 8,358.46 → 25% deposit EUR 2,089.62 → remaining 75% EUR 6,268.84.

Billing notes and administrative procedures

- Invoices are sent by e‑mail to the billing contact designated in the school system; normal payment terms are 30 days from invoice date. Cash payments are not accepted under the invoicing rules used.

Other mandatory and additional fees (examples and typical amounts)

- Nursery: school insurance EUR 7; printing (paper/digital) EUR 25; school diary EUR 10; voluntary Whole School Creative Development contribution EUR 5.
- Primary: school insurance EUR 7; printing EUR 29; Intermath contribution EUR 30; school diary EUR 10; voluntary Whole School Creative Development contribution EUR 5.
- Secondary: school insurance EUR 7; printing EUR 35; school diary EUR 7.40; extracurricular activities contribution EUR 70; voluntary Whole School Creative Development contribution EUR 5.
- Additional project/subject fees (examples): Mediterranean World book EUR 23; Music project (for enrolled pupils) EUR 535.
- European Baccalaureate (S7) specific fees: European Baccalaureate registration fee EUR 108.10; additional examination registration (where requested) EUR 40.50. Management of university application files (if requested) is charged (short file EUR 130; long file EUR 260). These items are charged in the invoicing cycle indicated and are usually non‑refundable.

Boarding / residential provision

- Boarding / residential accommodation is not provided as a feeed service for this school; no boarding fee schedule applies. The school is listed and operated as an accredited European day school.

Refunds and non‑refundability

- The 25% advance deposit is non‑refundable. Other mandatory charges and certain project fees are also non‑refundable as invoiced. Refunds and pro‑rata arrangements are handled according to the school's invoicing rules and the General Rules applicable to European Schools; unpaid balances at the end of the school year can affect continued enrolment.

Fee payment methods and practical payment details

- Bank transfer (wire transfer) is the published payment method for the European Schools invoicing system; invoices typically direct payment by wire transfer. Cash payments are not accepted.
- The local school provides an IBAN for payments to the Istituto (bank details are published in the school contact information); Italy's school payment platform (Pago in Rete / PagoPA) is the national system used for school payments and is mandatory for payments to Italian schools under current rules, so families should expect either bank transfer instructions or Pago in Rete / PagoPA payment notices as applicable.

Summary points for parents (concise)

- Annual Category III tuition (2026/27): Nursery EUR 4,457.80; Primary EUR 6,129.55; Secondary EUR 8,358.46.
- A non‑refundable deposit equal to 25% of the annual tuition is required (payments due before June 30). The balance is due in the autumn or may be split into three instalments if a timely written request is accepted.
- Additional mandatory small fees (insurance, printing, diaries) and specific project/exam fees are invoiced separately and are typically non‑refundable.
- No boarding service or boarding fees apply; expect to pay by bank transfer or via the national Pago in Rete/PagoPA system.

Admissions

1. Information and inquiries: For information and requests, contact Rosa Modarelli, orientation referent; Ezio Vinci, European High School referent; Angela Tarì, referent for the Liceo Scientifico with sport orientation. This team provides guidance on programs and admissions. A one‑to‑one consultation with school teachers can be booked by emailing orientamento@fermimonticelli.com.

2. Orientation initiatives and Open Days: Orientation initiatives are offered, including Orienta‑Day. Open Day Primo ciclo (perimeter ordinario and Scuola Europea), Open Day scuola primaria (perimeter ordinario and Scuola Europea), and Open Day secondaria 1° grado and European Lower School are available. Attending these events helps families understand the curriculum and school life.

3. Published admission criteria: Criteria of precedence and admission are published for all orders and levels. The 2026/2027 school year criteria were approved by the Extraordinary Commissioner (delibera n. 25 of 27.12.2024) and modified by delibera n.71 of 07.11.2025. Attachments include PDFs named "Criteri di precedenza accoglimento delle domande di iscrizione per l'a.s. 26-27", "REV_Criteri di precedenza accoglimento delle domande di iscrizione per l'a.s. 25-26", and "Criteri di precedenza accoglimento delle domande di iscrizione per l'a.s. 23-24".

4. Submitting the application: Submit enrollment applications according to the official admission procedures published by the school. The process applies to all orders and levels. Details are provided in the published criteria attachments.

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Liceo STEAM International - Bologna Campus

Instructs in Italian, English

Pupils 101

Type Co-educational

Located in Bologna, Liceo STEAM International – Bologna Campus is a private, state-recognized Liceo Scientifico with an Applied Sciences option. It offers an Italian curriculum integrated with Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels. The academic year runs 34 weeks (1,224 hours) with at least 50% of lessons in English, five days a week (7 hours Mon–Thu, 6 hours Fri). The study plan is organized in two two-year blocks: Base Biennium (GCSE-equivalent) and Advanced Biennium (A-Level), plus 300 hours of work-based learning to connect theory with practice. The maturità is a four-year program culminating in the Italian state exams for university admission. Cambridge English certifications in Mathematics (mandatory) and Physics (optional) are offered in collaboration with Cambridge International. Facilities include classrooms with mobile desks and one science laboratory at Via Nosadella 47. Extracurriculars include Action Learning Labs (Mecha, Bit, Life, Social) and Arts offering with Kingsters' Art Club; Erasmus accreditation is pursued.

Location

Located in Bologna, Italy. Address: Via Nosadella, 47, Bologna. The Bologna campus operates as Liceo Steam International, a private school recognized by the Emilia Romagna Regional School Office and by MIUR. It collaborates with Cambridge Assessment International Education.

Stages

Upper secondary (Liceo) level; four-year quadriennale LICEO STEAM INTERNATIONAL program.

Type

Private, state-recognized Liceo Steam International.

Country affiliation

Italy

Application fees and registration charges
- Test registration fee: EUR 50 payable to register for the entrance test.
- Pre‑enrolment (deposit) required to confirm a place for first‑year entrants: EUR 550 (this amount is treated as part of the annual tuition for Year 1). For some selection rounds the school issues a single payment instruction by bank transfer for the test and/or pre‑enrolment.

Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts and composition)
- Year 1 (Classe prima): Annual total EUR 7,000, itemised as:
- EUR 50 for the entrance test,
- EUR 550 pre‑enrolment (deposit),
- EUR 6,400 balance referred to as "saldo retta annuale".
- Year 2 (Classe seconda): Annual total EUR 7,000 (single annual amount).
- Years 3 and 4 (Classi terza e quarta): Annual total EUR 6,700.

Per‑term (example) breakdowns
- The school publishes annual tuition amounts. As an example only, if a family prefers a simple per‑term view and the annual fee were divided into three equal instalments, the amounts would be approximately:
- Year 1: EUR 7,000 ÷ 3 = EUR 2,333.33 per term (annual total EUR 7,000).
- Year 2: EUR 7,000 ÷ 3 = EUR 2,333.33 per term (annual total EUR 7,000).
- Years 3–4: EUR 6,700 ÷ 3 = EUR 2,233.33 per term (annual total EUR 6,700).
These per‑term figures are a straightforward division of the published annual fees for quick budgeting; the school's published amounts remain the annual totals above.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The application/test fee (EUR 50) is payable at the time of registering for the entrance test. The pre‑enrolment deposit (e.g., EUR 550 for first‑year entry) is payable to confirm a place once the candidate is declared eligible. The remaining annual balance is described as the "saldo retta annuale" and is payable to complete the annual tuition payment. Exact invoice dates and the school's instalment schedule are issued by the school at enrolment.

Payment methods and banking details
- The school accepts payment by bank transfer; the selection and admission notices give a specific account and IBAN (Carisbo – Intesa Sanpaolo) for payment of the test fee and pre‑enrolment. Parents commonly submit the bank transfer receipt to the school as proof of payment. No public statement indicating wide acceptance of card or other payment methods is provided alongside the transfer instructions.

Boarding or residential fees
- There is no boarding program or boarding fee listed as part of the tuition for the Bologna campus. School trips and sporting outings are listed as included in some school activities but any costs specifically for meals or accommodation on external trips are excluded and payable separately by families.

Other costs and fees (items not included in the tuition)
- Not included in the annual tuition and therefore additional to the amounts above:
- IGCSE exam registration fees (where applicable),
- school textbooks and learning materials,
- fees for national State‑exam registration / maturity exam fees and diploma issuance charges,
- costs for study trips or residential excursions (costs for vitto e alloggio when applicable).
- Items included in the published tuition: assigned laptop for student use, laboratory coats (camici), school polo shirt with school logo, use of a personal locker, access to certain supervised afternoon study and enrichment activities.

Refund and cancellation provisions (applicable items)
- The entrance test fee (EUR 50) is refunded to candidates who do not pass the entrance test; conversely, when a candidate passes the test but does not complete the pre‑enrolment step the test fee or other small administrative charges may be retained as an administrative reimbursement, as described in the school's selection notices. The pre‑enrolment deposit is treated as part of the tuition when a place is confirmed. Families should note that specific refund rules for pre‑enrolment and tuition are governed by the school's admission and enrolment rules and by the payment deadlines communicated at enrolment.

Summary of key figures for budgeting
- Year 1 (Classe prima): EUR 7,000 total (EUR 50 test + EUR 550 pre‑enrolment + EUR 6,400 balance).
- Year 2 (Classe seconda): EUR 7,000 total.
- Years 3–4 (Classi terza e quarta): EUR 6,700 total.

If you need these figures presented in a different currency or as fixed instalment schedules for a database import, those conversions and schedules can be computed from the annual amounts above.

Curriculum

The curriculum runs 34 weeks and 1,224 hours of instruction per year, with at least 50% of classes conducted in English, over five days (excluding Saturday). Classes run 7 hours Monday through Thursday and 6 hours on Friday. The study plan is modeled on the Cambridge English curriculum and is divided into two two-year blocks: Base Biennium (equivalent to GCSE) and Advanced Biennium (equivalent to A-Level), including 300 hours of work-based learning (half during school hours, half in a summer internship) to ensure continuity between theory and practice. The maturità is a four-year program and allows students to take a state examination analogous to Italian five-year science high schools (a fundamental prerequisite for admission to any Italian or foreign university). The program also offers Cambridge English certifications in Mathematics (mandatory) and Physics (optional), in collaboration with Cambridge International.

Gifted and Talented

The school is available to assess personalized study pathways within the limits of the program.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Core values are Responsibility, Cooperation, Autonomy, Initiative, and Organisation. The school fosters motivation and a sense of belonging, with students taking ownership of their choices and work as part of improving the world. Teamwork and solidarity are emphasised to achieve results together with tolerance and determination. Autonomy, self-discipline, persistence, initiative, and structured time management are cultivated to meet goals and adapt to challenges.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school conducts at least 50% of lectures and activities in English. The study plan is modeled on the Cambridge English curriculum. The program is divided into BASIC TWO-YEAR PERIOD (equivalent to GCSE) and ADVANCED TWO-YEAR PERIOD (equivalent to A-Level), the latter including 300 hours of school-work alternation with summer internships. Final exams include the A-Level English exams in cooperation with Cambridge International, and the State Exams for access to university.

Safeguarding

Liceo Steam International must guarantee health and safety protection in accordance with current regulations. Everyone must protect their own and other people's health and safety by maintaining personal hygiene and workplace cleanliness and by reporting to the Principal/School Administration any elements useful for prevention. Students are informed about the correct behavior in the working environment and must respect equipment and accident prevention and safety regulations; in contexts requiring PPE, students must wear the appropriate protective equipment, and students without PPE will be removed from laboratories. In the event of an accident, the student must immediately inform the teacher.

Admissions

Enrollment at Liceo STEAM International Bologna campus must be formalized through the Ministry of Education portal. For the Bologna campus, the entrance selection criteria for the 2026-2027 school year apply to students enrolled in the third year of middle school in the 2025-2026 school year. For the Carpi campus, the entrance selection criteria apply for the 2026-27 school year (for students enrolled in the third year of middle school in the 2025-26 school year). Tuition rates and annual fees are listed for multiple school years, including 2020-21 through 2026-27. The page references a pre-enrollment request for the 2022/2023 school year. Contact information is provided for both campuses: Bologna, Via Nosadella 47, 40123 Bologna, Tel. 051 3178199, segreteria@steamschoolemilia.it; Carpi, Via Corbolani 1/A, 41012 Carpi, Tel. 059 5180319, carpi@steamschoolemilia.it.

Scholarships

Bologna campus awards six scholarships totaling €26,000 each, to be disbursed in four annual installments of €6,500, subject to enrollment and attendance in the Liceo STEAM International Bologna and compliance with the requirements in Article 2. Beneficiaries are students who in the 2025-2026 school year will be in the last year of the first cycle and intend to pre-enroll in Liceo STEAM International Bologna for the 2026-2027 school year, meeting the following requirements: (1) have passed the second year of middle school with a final average of at least 8/10; (2) have passed the selection test at Liceo Steam International; (3) achieve an overall score not less than 18/30 when combining the two criteria above; (4) belong to a family with an ISEE 2024 not exceeding €35,000. The application must be written, signed by the parents, addressed to the President of Steam School S. Cons. a r.l., and delivered in person to the Liceo Steam International Bologna office at Via Nosadella 47, Bologna, or sent via PEC to steamschoolscarl@legalmail.it, by June 16, 2025, including: the final evaluation document for the second year of middle school, ISEE for the family, and copies of IDs. Award decisions are made based on a merit ranking; in case of ties, the lower ISEE wins. The ranking is published on the Liceo Steam International site (News) by June 18, 2025. The award is final with no right of appeal; disbursement is arranged by Steam and subject to tax rules; personal data are processed under GDPR. A scoring sheet determines the award, with a total score out of 30 derived from the title score and the test score; a minimum of 18/30 is required. The title score depends on the final average from the second year (8.00-9.00 maps to 15-18 points; 9.00-9.60 maps to 18 points; 9.60-10.00 maps to 20 points) and the test score (60-65 maps to 1 point; 66-70 to 3; 71-75 to 5; 76-80 to 7; 81-90 to 9; 91-100 to 10). The document also notes the existence of an attachment detailing the scoring criteria.

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Liceo STEAM International - Parma Campus

Instructs in English, Italian

Fees €6,000 - 7,000

Pupils 74

Type Co-educational

Liceo STEAM International – Parma Campus is a four-year high school in Parma, Italy, delivering a Cambridge International curriculum alongside the Italian system. The program features Base (GCSE-equivalent) and Avanzato (A-Level–equivalent) phases, runs 36 weeks per year and 1,224 hours of lessons and activities, with at least 50% of teaching in English across five days. The quadriennale curriculum culminates in Cambridge A-Levels and the Italian Esame di Stato, enabling university admission worldwide. The Parma campus was established with the support of Università di Parma and regional industry partners, and adopts a Human Centered Design approach with problem-based learning and experiential pedagogy, delivering half of the curriculum in English. Facilities include a STEAM space with laboratory and library, science and robotics labs, art facilities, a gym and cafeteria, a synthetic five-a-side pitch, and 62 bathrooms. Extracurriculars feature the Action Learning Lab, cross-sector projects with universities and industry, and activities such as Lego League and F1 in School.

Location

Parma campus is located at Via Brigate Julia, 2, 43123 Parma PR. It is the Liceo STEAM International Parma, established by Proges Educa Impresa Sociale, with academic support from Giuseppe Veronesi Istituto Paritario di Istruzione scolastica e di Formazione professionale.

Stages

A four-year international high school program. It leads to Cambridge A-Levels and to the Italian Maturità (state exam) one year earlier than typical Italian schools.

Additional learning support

Special classrooms for student support (Sostegno) for learners with additional learning needs.

Country affiliation

Italy

Application / Admission fees
- Test / entrance fee: EUR 50 (paid by bank transfer at time of registration for the entrance test).
- Pre‑enrolment (quota di preiscrizione) for new first‑year students (academic year 2026/27): EUR 950 (the pre‑enrolment component is combined with the test fee and any applicable stamp duty at the stages described under Billing schedule). For 2025/26 the pre‑enrolment amount was EUR 550.

Tuition fees by school year (annual amounts and component breakdown)
- Academic year 2026/27 (published annual amounts):
- Year 1 (first year): EUR 7,000 total, composed of:
- EUR 50 (test/entrance fee),
- EUR 950 (pre‑enrolment),
- EUR 6,000 (balance / saldo of the annual fee).
- Years 2 and 3: EUR 7,000 per year.
- Year 4: EUR 6,700 per year.

- Academic year 2025/26 (published annual amounts, for reference if 2026/27 not available):
- Year 1: EUR 7,000 total, composed of:
- EUR 50 (test),
- EUR 550 (pre‑enrolment),
- EUR 6,400 (saldo).
- Year 2: EUR 7,000 per year.
- Years 3 and 4: EUR 6,700 per year.

Per‑term / instalment detail
- Tuition figures are published as annual amounts and as the components shown above (entrance test, pre‑enrolment, and the annual balance). The school's published information sets out those annual totals and the required pre‑enrolment/test payments; specific per‑term invoice amounts are not provided in the published fee schedules.

Billing schedule and payment terms (key steps and deadlines shown in published materials)
- Entrance test registration: the EUR 50 test fee must be paid by bank transfer when sending the registration request for the test; the bank account details and IBAN are provided for payment of the test fee. If a candidate does not pass the test, the EUR 50 is refunded; if a candidate passes the test but does not complete pre‑enrolment, the EUR 50 may be retained as a secretarial/administrative charge.
- Pre‑enrolment window for successful candidates: successful candidates pay the pre‑enrolment amount (the published pre‑enrolment figure varies by year, see figures above) within the fixed dates announced for that admission round; places are then allocated in order of priority and arrival within the published window. If no final place is available by the stated waiting‑list cut‑off date, the pre‑enrolment amount is refunded in the circumstances set out in the selection notices.
- Formal enrolment and registration: enrolment must be formalized within the deadline published for the academic year; published selection documentation for entry rounds shows a registration step by mid‑January in the admission calendar with a specified registration payment amount to complete enrolment. The remaining annual balance (the “saldo” shown in the annual fee schedule) is identified as the outstanding part of the annual tuition.
- Exact invoice dates, the number of instalments accepted for the balance, and installment due dates are determined administratively and announced during finalization of enrolment; families are required to follow the school's formal invoicing and payment instructions at registration.

Boarding / residence (vitto e alloggio)
- Boarding / convitto is not listed as a standard part of the school's tuition fee schedule; no boarding fee schedule is published in the school's standard annual fee documents. Costs for meals and accommodation related to specific school trips or residential activities are excluded from the annual tuition and are charged separately if applicable.

Other costs and additional fees
- Items explicitly included in the annual tuition (where published): mandatory insurance and INAIL coverage, staffing and utilities, upkeep and updating of laboratory equipment and didactic tools, access to a student listening service, certain supervised afternoon study sessions and enhancement courses, the afternoon preparation course for IGCSE Mathematics, participation in student clubs, participation in selected national and international competitions, use of the laptop issued to each student (in comodato d'uso), laboratory coats, one school polo shirt with the school logo, and use of a personal locker.
- Items explicitly excluded from the annual tuition (charged separately): registration fees for IGCSE examination sessions, textbooks, registration and tax charges for state final exams (maturità) and diploma issuance, study trips and educational excursions (and any related costs for meals and accommodation). Families should expect separate charges for exam registration and for educational trips.
- Any additional school services (for example extended hours, specific optional extracurricular offerings, or paid residential activities) will be billed separately according to the school's published tariffs or event notices.

Refund information
- Entrance test fee refund: the entrance test fee of EUR 50 is refundable to candidates who do not pass the test. For candidates who pass the test but then do not complete pre‑enrolment, the test fee may be retained as an administrative charge according to the published selection rules.
- Pre‑enrolment refund on waiting list: if a candidate remains on the waiting list and no place becomes available by the published waiting‑list cut‑off date, the paid pre‑enrolment amount is refunded under the conditions set out in the selection notices. Published admission documents give the specific dates and refund conditions for each admission round.
- Other refund scenarios (early withdrawal after formal enrolment, partial refunds, penalties) are regulated by the school's enrolment and financial regulations and are handled according to the terms set out at the time of formal enrolment. Specific refund rules and any administrative retention amounts are stated in the school's enrollment/selection documentation.

Fee payment options
- Bank transfer: bank transfer is the documented method for test registration and for other fee payments; the school provides an IBAN for payments (payments for test registration in published selection notices are made by bonifico to the school's Carisbo / Intesa San Paolo account — the IBAN is published in the selection documentation accompanying admission notices).
- Other payment methods (credit card, PagoPA, direct debit, etc.) are not detailed in the standard published fee documents; families should follow the school's invoicing instructions provided at enrolment for any alternative payment options accepted in a given year.

Summary of the most relevant numeric figures (academic year 2026/27)
- Year 1 (first year) total tuition: EUR 7,000 (EUR 50 test + EUR 950 pre‑enrolment + EUR 6,000 balance).
- Year 2 and Year 3: EUR 7,000 per year.
- Year 4: EUR 6,700 per year.

(Where admission documentation for a specific campus or admission round lists calendar dates and payment instructions, those dates and the bank details should be observed exactly when completing enrolment.)

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Anthropocentrism, Freedom, and Creativity are the school's core pillars, with the student at the center of learning. The approach emphasizes problem solving, autonomy, and responsibility, supporting students to develop critical thinking and collaboration. Teaching is experiential and hands-on, blending humanistic meanings and scientific methods through advanced technology. The Human Centered Design methodology guides problem solving and project-based learning, with 50% of the curriculum delivered in English. Instruction alternates between study and laboratory activities and fosters close engagement with companies and the broader production world, challenging students to interface and grow. The mission is to educate active and fulfilled individuals capable of navigating a hyper‑complex world.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

A BES (special educational needs) and inclusion framework is in place, with a dedicated BES and inclusion referent: Umberto D'Amario. A Tutor Pedagogico and roles for Orientation/Tutor and Coordinamento Pedagogico e Formazione Scuola‑Lavoro support students. The school identifies specific learning needs and develops PEI (Individualized Educational Plan) and PDP (Personalized Didactic Plan). Resources and staff are organized to support BES and inclusive practices, including dedicated spaces and planning. Families are involved in inclusion planning and collaboration with health and social services. An antibullying and safeguarding orientation is integrated, with psychologists and other external partners engaged to support student welfare.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school is recognized as a Cambridge International School, with 50% of the curriculum delivered in English. It offers Cambridge qualifications, including IGCSE and A-level certificates in Maths, Global Perspectives, and English. The language pathway supports international credentialing and the use of English as a vehicular language for a substantial portion of instruction.

Mental Wellbeing

A BES inclusion referent and a Tutor Pedagogico support student wellbeing and inclusive education. The antibullying referent coordinates the Team Antibullismo and Emergency, building alliances with territorial and regional partners and engaging psychologists, police, social workers, and pedagogists. There is an emphasis on developing social-emotional skills through collaborative projects and ongoing guidance. Partnerships with universities and local organizations enhance access to wellbeing resources and support services. The school fosters a supportive community focused on the holistic development and motivation of students.

Safeguarding

A Code of Honor is in place, along with an antibullying team and emergency coordination. The antibullying team works with territorial and regional Referents and engages external agencies (psychologists, police, social workers, pedagogists, etc.) to safeguard students. The BES inclusion framework and inclusion coordinator support safeguarding and the early identification of needs, including PEI and PDP planning. The school maintains formal partnerships with local authorities and external bodies to promote student protection, and staff development supports ongoing safeguarding practices.

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Liceo Espanol Cervantes

Instructs in Spanish, Italian, English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees €2,183 - 2,387

Pupils 340

Type Co-educational

The Liceo Español Cervantes de Roma is a state-owned center delivering Spanish and Italian diplomas for students 3–18. It sits on the Gianicolo. Campus includes Infant, Primaria, ESO and Bachillerato spaces, Italian/Latin language rooms, science labs (Physics, Chemistry and Biology), an Art classroom, two computer labs and Rafael Alberti Library. The school operates as an external center under the Spanish Ministry of Education, offering the Spanish curriculum with Italian language and history in a bilingual environment. The curriculum comprises Educación Infantil, Primaria, Educación Secundaria Obligatoria and Bachillerato, with Infantil hours devoted to Growth in Harmony, Discovery and Exploration of Environment, and Communication of Reality, totaling 27.5 hours weekly. Post-obligatory pathways include Bachillerato and University scholarships for 2026–27. Distinctive features include Erasmus+, English immersion in grade 6, and exchanges, with emphasis on Spanish language and culture through Rome collaborations. Sports facilities include two gyms and access to Centro deportivo Roma Uno.

Application fees
- No separate application or non‑refundable admission fee is listed. The admissions and enrolment process requires payment of the school quotas (cuota por servicios and, for non‑exempt students, cuota de enseñanza) at the times specified below.

Tuition and service fees by school stage (academic year 2026/27)
- Educación Infantil (3, 4 and 5 years):
- Cuota por servicios (annual): EUR 472 (Infantil 3 años) or EUR 423 (Infantil 4 y 5 años) as applicable.
- Cuota de enseñanza (annual): EUR 2,387.
- Payment schedule for the teaching fee: two instalments — 60% first instalment (EUR 1,432) and 40% second instalment (EUR 955).

- Educación Primaria, Educación Secundaria Obligatoria (ESO) and Bachillerato:
- Cuota por servicios (annual): EUR 397.
- Cuota de enseñanza (annual): EUR 2,183.
- Payment schedule for the teaching fee: two instalments — 60% first instalment (EUR 1,310) and 40% second instalment (EUR 873).

Per‑term / instalment detail and billing schedule
- Cuotas por servicios (service fees): payment window for 2026/27 was set from 13 April to 30 April 2026. These are billed/collected as a separate item from the teaching fee.
- Cuotas de enseñanza (teaching/tuition fees): two instalments with the following schedule for 2026/27:
- First instalment (60%): payable from 13 April to 30 April 2026 (amounts shown above).
- Second instalment (40%): payable from 1 January to 31 January 2027 (amounts shown above).

Reductions, exemptions and sibling discounts
- Cuotas por servicios: families with three or more enrolled children receive a 50% reduction for the third and fourth enrolled child. For large families composed entirely of Spanish or EU nationals the reductions are: up to four children — 50% reduction; five or more children — 100% reduction.
- Cuotas de enseñanza: for large families with three or more children enrolled at the centre the reductions on the teaching fee are applied by order of enrolment: second sibling 25%; third sibling 50%; remaining siblings 75%. Specific reduced instalment amounts are published in the fee circular.
- Ethnicity/nationality treatment: the centre functions as a publicly‑owned Spanish centre; published information notes that Spanish nationals only pay the service quota (i.e., they are not charged the teaching quota).

Boarding/Residency
- The Liceo Español Cervantes operates as a day school; no boarding or residential accommodation and no boarding fee are listed among the centre's services.

Other costs and recurring charges
- School meals (comedor): the standard menu price reported for regular users is EUR 7.58 per meal. Fixed (monthly) users are billed in advance (billing cycles are described on the comedor page) and payments for the comedor invoice must be made within five days of receipt; refunds for fixed diners are possible for justified absences of at least five working days and are credited on the following invoice.
- Textbooks and materials: a published list of required textbooks and materials is issued for the 2026/27 academic year; families are generally responsible for purchasing required books and materials. Financial aid programs for textbook/material acquisition are publicly announced and applied for according to the published calls.
- Extra‑curricular activities, school trips and optional services: such activities are charged separately when offered; costs vary by activity and are invoiced according to each activity's terms. Parents are informed of activity fees through the centre's standard administrative communications.
- Uniforms: no mandatory school uniform or a listed uniform fee is indicated in the centre's documentation and service listings.

Refunds and cancellations
- The published fee circular for 2026/27 states that amounts paid are not refundable: “En ningún caso procederá la devolución de las cantidades abonadas.” Refund or cancellation exceptions are limited to specific services (for example, the comedor refund policy for justified absences described above).

Fee payment options and banking details
- The published payment method for both the service fees and the teaching fees is bank transfer (bonifico bancario) to the specified accounts at BANCO BPM (Banca Popolare di Novara). The circular gives two IBANs and SWIFT codes: one IBAN for the Centro docente account (used for cuotas por servicios) and another IBAN for Precios Públicos por Servicios Educativos (used for cuotas de enseñanza). The circular provides the full IBANs and the SWIFT BIC. Payments must be made within the published payment windows; families must be up to date with previous year payments (including comedor) to formalize enrolment.

Important administrative notes (payment compliance)
- Matriculation/continuity for pupils already enrolled is conditional on being current with payment of all required quotas and the comedor for the previous school year; otherwise matriculation may be withheld until outstanding amounts are settled. The fee circular and the admissions instructions set the payment windows and conditions.

Curriculum

The school offers four education stages: Educación Infantil, Educación Primaria, Educación Secundaria Obligatoria (ESO), and Bachillerato (Liceo). In Educación Infantil, the curriculum centers on three core areas: Growth in Harmony (7 hours in three-, four-, and five-year groups with 7, 6.5 and 6.5 hours respectively), Discovery and Exploration of the Environment (6.25/6.5/6 hours), and Communication and Representation of Reality (7/7.25/7.25 hours). The country language is Italian and the introductory foreign language is English. Religious instruction is provided (0.75 hours) and recreation takes 2.5 hours, totaling 27.5 hours per week. There are 25 places offered for each age group (3, 4, and 5 years). The school publishes an "Oferta formativa" for Infantil, Primaria, ESO, and Bachillerato detailing curricular areas and weekly hours. The school provides post-obligatory opportunities (Bachillerato and University) with scholarships available for the 2026-27 academic year.

Higher Education Progression

Bachillerato and University-level post-obligatory studies are available; scholarships for post-obligatory levels (Bachillerato and University) are offered for the 2026-27 year.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school has a family-like environment where students, staff, and families are integrated. The Plan for Wellbeing and Protection establishes a Convivencia Commission to promote convivencia and address issues affecting wellbeing. The plan emphasizes emotional wellbeing and the prevention of bullying and gender-based violence, and promotes the peaceful resolution of conflicts. The coordination framework includes a wellbeing and protection coordinator, the school guidance counselor, and an equality lead, who work with other coordinators and staff to foster wellbeing. The program integrates rights, safety, and digital responsibility training for both staff and students, supporting social-emotional growth and healthy interpersonal relationships.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The student body is mostly of Spanish, Italian, and Iberian-American origin, with linguistic interference between Italian and Spanish. Most students receive general measures for attention to diversity; a smaller percentage present learning difficulties that can be addressed with ordinary supports (reinforcement, supports, ability grouping) and a very small percentage with other characteristics (behavioral issues, developmental delays, high abilities) requiring school resources. The center does not employ teachers of therapeutic pedagogy or speech-language therapy; students needing these resources would need to enroll in the Italian school. The center has a dedicated educational guidance specialist who coordinates psychopedagogical evaluations and supports the development of intervention plans. Much of the intervention work is organized through the Tutorial Action Plan (PAT) and the Academic-Professional Guidance Plan (POAP), including preventive and screening activities. An Individualized Curriculum Adaptation document exists for students who require tailored educational adjustments.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school provides a high level of English and bilingual education in Spanish and Italian. English-language certificates offered include DELE and PLIDA. The school reports a 100% pass rate in PAU/Esame di Stato. There is an English Language Immersion Program for 6th grade, with a one-week immersion in Valencia in May. Extracurricular activities and interchanges supplement English language learning, reinforcing language development alongside core curricula.

Mental Wellbeing

The wellbeing plan includes provisions for emotional wellbeing and student protection, including a Convivencia Commission and a designated wellbeing coordinator who coordinates a broader network of staff (tutors, heads of study, and orientation personnel). It promotes healthy lifestyle choices, non-discrimination, and peaceful conflict resolution through coordinated activities across the school. Training on rights, safety, and digital responsibility is part of staff and student development, with emphasis on emotional education and self-esteem. The center monitors and reports on wellbeing through annual evaluations and a formal final report to guide future improvements. The plan integrates wellbeing and protection concerns within school governance, with active participation by the leadership team and the school council throughout the year.

Safeguarding

The plan includes explicit protocols for acting against abuse, maltreatment, bullying, cyberbullying, sexual harassment, gender-based violence, and other forms of violence, with collaboration from multiple educational actors. The Wellbeing Coordinator serves as the primary contact for communications about potential violence or neglect and informs the school community about existing protocols. Protocols require prompt reporting to the appropriate authorities in cases of danger to minors and mandate cooperation with security services and data-protection authorities. The educational leadership is responsible for ensuring the community is informed of protocols and their implementation, and for monitoring and following up on safeguarding actions. The safeguarding framework rests on normative references (e.g., LO 8/2021, LOMLOE) that require a wellbeing and protection coordinator in every center, plus a convivencia plan and clear codes of conduct to protect students' rights and safety across all activities and stages.)

Admissions

1) Admissions, enrollment, and retention for 2026-27 are handled through a single admission process for new students covering Educación Infantil, Primaria, Secundaria, and Bachillerato. The admission form is available in Spanish and Italian and is used for all levels. The form and all required documentation can be sent as a single PDF by email to liceocervantes.it@educacion.gob.es or secretary@liceocervantesroma.com, or delivered in person to the Secretaría. Annexes I–VII provide the calendar, information, and required documents.

Scholarships

2) The government calls for scholarships for post-obligatory levels (Bachillerato and University) for 2026–2027. The application form can be filled by hand or with the Adobe Reader “Fill & Sign” option; electronic signatures are valid only with a digital certificate. If the family domicile is in Catalonia, that call cannot be used and the relevant Generalitat de Cataluña call must be used instead. 3) The form includes sections A–H (personal data, family domicile, bank details, economic data for 2025, residence during the course, family members, declared situations, and academic data). Documentation and details are provided for completing each section, and the form and documentation may be sent by email or delivered in person to the appropriate authority. 4) Annexes I–VII accompany the scholarship documentation, including calendars and information relevant to the application process.

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Saint Denis School

Instructs in Italian, English

Ages 3 - 14 years

Fees €4,900 - 5,500

Type Co-educational

Saint Denis School in Turin is a private, bilingual paritaria school offering a blended Italian curriculum with Cambridge syllabi. It serves children aged 3 to 14. The Nursery and Primary follow Cambridge Primary Curriculum in English subjects: English, Science, Digital Literacy, Global Perspectives, Art and Design, and Music. In Lower Secondary, students follow Cambridge Lower Secondary with English, Mathematics, Science, Digital Literacy, Global Perspectives, and Music. The Italian Ministry curriculum is supplemented by Cambridge syllabi, and Cambridge assessment includes Progression Tests and Cambridge Checkpoint at Primary and Secondary. In Middle School, two Cambridge pathways: International (14 hours/week in English) and International Plus (20 hours/week in English), with French as a third language (2 hours/week). Preschool prepares children for Cambridge Primary. The school operates on two campuses: Via San Massimo 21 bis, Turin, and Corso Moncalieri 52/a along the Po. Saint Denis is recognized by Italian Ministry and Cambridge International Education.

Location

Turin, Italy. The historic Saint Denis campus sits in the Crimea district along the Po River in the Turin hills, with a second campus in central Turin. The school operates as a private, bilingual institution.

Stages

Infanzia Paritaria Bilingue (Kindergarten bilingual Italian-English): The kindergarten curriculum emphasizes natural, spontaneous English language learning from the youngest age. For the three-year kindergarten, all morning activities up to lunch are conducted in English (20 hours per week); afternoon activities are conducted in Italian by the class teachers. Primaria Paritaria ad Indirizzo Linguistico (Primary School with linguistic track): The curriculum includes an Italian-English-French linguistic track. English is taught for 13-15 hours per week and French for 1-2 hours per week, alongside standard subjects taught in Italian. Scuola Secondaria di Primo Grado Paritaria Internazionale (Middle School with international track): The Saint Denis Middle School combines the Italian ministerial program with Cambridge International syllabi, supported by a prepared teaching team and modern teaching methods. At the end of the three-year program, students earn a double certification (MIM and Cambridge International Education).

Type

Private, bilingual, state-supported (paritaria) school in Turin; Cambridge International curriculum is used in the Middle School.

Registration / Application fee
- Registration (application) fee: EUR 290.00.

Annual tuition by year group (amounts shown as annual totals)
- Nursery (Preschool) — Full day (07:30–18:30): EUR 5,200.00 per year.
- Nursery (Preschool) — Half day (07:30–13:30): EUR 4,900.00 per year.
- Primary School: EUR 5,500.00 per year.
- Middle School (Lower Secondary) — Cambridge International Programme: EUR 5,500.00 per year.

Per-term / billing detail and enrolment payment requirement
- Tuition amounts above are stated as annual fees. For first-time enrollment, an initial payment of EUR 550.00 (corresponding to the September installment) is required at enrollment in addition to the registration fee. Heating/service contributions and some charges are invoiced separately and in installments as noted below.

Mandatory additional contributions and administrative charges
- Heating contribution: two installments of EUR 190.00 each.
- Secretary / administrative fee (where specified): EUR 120.00 (listed for Primary and Middle School).

Programme / examination fees
- Cambridge International School fee (Preschool): EUR 350.00.
- Cambridge International School fee (Primary): EUR 450.00.
- Cambridge International School fee (Middle School): EUR 650.00.
- The costs of language certification examinations (Cambridge, DELF) and Cambridge Checkpoints are invoiced separately and are not included in the annual tuition or Cambridge programme fees.

Optional / extra costs
- Middle School optional “Plus” Programme: EUR 1,450.00.
- Assisted Study (only for Cambridge International Programme students): EUR 1,200.00.
- After‑school supervision (until 18:30): EUR 600.00 (where offered as an extra).
- Supplementary extracurricular activities (e.g., swimming, dance, Latin) are charged separately from the tuition and must be paid in addition to the annual fee.

Sibling discounts and concessions
- Families with two or more children attending the school receive a reduced tuition rate from the second child: Nursery reduced to EUR 4,900.00/year; Primary and Middle School reduced to EUR 5,200.00/year for the second child onward. The annual registration fee and the heating contribution are due for one child only in most cases (exceptions apply for the first year).

Boarding
- Boarding is not offered; the school operates as a day school with early‑arrival supervision and after‑school services.

Uniform and related costs
- A basic school uniform is required: a white polo shirt, a sweater/sweatshirt/vest, and navy blue pants or skirt plus discreet shoes. Parents are responsible for purchasing uniform items; uniform items are listed as required but specific prices are not included in the fee schedule.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school specifies an initial September payment (EUR 550.00) for first‑time enrollments and shows certain contributions billed in installments (for example, heating in two installments). Other billing details (exact invoicing schedule, number of tuition installments, deadlines for balances) are arranged through the school's administrative office.

Refunds and cancellations
- Refund and cancellation terms are administered by the school's administrative office and are applied according to the school's enrolment and administrative rules; specific refund amounts or formal refund policy language are handled by the school.

Fee payment options and how payments are handled
- Payment administration is managed by the school secretariat/administration; contact details for the secretariat are provided for payment arrangements and invoicing queries. Accepted payment methods are managed directly by the school office.

Practical notes for parents (fee items to expect on invoices)
- Typical invoice items: registration fee (one‑off), annual tuition, programme/Cambridge fees, secretary/administrative fee (if applicable), heating/service contribution (two installments), optional activity charges (extracurriculars, Plus programme, assisted study), and uniform or equipment purchases billed separately.

Uniform Requirement

The basic uniform consists of a white polo shirt, a navy blue sweater/sweatshirt/vest, navy blue pants or a skirt, and discreet shoes.

Food Options

Cafeteria: Every day, the internal kitchen prepares a morning snack consisting of fresh fruit for Nursery and Primary School students, and lunch. The menu, validated by the ASL (local health authority), changes according to the season and offers vegetarian, vegan or allergy-intolerant options.

Governance and Ownership

Saint Denis School s.r.l. and Telperion s.r.l. are listed with VAT numbers 10537470014 and 12374270010 respectively.

Curriculum

Saint Denis School combines the Italian national curriculum with Cambridge International Education syllabi. Cambridge Primary Curriculum includes English, Science, Digital Literacy, Global Perspectives, Art and Design, and Music. Cambridge Lower Secondary Curriculum includes English, Mathematics, Science, Digital Literacy, Global Perspectives, and Music. The Italian Ministry curriculum is supplemented by Cambridge syllabi. The Cambridge assessment system consists of Cambridge Progression Tests (ongoing) and Cambridge Checkpoint (end of Primary and Secondary), and in Middle School there are two Cambridge pathways: Cambridge International (14 hours per week in English) and Cambridge International Plus (20 hours per week in English), with French taught as a third language for 2 hours per week; Preschool prepares children for Cambridge Primary, continuing through Primary and into Lower Secondary.

Exam Results

Cambridge assessment has two levels: Cambridge Progression Tests (ongoing) and Cambridge Checkpoint (end of Primary and Secondary). Both assess and certify competencies across subjects, and students can earn language certifications and additional certificates through these assessments.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Social and civic competencies are developed through the Educational Pact of co-responsibility. The school promotes respect for property, people, and others' opinions, and supports self-esteem as well as critical and creative thinking. It uses peer education and cooperative learning, with progress monitored and families involved in the learning process.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

No enrolled students with disabilities. There are students with BES. An Inclusion Plan (PAI) is prepared annually. Shared observation grids identify educational needs and guide individualized interventions, which are reviewed and updated based on results. The school benefits from the collaboration of a psychologist to support inclusion.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Foreign language teaching includes English (13–15 hours per week) and French (1–2 hours per week), integrated with the curriculum through interconnected instructional paths. The school ensures excellent English proficiency, evidenced by Cambridge ESOL certifications, and a good level of French, evidenced by DELF Prim certifications. The school employs native-English and native-French language specialists and teachers with degrees in foreign languages and literatures. Saint Denis School and Saint Denis Middle School are Cambridge International Schools.

Mental Wellbeing

Wellbeing is supported through personalized teaching, peer education, and cooperative learning, with ongoing monitoring of progress. The school fosters self-esteem and the capacity for critical and creative thinking. A psychologist collaborates with the school to support student wellbeing and inclusion through targeted interventions.

Safeguarding

The school promotes social and civic competencies through the Educational Pact of co-responsibility, shared with families, including respect for things, people, and others' opinions. It welcomes students from diverse ethnic backgrounds, enriching the school community. An annual Inclusion Plan (PAI) is implemented, and the school collaborates with a psychologist to support safeguarding and inclusive practices.

Admissions

1. Start the process by filling out the simple contact form. A member of the Saint Denis School team will provide all information required to enroll in the school. The admissions pathway covers Infanzia (Preschool), Primaria (Primary), and Scuola Secondaria (Lower Secondary). This initial contact begins the enrollment journey.

2. Review the level options and cost structure. The registration fee is 290 EUR. Tuition is level-dependent: Infanzia is 5,200 EUR for full-time (7:30–18:30) or 4,900 EUR for half-day (7:30–13:30); Primaria is 5,500 EUR; Secondary is 5,500 EUR. Heating contributions are 190 EUR in two installments, and the Secretariat fee is 120 EUR; Cambridge International fees apply if choosing the Cambridge pathway (350 EUR for Preschool; 450 EUR for Primary; 650 EUR for Secondary). The school year length is set by the Piedmont region, and Summer School is optional.

3. Arrange enrollment and pay the required fees to secure a place. Families with two or more children receive tuition discounts starting from the second child (Infanzia 4,900 EUR/year; Primaria 5,200 EUR/year; Secondary 5,200 EUR/year). For admission to the first grade, a payment of 550 EUR (covering September's tuition) is due together with the 290 EUR registration. The above amounts do not include costs for language certification Cambridge/Delf and Cambridge Check Points. Cambridge International fees apply if opting for the Cambridge pathway (Preschool 350 EUR; Primary 450 EUR; Secondary 650 EUR).

4. Completion of enrollment and language/certification information. At the end of Primary and Lower Secondary, students obtain a double certification of the competencies acquired (Italian Ministry of Education and Cambridge International Education). The school offers a bilingual Infant Program (Italian-English), a Primary Program with Italian-English-French, and an International-oriented Lower Secondary Program. Cambridge and Delf language certifications are supported as part of the language pathway.

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Bilingual British School

Instructs in English, Italian

Ages 1 - 18 years

Fees €7,500 - 10,500

Type Co-educational

Founded in 2011 in Scanzorosciate (Bergamo), the Bilingual British School (BBS) is a private international school in Italy serving ages 0 to 18. The Scanzorosciate site houses Nursery and Primary, set in an 18,000 square metre park, while the Bergamo campus hosts Middle and High School in a modern, connected complex. The school delivers Cambridge Primary in the Primary years, Cambridge Secondary, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in the High School, operating within the Italian education system as a bilingual program. Nursery follows the Early Learning Goals, with all activities in English. Primary integrates the Italian curriculum with Cambridge, with about 80% of instruction in English; several subjects are taught in English while Italian and History are taught in Italian. Middle School follows the paritaria Italian programme alongside Cambridge education, with two-thirds English instruction. Abroad Integrated Programme offers long UK trips and Model United Nations to broaden international exposure.

Location

Via Pietro Piccinelli 10, Scanzorosciate 24020, Italy

Stages

Nursery School; Primary School; Middle School; High School

Type

Private international school

Additional learning support

Counselor and wellbeing program

Country affiliation

Italy

Bus service

School bus service for Bergamo Brescia and Milan hinterland

Application fees

- Annual registration fee (Nursery level): EUR 350.

Tuition fees by school year (detail by year group / session)

- Nursery (Early Years: pre-K through Transition, ages from 6 months to 6 years):
- Full-time tuition: EUR 950 per month.
- Part-time tuition: EUR 750 per month.
- The listed Nursery fees explicitly include lunch and snacks, school materials, nappies, wet wipes and cream.

- Primary School (6–11 years), Middle School (11–14 years) and International High School / Liceo (14–19 years):
- No published per-term or per-year tuition figures were available in the school's admissions/fees information. Parents should note that separate tuition schedules for these cycles are not listed in the publicly available admissions and fees sections.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- No published billing schedule, instalment schedule, or formal payment terms (for Primary, Middle or High School) are listed in the school's admissions and fees information. For Nursery, tuition is presented as a monthly amount (see Nursery fees above).

Boarding (residential) fees

- Boarding is not offered. The school's services list describes day-school services only (uniform, school bus, canteen, after‑school clubs and summer camp) and does not describe residential or boarding provision. No boarding or residential fees are applicable.

Other costs and typical additional charges

- Uniform: Wearing the school uniform is mandatory; the cost of uniforms is an additional charge but a specific uniform price is not published.
- School bus: A school bus service is provided (Bergamo, Brescia and Milan hinterland); a bus fee is typically charged for this service but a public price is not listed.
- Canteen / Meals: Nursery fees explicitly include lunch and snacks; canteen service exists for other levels and meal charges are typically billed separately when applicable, but no published per-meal or per-term canteen tariffs are listed.
- After‑school clubs and Summer Camp: These services are offered and are likely charged separately; no published fees for clubs or camps are listed.
- School materials: For Nursery the cost of basic materials is included; material costs for Primary/Middle/High are not itemised in publicly available fee information.

Refund information

- No published refund, cancellation or fee‑credit policy is available in the school's admissions/fees information. No refund terms are listed publicly.

Fee payment options

- No public details are provided about accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card, direct debit) or banking details in the admissions/fees information. Payment method details are not published in the visible fee material.

Summary (what is published vs what is not published)

- Published and specific: Nursery-level charges are published as an annual registration fee (EUR 350) plus monthly tuition rates (EUR 950 full-time; EUR 750 part-time) and these Nursery fees are stated to include meals and basic materials.
- Not published / not itemised publicly: Detailed per-term or per-year tuition figures for Primary, Middle and High School; billing schedules and instalment options for those cycles; precise prices for uniform, bus, canteen (for levels beyond Nursery), after-school clubs and summer camp; refund and formal payment-method policies.

Curriculum

The BBS programme is a bilingual school operating within the Italian education system. Nursery uses the Early Learning Goals of the British Curriculum, with all activities delivered in English, for ages from 6 months to 6 years. In Primary School, the Italian curriculum is integrated with Cambridge Primary, with about 80% of teaching in English; Maths, Science, Geography, Art, P.E., Social Studies, Music, Drama and ICT are taught in English, while Italian and History are taught in Italian. Cambridge Primary Checkpoints are taken at the end of Year 5 to assess progress. Middle School continues the paritaria Italian programme alongside Cambridge International Education, with two-thirds of instruction in English and Italian taught in Italian, leading to the Italian middle school diploma and Cambridge Checkpoints. High School offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) as an IB World School, and the Abroad Integrated Programme provides long UK trips and MUN experiences to broaden international exposure.

Exam Results

Academic results show a 100% pass rate in assessments; over 2,000 exams were taken by around 300 examinees in the 2021/2022 school year. Primary pupils scored above the national average in Maths and Italian on Invalsi tests, while Middle School showed high attainment in Italian and Maths; Cambridge Primary Checkpoints results were in line with international averages.

Higher Education Progression

93% of students who complete the Cambridge Programme go on to university, with many admitted to universities ranked among the world's most prestigious. The IB Diploma Programme is recognised by Italian universities and supports admission to international universities.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Personal, social and emotional development is a primary objective, pursued through an emotional curriculum integrated with the academic programme. Professionals support pupils and families through meetings, lectures and workshops on wellbeing. Wellbeing is defined by the relationships a person forms with their environment—physical, social and cultural—and is influenced by interpersonal relationships, group dynamics and constructive dialogue. Teachers act as facilitators using person‑centred teaching strategies to engage students and encourage them to express their thoughts and feelings. The relationship with families is central, with ongoing dialogue and tools to support each pupil's path, and a Counselor provides targeted interventions to promote wellbeing and guide students' choices.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

BBS delivers a bilingual education with 80% of instruction in English and integrates the Italian curriculum with the Cambridge Programme to combine national and international education. Language proficiency is central to the curriculum, enabling students to develop high‑level language skills in both Italian and English. Subjects are taught across two languages, supporting bilingual competence throughout the learning journey. The Cambridge Programme provides an international framework and opportunities alongside the Italian curriculum. The approach aims to prepare students for life and future challenges with strong language and thinking skills.

Mental Wellbeing

Culture of wellbeing provides for students' physical and mental health and wellbeing through knowledge, skills and an emotional curriculum integrated with academics. Personal, social and emotional development is a central objective, supported by professionals who offer meetings, lectures and workshops on wellbeing. A Counselor provides targeted interventions for pupils, staff and parents to promote wellbeing and prevent discomfort, including emotional mediation to inform positive student paths. The school emphasises the close relationship with families, with dialogue opportunities to support social, emotional and academic development.

Admissions

1. Nursery School: An introductory interview with the Headmistress or delegated person is conducted to discuss the applicant and the bilingual program. A school visit follows to observe the environment and meet staff. The family submits the online application, completes the form with required personal and academic details, and pays the required fee. Supporting documentation, including previous school certificates and any documentation related to special educational needs, is delivered and the pupil is officially registered to start.

2. Primary School: Direct admission to BBS Primary is granted to those who have attended BBS Nursery. For new students, the process begins with an introductory interview with the Headmistress or delegated person, followed by a school visit. The online application is submitted with required personal and academic information, and the family completes the payment as part of the submission. Supporting documentation, including previous school certificates, is delivered, and linguistic and educational needs are assessed before integration.

3. Middle School: Direct admission to BBS Middle is granted to those who have attended BBS Primary. For new students, the process includes an introductory interview with the Headmistress or delegated person, a school visit, and an online application with required personal and academic details. The family delivers supporting documentation, and the school assesses linguistic and educational needs with possible bilingual tutoring in some subjects. Integration follows once formalities are completed.

4. International High School: Direct admission to BBS International High School is granted to those who have attended BBS Middle. For new students, the process requires an introductory interview, a school visit, and an online application with required information and supporting documents. Initial assessment of skills includes an interview and standardized entry tests, with 2–3 hours of ESL per week provided before entry, plus bilingual glossaries and simplified materials to support learning. An essay is required, the admission decision is communicated within one week, and acceptance requires payment within two weeks to complete registration and integration.

5. International Sports High School: Direct admission to BBS International Sports High School is granted to those who have attended BBS Middle. For new students, the process includes an introductory interview, a school visit, and an online application with required information and supporting documents. Integration follows after formalities, with no requirement for minimum Italian language proficiency for external students. The school may provide linguistic and didactic support as needed.

6. IB Diploma Programme: Direct admission to the IB Diploma Programme is granted to those who have attended BBS Middle. For new students, the process begins with an introductory interview, a school visit, and online submission of the application with required information. Supporting documentation includes previous school certificates, references, and an essay based on a rubric focused on personal development; entry tests and an interview assess readiness. An admission decision is communicated within one week; once accepted, parents must complete registration and pay tuition within two weeks to secure the place and integration.

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