Edited by Giulia Ceccon · Chief Marketing Officer
Montessori international schools in Italy are distinguished by multi-age classes, carefully prepared environments and child-led, hands-on learning that follows the Montessori planes of development rather than a conventional year-by-year syllabus. Many of the Italian Montessori international schools teach in Italian and English (often as a bilingual programme), and some combine Montessori methods with other international frameworks for older ages. Annual fees for schools listed in independent directories range broadly by city and age group, with a typical band around €6,590 - €16,600 and an average near €9,780 per year; preschools and small community settings can be at the lower end while full international campus provision sits higher. The main entry point for international families is the September intake, so parents usually begin school research and applications 6 - 12 months before the start date, although many schools also accept mid-year or rolling admissions where places are available.
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