Affordable International Schools in Rome, Italy
Edited by Giulia Ceccon · Chief Marketing Officer
About international schools in Rome, Italy
Rome’s more affordable international schools tend to be smaller private or paritaria (state-recognised) institutions and international sections rather than the large, premium campuses that dominate some other European capitals. Families can expect English-led curricula alongside Italian language teaching, with a mix of IB, British and American programmes (and a few French or bilingual options) on offer across the city. Typical annual tuition at lower-cost international options in Rome often sits well below the highest market rates - published ranges for the city run from roughly €4,500 up to the mid-five figures, with many “affordable” listings clustering under about €12,000 a year - though extras (enrolment fees, transport, exam charges) add to the total cost. Admissions follow the September academic year and most schools operate a main autumn application window plus rolling intake and waiting lists, so start the process several months before your planned move and be ready to supply translated reports and vaccination records.
Compare 16 Affordable international schools in Rome, Italy. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 7,706), location, and more to find the right international school now.
At a glance 16 schools · avg fee EUR 7,706
- Schools listed
- 16
- Curricula
- 18
- Average annual fee
- EUR 7,706
- Fee range
- EUR 2,000 – 14,900
- Most common curriculum
- Bespoke Curriculum (7 schools)
- Average school size
- 232 pupils
- Largest by enrolment
- Istituto Marymount Roma - Nomentana 355
- Oldest
- German School Rome (1851)
- With boarding
- 1
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