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Scuola Italiana a Tirana

Albania, Tirana

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Italian
Fees ALL 350,000 - 410,000
Ages 5 - 14 years
Pupil numbers 90
Type Co-educational
Opened 2017
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Italian Curriculum
Taught languages Albanian, English
Typical class size 11
Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School
Introduction

Located at RR. Rauf Fico 11, Tirana, Scuola Italiana a Tirana is a private, state-recognized Italian school (Istituto Paritario) with Italy as its country affiliation. It serves students aged 5 to 14 across Infanzia, Primaria, and Secondaria di I grado. The preschool includes a preparatory class for five- to six-year-olds to ease the move to primary. The primary level implements the Italian ministerial curriculum and integrates English and Albanian language study. The lower secondary section began in 2022–2023. The school is the only Italian-language private school in Albania with parity status. The managing entity, Scuola Italiana a Tirana sh.p.k., was founded in 2017; Albanian authorities authorized the first Italian-language school in 2017 and PLIDA certification support opened in 2018. In 2022 the lower secondary authorization was granted, and President Mattarella visited. Facilities include a cafeteria, library, and a digital register; PLIDA examination center is available. PTOF 2024-2027 outlines the offer.

Rruga Rauf Fico, 11, 1022 Tirana, Albania

The Essentials

Scuola Italiana a Tirana has 90 pupils, typical class sizes of 11, instruction in Italian.

Location
The school is located at Rruga Rauf Fico, 11, Tirana, 1022, Albania. The position is viewable on the map.

Stages
Preschool, Primary, and Lower Secondary School (Scuola dell'Infanzia, Scuola Primaria, Scuola Secondaria di primo grado).

Type
Private, state-recognized Italian school (Istituto Paritario).

Pupil Nationality Mix
Most represented nationalities are Italian and Albanian, with students from other nationalities also enrolled. The school has 90 students across 8 classes, with an average of 11 students per class.

Country affiliation
Italy
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
1 school uniform: a grey polo with the school logo to be worn during the entire school year; a blue logo hoodie to be worn in the winter months; and dark trousers.

Food Options
The catering service offers a varied and balanced menu designed to meet the nutritional needs of children and adolescents. Each meal is prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients, with particular attention to the dietary needs of students to provide a balanced diet for healthy growth.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by a managing entity with a Board of Directors (CdA) responsible for strategic planning, financial management, and overall supervision to ensure coherence with the educational project at national and international levels. The Legal Representative represents the managing entity and the school; Academic Managers for Italy and Albania coordinate didactic activities and ensure alignment between Italian and Albanian systems, supported by teaching staff and Administrative/Technical/Auxiliary personnel.
Fees

Annual tuition at Scuola Italiana a Tirana ranges from ALL 350,000 to ALL 410,000 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fee
- ALL 30,000 — registration fee (Iscrizione). Textbooks and one uniform polo are included for families that complete registration by June 30 preceding the school year.

Tuition fees (annual) — by attendance pattern and school cycle
- ALL 410,000 — annual tuition for full‑time attendance (8:00–15:30). This full‑time rate applies to all levels: Scuola dell'Infanzia, Scuola Primaria and Scuola Secondaria di primo grado.
- ALL 350,000 — annual tuition for part‑time attendance (8:00–13:10). This part‑time rate is available only for Scuola dell'Infanzia and Scuola Primaria.

Meals and optional services
- ALL 73,500 — optional school catering (mensa) annual charge. The mensa service operates in the 13:10–13:40 time slot.
- ALL 600 per day — occasional use of the mensa for students not enrolled in the mensa. ALL 500 per day — occasional use of after‑school care for students not enrolled in full‑time.

Sibling, staff and special reductions
- Sibling reduction: the annual fee for a later‑enrolled sibling is half (50%) of the fee paid for the previously enrolled sibling.
- Children of full‑time employees: 50% reduction on the annual fee.
- A one‑off reduction of ALL 100,000 on the annual fee applies to students who registered before 31 July 2021 (where the reduction condition applies).

Other costs and exclusions
- Cost of didactic materials and additional uniforms beyond the included polo are not included in the annual fees and are charged separately.
- Bank transfer fees and other bank commissions are payable by the payer. For payments made in EUR, the Bank of Albania exchange rate at the date of the transfer is applied.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- A first instalment (prima rata) is required at registration; the school operates an online ordering/payment system for instalments and services (prima rata items appear as purchasable products). Specific instalment amounts for individual families are issued by the school at enrolment.
- For students who transfer during the school year, billing is calculated by calendar month: for each calendar month a charge equal to one‑tenth of the annual fee is applied for all chosen services.
- The school issues and enforces the required payment mandate for the first instalment as part of the admission process.

Payment methods and options
- Bank transfer is accepted in Albanian Lek (ALL) and in Euro (EUR) to the school's IBAN accounts.
- Card payments (credit/debit cards) are accepted via the bank that processes payments on behalf of the school; the school also supports online payment flows for specified services. All card processing is handled by the bank/payment processor.

Boarding
- Boarding services are not provided by the school; boarding fees are not applicable. The institution operates as a day school with scheduled school hours.

Refunds and adjustments
- If the school is unable to provide a purchased service, a full refund of the amount paid is provided for that service. For other adjustments, the school applies monthly billing rules for students who join or leave during the school year (one‑tenth of the annual fee per calendar month billed).
- Exam/assessment fees for external certification (PLIDA) follow their specific rules; the PLIDA registration fee is non‑refundable except in tightly defined medical or documentary circumstances described in the PLIDA rules.

Practical notes for parents (fees only)
- Amounts are listed in Albanian Lek (ALL). Payments in EUR are converted using the Bank of Albania exchange rate on the date of the transfer; any bank commissions must be paid by the sender.
- The school requires the receipt of the first instalment as part of the registration completion process.
Academics

Scuola Italiana a Tirana teaches Italian Curriculum for students aged 5 to 14.

Curriculum
The school offers Infanzia (preschool), Primaria (primary), and Secondaria di I grado (lower secondary). The preschool includes a preparatory class for five- to six-year-olds to support the transition to primary. The primary level uses the Italian ministerial curriculum integrated with English and Albanian language study. The lower secondary level has been active since the 2022-2023 school year. The Scuola Italiana a Tirana is the only Italian-language private school in Albania with parity status.

Student Teacher Ratio
Total students: 90; number of classes: 8; average students per class: 11.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school promotes holistic development and a multilingual, multicultural educational environment. It has designed a plurilingue Italian-Albanian-English program to help students understand international contexts and foster greater integration. The core of the program is multilingual education; curricular content is taught in Italian, with Albanian and English studied as additional languages. The objectives include promoting integral growth, developing cognitive abilities, and nurturing relational and emotional maturity to foster autonomy and self-esteem. It cultivates a climate of collaboration in classes, values reciprocity, solidarity, tolerance, and respect for differences, and promotes responsibility, critical thinking, and creative expression. Families are engaged as partners in education, with teachers acting as mediators and guides in learning.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The PTOF includes a Piano Annuale per l'Inclusione (PAI) and a Piano Educativo Individualizzato (PEI). The PEI provides individualized plans to support students with special educational needs. The PAI outlines measures and actions to promote inclusion and access to learning for all students.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school has designed a plurilingue Italian-Albanian-English curriculum. Students study curricular content in Italian and continue the study of Albanian and English as additional languages. The multilingual program aims to develop linguistic skills and facilitate understanding of international contexts and greater integration.

Mental Wellbeing
The educational project prioritizes holistic development and emotional well-being as part of the overall growth of each student. It emphasizes autonomy of thought and reflective learning to understand experiences and form informed judgments. It aims to develop self-esteem by recognizing individual strengths and addressing limits with calmness and effort. It cultivates a classroom climate of collaboration, respect for differences, and mutual trust to counter selfishness and unhealthy competition. It fosters responsible behavior by making students aware of the consequences of their actions on themselves and others, and it encourages creativity and expressive development.

Safeguarding
The school commits to a serene and cooperative educational climate that supports safe learning. It prevents and promptly intervenes in cases of bullying, cyberbullying, vandalism, and other violations. It maintains confidentiality of sensitive student data and communications with families. It informs families regularly about attendance, results, difficulties, progress, and behavior concerns, and responds promptly to issues as required. It provides a healthy and safe environment and ensures appropriate teaching and technological resources.
Parent Experience

History
The Scuola Italiana a Tirana is the only government-recognized Italian-language, multi-level school in Albania. It includes kindergarten (a preparatory class for five to six year olds), primary (grades 1 to 5) with an Italian ministerial curriculum plus English and Albanian, and a lower secondary school (first grade) that began in the 2022–2023 academic year. The managing entity, Scuola Italiana a Tirana sh.p.k., was founded in May 2017 by three Italian teachers. In December 2017 the Albanian Council of Ministers authorized the opening of the first Italian-language school in Albania; in September 2018 the PLIDA certification center opened with support from the Dante Alighieri Society. In July 2022 the authorization to open the lower secondary school was granted, and in September 2022 the President of the Republic of Italy Sergio Mattarella visited the Scuola Italiana a Tirana.

Community
This school is a meeting point between Albania and Italy. The teaching staff comprises a highly qualified international team. Every year many Italian, Albanian, and other nationalities enroll, with about 90 students in 8 classes and an average of 11 students per class. In September 2022, the President of Italy, Sergio Mattarella, visited the Scuola Italiana a Tirana.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is housed in a building located at RR. Rauf Fico no. 11, Tirana, Albania. The campus offers a Cafeteria (Mensa) and a Library (Biblioteca). The school provides a Digital Register (Registro digitale) for administrative and educational purposes. A PLIDA examination center is available to students and staff.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school provides Infanzia, Primaria, and Secondaria di I grado (Infancy, Primary, and Lower Secondary). The school operates as an Istituto Paritario Scuola Italiana a Tirana. The 2026/2027 academic year is in effect. The PTOF 2024-2027 describes the educational offer.

Cultural & Language
PLIDA examination is offered by the school. PLIDA certification is listed among the school's services. A library is available on site.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
A cafeteria (Mensa) is available as part of student services.
Languages

Language Provision
Curriculum content is studied in Italian, while Albanian and English are studied as additional languages. The program is a plurilingual Italian-Albanian-English program intended to foster a multilingual and multicultural environment.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers a plurilingual program in Italian, Albanian, and English.
Admissions

Admissions
Enrollment at Scuola Italiana a Tirana is annual. Enrollment requests are made by parents or legal guardians by completing the enrollment form available on the school's website or at the secretariat. The acceptance of enrollment requests is a full and indisputable right of the school administration. Enrollment is annual and depends on the submission of the documents required by the secretariat, in accordance with applicable regulations. The documents required for enrollment are: 1) student's birth certificate; 2) family status; 3) vaccination certificate; 4) residence permit for foreign nationals; 5) transfer certificate from the previous school; 6) report card from the previous year; 7) identification documents for the student and for the parents; 8) eye examination for enrollments in the first grade; 9) receipt of payment of the first installment. The enrollment form can be completed on the school's website or at the secretariat.
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