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Canadian School of Milan - Gioia Campus

Italy, Milan

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Italian, French
Fees €11,700 - 15,500
Ages 2 - 11 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2004
Bus Service Yes
Part of
Canadian School of Milan
Academic offering
Curriculum Canadian Curriculum
Taught languages English, Italian, French, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

The Canadian School of Milan’s Gioia Campus serves students from age 2 to 11 in a central urban setting. The curriculum integrates the Cambridge Primary framework for English and Mathematics with the Ontario (Canadian) framework for broader inquiry. Students utilize a dedicated STEAM Lab, which is equipped for robotics, engineering, and biological studies involving live reptiles and plants. Physical education is central to the daily routine, with the Primary curriculum including specialized swimming and ice-skating lessons at local professional facilities. Instruction is delivered in English by native-speaking educators, while Italian language lessons are mandatory to ensure local cultural integration. A distinctive feature of the school is its "Junior School" model at the Gioia site, which separates the younger learners from the adolescent population to provide age-specific playgrounds and bright, low-rise classrooms. The school operates as a day-only institution, offering private door-to-door transportation for families living across Milan’s diverse residential zones.

This campus is part of Canadian School of Milan

Via Melchiorre Gioia, 42, 20124 Milano MI, Italy

The Essentials

Canadian School of Milan - Gioia Campus has instruction in English, Italian, French.

Location
Two centrally located Milan campuses: Gioia Campus, Via M. Gioia 42, 20124 Milano (Early Years & Primary), and Vivaio Campus, Via Vivaio 7, 20122 Milano (Middle & Senior School). The campuses are in central Milan with easy walking or cycling access to safe neighbourhoods. Gioia Campus serves ages 2–11; Vivaio Campus serves Grades 6–12 (roughly ages 11–18).

Stages
Early Years and Primary; Middle School; Senior School (ages 2–11; 11–14; 14–18).

Type
International IB World School offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Representing over 35 nationalities.

School day structure
Early Years & Primary run 8:00–15:30 with morning drop-off 8:00–8:45, circle time at 8:50, snack at 10:15, lunch at 11:45, rest/outdoor play at 13:00, learning at 14:00, end of day 15:30; Optional clubs 15:40–17:00. Middle & Senior School starts at 8:50 and finishes at 15:20; after-school activities may be available.

Bus service
A bus service is available for students aged 3 and older, with a dedicated bus assistant. City Bus stops include Piazza Piemonte (pickup 7:30, drop-off 16:40), Piazza Conciliazione (7:35/16:31), Piazza 24 Maggio (7:45/16:21), Piazza Medaglie d'Oro (7:55/16:11), Piazza Tricolore (8:00/16:06), Via G. Modena/C. Menotti (8:02/16:04), Piazza Carlo Erba (8:06/16:00), Via Melchiorre Gioia 1 (8:16/15:50), Gioia Campus (8:20/15:45). Door-to-Door service via La Bussola; Inter-Campus Shuttle between Gioia and Vivaio for Grade 6-8 with siblings; fees apply.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school requires students to wear a school uniform.

Food Options
Hot lunches are cooked on-site in partnership with Pellegrini, with a rotating menu featuring a first course (pasta, risotto, or soup), a second course with lean proteins or plant-based options, plus a salad/fruit bar, vegetables, bread, and a light dessert. The program accommodates special dietary needs and preferences, including vegetarian and religious options, with snacks available for Nursery and Pre-K.

Governance and Ownership
The school is privately owned; it was founded in 2004 by Antonella Salvadori del Prato and is personally overseen by the founder.
Fees

Annual tuition at Canadian School of Milan - Gioia Campus ranges from EUR 11,700 to EUR 15,500 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- New student Admission Fee: EUR 2,600 (non‑refundable).
- Admission Assessment (entry test): EUR 200 (non‑refundable; deducted from school fees if a place is offered).

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per‑term breakdown using the school's published 3‑installment schedule: 40% / 30% / 30%)

- Pre‑School (Nursery – Pre‑K)
- Annual tuition (Private): EUR 11,700. Per‑term: 40% = EUR 4,680; 30% = EUR 3,510; 30% = EUR 3,510.
- Annual tuition (Company): EUR 12,700. Per‑term: 40% = EUR 5,080; 30% = EUR 3,810; 30% = EUR 3,810.

- Primary (Kindergarten – Grade 2)
- Annual tuition (Private): EUR 12,900. Per‑term: 40% = EUR 5,160; 30% = EUR 3,870; 30% = EUR 3,870.
- Annual tuition (Company): EUR 13,900. Per‑term: 40% = EUR 5,560; 30% = EUR 4,170; 30% = EUR 4,170.

- Primary (Grade 3 – 5)
- Annual tuition (Private): EUR 13,800. Per‑term: 40% = EUR 5,520; 30% = EUR 4,140; 30% = EUR 4,140.
- Annual tuition (Company): EUR 14,800. Per‑term: 40% = EUR 5,920; 30% = EUR 4,440; 30% = EUR 4,440.

- Upper School (IB MYP, Grades 6 – 8)
- Annual tuition (Private): EUR 14,700. Per‑term: 40% = EUR 5,880; 30% = EUR 4,410; 30% = EUR 4,410.
- Annual tuition (Company): EUR 15,700. Per‑term: 40% = EUR 6,280; 30% = EUR 4,710; 30% = EUR 4,710.

- Upper School (Grades 9 – 10)
- Annual tuition (Private): EUR 15,800. Per‑term: 40% = EUR 6,320; 30% = EUR 4,740; 30% = EUR 4,740.
- Annual tuition (Company): EUR 16,800. Per‑term: 40% = EUR 6,720; 30% = EUR 5,040; 30% = EUR 5,040.

- IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11 – 12)
- Annual tuition (Private): EUR 17,900. Per‑term: 40% = EUR 7,160; 30% = EUR 5,370; 30% = EUR 5,370.
- Annual tuition (Company): EUR 18,900. Per‑term: 40% = EUR 7,560; 30% = EUR 5,670; 30% = EUR 5,670.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard schedule published: three instalments of 40% / 30% / 30%. The published document lists specific installment dates alongside these percentages. Families are required to pay the Admission Fee within 10 working days of accepting an offer to secure a place. Late entry after the academic year start requires payment of all fees and charges for the entire term in which the student is entering. Notice rules apply to withdrawals (see Refund & withdrawal section).

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- The school operates day campuses in central Milan (Gioia and Vivaio). No boarding fees are published.

Other costs and optional fees

- Admission Assessment: EUR 200 (non‑refundable; deducted from fees if a place is offered).
- Lunches (hot meals): EUR 1,150 (published as an example cost).
- IB Examination fee (Diploma Programme): EUR 1,000.
- English Additional Language (EAL) support: level‑dependent; published range EUR 300 to EUR 1,500 per term.
- Mandatory school trips: costed separately per trip and charged in addition to tuition.
- Upper‑school textbooks and supplies: charged separately for relevant year groups.
- Italian national exam fees (5° Elementare and 3° Media) where applicable: charged separately.
- Co‑curricular activities and private music lessons: optional and charged separately.
- Door‑to‑door transportation: optional service charged separately (route and price dependent).
- School uniform: cost borne by families; uniform items are charged separately.

Sibling discount

- 10% reduction on the tuition fee for the second and each subsequent sibling attending the school at the same time. The discount applies to tuition only.

Refund information & withdrawal / late‑entry terms

- The Admission Fee (EUR 2,600) is non‑refundable. The Admission Assessment fee (EUR 200) is non‑refundable (but deducted from school fees if a place is offered). If a student enrols after the start of the school year, all fees and charges for the entire term in which they enter are payable. Withdrawal must be communicated in writing to the School Office by the first day of the previous term (example given: a child not returning in September must give notice no later than April 1). Specific refunds or pro‑rata arrangements for tuition are not detailed in the published fee document beyond these rules.

Fee payment options

- The published fee schedule document does not list specific payment methods (e.g., bank transfer, credit card) or account details; payment method information and invoicing are handled through the school's Finance/Admissions processes. Families are referred to the school's admissions/finance office for the accepted payment channels and invoicing instructions.

Practical notes for budgeting

- Total yearly cost for a new student equals the annual tuition for the relevant grade plus the non‑refundable Admission Fee (EUR 2,600) in the first year and any optional services selected (meals, transport, trips, EAL, music lessons, exam fees, uniform, etc.). The sibling discount (10%) applies to tuition for second and subsequent children attending simultaneously.
Academics

Canadian School of Milan - Gioia Campus teaches Canadian Curriculum for students aged 2 to 11.

Curriculum
The Canadian School of Milan offers English-language instruction from Early Years through the IB Diploma Programme. The Primary School operates with instruction entirely in English within a Canadian-English and international education model. The Upper School follows the IB framework, with the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6–10 and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11–12. The Diploma Programme comprises six subjects and a core of Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Extended Essay (EE), and Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS). The school operates on two Milan campuses: Gioia Campus (Early Years and Primary) and Vivaio Campus (Middle and Senior School). The school is an IB World School.

Student Teacher Ratio
Average class size is 18 students. Teaching Assistants support teachers in the Early Years and Primary School.

Exam Results
In recent years, the Diploma Programme results have consistently exceeded the global average, with several students scoring above 40 and top achievers reaching 43 or 44 out of 45. IB results are released annually in July, and students can access their results by logging in with their Personal Code and PIN.

Higher Education Progression
Some graduates have offers from Stanford University, University of Chicago, Imperial College London, University of Toronto, and NYU.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Health and well-being are central to student life at the Canadian School of Milan. The school offers a dedicated counselling service with confidential one-to-one sessions and group workshops focused on motivation, personal development, and emotional resilience. Counseling supports students for stress, study pressures, low mood, friendship dynamics, or family concerns. The aim is to nurture a culture of openness, care, and proactive well-being, supported by a structured Personal & Social Education (PSED) curriculum. The campuses are staffed with qualified first aiders to ensure physical safety and immediate response when needed.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Diversity and inclusion are central to the CSM experience. The school supports the wide range of identities and learning diversity that exist in its community. It aims to create a fair, equal, safe, and encouraging environment for all, regardless of race, religion, gender, ethnicity, or learning differences. CSM faculty, students, administrators, and staff fully embrace a vision of equity, diversity, and inclusion. All students are fully supported and comfortable at school, and the school aims to prepare them as much as possible for the future.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Most teachers are native English speakers, supporting an English-language learning environment. Language instruction in Italian, French, and Spanish is delivered by native speakers. English is the primary language of instruction across core subjects. The curriculum places a clear emphasis on English learning, with additional languages taught as part of the programme. Language offerings accompany the main pathways, including the IB Diploma Programme, Cambridge IGCSE, and the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).

Mental Wellbeing
Student health and well-being are a central priority at the Canadian School of Milan. The school provides a dedicated counselling service offering confidential one-to-one sessions and group workshops to support motivation, personal development, and emotional resilience. Counseling addresses stress, study pressures, low mood, friendship dynamics, and family concerns, with referrals by teachers or staff as needed. A structured Personal & Social Education (PSED) curriculum complements counselling to build emotional literacy, empathy, and coping strategies. First aiders on each campus ensure physical safety and rapid response as part of the school's welfare commitment.

Safeguarding
Canadian School of Milan is committed to a warm, caring, and safe environment for all students. Bullying and safety concerns are addressed under a formal anti-bullying policy, which states that bullying is unacceptable and will not be tolerated. The policy sets out how incidents are reported and responded to, with staff required to respond calmly and consistently and to keep the victim safe. Procedures include informing parents for serious incidents, providing support and appropriate action, and applying sanctions when necessary. The school conducts whole-school anti-bullying initiatives, PSHE lessons, and staff training, and incidents are monitored and reviewed regularly. The policy was last updated in June 2024.
Parent Experience

History
Founded in 2004 by Antonella Salvadori del Prato, an Italian-Canadian educator who started a small nursery in Via Plinio, Milan. Her vision reflected Canadian values of emotional awareness, social connection, creativity and respect for others and the environment. In 2014, CSM moved to the Gioia campus, expanding to include Primary and Middle School programmes. In 2023, the Vivaio campus was inaugurated to welcome Senior School students and to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Today, more than 20 years after its founding, the school remains personally overseen by its founder, with Antonella Salvadori del Prato closely involved in daily life and major decisions. The school is an IB World School.

Community
CSM serves students aged 2 to 18 representing over 35 nationalities and operates across two central Milan campuses: Gioia for Early Years and Primary (Gioia Campus opened in 2014) and Vivaio for Middle and Senior School (opened in 2023). It offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and emphasizes leadership, character, and global citizenship as part of its learning approach. The campus setup and diverse community support an engaging, globally minded educational experience.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
CSM Parents is the Canadian School of Milan's Parent Teacher Association. The goal is to strengthen the school community and encourage parental involvement, including Class Representatives, to improve communication and support fundraising through school events. CSM Parents meets regularly to organise activities such as liaising with Class Representatives, meeting with the Principal and school management to propose fundraising activities and community initiatives, and providing welcome at the start of the year. Events organized by the CSM Parents include the Halloween Party, Christmas Fair, Careers Fair, Canada Fest, Family breakfasts, and parent talks; funds raised have contributed to equipment and resources for the school. Class Representatives act as the liaison for a class and help coordinate communication, social events and gifts, and participate in meetings with School Management as needed.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Canadian School of Milan operates on two centrally located campuses in Milan: Gioia Campus for Early Years and Primary, and Vivaio Campus for Middle and Senior School. Gioia Campus hosts Early Learning and Primary programmes in bright, child-centred spaces with a spacious playground. Vivaio Campus, opened in 2023, hosts the Middle and Senior School and offers state-of-the-art facilities tailored to the academic, social, and emotional needs of adolescents. The school serves students aged 2 to 18 and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Together, the two campuses provide an age-appropriate learning environment at every stage of a student's education.

Sports Facilities
Co-Curricular Activities include sports programs across Primary and Senior School. Primary School offers Boys Soccer and Girls Soccer as part of the clubs. Senior School includes additional sports-related activities such as Calcetto Soccer and Table Tennis. Other physical education options appear in the clubs, including Yoga and Mindfulness. These offerings demonstrate a broad commitment to physical activity and team-based participation across the school community.

Academic Facilities
Gioia Campus hosts the Early Years and Primary programmes, while Vivaio Campus hosts the Middle and Senior School. In Middle School, students follow the Cambridge International Curriculum leading to IGCSE in Grades 9 and 10, and ultimately pursue the IB Diploma Programme in the final two years, supported by a dedicated University counsellor. Vivaio Campus opened in 2023 and provides state-of-the-art facilities to meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of students. The University counselling support complements the curriculum to help students plan for university destinations and programmes.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The Co-Curricular Programme offers a diverse and evolving list of clubs to nurture student interests and interpersonal skills. Primary School clubs include Art Club, Chess, Robotics, Judo, Mindfulness, Theatre Club, Violin and wind instruments, and various language and social activities. Senior School clubs include Debate Club, Model UN, Music Technology, Orchestra, School Musical, and Table Tennis, among others. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award, Student Council, and various performance and leadership opportunities are also part of the extracurricular offerings.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Co-Curricular Activities provide a diverse and evolving range of clubs that balance the rigorous IB programme with broader learning experiences. Primary School clubs include Art Club, Arts & Crafts, Baby Dance, Ballet, Chess, Chinese, Choir, Cursive Writing clinic, French for Beginners, Robotics, Mindfulness, Reading Club, Theatre Club, Violin Group and Wind Instruments. Senior School clubs include Debate Club, Duke of Edinburgh, Model UN, Robotics, SAT Preparation, Italian Conversation, German for Beginners, English Clinic, and Italian language support, as well as activities such as School Musical and Orchestra. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is also offered as part of student leadership and service activities.

Arts & Creative
Arts and musical pursuits are supported through Private Music Lessons and a range of co-curricular options. Private Music Lessons offer instrument and voice instruction with performance practice workshops and student recitals; lessons run Monday to Friday for Kindergarten through Grade 12, and teachers are qualified professional musicians who can prepare students for ABRSM exams. Co-Curricular Arts activities include Choir, Theatre Club, Orchestra, Violin Group, and Wind Instruments, as well as Song and Storytime and other creative activities.

Cultural & Language
Language and cultural opportunities include Primary School Chinese and French for Beginners; Senior School offers German for Beginners, Italian Conversation, and Spanish Conversation, along with English language clinics and language-related study support. Model United Nations conferences in Madrid and New York broaden public speaking, diplomacy and global awareness.

Social & Hobbies
Co-Curricular Activities support social engagement and personal interests beyond academics, with options such as Board Games, Calcetto Soccer, Chess, Chinese for Beginners, Choir, Drama in French, DJ/Podcasting related activities, and Yoga & Mindfulness. Primary and Senior School students also participate in sports like Boys Soccer and Girls Soccer, alongside performance and creative clubs.

Community & Service
Student Citizenship and Leadership encourages students to take an active role in school life and the local community, developing social responsibility through meaningful community service. Leadership is woven into all grades, with opportunities to assume roles in Student Council and a School House System that promotes teamwork and school spirit. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award further supports volunteering, expeditions, and service activities.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership is embedded across the school from Kindergarten to Grade 12, with student leadership roles and involvement in decision-making. Each division has a Student Council to collaborate with peers and faculty, and a House System to foster leadership, cooperation and school spirit. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award provides structured opportunities to develop leadership, resilience and service.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Student wellbeing is a central priority, with a dedicated counselling service offering confidential one-to-one sessions and group workshops focused on motivation, personal development and emotional resilience. All campuses are staffed with qualified first aiders to ensure physical safety. Mindfulness and Yoga are available through cocurriculars, and sports such as Boys Soccer and Girls Soccer support physical wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of study. French is studied as a second language starting from Kindergarten (5 years), with preparation for external DELF exams available for all ages. Italian language instruction begins in Grade 1, with programs for native Italian speakers and beginner Italian for international students. French and Italian teachers are native speakers.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Book tour. We offer campus tours and Open Days where you can ask questions, learn about our curriculum, and see learning in action. These visits provide an opportunity to observe the school environment and discuss questions with staff. The admissions process begins with scheduling a tour.

2. Complete the online application. Please upload: past 2 years of school reports, copy of passport or ID, any document disclosing your child's Special Educational Needs diagnosis (if applicable), any relevant document regarding guardianship or custody when a parent has full custody following a separation or divorce. A Reference Form is required for senior school applicants.

3. Assessment stage. Our Admissions Team will contact you to schedule a student interview and any necessary assessments. In some cases, entry assessments may be requested prior to the interview, depending on the student's previous schooling and report cards. All applicants for grades 9-12 are required to complete an entry assessment, regardless of educational background.

4. Offer of place. Within 5 working days of the interview or entry assessment, our Admissions Team will communicate our decision regarding the offer of a place. Families are asked to confirm their decision within 10 days of the Offer of Place by paying the Admission Fee. If this payment is not received, the place will be offered to the next applicant on our waiting list.

Waitlist
Waiting list. The school uses a waiting list for offers that are not immediately confirmed. If an offered place is not confirmed within 10 days by paying the Admission Fee, the place is offered to the next applicant on the waiting list.
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