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Institut Saint-Dominique

Italy, Rome

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, English, Italian
Fees €5,870 - 13,850
Ages 1 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 300
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Cambridge International AS Levels, French Curriculum
Taught languages French, English, Italian
Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment, Sport
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Institut Saint-Dominique (ISD Rome) is a private international school in Rome, part of the Odyssey Education group. It is affiliated with France through AEFE and accredited by the French Ministry of Education; boarding is available. The school serves students from ages 1 to 18. Primary education is bilingual, while secondary study offers the French Baccalaureate or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. In the IB section, instruction is in English and most courses are taught in English, with other languages offered at advanced levels and small class sizes. The Diploma Programme includes Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service, and features a five-week IB immersion in Rome for students in Grade 9–11. The 6-hectare campus hosts two libraries, a science laboratory, a theatre/performance hall, a music room, and a visual arts room, plus sports facilities, on-site dining, and a nurse. ISD Rome emphasizes Dominican values, multilingual education, and pathways to universities worldwide.

Via Igino Lega, 5, 00189 Roma RM, Italy

The Essentials

Institut Saint-Dominique has 300 pupils, instruction in French, English, Italian.

Location
Rome, Lazio, Italy. The campus is at Via Igino Lega 5, 00189 Rome, about 30 minutes from the historic center.

Stages
Preschool from 18 months; Elementary from 6 to 11; Middle school from 11 to 15; High school from 15 to 18; The High school offers the International Baccalaureate.

Type
Private international school in Rome; boarding is available; part of the Odyssey Education group; accredited by the French Ministry of Education and AEFE partner.

Additional learning support
Dedicated support staff includes a pedagogical advisor; specialized teachers (FLE); a school nurse and a psychologist for students with special needs; and a classroom assistant.

Country affiliation
Affiliated with France through AEFE (Agency for French Education Abroad).

Religious affiliation
Catholic affiliation; rooted in the Dominican tradition and provides religious instruction.

School day structure
After-school and study options are available: Garderie from 15:30 to 18:00 for preschool; 15:30 to 18:00 for elementary; 16:30 to 18:00 for middle school and high school, with registration per period or year.

Bus service
Two bus lines operate in Rome with a possible third; registration is annual and covers the full school calendar; younger students are escorted to their classes on arrival; multiple tariff options; AEFE scholarships can cover transport for French residents in Italy.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Two boarding options: 5 days a week and 7 days a week. The 5 days a week option allows students to stay Sunday evening to Friday after classes, then return home for weekends. The 7 days a week option allows students to stay on campus throughout the week, including weekends, returning home only during school holidays. Single or double rooms with private bathrooms and toilets. Mandatory evening study time in a dedicated room. Areas dedicated to boarders include a common room with a relaxation area and television, a fitness room and a table tennis room. Recreational and cultural outings are organized on weekends. The boarding school accepts students from 6ème (Garde 6) to Terminale (Grade 12). The IB and French programmes are offered with trilingual teaching at the school (French, English, Italian).

Food Options
Meals are cooked on site through an internal school meals service in partnership with Vivenda. Menus are adapted to the nutritional needs of pupils, with high-quality, varied products and guidance to follow a full menu. Food allergies or intolerances are managed with an individualized plan (Projet d'Accueil Individualisé – PAI).

Governance and Ownership
Part of the Odyssey Education group; accredited by the French Ministry of Education and recognised as a partner of AEFE.
Fees

Annual tuition at Institut Saint-Dominique ranges from EUR 5,870 to EUR 13,850 for 2026/27.

Frais d'inscription

- Nouvelle inscription (Droit de Première Inscription) : EUR 1,750.00. Early‑payment reduction on the first‑registration fee if paid before the early deadline: EUR 1,225.00.
- Réinscription (Droit Annuel d'Inscription) : EUR 750.00. Early‑payment reduction on the re‑registration fee if paid before the early deadline: EUR 525.00.

Frais de scolarité — montants annuels par cycle / parcours (2025–2026)

- Pré‑maternelle (TPS) : EUR 6,050.00 par an.
- Maternelle : EUR 7,450.00 par an.
- Élémentaire : EUR 7,800.00 par an.
- Collège (parcours régulier) : EUR 8,600.00 par an.
- Collège (parcours Cambridge) : EUR 9,900.00 par an.
- PRE‑IB / Grade 9 : EUR 9,900.00 par an.
- Lycée (2nde – 1ère – Terminale, régulier et ESABAC) : EUR 9,700.00 par an.
- PRE‑IB / Grade 10 : EUR 16,100.00 par an.
- IB DP (Grade 11–12) : EUR 16,100.00 par an.

Frais de restauration (cantine) — annuels

- TPS & Maternelle : EUR 1,100.00 par an.
- Élémentaire / Collège / Lycée : EUR 1,650.00 par an.

Frais d'examens (le cas échéant)

- Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB) – Classe de 3ème : EUR 60.00.
- Épreuves anticipées du Baccalauréat (EAB) – Classe de 1ère : EUR 130.00.
- Baccalauréat – Classe de Terminale : EUR 300.00.
- Frais d'examen Grade 12 (IB/équivalents) : EUR 750.00.

Internat — formules et frais annuels (internat, pension et services)

- Formule 5 jours, chambre double : EUR 21,650.00 (6ème–3ème); EUR 22,950.00 (Cambridge / Grade 9 / PTM); EUR 21,650.00 (2nde–Terminale); EUR 28,050.00 (Grade 10–11–12).
- Formule 5 jours, chambre simple : EUR 23,650.00 (6ème–3ème); EUR 24,950.00 (Cambridge / Grade 9 / PTM); EUR 23,650.00 (2nde–Terminale); EUR 30,050.00 (Grade 10–11–12).
- Formule 7 jours, chambre double : EUR 25,650.00 (6ème–3ème); EUR 26,950.00 (Cambridge / Grade 9 / PTM); EUR 25,650.00 (2nde–Terminale); EUR 32,050.00 (Grade 10–11–12).
- Formule 7 jours, chambre simple : EUR 27,650.00 (6ème–3ème); EUR 28,950.00 (Cambridge / Grade 9 / PTM); EUR 27,650.00 (2nde–Terminale); EUR 34,050.00 (Grade 10–11–12).
- Dépôt de garantie et caisse pour dépenses imprévues (obligatoire la première année) : EUR 500.00 + EUR 500.00 (montants indiqués pour les formules). Accueil dimanche soir (supplément annuel) : EUR 1,000.00.

Autres coûts / services facultatifs (annuels)

- Transport scolaire (service annuel) : EUR 2,950.00.
- Garderie maternelle / Étude élémentaire : EUR 600.00.
- Activités extrascolaires : catalogue et tarifs publiés en début d'année (frais variables).
- Fournitures scolaires : incluses pour l'ensemble du primaire dans les frais annuels de scolarité.
- Tenue scolaire / uniformes : la tenue scolaire est à la charge de la famille; aucun montant forfaitaire uniforme imprimé dans la grille tarifaire annuelle.

Modalités de facturation, échéances et conditions de paiement

- Facturation : la facture annuelle regroupe les frais annuels de scolarité et de cantine ainsi que les taxes d'examen et les dépenses pédagogiques listées. En cas de départ en cours d'année, la tranche annuelle des frais de scolarité et le transport scolaire restent dus pour le trimestre de référence ; la cantine est calculée au prorata des mois utilisés.
- Options de paiement disponibles durant l'année scolaire (trois modalités) :
- Paiement annuel intégral, effectué au plus tard avant la rentrée (paiement annuel exigé par virement bancaire pour la modalité annuelle).
- Paiement trimestriel en trois versements : paiements répartis en 40% / 30% / 30% de la tranche annuelle restante (après déduction des sommes payées à l'inscription), avec échéances en septembre, décembre et mars. Les pourcentages et échéances sont appliqués sur la facture annuelle.
- Paiement mensuel en 9 versements : échéances mensuelles de septembre à mai (après déduction des sommes payées lors de l'inscription).
- Modalité par défaut : si la famille ne précise pas la modalité et la fréquence choisies, le paiement est effectué trimestriellement par prélèvement bancaire SEPA. Les paiements par chèque et en espèces ne sont pas acceptés.

Exemples de répartition (calculs basés sur la tranche annuelle et la répartition 40% / 30% / 30%)

- Pré‑maternelle (EUR 6,050.00) : versements trimestriels (40% / 30% / 30%) = EUR 2,420.00 ; EUR 1,815.00 ; EUR 1,815.00. Paiement mensuel (9 mois) = EUR 672.22 par mois.
- Maternelle (EUR 7,450.00) : trimestriels = EUR 2,980.00 ; EUR 2,235.00 ; EUR 2,235.00. Mensuel = EUR 827.78.
- Élémentaire (EUR 7,800.00) : trimestriels = EUR 3,120.00 ; EUR 2,340.00 ; EUR 2,340.00. Mensuel = EUR 866.67.
- Collège parcours régulier (EUR 8,600.00) : trimestriels = EUR 3,440.00 ; EUR 2,580.00 ; EUR 2,580.00. Mensuel = EUR 955.56.
- Collège Cambridge / PRE‑IB Grade 9 (EUR 9,900.00) : trimestriels = EUR 3,960.00 ; EUR 2,970.00 ; EUR 2,970.00. Mensuel = EUR 1,100.00.
- Lycée (2nde–Terminale, EUR 9,700.00) : trimestriels = EUR 3,880.00 ; EUR 2,910.00 ; EUR 2,910.00. Mensuel = EUR 1,077.78.
- PRE‑IB / IB DP (EUR 16,100.00) : trimestriels = EUR 6,440.00 ; EUR 4,830.00 ; EUR 4,830.00. Mensuel = EUR 1,788.89.

(Note : les montants trimestriels et mensuels ci‑dessus sont des calculs effectués à partir de la tranche annuelle et de la répartition des échéances indiquée pour la modalité trimestrielle et mensuelle; la première somme due peut être ajustée après déduction des paiements effectués lors de l'inscription.)

Remboursements et annulations

- Les frais d'ouverture de dossier et les frais de première inscription ne sont pas remboursables en cas d'annulation ou de renoncement. En cas de départ anticipé en cours d'année, la tranche annuelle des frais de scolarité et le transport scolaire restent dus pour le trimestre de référence ; la cantine est calculée au prorata des mois de fréquentation. Des pénalités et intérêts de retard peuvent être appliqués en cas de défaut de paiement.

Modes de paiement acceptés

- Virement bancaire (le paiement annuel est indiqué comme payable exclusivement par virement bancaire pour l'option annuelle).
- Prélèvement bancaire SEPA (prélèvement direct). Si aucune modalité de paiement n'est choisie, la facturation est réglée par prélèvement SEPA trimestriel par défaut.
- Les paiements par chèque et en espèces ne sont pas acceptés.

Remises et réductions

- Réduction pour paiement annuel anticipé : tarif réduit (pourcentage variable selon l'année / échéance indiquée dans la grille tarifaire ; seuils et dates limites précisés dans la grille). Pour 2025–2026, une réduction pour paiement annuel anticipé est indiquée.
- Réduction fratrie : réduction de 10% sur la tranche annuelle des frais de scolarité à partir du 2ᵉ enfant inscrit.

(La présente synthèse reprend les montants et modalités applicables pour l'année scolaire 2025–2026 ; les montants annuels, les frais d'internat et les options facultatives sont indiqués ci‑dessus conformément à la grille tarifaire et au règlement financier de l'établissement.)
Academics

Institut Saint-Dominique teaches IB (DP), Cambridge International AS Levels, French Curriculum for students aged 1 to 18.

Curriculum
Primary education is bilingual. The primary program runs Maternelle (18 months–6 years) and Élémentaire (6–11 years). Secondary education includes Collège (11–15) and Lycée (15–18), with the International Baccalaureate (IB) available for Grades 9–12. In the IB section, instruction is in English and most courses are taught in English, with other languages taught at advanced levels; classes are small. The IB Diploma Programme requires choosing courses across Groups 1–6 with HL/SL levels, and includes the core components Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS). There is also a five-week IB immersion in Rome for students in Grade 9–11.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school fosters a climate of benevolence and equity with relationships based on listening and mutual respect, building a climate of fraternity. Personal well-being and growth are central to the school's projects, with individualized support, progress tracking, and a focus on students' well-being and development through extracurricular activities and positive disciplines. An atmosphere of listening, cooperation, and solidarity guides interactions, and families are fully involved in school life.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
An inclusive approach is supported by a Health Pole with a nurse and a school psychologist who work with the teaching team to provide personalized follow-up and in-class sessions on health and psychology. The Health Pole is a place of reception, listening, guidance and first aid under the supervision of a school nurse. The nurse is bound by professional confidentiality. A speech therapist is available to conduct speech and language assessments and therapy. The psychologist and speech therapist collaborate with the educational staff to support students with special needs and to facilitate their school integration, with family involvement.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Within the framework of the French national education program, Odyssey schools deliver academic instruction in French and English, taught from early years by native-speaking teachers in an intercultural and multilingual approach. In addition, instruction in the language of the host country is provided to foster cultural openness and to enable students to return to the local curriculum. Learners can express themselves fluently in three languages and possess key skills for meeting the challenges of the 21st century.

Mental Wellbeing
Psychological support is available to provide listening and support to help individuals reflect and progress. An on-site wellbeing space offers individual, family, or staff sessions with the school psychologist. Consultations can be scheduled by appointment to address mental health and well-being needs.

Safeguarding
The health pole manages care and emergencies, including first aid and child protection. The nurse operates under professional confidentiality and coordinates with teachers and families to ensure safe care. The school collaborates with the psychologist and other specialists to follow students with health or developmental needs and to safeguard their wellbeing.
Parent Experience

History
ISD Rome was founded more than 60 years ago by the Roman Congregation of Saint-Dominique to provide Rome and the world with a rigorous and demanding Dominican education, while guiding students with kindness on a journey of openness to the world and integral human development. The school, part of the Odyssey Education group, is accredited by the French Ministry of Education and recognized as a partner school of AEFE. Inspired by Dominican tradition, ISD Rome offers a multilingual education from early years through high school. This enduring mission is reflected in the programs and initiatives IISD has put in place over 60 years in service of its students and families.

Community
ISD Rome is a close-knit community that includes current students across all levels, including boarding students such as Jeanne (boarding student in 6th grade) and Sofia (11th grade). The school maintains a dynamic network through its alumni, who are active around the world and pursue diverse paths, enriched by ISD's values and academic excellence. An alumni association was established in June 2011 to build a network of former students, parents, and teachers and to foster ongoing connections through mentoring, events, and opportunities. Alumni work in fields such as diplomacy, entrepreneurship, research, the arts, and high-level sports.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parents Association (APE) represents the interests of parents within the Institute International Saint-Dominique de Rome. Parents are full members of the educational community and have regular, trust-based relations with the school. The APE informs about school life in general, ongoing reforms, and student directions; it is authorized to communicate its actions to other parents through documents distributed to students. The APE serves as an intermediary, working in direct contact with the head of the establishment and with the school community (educational counselors, teachers, etc.). The APE collaborates with the school to support the education of the children. For further information, the admissions team is available to answer questions.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The 6-hectare green campus features a range of facilities and services designed for students' work, personal development and comfort. It includes two libraries, a science classroom and a laboratory, a theatre/performance hall, a music room, and a visual arts room. Outdoor facilities include a garden, two playgrounds, an athletic track and a gymnasium. On-site dining and wellbeing services include a cafeteria area with a school nurse, a health and wellbeing space, two parking lots, and a snack bar, plus a new café space for gatherings.

Sports Facilities
Two collective sports fields, an athletics track and a gymnasium support physical education. Additional outdoor facilities include two playgrounds suitable for outdoor activities.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities include two libraries and a science classroom with a laboratory. Arts-focused spaces include a theatre/performance hall, a music room and a visual arts room.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular spaces support arts and student life, including a theatre/performance hall, a music room and a visual arts room. A garden area provides outdoor learning and project space. A new café space offers informal gathering on campus.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
ISD Rome offers a bilingual international education at the secondary level with a choice between the French Baccalaureate and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. The IB Diploma Programme is taught entirely in English. The school serves as a gateway to top universities worldwide, with graduates admitted to universities across Europe and beyond. ISD Rome is part of the Odyssey Education network, aligning with international educational standards.

Arts & Creative
The school provides a broad Arts and Sports program as part of extracurricular activities. The Arts track includes a Music Academy with private instrumental lessons and opportunities to join orchestral projects, as well as visual arts, theatre for the Lycée, and a chess club. The sports program covers Motricité, Football, Mini Tennis, Dance, Basketball, Boxing, and Multisport. This ensemble of arts and performance options is designed to complement the academic program throughout the year.

Cultural & Language
Languages are a central feature, with a dedicated Language department and staff teaching English across levels, including English as a foreign language, Cambridge offerings, and IB-related language courses. The department covers English (LV1, LLCE, TOK), Italian (LVE, LVM), and ESABAC for Collège–Lycée, with additional language specialists supporting LVA and other language pathways. The school maintains a strong multilingual culture with ESABAC and Cambridge connections as part of its language offerings.

Social & Hobbies
Extrascolaire includes After School & Garderie services, providing a quiet study space, teacher supervision, homework help, and family notifications for absences; hours vary by cycle, with after-school supervision offered from 15:30 to 18:00 for primary and 16:30 to 18:00 for middle/high school. Centre aéré and Holiday Camps offer multilingual, culturally rich sessions during school holidays with programs in English, French, and Italian, plus arts, sports, and science activities. The lycée also hosts a Theatre program and a Chess Club, enriching student life beyond academics.

Community & Service
Vita spirituale e Pastorale describes ISD Rome as a Catholic school rooted in Dominican values, with faith formation integrated into daily life. The five core values are intellectual pursuit of truth, freedom of thought and action, trust, hospitality and respect, and a daily faith formation approach grounded in scripture. The pastoral program includes catechesis and pastoral activities across grade levels, with a dedicated coordinator and contact for pastoral matters. Charitable projects and service to others are emphasized as part of the school community.

Leadership & Professional
ISD Rome organizes its pedagogy within the Odyssey Education network, which guides its international, mission-driven approach. The school assigns specialised roles in the English-language and international-curriculum pathways, including an IB CAS & EE coordinator and a university counselor to support student planning. The leadership and pastoral teams include coordinators for spirituality and academic disciplines, reflecting a structured, globally oriented school culture.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Physical education is a central component of daily life, with a comprehensive sports program including Motricité, Football, Mini Tennis, Dance, Basketball, Boxing, and Multisport, emphasizing health, confidence, teamwork, and character. The wellbeing focus is reinforced by spiritual life activities and pastoral care designed to foster a climate of fraternity and mutual respect. Mindfulness and wellbeing-related workshops are also offered in events such as Open Days, featuring sessions on body and mind wellbeing in multiple languages.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches French, English, and Italian from Nursery onward; Italian is taught weekly (two hours in Nursery and three hours weekly in Elementary), with ongoing multilingual development to fluency.

Bilingual Teaching
Multilingual education in French, English and Italian from Nursery School, with alternating days in French and English and two hours of Italian per week.

Immersion Programs
Daily immersion in French, English and Italian in a multilingual setting, with alternating language days and weekly Italian instruction.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Complete your online application on the Eduka portal. Documents to upload include school reports and photocopies of the parents' and child's passports. The school welcomes students of all nationalities and backgrounds. Every application is carefully and thoroughly reviewed by the school management, who assess each student's ability to integrate and succeed within our educational environment. Enrollment at the Institut International Saint-Dominique of Rome requires full adherence to its educational values as well as its operational rules, which ensure the cohesion of the school community.

2. Pedagogical meeting and admission response. After submitting the application, a pedagogical interview will be offered within 5 business days. Your child's place will be confirmed by email within 2–3 days following the admission committee's decision. The process ensures the child's fit with the school environment is carefully evaluated.

3. Payment of tuition fees. Once admission is confirmed, you are invited to pay the first registration fees. These fees are non-refundable in case of withdrawal. Your child's enrollment will be definitively confirmed by email within 7 days of payment. Rates for 2025-2026, 2026-2027, and 2026-2027 Boarding are published.
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