Saint Denis School

Italy, Turin

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The school at a glance

Instructs in Italian, English

Fees €4,900 - 5,500

Ages 3 - 14 years

Type Co-educational

Opened 1981

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum Italian Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary)

Taught languages English, French

Strengths Languages, Sport, Performing Arts

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Academic and Intellectual

Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School

Introduction

Saint Denis School in Turin is a private, bilingual paritaria school offering a blended Italian curriculum with Cambridge syllabi. It serves children aged 3 to 14. The Nursery and Primary follow Cambridge Primary Curriculum in English subjects: English, Science, Digital Literacy, Global Perspectives, Art and Design, and Music. In Lower Secondary, students follow Cambridge Lower Secondary with English, Mathematics, Science, Digital Literacy, Global Perspectives, and Music. The Italian Ministry curriculum is supplemented by Cambridge syllabi, and Cambridge assessment includes Progression Tests and Cambridge Checkpoint at Primary and Secondary. In Middle School, two Cambridge pathways: International (14 hours/week in English) and International Plus (20 hours/week in English), with French as a third language (2 hours/week). Preschool prepares children for Cambridge Primary. The school operates on two campuses: Via San Massimo 21 bis, Turin, and Corso Moncalieri 52/a along the Po. Saint Denis is recognized by Italian Ministry and Cambridge International Education.

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Via San Massimo 21 bis, Torino; Corso Moncalieri 52/a, Torino

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The Essentials

Location

Turin, Italy. The historic Saint Denis campus sits in the Crimea district along the Po River in the Turin hills, with a second campus in central Turin. The school operates as a private, bilingual institution.

Stages

Infanzia Paritaria Bilingue (Kindergarten bilingual Italian-English): The kindergarten curriculum emphasizes natural, spontaneous English language learning from the youngest age. For the three-year kindergarten, all morning activities up to lunch are conducted in English (20 hours per week); afternoon activities are conducted in Italian by the class teachers. Primaria Paritaria ad Indirizzo Linguistico (Primary School with linguistic track): The curriculum includes an Italian-English-French linguistic track. English is taught for 13-15 hours per week and French for 1-2 hours per week, alongside standard subjects taught in Italian. Scuola Secondaria di Primo Grado Paritaria Internazionale (Middle School with international track): The Saint Denis Middle School combines the Italian ministerial program with Cambridge International syllabi, supported by a prepared teaching team and modern teaching methods. At the end of the three-year program, students earn a double certification (MIM and Cambridge International Education).

Type

Private, bilingual, state-supported (paritaria) school in Turin; Cambridge International curriculum is used in the Middle School.

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Fees

Registration / Application fee
- Registration (application) fee: EUR 290.00.

Annual tuition by year group (amounts shown as annual totals)
- Nursery (Preschool) — Full day (07:30–18:30): EUR 5,200.00 per year.
- Nursery (Preschool) — Half day (07:30–13:30): EUR 4,900.00 per year.
- Primary School: EUR 5,500.00 per year.
- Middle School (Lower Secondary) — Cambridge International Programme: EUR 5,500.00 per year.

Per-term / billing detail and enrolment payment requirement
- Tuition amounts above are stated as annual fees. For first-time enrollment, an initial payment of EUR 550.00 (corresponding to the September installment) is required at enrollment in addition to the registration fee. Heating/service contributions and some charges are invoiced separately and in installments as noted below.

Mandatory additional contributions and administrative charges
- Heating contribution: two installments of EUR 190.00 each.
- Secretary / administrative fee (where specified): EUR 120.00 (listed for Primary and Middle School).

Programme / examination fees
- Cambridge International School fee (Preschool): EUR 350.00.
- Cambridge International School fee (Primary): EUR 450.00.
- Cambridge International School fee (Middle School): EUR 650.00.
- The costs of language certification examinations (Cambridge, DELF) and Cambridge Checkpoints are invoiced separately and are not included in the annual tuition or Cambridge programme fees.

Optional / extra costs
- Middle School optional “Plus” Programme: EUR 1,450.00.
- Assisted Study (only for Cambridge International Programme students): EUR 1,200.00.
- After‑school supervision (until 18:30): EUR 600.00 (where offered as an extra).
- Supplementary extracurricular activities (e.g., swimming, dance, Latin) are charged separately from the tuition and must be paid in addition to the annual fee.

Sibling discounts and concessions
- Families with two or more children attending the school receive a reduced tuition rate from the second child: Nursery reduced to EUR 4,900.00/year; Primary and Middle School reduced to EUR 5,200.00/year for the second child onward. The annual registration fee and the heating contribution are due for one child only in most cases (exceptions apply for the first year).

Boarding
- Boarding is not offered; the school operates as a day school with early‑arrival supervision and after‑school services.

Uniform and related costs
- A basic school uniform is required: a white polo shirt, a sweater/sweatshirt/vest, and navy blue pants or skirt plus discreet shoes. Parents are responsible for purchasing uniform items; uniform items are listed as required but specific prices are not included in the fee schedule.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school specifies an initial September payment (EUR 550.00) for first‑time enrollments and shows certain contributions billed in installments (for example, heating in two installments). Other billing details (exact invoicing schedule, number of tuition installments, deadlines for balances) are arranged through the school's administrative office.

Refunds and cancellations
- Refund and cancellation terms are administered by the school's administrative office and are applied according to the school's enrolment and administrative rules; specific refund amounts or formal refund policy language are handled by the school.

Fee payment options and how payments are handled
- Payment administration is managed by the school secretariat/administration; contact details for the secretariat are provided for payment arrangements and invoicing queries. Accepted payment methods are managed directly by the school office.

Practical notes for parents (fee items to expect on invoices)
- Typical invoice items: registration fee (one‑off), annual tuition, programme/Cambridge fees, secretary/administrative fee (if applicable), heating/service contribution (two installments), optional activity charges (extracurriculars, Plus programme, assisted study), and uniform or equipment purchases billed separately.

Academics

Curriculum

Saint Denis School combines the Italian national curriculum with Cambridge International Education syllabi. Cambridge Primary Curriculum includes English, Science, Digital Literacy, Global Perspectives, Art and Design, and Music. Cambridge Lower Secondary Curriculum includes English, Mathematics, Science, Digital Literacy, Global Perspectives, and Music. The Italian Ministry curriculum is supplemented by Cambridge syllabi. The Cambridge assessment system consists of Cambridge Progression Tests (ongoing) and Cambridge Checkpoint (end of Primary and Secondary), and in Middle School there are two Cambridge pathways: Cambridge International (14 hours per week in English) and Cambridge International Plus (20 hours per week in English), with French taught as a third language for 2 hours per week; Preschool prepares children for Cambridge Primary, continuing through Primary and into Lower Secondary.

Exam Results

Cambridge assessment has two levels: Cambridge Progression Tests (ongoing) and Cambridge Checkpoint (end of Primary and Secondary). Both assess and certify competencies across subjects, and students can earn language certifications and additional certificates through these assessments.

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Admissions

1. Start the process by filling out the simple contact form. A member of the Saint Denis School team will provide all information required to enroll in the school. The admissions pathway covers Infanzia (Preschool), Primaria (Primary), and Scuola Secondaria (Lower Secondary). This initial contact begins the enrollment journey.

2. Review the level options and cost structure. The registration fee is 290 EUR. Tuition is level-dependent: Infanzia is 5,200 EUR for full-time (7:30–18:30) or 4,900 EUR for half-day (7:30–13:30); Primaria is 5,500 EUR; Secondary is 5,500 EUR. Heating contributions are 190 EUR in two installments, and the Secretariat fee is 120 EUR; Cambridge International fees apply if choosing the Cambridge pathway (350 EUR for Preschool; 450 EUR for Primary; 650 EUR for Secondary). The school year length is set by the Piedmont region, and Summer School is optional.

3. Arrange enrollment and pay the required fees to secure a place. Families with two or more children receive tuition discounts starting from the second child (Infanzia 4,900 EUR/year; Primaria 5,200 EUR/year; Secondary 5,200 EUR/year). For admission to the first grade, a payment of 550 EUR (covering September's tuition) is due together with the 290 EUR registration. The above amounts do not include costs for language certification Cambridge/Delf and Cambridge Check Points. Cambridge International fees apply if opting for the Cambridge pathway (Preschool 350 EUR; Primary 450 EUR; Secondary 650 EUR).

4. Completion of enrollment and language/certification information. At the end of Primary and Lower Secondary, students obtain a double certification of the competencies acquired (Italian Ministry of Education and Cambridge International Education). The school offers a bilingual Infant Program (Italian-English), a Primary Program with Italian-English-French, and an International-oriented Lower Secondary Program. Cambridge and Delf language certifications are supported as part of the language pathway.

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FAQs

Where are Saint Denis School's campuses located?

Saint Denis operates two campuses in Turin: the Via San Massimo site in central Turin and the Corso Moncalieri campus along the Po River (Corso Moncalieri 52a). Both campuses support the bilingual program and the Cambridge/Italian curricula.

What age range does Saint Denis School serve?

Saint Denis welcomes students from age 3 to 14, covering preschool through lower secondary.

What curriculum does Saint Denis School follow and how are Cambridge and Italian curricula integrated?

The school blends the Italian national curriculum with Cambridge International syllabi. Preschool aligns with Cambridge Primary, and Lower Secondary uses Cambridge Lower Secondary alongside the Italian ministry program.

What are the tuition fees by year group?

Tuition by year group is: Nursery full day 5,200 EUR/year, Nursery half day 4,900 EUR/year; Primary 5,500 EUR/year; Middle School (Cambridge International) 5,500 EUR/year. Cambridge programme fees are extra: Preschool 350 EUR, Primary 450 EUR, Middle School 650 EUR.

What additional costs should families expect besides tuition?

In addition to tuition, there is a 290 EUR registration fee; heating contributions of 190 EUR each (two installments); a 120 EUR secretary/administrative fee where applicable; Cambridge examination or certification fees; and optional extras such as Plus Programme, assisted study, after‑school supervision, and extracurricular activities.

Is there a sibling discount?

Yes. From the second child onward, Nursery tuition is reduced to 4,900 EUR/year and Primary/Middle School tuition to 5,200 EUR/year (with the registration and heating terms applying primarily to one child).

How does Cambridge integrate with the Italian curriculum at Saint Denis?

The Italian ministry curriculum is supplemented by Cambridge syllabi; in Middle School there are two Cambridge pathways: Cambridge International (14 hours/week in English) and Cambridge International Plus (20 hours/week in English), with French taught as a third language for 2 hours per week.

What certifications do students receive at the end of Primary and Lower Secondary?

At the end of Primary and Lower Secondary, students earn a double certification: the Italian Ministry of Education credential and the Cambridge International Education certificate.

What Cambridge assessments are used?

Cambridge uses ongoing Cambridge Progression Tests and Cambridge Checkpoint at the end of Primary and Secondary; language certifications (Cambridge English and DELF) are prepared within the language pathway.

How many campuses does the school have and where are they located?

The school has two campuses: Via San Massimo in central Turin and Corso Moncalieri along the Po River.

What facilities support learning and sport?

Both campuses offer spacious, renovated spaces with modern technology; the extracurricular program includes a wide range of sports (swimming, dance, aikido, karate, fencing, yoga) and morning sports such as athletics and team games.

What about after-school and extracurricular spaces?

After-school supervision runs until 18:30, and there are after-school clubs in music, theatre in English, language workshops (French, Latin), coding, plus field trips and study tours as part of the program.

What extracurricular activities are offered?

After-school clubs include music (keyboard, guitar, drums, choir), a Theatre in English program, French and Latin workshops, and coding.

Are there language-immersion or language-focused opportunities?

Yes. The school supports Cambridge English exams and DELF for French, and offers immersion through activities like Blue Week and study tours with native speakers.

Are field trips part of the program?

Yes. The program includes field trips and study tours, plus a Blue Week for Primary and a Summer School option.

How does the school support inclusion and SEN?

An Inclusion Plan (PAI) is prepared annually, with a psychologist supporting inclusion; there are BES students who receive targeted interventions as part of a structured support approach.

What EAL provisions exist?

English is taught 13–15 hours per week and French 1–2 hours; the school employs native English and native French specialists, and offers Cambridge ESOL certifications and DELF.

How is student wellbeing safeguarded?

Wellbeing is promoted through personalized teaching, peer education, and cooperative learning, with ongoing progress monitoring; safeguarding is supported by the Inclusion Plan and involvement of a psychologist.

Is boarding offered at Saint Denis School?

No. Saint Denis is a day school with early arrival supervision and after‑school services.

What does the school uniform look like?

A basic uniform consists of a white polo shirt, a navy sweater/sweatshirt/vest, navy pants or a skirt, and discreet shoes; parents purchase the uniform items.

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