The British American Pre-School and Bilingual European School (BAPS-BES)

Italy, Milan

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Italian

Fees €12,420 - 17,530

Ages 2 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Opened 1999

Bus Service Yes

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Academic offering

Curriculum IB (PYP), Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, Canadian Curriculum

Taught languages Italian, French, Spanish

Typical class size 22

Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM

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

Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School

Introduction

British American Pre-School and Bilingual European School (BAPS-BES) is located in Milan. BAPS-BES offers a continuous bilingual educational pathway in English and Italian for students aged 2 to 18. In the early years, the school follows the English Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), seamlessly transitioning into the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) during primary school. Instruction adopts a 50/50 language model, ensuring full immersion in both languages. The school replaces traditional classrooms with open learning landscapes, encouraging students to actively interact with their environment. A distinctive feature of BES is the integration of the Bruno Munari® Method within the Art and Technology department, which teaches creativity and visual communication through hands-on observation and experimentation. Furthermore, students can engage in practical science and engineering applications through Lego Education and Robotics, building real robots and programming their own video games using Scratch.

www.beschool.eu

This campus is part of Bilingual European School

Via Val Cismon, 9, 20162 Milano MI, Italy

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The Essentials

Location

Milano, Italy. The British American Pre-School and the Bilingual European School share a campus in the northern part of Milan, with two addresses: Via Val Cismon 9, 20162 Milano and Via Resegone 1A, 20159 Milano. The Istria stop on the M5 metro is about a five-minute walk from the campus.

Stages

The school accommodates students from ages 2 to 18 across four main stages. These include Nursery and Preschool for ages 2 to 6, Primary School for ages 6 to 11, Middle School for ages 11 to 14, and High School for ages 14 to 18.

Type

This is a co-educational day school. It does not offer boarding facilities for any year groups.

Additional learning support

The school uses an inclusion model to support students with special educational needs through differentiated classroom instruction. Additionally, an in-house Child Study Team featuring a school counselor, psychologist, and play therapist is available to assist students with their individual learning and developmental requirements.

Country affiliation

The school does not have a formal affiliation with a specific country, operating as an independent bilingual school.

Religious affiliation

The school does not have a religious affiliation.

School day structure

While specific daily timetables are not published, the standard school day is followed by an optional after-school program.

Bus service

The school provides a bus service for students commuting from different areas of Milan. The buses stop at various designated pick-up points around the city.

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Fees

Application & admission fees

- Pre-school (BAPS) one-time admission fee: EUR 1,350.
- BES Primary one-time admission fee: EUR 2,500 (reduced to EUR 1,000 for students transferring from BAPS).
- BES Middle one-time admission fee: EUR 2,500 (reduced to EUR 1,000 for students transferring from BES Primary).
- BES High School one-time admission fee: EUR 2,500 (reduced to EUR 1,000 for students transferring from BES Middle). For students currently in Year 8 registering into Year 9 a special admission charge of EUR 1,000 is shown in the published fees example.

Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts and annual registration fees)

- Pre-school (annual tuition component and annual registration):
- Toddlers (age 2): Tuition contribution EUR 10,920; Annual registration EUR 1,500; Total EUR 12,420.
- Nursery (age 3): Tuition contribution EUR 11,430; Annual registration EUR 1,500; Total EUR 12,930.
- Transition (age 4): Tuition contribution EUR 11,430; Annual registration EUR 1,500; Total EUR 12,930.
- Reception (age 5): Tuition contribution EUR 11,540; Annual registration EUR 1,500; Total EUR 13,040.

- Primary School (annual tuition contribution, annual registration and totals):
- Year 1: Tuition contribution EUR 11,830; Annual registration EUR 1,600; Total EUR 13,430.
- Year 2: Tuition contribution EUR 11,830; Annual registration EUR 1,600; Total EUR 13,430.
- Year 3: Tuition contribution EUR 11,830; Annual registration EUR 1,600; Total EUR 13,430.
- Year 4: Tuition contribution EUR 11,985; Annual registration EUR 1,600; Total EUR 13,585.
- Year 5: Tuition contribution EUR 11,985; Annual registration EUR 1,600; Total EUR 13,585.

- Middle School (annual tuition contribution, annual registration and totals):
- Year 6: Tuition contribution EUR 13,130; Annual registration EUR 1,900; Total EUR 15,030.
- Year 7: Tuition contribution EUR 13,130; Annual registration EUR 1,900; Total EUR 15,030.
- Year 8: Tuition contribution EUR 13,130; Annual registration EUR 1,900; Total EUR 15,030.

- High School (annual tuition contribution, annual registration and totals):
- Year 9: Tuition contribution EUR 15,530; Annual registration EUR 2,000; Total EUR 17,530.
- Year 10: Tuition contribution EUR 15,530; Annual registration EUR 2,000; Total EUR 17,530.
- Year 11 and Year 12: No annual tuition/registration amounts are published in the main 2026/27 fee sheet (fields shown as blank).

Other one-time and annual costs

- Building fund (one-time):
- Pre-school: EUR 600 (one-time).
- Primary / Middle / High: EUR 1,650 (one-time); reduced rate EUR 950 for students transferring internally from BAPS or from the previous BES stage as indicated.
- Refundable fee (one-time deposit): EUR 300.
- School meals (Pasti): EUR 1,405 (annual).
- Sibling discount: A 10% discount applies to the tuition contribution for the second and subsequent children concurrently attending the school.

Discounts and special offers (as published in the fee document)

- BES Ambassador Programme: a 30% reduction on the tuition contribution is published for eligible students (example shown for students currently in Year 8 admitted to Year 9). The published example shows the Ambassador discount at EUR 4,660 (30% of the Year 9 tuition contribution). Eligibility and application deadlines were specified in the published material for that promotional offer.
- BES Loyalty discount (published example): a one-off discount of EUR 2,500 is shown for certain returning students (example applied to Year 9 in the published schedule). The Ambassador and Loyalty discounts are shown as cumulative where applicable.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The published fees document lists the tuition contributions, annual registration fees and one-time charges but does not include a detailed billing schedule (for example precise invoice dates, term instalment dates or penalties for late payment are not shown in the public fee sheet). The fee document presents amounts as annual totals and one-time charges.

Boarding fees

- No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the published fee material; the school is presented as a day school covering pre-school through high school. No separate boarding charges appear in the fee schedule.

Refund information

- A refundable deposit (labelled "Refundable fee (una tantum)") of EUR 300 is listed as a one-time, refundable amount. The published fee sheet does not set out the detailed conditions or timing for return of that deposit on the face of the fee tables.

Fee payment options

- The published fee document sets out amounts and one-time charges but does not specify payment methods (for example bank transfer, credit/debit card acceptance, direct debit or online payment gateway) or the invoicing/payment channels in the fee tables. Payment methods and detailed payment instructions are not shown on the fee pages themselves.

Academics

Curriculum

The BES bilingual programme offers education in English and Italian from early years to high school. The curriculum integrates the Italian Ministerial Programme (MIUR) with the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and is delivered in both languages; Primary and Middle School teaching is 50% Italian and 50% English. In Primary, the PYP uses six transdisciplinary themes to connect learning across subjects and to develop cross‑curricular skills; English language teaching comprises about 15 hours per week. In Secondary, the BES curriculum meets MIUR requirements with a 50/50 language split and focuses on interdisciplinary inquiry, arts, drama and technology; the Learner Profile and international outlook mirror the IB framework and include Project Work on Wednesdays. BES High School offers a four‑year bilingual Liceo Scientifico that combines Italian parity with the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), delivering a double diploma and 33 hours per week of teaching; optional online courses allow earning additional OSSD credits toward the Canadian diploma, enabling access to universities worldwide.

Student Teacher Ratio

Maximum class size is normally 25 students. Classes are formed by a team including the headteacher, coordinators, and teachers.

Higher Education Progression

BES High School offers a four-year bilingual Liceo Scientifico that combines Italian parity with the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). The program runs 33 hours per week and enables earning OSSD credits, with some online courses available to gain additional credits. The Ontario Secondary School Diploma is a Canadian diploma recognized by universities worldwide, facilitating entry to higher education in Italy and internationally.

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Admissions

1. Submit an inquiry or book an interview by filling out the form on this page. The Admissions Team will respond promptly. This initial contact can be used to request information about BES and BAPS. You may also plan to attend an Open Day or book a tour as part of your preparation.

2. Admission is based on previous school experience and includes a personal interview and an assessment test for pupils aged 6 and up. Personal background is also taken into consideration to support pupils in our BAPS Full Immersion English Programme and BES bilingual programme. Applicants should be prepared to participate in the interview and the assessment test.

3. Parents and students are invited to attend an Open Day or book a tour of the school to learn more about the programme and enrollment options. Open Day events provide information about the programmes and enrollment options. Tours include explanations in Italian and/or English, and a member of the Admissions team can answer questions.

4. To see our school fees, click on the button below. View our school fees by clicking the "view our SCHOOL FEES" button. Fees information is provided on the admissions pages to help families plan enrollment.

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FAQs

What curriculum does Bilingual European School follow?

The BES bilingual programme offers education in English and Italian from early years to high school.

What are the tuition fees?

**Application & admission fees** - Pre-school (BAPS) one-time admission fee: EUR 1,350. - BES Primary one-time admission fee: EUR 2,500 (reduced to EUR 1,000 for students transferring from BAPS).

Where is Bilingual European School located?

What age groups does the school serve?

Nursery and Preschool; Primary School; Middle School; High School.

Does the school support students with SEN?

The Child Study Team, composed of two psychologists and a psychomotricist, ensures that the student and family experience the transfer to BES as smoothly as possible.

How does admissions work?

1. Submit an inquiry or book an interview by filling out the form on this page. The Admissions Team will respond promptly. This initial contact can be used to request information about BES and BAPS.

What accreditations does the school hold?

MIUR recognition — Primary and Middle School recognised by the Italian Ministry of Education (MIUR) WWF-Partner — partnership with the World Wildlife Fund Avangurdie Digitale — digital partner Project Zero — collaboration with Project Zero LEGO Educa

What languages are taught?

Italian and English are the languages of instruction. The BES bilingual programme is designed around Italian and English language proficiency.

What wellbeing support is available?

The BES recognises the importance of helping students manage their emotions and behaviours in a positive and constructive way.

What facilities does the school have?

The British American Pre-School and the Bilingual European School share a Milan campus with a bilingual program from ages 2 to 18. The campus is surrounded by a garden of over 4,500 square meters, supporting outdoor learning.

When was Bilingual European School founded?

Founded in 1999, the Bilingual European School is the first bilingual school in Milan. It is a Paritarian Primary and Secondary School with Italian and native English-speaking teachers and has offered a cutting-edge educational approach for years.

What extracurricular activities are available?

Drama clubs provide opportunities to prepare performances for families and the school community, fostering creativity and communication.

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