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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
Part of
Bilingual European School
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.

This campus is part of Bilingual European School

Via Val Cismon, 9, 20162 Milano MI, Italy

The Essentials

The British American Pre-School and Bilingual European School (BAPS-BES) has typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English, Italian.

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.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Smart Food at BES: Meals are prepared by Soluzione Servizi. The kitchen follows the rhythms of the seasons, with fruits and vegetables always present and protein sources varied. Special meals are prepared for children with dietary restrictions.

Governance and Ownership
Paritarian Primary and Secondary School with Italian and native English-speaking teachers; Globeducate member.
Fees

Annual tuition at The British American Pre-School and Bilingual European School (BAPS-BES) ranges from EUR 12,420 to EUR 17,530 for 2026/27.

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

The British American Pre-School and Bilingual European School (BAPS-BES) teaches IB (PYP), Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, Canadian Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.

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.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The BES recognises the importance of helping students manage their emotions and behaviours in a positive and constructive way. The 'Size of the problem' method is used as a socio-emotional learning (SEL) tool to help students assess the magnitude of their problems and respond appropriately. The method teaches students to adjust their emotional response to the severity of the situation, reducing overreactions and improving coping skills. It is integrated into daily classroom routines, counselling sessions and conflict-resolution strategies, using visual tools, role-playing and group discussions. The approach fosters emotional intelligence, self-regulation and a calm, supportive learning environment for students. Studies show SEL strategies like the 'Size of the problem' method can lead to long-term benefits, including improved academic performance, better mental health and stronger interpersonal relationships, with CASEL reporting an average 11% increase in academic achievement.

Special Educational Needs (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. The team handles all steps related to school life and guides families to make the transition a positive experience.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The BES bilingual programme uses English and Italian. In Primary School the bilingual programme is based on a 50% English - 50% Italian model. The school integrates the Italian Ministerial Programme (MIUR) with the Primary Years Programme (PYP) in Italian and English. The BAPS campus provides a full-immersion English environment for early years.

Mental Wellbeing
The Primary Years Programme (PYP) places great emphasis on the pupil's personal growth. The Learner Profile promotes the child's development physically, intellectually, emotionally and ethically. Pupils learn to learn and develop cross‑disciplinary skills within the PYP. The PSPE (Physical, Social and Personal Education) programme focuses on well-being through motor, social and personal development, with one hour of PE per week in Years 1–3 and activities at external venues from Year 4 onward. Drama nurtures self‑confidence, communication skills and awareness of one's feelings.

Safeguarding
The Child Study Team, consisting of two psychologists and a psychomotor therapist, supports safeguarding by ensuring smooth transitions for students and families and addressing individual needs.
Parent Experience

History
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. It is the natural continuation of the British American Pre-School (BAPS), a full English preschool and kindergarten founded in 1987. The school complements the Italian ministerial programme with the Primary Years Programme (PYP) of the IBO.

Community
The BES and BAPS share the same campus in Milan, creating a connected community for ages 2 to 18. BES emphasizes bilingual education, developing English and Italian language proficiency and an international mindset to become global citizens. Families are invited to attend an Open Day to observe learning and meet staff.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
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. Learning spaces include a Knowledge Centre for reading, reflection, experimentation, collaboration and critical thinking, and a 1+1 Lab that blends science and art and includes a 3D printer. A LEGO Lab provides LEGO Education Innovation Studio resources for robotics and coding. The indoor spaces include a spacious School Gym for physical education and events, while the Smart Food at BES program emphasizes seasonal meals, fresh produce, limited plastic use and meals prepared by Soluzione Servizi.

Sports Facilities
From Year 4 to Year 8, sport activities are held at Quanta Village, with volleyball, football, tennis, hip hop, baseball and hockey on a rotating schedule. The School Gym is spacious and versatile, hosting Primary physical education, conferences, performances and other school events. Sports Day is celebrated at Quanta Village.

Academic Facilities
Knowledge Centre is a multifunctional space where students read, reflect, experiment, collaborate and think critically. The 1+1 Lab blends science and art and includes a 3D printer to support innovative projects. LEGO Lab provides LEGO Education Innovation Studio resources for robotics, coding and hands-on learning. The learning landscapes replace traditional classrooms with flexible spaces that empower student autonomy and inquiry; outdoor spaces such as the Garden support hands-on learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extraclubs offer extra-curricular activities after school hours. The after-school programme runs Monday to Friday and has two dismissal times: 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. During the after-school programme, children participate in recreational activities and Primary and Middle School students have access to a study help service. A School Bus service is available with pick-up points around Milan.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Chess club stimulates intellectual development and strategic thinking. Latin provides a concise foundation of the Latin language and connects students with Western cultural roots. LEGO Education Story Starter and LEGO Coding and Robotics introduce robotics and programming through hands-on projects, building literacy and problem-solving skills. Build Your Video Game teaches creative coding with Scratch, promoting collaboration and computational thinking.

Arts & Creative
Drama clubs provide opportunities to prepare performances for families and the school community, fostering creativity and communication. The School Choir prepares a wide repertoire for scheduled performances throughout the year, building teamwork and self-confidence. Ballet and Modern Dance classes, taught by qualified teachers, develop posture, musicality and social interaction. LEGO Education Story Starter, LEGO Coding and Robotics, and Build Your Video Game activities also support creative storytelling and making.

Cultural & Language
Spanish extraclub aims to prepare for the Istituto Cervantes A2 certificate with practice using past exam materials. French extraclub focuses on DELF A2 preparation with tasks in oral and written comprehension and production. Latin extraclub provides a foundation for Latin using the Orberg method and deepens knowledge of Western culture.

Social & Hobbies
MINI GAMES include basketball and other team activities such as field hockey, handball and baseball, promoting teamwork and sportsmanship. JUDO, FOOTBALL, YOGA and KARATE offer physical activity, balance and social interaction. Drama and Choir provide social engagement and collaborative performance opportunities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Judo, Football, Yoga, Karate and Table Tennis build physical fitness, balance and teamwork. Ballet and Modern Dance develop posture, musicality and expressive movement, contributing to overall well-being. Yoga adds relaxation techniques and opportunities for self-reflection.
Languages

Language Provision
Italian and English are the languages of instruction. The BES bilingual programme is designed around Italian and English language proficiency. The Primary School follows a 50/50 English-Italian model, and the High School offers an Italian-Canadian dual diploma (Ontario Secondary School Diploma). All levels are offered on the Milan campus.

Bilingual Teaching
The BES bilingual programme is based on a 50% English - 50% Italian model and operates across Primary, Middle, and High School. English language teaching in Middle School is 15 hours per week. The High School offers a four-year Liceo Scientifico delle Scienze Applicate with an Italian-Canadian dual diploma (Ontario Secondary School Diploma). The program serves students from ages 2 to 18 on the Milan campus.

Immersion Programs
On-site, the British American Pre-School provides full immersion English education. The two institutions—the BES campus and BAPS—are located on the same campus in Milan, facilitating immersion experiences for early learners.
Reputation

Accreditations
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 Education — LEGO Education partner
Admissions

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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