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My School Ticino

Switzerland, Lugano

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Italian, English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 10 years
Pupil numbers 200
Type Co-educational
Opened 2017
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum Swiss Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum, Reggio Emilia Approach
Taught languages French, English, German, Italian
Strengths STEM, Outdoor Education, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

My School Ticino is a bilingual Italian/English Montessori-inspired school for ages 0 to 10, with campuses in Castel San Pietro and Lugano. The curriculum combines the Montessori method, the Reggio Emilia approach with the 100 languages of the child, and Outdoor Education to create a hands-on, student-centered learning environment. From day one, children learn in Italian and English in a bilingual immersion that makes language learning natural in daily life. The My Kid 6-10 Primary program features language laboratories (English from the first year and French from Year 3) and a STEM classroom for science, technology, robotics and coding, aligned with the Canton Ticino Study Plan to blend public-school objectives with personalized, experiential learning. The school operates year-round, offers extended-day care, an in-house kitchen with Fourchette Verte menus, and a daily shuttle service. Distinctive elements include Creative Atelier and Closlieu-inspired arts spaces, outdoor woodland learning, and My Languages language programs.

Via alle Zocche 2, 6874 Castel San Pietro, Switzerland

The Essentials

My School Ticino has 200 pupils, instruction in Italian, English.

Location
Located in the Canton of Ticino, Switzerland. My School Ticino is an Italian/English bilingual Montessori-inspired school. The campus offers a daily shuttle service. Open all year long.

Stages
My Baby 0-3; My Child 3-6; My Kid 6-10.

Type
The school is an Italian/English bilingual Montessori-inspired school.

School day structure
Open all year long, 7-19. My Extra School operates daily 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., 49 weeks a year.

Bus service
Daily shuttle service
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school has an in-house kitchen with balanced menus. My Extra School provides a canteen with an internal kitchen.

Governance and Ownership
The school is a Medacta for Life Foundation project.
Fees
Application fees

- No separate, published non‑refundable application fee amount is available in the school's publicly posted admission materials. Enrollment is formalized when the school issues the first invoice and that invoice is paid as part of the registration process.

Tuition fees by year group (Nursery / Preschool / Primary)

- The school does not publish a public schedule of annual or per‑term tuition fees for the main programmes (My Baby 0–3, My Child 3–6, My Kid 6–10) in the materials available for the current academic year. No definitive per‑term or per‑year tuition amounts for those year groups are listed in the school's publicly posted documents.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Registration is formalized with the issuance and payment of an initial invoice at the point of enrolment.
- For the extraschool service (My Extra School) the service contract and regulation govern fees; extra hours are billed and charged on the following month's invoice. Fees for extraschool are fixed (except for specified staff concessions) and are invoiced according to the service regulation signed at enrolment.

Boarding fees

- My School Ticino operates as a day programme for ages 0–10 (open all year, daily hours indicated as 7:00–19:00). No boarding provision or boarding fees are published for this school.

Other costs and itemised extras (published charges)

- Meals and snacks (My Extra School / canteen): meal cost published at CHF 10.00 per meal; snack cost published at CHF 1.50.
- Supplementary hours (extra time beyond an agreed subscription) are charged at CHF 12.00 per hour; these hours are invoiced on the next month's invoice.
- After‑school monthly subscription examples (published for My Child / My Kid):
- 1 session per week (after‑school 16:00–18:00): CHF 102.00 per month.
- 5 sessions per week (after‑school 16:00–18:00): CHF 270.00 per month.
- Weekly subscription options for year‑round extraschool (examples from the service charter):
- Abbonamento fascia A (typical daytime band): CHF 322.00 per week.
- Abbonamento fascia B: CHF 373.00 per week.
- Abbonamento fascia C: CHF 425.00 per week.
- Optional term courses and extracurricular course pricing (examples):
- Swimming course (one trimester / 10 lessons): with an annual My School subscription CHF 135.00; external students or other subscription type CHF 375.00.
- Tennis course (one trimester / 10 lessons): with an annual My School subscription CHF 135.00; external students CHF 375.00.
- Kindermusik (one trimester / 10 lessons): with an annual My School subscription CHF 50.00; external students CHF 305.00.
- Closlieu (single creative lab entry) and multi‑entry pricing examples: 1 entry CHF 40.00; 3 entries CHF 100.00.
- Sibling and staff concessions: a 20% sibling discount on frequency fees for additional children and special conditions for Medacta employees are stated for extraschool subscriptions.

Refunds and cancellation (published policy for extraschool)

- The extraschool contract requires written notice of cancellation; during the ordinary period a one‑month written notice is required. The parent is required to pay the full month in which notice is given and the month of termination; during school holiday periods the family must pay for the first week even if the child does not attend. These terms set specific limits on refunds for the extraschool service.

Fee payment options (cards, bank transfer, etc.)

- Publicly posted documents for the current academic year do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card, direct debit). The school's enrolment step references payment of the first invoice at registration, and the extraschool regulation describes invoicing and monthly charging, but the available published materials do not specify the full set of accepted payment channels.

Summary of what is published vs what is not published

- Published and itemised: detailed pricing and policy materials are publicly available for the My Extra School service (meals, snacks, extra hours, after‑school monthly subscriptions, weekly subscription bands, example course fees, sibling/staff concessions, and cancellation rules).
- Not published in the publicly posted materials: a full, itemised schedule of the school's main tuition fees by year group (per term and per year) and a separate, explicit application fee amount are not available in the school's publicly posted documents for the current academic year. No boarding fees apply because the school is a day programme. Payment‑method specifics are not listed in the published materials.

If you need these missing tuition figures (application fee, tuition per year/term, payment channels) for a database entry, the available published materials show the items above for extraschool and the enrollment procedure, but a publicly posted tuition schedule and payment‑method list were not found among the school's current public documents.
Academics

My School Ticino teaches Swiss Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum, Reggio Emilia Approach for students aged 3 to 10.

Curriculum
Curriculum centers on three integrated pedagogical pillars: Montessori method; Reggio Emilia approach with the 100 languages of the child; and Outdoor Education. All activities are conducted in a bilingual Italian/English environment, with immersion making language learning a natural part of daily life. In My Kid 6–10, the campus includes two language laboratories for English (present from the first year) and French (from the third year), plus a STEM classroom for science, technology, robotics and programming. The program aligns with the Canton Ticino Study Plan, integrating public-school objectives with an active, personalized pedagogy that emphasizes autonomy, collaboration and experiential learning. A daily rhythm and project work extend the learning into outdoor spaces and creative ateliers, with Montessori-trained teachers and bilingual staff supporting each child.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school has a focus on children's well-being and involvement within an active pedagogy framework. It is Montessori-inspired and Italian/English bilingual, supporting social and emotional development through immersive learning. Outdoor education is part of the program, promoting experiential learning and collaboration. The school also offers atelier spaces that reflect the Reggio Emilia approach, encouraging creativity and social interaction. The overall environment aims to nurture confidence, curiosity and cooperation among students.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school teaches in Italian and English. Language education is provided through My Languages, which offers language courses for children, teens, adults and corporate training, including preparation for European Language Certificate exams.

Mental Wellbeing
The school promotes the well-being of children as a core part of its mission. It uses active pedagogy in a Montessori-inspired setting to support emotional and social growth. Outdoor education is included to encourage physical activity, collaboration and resilience. Atelier spaces reflect the Reggio Emilia approach, supporting creative expression and interaction among students. The environment is designed to foster confidence, curiosity and a positive learning climate.
Parent Experience

History
Medacta for Life Foundation was founded in 2011; the My Baby 0-3 Nursery opened in 2012. In 2015 the My Child 3-6 Pre-School expanded, with a second section added in 2018 and a third in 2024. In 2017 the entire facility became My School Ticino, and My Kid 6-10 Primary School opened in 2018; My Languages – Language School was established in 2019. Today, My School Ticino includes the Nursery School, Pre-School, Primary and Language School, with two locations in Castel San Pietro and Lugano, an extended-day program with extracurricular activities managed by My Extraschool, a canteen service with an in-house kitchen that holds the Fourchette Verte label, and 200+ pupils.

Community
Outdoor Education is a core part of learning. The campus is sunny and green, bordered by a stream and forest, with My Woods providing a dedicated outdoor learning area and al fresco dining spaces. Outdoor Education projects run for nursery, pre-school and primary students, as well as after-school users, linking learning to local realities such as rural life, seasonal changes, fauna and flora. The Extraschool service provides pre- and after-school care and offers courses and workshops open to everyone, including those not enrolled at the school.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Open all year long, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The daily shuttle service is provided. The facilities are modern, spacious and bright, surrounded by nature. There is an in-house kitchen with balanced menus.

Academic Facilities
The school is a bilingual Italian/English institution with Montessori-inspired pedagogy. It includes outdoor education as a core element of learning. Artistic ateliers are offered, inspired by Reggio Children. Language study is available through My Languages, with courses for children, teens, adults and corporate training, plus preparation for European Language Certificate exams.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular service runs every day from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., 49 weeks a year. Pre- and after-school care, a lunch break and a canteen with an internal kitchen are offered. My Weeks during cantonal school holidays and My Summer Camp are included in the program.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers a curricular and extracurricular educational path across My Baby 0-3, My Child 3-6, and My Kid 6-10, with Italian/English bilingual instruction and Montessori-inspired pedagogy. My Baby is a bilingual nursery open 7:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m., staffed by native Italian and English speakers, with outdoor learning and Reggio-inspired creativity. My Child 3-6 is bilingual, Montessori-based, and includes My Extra School (49 weeks a year, 7:00–19:00) with My Weeks and My Summer Camp. My Kid 6-10 combines Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Outdoor Education, with language laboratories and a STEM room, all in a bilingual setting.

Arts & Creative
Two specialised ateliers—Creative Atelier and the Closlieu painting Atelier—are offered in My Child 3-6, with at least one native or bilingual English-speaking teacher guiding the sessions. My Kid 6-10 features an auditorium for music and a STEM room for hands‑on science, technology, robotics and coding, and a theatre project that concludes with a performance. My Extra School provides creative activities such as Closlieu, Kindermusik, and Cooking and Craft Lab. Usborne Book Fair and related arts and reading activities enrich the creative offering.

Cultural & Language
My Languages – Scuola di Lingue offers language courses for children, teens, adults and corporations and provides preparation for European language certificates (Cambridge English, DELF/DALF for French, Goethe for German) alongside Italian-language courses for foreigners. From the first year, English language laboratories are available and French is introduced from Year 3, within a bilingual Italian/English environment. The Emotional Learning, Emotional Teaching® approach is used for younger learners, with certified teachers supporting language development across ages.

Social & Hobbies
The Extra School service provides after‑school care and a wide range of recreational and motor activities, including Crazy Basketball, Dance, Karate, Cross Fit, Swimming and Tennis, plus creative offerings like Closlieu, Kindermusik, and a Cooking and Craft Lab. Cross‑disciplinary activities include Newspaper Lab, Robotics, Basic Robotics, Lego League & WRO, enriching daily life with teamwork and exploration. The school also hosts events such as Story Night, Usborne Book Fair, charity collections, and shared celebrations linked to seasonal traditions.

Community & Service
Charity collections are part of the yearly calendar, and activities are designed to involve families and the wider community through shared celebrations and events. Start‑of‑Year Meetings and regular Individual meetings with families establish educational continuity and collaborative planning between home and school. Story Night and Usborne Book Fair are among ongoing community activities that support reading, culture and social engagement.

Leadership & Professional
The school employs highly qualified educational staff, with native Italian and English speakers present full time. Start‑of‑Year Meetings and regular family meetings are used to set objectives and review progress, ensuring alignment between school operations and family expectations. Team pages emphasize ongoing professional development and bilingual teaching expertise across the Early Years and Primary programs.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school operates open all year long, with daily shuttle service, an in‑house kitchen with balanced menus, and spacious, nature-surrounded facilities that support well‑being. Outdoor Education is integrated into daily life, with woodland excursions, outdoor meals and nature‑based learning across the My Baby, My Child and My Kid programs. A typical day includes outdoor and indoor activities, meals in-house, and after‑school care when needed, all reinforcing a healthy, active lifestyle.
Languages

Language Provision
Language courses for children, teens, adults and corporate language training; Preparation for European Language Certificate exams.

Bilingual Teaching
The school is an Italian/English bilingual school Montessori-inspired in Canton of Ticino.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Fill in the Contact Form. Through our online form, you can send a pre-enrolment request or book a guided tour of the school. This will allow you to get to know the educational environment, the teaching team and the pedagogical approach that characterises My School Ticino. Filling in the form does not imply any formal or financial obligation.

2. Interview with the Director. After receiving your application, the School Office will contact you to arrange a meeting with the Director. During this interview, you will be able to discuss the training offer in more detail and ask any questions you may have. If you have any useful documentation or certifications, please email them in advance.

3. School and Family: Our First Dialogue. For the My Child 3-6 and My Kid 6-10 paths, we organise a get-to-know-you meeting in the presence of the child. This will be an opportunity to explore the spaces, meet some of the teachers and experience the school environment first-hand.

4. Admissions formalization. If, at the end of the meetings, you decide to proceed, the School Office will assist you in formalising your registration. The procedure will end with the payment of the first invoice issued.
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