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Italian School of Lusaka

Zambia, Lusaka

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 400
Type Co-educational, Day School
Opened 1973
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, IGCSE, A-Level
Taught languages English, Italian
Typical class size 30
Strengths Cambridge International Centre, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Over four decades of operation, Multinational, multicultural student body
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary, Secondary, Sixth Form
Introduction

Italian School of Lusaka is a Cambridge International Centre with over four decades of operation and 400+ students, offering British curriculum education with Italian language programmes and Duke of Edinburgh International Award.

Stand #4919 Lubu Road, Lusaka, Zambia

The Essentials

Italian School of Lusaka has 400 pupils, typical class sizes of 30, instruction in English.

Location
Stand #4919 Lubu Road, Lusaka, Zambia

Stages
Early Years (Nursery and Reception); Primary (Grades 1 to 6); Secondary (Grades 7 to 11); IGCSE & A Level

Type
Co-educational Day School

Pupil Nationality Mix
The student community is largely Zambian with students from other countries in Africa, Asia, Europe, the USA and Canada

Country affiliation
Italy
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The Zambian Italian Cultural Centre Trust (ZICCT) is the proprietor of the Italian School of Lusaka. It governs the school through the Italian School of Lusaka Board of Management.
Fees
Application fees

- The school requires a registration/application fee for new students; the specific amount is not published in the publicly available school materials.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- The school does not publish a public, itemised tuition schedule by year group or term for the 2026/27 academic year (nor for 2025/26) in its publicly accessible materials. No definitive per-term or per-year tuition figures by grade were found.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is billed on a termly basis; school fees for the forthcoming term are required to be paid in advance. An invoice is issued a few weeks before the end of the preceding term and the invoice due date is the final payment deadline. Late or unpaid accounts can lead to the student being required to stay at home and term reports, records and transcripts being withheld until accounts are settled. One term's written notice to the Head of School is required if a parent intends to withdraw a child. For late admissions, tuition will be pro‑rated if enrolment occurs after the middle of the term; admissions before mid‑term attract the full term fee.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- No boarding provision or boarding fee schedule is listed in the school's public information. The school's materials and published pages describe day‑school operations only; therefore no boarding fees apply as publicly documented.

Other costs or fees (uniforms, exam fees, materials, incidental charges)

- Registration/administration charge for new students (amount not published).
- Examination/assessment fees and associated charges can apply (example invoice items include Checkpoint exam charges and courier/transfer charges shown in local currency on sample invoices). Specific exam/assessment fees vary by year/grade and are billed separately.
- Charges for replacement of damaged school property will be charged to the student's account.
- Additional incidental costs (books, materials, exam registration, courier charges) may be invoiced separately; sample invoice entries show school materials and courier charges billed to individual accounts. Uniform and specific materials charges are not itemised in the publicly available materials.

Refund information

- Fees paid into the school account are generally non‑refundable. Refunding of school fees is limited and may be considered only for special reasons at the request of parents; any exceptions are discretionary. Withdrawing a child after school has reopened typically results in the full term fee applying.

Fee payment options

- Accepted payment methods include bank transfer and cheque; card/point‑of‑sale payments can be made through the finance office. Cash payments for school fees are not accepted. A formal receipt is issued once funds are confirmed credited to the school account; parents must provide proof of deposit/transfer to the Finance Office. The school provides bank account details on invoices for transfers (account in Zambian Kwacha).

Other notable payment policies and concessions

- Returning students are exempt from the registration fee; new students must pay full termly fees plus the registration fee on confirmation of enrolment. Parents with two or more children may apply to the finance department for a monthly payment plan option, subject to approval by the school management. Discounts for families are discretionary and require School Board approval. Non‑payment can lead to deregistration after reminders and referral to debt collectors.

Brief note on availability of a published fee schedule

- A public, grade‑by‑grade tuition fee schedule for 2026/27 (or 2025/26) was not available in the school's publicly accessible pages; the information above is drawn from the school's published payment and invoicing guidance and from a representative invoice showing payment practice, bank details and sample charge items. For clarity: full per‑year and per‑term tuition amounts by grade are not present in those materials.
Academics

Italian School of Lusaka teaches British Curriculum, IGCSE, A-Level for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school follows the British Curriculum for Key Stage 1 and 2 (Grades 1 to 6). Students gain proficiency in literacy and numeracy and apply these skills to Science, History, Geography and ICT. The curriculum also includes Music, Italian, Art and Design, and Physical Education. Pupils have after-school clubs to develop extra-curricular interests. The school is a Cambridge International Centre, a Duke of Edinburgh International Award - Zambia Unit, and a member of the Independent Schools Association of Zambia (ISAZ).
Parent Experience

History
The Italian School of Lusaka has offered liberal education with well-grounded values for over four decades. It serves a multinational, multicultural, multiracial student body and has over 400 students, with class sizes not exceeding 30. The school is a Cambridge International Centre, a Duke of Edinburgh International Award – Zambia Unit, and a member of the Independent Schools Association of Zambia (ISAZ). It has established itself as a front runner in offering high standards of education in Lusaka.

Community
The school serves a multinational, multicultural, multiracial student body in Zambia. Extracurricular activities and sports are emphasized alongside academics. Core values include excellence, research, respect and empathy. The school is a Cambridge International Centre, a Duke of Edinburgh International Award – Zambia Unit, and a member of the Independent Schools Association of Zambia (ISAZ).
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has separate blocks for Early Years, Primary, Junior High and IGCSE classes. Shared facilities include a swimming pool, a soccer field, basketball and volleyball courts, ICT and multimedia rooms, a science laboratory and a library. The school offers activities such as sports, music and art and design, along with afternoon clubs. These facilities support classroom learning and extracurricular participation.

Sports Facilities
On-site facilities include a swimming pool, a soccer field, a basketball court and a volleyball court. The school participates in ISAZ sports fixtures with other member schools in soccer, basketball, volleyball, handball, hockey, athletics, cross country, swimming and cricket.

Academic Facilities
The school has separate blocks for Early Years, Primary, Junior High and IGCSE classes. ICT and multimedia rooms support digital learning. A science laboratory and a library provide science and research resources.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school offers sports, music and art and design, and runs afternoon clubs. ISAZ membership enables participation in fixtures across multiple sports such as soccer, basketball, volleyball, handball, hockey, athletics, cross country, swimming and cricket. These activities complement classroom learning.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Italian School of Lusaka is a Cambridge Assessment International Examinations Centre and a Cambridge Professional Development Centre. The A Level programme was added in 2015, and the IGCSE curriculum provides internationally recognized qualifications with a strong foundation. The school is a Duke of Edinburgh International Award- Zambia Unit. It is a member of the Independent Schools Association of Zambia (ISAZ).

Arts & Creative
Student Life includes clubs such as Cookery, Dancing, Computer Skills, Art & Craft, Electronics, Chess, and Music. Art & Culture is an integral component of education. The Italian School collaborates with the Zambian-Italian Cultural Centre to host annual events with visiting Italian artists who offer engaging artistic workshops. Field trips include Italy.

Cultural & Language
Italian is taught from the Reception class through Grade 11. In the Primary years, learners engage in Italian lessons and gradually gain familiarity with the language, while in the Secondary section they consolidate the basics and are introduced to Italian culture, society and history. All Italian teachers are Italian native speakers. The Senior High section includes a trip to Italy, and the school collaborates with the Zambian-Italian Cultural Centre to organize annual events with visiting Italian artists who run workshops.

Social & Hobbies
Student Life includes clubs such as Cookery, Dancing, Computer Skills, Art & Craft, Electronics, Chess, and Music. Sports include Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Athletics, Cricket, Swimming, and Hockey. Field trips include Ndubaluba, Kasanka, Siavonga, other Zambian destinations and Italy.

Community & Service
Community Service goes beyond the classroom to foster social responsibility and empathy. Duke of Edinburgh Award is offered; Bronze level is introduced at end of Grade 9, and the school runs training for the expedition. The school is a registered Duke of Edinburgh Award Unit, and the program generally takes about a year to complete, finishing in Grade 10.

Leadership & Professional
The school is a Cambridge International Centre and a Cambridge Professional Development Centre. The school is a Duke of Edinburgh International Award- Zambia Unit. It is a member of the Independent Schools Association of Zambia (ISAZ).

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports include Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Athletics, Cricket, Swimming, and Hockey. The school offers high standards in academics, sports and other extracurricular activities. Clubs and field trips contribute to overall well-being and cultural engagement.
Languages

Language Provision
Italian is taught from Reception to Grade 11. Primary students have Italian lessons, gradually increasing familiarity with the language. In the secondary section, the basics of Italian are consolidated and students are introduced to Italian culture, society and history. Students enrolled in the Italian IGCSE programme can understand and communicate simple tasks on familiar topics.

Immersion Programs
The school offers an immersive Italian language program. All Italian teachers are native Italian speakers. The Senior High section undertakes an annual trip to Italy, offering a first-hand experience of the language and culture. The school collaborates with the Zambian-Italian Cultural Centre to host annual workshops with visiting Italian artists for all students.
Reputation

Awards
No new awards are listed on the site beyond affiliations; no specific awards to report in the last five years.

Accreditations
Cambridge International Centre, Duke of Edinburgh International Award - Zambia Unit, ISAZ member
School Events
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