Compare Montessori Curriculum International Schools in Italy

Instructs in English, Italian

Ages 2 - 11 years

Type Co-educational

Children's Castle International in Italy welcomes children aged 2 to 11 to a bilingual, international learning environment. The nursery uses Montessori methods, while the Cambridge Primary curriculum guides the primary years, mapped to UK stages: Class 1 (2–3) nursery; Class 2 (3–4) Foundation Stage; Class 3 (4–5) Reception; Class 4 (5–6) Year 1. Cambridge Primary is complemented by Italian language studies to support mobility between countries. The school is Cambridge International-affiliated, a member of RISA, and approved by Italy's Ministry of Education (MIUR). Learning areas cover Literacy, Mathematics, Sensorial, Practical Life, Creativity, Cultural Studies, and Outdoors. The campus overlooks Lake Albano and sits in a villa with a large compound, green spaces, a forest, parking, an airy gym, spacious classrooms, a lunch room, and child-sized toilets, all compliant with Italian health and safety requirements. The program blends Montessori in kindergarten with Cambridge in the primary years within a bilingual framework.

Location

Children's Castle International is located in Rocca di Papa, Italy, in a villa on a large compound overlooking Lake Albano, between Castel Gandolfo, Grottaferrata, Marino and Rocca di Papa. It is easily accessible from Castelli Romani towns including Albano, Ariccia, Frascati, Genzano, Monte Compatri, Monte Porzio, Nemi, Rocca Priora and Velletri. The premises are on the ground floor, with a gym, spacious classrooms, a lunch room and child-sized toilets, and align with national health and safety requirements in Italy.

Stages

Kindergarten uses the Montessori method. The Primary level follows the Cambridge Primary curriculum.

Type

International day school offering Montessori kindergarten and Cambridge Primary curriculum.

Country affiliation

Italy

Application fees
- No application fee amount is published for Children's Castle International. There is no public schedule of an application or registration fee on the school's enrollment or practical information pages.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- The school does not publish a breakdown of tuition fees by year group, term, or annual totals for the current academic year. No publicly available per-term or per-year fee schedule for kindergarten or primary levels is posted.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- No published billing schedule, payment-deadline calendar, or formal payment-terms (for example: termly, monthly, or annual invoicing; late-payment penalties; or required deposits) is available in the school's public practical or enrollment information.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Children's Castle International operates as a day school (kindergarten and primary) and does not list boarding as an offered service; therefore, no boarding fees are published.

Other costs or fees (uniform, lunches, resources, extracurriculars, transport, insurance)
- No specific amounts for additional costs such as uniform, lunches, school materials, extracurricular activity fees, transport/shuttle services, or compulsory insurance are published. There is no public fee schedule for ancillary services.

Refund information
- There is no publicly posted refund policy or statement (for example: refunds for withdrawal, cancellations, or unused tuition) available in the school's practical or enrollment materials.

Fee payment options (credit card, bank transfer, checks, online portal)
- No published list of accepted payment methods (such as credit card, bank transfer, or other electronic payment options) or instructions for making payments is available in the public enrollment or practical information.

Brief summary of what was checked and what is missing
- The school's public pages (general information, practical information, enrollment and contact pages) were reviewed; these pages confirm the school's location, levels offered (kindergarten and primary), and contact details but do not publish any fee amounts, per-term or per-year tuition schedules, payment schedules, or formal fee policies. For that reason, specific numeric values for application fees, tuition by year/term, boarding fees, ancillary charges, refund rules, and accepted payment methods are not available in public materials.

Admissions

The school operates an international curriculum with a Montessori-based kindergarten and a Cambridge International curriculum for primary grades. Reading and writing in English are introduced from class one, taught by English mother tongue teachers who follow the school curriculum closely. The school offers Italian classes alongside Cambridge, enabling movement abroad or continuation studies in Italy. The school provides its own readers and teaching materials, and does not charge for didactic materials or stationery. A nutritious lunch is provided. The school is a member of RISA and is approved by the Italian Ministry of Education. The nursery uses the Montessori method, while the primary program aligns with Cambridge International standards and is recognised by universities and employers worldwide. The seven learning areas are literacy, mathematics, sensorial, practical life, creativity, cultural studies, and outdoors. The environment is designed to be like a home where children can learn at their own pace. The address is Via delle Barozze, 70, 00040 Rocca di Papa (RM), Italy, and the location overlooks Lake Albano in the Castelli Romani area. School hours/calendar includes a published calendar with staff inset days, holidays, and events such as recitals; calendars for 2025 and 2026 list dates for openings, holidays, and school activities. The school's contact details are available on-site at the address above and via the listed phone and email.

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International School of Lago Patria

Instructs in English, Italian

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

ISLP, the International School of Lago Patria, sits near Naples in Lago Patria, Italy. Serving students aged 3 to 18, it is accredited by the Italian Ministry of Education for Early Years through Upper School and offers Indian, Montessori, and Advanced Placement curricula. The school teaches in English, with Italian studies taught in Italian, and uses CLIL to develop language proficiency across subjects, supporting intercultural understanding. The Early Years program follows Montessori methods (Years 2–5), while the Junior, Middle, and Upper Schools follow the official Italian curriculum augmented with international perspectives. The Upper School culminates in a Diploma Program accredited by MIM, preparing students for higher education. Campus facilities include a music-focused SIIMUS program (Pre-School to Grade 3) and Cambridge English preparation from Starters to CAE, alongside Go Green environmental projects and Project Based Learning. A diverse, international community is supported by language centers and excursions and theater productions.

Location

The International School of Lago Patria is located in Lago Patria, a frazione of Giugliano in Campania, near Naples, Italy. The address is Traversa I Marenola 19/A, 80014 Giugliano in Campania NA (Lago Patria), Italy.

Stages

Early School (Montessori Years 2–5); Junior School (Grades 1–5); Middle School (Grades 6–8); High School/Upper School (Grades 9–12).

Type

International school; Accredited by the Italian Ministry of Education (MIM) for Early Years through Upper School.

Additional learning support

Inclusion program with individualized support and inclusive classrooms; ESL/ISL Support; Language Center offers English and Italian courses and Cambridge CELI/DELE certification.

Country affiliation

Italy

Application fees
- No fixed application or one-time enrolment fee amount is published in the school's publicly accessible materials. The school accepts pre-enrolment and application forms and processes applications through the admissions office.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- The school does not publish a public schedule showing tuition amounts by year group, nor per-term or per-year numeric fees in its publicly accessible documents. A detailed breakdown of tuition by year group and term is made available to applicants and enrolled families through the school's admissions/finance process.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- There is no publicly posted billing schedule or standard payment-term table (for example, termly/annual instalments, deadlines, penalties) available in the school's public materials. Billing and payment terms are issued to families directly by the school's administration at enrolment or through the school's protected documents.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- No boarding programme or boarding fees are listed in the school's publicly available information. The school operates as an international day school; therefore, boarding fees do not apply based on the publicly accessible descriptions of the school's campus and programmes.

Other costs and fees (uniform, meals, activities, exams, trips, materials)
- Specific amounts for other typical costs (uniforms, school lunches, educational trips, external exam fees, specialist lessons, extracurricular activity charges, textbooks or materials fees) are not published in the school's public-facing materials. The school maintains pages and forms for uniforms and activities that are restricted to authorised users; exact charges for these items are provided to families via the school's administrative/finance communications.

Refund information
- No publicly available refund policy, pro-rata tuition refund table, or formal statement of refunds for withdrawal or absence is published in the school's publicly available documents. Refund and cancellation terms are handled through the school's enrolment and finance procedures and are provided to families in the formal documentation associated with admission or invoicing.

Fee payment options (credit card, bank transfer, etc.)
- Specific payment methods accepted (for example, bank transfer, SEPA, credit card, direct debit) are not published in the public pages. Payment methods and instructions are provided on the school's invoices and through the admissions/finance office at the time of enrolment. Contact details for the school's administrative office are publicly listed.

Brief summary of public availability
- The school's public website and public document listings do not contain a publicly viewable, itemised fee schedule for the current academic year. Detailed numeric fee amounts, payment schedules, and official refund or payment policies are maintained in the school's protected documents and are issued directly to applicants and enrolled families by the school's admissions/finance office.

Uniform Requirement

All students wear the school uniform. Summer, winter, and sports uniforms are available to order under Get Involved > Uniform Preorder. Jewellery should be kept to a minimum and earrings are discouraged during sport; clothing should be labelled with the child's name, and a complete change of clothing is required for Early Years.

Food Options

A monthly menu for school meals is published.

Governance and Ownership

The International School of Lago Patria is operated by International School Education srl. It is accredited by the Italian Ministry of Education (MIM) and is a paritaria school.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

ISLP follows inclusive education based on CRPD principles, ensuring every student has the right to inclusive, quality education. Children with and without disabilities learn together in the same classes, with additional and individualized support as needed. The classroom fosters a sense of belonging and a supportive community. The curriculum is taught to ensure comprehension and engagement for every student. The school emphasizes cooperation and support among students, with smaller class sizes to meet diverse learning needs.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

A Learning Support Service is available for students who need extra assistance with English or Italian. Non-native speakers or students needing grounding in language may join an intensive language course. For learners with greater needs, a specially designed program is delivered in small groups and tailored to age and language requirements. Progress is monitored through continuous formative assessment up to the TELP II or CELI B2 certificates for adolescents. Regular communication with parents is encouraged to support the child's language development.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English as a Second Language (ESL) and Italian as a Second Language (ISL) teachers provide support for learners who need extra help with their English or Italian. Experienced ESL/ISL teachers offer in-class support on a weekly basis to help learners access the curriculum. Learners with greater needs follow a specially designed program delivered in small groups. Progress is monitored through formative assessment and language benchmarks. Close communication with parents is encouraged through regular meetings, reports, emails, and diary updates.

Mental Wellbeing

Outdoor Education supports the psychophysical and spiritual growth of students. The program treats the natural environment as a learning context that fosters wellbeing, resilience, and creativity. It emphasizes hands-on, experiential learning and collaboration beyond the classroom. Outdoor Education complements the core curriculum to promote balanced development. The school aims to prepare students for life through a holistic approach to physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.

Safeguarding

ISLP follows inclusive education based on CRPD principles, ensuring every student has the right to inclusive, quality education. Children with and without disabilities learn together in the same classes, with additional and individualized support as needed. The classroom fosters a sense of belonging and a safe, welcoming environment. Teachers are trained to accommodate diverse learning styles, and smaller class sizes help meet individual needs. The perspectives of children with disabilities and their families are respected and taken into consideration.

Admissions

Application process comprises four steps: Inquiry; Submission of documents; Interview; and Assessment of the application. Inquiry: Families may arrange an initial inquiry by contacting the main office by email or phone to meet the Head of School and learn about the curriculum and expectations for studying in an international school. After deciding ISLP is the school of choice, contact the school again to set up an Interview Day. Submission of documents: After the initial interview, the list of required registration documents is provided and all documents must be submitted before registration can be completed. Interview: On the interview day, parents and the applicant are interviewed by the Head of School, and the applicant sits admissions tests to assess readiness for the ISLP curriculum; for Early Years and lower primary applications, a class visit replaces tests. Assessment of application: No decision on entry is made until the Application Process is completed and the Admissions Committee has met to discuss the results, usually within 24 hours of the interview day. The school aims to admit all students who can benefit from the education offered; a child with special educational and social needs will be admitted only if the school can meet their needs, which will be discussed at the initial stages of the application. Pre-enrollment form: Submit a separate pre-enrollment form for each child to apply for admission.

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Anglo-Italian School - Montessori Division

Instructs in Italian, English

Ages 2½ - 15 years

Type Co-educational

Anglo-Italian School – Montessori Division provides a bilingual, Montessori-based learning path for children aged 3 to 13. The program preserves Montessori education for the early years (2½ to 6) with three core activity areas: Practical Life, Sensorial and Formal Skills, while older students transition to Cambridge Secondary, the American Curriculum and a bespoke curriculum tailored to development. The dual-language program operates in Italian and English, with Italian state examinations and Cambridge exam preparation offered in the final year. The campus houses age-appropriate Montessori classrooms, a garden, library, music room, art room and a Smart Room to support interactive learning. Extracurriculars span events such as concerts, science fairs and gardening days, integrated with the school calendar. The school runs ESL with a Language Lab and Italian as a Second Language to assist non-Italian or non-English speakers. NATO roots inform monthly study themes about NATO countries, fostering global awareness and cross-cultural understanding.

Location

Viale della Liberazione 1, Napoli 80125, Italy. The campus is in Naples, Italy.

Stages

Nursery, Preschool & Kindergarten (2.5-6 years); Elementary School (6-10 years); Middle School (11-13 years).

Type

Montessori Division of the Anglo-Italian School; dual language program in Italian and English.

Country affiliation

Italy; affiliated with MIUR (Italian Ministry of Education, Universities and Research).

School day structure

School day begins at 8:30 am and ends at 3:00 pm. 4th-5th grade students finish at 5:00 pm for the Italian program; Middle school finishes at 5:00 pm twice weekly (Tuesdays and Thursdays).

Application / Registration fee
- A registration (application) fee is required and must be deposited to complete the registration process; the registration form references a separate fee attachment that lists the exact registration amount.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- The school does not publish detailed tuition amounts by year group or per term in publicly available fee schedules for the current academic year; specific annual and per‑term tuition figures are not publicly provided.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is invoiced on a monthly schedule and tuition payments are due no later than the 10th of each month. A late‑payment charge of EUR 1.00 per day applies; if payment is not received within 20 days of the due date the student may not be admitted to class. Parents commit to pay the entire tuition for the year even if the student withdraws early. The registration form also states that tuition remains payable in the event of forced school closures (including closures ordered by authorities).

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not offered by the Montessori Division; the program operates as a day school with standard school hours. No boarding fees apply.

Other costs and recurring additional fees
- Books and course materials: Italian and English books are purchased through the school; book prices are updated annually and communicated to parents.
- After‑school / extracurricular activities: Afternoon activities are available and are charged in addition to monthly tuition. Specific examples with published fees include the Homework Club (monthly fee EUR 160.00 or daily fee EUR 10.00). Other extra activities (art, music, clubs) have additional costs that vary by activity.
- Transport: Bus service is available on request through independent private bus companies; transport is arranged and charged separately through those providers.
- Uniform: There is no uniform requirement; families provide their own clothing.

Refund information
- The registration form requires a commitment to pay the full tuition for the school year; tuition remains due in full in the case of early withdrawal by the student and in cases of forced closure. This indicates that pro‑rata refunds for early withdrawal or for forced closures are not provided in ordinary circumstances.

Fee payment options (credit card / bank transfer / other)
- Publicly available documents (the registration form and admissions materials) specify payment due dates and late‑payment penalties but do not list specific payment methods (for example, credit card or bank transfer details are not published in the materials reviewed). Parents should expect standard institutional payment methods may be used, but no payment‑method details are publicly listed.

Brief summary of findings and remaining gaps
- The registration form and admissions materials confirm a required registration fee, the monthly billing date (10th), late‑payment penalties, and the school's refund/commitment terms; after‑school activity prices include concrete figures for Homework Club (EUR 160/month or EUR 10/day). However, a complete schedule showing tuition amounts by year group and per term (the fee attachment referenced in the registration form) is not published in the public materials found. External school directories likewise indicate that the school does not make its full tuition schedule publicly available. For any precise per‑year or per‑term tuition figures, the school's published Schedule of Fees attachment (referred to in the registration form) would be the definitive source.

Curriculum

Montessori-based curriculum for ages 2½ to 6 (Nursery, Preschool & Kindergarten). Three major activity areas: Practical life, Sensorial, and Formal skills and studies. Language development includes learning shapes and sounds of letters, writing readiness, vocabulary, and grammar; Mathematics progresses from concrete numeral concepts to abstract; Geometry includes basic shapes and solids; Cultural Studies cover Science (biology, botany, zoology, physical science), Biology (body parts and hygiene), Botany, Zoology, Geography using a globe and land-water forms; Units of study focus on NATO countries each month. The program is dual-language, with both Italian and English; Italian students take state exams at the end of the year; Cambridge exam preparation is offered at the end of the school year.

Exam Results

Italian students do their state exams at the end of the year; Cambridge exam preparation is administered at the end of the school year.

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TAIS Naples

Instructs in English, Italian

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees €7,100 - 16,600

Type Co-educational

TAIS Naples is a day international school in Italy serving ages 3 to 13. It offers an American Curriculum taught entirely in English, integrated from first grade with the Italian ministerial program to build Italian language, history and culture from an early age. From first grade, students study the Italian program alongside the American track. The American curriculum covers core subjects—English language, mathematics, science, and social studies—with emphasis on curiosity, creativity and critical thinking. The Italian program runs through middle school and includes Italian language and literature; mathematics; science; history and geography; foreign languages (Spanish from first grade and French from middle school); technology and computer science; physical education, music, and art. TAIS Naples is MIUR-accredited. Founded in 2015, the school aims to prepare students to navigate a globalized world in a stimulating, inclusive environment. Extracurricular activities include community service projects and clubs across academic, cultural and leadership strands.

Location

TAIS Naples is in the Bagnoli district of Naples, Italy, at Parco San Laise - ex JFC NATO Base. The address is Viale della Liberazione 1, Building C (ex-NATO JFC HQ), 80124 Bagnoli, Naples.

Stages

Preschool; Pre-kindergarten; Primary Education (1st–5th grades); Secondary Education (6th grade).

Type

International day school offering the American Curriculum alongside the Italian ministerial program.

Additional learning support

English as a Second Language available with personalized English language courses taught by native-speaking, highly qualified teachers.

Country affiliation

Italy

Annual tuition and instalment schedule (academic year 2025–2026)
- Preschool and Pre‑Kindergarten: EUR 3,996.00 per year; or EUR 444.00 when paid in 9 monthly instalments.
- Kindergarten: EUR 4,698.00 per year; or EUR 522.00 when paid in 9 monthly instalments.
- Primary — 1st Grade: EUR 6,741.00 per year; or EUR 749.00 when paid in 9 monthly instalments.
- Primary — 2nd, 3rd and 4th Grades: EUR 7,092.00 per year; or EUR 788.00 when paid in 9 monthly instalments.
- Primary — 5th Grade: EUR 7,128.00 per year; or EUR 792.00 when paid in 9 monthly instalments.
- Secondary — 6th Grade: EUR 6,858.00 per year; or EUR 762.00 when paid in 9 monthly instalments.
- Secondary — 7th Grade: EUR 6,993.00 per year; or EUR 777.00 when paid in 9 monthly instalments.
- Secondary — 8th Grade: EUR 7,083.00 per year; or EUR 787.00 when paid in 9 monthly instalments.

Application, registration and deposit fees
- Admission (application) fee: EUR 290.00 payable at application/registration.
- Registration deposit (pre‑enrolment deposit): EUR 350.00 due at submission of the application/pre‑registration; this deposit is deducted from the final instalment. Refund of the deposit requires written cancellation within 30 days of signing and no later than 15 June 2025 (per the school's registration conditions).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Two payment methods are offered:
- Annual single payment: pay the full annual tuition in one instalment by 15 September 2025 and receive a 6% reduction on the annual fee (reduction calculated net of didactic material).
- Nine monthly instalments: pay the annual fee in 9 equal monthly instalments, due by the 10th of each month from September through May; the 6% early‑payment reduction does not apply if using the 9‑instalment plan.
- Sibling discounts: second child 10% discount; third and fourth child 15% discount. Discounts are calculated net of didactic material and are cumulative where applicable.

Boarding
- Boarding fees: Not applicable — no boarding fees or boarding programme are listed in the school's tuition schedule for the 2025–2026 academic year.

What is included and what is excluded from tuition
- Included in the tuition: the Italian programme and the Spanish programme are included in the school fees; the Cambridge ESOL exam fee is included for classes 2nd, 3rd and 4th grade. The school provides the school uniform for students up to 5th grade and indicates provision of didactic material.
- Explicit exclusions from the tuition: the cost of Italian textbooks is not included; the cost of French textbooks and the DELF exam is not included; the cost of books for Cambridge examinations is not included; books for Science and Art History are not included for any class.

Other costs and optional charges
- Exam fees and examination‑related books: as above, some exam fees and exam books are included for specific grades (Cambridge ESOL for 2nd–4th) and excluded for others (DELF, Cambridge exam books for higher grades); additional textbook and exam costs may apply depending on the grade and the subject.
- Uniform: the school supplies uniform for pupils up to 5th grade (no separate uniform fee listed in the tuition schedule).

Refunds and cancellations
- Registration deposit refund: the EUR 350.00 deposit will be refunded if written cancellation of the pre‑registration is made within 30 days of signing and no later than 15 June 2025; failure to meet these terms leads to forfeiture of the deposit. The deposit is otherwise deducted from the final instalment.
- No other explicit general refund schedule for tuition instalments or prorated refunds is listed in the published tuition schedule; enrolment contract terms apply at acceptance.

Fee payment options (invoicing / instruments)
- The published fee schedule specifies the payment timing options (single annual payment with discount, or 9 monthly instalments) and deadlines but does not list specific payment instruments (for example, bank transfer details or credit card acceptance) within the tuition schedule document. Parents should follow the school's enrolment contract and administration instructions for the accepted payment instruments and banking details.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school fosters a nurturing and inclusive environment that supports social and emotional development through collaboration among students, families, and staff.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school offers personalized English language courses tailored to individual needs, taught by native-speaking, highly qualified teachers, to help every student reach their full linguistic potential in a stimulating and international environment.

Mental Wellbeing

The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment that supports personal growth.

Admissions

1. Submit the application form / pre-enrollment and pay a deposit of €350 at submission, which will be deducted from the last installment. If you withdraw the pre-enrollment, you must notify in writing via certified email (PEC) or registered mail within 30 days from signing and no later than June 15, 2025. If terms are not met, you lose the right to refund of €350. The school reserves the right to refuse pre-enrollments at its sole discretion and will notify within 30 days of submission, returning the €350 deposit.

2. If the application / pre-enrollment is accepted by TAIS Naples, the enrollment contract is signed.

3. The admission fee of €290 is due at enrollment.

4. Tuition payments can be made either in a single lump sum by 15 September 2025 with a 6% discount, or in 9 monthly installments with payments due by the 10th of each month from September to May.

5. Discounts: a 10% discount for the second child; 15% for the third and fourth child; discounts are cumulative and apply to the base tuition net of materials; paying in full by 15 September 2025 yields an additional 6% discount. The Italian language program is included in the tuition, as is the Spanish program; Cambridge ESOL exam fees are included for Grades 2–4, but not for Grades 5–8; Italian books are not included; French books and the DELF exam fees are not included; Cambridge exam books are not included. The school provides uniforms (up to 5th grade) and teaching materials.

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Bilingual International School Borgo San Lorenzo

Instructs in Italian, English

Ages 3 - 14 years

Type Co-educational

Bilingual International School Borgo San Lorenzo is a private, bilingual international school in Italy welcoming students from childhood to middle school. The curriculum blends Montessori-inspired elements with a bespoke program, delivered in a dual-immersion model where English and Italian are used across subjects. Classes are small (groups of 6–12) and run five days a week, with native Italian and native English-speaking teachers collaborating to teach English language and literature, Math, Italian, Science, History, Geography, Music, Art, Physical Education, Special Project and Critical Thinking. The school serves learners from Kindergarten through middle school, with a focus on bilingual proficiency through shared learning among students from different language backgrounds. Personalised options and online programs support flexible pathways, including homeschooling arrangements. The campus emphasizes a calm, serene learning environment, inquiry-based discovery, and student-led learning. The program has 20 years of experience, with a feature being sustained bilingual instruction across core and enrichment subjects.

Location

The school is located in Borgo San Lorenzo, in the Mugello area near Florence, Italy. Address: Via degli Argini, 8/14, 50032 Borgo San Lorenzo FI, Italia. The campus serves the Florence region with a bilingual program for preschool through middle school.

Stages

Preschool, Elementary and Middle School.

Type

Private bilingual international school.

Country affiliation

Italy

School day structure

The school day runs Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm and from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Students attend class five days a week.

Summary statement
- As of March 16, 2026, no publicly available fee schedule for Bilingual International School Borgo San Lorenzo is published on the school's public information pages; specific monetary amounts for application, tuition (per term or per year group), billing schedule, and other standard fee items are not listed.

Application fees
- Application / registration fee: Not publicly published. No fixed application or enrollment fee amount is listed in the school's public information. Families will need to obtain the current application fee directly from the school.

Tuition fees by school year (per term / per year group)
- Tuition amounts for specific year groups and per-term or per-year charges are not published publicly. The school offers programs from approximately age 5 through middle school, but no per-year or per-term tuition figures are available in the school's public materials.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Billing schedule (annual, termly, monthly installments) and specific payment terms (due dates, penalties for late payment, discounts for full-year payment or siblings) are not published. No public schedule of invoicing or payment deadlines is available.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- The school is operated with daytime opening hours and presents itself as a day bilingual school; no boarding provision or boarding fee schedule is published. Therefore boarding fees are not applicable based on the school's publicly stated organization.

Other costs and fees (uniforms, books, extracurriculars, transport, meals, materials)
- No published schedule of additional compulsory or optional costs (uniforms, textbooks, learning materials, lunches, transport, extracurricular activity fees, field trips) is available. Details and prices for any such items are not stated publicly.

Refund information
- No publicly available refund policy for tuition, deposits, or application/registration fees is published. Information on refunds, cancellations, and fee adjustments is not available in the school's public material.

Fee payment options (bank transfer, credit card, other)
- The school's public information does not list accepted payment methods or bank details. Specific permitted payment channels (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, cash) are not published. For payment method details, contact the school directly.

Contact for fee details
- The school's publicly listed contact details are: Via degli Argini, 8/14, 50032 Borgo San Lorenzo, Florence; Phone 055 84 95 765; Email info@bilingualschoolflorence.com. Use these contacts to request the current, official fee schedule and payment terms.

Search summary and limitation (brief)
- I reviewed the school's publicly accessible information pages (including the school overview and preschool pages) and did not find a published fee schedule or specific monetary figures for the items requested. Because no fee amounts or payment schedules are published there, I could not provide the requested per-term or per-year fee breakdown, billing schedule, refund rules, or payment-method details.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school provides a calm and serene environment where children are guided in a 360-degree educational program. Children are divided into groups of 6 to 12 and attend morning lessons from Monday to Friday, with the option to add one to five afternoon sessions. The school offers personalized paths for children already following homeschooling, with distance learning options. Students' opinions are valued, and teachers guide their discovery of the world through the subjects, with students themselves responsible for their learning paths. Lessons are organized using thematic units in an interdisciplinary approach, and teachers collaborate to create these units. The staff is highly qualified and includes native English-speaking teachers from the USA, England, Ireland, Scotland, Australia, and other places, as well as native Italian-speaking teachers, with educators from other countries such as Spain.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school teaches in English and Italian. Approximately 99% of lessons are delivered in both Italian and English to actively involve students with different language backgrounds. The staff includes native English-speaking teachers from the USA, the UK, Ireland, Scotland, Australia, and other places. Teachers also come from other countries, such as Spain.

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Montessori Bilingual School of Milan

Instructs in Italian, English

Ages 3 - 11 years

Type Co-educational

Montessori Bilingual School of Milan is a private day school offering a bilingual Italian–English Montessori program for children aged 3 to 11. The Preschool – Children's House runs in mixed-age classrooms with two teachers, one Italian and one English, delivering activities in both languages. In Primary School, students aged six to eleven study using the Montessori method in English and Italian, with language support as needed and all subjects taught in both languages. The curriculum combines Montessori materials with the Italian ministerial programme and emphasizes cosmic education as a core component. Facilities focus on accessible, child-centered environments; outdoor space includes a gardening plot and a yard for active learning. After-school activities include karate, juggling and circus arts, art, theater in English and chess; a Shakespeare-themed theater course is offered for primary students. The school participates in a solidarity project, Mulinelli di Sabbia, and is a Scuola Paritaria Bilingue di Milano.

Location

The Montessori Bilingual School of Milan is located at Via Palmieri, 72/4 - 20141 Milano. It is a Montessori-based program that is bilingual in Italian and English. Preschool – Children's House offers two mixed-age bilingual Montessori classrooms for children ages three to six, with activities conducted in Italian and English by a bilingual team of two teachers. The Primary School welcomes children aged six to eleven and applies the Montessori method in English and Italian.

Stages

Preschool – Children's House (ages 3-6) in two mixed-age bilingual classrooms; Primary School (ages 6-11) applying Montessori method in English and Italian.

Type

Private day school offering Montessori education in a bilingual Italian-English program.

School day structure

School hours (Monday to Friday): Children's House – Entrance 8:00–9:00; Exit 15:40–16:00; After-school 16:00–17:30. Primary School – Pre-school 8:00–8:30; Entrance 8:30–9:00; Exit 15:40–16:00; After-school 16:00–17:30.

Application fees
- No fixed application or enrolment fee amount is published in the school's publicly available information for the current academic year. Families should contact the school office (segreteria@montessoribilingue.it or +39 02 49530147 / +39 345 8147898) to obtain the exact application/enrolment fee and how it must be paid.

Tuition fees by school year (preschool / primary)
- The school operates a Children's House (preschool, ages 3–6) and a Primary School (ages 6–11). There is no published schedule of tuition rates per class, term, or year group in the school's publicly available materials. Exact tuition amounts (annual and per-term or per-month breakdowns) must be requested from the school administration.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school does not publish a standard public billing schedule or payment-terms document for tuition (for example, monthly vs. termly vs. annual payment deadlines) in the materials accessible to the public. The school's office provides enrollment and administrative information upon request; families should confirm payment schedule options (annual, termly or monthly), deadlines, late-payment penalties and any available discounts directly with administration.

Boarding fees
- The school offers early-years (Children's House) and Primary School programmes only and does not provide boarding or residential student services; therefore no boarding fees apply.

Other costs and optional fees (meals, extracurriculars, uniforms, trips, materials)
- Afternoon/extra-curricular courses (karate, juggling and circus arts, art, theater in English, chess, Zumba Kids, etc.) are offered to enrolled pupils; these activities are organised separately and typically involve additional charges or separate registration terms. Exact prices and enrolment conditions for each extra-curricular activity are provided by the school at registration.
- School meals, school trips and related services are accounted for in the school's internal financial documents as components tied to overall fees; specific per-meal or per-excursion charges are not publicly listed and are normally billed separately or included as specified in the family's fee schedule.
- No uniform fee or mandatory uniform policy with published pricing is shown in the publicly available information; if a uniform or set of compulsory materials is required, the cost and where to purchase will be provided by the school at enrolment.

Refund information
- There is no publicly posted refund policy or detailed refund terms for tuition or enrolment fees in the school's publicly accessible materials. Refund conditions (for withdrawal, absence, suspension, or cancelled services) must be confirmed directly with the school administration prior to enrolment.

Fee payment options
- The school's public pages do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, direct debit, credit card). Parents should confirm accepted payment methods, invoicing procedures and the required payment references with the school office when requesting the fee schedule. Contact details: segreteria@montessoribilingue.it; phone +39 02 49530147 / +39 345 8147898.

Summary instruction for parents
- The school does not publish a public fee table for the current academic year on its publicly available pages. To register or to obtain a complete, itemised fee schedule (application/enrolment fees, annual tuition and per-term breakdowns, billing dates, optional-service charges, refund terms and acceptable payment methods), contact the school office using the email and telephone numbers above; the administration will provide the current official fee schedule and invoicing terms.

Curriculum

Montessori Bilingual School of Milan offers a bilingual Italian-English program based on the Montessori philosophy. In Preschool – Children's House for ages three to six, two teachers (one Italian, one English) work together in each mixed-age classroom, and activities are conducted in both languages. The Primary School serves children aged six to eleven and applies the Montessori method with instruction in English and Italian. The relationship between adults and children is built through communication in both languages by two educators in the classroom, one English and one Italian; language-support groups are formed for learners who need additional language work. The curriculum uses Montessori materials alongside the Italian ministerial programme, with every subject taught in both languages. After-school and extracurricular activities are offered.

Student Teacher Ratio

Two educators per classroom (one English, one Italian) in Preschool and Primary.

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International Montessori Center Perugia

Instructs in English, Italian

Ages 1 - 18 years

Type Co-educational, Day

The International Montessori Center Perugia offers a continuous educational path from infancy through high school, allowing students from 1 to 19 years old to learn within a unified methodology. Following the Montessori curriculum, the school integrates an Italian-English bilingual environment across all developmental stages, including the Nursery, Home of the Children, Primary, and Secondary levels. The school distinguishes itself by transmitting subjects not as isolated disciplines but as interconnected knowledge, a concept known as cosmic education. One of the school's unique features is its theater-school laboratory, which serves as a core extracurricular activity for emotional and creative expression. Additionally, students can explore applied sciences, photography, and figurative art. With over twenty years of experience providing bilingual K-12 instruction, the institution functions as a hub for both local and expatriate families. It also operates a dedicated training center for Montessori educators from around the globe.

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English Gate School

Instructs in English

Ages 1 - 15 years

Fees €6,590 - 8,830

Type Co-educational

English Gate School in Cantù provides a bilingual education for students aged 1 to 14. Our curriculum integrates the British Curriculum with Italian Ministerial Guidelines, ensuring students develop fluency in both English and Italian. The school employs a unique “Open Source” educational model, which combines the strengths of various methodologies, including the Montessori method and the Reggio Emilia approach, to support personalized learning. Students participate in Project Based Learning, which encourages interdisciplinary problem-solving and collaboration. The school offers specialized extracurricular programs, including Golf, Karate, and a DJ Club, alongside languages such as German, Spanish, and Latin. For working families, we provide dedicated pre- and after-school care and a multi-route bus service. Situated in the heart of Brianza, the campus provides an environment where children can develop practical life skills, creativity, and cultural awareness.

Location

English Gate School is located in the town of Cantù in the Brianza area of northern Italy. The campus is geographically positioned to serve families living in or commuting from nearby municipalities, including Monza and Como.

Stages

The school caters to students from ages 1 to 14, divided into four main sections. These consist of a Nursery for ages 9 to 36 months, a Kindergarten for ages 3 to 5, Primary School for ages 6 to 10, and Middle School for ages 11 to 13.

Type

English Gate School is a co-educational day school. It does not offer boarding facilities to any age group.

Additional learning support

During the admissions process, the school conducts initial assessments to identify areas where a student may require extra help. If needed, a personalized support plan is developed to facilitate integration, which includes dedicated assistance for English language transition. The school also accommodates practical requirements, such as providing specific dietary options in the canteen for children with allergies or intolerances.

Country affiliation

The school does not have a single country affiliation.

Religious affiliation

The school has no specific religious affiliation.

School day structure

The core school day typically runs from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, though exact times vary slightly depending on the age group

Bus service

A multi-route school bus service is available for children aged three and older. The service provides home-to-school transportation and covers routes up to 20 kilometers from the campus in Cantù.

Admissions

1. Introductory Interview
The admissions journey begins with an initial interview that includes both the family and the prospective student. This meeting provides an opportunity for the school to outline its educational framework and for parents to ask specific questions regarding the curriculum. It functions as a practical discussion to ensure the school's offerings align with the family's expectations and the student's requirements.

2. Availability Check and Assessment
After the initial meeting, the school verifies if there are available places in the student's target year group. If a spot is open, early years applicants are invited for a "Stay&Play" or "Stay&Learn" familiarization session. Applicants for Primary and Middle School must complete an Admission Test covering English, Mathematics, and Italian to help the school identify if a personalized academic support plan is needed for the student's integration.

3. Enrollment and Registration
To finalize the enrollment, parents must complete the designated application forms supplied by the Admission Office. Families are also required to pay the annual Registration Fee to officially secure the student's seat. Once the paperwork and payment are processed, the school issues a Welcome Letter to confirm the student's placement for the approaching academic year.

Scholarships

The school does not currently provide information regarding scholarships, bursaries, or financial aid programs.

Waitlist

English Gate School does not publish information about a formal waitlist or applicant pool system. The admissions office evaluates classroom availability on a case-by-case basis during the second step of the application process. Families applying for year groups that are already at capacity should speak directly with the admissions staff to ask about potential future openings.

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Assisi International School

Instructs in Italian, English

Ages 1 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Assisi International School is a bilingual Montessori-method school with campuses in Assisi and Perugia, Italy. It serves learners from infancy to adolescence, ages 0 to 18, with a progressive curriculum that integrates Montessori principles in the early years and Cambridge programmes in primary and secondary education, including Cambridge IGCSE. The Bespoke Curriculum component allows for individualized learning pathways within a supportive school community. The two campuses sit in the Umbrian region, offering a blend of local context and international perspectives, with a focus on developing independent, curious learners who can navigate diverse cultures. In the Montessori tradition, the school emphasizes hands-on learning, self-directed activity, and collaborative work, while Cambridge elements provide structured academic progression and external recognition. As a bilingual institution, students are immersed in a multilingual environment that supports communication, critical thinking, and global citizenship throughout the 0–18 age range. The school values community, safety, and strong family partnerships.

Location

The school has two campuses in Italy: Assisi (Santa Maria degli Angeli) and Perugia. The Assisi campus is at Via Cristoforo Cecci, 2c, 06081 Santa Maria degli Angeli, Assisi (PG). The Perugia campus is at Via Martiri 28 Marzo, 29, 06132 Perugia (PG), inside the Comitato per la vita Daniele Chianelli at the Santa Misericordia hospital. AIS is part of the Patrizio Paoletti Foundation for Development and Communication, an Ente del Terzo Settore (ETS).

Stages

Nido (nursery); Infanzia (early childhood); Primaria (primary); Secondaria (secondary); Liceo (high school)

Type

The school is a bilingual Montessori-method school with campuses in Assisi and Perugia.

Country affiliation

Italy

Application / registration fees
- Nido (0–3): annual registration fee EUR 300 (the registration fee is obligatory and non‑refundable).
- Infanzia, Primaria, Secondaria, Liceo: registration procedures and deadlines are specified in each school's enrollment documents; the regulations indicate registration and enrolment steps but do not publish a fixed universal registration amount in the school regulations. Fees and any specific registration amounts are established by the school's management and set out in the enrollment contract.

Tuition fees (retta) — amounts and breakdown by year group
- Nido (0–3) — published amounts (charged as a monthly retta, 12 monthly payments):
- 7:00–14:00: EUR 550 per month.
- 7:00–17:00: EUR 650 per month.
- Meals charged separately on consumption as indicated for age bands (see meal costs below). The Nido retta is stated as a 12‑month commitment.
- Infanzia (3–6), Primaria (6–11), Secondaria di I grado (11–14) and Liceo (14–18/19): the school regulations state that families pay a periodic retta of frequency and that the exact amounts are determined annually by the school governing body (Organo Gestore / Comitato di Gestione). Specific tuition amounts per class/year or per term are not published in the available regulatory documents; families receive the precise amounts and payment schedule in the enrollment/contract documentation. Payment frequency for these levels is monthly, with payment due by the 5th of the month unless otherwise agreed in the contract.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- General: for the school levels with published regulations, tuition is billed on a monthly basis and must be paid by the 5th day of the relevant month. The retta is normally due regardless of short‑term absences.
- Nido: billed as 12 monthly payments; payment must be made according to the methods specified in the enrollment module and no reductions are granted for absences; delays in payment over 30 days may result in the school charging recovery costs.
- Infanzia: the regulation specifies payment by the electronic register LOOP, bank transfer (bonifico bancario) or POS (card) by the 5th of the month. The retta includes the school's planned activities, the mensa (lunch service) and Montessori materials; occasional one‑time contributions for specific initiatives may be requested during the year.
- Secondaria: the regulation specifies payment via postal payment slip (bollettino postale) or bank transfer by the 5th of the month; the retta covers school activities and occasional one‑time contributions may be required.
- Liceo (Secondaria II grado): payments are due by the 5th of the month and may be made in person at the school (cash up to EUR 1,999; Bancomat / credit card), by bank transfer (IBAN provided in the school regulation), or via the Loop platform with card. The Liceo regulation lists the bank details for transfers.

Boarding (residential) fees
- Assisi International School operates day programmes at its Assisi and Perugia locations; the published school regulations and school pages describe the school sites and day‑school programmes but do not set out any boarding or residential offering or boarding fees. No boarding/convitto fees are listed in the school regulations.

Other costs and typical extras
- Meals / mensa:
- Nido: meal costs are charged on consumption; published meal rates in the Nido regulation are EUR 4.80 for the 3–12 months food production band and EUR 5.20 for the 12–36 months band (per meal as indicated).
- Infanzia, Secondaria, Liceo: the regulations describe an on‑site mensa with ASL‑regulated menus; at Infanzia the retta is said to include mensa and Montessori materials, while at Secondaria and Liceo the mensa service is set out as a school service (costing and inclusion vary and are determined by the school/contract).
- Uniform / corredo and class materials:
- Infanzia (Casa dei Bambini) specifies required clothing and corredo: e.g., two changes of clothing, two body garments, indoor shoes, a raincoat, and two school smocks (grembiuli) to be purchased through the school; the regulation lists required items but does not state a single uniform price. Families should expect to purchase specified items (some to be bought through the school).
- Primary/Secondary/Liceo: regulations and PTOF state that the Collegio dei Docenti adopts textbooks and that families are responsible for schoolbooks and personal materials as normally required; specific book lists and any costs are communicated at the start of each year.
- Occasional one‑time contributions: the regulations for each level allow the school to request one‑off contributions for specific didactic initiatives or projects during the year; these are charged as needed and are not fixed recurring tuition amounts.

Refunds and withdrawal (recesso) policy
- Nido:
- The Nido regulation states the annual registration fee is obligatory and in no case refundable, including in the event of withdrawal before the school year starts.
- Termination of enrollment (recesso) is permitted in writing with at least three months' notice; the regulation also indicates that the retta remains due in the amounts agreed and that no reductions are applied for absences.
- Infanzia:
- The Infanzia regulation specifies that failure to attend after enrollment does not entitle families to reimbursement of already paid portions of the annual tuition nor does it exempt families from paying remaining instalments as per the contract.
- Secondaria and Liceo:
- Both regulations permit family withdrawal in writing; the precise modalities and any financial consequences for withdrawal (refunds, outstanding instalments, notice periods) are specified in the enrollment contract signed at admission. Non‑payment of school fees and serious disciplinary breaches can lead to loss of the student's place.

Accepted fee payment methods (summary)
- Nido: payment methods are those indicated in the enrollment module (payment due by the 5th); the regulation requires adherence to the methods set out at enrollment.
- Infanzia: LOOP (electronic register), bank transfer (bonifico bancario) or POS (card) — payment by the 5th of the month.
- Secondaria: postal payment slip (bollettino postale) or bank transfer — payment by the 5th of the month.
- Liceo: in‑person (cash up to EUR 1,999; Bancomat / credit card) at the school office, bank transfer (IBAN printed in the regulation), or Loop platform with card.

Brief summary of available published figures and gaps found
- The school's published regulations include explicit, monetary tuition and meal figures only for the Nido (the Nido regulation states the monthly fees and meal prices and the EUR 300 annual registration fee). The regulations for Infanzia, Primaria, Secondaria and the Liceo set policy, payment methods, billing timing and contractual terms but do not publish specific tuition amounts per class/year or per term; those amounts are set annually by the school's governing body and are provided to families in enrollment/contract documentation. Where exact numeric tuition by year group or per term is required for entries in an external database, those specific figures must be obtained from the school's enrollment/contract paperwork or administrative office because they are not listed as fixed amounts in the public regulations.

Uniform Requirement

Two grembiuli (smocks) are required and purchased through the school, and children wear comfortable clothing (tracksuits, T-shirts, sweatshirts, elastic waist pants) with Velcro-fastened indoor shoes (at least up to age 4). A labeled box in the child's cubby holds a pair of indoor slippers or non-slip indoor shoes; weekly items include a cloth napkin for snacks and a towel with a loop to be brought on Monday and returned Friday; sweets and personal toys are not to be brought, and all items should be labeled; changes to the uniform policy will be communicated at the start of each school year.

Food Options

Lunch is provided with autumn/winter and spring/summer menus, regulated by the ASL, with a four-week rotation; the menu is emailed to families at the start of the year and changes are posted in the cafeteria. For allergies or dietary restrictions, a medical certificate is required; special diets for religious or family reasons require a written parental request; a plain diet may be served for up to three days without certification; snacks are provided mid-morning and mid-afternoon; parents' representatives select and supply snacks; each child brings a cloth napkin and a towel with a loop; all items should be labeled.

Governance and Ownership

AIS Assisi International School is a project of Fondazione Patrizio Paoletti per lo Sviluppo e la Comunicazione ETS. The legal representative is the President of the Foundation, and the Foundation's Board delegated the role of Dirigente scolastico to Dr. Barbara Piva on January 31, 2022 to coordinate the school's educational work. The AIS Casa dei bambini sede is in Assisi, with an additional site in Perugia.

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