Ambrit International School

Ambrit International School is located at Via F. Tajani 50, 00149 Rome, Italy. It is situated about 6 kilometres south of Rome's historic centre in the Portuense area. The campus sits on a 10-acre hill overlooking the Tiber River.

Early Childhood; Primary School; Middle School. The school serves students aged 3-14.

International IB World School offering the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3-11 and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11-14; operates as a day school.

420 students; representing over 60 nationalities; language distribution: 40% Italian first language, 30% English first language and 30% native speakers of other languages.

Bus service available; provided in partnership with a private bus company; daily service from 7:00; routes based on areas where families reside; registration by end of June; route adjustments possible for new families, space permitting.

Ambrit offers the International Baccalaureate continuum with PYP in Early Childhood and Primary and MYP in Middle School. The EC PYP Curriculum is play-based and Reggio-inspired, with inquiry-driven learning for ages 3–6. The Primary School PYP Curriculum uses Units of Inquiry under six transdisciplinary themes and includes English as an Additional Language (EAL), ICT and PSPE as core components. The Middle School follows the MYP, covering Language and Literature, Language Acquisition (Italian, French, Mandarin, Spanish), Sciences, Individuals and Societies, Design, Mathematics, Arts, and Physical and Health Education. Language of instruction is English and Italian.

Approximately 420 students; maximum class size of 20.

At the end of middle school, Ambrit students are prepared to enter International High School or Italian High School, depending on the program chosen for Middle School. The Grade 8 Dean of Students provides high school selection information and arranges onsite information sessions and visits to high schools in Rome.

Ambrit stands firmly against discrimination in all forms. It aims to create a school culture where every member feels safe, seen, heard, and treated with dignity. This commitment informs its curriculum and school life.

Special Educational Needs: Mild or moderate learning difficulties may be admitted on a probationary basis with written dates of evaluation; Ambrit cannot admit serious learning, physical, emotional, or behavioural difficulties due to space and trained staff constraints. Some Learning Support services may incur additional fees; past records may be required, including prior diagnostic testing or evidence of special education assistance.

The language of instruction is English, with Italian, French, Mandarin, and Spanish offered as additional languages. The EAL program assists students whose first language is not English to become competent users of English so they can participate fully in the social and academic life of the school. English language learning is not intended as a replacement for the home language but as an additional language. The counselling team is part of the Student Support Services and supports well-being.

Counselling is part of Ambrit's Student Support Services. The counselling team enhances the well-being of the school community in a confidential, non-judgmental manner. They provide individual, small group, and family counselling and offer workshops on social skills, transitions, third culture kids, behaviour management, bullying prevention, and family harmony.

Applications are reviewed within seven working days after the completed application and all required supporting documents are received. If admission is recommended and a place is available, a formal offer is sent by email; if no place is available, the application is placed on the waiting list and you will be updated when a place becomes available. Applicants are assessed mainly on submitted documentation and an interview; for children new to English or with language, behavioral or learning needs, a language and/or learning evaluation may be required to determine accommodation. Applications are accepted throughout the school year, though earlier applications improve the chances of meeting the family's needs. Admissions decisions are communicated by email; acceptance emails include information about payment, bus and lunch services, the confirmed start date, and other school contacts. Documentation required before review includes: completed application form; copy of student's passport or equivalent; report cards for the past two years (in English or Italian); Student Referral form (Prep-8) sent by the current teacher; Student Questionnaire form (Grades 4-8); standardized testing results if available; psychological/educational evaluations if applicable. Grade placement is based on age as of August 31 (e.g., 3-year-olds in Nursery, 4 in Kindergarten, 5 Prep, 6 Grade 1, up to 13 in Grade 8). The EAL program assists students whose first language is not English; some EAL services may incur additional fees. Ambrit does not admit children with serious learning, physical, emotional or behavioral difficulties; mild to moderate learning difficulties may be admitted on a probationary basis with written evaluation dates. The school facilitates information sessions about International High Schools; the Grade 8 Dean of Students assists with high school placement. Ambrit does not offer any financial aid. Italian is taught as an additional language from Nursery through Grade Five; in Middle School students may study Spanish, French or Mandarin depending on the program.

Ambrit does not offer any financial aid.

If a place is not available after admission is recommended, the application is placed on the waiting list and updates are provided as soon as a place becomes available.