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Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction
SIS Milano-Basiglio is a day primary school in Basiglio, Milan, offering a bilingual Italian–English programme for ages 6 to 11. It sits within the SIS network and teaches the Italian curriculum enriched with an international perspective, with immersion in both languages for the Primary School. The Basiglio campus is a renovated, light-filled building at Via don Silvio Coira 45, designed for technology-enhanced learning and continuity from Kindergarten to College within SIS. The day runs from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with lunch and after-school care until 6:00 p.m., and flexible drop-off. Facilities include a library, a gym, an outside soccer field, a dedicated gardening space and a multipurpose playground. Students study in Italian and English with two teachers per class (one Italian-speaking, one English-speaking). The programme participates in SIS activities, including the SIS Cup, Intercountry Activity, and the SIS Best Essay Award, with clubs in Arts, Culture, Language and Service.
Via don Silvio Coira, 45, 20079 Basiglio MI, Italy
The Essentials
SIS Swiss International School Milano-Basiglio has instruction in Italian, English.
Location
Located in Basiglio, Milan, Italy. The campus address is Via don Silvio Coira 45, 20079 Basiglio, Milan.
Stages
Primary School
Type
Primary School; Day school; Bilingual immersion
Country affiliation
Switzerland; part of the SIS Swiss International School network
School day structure
Lunch, homework supervision, before- and after-school care, flexible drop-off and pickup times.
Fees
Annual tuition at SIS Swiss International School Milano-Basiglio ranges from EUR 7,230 to EUR 15,540 for 2026/27.
Enrolment / Application Fees
- Enrolment Fee: EUR 900.00 (non-refundable; must be paid at registration to guarantee a school place).
Tuition Fees (by year group)
- Primary (Years 1–5): Annual tuition EUR 9,900.00. - Payment structure for annual tuition: pay in a single payment or in 5 equal instalments of EUR 1,980.00 each. A 3% discount is offered for payment of the entire yearly fee in advance by the date specified for that academic year. School fees for mid-term admissions are prorated.
Lunch, Care and Additional Regular Charges
- Lunch fees: EUR 500.00 per semester (lunch is mandatory and fees are billed in advance per semester; fees for mid-term admissions are prorated).
- Pre-school care (08:00–08:30): available on request and included in the school fees for the stated school day.
- After-school care (optional) — yearly fees (in EUR): - 1 day per week: one hour (4–5 p.m.) EUR 200; two hours (4–6 p.m.) EUR 300. - 2 days per week: one hour EUR 350; two hours EUR 600. - 3 days per week: one hour EUR 500; two hours EUR 900. - 4 days per week: one hour EUR 650; two hours EUR 1,200. - 5 days per week: one hour EUR 800; two hours EUR 1,500.
- Clubs: Prices vary by activity and weekly frequency; prices are activity-specific.
Sibling Discount
- A 10% sibling discount applies to the school fees of the younger child when more than one child from the same family is enrolled.
Billing Schedule and Payment Terms
- Annual tuition may be paid in a single payment or in 5 instalments (each instalment EUR 1,980.00 for the annual tuition level shown). - Lunch fees are billed in advance per semester (billed in September and February for the stated academic year). - Mid-term admissions: tuition and service fees are prorated.
Boarding Fees
- Boarding is not applicable. The school operates as a day school.
Other Costs and Responsibilities
- School and sport uniform: supplied via an external supplier (costs paid by parents through that supplier).
- School bus: transport is provided on request and organised through an external supplier (costs depend on the external provider).
- Books and school supplies: purchased by parents; these are not included in the tuition or shown ancillary fees.
Refund Information
- The enrolment fee is explicitly non-refundable. - No specific refund terms for tuition or other fees are published within the school's published fee summary for the academic year shown.
Fee Payment Options
- The published fee summary sets out billing and instalment options but does not list specific payment methods (for example, bank transfer or credit card) in the fee summary itself. Parents should use the school's invoicing information for payment instruction when completing enrolment and invoicing steps.
Version note: the school's published fee summary for the academic year shown lists the above amounts and terms.
Academics
SIS Swiss International School Milano-Basiglio teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Swiss Curriculum for students aged 3 to 11.
Curriculum
Follows the Italian curriculum, enriched with an international perspective. Bilingual by immersion for Primary School. Continuity from Kindergarten to College and learning enhanced by technology within SIS's international network with local insight.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides a structured, stable and nurturing day-school community that supports social and emotional development; students learn to share with others, develop assertiveness, and take pride in their achievements.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English and Italian are used in day-to-day life and instruction; language acquisition occurs through immersion with teachers who have native-level fluency, enabling near-native bilingual competence for many students.
Mental Wellbeing
The school is a place to learn and thrive in a stable, nurturing environment with a structured day that includes lunch, supervised homework, and after-school options to support wellbeing and development.
Safeguarding
A safe learning environment is provided, and digital learning includes e-safety education as part of the curriculum.
Admissions
Admissions
Enrollment is accepted year‑round, following Italian law. For questions, contact the school office. Open School sessions are by appointment on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. How do I enroll? Children can be enrolled starting from the age of six. The Primary School in Milan‑Basiglio is the first SIS Swiss International School in Italy, and expansion to Early Childhood and Secondary levels is planned. If a child does not speak one or both of the school languages, enrollment is possible; Italian and English are taught through the immersive method, with additional language courses offered outside regular hours or as intensive courses during school hours, and the cost of additional language lessons is included in the school fees.
FAQs
What curriculum does SIS Swiss International School follow?
Follows the Italian curriculum, enriched with an international perspective. Bilingual by immersion for Primary School. Continuity from Kindergarten to College and learning enhanced by technology within SIS's international network with local insight.
What are the tuition fees?
**Enrolment / Application Fees**
- Enrolment Fee: EUR 900.00 (non-refundable; must be paid at registration to guarantee a school place).
**Tuition Fees (by year group)**
- Primary (Years 1–5): Annual tuition EUR 9,900.00.
Where is SIS Swiss International School located?
Located in Basiglio, Milan, Italy. The campus address is Via don Silvio Coira 45, 20079 Basiglio, Milan.
What are the school hours?
Lunch, homework supervision, before- and after-school care, flexible drop-off and pickup times.
How does admissions work?
Enrollment is accepted year‑round, following Italian law. For questions, contact the school office. Open School sessions are by appointment on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. To book, email info@sis-basiglio.
What languages are taught?
Bilingual by immersion – a complete bilingual experience for Primary School children; the academic program follows the Italian curriculum enriched with an international perspective.
What wellbeing support is available?
The school provides a structured, stable and nurturing day-school community that supports social and emotional development; students learn to share with others, develop assertiveness, and take pride in their achievements.
What facilities does the school have?
The school resides at Via don Silvio Coira 45, Basiglio, Milan. The recently renovated building is colourful and flooded with light, offering ideal conditions for a stimulating learning environment.
When was SIS Swiss International School founded?
The school is part of an international network of 20 bilingual schools located in Switzerland, Germany, Brazil, and Italy. It has been implementing the SIS educational method for over 20 years.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The campus includes a library and five modern classrooms equipped with advanced teaching technology to support creative and collaborative work. The school participates in SIS international activities and signature events with SIS schools worldwide.
