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Rome International School is a private day school offering the best international education for students between the ages of 2 and 18. With more than 500 students of mixed gender representing over 40 nationalities, our School is a fine example of a global community. Our mission is to provide a nurturing environment in which children of all nationalities and faiths can explore and respect their own and each other’s cultural and religious heritage. We aspire to equip our students with the skills needed to become life-long learners so that every child can realize their unique gifts and achieve their full potential. As educators, we aim to guide our children in the process of ‘learning to learn, facilitating their development into inquisitive, active, and open-minded students, capable of working independently and in a spirit of harmony and co-operation alongside others. We believe that such an education is needed to meet the challenges of the future and will produce individuals who are self-confident, resourceful, and enterprising. Our Vision is to be an integrated and caring community in which teachers, parents, and management cooperate to develop our student's attributes of international mindedness, a spirit of enterprise, and the joy of life-long learning by offering a first-class educational program. The foundation of the learning experience at Rome International School is based on the 7 pillars of our educational approach. The IB Learner Profile underpins everything we do. The school actively encourages academic excellence and there is a range of scholarships and awards available each year. Our approach recognizes the skills and aptitudes of all learners and responds appropriately. It values high achievement relative to each student’s progress and celebrates students who embody the principles and values of the school and the International Baccalaureate Organization. Our specialized and experienced international staff are committed to our student's education and are there to support, inspire and motivate students. View full school

Our school is singularly focused on the highest achievement for every student, and our teachers have been hard at work preparing for the upcoming school year with this in mind. Many of our students are new to VHS this year our school is fully staffed with resource personnel to assist students and parents with any of the challenges related to deployments, life overseas, and separation from extended family. The school has a full-time School Psychologist, two Guidance Counselors, and houses two military support positions as well- ASACS Counselor and MFLC Counselor. Our team is trained to look out for students in need of support and will proactively reach out whenever they feel that they can help, and parents and students are also encouraged to contact the school if they would like to talk with someone about these challenges. We are here to help! VHS has a rich tradition of excellence in the Four A's- Academics, Arts, Activities, and Athletics, and a wealth of programs in all areas are here for students. We offer a full complement of AP courses, a variety of music and art classes, activities with room for everyone, and several sports every season. Students who do well in high school feel connected to their school, and VHS has many ways to do so. An activity fair will be held in the fall to inform new and returning students of opportunities. In keeping with the DoDEA mission to "provide an exemplary education that inspires and prepares all our students for success in a dynamic, global environment", the DoDEA Curriculum Content Standards and the Community Strategic Plan (CSP) provide the framework for academic excellence. Our curriculum translates the standards into a sequenced series of statements about what students will learn through their school experiences. Vicenza is a community made up of U.S. Soldiers and service members, Department of Defense civilians, Family members, Italian military personnel, and Italian civilian employees. Our community is based out of the Italian military installations, Caserma Carlo Ederle and Caserma Renato Del Din, and other satellite locations in Vicenza, Italy. We understand the challenges in moving to a new location and hope this information will help you in the transition. View full school

St. Francis is located in the north of Rome. Our school is a special place, and we are energized by the opportunity of partnering with parents to educate our children. Four beliefs guide our work. We believe in the intellectual, emotional, physical, creative, social, and developmental needs and unique abilities of each child. We believe in helping each child develop self-confidence, self-respect, and self-reliance as essential ingredients for learning. We believe in developing students’ respect and responsibility for their natural, social, and educational environment. We believe students who have a meaningful connection to diverse nationalities will help create a world in which cooperation, tolerance, and kindness prevail. St. Francis is composed of a caring group of teachers and support staff. We strive to create an environment where students feel safe, comfortable, and respected. The School aims to provide a sound education in respect of the values of tolerance, solidarity, trust, and integrity, in a safe, and positive environment. Here each child can attain his or her full potential academically, physically, emotionally, and socially within a small caring atmosphere. Children are encouraged to be responsible, caring, aware, and proud. Politeness, courtesy, and good behavior are of the utmost importance. We are committed to providing a challenging educational environment that encourages high performance in a nurturing atmosphere characterized by dignity and respect for diverse religions and cultures. We believe in the uniqueness of each child and the importance of the early years in developing the child’s positive self-image, establishing language skills, and encouraging creativity. We are certain that children learn by being involved in the learning process and by exploring the world around them with teachers who are sensitive to their needs. This Philosophy reflects the belief that the process of learning is as important as the end product. The curriculum focuses not only on the acquisition of knowledge but also on the development of thinking and problem-solving. The social studies curriculum covers both history and geography in the elementary years. It is also important that the students cover a unit theme in ‘community’. The curriculum provides the opportunity to prepare students with the skills for a socially, politically, economically, and geographically changing world where understanding, knowledge, and interdependence are essential. Saint Francis students gain experience with many different forms and principles of art. We aim to help the children realize how art can be experienced both as an expressive form of oneself, and a reflection of the world about us- past, present, and future. Artwork is often incorporated into other parts of the curriculum and contributes to a deeper understanding of a topic. Children also go on school trips to exhibitions and museums to broaden their experience of the art world. The year culminates in the ‘sfis artfest’ which involves each class working with an overall given theme. Each child will complete both an individual piece and a group/ class art piece. Parents are invited to view the students’ work at the international picnic. View full school

The Udine International School, where every day we are meeting the challenge to develop an international culture, versatility of knowledge, and the capacity for individual growth in every one of our students. The Udine International School is now in its 14th year of leading the way in delivering a world-class International Education in the Udine area. The school was started in 2003 through a joint initiative with its founding partner, The International School of Trieste, which is responsible for issuing diplomas fully and legally recognized by Italian law (art. 10, comma 3, Della Legge 29 Gennaio 1986, no. 26) specifically designed for the school. Having opened our doors with 100 students, we now cater to about 220 boys and girls across the full range of classes from two years of age through to the end of Middle School. Our student body represents over 25 different nationalities and the highly trained educators that make up our staff come from all over the world, bringing to Udine an outstanding level of pedagogy from a broad range of diverse educational systems where they have completed their training and gained their prior experience. The school is divided into three sections: Early Childhood for students aged 2-5 Elementary School for students aged 6-10 Middle School for students aged 11-13. International High School at The International School of Trieste with a five-year course of studies. We set high expectations for our diverse students in both academic and personal development, encouraging and supporting them to become global citizens of high integrity. Many of our accomplishments have grown from a strong home-school partnership, the success of which is centered on a true understanding of our Mission and Vision and of what is truly International Education. The Udine International School (UIS) is a non-profit Foundation whose main statutory objective is the promotion of international culture and education. To pursue its aims, The Udine International School organizes, conducts, and administers educational and training programs as well as cultural activities and refresher courses. These activities pursue the objectives of the Foundation and are subject to approval by the Board of Directors. View full school

We are one of the leading schools in Europe, providing an exceptional education to children aged 2 to 18 through the full range of Foundation, Primary and Secondary schooling. Situated at the very heart of Milan, the St. Louis School community is warm and friendly and offers the highest standards of pastoral and academic care across 3 campuses. Having developed its reputation for high-quality education for over 20 years, today’s school has more than 1200 students, representing about 50 different nationalities. Our experienced teachers ensure that all students are offered the opportunity to fulfill their potential both in and beyond the classroom. The result is that St. Louis students are invariably well-equipped to take the next step in their education and enter the best universities all over the world as confident, caring, and responsible citizens. Sports and the arts, community service and adventurous activity (Duke of Edinburgh award) are all central to St. Louis School curriculum. Shortly, we must continue to "take the lead" in preparing students for jobs required in the 21st century with ‘soft skills such as creativity, teamwork, empathy, grit, resilience, and honesty. We are very proud of our school’s warm, welcoming atmosphere and would be extremely pleased to share the achievements of our school and pupils with you. The St. Louis School of Milan is an International school that provides a high-quality education within a friendly, secure, purposeful environment, in which we foster creativity, independence of thought, and enduring love of learning which prepares our students to take their future roles as citizens of the world. By embracing the different backgrounds of our pupils we instill within our children an appreciation of the rights of individuals irrespective of race, creed, and culture. We believe that everyone within the school community should be treated with respect, tolerance, fairness, and concern. By actively involving our parental body in assisting their children to learn, we also create an openness that builds mutual trust and appreciation which socially models a climate of international understanding. The St. Louis School of Milan is a co-educational day and boarding school for pupils from 2 to 18 years old. It is a Cambridge International Examinations Centre and an IB World School. The school has also been granted the Italian official status of Parità (Scuola Primaria) and is the first International school in Italy to achieve Eco-School status. We offer a British-based national curriculum with an additional Italian stream for children fluent in the Italian language, along with an inspiring extra-curricular program designed to help your child reach and exceed their true potential. For the St. Louis School team, there is no gift greater than knowledge. The school strives to offer all its students the best start in their education by providing a friendly, caring, and inspiring academic atmosphere. In a safe, happy, and nurturing environment, students develop a genuine love of learning, quality, and academic success. We cultivate individual enrichment in music, arts, language, sports, and drama reinforced by the superior technology and resources provided by the school’s facilities and taught by highly qualified teachers. We firmly believe in the importance of traditional values and standards and we are committed to embracing a blended education, integrating technology with class activities in a planned and pedagogically valuable manner, preparing students to face today’s world with confidence and competence, wherever their future endeavors may take them. View full school

Our 460 students, aged 3-14 and representing over 60 nationalities, learn and flourish in a supportive and engaging international environment. Ambrit mirrors the rich history, beauty, culture, and fascination that makes Rome one of the most fabulous cities in the world. The learning experience at Ambrit is exciting, challenging, and fun. Our rich programs focus on the development of thinking, academic, and social competencies and we aim to foster the development of independent, globally aware, responsible students who are prepared for the future. We are authorized to offer the prestigious International Baccalaureate’s Primary Years Program from age 3-11 and we are a candidate IB Middle Years Program school. The language of instruction at Ambrit is English with Italian, French and Mandarin offered as additional languages. Our campus is centrally located which allows us to take advantage of the architectural, historical, and cultural offerings that abound in this magnificent city. Our campus provides a stimulating environment with spacious playing fields and sweeping views of the city. We are a technology-rich school and our teaching makes the most of these resources while keeping the education of the whole child in mind. As you spend time looking at our website we hope you will discover what makes Ambrit such a unique school and that you will be encouraged to come and visit us. We’d like to show you firsthand our impressive facilities and introduce you to our engaged students and our experienced staff. View full school

At Bishop Thomas Grant, we have a long-standing tradition of being a fully inclusive Catholic school. We expect all our students to make exceptional academic progress and to be fully supported in their journeys of faith. We inculcate in our students the importance of hard work, good manners, smart appearance, courtesy, co-operation, and service to others at all times. We ensure a curriculum fit for the 21st Century that is personalized to meet and challenge the needs of individual students. We are a school with traditional values and high aspirations. At Bishop Thomas Grant School, we expect and encourage each student to fulfill their potential, and we enable them to continue to grow in their faith and mature into fine young people. In this ever-changing world, the school continues to evolve and adapt, ensuring that our students develop the skills required to move on to higher education and employment and to confidently take their place in society. The ethos and high aspirational culture of our school are rooted in Gospel values to quote the Diocesan Vision for Education, “We stand on holy ground. Every child, every young person, every adult is a unique image of God.”Parents are the first educators of their child and at Bishop Thomas Grant School we communicate regularly with parents and families. We continue to set challenging targets to make certain that the school builds on its current academic success. This, along with our enrichment program and extra-curricular activities, serves to ensure that our students receive a broad and balanced education and can succeed in life as confident, resilient, and well-rounded individuals. At Bishop Thomas Grant School, our Catholic faith is not simply an added extra that we teach and offer our students it is integrated into the whole life of our School and in all aspects of the curriculum. It is conveyed in the values and attitudes which are incorporated into the way we structure and manage, into the relationships between staff and students, and into the aims we set ourselves. We believe that the Catholic vision of life can enable human beings to become more human. In our School, we undertake to present it, live it, and celebrate it. Our Catholic Vision was acknowledged by the Archdiocese of Southwark in their recent inspection of the school. We are a truly comprehensive school and our curriculum reflects this. Students at Bishop Thomas Grant School will make the expected levels of progress in their subjects and go beyond this. We are committed to ensuring that every child leaves us with the best education to prepare them for their lives as adults and as followers of Christ. When you send your sons and daughters to secondary school you place your trust in us. We have the opportunity as educators to enable students to shine and gain the qualifications that will open the doors to their future careers. We believe passionately that every student at Bishop Thomas Grant School must access a modern curriculum that is fit for purpose, stretching, enjoyable, and that equips them with the skills and knowledge for the future. The curriculum at Bishop Thomas Grant School is reviewed annually to ensure that we are meeting the needs of all students. The best schools do not wait for the world to change before they adapt their curriculum in line with others. The best schools change their curriculum as the world changes and other schools follow them. Students at Bishop Thomas Grant School experience a rich world-class curriculum that will enable our learners of today to be the leaders of tomorrow. View full school

St. Stephen's School is a non-denominational, co-educational, American international day and boarding IB World School in the heart of Rome. We enroll students from ages 14-19 in grades 9-12, plus an optional postgraduate year. Our diverse faculty of accomplished scholars bring the highest level of instruction to a diverse student cohort. A focus on the School’s core values of scholarship, integrity, and creativity inspires our students to become independent, caring, and engaged young men and women, who act as both architects of their future, as well as responsible and motivated global citizens. Our students come from all over the world to pursue their high school education in an atmosphere of scholarly endeavor, creative exploration, and multicultural exchange. Our motto articulates the dedication to academic excellence shared by students and faculty. At 275 students we are small, forty boarders constitute our ‘nuclear’ family, the experiential dimension of our curriculum, which includes an extensive trip program, confers a ‘hands on’ feel to our academics and our location, in the heart of the Eternal City and at the crossroads of Europe, provides a rich cultural context in which to learn and grow. The faculty at St. Stephen’s are scholars, artists, writers, and scientists who are passionate about their subjects and illuminate the minds and lives of the students they teach, each day and every year. St Stephen’s School is committed to rigorous child protection procedures and protocols and fully complies with Italian and US law as well as Council of International School recommendations. All new hires undergo a comprehensive vetting process and criminal background check. We are an English-language international school in the heart of Rome whose small size and stimulating collaborative environment offer students a transformative college preparatory experience anchored by the highest standards of academic excellence. St. Stephen's is a four-year, independent, non-denominational, boarding, and day school that draws on the strengths of both American and European education traditions to give our students a deeper understanding of the world grounded in western culture. Through close mentoring, intellectual inquiry, and inspired teaching in a small class setting, we motivate students to reach their fullest potential and take responsibility for their academic achievement, which readies them for the most competitive universities on both sides of the Atlantic and the joys and benefits of lifelong learning. We foster a warm, collaborative environment – enriched by a vibrant boarding program – so young people gain the confidence to find their true balance and engage fully as caring citizens in a diverse international community. We examine the rich historical layers of Rome as a source for academic inspiration and encourage students to engage in its dynamic urban environment. We strive to provide a holistic preparatory experience that lays the foundation for continued academic achievement and fulfilling life. We are the only English language high school in the historic center of Rome. Our unique and unrivaled location enables us to use the Eternal City as our classroom every week. With Rome’s cultural wonders everywhere, students engage with their surroundings through field trips, visits to archeological ruins, the catacombs, the omnipresent fountains, and the richly varied museums. View full school

Since its founding in 1948, Istituto Aleardo Aleardi has been an innovative center of education. In 1996, the school continued this tradition with the inauguration of its international section, the International School of Verona. In recognition of the ever-changing world within which we live, the whole school strives to prepare students for the world of tomorrow, offering a demanding cross-cultural curriculum that opens doors worldwide through international examinations and certifications that culminates in the IB Diploma. We currently serve over 700 students from the ages of 3 – 18 that represent over 20 different nationalities. Students work in the primary vehicular language of English and develop bilingualism through Italian lessons in recognition of, and appreciation for, the great culture that our city and country have to offer. It is exactly this blend of national and international programs that exposes our students to the best practices in education and gives them the strongest possible bases for their continuing education. Admission to the International School of Verona is open to students of all nationalities who demonstrate the ability to access and benefit from the challenging curriculum and programs offered by the school. Students are admitted contingent on the availability of space within the target class, appropriate age, demonstration of linguistic competency, appropriate academic preparation, and demonstration of proper motivation. The school may ask prospective students to sit formal written evaluations to verify their preparation. The nursery curriculum is based on the integration of the best of Italian and international programs whilst utilizing English teaching methodology and didactic approaches. For the three years, children will develop a foundation for primary school as they explore numeracy, language, and literacy, science, social studies, art, creativity, and music. Students are encouraged to use a problem-solving approach and to discuss, compare and share results and the place they have in the world around them. Throughout the primary program, children will study Art, English and Italian, History, ICT, Geography, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, and Science while participating in a wide range of diverse learning which enables our students to assimilate a broad range of linguistic skills relevant to the primary year's objectives. View full school

Marymount International School Rome is a private, Catholic, coeducational day school that seeks to nurture students and their unique talents as a whole, beginning from Pre-Early Childhood (age 2) through grade 12. In addition to a stimulating and caring environment in which English is the language of instruction, Marymount offers students: A values-based education modeled on an American curriculum with international standards and benchmarks. An emphasis on respect, appreciation, and tolerance, and the promotion of a life-long love of learning. An American High School diploma, with accreditation from the New England Association of Colleges and Schools and Council of International Schools. A longstanding International Baccalaureate (IB) program, which provides students with a competitive advantage for admission to colleges and universities in the United States, Europe, and around the world. A challenging and engaging curriculum that is carefully designed to form a continuum from Early Childhood through High School. Access to the latest technology in and out of the classroom, including state-of-the-art computer labs and FabLab, fully-equipped libraries, and wireless technology throughout the campus. A physical education program throughout the school with Varsity-level teams in soccer, basketball, volleyball, cross country, track and field, and tennis. Extracurricular activities, including music, drama, dance, Model United Nations, National Honor Society, private music and language lessons, and myriad after-school programs. A student body that represents more than 60 nationalities and diverse religions. A beautiful 40-acre campus within easy reach of Rome’s historic center and protected by 24-hour security. A network of Marymount schools stretches throughout Europe and the Americas. Marymount is a member of the Global Network of RSHM Schools. We collaborate closely with Marymount Schools in Rome, Paris, London, and New York through festivals of learning, sports, music, theatre, the arts, and Model United Nations. Furthermore, Marymount’s Global Network of RSHM Schools extends to 14 other schools around the world including Los Angeles, Portugal, Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia. At Marymount, we strive to develop students who are capable, honest, and respectful, and who are prepared both academically and spiritually to be lifelong learners and leaders of tomorrow. As a Catholic school focused on the full development of the human person, Marymount’s mission is to welcome students of diverse cultural and religious backgrounds, seeking to guide them toward their full potential by striving to prepare them both academically and spiritually to be lifelong learners and tomorrow’s leaders, as well as to respond generously to the needs of our world and promote justice and dignity for all. Marymount International School Rome is a private, Catholic, English-speaking, co-educational school that aims to further the mission of the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary. We welcome students of diverse cultural and religious backgrounds and offer an excellent program of studies and extra-curricular activities. We seek to guide students towards the achievement of their full potential by empowering them to think creatively, reason critically, communicate effectively and learn continuously. It is our goal that a Marymount student should desire to celebrate God’s love, respond generously to the needs of our world, and promote justice and dignity for all. View full school

Southlands International School is the only international school in the south of Rome with 400 students aged 3 to18 from over 30 nationalities. All teachers are English mother tongue, fully qualified, and with years of experience in British education. A science laboratory, drama studio, access to the latest technology such as iPads and interactive boards all contribute to the avant-garde teaching program at Southlands. This is further supported with several sports activities during and after school hours. Southlands offers Italian parents the Programma Ministeriale Italiano program, allowing their children to take an exam each year to obtain certification from a public Italian school. The school aims to provide a sound British education. Classes are held entirely in English for all subjects. All our teachers are English mother tongue, fully qualified and experienced. Southlands School is an approved British Overseas Establishment recognized by the English Department for Education and RISA (Rome International Schools Association). It is also an accredited center for G.C.S.E. examinations and other Edexcel exams. We offer a reduced format of the Programma Ministeriale Italiano for Italian nationals. The schools have specialized departments to cater to specific needs such as Literacy Support and EAL (English as an Additional Language). Screening for learning difficulties is also a part of our yearly program and Education Needs Specialists (i.e. Speech therapists, Psychologists) are regularly consulted to best assist our students. Reports are sent to parents two times each year. Formal parent/teacher meetings are held four times a year. The school encourages friendly contact between parents and staff to monitor progress and well-being. In line with the English National Curriculum guidelines, Year 12 and Year 13 are working in Key Stage 5. Widely regarded as the leading school leaving qualification and recognized by the best universities across the world, the IB Diploma Programme comes to Southlands. The IB Diploma Programme is designed as an academically challenging and balanced program of education with final examinations that prepare our students for success at university and beyond. Based on the pattern of no single country, it is a deliberate compromise between specialization required in some national systems and the breadth preferred by others. IB programs are recognized around the world and sure increased adaptability and mobility for IB students but above all, they promote national understanding through a shared academic experience. The curriculum and pedagogy of the IB Diploma Programme courses on the global perspectives of learning and teaching, while insisting that students fully explore their home cultures and language. View full school

More and more parents want to give their children the opportunity to become truly bilingual and to embrace our globalized world. Our English Immersion Programme is designed to start your child on their journey to a bilingual life with all the joys that this will bring. Our goal is to foster the early childhood developmental milestones and to build your child’s love for learning while becoming fluent in another language! Nursery school children are the perfect age to begin learning a second language. Studies have shown that children who learn a second language during the preschool years go on to speak more fluently than those who begin to learn at an older age. In addition, bilingual children tend to be more creative, have better critical thinking skills, and a better understanding of humanity and culture. One of the reasons young children learn a new language so easily is because they learn through exploration and play. The British American Pre-School is located in an attractive building in a quiet area of Milan. The pre-school is very spacious and has every relevant facility including a large multi-function activity room, a full-sized gymnasium, and a lovely big garden, a truly excellent environment for early learning. All the classrooms are equipped with state-of-the-art computers and iPads for the older children. There are sleeping facilities for the Toddler and Nursery class children. Starting school is an exciting time as children embark on new adventures in the world of learning. Our safe, nurturing, child-centered setting and high student-to-teacher ratio support each child’s unique needs and interests. We provide a tailored, multi-sensory program that offers a range of learning and developmental experiences for your child. Our focus is on fun and engaging activities that will provide play-based opportunities to promote children’s discovery of self and their environment. Children learn best by doing, and through their experiences, and active participation they blossom independently, socially, and cognitively. At BAPS we understand the diverse needs of young children and their families, and we know how vital the partnership between parents and school is in providing the best possible care for your child. We hope that you will always feel welcome to join us in class to share in your child’s development and to talk about your child’s learning journey. We feel strongly that communication between school and home is essential in maintaining our partnership, and in ensuring personalized learning opportunities for your child. View full school