Quick summary of key school information
School details
Number of students |
1000 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
68 |
Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
Italian, Spanish, French, German, Mandarin. |
Average number of students per class |
21 |
External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma |
Entry evaluation for students |
Assessment |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
In some cases, the school may carry out a formal learning assessment in the areas of Mathematics and Language (English and / or Italian). This will take place at the school and usually lasts for approximately 90 minutes. The school may also require students to undergo educational or psychological evaluation before the offer of a place is considered. |
School bus service available |
Yes |
School provided lunches |
Yes |
Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Dance, Hip Hop, martial arts, football, swimming, volleyball, athletics, basketball, music. |
Sports activities included |
Physical education |
Sports facilities at the school |
Indoor swimming pool, multifunctional gymnasium. |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Although International School of Milan is the longest established international school here in Milan, you will find there the most progressive thinking linked to the strong academic standards that have served the international and Italian communities in Milan for over 50 years. |
Teaching approach of the school |
An IB (International Baccalaureate) education provides the opportunities to develop children in so many ways beyond a more rigid curriculum. In addition, it provides a both disciplinary and interdisciplinary understanding that meet rigorous standards set by institutions of higher learning around the world. IB programmes offer curriculum frameworks and courses that are broad and balanced, conceptual and connected. |