180

25

Italian

65% Local 35% International

Yes

English as a Foreign Language - tutor support

Italian, Spanish

20

18

Yes

Smart boards in every classroom. All children use Google Classroom. A computer suite for ICT lessons and after school clubs.

Yes, all children are connected to the Google Classroom both at home and at school.

We are a non-denominational school

We celebrate a range of festivals and customs, and strive to be very much a 'global community'.

Middle School US-based diploma, Italian state exams at Grade 5 and Grade 8.

100% pass in last 5 years

Yes

G1 - G2: 15-30 minutes per day
G3 - G4: 30-45 minutes per day
G5 - G6: 45-60 minutes per day
G7 and 8 - G8: 60-90 minutes per day

All

Yes, although we are a small school and so we do not have a formal SEND department

1 to 1 and small group support from learning assistants. We help families to create IEP/PDP documents with the help of local, known specialists

We differentiate all learning tasks to meet the needs of every child. We will provide stretch and challenge activities, and a range of clubs to explore interests

Yes, we are visited every Thursday and the psychologist provides individual and group support.

Assessment tests for children joining Elementary and Middle school

Maths and English baseline tests

In some grades, yes. It is best to talk first with our admissions team, though the website.

Registrations are now ongoing through the year.

Yes, although an assessment will be necessary

08:30

15:15

There is an early-club beginning at 8:00.

Yes

Yes (extra charge)

Yes

Yes

Dance, guitar, theater workshop, homework club, music, sports, ICT and coding, Art

Physical education, Drama, sports matches with other RISA schools

Yes, occasionally. Most children instead play sports through local clubs.

Library, ICT suite, Dance studio, Drama room, music room

Gymnasium, basketball/volleyball/soccer court, Garden and green play area.

Saint Francis International School is a long-established, one-form entry school providing a blended American and International curriculum to its community. We are an extremely affordable option as a member of Rome's foremost RISA International school network.
The school aims aims to provide a sound, yet challenging, education in respect of the values of tolerance, solidarity, trust, and integrity. This takes place in a safe, and positive environment. Each child can attains 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

Saint Francis is committed to providing a challenging educational environment that encourages high performance in a nurturing atmosphere characterized by dignity and respect for the diverse religions and cultures. All our teachers are English mother-tongue speakers with full degrees in child education.