Compare Moderate-level SEN International Schools in Rome, Italy

Liceo Espanol Cervantes

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour Basic

Instructs in Spanish, Italian, English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees €2,183 - 2,387

Pupils 340

Type Co-educational

The Liceo Español Cervantes de Roma is a state-owned center delivering Spanish and Italian diplomas for students 3–18. It sits on the Gianicolo. Campus includes Infant, Primaria, ESO and Bachillerato spaces, Italian/Latin language rooms, science labs (Physics, Chemistry and Biology), an Art classroom, two computer labs and Rafael Alberti Library. The school operates as an external center under the Spanish Ministry of Education, offering the Spanish curriculum with Italian language and history in a bilingual environment. The curriculum comprises Educación Infantil, Primaria, Educación Secundaria Obligatoria and Bachillerato, with Infantil hours devoted to Growth in Harmony, Discovery and Exploration of Environment, and Communication of Reality, totaling 27.5 hours weekly. Post-obligatory pathways include Bachillerato and University scholarships for 2026–27. Distinctive features include Erasmus+, English immersion in grade 6, and exchanges, with emphasis on Spanish language and culture through Rome collaborations. Sports facilities include two gyms and access to Centro deportivo Roma Uno.

Application fees
- No separate application or non‑refundable admission fee is listed. The admissions and enrolment process requires payment of the school quotas (cuota por servicios and, for non‑exempt students, cuota de enseñanza) at the times specified below.

Tuition and service fees by school stage (academic year 2026/27)
- Educación Infantil (3, 4 and 5 years):
- Cuota por servicios (annual): EUR 472 (Infantil 3 años) or EUR 423 (Infantil 4 y 5 años) as applicable.
- Cuota de enseñanza (annual): EUR 2,387.
- Payment schedule for the teaching fee: two instalments — 60% first instalment (EUR 1,432) and 40% second instalment (EUR 955).

- Educación Primaria, Educación Secundaria Obligatoria (ESO) and Bachillerato:
- Cuota por servicios (annual): EUR 397.
- Cuota de enseñanza (annual): EUR 2,183.
- Payment schedule for the teaching fee: two instalments — 60% first instalment (EUR 1,310) and 40% second instalment (EUR 873).

Per‑term / instalment detail and billing schedule
- Cuotas por servicios (service fees): payment window for 2026/27 was set from 13 April to 30 April 2026. These are billed/collected as a separate item from the teaching fee.
- Cuotas de enseñanza (teaching/tuition fees): two instalments with the following schedule for 2026/27:
- First instalment (60%): payable from 13 April to 30 April 2026 (amounts shown above).
- Second instalment (40%): payable from 1 January to 31 January 2027 (amounts shown above).

Reductions, exemptions and sibling discounts
- Cuotas por servicios: families with three or more enrolled children receive a 50% reduction for the third and fourth enrolled child. For large families composed entirely of Spanish or EU nationals the reductions are: up to four children — 50% reduction; five or more children — 100% reduction.
- Cuotas de enseñanza: for large families with three or more children enrolled at the centre the reductions on the teaching fee are applied by order of enrolment: second sibling 25%; third sibling 50%; remaining siblings 75%. Specific reduced instalment amounts are published in the fee circular.
- Ethnicity/nationality treatment: the centre functions as a publicly‑owned Spanish centre; published information notes that Spanish nationals only pay the service quota (i.e., they are not charged the teaching quota).

Boarding/Residency
- The Liceo Español Cervantes operates as a day school; no boarding or residential accommodation and no boarding fee are listed among the centre's services.

Other costs and recurring charges
- School meals (comedor): the standard menu price reported for regular users is EUR 7.58 per meal. Fixed (monthly) users are billed in advance (billing cycles are described on the comedor page) and payments for the comedor invoice must be made within five days of receipt; refunds for fixed diners are possible for justified absences of at least five working days and are credited on the following invoice.
- Textbooks and materials: a published list of required textbooks and materials is issued for the 2026/27 academic year; families are generally responsible for purchasing required books and materials. Financial aid programs for textbook/material acquisition are publicly announced and applied for according to the published calls.
- Extra‑curricular activities, school trips and optional services: such activities are charged separately when offered; costs vary by activity and are invoiced according to each activity's terms. Parents are informed of activity fees through the centre's standard administrative communications.
- Uniforms: no mandatory school uniform or a listed uniform fee is indicated in the centre's documentation and service listings.

Refunds and cancellations
- The published fee circular for 2026/27 states that amounts paid are not refundable: “En ningún caso procederá la devolución de las cantidades abonadas.” Refund or cancellation exceptions are limited to specific services (for example, the comedor refund policy for justified absences described above).

Fee payment options and banking details
- The published payment method for both the service fees and the teaching fees is bank transfer (bonifico bancario) to the specified accounts at BANCO BPM (Banca Popolare di Novara). The circular gives two IBANs and SWIFT codes: one IBAN for the Centro docente account (used for cuotas por servicios) and another IBAN for Precios Públicos por Servicios Educativos (used for cuotas de enseñanza). The circular provides the full IBANs and the SWIFT BIC. Payments must be made within the published payment windows; families must be up to date with previous year payments (including comedor) to formalize enrolment.

Important administrative notes (payment compliance)
- Matriculation/continuity for pupils already enrolled is conditional on being current with payment of all required quotas and the comedor for the previous school year; otherwise matriculation may be withheld until outstanding amounts are settled. The fee circular and the admissions instructions set the payment windows and conditions.

Curriculum

The school offers four education stages: Educación Infantil, Educación Primaria, Educación Secundaria Obligatoria (ESO), and Bachillerato (Liceo). In Educación Infantil, the curriculum centers on three core areas: Growth in Harmony (7 hours in three-, four-, and five-year groups with 7, 6.5 and 6.5 hours respectively), Discovery and Exploration of the Environment (6.25/6.5/6 hours), and Communication and Representation of Reality (7/7.25/7.25 hours). The country language is Italian and the introductory foreign language is English. Religious instruction is provided (0.75 hours) and recreation takes 2.5 hours, totaling 27.5 hours per week. There are 25 places offered for each age group (3, 4, and 5 years). The school publishes an "Oferta formativa" for Infantil, Primaria, ESO, and Bachillerato detailing curricular areas and weekly hours. The school provides post-obligatory opportunities (Bachillerato and University) with scholarships available for the 2026-27 academic year.

Higher Education Progression

Bachillerato and University-level post-obligatory studies are available; scholarships for post-obligatory levels (Bachillerato and University) are offered for the 2026-27 year.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school has a family-like environment where students, staff, and families are integrated. The Plan for Wellbeing and Protection establishes a Convivencia Commission to promote convivencia and address issues affecting wellbeing. The plan emphasizes emotional wellbeing and the prevention of bullying and gender-based violence, and promotes the peaceful resolution of conflicts. The coordination framework includes a wellbeing and protection coordinator, the school guidance counselor, and an equality lead, who work with other coordinators and staff to foster wellbeing. The program integrates rights, safety, and digital responsibility training for both staff and students, supporting social-emotional growth and healthy interpersonal relationships.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The student body is mostly of Spanish, Italian, and Iberian-American origin, with linguistic interference between Italian and Spanish. Most students receive general measures for attention to diversity; a smaller percentage present learning difficulties that can be addressed with ordinary supports (reinforcement, supports, ability grouping) and a very small percentage with other characteristics (behavioral issues, developmental delays, high abilities) requiring school resources. The center does not employ teachers of therapeutic pedagogy or speech-language therapy; students needing these resources would need to enroll in the Italian school. The center has a dedicated educational guidance specialist who coordinates psychopedagogical evaluations and supports the development of intervention plans. Much of the intervention work is organized through the Tutorial Action Plan (PAT) and the Academic-Professional Guidance Plan (POAP), including preventive and screening activities. An Individualized Curriculum Adaptation document exists for students who require tailored educational adjustments.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school provides a high level of English and bilingual education in Spanish and Italian. English-language certificates offered include DELE and PLIDA. The school reports a 100% pass rate in PAU/Esame di Stato. There is an English Language Immersion Program for 6th grade, with a one-week immersion in Valencia in May. Extracurricular activities and interchanges supplement English language learning, reinforcing language development alongside core curricula.

Mental Wellbeing

The wellbeing plan includes provisions for emotional wellbeing and student protection, including a Convivencia Commission and a designated wellbeing coordinator who coordinates a broader network of staff (tutors, heads of study, and orientation personnel). It promotes healthy lifestyle choices, non-discrimination, and peaceful conflict resolution through coordinated activities across the school. Training on rights, safety, and digital responsibility is part of staff and student development, with emphasis on emotional education and self-esteem. The center monitors and reports on wellbeing through annual evaluations and a formal final report to guide future improvements. The plan integrates wellbeing and protection concerns within school governance, with active participation by the leadership team and the school council throughout the year.

Safeguarding

The plan includes explicit protocols for acting against abuse, maltreatment, bullying, cyberbullying, sexual harassment, gender-based violence, and other forms of violence, with collaboration from multiple educational actors. The Wellbeing Coordinator serves as the primary contact for communications about potential violence or neglect and informs the school community about existing protocols. Protocols require prompt reporting to the appropriate authorities in cases of danger to minors and mandate cooperation with security services and data-protection authorities. The educational leadership is responsible for ensuring the community is informed of protocols and their implementation, and for monitoring and following up on safeguarding actions. The safeguarding framework rests on normative references (e.g., LO 8/2021, LOMLOE) that require a wellbeing and protection coordinator in every center, plus a convivencia plan and clear codes of conduct to protect students' rights and safety across all activities and stages.)

Admissions

1) Admissions, enrollment, and retention for 2026-27 are handled through a single admission process for new students covering Educación Infantil, Primaria, Secundaria, and Bachillerato. The admission form is available in Spanish and Italian and is used for all levels. The form and all required documentation can be sent as a single PDF by email to liceocervantes.it@educacion.gob.es or secretary@liceocervantesroma.com, or delivered in person to the Secretaría. Annexes I–VII provide the calendar, information, and required documents.

Scholarships

2) The government calls for scholarships for post-obligatory levels (Bachillerato and University) for 2026–2027. The application form can be filled by hand or with the Adobe Reader “Fill & Sign” option; electronic signatures are valid only with a digital certificate. If the family domicile is in Catalonia, that call cannot be used and the relevant Generalitat de Cataluña call must be used instead. 3) The form includes sections A–H (personal data, family domicile, bank details, economic data for 2025, residence during the course, family members, declared situations, and academic data). Documentation and details are provided for completing each section, and the form and documentation may be sent by email or delivered in person to the appropriate authority. 4) Annexes I–VII accompany the scholarship documentation, including calendars and information relevant to the application process.

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St. Stephen's School

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour Basic

Instructs in English

Ages 14 - 19 years

Fees €34,599 - 57,141

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

St. Stephen's School, Rome, is a non-profit, non-denominational, co-educational American international day and boarding school offering both the American High School Diploma and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Italy's first educational institution to offer the IB, it serves students aged 14 to 18 in a single community. The campus sits on 2.5 acres at the foot of the Aventine Hill, near Rome's imperial sites, and hosts day and boarding students with a dedicated faculty of about seventy. Facilities include four science laboratories and a robotics/iLab facility, two art studios, digital classrooms, and the Edward C. Carter Library with 14,000 volumes and extensive digital resources. Instruction is in English, with Italian and French available as optional first languages within the IB framework. The school combines an American college-preparatory program with the IB, supported by College Counseling and CAS emphasis. On-campus basketball and volleyball, plus soccer and track, foster athletics and community.

Location

The school is located in the heart of Rome, Italy, at Via Aventina 3, 00153. It sits at the foot of the Aventine Hill, a stone's throw from the city's imperial sites such as the Circus Maximus, Forum, and Colosseum. The historic center neighbourhood provides a central urban setting for boarding and day students.

Stages

The school offers a four-year high school program leading to the American High School Diploma; in parallel, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme serves as a two-year pathway for students in grades 11–12, continuing the education provided in grades 9–10.

Type

The school is a non-profit, non-denominational, co-educational American international day and boarding IB World School.

Country affiliation

The school has affiliation as an American international school.

Religious affiliation

Non-denominational

Application fees

- A non-refundable application fee of EUR 300 is required with the application.

Enrollment deposit (at time of enrollment / re-enrollment)

- New day students: non-refundable deposit of EUR 5,000, credited to the second installment.
- New boarding students: non-refundable deposit of EUR 7,500, credited to the second installment.
- Re-enrollment: non-refundable deposit of EUR 2,500, credited to the second installment.

Tuition fees (current academic year schedule; single rate for all year groups at this school level)

- Annual tuition (day student): EUR 33,652 per year. Tuition is the same across the school's year groups (the school operates as a four-year international high school).
- Payment by term / installment: tuition is billed in two installments — 60% due by July 1 (EUR 20,192) and 40% due by December 1 (EUR 13,460). Semester students pay half the published amount. Late payments or payments made by installment may be subject to interest (1.5% per month). A student will not be permitted to attend classes unless the first installment has been paid in full. Invoices issued after the beginning of the school year must be settled by the first day of attendance.

Boarding fees (where applicable)

- Annual boarding fee: EUR 21,885 per year.
- Boarding payment schedule: billed in two installments — 60% due July 1 (EUR 13,131) and 40% due December 1 (EUR 8,754). Boarding fee installments are subject to the same payment conditions and late charges that apply to tuition.
- Boarding damage deposit: a refundable damage deposit of EUR 100 is required at registration for boarders; the amount is refunded at the end of the academic year less costs for any damage. The boarding department recommends establishing a Supply and Expense Account and suggests an initial deposit of EUR 300 to cover personal allowance and incidental expenses.

Capital assessment and other recurring fees

- Capital assessment fee: EUR 2,500 for new students; EUR 800 for returning students. The capital assessment covers didactic expenses such as books, instructional materials, and laboratory fees.
- IB administration / examination fee: EUR 1,000 charged for IB Diploma candidates (billed in November of both years of the Diploma Programme); for candidates registering for IB certificates only, the fee is prorated by the number of examinations taken. Additional IB examination costs are assessed by the school in early November according to the number of individual examinations.
- Senior fee (Grade 12): EUR 500 to cover graduation, final transcripts, and college admissions procedures.

Other costs

- Experiential learning / travel: the school covers the majority of major European travel, but certain projects or experiences may involve additional costs billed separately.
- Students who request legalization of their IB Diploma will be billed separately for that service.
- Uniforms: students are not required to wear a school uniform.

Billing schedule and payment terms (summary)

- All fees for the academic year are due to the school even if the student withdraws or is dismissed. Invoices issued after the start of the school year must be paid by the student's first day of attendance. A student will not be permitted to attend classes unless the first installment has been paid in full. Late payments may incur interest at 1.5% per month and the school may withhold documents and transcripts until outstanding fees are settled. Parents or guardians are responsible for payment of all school fees.

Refund information

- If a student withdraws or is asked to leave the school, no refunds of tuition, boarding, or any other fees will be granted. The only refundable amount noted is the boarding damage deposit (less costs for damage).

Fee payment options and transaction charges

- Payment methods accepted: bank transfer and euro check to the Business Office; US dollar payments are accepted at the exchange rate quoted on the date of payment. Application payments and some online payments can be made by credit card.
- Credit card surcharge: a 2% fee is charged on credit card payments.
- For card payments, note that the school may levy a processing fee; late-payment interest and other payment conditions apply as set out in the school's fee schedule.

Consequences of non-payment and notes on installments

- The school reserves the right to request prepayment of tuition, boarding, and incidental costs by July 1 preceding the start of the academic year or at the point of enrolment or re-enrolment in exceptional instances. Failure to settle payment when due can result in withdrawal or withholding of documents. Semester students are charged half the published annual amounts for tuition, boarding, and capital assessment.

Boarding Arrangements

Sixty boarders are housed in three locations around the School campus. All rooms have Wi‑Fi access and communal facilities, and the dorms are separated from the rest of the school building by an access control system. The snack bar and lounge with TV and DVD are popular places for relaxation. Meals are taken in the dining hall, where the emphasis is on Italian cuisine. Students can use the library, sports facilities and music facilities in their free time or spend time in the cortile. Weekends offer a variety of activities, from unique cultural diversions to rich culinary experiences.

Food Options

Meals are taken in the dining hall, where the emphasis is on Italian cuisine.

Governance and Ownership

The school is a non-profit and non-denominational American international IB World School. It offers both the American independent college-preparatory curriculum and the International Baccalaureate Diploma.

Curriculum

The school offers two complementary pathways: an American independent college-preparatory curriculum and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The American High School Diploma is a four-year program balancing six major disciplines—English, modern and classical languages, humanities, experimental science, mathematics, and the arts—while enabling students to pursue areas of personal interest through electives. Each student carries at least five full-time courses per year across core subjects and electives. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is a comprehensive two-year curriculum for students in 11th and 12th grades, with six subjects drawn from First Language, Second Language, Individuals and Societies, Experimental Sciences, Mathematics, and Arts. The six courses are complemented by Theory of Knowledge, Creativity-Action-Service, and the Extended Essay, and the Diploma concludes with final examinations at the end of Year 12, with some students sitting exams in Year 11. St. Stephen's became Italy's first educational institution to offer the IB Diploma Programme.

Exam Results

Six students attained perfect scores of 45 points on the IB Diploma, the highest IB scores in the school's history. Graduates have pursued higher education at prestigious colleges and universities worldwide. The Diploma Programme culminates with final examinations at the end of Year 12.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates go on to study at prestigious colleges and universities worldwide. The Diploma Programme culminates with final examinations at the end of Year 12. St. Stephen's was Italy's first IB Diploma Programme school.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The Faculty Advisor System is the primary channel for discussing a student's well-being; advisors meet with students in groups monthly and individually as needed, and they liaise with teachers and parents about well-being and progress. Wellness and counseling services are available to all students throughout the year, with two school counselors accessible Monday through Friday during school hours. Social/emotional counseling is provided as part of the Learning Center's services and is available to students who need it. Boarding students have access to a wellness and emotional support program delivered by two professional consultant counselors who meet with boarders weekly or in regular group sessions.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The Learning Center uses an inclusionary model to support students with exceptionalities in the least restrictive environment and with an appropriate Learning Plan. The school reviews each application to ensure appropriate services and has the capacity to support some students with special needs, including ESL. Direct services include study skills support and homework assistance, behavior management support, tutoring (teacher and peer), Math Peer Tutoring, the Writing Center, Social/Emotional counseling, and English language support. ESL support is included under Direct Services.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English language support is provided; ESL services are included under Direct Services in the Learning Center.

Mental Wellbeing

Wellbeing and counseling services are available to all students throughout the year. The two school counselors meet with students by appointment or on a drop-in basis during school hours. The Learning Center provides social/emotional counseling as part of its services. Boarding students receive a wellness and emotional support program delivered by two professional counselors who meet with boarders weekly or in group sessions.

Safeguarding

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.

Admissions

Stage 1: Submit your Application. Complete the online Application Form. Pay the 200 euro non-refundable fee. Submit all forms and documentation required on the checklist before January 19th, 2026.
Stage 2: Attend an In-Person or Virtual Open House. Choose from in-person options on Wednesday, October 22nd, at 2:30–4:30 pm; Friday, November 28th, at 2:00–4:30 pm; or online on Wednesday, January 7th, from 16:30 CET.
Stage 3: Take our Admissions Test and Interview. We offer three in-person testing opportunities for day applicants on Monday, November 3rd, from 2:00 pm–5:00 pm; Wednesday, December 3rd, from 2:00 pm–5:00 pm; and Saturday, January 17th, from 9:00 am–12:00 pm. The test measures cognitive potential and requires no preparation. Boarding applicants will have an interview with Boarding Faculty. After testing, schedule an interview with a member of our Admissions Committee. The Admissions Process is that completion of the application does not automatically guarantee enrollment; all documents must be received before the application can be processed; files are reviewed by an Admissions Committee which makes the final decision; timelines vary by grade and application volume. Enrollment is contingent on deposit, submission of final transcript, health form and medical insurance attestation (for boarders), and submission of the original enrollment contract.

Scholarships

Need-based financial assistance aims to make a St. Stephen's education possible for students who would not otherwise have the means to participate. The School has historically supported admitted families requiring financial assistance as part of its commitment to accessible education for talented students across socio-economic levels. In 2022-2023, St. Stephen's contributed over €500,000 to 15% of our student body.

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Swiss School Rome

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour None

Instructs in German, Italian

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees €5,790 - 9,050

Type Co-educational

Swiss School Rome is a day school in Rome offering a bespoke curriculum for students aged 3 to 18. It is officially recognised as a Swiss School Abroad in both Switzerland and Italy, reflecting a cross-border educational experience. The school leads to the Swiss Matura, following the Canton of St. Gallen directives, and concludes with the Federal Maturità Certificate, enabling access to Italian higher education. The middle school ends with Italian Licenza Media, and the program integrates German-Italian bilingual instruction with strong English and opportunities to study French and Latin. Students progress from pre-kindergarten through elementary and secondary levels across two campuses, with daily care and extended hours where available. Alumni study at universities in multiple countries. Facilities include two campuses, with the Malpighi site hosting a kitchen and canteen. The school emphasises multilingualism, cultural exchange, and participation in programs such as SUN in Geneva, arts projects, and community mentoring.

Location

Via Marcello Malpighi, 14, 00161 Roma, Italy

Stages

Pre-kindergarten, Kindergarten, Elementary school, Middle school, High school

Type

Swiss international day school. It is non-profit and officially recognized as a Swiss School Abroad in Switzerland and in Italy.

Pupil Nationality Mix

About 20 nationalities are represented.

Country affiliation

Switzerland

Religious affiliation

Non-denominational

School day structure

Via Malpighi: 07:30–16:00 (Monday–Friday). Via Nomentana: 07:45–16:05 (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday); 07:45–13:25 on Wednesday.

Bus service

An external school bus service is available to parents. Schedules, fares and areas served are defined by the drivers themselves; parents contact the secretary's office to obtain drivers' contact details; the Swiss School of Rome declines any responsibility or obligation for this external school bus service.

Tuition and registration overview (Academic year 2025/2026)

- The school charges a one-off registration (quota d'iscrizione) plus an annual school contribution (contributo scolastico); school lunches (pasti) are billed separately and appear as a distinct line in the annual charge.

Fees for Swiss (Allievi svizzeri) pupils — 2025/2026 (EUR)
- Kindergarten / Scuola d'infanzia (children aged 3–5):
- Registration fee: EUR 250.00.
- Annual school contribution: EUR 4,830.00 (first child).
- Meals (5 days): EUR 875.00 per year.
- Total (first child, annual): EUR 5,955.00.

- Primary School / Scuola primaria:
- Registration fee: EUR 250.00.
- Annual school contribution: EUR 4,840.00 (first child).
- Meals (4 days): EUR 700.00 per year.
- Total (first child, annual): EUR 5,790.00.

- Lower Secondary / Scuola secondaria I grado (media):
- Registration fee: EUR 250.00.
- Annual school contribution: EUR 5,050.00 (first child).
- Meals (4 days): EUR 810.00 per year.
- Total (first child, annual): EUR 6,110.00.

- Upper Secondary / Liceo:
- Registration fee: EUR 250.00.
- Annual school contribution (including didactic materials where specified): EUR 5,580.00 (first child).
- Total (first child, annual): EUR 5,830.00.

- Wednesday-afternoon care supplement and other optional daily supplements are listed as separate amounts by sibling order; these supplements and meal options are itemised on the school fee schedule.

Fees for Non‑Swiss (Allievi non svizzeri) pupils — 2025/2026 (EUR)
- Kindergarten / Scuola d'infanzia (children aged 3–5):
- Registration fee: EUR 330.00.
- Annual school contribution: EUR 7,550.00 (first child).
- Meals (5 days): EUR 875.00 per year.
- Total (first child, annual): EUR 8,755.00.

- Primary School / Scuola primaria:
- Registration fee: EUR 330.00.
- Annual school contribution: EUR 7,570.00 (first child).
- Meals (4 days): EUR 700.00 per year.
- Total (first child, annual): EUR 8,600.00.

- Lower Secondary / Scuola secondaria I grado (media):
- Registration fee: EUR 330.00.
- Annual school contribution: EUR 7,890.00 (first child).
- Meals (4 days): EUR 810.00 per year.
- Total (first child, annual): EUR 9,030.00.

- Upper Secondary / Liceo:
- Registration fee: EUR 330.00.
- Annual school contribution: EUR 8,720.00 (first child).
- Total (first child, annual): EUR 9,050.00.

Sibling discounts / subsequent children
- The fee schedule specifies reduced contributo scolastico for the 2nd, 3rd (and 4th) child; the PDF lists the per‑child amounts and the reduced totals by sibling order for each school level.

Additional recurring or one‑off charges
- IT contribution for secondary and liceo students (contributo per l'utilizzo di dispositivi IT): payable with deadline 01.09.2025; typical amounts: EUR 200.00 for 3rd Media and Liceo years 1–2, EUR 300.00 for Liceo 3 (per year as indicated).
- Wednesday-afternoon supplement (with or without lunch) is charged separately and varies by child order.
- Administrative and penalty charges: reminder surcharge EUR 50.00; duplicate report card EUR 10.00; duplicate Matura diploma EUR 50.00; interest on overdue payments as per law.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Deadlines and instalments for the 2025/2026 year:
- Registration fee and signed enrolment form: due by 30 April 2025.
- First instalment (1. rata contributo scolastico): due 1 September 2025.
- Second instalment (2. rata contributo scolastico): due 1 February 2026.
- The school instructs that foreign bank transfer charges must be borne by the payer. The annual school contribution and related items are expected to be paid in advance in the scheduled instalments.
- Inference on per‑term amounts: the published schedule requires two instalments on 01.09 and 01.02; therefore, unless otherwise specified in a contract, each instalment can be understood as covering one of the two scheduled payments. Calculating a per‑instalment amount by dividing the annual contributo scolastico by two is a direct arithmetic inference from the two‑instalment schedule (for example, a EUR 5,050 annual contributo would correspond to EUR 2,525 per instalment). This statement is an inference based on the published payment dates.

Refund and withdrawal policy
- Withdrawal of a pupil after a semester has started does not give the right to a refund of the paid fee nor to a partial or full cancellation of still‑due amounts. Non‑payment within the prescribed deadlines may lead to exclusion of the pupil.

Boarding / residential provision
- The school operates as a day school with defined daytime opening hours and school meal provision; there is no boarding/residential fee because boarding is not provided.

Fee payment options and bank details
- The school provides bank transfer details for payment (IBAN IT37C0538703229000035056306, BIC/SWIFT BPMOIT22XXX — BPER BANCA, Roma). Foreign transfer charges are to be borne by the payer. Payments are referenced to the instalment deadlines above.

How fees are presented in the schedule
- The published schedule itemises: registration quota (one‑off), contributo scolastico (annual tuition), meals (pasti per settimana), Wednesday afternoon supplements, IT contribution for secondary years, and administrative/penalty charges. The annual totals shown on the schedule combine these elements for an overall annual figure per child order.

Important dates (2025/2026 schedule referenced)
- School year dates indicated for 2025/2026: start Monday 8 September 2025 — end Friday 19 June 2026. Payment deadlines as above.

If you will publish this in a database, use the annual totals listed above for each year group and indicate the payment dates (01.09 and 01.02) so the database can display per‑term amounts by splitting the annual contributo into two instalments as shown.

Uniform Requirement

There is no school uniform.

Food Options

The school prepares daily meals in-house in its own kitchen, including accommodations for allergies and celiac disease; menus are reviewed by a professional nutritionist.

Governance and Ownership

The Swiss School of Rome is non-profit and is officially recognized as a Swiss School Abroad in Switzerland (educationsuisse) and in Italy. The school is under the control of the Swiss Federal Department of the Interior, with the Canton of St. Gallen responsible for the curriculum and teaching program. Private management is handled by the Associazione Scuola Svizzera di Roma and the School Governing Board, elected every three years.

Curriculum

The Swiss School of Rome leads to the Swiss Matura; the high school follows the Canton of St. Gallen's directives and concludes with the Federal Maturità Certificate, equivalent to the Italian Maturità and enabling access to Italian higher education. The middle school lasts three years and ends with the Italian Licenza Media; at the end of the fifth grade Italian proficiency objectives are verified. Permeability to the Italian education system is guaranteed from kindergarten to high school; Matura students are bilingual in German and Italian, with a high level of English and the possibility to reach high levels in French and/or Latin. Pre-kindergarten accepts three-year-olds and covers two school years, offering German-language instruction and daily care from 07:30 to 16:00; Kindergarten accepts four- and five-year-olds for two years, with daily care from 07:30 to 16:00. The elementary school lasts five years with two classes per year; classes run from 08:30 to 16:00, with Wednesday finishing at 12:55 (extension possible to 16:00). Alumni study at leading universities in multiple countries.

Exam Results

University acceptances and matriculation data show graduates attend a wide range of universities worldwide, including Yale University, University of California Berkeley, University of Cambridge, University of Edinburgh, and other leading institutions.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates pursue higher education across the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe, with acceptances to a diverse set of universities.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The Swiss School of Rome uses a holistic head–heart–hand approach that foregrounds social-emotional development. Autonomy, willingness to learn and respectful interaction with others are explicitly emphasized and discussed with pupils and parents during annual assessment meetings. Older pupils mentor younger peers through the Die Patenkinder program to foster mutual respect, belonging and social skills. The community encourages empathy, sharing concerns and resolving conflicts constructively, supporting a climate of inclusion and safety. Staff guide students toward greater independence while ensuring channels to seek help when needed.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

German as a second language (DaZ) support is provided for Kindergarten and for Primary/Secondary levels (DaZ Kindergarten; DaM Primar-/Sekundarschule). A dedicated Heilpädagogik (special education) professional is on staff (Nina Kolb) to support learners with special educational needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English begins in the fifth year of primary school and is compulsory until graduation. Students use English to communicate with subject teachers in class and in daily life, as English is the language of instruction for some content. In the upper years, ceramics are taught in English (7th Gymnasium), and in the final year economics is taught in German alongside English for Professional Communication. The school offers Cambridge examinations, including the Cambridge Advanced Certificate (CAE), and is an Official Cambridge Preparation Centre.

Mental Wellbeing

The convivencia framework commits to developing socio-emotional competencies and to a climate that supports wellbeing. It emphasizes empathy, respectful interaction and the ability to share problems, with clear guidance for constructive conflict resolution. The Die Patenkinder mentoring program reinforces social belonging and positive relationships across the school. The school consistently highlights the responsibility of students, staff and families to nurture wellbeing and personal development. Autonomy and supportive collaboration are promoted as part of the well-being framework.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is embedded in the convivencia framework, which includes safeguarding norms such as respect for all and non-violence. The policy outlines students' rights to be accepted, to receive support, to express needs, and to have their concerns heard, and it emphasizes collaboration among teachers, parents and the school to maintain a safe climate. It prohibits any form of violence (physical, verbal or psychological) and requires professional handling of sensitive information. The governance material also stresses the importance of privacy and appropriate conduct when addressing personal or health-related issues.

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