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For families seeking an internationally focused education close to Milan, International School of Monza offers a continuous educational pathway from age two-and-a-half to 18. The private day school combines English-led learning, multilingual development and internationally recognised International Baccalaureate programmes with opportunities in sport, performing arts and creative subjects.
International School of Monza is the only school in Monza and Brianza authorised to deliver the full International Baccalaureate continuum. The pathway begins with the Primary Years Programme (PYP), continues through the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and culminates in the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP), with the IB Career-related Programme also available in the senior years.
The IB framework emphasises inquiry, critical thinking, intercultural understanding and reflection. Rather than treating knowledge as a collection of isolated subjects, it encourages learners to make connections, ask purposeful questions and apply their understanding. The school reports that its students perform strongly in IB and Italian assessments, while graduates progress to leading universities in Italy and abroad.
Early Years welcomes children aged two-and-a-half to six. Its English-language programme blends the IB PYP with elements of the Reggio Emilia approach, using inquiry, collaboration and creative exploration to develop curiosity and a love of learning. Full-day provision runs from 8:50 am to 3:15 pm, with earlier drop-off and later pick-up options available.
In Elementary School, learners aged 6 to 11 follow the PYP and develop skills in research, communication and self-management. Middle School serves ages 11 to 14 through the MYP, with the Italian Scuola Media programme available alongside it for students who wish to sit the national Terza Media examination.
High School takes learners from ages 15 to 18 through the later MYP years and into the IBDP or IBCP. Students can select subject combinations that support international university entry, and eligible pathways may also provide legal equivalency to the Italian State Exam, subject to the school’s current programme requirements.
English is the main language of instruction, creating sustained immersion across the school day. Italian is taught as a specialist subject from the primary years, and older learners may study English and Italian as Language and Literature or Language Acquisition courses. Spanish and Mandarin Chinese options are also available at selected stages.
This approach supports both international families and locally based students seeking an English-language education without losing a meaningful connection to Italian language and national qualifications. Families should discuss their child’s language profile and preferred examination route with the admissions team, as pathways vary by age, prior schooling and individual goals.
The International School of Monza campus is within walking distance of Monza railway station and several bus stops. Facilities include flexible classrooms, science laboratories, studios for music, design, drama and visual arts, a theatre, library and study centre, an early-years area with its own garden, and an on-site kitchen. Students also have exclusive access to a nearby private sports facility with a large indoor gym.
Learning continues beyond lessons through co-curricular activities in sport, creative arts, music, drama, robotics and other areas; the exact club programme changes according to the school year and student interests. Residential trips are available from Grades 4 to 13, while the wider Inspired Education network provides access to selected global camps and exchanges.
From Grade 10, students receive structured university guidance designed around their interests, abilities and ambitions. Support can include individual meetings, course and university research, admissions-test and interview preparation, help with personal statements, essays, CVs and portfolios, university fairs, references and application documentation.
International School of Monza is part of Inspired Education, a global network of more than 120 independent schools. This connection broadens access to international experiences and resources while the Monza campus maintains a locally rooted school community.
A campus visit is the best way to understand the school’s learning environment and community. Families can book a personalised tour or submit an enquiry to discuss year-group availability, admissions requirements and the most suitable academic pathway.
Tel. +39 039 935 7701 | Email: admissions@ismonza.it | Web: internationalschoolofmonza.it
