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The St. Louis of Milan is an international school which provides a high quality within a friendly, secure, purposeful environment. We foster creativity, independence of thought and an enduring love of learning which prepares our students to take their future role as citizens of the world. By embracing the different backgrounds of our pupils, we instil within our children an appreciation of the rights of individuals irrespective of race, creed and .

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.

From our Mission Statement 2 3 The British Italian St. Louis system system Lower school School Infant Introductory Nursery 2 years old Scuola School Stage dell’infanzia Is an independent international school, range of sports, artistic, musical and Foundation Pre-School 3 years old catering for children from ages 2 to learning activities. Each year, examiners Stage 18. It is an International Baccalaureate from the Associated Board of the Royal 4 years old (IB) World School, a member of the of (ABRSM), the world’s Council of British International Schools leading music examining board, hold (COBIS) and is authorised by the Italian exams at our school. Primary 1 Year 1 5 years old School Authority as “Scuola Primaria School St. Louis School is also proud to offer Paritaria”. Furthermore, the Year 2 6 years old Scuola of Cambridge International Examination to students aged 14 to 18 The Duke of primaria board has officially recognised St. Louis Edinburgh’s International Award, the Year 3 7 years old School as a Cambridge International world’s leading youth achievement Centre. Our unique curriculum is based award programme. The award brings Year 4 8 years old on the British National Curriculum and together practical experiences and Year 5 9 years old incorporates the Italian Curriculum for skills to equip young people for life. children fluent in Italian. The school has three campuses in Year 6 10 years old The staff are highly competent, Milan. At the premises in via Caviglia, qualified teachers with invaluable southeast Milan, there is the Infant, experience teaching in the U.K. and Primary and , while the ; they work closely together as premises in via M.A. Colonna goes a team to create a positive, caring from Reception to Year 11 and is found Middle Year 7 11 years old Scuola secondaria learning environment for our students. near Corso Sempione/Portello area. School di 1° grado There are clear expectations for the Both sites are conveniently located Year 8 12 years old children but the emphasis is on being close to public transport and a private Year 9 13 years old enthusiastic, motivated, independent bus service is also offered to reach and therefore successful. Pupils at the premises. The school has two High Year 10 14 years old Scuola the St. Louis School are treated with gymnasiums, a large outdoor play and School secondaria respect, tolerance, fairness and concern. sports area with facilities for football, IGCSE Year 11 15 years old di 2° grado Throughout the year, they are engaged basketball, volleyball and many other in many special events including sports. The school has a well-equipped Year 12 16 years old school outings, music concerts, sports kitchen and restaurant where nutritious events, international events and trips. meals are prepared daily for all pupils. IB Diploma Year 13 17 years old Clubs form a major focus in our extra- The High School is located in the centre curricular programme. We offer a wide of Milan. 5 The4 school structure

The INFANT SCHOOL (2-4 year- The curriculum is based on the olds) offers a happy and stimulating of the British environment in which children learn National Curriculum. to be away from home, to understand the importance of routines and rules and to work independently as well as in groups. 6 7 The areas of learning are:

The school provides Music and Phy- of reading. The computer suite is avai- sical Education specialist teachers, lable for all children in Reception once Personal, Social & Expressive Arts swimming lessons from Pre School, a week. The children use to & Design Emotional Development visits to museums and theatres, excur- support their learning, using a mouse sions and extra-curricular activities and and keyboards to interact with age-ap- clubs, such as Ballet, Judo, Yoga, Art, propriate software. etc. From Reception the children have Communication, Physical Development the opportunity to visit the school li- & Literacy brary where they select books,listen to and share stories to develop their love

Mathematics Understanding the World

School Hours: The children Literacy arrive at school between 8.45 and 9.30 a.m. and go home between 3.45 and 4.00 p.m. In the afternoon the teachers put the younger children to bed (2-3 year-olds); The aims of our they have their nap from curriculum include: 1.00 to 2.30 p.m.

Encouraging children’s learning Building a solid foundation through play for the children’s learning

Developing the students’ Valuing each child’s strengths gross and fine motor skills and abilities while meeting and co-ordination their individual needs

Stimulating the students’ creative thinking and expression 8 9

The includes two Key Stages: Primary - Years 1 and 2

school Key Stage 2 - Years 3 to 6

At the end of each Key Stage, students between two academic programmes: are assessed with tests used in British The British Stream or The Italian schools. Our students’ results are Stream. The Primary School holds the consistently well above UK national Italian status of “Scuola Paritaria”. There averages. The school offers the choice is also an optional lesson.

British Stream Italian Stream Subjects Subjects

• English • English • • Mathematics • • Science • • Humanities • Music • Music • Arts & Design • Arts • / Swimming • Physical Education / Swimming • Computing • Computing The PRIMARY SCHOOL teaching Most importantly, the whole school programme follows a uniquely devised, programme enriches the children’s • Personal Health and Social • Personal Health and Social Education Economic Education broad and balanced curriculum which learning experiences and provides them takes into account the children’s age with the academic, social, linguistic and • Italian as an Additional Language • Italiano and background, enhancing the overall technological tools necessary for the student attainment levels. modern world. • Matematica • Storia e Geografia (from Year 5) 10 11 We believe that the most important innovation will always be the people we are able to become.

The children have specialist teachers learn , participate in a range School Hours: The children for P.E. and Music. During the year of sports and explore their creativity in Year 1 follow the entry and home-times of the Infant each class also has the opportunity to via an extensive offering of clubs and School with work on an art project with specialist lessons, including: French, Spanish, break time between Art teachers. The Italian Curriculum Mandarin Chinese, Journalism, Chess 12.30 p.m. and 1.30 p.m. is taught throughout the Primary Club, Maths Club, Robotics, Football, On Wednesdays they may finish at School to the pupils who opt for the Basketball, Volleyball, Judo, Yoga, Hip 1.30 p.m.

Italian stream. Each pupil’s level of Hop, Dance Club. Music is an integral All other classes start lessons promptly at spoken Italian is assessed and “Italian part of our programme at St. Louis 8.45 a.m. and finish at4.00 p.m. as an Additional Language” teaching School. In addition to the weekly music with lunch break time between 1.00 is provided for non-native speakers. lessons with specialised teachers, p.m. and 2.15 p.m. On Wednesdays During the year, the children have students have the opportunity to take the school day finishes the opportunity to go on educational individual voice or instrumental lessons at 1.30 p.m. Lunch is provided on the premises. visits, linked to the topics that they are (piano, strings, woodwinds, percussion, studying. These visits include trips to brass).Students can also join the school art galleries, theatres and museums, choir or band and enjoy the many making the children’s learning opportunities to perform at school experience a broader one. A wide range concerts and events. We also have of activities are available through our specialists visit the school to provide extracurricular programme. workshops and performances for the Students have the opportunity to children. 12 13

Core subjects include: Middle • English / Literacy • Music • Mathematics • Art & Design school • Science • Computing • Italian • Physical Education The Middle School pupils’ academic Year 9 they will then take either Key programme aims to support the Stage Cambridge Check Point exams, • French or Spanish • PSHE Personal Social Health educational and social transition the Italian Terza Media exams, or both. and Economic Education • Humanities from Primary to Students in Middle and High School for students in year groups 7-9, have an important role,which involves using modern teaching techniques three key elements: And the Italian Stream and specialist teachers. The Core extends to: Curriculum is focused directly upon • Responsibility the requirements of the British • Italiano From Middle School every student will National Curriculum. In support of this The learning journey • require a laptop computer for use in there are two streams, which allow • Matematica students to select either the British or all their lessons and at home. By using • Partnership a laptop at school students become the Italian Curriculum. At the end of • Latino effective independent learners and this • Storia is one of the key aims of our school. Selected educational websites on • Geografia the school wireless Internet network fulfill the research needs of each student, while the visual “interactive whiteboards” provide the latest learning technology for both teachers and students.

School Hours: The Middle School pupils begin lessons at 8.45 a.m. and finish at 4.00 p.m. with break time between 1.45 p.m. and 2.30 p.m. The Middle School offers On Wednesdays the school day finishes at 1.45 p.m. before lunch students the skills for life: Lunch is provided on the premises. • Communication in several • A range of learning languages environments • Computing in a range of formats • Thought provoking and challenging topics. • Innovative teaching 14 15 Cambridge IGCSE is widely recognised the course and includes written, oral, by institutions practical assessment and coursework. and employers around the world as evidence of academic achievement. Grades are benchmarked using eight internationally recognised grades, Cambridge IGCSE is the world’s most A* to G, which have clear guidelines to High popular international qualification for 14 explain the standard of achievement to 16 year olds. The programme is more for each grade. rigorous than the standard GCSE’s and school broadens opportunities for students The St. Louis School is the only who wish to further their education International High School offering a full either domestically or internationally. IGCSE programme in Milan. Assessment takes place at the end of

The aim of our educational programme The school programme covers 4 years is to provide students with a comprising CIE’s International. curriculum that will enable them to GCSE (IGCSE) examinations for gain internationally recognised and Years 10 and 11, and the International respected qualifications, and prepare Baccalaureate Diploma Programme them for University anywhere in the (IB) for Years 12 and 13. world. The St. Louis High School is a Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) Centre and an IB World School. 16 17

Year 12 and 13 The Extended Essay IB Diploma (EE)

Year 10 and 11 The International Baccalaureate (IB) Students engage in independent Cambridge IGCSE: Diploma Programme aims to develop research through an in-depth study inquiring, knowledgeable and caring relating to either one of the subjects A wide range of IGCSE subjects are as the Global Maths Challenge, the young people who help to create a they are studying. available at the St. Louis School and Model United Nations, the World better and more peaceful world throu- these are grouped into five curriculum Global Challenge, Duke of Edinburgh gh intercultural understanding and re- areas. IGCSE students study five International Award and educational spect (www.ibo.org). The IB Diploma The Theory of Knowledge compulsory subjects, at least one trips abroad. Programme is an academically chal- (ToK) Science and other electives. Students in Technology and an inbuilt pastoral lenging and balanced programme of Years 10 and 11 are encouraged to take programme are an integral part of our education with final examinations that Students reflect on the nature of part in the school sports programme Key Stage 4 curriculum. prepares students, aged 16 to 18, for knowledge by examining different and international programmes such success at university and life beyond. ways of knowing (perception, emotion, Students choose a programme of language and reason) and different subjects based on six curriculum areas. kinds of knowledge (scientific, artistic, Students also need to fulfil three Core mathematical and historical). Languages Humanities Mathematics Technical Requirements: and Social and Sciences vocational Creativity, Action, Service St. Louis School (CAS) outstanding results Students actively learn from the English Mathematics Drama experience of doing real tasks beyond The school has achieved an Interna- the classroom. Students can combine Italian Global Additional Art and tional Baccalaureate (IB) result of 37 all three components of CAS or do Perspectives Mathematics* in 2016 and 2017 (and 36.12 in 2015), French Design activities related to each one of them placing it at the top of the IB rankin- separately. Examples of the kinds of Computer Spanish gs in Europe for three years running. activities which follow under each Science Mandarin category of the programme: Chinese Physical Education Greek

* Additional Mathematics is an IGCSE subject that will be followed by the high ability mathematicians. 18 19

Grading University Entrance – Italy

Each subject is graded by external of Knowledge course, and compulsory The Italian Ministry of Education of higher education in Italy if the examiners on a scale of 1 to 7. The IB participation in the extra-curricular recognises the IB Diploma as a basis for candidate selects a programme which Diploma candidate must also meet CAS programme. Award of the Diploma students seeking admission to courses conforms to one of the following the three additional requirements: requires a minimum total of 24/45 at and other institutions options: submission of an Extended Essay, points. satisfactory completion of the Theory Liceo Scienze Umane

Studies in Language Individuals Science Mathematics The arts Italian Italian Italian acquisition and society English English English English and Choice of 1 Choice of 1 Choice of 1 Choice of 1 subject subject subject subject English English Economics Biology Mathematical Music History History History History studies Italian Italian History Chemistry Theatre Economics Economics Economics Economics Mathematics Physics Philosophy Philosophy Philosophy French Philosophy SL Visual arts Spanish Business & Computer Science Mathematics Choice of 1 Choice of 1 Choice of 1 Choice of 1 Management HL Mandarin subject subject subject subject Chinese Environmental Systems & Chemistry Chemistry Chemistry Chemistry Societies SL Physics Physics Physics Physics Biology Biology Biology Biology Environmental Environmental Environmental System and System and System and Career Guidance Societies Societies Societies Computer Computer Computer Each IB student participates in a series The student is guided in their research of Science Science Science of individual interviews designed to fo- universities and courses around the world, cus on opportunities available for higher and especially on the entry requirements Mathematics or Mathematics or Mathematics or Mathematics or education within Europe and globally expected of applicants for undergraduate Mathematical Mathematical Mathematical Mathematical work experience opportunities matched study. As part of our ongoing career de- Studies Studies Studies Studies to their interests and skills. velopment, we host guest speakers from various professions, to help students gain Third language Choice of 1 Greek Choice of 1 subject subject Contact is kept with UCAS (the Univer- a better understanding of the different Chemistry Philosophy sities and Admissions Service) fields of work they might wish to enter. St. Biology History in the United Kingdom and with Educa- Louis School also provides High School Environmental Economics tionUSA and the Fulbright Commission students with opportunities may arise to System and Arts in the United States to guide IB students make group visits to universities in Italy Societies on the options before them and on the and abroad. Students are also encouraged processes in place to make their univer- to conduct their own campus visits, espe- Computer sity applications. Students will be invited cially while in other countries. Science Latin to attend university fairs arranged in the Arts locality and to visit university campuses i diplomi di baccellierato internazionale rilasciati dall’Istituto St. Louis School di Milano (Italia), sono riconosciuti to gain valuable first hand insight. quale superamento dell’esame di stato conclusivo dei corsi di studio di istruzione Secondaria Superiore - Liceo Classico, Liceo Scientifico, Liceo Linguistico e Liceo Scienze Umane aventi valore legale ai fini dell’ordinamento italiano (Decreto MIUR del 15 aprile 2014). 20 21

Tabella di conversione punteggio IB/Maturità University Acceptances and Applications

UK Universities 24 60% University of Cambridge University of Edinburgh 25 62% University of Oxford University of York 26 64% London School of Economics King’s London 67% 27 Imperial College London University of Nottingham 28 69% Durham University University of Kent 29 71% Warwick University University of 30 73% University of Lancaster University of Sheffield 31 76% University College London University of Glasgow University of Surrey 32 78% Queen Mary, University of University of Bath London 33 80% University of Exeter Royal Holloway, University of 34 82% University of East Anglia London 35 84% University of Birmingham SOAS 36 87% University of Leeds 37 89% University of Southampton 38 91% University of Sussex 39 93% 40 96% American Universities Fordham University University of Pennsylvania 41 98% Rollins College University of California at Berkley 42 100% MIT New York University Stanford Rhode Island School of Design Harvard Florida Nell’ambito dei 4 corsi di studio, i programmi elencati devono prevedere 3 materie a livello avanzato e 3 materie a livello standard. Si segnala tuttavia European Universities l’esigenza che sia fissata almeno una materia obbligatoria a livello avanzato Erasmus University, Netherlands IE University, Spain caratterizzante il corso di studio per ogni tipo di liceo. University of Maastrict Università Luigi Bocconi Leiden University Politecnico di Milano Per il liceo linguistico: prima lingua; Per il liceo classico: latino o greco; Per il liceo scientifico: matematica; per il liceo delle scienze umane: storia o filosofia. 22 23 Rules University Acceptance St. Louis School provides in Years 10 and 12. Many St. Louis and comprehensive University Counselling School students also participate in and Career guidance, with Pre-University courses, internships presentations and workshops from and volunteer projects locally and Regulations local professionals, form tutors and abroad throughout the year in order University Counsellors. In addition, to prepare them for future career students are required to do work choices. experience with local organisations

High School timetable From 8.00 am to 1.50 pm for each subject to be taught by subject specialists. From 1.50 p.m. to 2.30 p.m. Lunch (Not compulsory) From 2.30 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. Study time and/or School activities (Sport/Clubs/Music/ ICT etc.) optional. 24 25 The school promotes a community Admission We welcome parents and children to visit the school to experience the unique learning environment spirit with maximum co-operation and friendly atmosphere created by our staff and pupils. Admission to the school is subject to an between parents and the school. interview with the parents and an assessment test for prospective students. Everyone works to ensure that the Placement Placement is determined according to age. Children born in the same calendar year are usually in the educational and social needs of the same class group. St. Louis school may decide to change year group for a pupil, in the best interest child are identified and provided for of each pupil and according to his/her development. with due care and attention in such a Withdrawal The school reserves the right to request the withdrawal of any student whose presence is not way as to offer children the best possible compatible with the school aims, philosophy or smooth running, even though there may not have start in life. been a breach of any specific school rule. All our children are growing up in a Code of conduct We promote positive behaviour in the school by developing relationships between staff and multicultural society and the earlier students based on respect, safety, honesty, responsibility and courtesy. We believe that praise and acknowledgement of positive actions and attitudes help children to learn what is socially acceptable and ensure that they feel valued and respected. Students are encouraged to think about their they learn to understand each other, the behaviour using a problem-solving approach, with a focus on finding solutions that help them become successful in interacting socially within the school and in the outside community. The role of earlier they are able to develop trust and parents is seen as fundamental in teaching their child to interact with others. For this reason parents are kept informed of behaviour not in keeping with the Code of Conduct so that they are able to discuss the situation with their child. Parents may also be invited to meet with staff. In addition to the respect. daily commitment by staff to help students successfully learn and interact, assemblies will be held to focus on reinforcing these values within the school. If a child persists in breaking the rules, the Director will decide on the consequences on an individual basis. Suspension from school may occur in Primary and Upper School cases.

School Board and the Director of the school

The governance of the school is in the hands of a School Board, which meets regularly to oversee policy decisions and to plan on-going development with the advice and support of the Academic Advisory Committee and the Parents Advisory Board. The Director of the School is responsible for the day-to-day running and organisation of the school, the staff and the education provided by the school. Parents may see the Director by appointment.

Academic Management Team (AMT)

The school has a management team composed of expert teachers and coordinators. The AMT will meet regularly to discuss and to subsequently provide the school with fresh ideas and input. The AMT will also organise conferences, meetings and workshops in collaboration with the school and parents. 26 27 Parents Advisory Board (PAB) and class representatives Information communication technology

The Parents Advisory Board is made up of nine parents as established in the PAB Regulations. The school has well-equipped Information Technology rooms. The children will gain experience with The PAB proposes and implements projects that enhance the school, advises the School Board on a range of ICT resources, including a variety of software and the Internet. various matters concerning the school, and promotes a positive, constructive atmosphere around ICT lessons also serve as a cross-curricular support for other subjects by providing computer-based the school. Parents who are interested in becoming PAB members and who have been with the reference material for research and presentations. school for at least two years may apply through the School Directors by May every two years. Class representatives are elected by the parents of each class at the beginning of each school year and serve as the link between the families, the teacher and the PAB. Class representatives meet the School Director on a regular basis. Swimming

Swimming is a compulsory part of the school curriculum from pre school to year 6 in all classes except Nursery. A medical certificate is required for children who cannot attend swimming lessons; Teachers those children will stay in the pool area. Swimming lessons start from January every year. Children need to bring the following equipment to swimming lessons: robe, swimming suit, swimming cap, The teaching staff consists of fully qualified teachers from a range of English speaking countries. flip-flops, and towel. Experienced Italian teachers teach Italian classes. A specialist teacher for Italian as an Additional Language (IAL) is available for pupils for whom the Italian language is not their mother tongue. It is normal practice in International Schools for children to change teacher at the end of each academic year. Clubs and excursions

The school organises after-school activities (football, volleyball, basketball, judo, ballet, art workshops, tuition, excursions and instrumental music lessons) for which it charges Curriculum an extra fee. More information about these activities can be found in the ‘Extracurricular Activities’ booklet. The Infant School (2-4 year olds) offers a curriculum based on the Foundation Stage of the British National Curriculum. It also provides specialist teachers for Music, Physical Education and swimming lessons. The Primary School (5-11 year olds) offers a curriculum based on the British National Curriculum and Religion incorporates the Italian Curriculum for children fluent in Italian. The Primary School has specialist teachers for Music, Physical Education and swimming lessons. At the moment the school offers Catholic religion classes. Children not attending religion stay The Primary School has been granted the Italian status of “Scuola Paritaria”. at school and work on PHSE (Personal, Health, Social Education) activities. In Years 4 and 5 it The Middle School (11-14 year olds) follows a curriculum based on the British National Curriculum and is possible to follow a special preparation for the Holy Communion. In Years 6 and 7 pupils may provides specialist subject teachers, a library, computer science rooms, excursions, performances prepare for their Confirmation. and events as well as extracurricular activities. The High School (14-18 year olds) covers four years comprising the University of Cambridge International Examination IGCSE examinations, for Years 10 - 11, and the International Baccalaureate (IB Diploma), for Years 12 and 13. School hours In addition to the academic programme, students participate in the Creativity, Action and Service (CAS) extracurricular programme. From Monday to Friday Infant School – The children can enter the school between 8.45 and 9.30 The St. Louis School is a Cambridge International Examination Centre and an IB World School. a.m. and finish at 3.45 - 4.00 p.m. In the afternoon the teachers put the younger children to bed between 1.00 and 2.30 p.m. Lunch is provided on the premises. Primary School – The children in Year 1 follow the entry and home-times of the Infant School with break time 12.30 p.m. - 1.30 p.m. All other classes start lessons promptly at 8.45 a.m. and finish at 4.00 p.m. with break time 1.00 p.m. - 2.15 Library p.m. On Wednesdays the school day finishes at 1.30 p.m. Lunch is provided on the premises. Middle School – The Middle School pupils begin lessons at 8.45 a.m. and finish at 4.00 p.m. with A love of reading is constantly encouraged and reinforced in our students. We have a school-wide break time 1.45 p.m. - 2.30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. On Wednesdays the daily reading at home programme and classes receive weekly reading skills instruction. There is a school day finishes at 1.50 p.m. school library which lends students books to read at home. Books that are taken home must be Lunch is provided on the premises except on Wednesday. High School – The High School students returned in good condition. Any damage or loss must be reimbursed. have a daily timetable from 8.00 a.m. to 1.50 p.m. for each subject to be taught by subject specialists. Non-compulsory lunch time extends from 1.50 p.m. to 2.30 p.m. From 2.30 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. school activities (sports / clubs / music / ICT etc.) and study time take place. 28 29 Earlier exit School diary

Permission to leave the school earlier should be requested in writing using the child’s school diary. Children using the school bus service and all children from Year 1 and above have the school diary Permission is only granted for special reasons (doctor’s appointments, etc.). for communication between the school and/or class teacher and families. Teachers and parents are asked to sign the diary at each entry to indicate that it has been read. Bringing and collecting children

Parents are responsible for ensuring that their children are brought to and collected from school on School homework time. Lessons must not be disrupted by late arrivals. Parents will be contacted if their child arrives The school believes that homework is a positive experience, building self-discipline and responsibility late consistently. A reason should be given for any late arrival. If a child repeatedly arrives late for while reinforcing and extending learning. Homework is given in all classes from upwards, lessons, it may be the case that they will not be admitted into class. In the Infant School, children according to child’s age. If a child is absent, he/she should try to find out what homework has been should be accompanied to and picked up from their classroom. given by contacting classmates. Homework will not be given for extended holidays taken during the Primary and Middle School students should be accompanied to and picked up from the school gates. school year.

Communication School uniform Information is available on the reserved areas of the school’s website, and is listed in our weekly All children should wear the official school uniform, the cost of which is not included in the school e-mail bulletin (issued on Mondays). To access the reserved area of the school website from any fees. Parents can order uniform through the school website (reserved area). A special tracksuit for internet-connected computer, parents must use a user i.d. and password that are assigned by the Physical Education lessons must be worn on relevant days and children should also wear gym shoes. school. Additional information for parents will be circulated by letter or newsletter. Children are expected to wear sensible footwear to school. In the Infant School shoes with Velcro straps rather than laces are strongly recommended. All items of clothing must be clearly marked with the child’s name and coats or jackets should have loops. The School Dress Code must be followed at all times. Details can be found on the school website. Parent meetings The school will not accept responsibility for lost property.

Infant School - There is a class meeting with the parents at the beginning of the school year. Teachers will also arrange to meet parents individually to discuss their child’s progress. Appointments are arranged through the Front Desk in November and February. Primary, Middle and High School - There is a class meeting at the beginning of the school year. During this meeting the curriculum is introduced and there is an opportunity for teachers and parents to get to know each other. The teachers will invite parents to discuss their children’s progress at the Parents’ Evening scheduled twice a year. If necessary, parents can arrange additional appointments to meet a teacher by using their child’s school diary.

Reports and exams

Infant School records of assessments and evaluations of the children’s progress are kept by the class teachers. These may be reviewed by parents on appointment with the class teacher. From Year 1 reports are available for parents on-line twice a year in February and June. In the Middle School there are examinations, and the State Italian examination at the end of Year 9. Assessment tests as used in British schools are given at the end of Key Stage 2 in the Primary School, and at the end of Key Stage 3 in the Middle School. In the High School there are end-of-year examinations at the end of Year 11 (IGCSE) and Year 13 (IB Diploma).

School material

The school provides the material in the Infant School but not at Primary or Upper School level. A list of school equipment (stationery) is on the website. Middle School students are required to have an individual laptop computer for use in school and at home. 30 31 Infant school kit

-1 name-tagged cloth bag which will be left at school with a complete change of clothing (name- tagged) including socks, a pair of shoes and 2 pairs of underwear inside -A pack of 40 disposable bibs for Nursery. For the children in the Infant department who sleep we recommend: -a quilted cotton “sleep bag” Alternatively you can send in the following: -1 name-tagged cloth bag with, a fitted bottom sheet and 1 bed cover/light blanket inside. - If your child uses a pillow, you can send in a pillow and pillow case. All belongings should be clearly marked with the child’s name.

School bus

-The school bus service is run by a private company which provides a daily service throughout the city for which there is an additional fee. It is imperative that the school Front Desk is informed in writing (fax or e-mail) by 1.00 p.m. of any change to normal travel arrangements. At times due to traffic conditions the school bus may sometimes be late. However children must be punctual at the bus stop, as the driver cannot wait for late arrivals. If a child is not to be picked up in the morning the bus assistant should be informed by telephone before the pickup time. No other communication should be relayed to the bus driver or bus assistant.

Lunch times

The school has a well-equipped kitchen and restaurant where nutritious meals are prepared daily to serve all pupils. From Year 2, pupils can choose dishes for each course from a selection of healthy options, including hot vegetables, salad and fresh fruit. Dietary requirements of pupils (e.g., for Medical information or health reasons) are also catered for upon presentation of the required medical certificate. Good manners at table are encouraged and children are expected to remain seated until given Parents will be asked to fill in special forms for the school medical records. The school doctor permission to leave the table. The school invoice is to be paid in September and January. or nurse may also request medical examinations if the need arises. The school must be officially notified on the first day of a child’s absence for illness, either by a phone call to the school before 9.30 a.m. or by letter to the class teacher. Upon the child’s return to school, parents are required to write in the diary the reason for the absence. The school does not administer medicines except for Outdoor/indoor play tachipirina (paracetamol) for which parents will have signed an authorisation form.

Children go outside to play during their break times whenever possible. Each class is responsible for its own playground materials and is expected to look after them carefully. On wet days the children play indoors under the supervision of their class teacher or assistant. Accident procedures During indoor breaks the children have the opportunity to use a variety of supplementary games and materials provided by the school for these occasions. If an accident occurs, a parent or guardian will be informed. If the accident is minor, a note will be sent home explaining the nature of the mishap. In the case of an emergency, the child will be taken immediately to the hospital by a member of staff, rather than wait for a parent or guardian to arrive, while at the same time every effort will be made to contact the parents. No member of staff is Bringing things to school permitted to authorise any treatment. The member of staff will then wait at the hospital for the parent or guardian. All accidents are Children from Year 2 and above may bring a light snack from home for the mid-morning break. recorded in the school accident book. Toys and games should not be brought to school without the express permission of the class teacher. We do not permit pupils to consume lollipops or gum, which the use of can breach, on school premises. For health reasons we do not permit fizzy drinks. No mobile phones are permitted in school. Other technological devices, including cameras, the use of which can breach privacy , Accident Insurance are also banned from school. Children are not permitted to wear jewellery other than stud earrings. Pupils are insured against accidents during school hours and school excursions. The school does not arrange medical or personal accident insurance for pupils or their property. We recommend that parents take out personal liability insurance. 32 Hygiene

Children are expected to keep a clean and tidy appearance.

Fire drills

The school has a set procedure for action in the case of fire or evacuation of the school building. Practice drills are held regularly.

The school reserves the right to vary the conditions under which children shall be admitted and educated at the school. Via Caviglia, 1 +39 02 55231235 Via Pantano, 13 +39 02 36723970 Via Marco Antonio Colonna, 24 +39 02 55231235

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