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20+ Years of Excellence in Education

At ISC, students thrive in a nurturing and responsive environment tailored to their personal needs and aspirations.

Behind every success at our school is a great teacher. From ages 2 to 18, each of our students is supported by an outstanding team of highly qualified, dedicated staff across academics, sports, arts, and technology. Our teachers and pastoral team focus on developing students' strengths across the curriculum and fostering their academic, social, and emotional progress.

We are committed to guiding your child towards their dream university and career, helping them uncover new interests and talents while elevating their potential globally.

Discover the Extraordinary Opportunities that Await Your Child

“Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all” (Aristotle)

At ISC, we know the importance of nurturing minds and hearts to get the very best out of our students. As soon as you arrive, you are struck by the excellent rapport between teachers and students, united by an intellectual curiosity and a desire to achieve highly.

The IB programme runs through the DNA of our school, ensuring students leave us for the next stage in their lives as independent thinkers with a global perspective and a keenness to make a positive difference to the world around them. The IB DP will open doors to the most prestigious universities in the world and whatever path your child treads, the philosophy on which the IB programme is based will ensure that they are future ready.

If it is possible for you, the very best way to understand all that we have on offer is to come and visit. Nothing quite beats seeing our students in action to get a real feel of what we are all about. For those of you who cannot manage that, we will try to give you the next best experience virtually.

If you want to be part of a close and warm community where your child will thrive academically and emotionally, you have found the right place for your family. My team and I look forward to meeting you soon.

Executive Principal - Pippa Smithson

Internationally-Recognised Curricula

As part of the International Schools of Europe Group and the Inspired Education Group, we are at the forefront of modern education, offering students unlimited learning opportunities to thrive in an ever-changing world. From the Early Years through to High School, the International School of Como offers the IB Continuum programmes, widely regarded as the most forward-thinking educational model globally. Adopted by over 5,000 schools worldwide, the IB programmes promote inquiry, critical thinking, and international-mindedness, ensuring our students are well-prepared for the future. Furthermore, the integration with the Italian State curriculum through our Italian Stream option enables ISC learners to sit Italian system examinations if they wish.

We are officially authorised to deliver the IB Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes, empowering students to obtain globally recognised qualifications that open doors to leading universities worldwide.

Our Mission & Vision

ISC is a student-centred community of internationally-minded learners offering a balanced and challenging curriculum in a nurturing school environment. We respect and value Italian culture alongside our collective diversity.

Our mission is to empower all students to become active, reflective, and responsible lifelong learners who can achieve their full potential and contribute meaningfully to an ever-changing world.

Our Philosophy

Our unique educational philosophy blends elements from the Inspired Education Group's approach, the IB philosophy, and the renowned Reggio Emilia methodology for Early Years education:

We recognise children’s innate curiosity and drive to understand and learn more about the world. Therefore, we empower them to explore, think, question, investigate, and navigate their learning journeys through the Inspired Early Years Approach, influenced by Reggio Emilia principles.

Following the International Baccalaureate philosophy, which guides our learners from the Early Years until the end of the Diploma Programme, we aim to nurture globally-minded students capable of contributing to a better and more peaceful world. We focus on developing inquiring, knowledgeable, and compassionate individuals who embody the IB Learner Profile attributes and are motivated to succeed.

Together with Inspired, we strive to instil a sense of pride, responsibility, honesty, and integrity in our students. This commitment is reflected in the innovative, challenging, and enriching academic, performing arts, and sports programmes integrated into our curriculum.

Our School Structure

IB Programme	Age	Italian System	USA/Canada & Australia	United Kingdom
Primary Years Programme
Early Years Pre-Kindergarten Kindergarten Transition Grade 1	2 years old 3 years old 4 years old 5 years old	Sezione primavera Scuola dell’infanzia Scuola dell’infanzia Scuola dell’infanzia	EC1 EC2 Kindergarten	Nursery Reception Year 1
Elementary School Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6	6 years old 7 years old 8 years old 9 years old 10 years old	1a Elementare 2a Elementare 3a Elementare 4a Elementare 5a Elementare	Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5	Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6
Middle Years Programme
Grade 7 Grade 8 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11	11 years old 12 years old 13 years old 14 years old 15 years old	1a Media 2a Media 3a Media 1a Superiore 2a Superiore	Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 Grade 9 Grade 10	Year 7 Year 8 Year 9 Year 10 Year 11
Diploma Programme
Grade 12 Grade 13	16 years old 17 years old	3a Superiore 4a Superiore 5a Superiore	Grade 11 Grade 12	Year 12 Year 13

Discover how your child can benefit from our school's leading international education, designed to help students achieve their most ambitious goals and equip them with the knowledge and skills to compete on a global scale.

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About Us

20+ Years of Excellence in Education

Our Mission & Vision

Our Philosophy

Our School Structure