Yes
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| Number of students |
830 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
50 |
| Most common nationality |
Italian (39%), American (15%), Korean (7%) and Chinese (5%) |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
39% local : 61% international |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Native English speaking teachers |
All English instruction with professional mother-tongue teachers and assistants. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English Language Learners |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Italian, French, Spanish |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
The elementary school integrates iPads to prepare students for the 1:1 laptop program that begins in Grade 6.
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| Uniform required |
No |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Assessment |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Assessment in Math and English (from grade 3 and higher). |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
ASM welcomes applications from qualified, diverse students throughout the school year, with the majority of students entering in September or January. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma |
| Results in these examinations |
2017 graduates: Average IB score: 36 (worldwide 30) |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
ASM admits, supports and retains students with mild to moderate learning and academic needs, provided they demonstrate a reasonable ability to be successful in our academic programs. |
| School start time |
8:50 |
| School finish time |
15:30 |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Art, music, theater, sports. |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Sports activities included |
Physical education |
| Sports facilities at the school |
- 2 full-sized American gyms
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| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
The American School of Milan has been educating international students from more than 50 countries for more than 50 years. The school offers a student-centered, American-style education that encourages children to develop their full potential, achieve personal excellence and become global citizens committed to lifelong learning. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
ASM's mission is to ensure a modern and rigorous education for International students to excel in the changing world of tomorrow. |