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| Number of students |
895 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
50+ |
| Most common nationality |
Italian |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
38% |
| Max. number of students per class |
24 |
| Average number of students per class |
generally 18-20 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes for early childhood through grade 2 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes, we offer ELL (English Language Learners) for students learning English |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Italian and Spanish and French from middle school |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
i-pads are utilized in all elementary classrooms and we have a 1:1 laptop program for all upper school students |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Waiting list |
Sometimes, yes |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes, from grades 3 and higher |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Tests in Math and English literacy |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We have rolling admissions. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes, when space is available |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma, MAP testing from grades 3 through 10 and PSAT /SAT for upper school students |
| Results in these examinations |
2018 IB average was a 34 |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| School bus service available |
Yes, we have an extensive bus service to the school from Milan and several suburbs (Arese, Milanodue, Milanotre, Basiglio) |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
We do have a SEN program for students with mild to moderate learning needs |
| Learning support offered |
1:1 and small group support with a specialized teacher |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
We have an enrichment program in math and literacy in the elementary program and advanced math program from the middle school through the high school. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
| School start time |
8:50 |
| School finish time |
15:30 |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
ABRSM music exams, Model United Nations (MUN), middle school and varsity sports, swimming, golf, elementary and upper school musical, yearbook and much more! |
| School provided lunches |
Yes, we have an in-house cafeteria, but students may also bring their own lunch from home. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes, we offer gluten free and vegetarian/vegan options. |
| Sports activities included |
PE lessons are included and mandatory across grade levels. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
two full sized gyms, basketball court, tennis court, grass soccer pitch, climbing wall, dance studio, weight area |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes, our high school is part of the European Sports Conference (ESC) as well as NISSA, the Northern Italy Secondary Schools Association |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
The American School of Milan (ASM) is an independent, nonprofit college preparatory day school with a state-of-the-art campus located south of Milan. Founded in 1962, ASM has been educating international students from more than 50 countries for more than 55 years. The school’s mission is to provide a modern and rigorous education for international students to excel in the changing world of tomorrow. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
ASM 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. We embrace the IB learner profile along with our school values of accountability, respect and empowerment. Technology is a key focus at ASM and an integral part of student learning. |