Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
150 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
25 |
| Most common nationality |
Italian |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
60:40 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
French and Italian |
| Max. number of students per class |
20 |
| Average number of students per class |
15 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Each classroom is equipped with an electronic whiteboard. Our curricula provides for limited use of tablets/portable computers in primary school (Grade 1 -5) |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
In the case of an emergency such as the lock-downs for COVID-19 we will implement virtual classrooms. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| External examinations or assessments available |
We are an Early Learning and Primary school for children aged 2 to 11. Our primary students have the opportunity to take the idoneità assessment for Italian schools. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes. Daily reading and homework on the weekends. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| Learning support offered |
Personalized learning paths and curricula, support staff. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Personalized learning paths and curricula. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
We conduct an evaluation in English and Mathematics to ensure that each student is placed in the appropriate grade level. |
| Waiting list |
For some grades, yes. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Rolling admissions (we do not have a deadline) |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
Students are welcome to arrive at 8am, classes starting at 8:40am. |
| School finish time |
4:00pm |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
Private bus service is available |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Swimming is provided during the school day. Clubs: sports, arts, languages, chess, etc. |
| Sports activities included |
P.E. classes are included in the curriculum at all grade levels. Throughout the year, students have the opportunity to explore a variety of sports and physical activities. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
No |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, Art Atelier, Theater, STEAM Lab, Gym, large Outdoor Garden and Playground. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Gym |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Milan World School is a new international school in the heart of Milan, offering education from Early Childhood through Primary school. MWS strive's to make the world a better place and is committed to helping students grow into thoughtful, responsible individuals who will shape the future with their critical thinking, international mindedness and purpose. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Inquiry Based |
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