American Overseas School of Rome: Useful info for parents

American Overseas School of Rome

CurriculumAmerican

Language of instructionEnglish

Age RangeAges 3 to 18

Yearly fees: from: €10,200
to: €26,275

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AOSR at a Glance

Mr. Callan
Head of School

A Multicultural Community

AOSR is home to an international student body of around 600 students with approximately one third from the United States, one third from Italy, and the remaining third from 45 different countries. Our faculty is made up of 82 teachers coming from 13 different countries. 73% of our teachers are native English speakers, and 78% hold advanced degrees.

Our Mission

AOSR offers the best of an American-International education in a supportive learning environment. We inspire a diverse student body to courageously meet the demands of a changing world through an engaging and creative curriculum.

Our Beliefs

Respect, Collaboration, Responsibility, Community Learning and Trust.

Accreditation

The American Overseas School of Rome is fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and was the first international school to be awarded MSA's prestigious International Credential.

Quick summary of key school information

Language of instruction		English
Native English teachers
Extra languages (other than English)
Class sizes	Average	18 students / class
Class sizes	Maximum	22 students / class
Extracurricular activities
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Yearly fees:	from: €10,200 to: €26,275

School fees range in EUR valid for the academic year 2020/2021

AOSR 2018-2019 Annual Report

Please, access here the AOSR 2018-2019 Annual Report: AOSR 2018-2019 Annual Report. This vibrant publication is an overview of a wonderful year of student growth and community spirit at AOSR!"

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All the details about this school in their own words

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Nationalities

Number of students	606
Number of nationalities represented in the school	45
Most common nationality	American, Italian, Chinese, and Israeli.
Ratio of local students to international students	There are about 1/3 American, 1/3 Italian, 1/3 other nationalities.

The classroom

Max. number of students per class	22
Average number of students per class	18
Does the school employ teaching assistants?	Yes
Native English speaking teachers	Yes
Language support for students not fluent in English	Yes, we have an EAL (English as an Additional Language program/support)
Additional language classes offered by the school	French, Spanish, and Italian
Use of technology in the classroom	At AOSR we believe that technology can be a powerful tool for learning. Students have access to computers or laptops when it supports or enhances what they are learning. We have a brand new Design Lab with 3D printers and special tools, along with a brand new computer lab. Our students and teachers use Google Classroom to communicate class assignments and Powerschool to communicate and house grades. We have a 1-1 laptop program in our middle school, and bring your own device program for high school students. There are 2 computer labs, and all classrooms are equipped with projectors. Our Elementary school has a Technology Teacher and Integrator and our Secondary School has an Educational Technology Coordinator who work with students to integrate technology into learning.
Do teachers assign homework to their students?	Yes
Approximate hours of homework given	It depends on the grade level.

School policies

Uniform required	No
Waiting list	This depends on the grade level.
Entry evaluation for students	Yes in some cases. In many cases however, school reports, standardised test results and recommendations inform admissions decisions.
Brief description of entry evaluation required	Admission to Elementary School is based on report cards (if available) and school records. Admission to Middle School and High School is based on transcripts, report cards, school documents, recommendation letters and an interview. Middle and High School students may be requested to take an English language proficiency and/or subject level assessment.
Deadline for registration (new academic year)	We have a rolling admissions policy. Students may enter at any time of the school year.
Students can join after academic year begins	Yes
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation	100% other than students who choose to take a gap year or perform military service.
External examinations or assessments available	MAP testing, PSAT, SAT, IB and AP examinations.
Results in these examinations	Excellent results.
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?	No
How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion?	We welcome students of all religions. We do not teach religion classes.
School bus service available	Yes. We also have a late bus each day for students who stay after school for activities.

Student support

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs	Yes, we have a specialized staff for supporting students with mild to moderate learning needs.
Learning support offered	We have three dedicated Special Educational Needs Teachers, a Reading Specialist, four English as a Second Language teachers, and three counselors.
The school supports gifted, able and talented students	IB and AP Programs, College Counselling.
Student access to education psychologist	Yes. We have one educational psychologist on campus.

Extracurricular activities

School start time	9:00 AM
School finish time	3:30 PM
Supervised care before/after school	Supervision is provided starting at 8:30AM for those arriving early. For our Pre-K Program we have an Extended Day Program and a Half Day Program available.
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered	We have an abundant number of After School Activities. The ASA program offerings change each semester. Currently the ASA available include: Computer lab, Cooking, Makerspace, Tennis, Basketball, Capoeira, Artistic Gymnastics, American Flag Football, Soccer, Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM program), Create Mindfully, Math Talks, Art Club, Yoga Flow, Swimming, Volleyball, Creating Mindfully, and Thai Chi.
School provided lunches	Yes. The cafeteria serves Italian meals using fresh ingredients and a menu that changes daily, always providing plenty of choices for students, including those with allergies and restricted diets. The lunch menu always includes: "Primi" (first course) with a choice of pasta, pizza, or soup "Secondi" (second course) including meat, fish and vegetables A full salad bar Fruit, yogurt, and sweets for dessert.
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)	Yes. Our cafeteria accommodates all students with special diets.
Sports activities included	Physical Education classes.
Sports facilities at the school	Gymnasium, outdoor soccer field, tennis court, playing field, and 2 playgrounds.
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students	Yes. Basketball, volleyball, cheerleading, cross country, track and field, soccer, tennis, and wrestling. AOSR Girls Basketball made history this past season, coming in first place in the 2019 Girls Basketball Division II European Championships. The 2018 Varsity Tennis Team placed 2nd at the 2018 European Championship Tournament!

About the school

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school	International by design, student centered, challenging, nurturing and joyful .
Teaching approach of the school	It is an inquiry and problem solving based instructional approach that addresses the needs of the whole child.

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A look into the school's facilities

Campus

AOSR campus has its own 2.5 hectares (roughly 6 acres) in a beautiful residential area surrounded by a natural reserve. Offering the largest and most complete facilities of any international school in Rome, our 5 buildings include a historic villa, indoor performing arts space, outdoor tennis, basketball, and soccer fields, as well as an indoor gymnasium, a brand new technology Design Lab and Computer Lab, a spacious cafeteria, an outdoor edible garden, and even an outdoor Roman amphitheatre.

Athletics

Athletics function as an integral part of the total curriculum and life at AOSR. All students participate in Physical Education classes, and 50% of our high school students participate on our competitive athletic teams. AOSR also offers many athletic After School Activities Programs for students of all ages who would like to improve their athletic skills, work on team building, or try a new sport in a supportive and fun environment.

Performing and Fine Arts

AOSR is a school that nurtures and extends our students’ creativity and vision. In both the middle and high schools, class efforts concentrate on the world of theater, music and visual arts to share our mental inventions through performance; classes are geared towards developing an overall sense of voice and joy in the ‘creative-self.’ Lessons are taught with the belief that an expressive and empowered imagination is an asset in any choice of career or lifestyle.

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Get in contact with the Admissions team

Ms. Sabine Neumann

Admissions Officer

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At the American Overseas School of Rome, our students have the opportunity to explore passions, develop expertise both in and outside the classroom, and build lifelong relationships with fellow students, coaches, faculty, and staff. Our close-knit community challenges, encourages, and guides each student so that he or she is well prepared to succeed in the world of higher education and beyond. We know that choosing a school can be both an exciting and intimidating process and we want you to know that we are here to help guide you during every step! We would love to meet you and schedule a personal tour or communicate over the phone or online to get you all of the information you require about our school. We look forward to talking to you very soon!

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