The Canadian School of Milan is an international school in central Milan teaching children from age 2 through to 18, drawn from more than 35 nationalities. Its distinctive feature is a route that blends Canadian, British and Italian elements in the primary years, then runs the IB Middle Years Programme and a senior school offering both the IB Diploma and the Ontario Secondary School Diploma. This profile sets out the curriculum, the fees, how admissions work and where the two campuses sit.
Canadian School of Milan at a glance
| Detail | Summary |
|---|---|
| Curriculum and exam boards | Hybrid Ontario, British and Italian primary; IB Middle Years Programme; IB Diploma and the Ontario Secondary School Diploma in the senior years |
| Stages | Early learning to senior school (ages 2 to 18) |
| Founded | Not published |
| Accreditation | IB World School; Ontario Secondary School Diploma provider |
| Fee band | Mid to upper for the city |
| Campus area | Gioia campus, Via Melchiorre Gioia; Vivaio campus, Via Vivaio, central Milan |
Curriculum and academics
In the junior school the programme draws on Canadian, British and Italian practice, which is intended to give children both a broad inquiry led foundation and the grounding to function in the Italian system if the family stays. The middle school moves to the IB Middle Years Programme, and the senior school runs the IB Diploma alongside the Ontario Secondary School Diploma, so leavers can hold an internationally recognised diploma and a North American school leaving qualification at the same time.
That dual senior route is the school's main draw, particularly for families with a connection to Canada or to North American universities, where the Ontario diploma is well understood. To weigh it against the rest of the field, use the guide to the best international schools in Milan and ask the school about recent Diploma outcomes and university destinations.
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Canadian School of Milan fees
The Canadian School of Milan sits in the mid to upper band for the city, where most reputable schools run between roughly EUR 14,000 and EUR 21,000 a year, with tuition rising at each stage and highest in the senior years. The figures are indicative only and should be confirmed with the school, as fees are reviewed annually. Budget beyond tuition for a one off registration or enrolment fee, an annual materials charge, and optional extras such as lunch and transport between the two campuses.
For the wider cost picture see our guide to international school fees in Milan, or estimate your own total with the fee calculator.
Admissions
The academic year runs from September, and the main intake follows it, with rolling entry into other year groups where places exist. Families submit recent school reports and references, and applicants complete age appropriate assessments, with senior entry weighed against the requirements of the Diploma and the Ontario programme. Given the bilingual context, language readiness in English is part of the picture for older entrants.
As a popular school with two campuses serving different stages, some year groups carry waiting lists, so applying six to twelve months ahead of your move is sensible.
Location and who goes there
The school runs two campuses in central Milan: the Gioia junior campus on Via Melchiorre Gioia, home to early learning and primary, and the Vivaio campus on Via Vivaio, which hosts the middle and senior school. Central locations suit families living in or commuting into the city, and the intake reflects Milan's international professional community alongside Italian families seeking a North American route. To see how the surrounding districts compare, start from the Milan city hub.
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Frequently asked questions
How much are Canadian School of Milan fees?
The school sits in the mid to upper band for Milan, with tuition rising at each stage and highest in the senior years. Figures are indicative, so confirm the current schedule with the school.
What curriculum does the Canadian School of Milan follow?
The primary school blends Ontario, British and Italian elements, the middle school follows the IB Middle Years Programme, and the senior school offers the IB Diploma alongside the Ontario Secondary School Diploma.
What ages does the Canadian School of Milan take?
The school takes children from age 2 in early learning through to age 18 in the senior school, representing more than 35 nationalities.
Where is the Canadian School of Milan located?
It runs two campuses, the Gioia junior campus on Via Melchiorre Gioia and the Vivaio middle and senior campus on Via Vivaio, both in central Milan.
Is the Canadian School of Milan an IB school?
Yes. The school offers the IB Middle Years Programme and the IB Diploma in the senior years, alongside the Ontario Secondary School Diploma.
