The secondary section of the International School of Milan takes students from the middle years through to the sixth form, the senior end of a school that begins in the nursery in Milan. Run by the International School of Europe group, it carries students through the IB Middle Years Programme and into the IB Diploma, the qualification that opens university entry worldwide. This profile sets out the secondary curriculum, the fees, how admissions work and where the Baranzate campus sits.
Secondary at a glance
| Detail | Summary |
|---|---|
| Curriculum and exam boards | IB Middle Years Programme then the IB Diploma in the sixth form |
| Stages | Middle years to the sixth form (roughly ages 11 to 18) |
| Part of | International School of Milan, a full IB continuum school |
| Status | IB World School; International School of Europe group |
| Fee band | Premium for the city, highest in the Diploma years |
| Campus area | Via I Maggio, Baranzate, northwest of Milan |
The secondary programme
The secondary years run on the IB Middle Years Programme first, which keeps the inquiry led approach of the primary years while adding the rigour and breadth that older students need, then move into the IB Diploma for the final two years. The Diploma is taken across six subject groups with the core of theory of knowledge, the extended essay and creativity, activity and service, and it is recognised by universities in Italy, the United Kingdom, the United States and beyond. English is the language of instruction, with strong Italian and modern language provision.
Because the school chose the Diploma over A Levels, students finish with one internationally portable qualification, which suits families who may move again before university. To weigh the secondary section against other senior schools in the city, use the IB schools in Milan hub and ask the school for its recent Diploma point averages and university destinations.
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International School of Milan Secondary fees
Secondary tuition is the highest point on the ISM fee ladder, peaking in the IB Diploma years, and the school as a whole sits in the premium band for Milan. The figures the school publishes are indicative and reviewed annually, so confirm the current schedule directly. Budget beyond tuition for a one off registration fee, a refundable deposit, transport to the Baranzate campus, and the trips and examination entry costs that come with the Middle Years and Diploma programmes.
For the wider cost picture across the city 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 provide recent school reports and references, and applicants sit assessments appropriate to their year. Sixth form entry is conditional on prior results that meet the requirements for the IB Diploma, so a clear academic record matters most at this stage.
Senior places can be limited in popular subjects, so applying six to twelve months ahead of your move, and being clear about intended Diploma subjects, is sensible.
Location and who goes there
The secondary section is on the school's purpose built campus on Via I Maggio in Baranzate, northwest of Milan, sharing the site with the primary and early years sections but with its own science laboratories, libraries and senior study spaces. The northwestern districts and the commuter towns within reach of the campus are where many of the international and dual nationality families with secondary aged children tend to live. To weigh the area against the rest of the city, start from the Milan city hub.
International School of Milan Secondary reviews
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Frequently asked questions
How much are International School of Milan Secondary fees?
Secondary tuition is the highest point on the ISM fee ladder, peaking in the IB Diploma years, and the school sits in the premium band for Milan. Figures are indicative, so confirm the current schedule with the school.
Does International School of Milan Secondary offer A Levels or the IB?
The secondary section runs the IB Middle Years Programme and then the IB Diploma in the sixth form rather than A Levels.
What ages is International School of Milan Secondary for?
The secondary section covers the middle years through to the sixth form, roughly ages 11 to 18, ending with the IB Diploma.
Can a student join International School of Milan in the sixth form?
Yes, where places exist. Sixth form entry is conditional on prior results that meet the requirements for the IB Diploma, alongside reports and references.
Where is the International School of Milan secondary campus?
The secondary section is on the school's purpose built campus on Via I Maggio in Baranzate, northwest of Milan, shared with the primary and early years sections.
