Compare International Schools in Modena, Italy

Piazza Montessori, 1/A - 41051 Montale Rangone, Castelnuovo Rangone (MO), Italy

Early Years (Ages 3-5); Primary School (Ages 6-10); Middle School (Ages 11-16); High School (Ages 16-18); International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum (Ages 3-18).

Private international school; IB World School (IBO-certified).

A Modena-based mini-van company serves routes to and from the school campus; travels to neighbourhoods close to Modena city centre with drivers who ensure safety and care for students of all ages.

Entry to Inspired Boarding Schools: Selected schools in the Inspired group offer premium boarding as part of their educational provision. Children enrolled in secondary education may qualify for entry at the Inspired boarding school of their choice.

Uniform is mandatory for all students from Kindergarten to Grade 11. The current uniform collection includes compulsory and optional items, which can be ordered from IS Modena's official supplier, OVS.

The canteen provides a hot lunch programme with freshly prepared, nut-free dishes, vegetables and fresh fruit.

IS Modena is part of Inspired Education, a global group of premium schools. It is also part of the International Schools of Europe (ISE) network, with ISE delivering international education across eight Italian campuses and being part of Inspired Education.

Three IB Curricula: Primary Years Programme (PYP) in Kindergarten and Primary School; Middle Years Programme (MYP) in Middle School; Diploma Programme (DP) in High School. The school is authorised by the International Baccalaureate Organization to deliver the full IB curriculum across the Primary, Middle and High School levels, and it is the first in Modena to offer the full IB continuum in an English-based setting. The IB pathway emphasizes inquiry-based learning and cross-curricular connections, with subject material delivered in a broad, balanced, and interconnected way. The campus includes libraries, science laboratories, arts spaces, drama and music studios, and a wide range of indoor and outdoor sports facilities, with technology integrated to support learning.

Exceptional IB exam results in 2025. Average score: 37.5. 44% achieved 38+; 33% achieved 40+.

1 in 3 Inspired students gains admission to leading universities, including Russell Group and Ivy League institutions, and 90% attend their first-choice university.

The school prioritises children's well-being and provides daily pastoral care within the IS Modena community, supporting personal development across all year groups.

English is the primary language of instruction for 3 to 18-year-olds, and an Italian language programme supports students on their path towards bilingualism.

Well-being is prioritised and the school provides daily pastoral care within a nurturing environment that supports students' mental well-being.

Register Your Interest With us in a Few Simple Steps. Our goal is to guide your family through the admissions process so that you can join our school community as simply and conveniently as possible. Below is an outline of what to expect and the documents you will need to complete your application.

1. Submit an Enquiry. Please submit an enquiry using the form below. Once received, a member of the Admissions Team will contact you to discuss the application process. The team will guide you through the next steps to help you plan.

2. Book a Tour. Parents and students are strongly encouraged to visit the school prior to enrolment. If this is not possible due to geographical considerations, an online interview between the Principal/Coordinators and parents will be arranged. We also encourage all incoming students from Grade 1 upwards to spend half a day in their future class.

3. Application. Once you have received your personal login details, please follow the instructions on Open Apply and submit the following documentation for each applicant: a copy of the child's birth certificate or passport; school records for the last two years (Grade 3 and above); referee contact details (a teacher); the results of any special academic or psychological evaluations; any other relevant educational documentation; vaccination/immunisation record. Italian law requires all school-age children to provide an up-to-date vaccination record before entering school.

4. Interview & Assessment. Applicants and their families will be invited to meet with teachers, and may be asked to sit an interview with the Coordinator or Principal. Children may be required to sit an entrance examination and/or English language proficiency assessment.

5. Enrolment. When all prior requirements are fulfilled, the school will send parents/guardians a letter/email of acceptance with the applicant's start date. Payment arrangements for tuition fees will be made when the contract is signed.

High School Scholarships. The International School of Modena seeks to award financial support to a selected number of students who wish to access international education at the High School level. Selection Criteria include: a current High School student not enrolled at IS Modena (age 14+ and applying for Grades 10–13); proven history of academic excellence; competence in English; strong motivation to succeed; active involvement in school life (extracurricular activities, leadership, service); and excellent attendance and behaviour. Application Requirements include: a letter outlining how the applicant meets the criteria; a written statement answering what motivates the applicant and why they should be awarded a scholarship; reports from the most recent school; a satisfactory reference from the current school. Scholarship payments continue until completion of High School and as long as the selection criteria are met (maintain high academic results, engagement, and attendance, and active involvement in the wider school community). There are no geographical restrictions; applications from students whose parents are entitled to company discounts or have relocation packages will not be accepted.