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Strengths Performing Arts, Languages, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Leadership and Professional, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Founded in 1962, the American School of Milan is an independent, co-educational day school near Milan that teaches in English for students aged 3 to 18. ASM offers the American Curriculum alongside the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, with IB World School status since 1983. The school is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and is a member of ECIS and MAIS. A technology-forward institution, ASM operates a one-to-one laptop program for grades 6–12. Languages taught include Italian, French, and Spanish, with English as the language of instruction and IB language options. The CAS program supports community service, with 50 hours in freshman and sophomore years. The arts program features theatre and music, with productions such as The Sound of Music, and an active music program. The European Sports Conference connects varsity teams across European schools, and the campus includes outdoor learning through Learning Forest.
American School of Milan has 885 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English.
Location
The campus is at Via Karl Marx 14, 20073 Noverasco di Opera, Milan, Italy. It sits in a residential and sporting complex about 6 km south of Milan's city center, next to Le Rovedine Golf Club, with a swimming pool and tennis facilities located directly opposite the campus. The school is part of the Milan metropolitan area and is served by an extensive bus network from the city center and nearby towns.
Stages
Early Childhood (EC1–EC2) and Kindergarten (KG). Elementary (Grades 1–5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), and High School (Grades 9–12).
Type
Independent, co-educational day school; IB World School offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme since 1983; accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Over 70 nationalities are represented on campus.
Additional learning support
English Language Learner (ELL) support is available. Admissions include English language proficiency testing and placement decisions to support students who need language assistance.
Bus service
Extensive bus network from Milan city center and surrounding towns; a sample route is bus 222 from Milan to Pieve Emanuele or Opera, with a stop at Noverasco di Opera.
Fees
Annual tuition at American School of Milan ranges from EUR 13,950 to EUR 24,750 for 2026/27.
Application and Registration Fees - Application fee (one-time, non-refundable): EUR 300. - New student admission fee (one-time, non-refundable; KG through Grade 12): EUR 5,000. New EC1–EC2 students pay this admission fee when they enter Kindergarten. - Annual enrollment fee (per student, due on enrollment): EUR 1,350.
Building and Maintenance Fund / Other compulsory entry charges - Building & Maintenance Fund: EUR 2,500 per year for the first four years in attendance (charged on enrollment as part of registration fees). - Annual PTO/association fee: EUR 25.
Payment / Billing schedule and payment terms (how amounts are invoiced and typical installment amounts) - Registration fees and the Building & Maintenance Fund are due upon enrollment. Remaining tuition and optional fees may be paid according to one of the school's published plans. - Payment options offered (examples and resulting amounts using the private annual tuition): - Early full payment: pay full tuition by the school's early-payment deadline and receive a 1% tuition discount (example deadlines and discount apply to the corresponding academic year). Example: EC1–EC2 private tuition EUR 12,300 → discounted amount EUR 12,177 (1% off). - Full payment by the main deadline: pay the full annual tuition by the main deadline (no discount). Example: EC1–EC2 private tuition EUR 12,300 → EUR 12,300 due by the deadline. - Two-part payment plan (60% / 40%): pay 60% of tuition by the first deadline and 40% by the second deadline. A surcharge/interest of 4% applies to any outstanding balance after the first deadline. Examples (private-rate amounts): - EC1–EC2 (EUR 12,300): 60% = EUR 7,380 due by first deadline; 40% = EUR 4,920 due by second deadline (outstanding balances after the first deadline incur +4% on the unpaid portion). - Kindergarten–Grade 1–2 (EUR 16,100): 60% = EUR 9,660; 40% = EUR 6,440. - Grades 3–5 (EUR 16,700): 60% = EUR 10,020; 40% = EUR 6,680. - Grades 6–8 (EUR 19,600): 60% = EUR 11,760; 40% = EUR 7,840. - Grades 9–10 (EUR 21,500): 60% = EUR 12,900; 40% = EUR 8,600. - Grades 11–12 (EUR 23,100): 60% = EUR 13,860; 40% = EUR 9,240. - Families paying private rates receive a sibling discount: EUR 500 reduction for the second child and EUR 1,000 reduction for the third child (applied to tuition). Families failing to finalize re-enrollment by the published re-enrollment deadline are charged a late fee of EUR 500 per student.
Optional and Additional Fees (typical annual amounts) - Transportation (school bus): Milan & suburbs EUR 3,350; Arese EUR 4,350 (annual). - Cafeteria/lunch (approximate annual amounts): Lower Elementary (EC–2nd grade) EUR 950; Upper Elementary (3rd–5th) EUR 1,150; Middle/High School (6th–12th) EUR 1,360. Cafeteria may also be prepaid in units (example pre-paid amount EUR 350). - Laptop lease (Grades 6–12): EUR 600 per year (personal laptop required for Grades 6–12; leasing from the school is available at the stated annual charge). - Other possible charges: exam fees for Italian preparation programs and any curriculum-specific assessment fees; optional extracurricular activities, trips, and materials are invoiced separately as required.
Boarding fees - The American School of Milan operates as a day school; boarding/residential fees do not apply.
Refund information - The published fee materials for the academic year list registration, admission, building fund and tuition charges, but do not include a detailed, explicit refund or withdrawal schedule in the fee summary. Parents should note that application fees and the New Student Admission Fee are described as non-refundable where specified.
Fee payment methods and practical payment details - The school publishes bank account details for fee payment and provides an online payments facility; bank transfer is an accepted method. The school offers payment plans (annual, semester/two-part, and monthly or other installment plans as published) and details for completing payments are provided through the school's billing / pay online facilities.
Points to note (concise) - All registration fees and the Building & Maintenance Fund are due on enrollment. Tuition may be paid in full (with an early-payment discount if paid by the early deadline), or via the school's published installment options (example: 60%/40% plan with a 4% charge on outstanding balances after the first deadline). - The fee schedule distinguishes Private and Corporate tuition rates; optional services (transport, lunch, laptop) are charged in addition to tuition; sibling discounts are available for families paying Private rates.
If any specific numeric rounding or per-payment arithmetic is required for import into your database, use the annual tuition figures above and apply the payment-plan percentages shown (60% / 40% or full payment discounts) to compute the exact invoice amounts for each installment.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school uses PATHS (Promoting Alternative Thinking Strategies) as part of the Social and Emotional Curriculum. All children participate in regular guidance lessons through PATHS to develop social-emotional competencies. A guidance counselor visits each classroom bi-monthly to teach social skills. The daily routine includes a Morning Meeting to build classroom community and a positive climate for learning. Teachers implement Responsive Classroom strategies to weave social-emotional learning into daily instruction. The program emphasizes cooperation, responsibility, empathy and self-regulation as foundational learning dispositions.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Students diagnosed with mild to moderate learning needs receive targeted support in math, literacy and phonics. Learning support specialists design lessons for small groups inside or outside the classroom. All students may access early reading support using the Wilson Reading Intervention Program. Student learning is supported by learning specialists who work in small groups or with individuals to target each child's specific needs. ASM supports students with mild to moderate learning needs.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the primary language of instruction. English Language Learners (ELL) in third through fifth grade are tested with the WIDA assessment to determine language level. Students may be eligible to receive English language support through the English Language Specialist, with Beginning and Intermediate speakers receiving additional support in small groups and/or in-class. In addition, there is an after-school English club to reinforce English for beginners. Students enrolled in their first year of beginning ELL will not be eligible for Italian Language B as they will attend ELL classes for language learning during this time.
Mental Wellbeing
All children participate in regular guidance lessons through PATHS, the Social and Emotional Curriculum, to support emotional and social competencies. PATHS fosters self-regulation, cooperation and empathy as foundational skills. The guidance counselor visits classrooms bi-monthly to reinforce social skills and wellbeing. The school uses Morning Meeting and Responsive Classroom strategies to promote a positive climate for learning. These initiatives support students' mental well-being and personal development.
Admissions
Admissions
Online application procedure. ASM welcomes applications from qualified, diverse students throughout the school year, with the majority of students entering in September or January.
FAQs
What are the tuition fees?
**Application and Registration Fees**
- Application fee (one-time, non-refundable): EUR 300.
- New student admission fee (one-time, non-refundable; KG through Grade 12): EUR 5,000.
Where is American School of Milan located?
The campus is at Via Karl Marx 14, 20073 Noverasco di Opera, Milan, Italy.
What age groups does the school serve?
Early Childhood (EC1–EC2) and Kindergarten (KG). Elementary (Grades 1–5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), and High School (Grades 9–12).
Does the school support students with SEN?
Students diagnosed with mild to moderate learning needs receive targeted support in math, literacy and phonics. Learning support specialists design lessons for small groups inside or outside the classroom.
Is there a school bus service?
Extensive bus network from Milan city center and surrounding towns; a sample route is bus 222 from Milan to Pieve Emanuele or Opera, with a stop at Noverasco di Opera.
How does admissions work?
Online application procedure. ASM welcomes applications from qualified, diverse students throughout the school year, with the majority of students entering in September or January. Admissions contact: admissions@asmilan.org; +39 0253000015.
What wellbeing support is available?
The school uses PATHS (Promoting Alternative Thinking Strategies) as part of the Social and Emotional Curriculum. All children participate in regular guidance lessons through PATHS to develop social-emotional competencies.
When was American School of Milan founded?
Founded in 1962, the American School of Milan (ASM) is an independent, co-educational college preparatory day school located south of Milan. ASM has educated international students from more than 53 countries for more than 60 years.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The arts program includes theatre and music with student productions such as All Shook Up, The Little Mermaid Jr., Clue, The Sound of Music, and Shrek.
