International School of Florence
International School in Florence
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Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, American taught at International School of Florence.
- Tuition: $17,327–$30,018/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 13 Florence international school · 520 students total.
- 38 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at Kindergarten - G5: 8:30 G6 - G12: 8:15.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS, MSA-CESS listed accreditations.
520
38
13 avg
Rolling
IBO, CIS, MSA-CESS
About International School of Florence
The International School of Florence is one of the oldest international schools in Europe, culminating in the International Baccalaureate Diploma, the surest path to accessing the broadest choice of colleges and universities throughout the world. As a non-profit educational institution, ISF embodies the values of the Renaissance. How? By striving for academic excellence while developing its students’ creativity, intellectual curiosity, innovative spirit and appreciation for beauty. Why? Because developing the whole person is at the heart of its mission. ISF offers challenging and internationally recognized academic programs alongside a rich extracurricular offering. At ISF – in our Renaissance villas and Tuscan setting – students are prepared for the challenges of tomorrow through a focus on their potential today.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $17,327–$30,018 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 14950-25900 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $25,323(+7%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $26,823 |
| Cost position in Florence | 100th percentile(premium tier) |
IB, American
IB Diploma
Italian, Spanish, French
unknown
English as an Additional Lanaguage
Kindergarten - G5: 8:30 G6 - G12: 8:15 – Kindergarten - G5: 15:30 (Tuesdays 14:45) G6 - G12: 15:00 (Tuesdays 13:15)
Yes
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Florence
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Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
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