Institut Saint-Dominique
International School in Rome
Quick answer
Institut Saint-Dominique offers a multi-track IB and French programme, with a highly diverse student body of 40 nationalities. Well-suited to boarding and internationally mobile families valuing curriculum portability families. At $6,050–$9,990/year, it sits below the Rome average — offering strong value.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, French taught at Institut Saint-Dominique.
- Tuition: $6,050–$9,990/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 25 (max 25) Rome international school · 400 students total.
- 40 nationalities top: French/Italian.
- Ages: Ages 2 to 18 school day starts at 8:30 AM.
- Accreditations: IBO, AEFE verified.
400
40 (French/Italian)
25 avg / 25 max
Available
1961
IBO, AEFE
About Institut Saint-Dominique
The International Saint-Dominic Institute of Rome (ISD) embodies a unique alliance between historical heritage and contemporary educational ambition. Founded in 1961 by the Dominican Sisters, the institution has evolved with the times to become today a leading international campus, focused on educational innovation and global openness.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
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.
- Learning support: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $6,050 – $9,990 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 6050-9990 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $9,520(+19%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $11,020 |
| Cost position in Rome | 44th percentile(mid-range) |
IB, French
IB Diploma ESABAC Cambridge Test Terza Media DNB Competitive exams for the "Grandes écoles", entrance tests for preparatory courses or universities.
English, Italian, Spanish, German
FLE, PAP, presence of a health and well-being center with a nurse, a psychologist and a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP).
Yes.
Yes.
8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (5:30 PM for High school students or for students with supervised evening study and extracurricular activities).
Yes, we have a school restaurant on site.
Yes.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Rome
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: French/Italian
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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