St George's British International School
International School in Rome
Quick answer
St. George's British International School Rome serves 925 students from 92 nationalities aged 3 to 18 — among Italy's most internationally diverse schools. The school combines British curriculum with the IB Diploma at sixth form, accredited by IBO, COBIS and ECIS. Tuition $13,700-$26,000 per year. Long-established choice for diplomatic, Vatican-affiliated, FAO and corporate expat families on Rome assignments seeking British/IB-track education with exceptional 92-nationality diversity.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and IB Diploma.
- Tuition: $13,700–$26,000/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 17 (max 22) Rome international school · 925 students total.
- 92 nationalities top: British, Italian, American.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 8.45am.
- Accreditations: IBO, COBIS, ECIS verified.
925
92 (British, Italian, American, Chinese, Canadian, Russian, Spanish Dutch, Danish, German, Brazilian, Belgian, French, Indian, Australian, Egyptian)
17 avg / 22 max
Rolling
IBO, COBIS, ECIS
IGCSE and IB Diploma
About St George's British International School
St George's is the original and largest British International School in Rome. A truly global community, home to pupils from over 90 different countries. Ranked among the top 10 international schools in continental Europe. A caring and loving environment where each pupil is recognised and celebrated.
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) | $13,700 – $26,000 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 13700-26000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $21,500(+8%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $23,000 |
| Cost position in Rome | 83th percentile(premium tier) |
IB, British
IGCSE and IB Diploma
IGCSE, International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)
Examination results are published on the St George's website.
Italian, Latin, Mandarin, French, German, Spanish
unknown
Yes
8.45am – 3.30pm
Yes
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
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: British, Italian, American, Chinese, Canadian, Russian, Spanish Dutch, Danish, German, Brazilian, Belgian, French, Indian, Australian, Egyptian
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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