
Highlands Institute
Catholic
Updated July 2026
The Highlands Institute is a private Catholic school in Rome offering an international curriculum that spans from early childhood through secondary education. It is characterized by a focus on academic excellence, advanced technology, and a strong emphasis on English language proficiency.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The Highlands Institute is a Catholic school that operates as part of the international Regnum Christi network. Its educational project is built upon four pillars: academic excellence, an international approach, personalized accompaniment, and integral formation, aiming to develop students' human and spiritual virtues.
Programmes
The school offers a continuous educational path starting from the Scuola dell'Infanzia (early childhood) through the Scuola Primaria and Scuola Secondaria di I grado. At the secondary level, it provides two distinct pathways: a four-year International Linguistic High School (Liceo Linguistico Internazionale Quadriennale) and an International Scientific High School (Liceo Scientifico Internazionale). The curriculum integrates English language instruction and IT training across all levels, with the high school programmes incorporating school-work transition paths (PCTO). The school also facilitates Cambridge and Trinity English language certifications.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides a dedicated psycho-pedagogical service to support student well-being and development. Additionally, it operates a specialized department of school psychology as part of its commitment to comprehensive student care.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school hosts open days for prospective families and manages enrollment processes for all levels, from early childhood through secondary education. Interested parties can contact the administration directly via telephone or through the school's website to request information regarding registration.
Calendar
The academic year typically begins in early September, with specific start dates varying by school sector. The calendar includes standard breaks for Christmas and Easter, as well as a mid-year 'Settimana Bianca' (winter break) in February. The school year concludes in June, with specific end dates for different levels, including the Liceo Linguistico and Liceo Scientifico.
About the campus
Located on Viale della Scultura in Rome, the campus provides dedicated spaces for student growth and development. Facilities include a sports center, a school canteen, and a medical station. The school also maintains specialized departments for information technology and psychology to support the campus environment.


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