St George's British International School, Rome

The school is committed to an ethos of internationalism, inclusivity, and excellence, aiming to help every pupil become the best version of themselves. It emphasizes the holistic development of students, fostering intellectual curiosity, compassion, and commitment through a rigorous British-based education. The school is owned by the not-for-profit St George’s School Association, which ensures the institution's long-term independence and mission.

The school delivers an enhanced UK National Curriculum leading to IGCSE qualifications in Year 11. For the post-16 pathway, it offers both the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma and A-Levels, supported by a High School Diploma. Additionally, the school is an accredited centre for the University of the Arts London (UAL) Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, which launches in September 2026.

Students consistently achieve high academic results, with IB scores frequently exceeding the global average and a 100% pass rate reported in recent years. Graduates progress to a wide range of top-tier universities worldwide. The school is accredited by the Department for Education (BSO) and is recognized as a top 100 school in the Spear’s Schools Index.

The school provides dedicated support for students through its Special Educational Needs (SEN) and English as an Additional Language (EAL) departments. These services are integrated into the school's pastoral care framework to ensure that students receive appropriate support tailored to their individual learning profiles.

St George’s is a non-selective school that accepts applications year-round on a rolling basis, though it encourages early submission due to high demand. The admissions process typically involves an informal interview and, for students entering Year 4 and above, the CAT4 cognitive assessment. Applicants to the Senior School who are not native English speakers must also complete a written task in English. Priority is given to international families relocating to Rome.

The school operates on a three-term structure: the Autumn Term (September to December), the Spring Term (January to March), and the Summer Term (April to June). The academic year includes scheduled half-term breaks in October and February, as well as various public holidays and staff training days. The 2025-26 academic year begins on 1 September 2025 and concludes on 26 June 2026.

St George’s operates across two campuses: the La Storta campus, which features extensive outdoor space, sports pitches, and ongoing developments including a new indoor swimming pool; and the City Centre campus, which provides an intimate environment within Rome’s historic core. Both sites include dedicated libraries, arts facilities, and specialized learning spaces. The school is currently upgrading its La Storta campus to include separate, purpose-built facilities for Junior and Senior students.

The school offers a broad range of co-curricular activities, including competitive sports, music, drama, and design. It maintains a partnership with Newcastle United as an International Partner Football School and operates competitive academies in basketball and swimming. Additionally, students participate in Model United Nations (MUN) conferences in collaboration with Rome-based UN agencies and engage in community service and student-led sustainability initiatives.