Scuola Internazionale di Pavia (International School of Pavia)

The school's mission is to provide an educational model that respects Italian culture while aligning with European directives. It aims to create a dynamic, innovative learning environment that equips students with solid cultural foundations, in-depth linguistic skills, and international recognition. The school is committed to inclusivity and strives to limit the financial gap for families, adhering to the principles of the Italian Constitution.

The school offers a bilingual primary school and a bilingual middle school, with an additional sports-focused middle school track. The high school (liceo) curriculum includes diverse pathways such as the International Curriculum, Economics, Biomedical, STEAM, Science & Sports, Linguistic, Human and Economic Science, and a Full English High School programme. The school is a Cambridge International School, offering IGCSE and AS & A Level subjects, and it prepares students for both the Italian state exam (Maturità) and international qualifications.

The school is a Cambridge International School and an examination centre for Cambridge Secondary 1, IGCSE, and AS & A Levels. Students have the opportunity to earn the Cambridge AICE Diploma. The school maintains a focus on university preparation, with recent agreements such as the one with IULM University of Milan to support student orientation and degree completion.

The school provides dedicated pathways for students with Specific Learning Disorders (SLD), Special Educational Needs (SEN), and for gifted students. It emphasizes an inclusive environment and works to create a collaborative pact between the school and families.

The school is a bilingual private institution open to students from Italy and abroad, including those from other educational paths. Prospective families can request information through the school's website or by contacting the administration directly. The school hosts Open & Experience Days for interested families.

The school operates throughout the academic year, offering study holidays abroad for students. Summer school programmes are also available and are open to both internal and external students who align with the school's educational project and regulations.

The campus is located at Via Folla di Sopra, 17 and 21 in Pavia. It includes specialized spaces such as SIP AI Labs and facilities for music education. The school provides various services, including a canteen, a shuttle bus service, and a school uniform.

The school offers a variety of co-curricular activities, including the SIP Academy (school of music) and SIP AI Labs. Students participate in sports, such as the end-of-year Sports Day and national championships like the Indoor Rowing National Schools Championships. Additionally, the school organizes cultural and educational trips, such as visits to historic landmarks in Bath, UK, and study trips to New York.