

Scuola Svizzera di Catania
Founded 1904
Updated July 2026
Languages
Scuola Svizzera Catania is an international school that provides a multilingual education rooted in Swiss pedagogical traditions. It serves students from the early years through the completion of the first grade of secondary school.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
Founded in 1904, the school operates under the patronage of the Canton of Zurich and is recognized by both Swiss and Italian authorities. It emphasizes a bilingually-focused, intercultural, and family-oriented environment where traditional Swiss values are integrated with modern educational innovation.
Programmes
The school offers a bilingually-focused curriculum organized into pluriclasses across all sections. The Scuola dell'Infanzia accepts children from age three, focusing on socialization and personal development through play. The Scuola Primaria covers linguistic, artistic, mathematical, scientific, and technological areas, while the three-year Scuola Secondaria di 1° Grado deepens these foundations to prepare students for future academic paths. Language instruction includes German and Italian, with English introduced in the 5th grade and French in the 6th grade.
Outcomes
The school prepares students for the Italian Licenza Media examinations. Additionally, pupils are prepared for German language certifications through the Goethe-Institut and various English language examinations.
Student support
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
Admissions for the 2026/2027 academic year are currently open. Interested families are encouraged to contact the school secretariat via telephone or email to receive detailed information regarding the application process.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus features a dedicated laboratory space equipped for manual and practical activities, as well as computers integrated into certain curricular lessons. Outdoor facilities include the "Bambinopoli," an expansive courtyard that houses a small football pitch and a designated play area.


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