Villa Grimani International School

Founded in 1998, the school is built on the principles of European culture and the use of native English-speaking teachers. It emphasizes an open-minded approach to education, aiming to form students through the discovery of international perspectives. The school maintains a professional approach to teaching, even within the playful methodology used in the Early Years center.

The school offers programmes for the Early Years (including pre-nursery and Nursery 1 and 2), Primary School, and Middle School (Scuola secondaria di I grado). The Early Years programme is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, utilizing seven areas of learning presented through structured and free play, hands-on activities, songs, and stories. All activities in the Early Years are conducted by native English-speaking teachers with a staff-to-child ratio of 1:10 (1:6 for pre-nursery).

The school aims to provide an excellent education within a happy, open-minded environment, using English as a primary tool for international communication. It seeks to foster a deep understanding of European and international culture, serving as a foundation for a broader and more complete knowledge of the world.

The school provides individualized support lessons for students who enter with insufficient language skills. The staff monitors student progress throughout the year, providing evaluation documents at the end of each term.

Enrollment is possible at any time during the school year, provided there are places available. Prospective students from Italian, foreign, or international schools undergo a language assessment test and one or more meetings with staff to determine the appropriate placement. Students entering with insufficient language skills are provided with individualized support lessons. Admission is subject to availability, with the exception of foreign students who are accepted even if classes are at capacity. Parents must schedule an orientation appointment and submit formal admission forms through the school office, with enrollment finalized upon payment of the registration fee.

The school operates throughout the academic year, with enrollment possible at any time. The daily schedule for the Early Years center typically runs from 08:00 to 15:55, including arrival, structured and free-play sessions, lunch, and rest periods. Parents are invited to visit the school by appointment through the office.

Located in a historic villa on the Riviera del Brenta, the campus features green spaces, including a garden with a tricycle area and a climbing frame for Nursery classes, and a separate garden for the pre-nursery. The Early Years center includes a spacious, bright main hall divided into activity zones, an art and creative area, and dedicated spaces for reading, dining, and resting. The school utilizes technology such as interactive whiteboards (LIM) in the classroom.

The school offers a Summer Camp and various extracurricular services. Students participate in weekly gymnastics and music lessons. Additionally, the school organizes educational trips and celebrations for international holidays and traditions. A language laboratory provides courses in English, German, Spanish, and Italian.