Admissions Process

Admission step by step

We will be happy to get in touch, answer any questions and arrange a date for your visit to the school.

The perfect opportunity to discover ISB in person and meet the headmistress. In case this is not possible we could arrange a video call.

Families wishing to proceed with enrolment should send all the necessary documents.

We will get in touch to confirm class assignment by the headmaster and official admission to the school.

Age: ISB considers the year of birth of the student, as well as the number of years of school they have attended.

English Language Proficiency: As all learning and teaching takes place in English, ISB assesses English language proficiency to ensure appropriate grade allocation.

- In some cases placement may be under condition of additional support in EAL at the family’s expense.
- In MYP 1-3 students are expected to have an age-appropriate level of literacy and oral fluency in the English language (usually CEFR B1), from MYP 4 upwards usually CEFR B2.
- If a student is below the level, a personalised programme is set up, including tutoring at the expense of the family. Refer to ISB Language Policy.

Previous school records: Previous school records are consulted to help guide grade allocation. On occasions ISB may request to contact the previous school where school records are not available or where more information is required.

Placement tests: ISB also uses placement tests to assess Mathematics and English levels from PYP3 upwards. Italian placement tests may also be used.

Available spaces in the grade: If there is no space in the appropriate class, the student will be put on a waiting list and if appropriate a space in the grade below may be offered in the meantime.

Students are assigned to classes based on age and academic performance following an admissions meeting with the appropriate Head of School.

Please leave us a short summary of your request using this form and we will contact you as soon as possible.