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Via San Giovanni Decollato, 1, 01100 Viterbo, Italy. The school is located in Viterbo. Visits are organized by appointment.

Early Childhood: From 2 to 6 years old; Primary School: From 6 to 11 years old; Middle School: From 11 to 14 years old.

International school

Uniform is compulsory for all pupils. The uniform with the school logo can be purchased online and includes polo shirts, t-shirts, sweatshirts, cardigans and waistcoats; undergarments should be white, blue or gray. Nursery and Reception require a named change bag; clothes must be labeled with the pupil's name, and winter layering is advised.

St. Thomas's provides a daily hot lunch via a catering service; nursery snacks are provided in the morning and afternoon. Primary pupils also receive a hot lunch, with lunch times at 12:30 for Grades 1–3 and 1:00 for Grades 4–5. Pupils may bring lunch from home under a healthy-food policy (no chocolate bars, crisps, or fizzy drinks); special diets can be accommodated with medical certificates.

The school is governed by My School srl.

The school offers three learning stages: Early Childhood, Primary School and Middle School. Early Childhood follows the Reggio Emilia approach with three classes taught by mother tongue or bilingual English teachers; four units of inquiry per class support child-led, inquiry-driven learning and Atelier sessions focus on music and art. Primary School has five grade levels; each grade has a mother tongue English-speaking homeroom teacher and covers six units of inquiry plus English, mathematics, science and social studies; Italian mathematics classes strengthen the mathematics program; specialist teachers deliver Italian, music, visual art, drama and physical education. Learning in Primary is inquiry-driven, balancing inquiry with explicit instruction; five core skill areas—research, thinking, communication, social, and self-management—are developed; the program is conceptually framed around macro concepts and is transdisciplinary, with active parent involvement. Middle School has three grades (6–8) and follows the Italian state Middle School curriculum, with students completing public examinations; additional English hours mean most subjects are taught in English (including History, Geography, Science, PE, Music and Visual Arts); Grades 7–8 may study Cambridge English examinations at B1–C1; Spanish is an additional language; subjects include English, Italian, Mathematics, Geometry, Science, STEM, History, Geography, Technology, Technical Drawing, Music, Visual Art, Art History, Physical Education and Spanish; the curriculum includes interdisciplinary projects twice yearly.

The school emphasizes the social and emotional wellbeing of students and adults.

The inclusion class accommodates pupils with certified or subsequently identified special needs, assessed on a case-by-case basis.

The main language of instruction is English, and all students receive Italian language lessons; English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided, and Jessica Saporito is the EAL Coordinator.

The wellbeing of students and adults is supported with an explicit emphasis on social and emotional wellbeing within the school community.

Safeguarding is addressed through a Code of Conduct in which every member has the right to feel secure, be treated with respect and dignity.

1. Interested families must contact the administration to request the necessary documentation for admission. The administration will provide the required materials for admission. You should review the documents and prepare them for submission. This step initiates the admissions process.

2. Parents must send the material required for admission. The administration will acknowledge receipt of the documents. The submitted materials complete the initial admissions file. After submission, the school will proceed to the next step.

3. The administration, once the documentation has been received, will contact the parents to arrange an introductory appointment. The introductory appointment provides an opportunity to meet with school staff and discuss the program. The scheduling and details are arranged by the administration. This step moves the process toward formal evaluation.

4. Following the meetings at the school the school will reply in writing to the family communicating the acceptance or rejection of the application. The written decision confirms whether admission is approved. The family should review the terms and any next steps outlined in the letter. The outcome is communicated in writing.

5. In case of acceptance, the family, within 15 days of receiving approval, will enroll by paying the fee and completing the paper or digital form. Enrollment requires payment of the enrollment fee and submission of the required form. The 15-day deadline ensures timely processing and placement. The school confirms enrollment status after completion.

6. Students wishing to enroll in classes of primary school or higher may be required to take a test and/or interview in order to determine the level of didactic knowledge and proficiency in the English language. The test or interview serves to determine the level of academic knowledge and English proficiency. Results can influence placement in the program. The test/interview is part of the admission assessment.