Focus

Tolerance, respect and understanding

Day fees

$12,600–$25,000 

Pupils

985

Ages

3–18

Spear’s Review

Founded in 1958, St George’s British International School is the oldest British international school in Italy, and with close to 100 nationalities represented within the student body, the school is also one of the most international in the world. St George’s is a non-selective school and serves British, international and expatriate communities, giving priority to families who have relocated from overseas. It mixes the UK national curriculum with the IB diploma, with exam results that are on par with leading international schools across Europe.

The school prides itself on its comprehensive extracurricular programme, which includes team sports, music, drama, art and design. Pupils are encouraged to create and play an active role in student societies, ranging from ‘planet protectors’ and ‘waste warriors’ in the junior school to debate club in the senior school.

Academics

70 per cent of IGCSE results are grades 7–9. 

Average IB score is 36.

A-Levels have been reintroduced at the school for the 2025/2026 academic year.

School Profile

St George’s British International School, founded in 1958, is one of the leading and most academically successful British International Schools in Europe, with a rich history of providing a world-class education to expatriate and internationally minded families in one of the worldʼs most iconic cities.                 

Our vision is to be the best international school in Europe, where all learners discover their passion and purpose, developing the character, skills and confidence to make a difference in the world. Our mission is to ensure that all learners become the best version of themselves, in an environment of collaboration, respect and kindness. We focus on the inspirational teaching and holistic development of highly committed, aspirational and resilient learners. Everyone contributes to our happy and welcoming school community, where strong relationships and cooperation lead to exceptional learning.

Our founding values are internationalism, inclusivity and excellence. We are an internationally diverse community where differences are respected and celebrated. We are a welcoming community where all pupils, alumni, staff and parents are encouraged to thrive, feel safe and belong. We are a hugely ambitious community where all learners are challenged to strive for excellence in all that they do.

Our incredible pupils – uniquely in Rome – come from 100 different countries, and this infuses our school with vibrancy, inclusivity, tolerance, respect and support. Our highly qualified team of teachers includes many leading educationalists and experts in their field who inspire the pupils to genuinely be the best they can be. Our close links with the worldʼs highest performing and most aspirational universities ensure that our Georgians are filled with ambition and have the highest possible expectations for their future.

University and college destinations

 According to the school, more than 50 per cent of graduates typically opt to study at universities in the United Kingdom; in 2024, students matriculated at, among other schools, Cambridge, St Andrews, Exeter and Manchester. 

Head teacher

Principal Dr John Knight previously worked at the British School of Brussels for 17 years, including as deputy head teacher and head of secondary. He completed his doctorate in education with a focus on the emotional challenges for high-aspiring students in an international school setting. He has gained the NPQH, a master’s in education and has been made a fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching. 

Admissions

The school accepts applications year-round, and they are processed on a rolling basis. Before an offer of a place is made, the school will review the pupil’s application form and most recent school reports; students are also invited to attend an interview. Older students will sit an assessment. 

Accessibility

Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport: 30 minutes

Location

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