The British School of Milan - Sir James Henderson

Since 2024, Simon Lockyer BSc MEd. Previously headmaster for nine years at The Royal Hospital School in Suffolk. In his first overseas headship, he finds inspiration in the eloquence and energy of the students, and enjoys the interesting mix of

For entry from year 7 onwards, students required to complete an English test. Maths test only after acceptance, to assess the student’s current level. Year 10 applicants face an assessment day in October due to the high volume of interest at this

Years 7 to 13 use the Unifrog platform to support careers education and university applications. Director of sixth form and two assistants also offer personalised counselling, talks and presentations.

In 2025, 90 per cent of students gained the

In 2025, at IGCSE, 67 per cent A*/A (9-7) and 99 per cent A*-C. Forty per cent of all results awarded top grade 9. Four students gained perfect scores across all subjects (10x grade 9), nine students (15 per cent of the year group) achieved all 9s

One of the hallmarks of teaching at the school is the longevity and dedication of the staff. The senior school head has been with the school for 19 years, while the head of primary has been there for 10. This stability of staff ‘means teachers can

School can support students with mild and moderate SEND with a learning support department. Classroom support, small-group teaching and individual one-to-one sessions at lunchtime or after school with SEND head.

English proficiency support through EAL programme offered for all years. After school Italian classes offered at all levels complement Italian language classes offered in the curriculum. Pupils from year 2 to year 9 can choose to take additional

Music is more than just a subject at BSM; it’s an intrinsic part of the school’s identity and to say that the school punches above its weight musically would be an understatement. With over 300 individual music lessons taking place each week and an

The school makes excellent use of facilities located a short 15-minute walk away with spaces for volleyball, football, padel, track and field, rugby, badminton, trampolining and even fencing. An indoor sports hall on campus is used for early years

Teaching the art of mindfulness starts young with children from nursery to year 6 learning to manage their emotions and pay attention to the present moment.

Assemblies are held in small groups - years 1 and 2, 3 and 4 together, and 5 and 6, and in

Attracts families from all over the world, creating a welcoming and tightly-knit community. For many international parents, this social aspect is just as important as the academics. One parent, fluent in the language, with an Italian partner, shared

The governance is an association so the school is ultimately owned by the parents. The board of governors comprises professionals and parents with a wide range of expertise. School fees are a competitive price for Milan but it’s the not-for-profit

The British School of Milan combines a traditional British ethos with a distinctive Italian flair. It’s a school that champions creativity in all its forms - intellectual, imaginative and aesthetic - while fostering a culture of excellence. With a