Monday 18 August 2008
The School Bell Tolls
It's that time of year for parents: buying new books and bags and preparing the kids to go "back to school". For some there'll be the excitement and fear of going to school for the very first time, others will perhaps be starting at a new school, maybe even in a new country! With all of this activity, it will be easier if you know what to expect from the school year ahead.
the basics of back to school
AngloINFO has a comprehensive INFOrmation Page on Schooling in Italy. It explains everything you need to know, from the workings of the education system to Special Needs education to what documents you need in order to register your child for school.
In the Education & Training category of The AngloFILE directory of English-speaking businesses, you'll find all the local international and English-language schools, along with after-school support and education resources for parents of children of all ages.
To help you plan the year ahead, you can refer to the page School Holidays in Lombardy for the state vacation days. Be aware that private schools may follow a slightly different calendar.
It can be stressful period, so make sure you have the information you need to make the process as easy as possible. And if you have any questions for other anglophone parents living locally, why not ask them on the Families & Kids Discussion Forum?
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