Bilingual European School

What Bilingual European School does

Bilingual European School (BES), founded in 1999, operates as a private bilingual K-12 institution in Milan, Italy, and is the natural continuation of British American Pre-School (BAPS, founded 1987). Together, BAPS and BES deliver a continuous educational pathway from ages 2 to 18, beginning with full English immersion in preschool (following the British EYFS and Key Stage 1 curriculum) and progressing through bilingual primary (50% English / 50% Italian instruction integrating IB Primary Years Programme with the Italian MIUR curriculum), bilingual middle school, and a newly launched quadrennial high school offering a dual diploma — Italian Liceo Scientifico delle Scienze Applicate plus the Canadian Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) delivered via BAO's Brightspace platform.

The school's pedagogical model combines constructivist teaching methodology with proprietary Rosan Bosch-designed "Learning Landscapes" across two Milan campuses (Early Years & Primary at Via Val Cismon 9 with a 4,500+ sqm garden; Secondary School at Via Resegone 1A with 2,800 sqm of indoor space and specialized labs). It holds MIUR paritaria recognition, IBO PYP authorization, LEGO Education Innovation Studio (LEIS) accreditation, Project Zero (Harvard) accreditation, Eco-Schools Green Flag status, and a WWF partnership. BES is a member of the Globeducate network of 55+ international schools serving 31,000 students across 10 countries.

Revenue is generated primarily through annual tuition fees (not publicly disclosed) supplemented by Summer Camp (€300/week, with discounts for multi-week registrations), Extraclubs (after-school activities), Doposcuola (after-school care), and a Milan-wide School Bus service. Go-to-market is direct admissions: families engage via the website, Open Days, personalized campus visits, online information sessions, and a Stay & Learn trial program. Customer base is exclusively families seeking premium English-Italian bilingual education in Milan; pricing is mid-to-premium within the Milan private-school segment.

Name

Bilingual European School

Legal name

Bilingual European School

Website

https://beschool.eu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Bilingual European School is a private K-12 institution in Milan offering a continuous bilingual English-Italian pathway from ages 2 to 18 (BAPS preschool through BES primary, middle, and high school), integrating IB and Canadian OSSD curricula within the Globeducate network of 55+ international schools.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Bilingual K-12 Education Services

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Language Schools (611630)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351)

akta.pro primary industry

Language Immersion & Bilingual Private Schools (EDAJABAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Bilingual/Language-Immersion Preschools (EDACABAH), Bilingual & Language-Immersion Early Learning Academies (EDACADAG)

Keywords

• Bilingual education services
• K-12 international schooling
• Preschool primary education
• Secondary school programs
• Summer camp programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Milan

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and School Fees: Annual tuition fees for BAPS (British American Pre-School) and BES (Bilingual European School) covering educational programs from ages 2-18. Fee structure varies by program level. Selection based on prior experience, interview, and assessment.
2. Summer Camp Fees: Sport & Fun Summer Camp from June 15 to July 31, 2026 at Via Val Cismon 9, Milan. Weekly pricing at €300/child (€280 for BES/BAPS families), with 5% discount for 3+ weeks and 10% for 5+ weeks. Includes activities, lunch, and snacks.
3. After-School Care (Doposcuela): After-school care service for all ages with activities and homework support. Monday to Friday with two dismissal times: 17:00 and 18:00.
4. School Bus Service: Bus service with collection points throughout Milan city. Contact Admissions Office for route and pricing information.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Bilingual European School (BES), together with British American Pre-School (BAPS), delivers a continuous bilingual Italian-English educational pathway for students aged 2 to 18 in Milan. The school offers full English immersion preschool, bilingual primary and middle school (50% Italian / 50% English), and a quadrennial high school leading to a double diploma (Italian Liceo Scientifico delle Scienze Applicate and Canadian OSSD), supported by extracurricular clubs, summer camps, after-school care, and bus services.

Product overview

Bilingual European School offers a comprehensive educational pathway from ages 2 to 18, consisting of British American Pre-School (BAPS) for preschool (full English immersion, ages 2-6), BES Primary School (bilingual, ages 6-11), BES Middle School (bilingual, ages 11-14), and BES High School/Liceo (quadrennial bilingual high school, ages 14-18). The institution integrates Italian MIUR curriculum with International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) and offers Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Supporting services include Extraclubs (after-school activities), Summer Camp, Doposcuola (after-school care), and School Bus. The school is recognized by MIUR and is part of Globeducate network of international schools.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• British American Pre-School (BAPS) Full immersion English preschool for children aged 2-6, following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and Key Stage 1 of the British National Curriculum. Divided into Toddlers (2-3), Nursery (3-4), Transition (4-5), and Reception (5-6) classes. Designed for young children of families seeking native-level English exposure.
• BES Primary School Bilingual primary school for children aged 6-11 offering cognitive bilingualism through 50% English and 50% Italian instruction. Integrates the Italian MIUR national curriculum with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP). Recognized by MIUR as a paritaria school.
• BES Middle School Bilingual middle school (scuola secondaria di primo grado) for students aged 11-14 with 50% Italian and 50% English instruction, offering 15 hours of weekly English instruction. Integrates MIUR curriculum with PYP, introduces a third language (French or Spanish) from Year 6, and prepares students for prestigious secondary schools.
• BES High School / Liceo Quadrennial bilingual high school program for students aged 14-18 offering a double diploma pathway: the Italian Liceo Scientifico delle Scienze Applicate (recognized by MIUR) combined with the Canadian Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) delivered through the BAO Brightspace platform (Ontario Ministry inspected, BSID 669675). 33 hours weekly of in-person bilingual instruction at the Via Resegone 1A campus.
• Sport & Fun Summer Camp Bilingual Summer Camp offering sports, creativity, and outdoor activities led by native English-speaking staff, held annually at Via Val Cismon 9, Milan. Open to enrolled BES/BAPS families and external children ages 3-11. Includes lunch and snacks with weekly and multi-week pricing discounts.
• After-school (Doposcuola) After-school care service for all ages offering recreational activities and homework support, with two dismissal times (17:00 and 18:00) Monday to Friday.
• School Bus Service Bus service with collection points throughout Milan city. Route and pricing details available through the Admissions Office.

Quantifiable outcome

• Dual diploma pathway to Italian and Canadian university admission
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• GlobeducatecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBAPS and BES are proud members of Globeducate network - one of global leaders in international education. Network comprises 55+ bilingual and international schools across 10 countries serving 31,000 students. Provides exchange opportunities through international events including sports, music, art, and academic competitions. Mission alignment: 'We prepare each student to become a global citizen who can shape the world.'
• World Wildlife Fund (WWF)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFirst international school group to partner with WWF for education. WWF provides speakers, experts, and unique events. Close collaboration on teacher training for sustainability education. Joint commitment to UN Sustainable Development Goals through Globeducate Global Agenda.
• LEGO EducationcoreTechnology or IntegrationLEGO Education Innovation Studio (LEIS) accreditation. Robotics, coding, and STEM education from preschool through Year 8 using LEGO kits including More for Math, Story Visualiser, WeDo, Mindstorm (EV3). Program linked to technology curriculum with coding and robotics as essential skills for future professionals.
• Project Zero (Harvard Graduate School of Education)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProject Zero accredited school. Initiative from Harvard Graduate School of Education focusing on research about learning processes, thinking, and creativity. Commitment to developing enlightened educational systems preparing students for the world they will live, grow, and work in.
• International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIBO Primary Years Programme (PYP) authorized school. IBO founded 1968 in Geneva, non-profit educational organization serving over 1 million students in 146 countries. Fosters interculturality and mutual respect as essential part of 21st century multicultural life.
• Quanta VillageminorOthersSports facility partnership for physical education. From Year 4 to Year 8, sports activities conducted at Quanta Village. Activities include swimming, tennis, padel, roller hockey, beach volleyball, football, hip hop, baseball, and flag football. Private bus transportation provided.
• Rosan BoschmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLearning landscape design by Rosan Bosch. Outdoor spaces designed with educational function where nature contact stimulates play and learning. School surrounded by 4500+ sqm garden with distinct zones for different age groups.
• BAO (Bilingual Academy Online)coreTechnology or IntegrationOntario Ministry of Education inspected school (BSID 669675) providing OSSD curriculum. Students receive credits through Brightspace platform by BAO while attending in-person instruction at BES campus. Enables Canadian diploma pathway for Italian students.
• Soluzione ServiziminorOthersCatering services for school meals. Colorful kitchen following seasonal rhythms. Fresh fruits and vegetables, varied protein sources. Drastically reduced plastic use with waste sorting involving students and teachers. Special meals for children with dietary restrictions.
• SmartfoodieominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpecial food projects collaboration. Contributes to children's dietary care and nutrition education initiatives.
• Manga Climbing, Bicocca Stadium, BulwarkminorOthersAdditional sports facilities for physical education activities including climbing, stadium sports, and fitness training for secondary school students.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Swiss School Milan: Milan-based Swiss international school providing German/English instruction to multinational and expat families; comparable on premium fee tier, age range, and customer base to BES.
• Deutsche Schule Mailand: German international school in Milan offering German-language curriculum to a comparable expatriate family segment; a direct local competitor for premium international education in the same Milan catchment area.
• Canadian School of Milan: Milan-based international school following Canadian curriculum, similar to BES's OSSD pathway; directly comparable on language of instruction, customer segment, and dual-diploma-style positioning.
• The British School of Milan: Direct competitor located in Milan offering British curriculum instruction in English with international school programs for expatriate and Italian families; directly comparable on age range, fee tier, and customer base to BES.
• ICS Milan International School: Milan-based international school offering IB curriculum in English to a similar expat and affluent Italian family demographic; comparable on age range, instructional language model, and premium positioning.
• American School of Milan: Direct Milan peer delivering American/international curriculum in English to a similar dual-national and expatriate family base; competes for the same pool of families seeking English-medium instruction in Milan.

Regional players

• St. Stephen's School Rome: Rome-based American international school offering IB and US-style curriculum in English to a similar expatriate and globally mobile family base; serves a different Italian city but operates in the same premium international-school category.
• Marymount International School Rome: Rome-based Catholic international school offering IB curriculum in English to a similar globally mobile family base; serves a different Italian city but competes in the same premium English-medium international education category.
• H-FARM International School: International school located outside Venice offering IB-style bilingual programs in English and Italian; comparable on bilingual model and premium family segment but operates in a different Italian region.

Others

• Globeducate Group: Parent operating company and network of 55+ bilingual and international schools across 10 countries serving 31,000 students; BES is part of this network and benefits from its shared curriculum, exchange programs, and branding infrastructure.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks2 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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Investors

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M&A

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