International School of Ticino

International School of Ticino is the only school in the region offering the full International Baccalaureate continuum from Primary Years Program through Diploma Program. The school serves ages 3 to 19 across multiple sites in Lugano and surrounding areas, providing an English-language education grounded in IB philosophy for families relocating to the Italian-speaking region.

The school works well for expat families committed to the IB curriculum and staying through secondary education. It's particularly strong for those who've experienced IB elsewhere and want continuity, or families prioritizing English-medium instruction in a smaller, more personal school environment than the larger German and French-speaking hubs.