La Scuola International School

Nothing without joy! Niente senza gioia!

At La Scuola International School, we believe our complex, interconnected society demands a new model of education that opens minds, expands hearts, and fills our spirits with joy.

Our curiosity-first environment blends grounded academics, exuberant exploration, and multilingual expression to best prepare students for our ever-changing world. We teach in this distinctive way because we know the real measure of success is a proven ability to meet change as a change-maker.

That's La Scuola, where boundless learning leads.

Here, we use the critical thinking and connectivity of the International Baccalaureate Program to open our minds — the only accredited Primary Years and Middle Years Program in San Francisco. The Reggio Emilia Approach is our heart, encouraging the care and expressiveness that leads to lifelong joy. And Italian language immersion spirits us into a wider, more wonderful world. By building on these uniquely integrated frameworks, we create space for boundless learning and eagerly meet the world as it actually is.

We also create a one-of-a-kind educational model that fosters graduates who transcend disciplines, navigate between cultures, and communicate in multiple languages.

Studies show that learning to speak multiple languages effectively increases your academic potential and boosts your chances of lifelong happiness. That benefit should be available to everyone, which is why students can begin Italian in Preschool and Kindergarten to grade 5, as well as Spanish in grade 4. We evaluate students applying to other grades on a case-by-case basis.

In 2026–27, La Scuola International School San Francisco will be enrolling students in Preschool, Elementary, and Middle School, and La Scuola International School Silicon Valley will be enrolling students in Preschool, Kindergarten, and Grades 1-4.

Admissions Season Key Dates

• The Admissions season for entry in Fall 2027 will start on August 17, 2026; on this day, you will have access to event registrations and the application form in Ravenna.
• Applications are due by January 15, 2027.

Open Houses

Join us for a fun, family-friendly introduction to La Scuola, where prospective families can explore hands-on classroom activities led by our faculty, hear from our Student & Alumni Panel, and enjoy a performance by our Ambassador Ensemble.

• San Francisco Preschool Open House
  Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 9:00 am – 11:00 am
  San Francisco Preschool Dogpatch Campus
• San Francisco K–8 Open House
  Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
  San Francisco K–8 Mission Campus
• Silicon Valley Preschool - Elementary Open House
  Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
  Silicon Valley Campus

Campus Tours & Info Sessions

In-person tours and info sessions are offered regularly at all the campuses:

• San Francisco Preschool Dogpatch Campus: offered weekly on Wednesday mornings from September to March.
• San Francisco K–8 Mission Campus: offered regularly from September to early January; they include a Student Q&A Panel.
• Silicon Valley PreK–Elementary Campus: offered from September to March; alternating Tuesday morning, afternoon, and Saturday morning.

Please note, these are adult-only events.

Virtual Window In Series

To help you get to know our unique pedagogy, at the intersection of the Reggio Emilia Approach, International Baccalaureate, and Language Immersion, plus our intentional Math, Science, and Technology curriculum, we're offering four virtual sessions to meet leaders and specialists from our team. Check out the dates below and register via Ravenna to receive the Zoom details.

• Window In: Reggio Emilia Approach
  Friday, October 2, 2026 | 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm
• Window In: Math, Science & Technology
  Friday, November 13, 2026 | 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm
• Window In: International Baccalaureate Program
  Friday, December 4, 2026 | 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm
• Window In: Multilingualism and Language Immersion
  Friday, January 8, 2027 | 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm