Upper Secondary International School

Cambridge ICE Certificate + IBDP

The international high school in the heart of Turin offering both the International Certificate of Education (ICE) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).

Both academic programmes are taught entirely in English, and the final qualification is recognized worldwide as one of the most prestigious university entrance diplomas.

The programme

Liceo Vittoria offers a four-year English-language curriculum divided into two consecutive two-year cycles: the Cambridge ICE Programme (Grades 9–10), with seven IGCSE courses, and the IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11–12), officially recognized by the Italian Ministry of Education as equivalent to the Italian high school diploma.

The integration of these two internationally renowned programmes is a hallmark of our school, ensuring a comprehensive and high-level education.

All subjects are taught in English, with Italian, French, or Spanish as additional languages. A strong focus on Italian language and culture makes our school an inclusive and authentically international environment, combining humanistic roots with a global outlook.

The academic curriculum is enriched by afternoon projects and co-curricular activities—including theatre, technology and artificial intelligence, creative writing, MUNER, the Duke of Edinburgh Award, language stays, and volunteering experiences—which foster transversal skills and personal growth.

Cambridge ICE Programme and IGCSE Certificates

Liceo Vittoria is the only school in Turin authorized to offer the Cambridge ICE Diploma, which includes the complete set of IGCSE certificates. The Upper Secondary School provides an integrated, English-taught curriculum designed to establish a strong foundation for the subsequent IB Diploma Programme.

Students can choose between two study paths—Linguistic or Scientific—each comprising seven subjects.

In addition to Cambridge courses, all students take Italian Language, which follows the Italian national curriculum for native speakers or is offered as Italian as a Second Language (L2) for international students.

All ICE students also attend critical thinking and soft skills development courses and workshops, essential for completing the ICE pathway and progressing to the IBDP.

Our Cambridge ICE programme

The IBDP (International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme)

The IBDP is a two-year pre-university course corresponding to the final two years of the international 12-year education system (Grades 11–12), equivalent to the fourth and fifth years of Italian high school. The programme is authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO), and the diploma awarded is recognized worldwide and equivalent to the Italian “Maturità” by the Ministry of Education.

The IBDP is highly regarded for its breadth and academic rigor, promoting research, critical thinking, time management, and interpersonal skills. Unlike traditional high schools, it adopts a pre-academic, inquiry-based approach, laying strong foundations for university success.

At Vittoria, students may choose between a Scientific or Linguistic track within the IBDP framework.

Our IB Diploma Programme

Language certifications

Students earn internationally recognized language certifications in all the languages studied, valid for both academic and professional purposes. Preparation takes place during regular classes and through afternoon extracurricular courses focused on language enhancement.

Exams offered include Cambridge English (PET, FCE, CAE, Proficiency, IELTS), DELE for Spanish, DELF for French, and CILS for Italian as a foreign language, with levels ranging from beginner to advanced depending on the student’s curriculum.

University guidance

The school assists students in identifying their ideal university pathway through a comprehensive Career Guidance programme that includes seminars, university fairs, entrance exam preparation (SAT, TOLC, etc.), and personalized tutoring and counselling for both students and parents.

Graduates pursue degrees in a variety of fields, including medicine, economics, law, design, and tourism. Over 60% choose to study abroad—in Europe, the UK, the United States, or Canada—while others enroll in international programmes at Italian universities such as Bocconi, LUISS, San Raffaele, and ESCP.

Our alumni have been admitted to prestigious institutions including Oxford, Cambridge, LSE, UCL, Warwick, Edinburgh, and New York University.

Why choose Vittoria Upper Secondary International School

Combination of best international programmes

In our 40 years of experience in education, research and experimentation, we have explored many international education systems. To build our Upper Secondary programme, we combined the Cambridge ICE - IGCSE programme with the IB Diploma Programme.

Customised study addresses

In the first two years of our Upper Secondary International School, Cambridge ICE, it is possible to choose between two study paths: linguistic and scientific.

The following two-year period, IBDP - International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, is developed on three alternative paths, in order to better finalise the subsequent university choice: linguistic, scientific and humanities

English proficiency and world view

Our students achieve high fluency in language by studying all subjects in English over a four-year period. They also have the unique opportunity to engage with other international young people. Living, studying and working anywhere in the world promptly becomes second nature to them.

Appreciation for Italian culture

Our international school leverages the solid organisation of an Italian high school to provide our native Italian-speaking students with a strong foundation of culture in their own language. At the same time, we lead our foreign students to value Italian culture while teaching Italian as a foreign language.

Practical and innovative teaching methods

We implement a nontraditional teaching approach that is both collaborative and engaging. We support learning with welcoming environments and well-equipped laboratories.

Reduced class sizes and qualified native or bilingual teachers

This ideal type of learning environment enables students to become active participants in their own education, fully immersing them in an international setting focused on individual and collective growth.

An approachable school coordinator

The school coordinator helps students choose the best combination of subjects while guiding them through university admissions and encouraging new educational experiences. The coordinator also supports parents and fosters collaboration among faculty.

ICT and the use of technology

Now more than ever, it is essential for students to have an in-depth knowledge of the technological tools at their disposal and know how to use them correctly. For this reason, ICT courses are offered starting in primary school and continue throughout the IGCSE syllabus. Technology also plays a fundamental role during lessons in other class subjects. We firmly believe that technology should support traditional activities without replacing them. To this day, hands-on activities and traditional textbooks have remained a cornerstone of teaching and learning in our classrooms, and various multimedia tools serve only to support study and class activities.

In-depth study of at least one second foreign language

In addition to English and Italian, students can choose to study another language. Both French and Spanish are offered, with the goal being to obtain a level of B2 First certificate in the language.

Internships and summer courses

We encourage students to use their extracurricular time to explore their interests through various internships and summer courses when school is not in session for normal lessons.

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