A Record-Breaking Start to the New School Year

The 2025–2026 academic year has begun with a milestone worth celebrating: for the first time in its history, our school has surpassed 1,200 enrolled students across our three campuses in Venice, Vicenza and Rosà. This growth reflects not only the trust of families but also the strength of a vision that continues to innovate and inspire.

A Growing Community Across Campuses

The Venice campus remains the beating heart of the project, welcoming 727 students, representing an impressive 9.8% increase over last year. The boarding community, in particular, is thriving: 205 students now live on campus, up from 134 the previous year, confirming the appeal of an international residential school experience.

Vicenza also continues to grow, with 310 students enrolled (a 3.7% increase), while Rosà has maintained its steady community of 190 students, proudly carrying forward a high-quality bilingual curriculum rooted in Cambridge International standards.

As Director General Antonello Barbaro reminds us:
“The global community we live in highlights every day the importance of an international, tolerant and inclusive education. The changes driven by technology and the complexity of today’s world require a new kind of preparation—one that goes beyond knowledge, empowering students with the skills to play an active role in shaping society.”

New Programs to Nurture Talent

This year, innovation takes centre stage with three new initiatives at the Venice campus:

• Euler Program: for students with strong STEM talent, offering advanced learning opportunities and scholarships to reward merit and support excellence.
• Flexible Curriculum for Student-Athletes: designed to help young athletes balance sports and studies through personalised schedules and learning paths.
• H-FARM Sport Academy: a unique program that combines academics and sports, developed in partnership with Mahd Academy (Saudi Arabia), Game Above Ltd (Spain) and young Ukrainian footballers, creating an environment where passion for football meets international education.

A Truly Global School

With more than 53 nationalities represented, our community reflects the richness and diversity of today’s world. Students come from Japan, the United States, Germany, Brazil and the United Arab Emirates, alongside new arrivals this year from Belarus, Taiwan, Mexico, Kenya and Hong Kong.

Inclusivity is not just a principle but a reality: the student population is balanced, with 51.4% male and 48.6% female students.

Artificial Intelligence Enters the Classroom

One of the most exciting new developments this year is the integration of artificial intelligence into the curriculum at every grade level. Lessons are adapted to different ages, helping students build awareness, critical thinking and practical skills around a technology that is already shaping the future.

Outstanding Academic Results

H-FARM International Schools continue to stand out in the IB Diploma Programme. This year, our students achieved an average score of 31, above the global benchmark, with a 90% pass rate. Four students scored over 40 points, a level reached by only 4% of IB candidates worldwide, with the highest mark being an impressive 42 out of 45.

Looking Ahead

Growth, innovation and an international outlook remain the pillars of our educational ecosystem. At H-FARM International Schools, every student is supported in developing their academic, athletic and creative talents, preparing to become active citizens ready to navigate and shape an ever-changing world.