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Grade 7: trip to Florence

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:43:30 GMT

Our Grade 7 students recently travelled to Florence for an immersive cultural trip. Visits to the Uffizi Gallery, the Duomo and the Accademia brought Renaissance art and history to life, while time spent in the Boboli Gardens offered a quieter opportunity to explore the relationship between landscape, architecture and outdoor space.

Grade 6 Trip to Paris

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:04:28 GMT

Our Grade 6 students embarked on an unforgettable journey to Paris, exploring world-renowned museums, iconic landmarks, and the city’s rich cultural heritage. From admiring masterpieces at the Louvre and Musée d’Orsay to reflecting on the Eiffel Tower’s nightly glow, they engaged with history, art, and architecture in a meaningful way.

The Future of Heart Care: Insights from AI

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:04:56 GMT

At CSM, we had the pleasure of hosting Professor Pontone, who shared fascinating insights on how Artificial Intelligence is transforming cardiology. He explained how AI can analyse exams such as electrocardiograms and, in some cases, outperform cardiologists in detecting conditions that could lead to heart attacks or structural heart disease.

Grade 5 Builds Moving Satellites

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:03:28 GMT

This week, our students took learning to new heights during their STEM lesson, diving into the fascinating world of satellites and space exploration. They discovered how satellites orbit the Earth and learnt the story of Laika, the first animal to journey into space.

International Week: Celebrating Global Unity and Diversity

Wed, 8 May 2024 09:57:21 GMT

In a celebration of global unity and cultural diversity, our Primary School recently concluded it's annual International Week. Students went on an enriching journey across continents, exploring cultures, traditions, and landscapes.

Model United Nations New York Field Trip

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 13:47:24 GMT

This past week marked our first field trip to the United States of America in CSM history! Throughout the course of this week, students worked with other students from countries such as Canada, the United States of America, the United Kingdom, China, Singapore, Australia and India to debate and discuss a range of issues including access to education, healthcare and child labour laws.

Reflecting on Black History Month

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 13:50:24 GMT

Empowering Insights: Reflecting on Black History Month with Guest Speaker Ms. Blue and Student Leader Martine.

To conclude Black History Month, Middle and High School students had the privilege and pleasure of listening to and meeting guest speaker Ms. Blue who visited both the Canadian School of Milan Gioia and Vivaio campuses all the way from the United States of America!

Maple Leaf Gazette

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 10:52:55 GMT

We are pleased to present the CSM Student Newspaper.

Duke of Edinburgh Inaugural Hike

Thu, 8 Feb 2024 11:26:15 GMT

Last weekend our high school students embarked on our inaugural Duke of Edinburgh (DoE) hike and expedition. With participants from Grades 10 and 11, alongside members of staff and students from the American School of Milan, we set out on a memorable journey along the river of Bereguardo.

Inauguration of Vivaio Campus

Thu, 1 Feb 2024 09:57:09 GMT

The Canadian School of Milan proudly unveiled its new campus in a special inauguration event held yesterday, extending a warm welcome to all visitors. Notable guests, including the President of Municipality 1, Mattia Abdu, and the Scientific Director of the Institute for the Blind, Franco Lisi, were thanked for their presence at the occasion.

First Day at the Vivaio Campus

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 12:20:45 GMT

Today was an exciting morning as CSM welcomed our High School students to our new campus location for the first time.

Anti-Bullying Week with Cassidy Swinger

Sun, 1 Jun 2025 15:35:40 GMT

CSM had the pleasure of hosting Ms. Cassidy Swinger as a guest speaker for our Senior School students on Thursday, November 16, in honour of Anti-Bullying Week.

The Permission to Dream

Fri, 19 May 2023 15:21:50 GMT

This morning, our Upper School division was honoured to have the opportunity to listen, learn and be inspired by Chris Gardner, CEO of HappYness, followed by a signing of his new book “The Permission to Dream”.

Arts Festival

Wed, 17 May 2023 13:53:29 GMT

Yesterday afternoon, we held our first Arts Festival, a school-wide celebration of the arts featuring performances in theatre and music, as well as a visual art exhibition by our middle and high school students.

Checking In With Our Graduates

Thu, 4 May 2023 12:46:42 GMT

It's always so nice to hear from our graduates! Below you can read about what they have been up to since graduating from CSM.

Medcup 2023

Tue, 2 May 2023 14:41:39 GMT

This weekend, our Under-14 girls and boys soccer teams competed at the Mediterranean Cup (https://mediterraneancup.org/) which was held in Verona.

Book Week: Brining the magical worlds we read about to life

Tue, 2 May 2023 12:27:49 GMT

This week, CSM has been celebrating the joys of reading for Book Week. The students and teachers alike brought the magical worlds they read about to life by dressing up like their favourite book characters. We also had a great turn out for volunteer mystery readers and Upper School students who shared their best-loved stories with the younger classes.

Good Luck Grade 12s!

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 09:53:31 GMT

On Wednesday, the Grade 12 class received their much awaited Grad Hoodie! The hoodies will keep them cozy during their study leave next week in preparation for their IB exams which begin at the end of April.

You're the One That I Want

Tue, 4 Apr 2023 13:05:37 GMT

Last night, an audience of over 300 people enjoyed two performances of “Grease” performed by an amazing cast from our Upper School.

CSM Now Offering the Duke of Edinburgh's Award Programme

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 13:01:22 GMT

We are very pleased to announce that starting in September 2023, CSM will be offering the Duke of Edinburgh's Award programme for our Upper School students.

Combining Math and Music Technology

Fri, 26 May 2023 14:10:09 GMT

In honour of Pi Day, our Grade 6 students took on the challenge of participating in ThinkMaths Pi Day Competition in which students represent π in any exciting way they choose (anything from making artwork to writing a piece of music or a poem).

Sensory Tactile Laboratory

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 14:17:03 GMT

This week our Early Learning classes went on a field trip to I Pini di Aquilino where they were able to experience contact with nature with all five senses.

Creating a Balanced Meal

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 15:35:16 GMT

In their health programme our Grade 1 students have been learning about food groups and how to create a balanced meal.

CSM MUN Delegates 2023

Fri, 3 Mar 2023 13:34:09 GMT

In the recent Model United Nations (MUN) conference in Rome, 6 CSM students had the privilege to become, for three days, delegates of UN member states, engaged in meetings with peers form schools worldwide, to research, debate, and resolve real word global issues and crises.

CSM Lombardia Cup

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 08:46:12 GMT

Last Wednesday, some of the Grade 6 and 7 girls and boys took part in the inaugural "CSM Lombardia Cup". It is the first sports tournament that CSM has hosted, and it was great to make connections with other international schools from around Lombardia who were all delighted to take part. It was also a rarity to have both a boys and girls competition taking part at the same event.

Urbanization and Green Urban Planning

Fri, 3 Feb 2023 13:23:38 GMT

In an informative and interactive lecture on 26 January, Andrea Bulloni, a respected green architect in the architectural domain, engaged classes with perspectives about urbanization, green urban planning, urban regeneration and transformation. It provided the classes with valuable knowledge and perspective from a professional about urbanization and architecture that can further invigorate and reinforce their knowledge.

Surgeons in Action

Mon, 6 Feb 2023 08:37:26 GMT

After studying heart anatomy this term, the Grade 12 Biology students wrapped up their learning with a unique final assignment: dissecting a real pig’s heart.

Swimming and Skating

Tue, 7 Feb 2023 10:20:27 GMT

Our Early Learning students (Nursery and PreK) have really been enjoying their swimming classes at Piscina Colonna.

CSM's High School Musical

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 16:03:41 GMT

On Tuesday evening, an audience of over 250 people enjoyed a dazzling production of High School Musical, performed by a very talented group of our Upper School students.

Kicking Off Girls Soccer at CSM!

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 10:47:04 GMT

Thursday night saw CSM's girl's soccer program kick off with a bang!

Thanks!

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 14:26:29 GMT

We have so much to be thankful for! At CSM the wellbeing of our students is incorporated throughout the curriculum for all grades, and we believe it is the foundation for intellectual, physical, and social and emotional growth.

100% Pass Rate

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 15:15:29 GMT

We are proud to announce that once again CSM has a 100% pass rate for both the 2021 Quinta Elementare and Terza Media exams.

Meet our Graduates

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 14:16:31 GMT

We are proud to introduce our very first Grade 12 IB Graduating Class. Through their hard work, resilience and dedication, our students have contributed to an important CSM milestone. Our graduates have been accepted by top 100 universities around the world. Click here to find out more about their IB results and university acceptance offers.
We cannot wait to see where your journey to success will take you!

We asked our students questions to look back at their time at CSM and look forward to the future.....

2021 IB Diploma Programme Results

Tue, 6 Jul 2021 09:59:56 GMT

We are proud to announce our first ever IB Diploma Programme results from our graduating class!

Global Goals

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 08:54:20 GMT

CSM has incorporated the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (or SDGs) in the curriculum to engage and encourage students to prioritise these important issues not only in school, but also in their lifestyle and behaviours. These SDGs, which were agreed upon in 2015 by world leaders, include ending poverty and addressing climate change and inequality.

Learning From a Mesocosm

Thu, 8 Oct 2020 10:07:32 GMT

Bringing the Outside Environment Into the Classroom

Terry Fox Run

Thu, 1 Oct 2020 09:24:39 GMT

On a bright and sunny Tuesday this week the Lower School participated in the Terry fox walk.

Have a Great Summer!

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 17:02:42 GMT

It is fair to say that this school year has been unusual and full of surprises.
We are very proud of our students for adapting to virtual learning with such a positive energy!
On the last day of school, our Lower School teachers and Principal surprised students with a special video to wish them a happy summer. Take a look here.

Speaking to Children About the Coronavirus

Mon, 6 Apr 2020 13:51:18 GMT

Children are bombarded with images from the news and social media about the impact the Coronavirus has been having on the world. It is absolutely understandable if children are feeling anxious, scared and confused.

CSM and E-Safety

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 10:58:54 GMT

Our students are growing up in a consistently developing digital society and here at CSM we believe that educating both Lower and Upper school students to be responsible digital citizens is extremely important.

Classes Continue!

Fri, 6 Mar 2020 10:14:14 GMT

As we come to the end of the second week of school closures, CSM’s priority remains to be the safety and continued education of our students.

Being Part of the Community

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 09:34:28 GMT

This week our Pre-K class learnt about what it means to be part of a community and who the people are in our neighbourhood.

Dis Moi Dix Mots - au fil de l'eau

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 13:52:01 GMT

Our Grade 4 and 5 classes are taking part in the “Dis moi dix mots" contest for the third year in a row.

CSM Annual Pancake Breakfast

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 14:50:01 GMT

Once again we had an amazing turnout for our Annual Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser held on Friday February 14^th.

It Is Easy Being Green

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 14:01:08 GMT

At CSM we believe in instilling civic responsibility in our students from the very start of their education to help them grow up to be conscientious members of the community. This month our lower school has been busy learning about recycling and how to be more eco-friendly.

Conversations with Lucia Rizzi: The Home-School Connection

Fri, 7 Feb 2020 14:00:20 GMT

On February 6^th, we had a great turn-out for Ms. Rizzi’s talk with CSM parents regarding the important link between home and school. She provided tools for parents to help their children to excel in school as well as to set them on the right track to becoming responsible and accountable young adults.

CSM is now an MYB authorised school!

Fri, 7 Feb 2020 12:41:32 GMT

Exciting News!

After just one year from obtaining the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP) accreditation, we are pleased to announce that the Canadian School of Milan is now also officially authorised to offer the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP).

We are delighted to formally offer this 5-year programme for our Grades 6 to 10 students, vitally important in helping children develop all the required skills to become a successful human being and global citizen, as well as to help them prepare for their continued studies in the Diploma Programme at CSM.

A. Salvadori
Director

CSM is now an IB World School!

Wed, 5 Feb 2020 14:22:59 GMT

We are thrilled to announce that CSM is now officially an authorized IB World School to offer the IB Diploma Programme beginning September 2019!