The UK curriculum, taught live to families in Italy
Oxford Online School delivers live, teacher-led British education to students aged 8 to 18 living in Italy. Children study the UK curriculum with small classes, specialist teachers and a structured school day, from home in any part of the country.
A structured British school, based in Oxford
We are a fully online British school based in Oxford. Students follow a timetabled day of live lessons with qualified teachers and progress through the British curriculum towards recognised qualifications. We support British and international families across Italy who want continuity with the UK system or a clear academic route for their children.
What makes the difference for families in Italy
A proper school day, delivered online
Students attend scheduled live lessons across the UK school week, each taught by a subject specialist. The timetable gives them a steady routine and clear progress through the curriculum, with full participation and feedback in every lesson. From Year 10, recordings are available so older students can go back over topics while revising.
How the school day lines up in Italy
Italy is on Central European Time, an hour ahead of the UK in winter and two hours ahead in summer. Because lessons follow UK hours, the school day runs from mid-morning to late afternoon for students in Italy, sitting comfortably alongside daily routines. Download the time zone guide for a full picture of how the timetable maps to local time.
For British and international families in Italy
Oxford Online School suits British expat families in Italy who want to keep their children on the UK curriculum, international families preparing for GCSEs, A Levels or UK university entry, and families who move between countries and need an education that stays stable. If this fits your situation, the admissions team can help you decide.
The full curriculum, Year 4 upwards
Oxford Online School teaches from Year 4 through to Year 13. Whether your child is in primary, sitting GCSEs or working towards A Levels, each stage has a structured programme delivered by subject specialists.
What to know about home education in Italy
Home education, known in Italy as istruzione parentale, is legally recognised. Families declare their intention to the local school authority (dirigente scolastico) each year, and children sit an annual exam at a recognised school to show their learning meets national standards. Oxford Online School can provide the structure and records that support this, though families remain responsible for the Italian notification and exams. We recommend confirming the current requirements before enrolling, and our admissions team is happy to help.
Take the first step
Our admissions team can answer your questions about studying from Italy, explain how the school week works and help you decide whether Oxford Online School is the right choice.