Our Team

Paul Barrie

INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF MODENA PRINCIPAL

As an IB continuum school, we encourage students to think critically and inquire as they progress through our school. With high expectations of all, a proven track record of strong academic success and a welcoming, caring community, the International School of Modena is a truly internationally progressive environment for our young people to learn and mature. Experienced, talented and innovative teachers challenge and support students to develop every day and to succeed while we nurture and inspire a love of learning.

Michael Perry

HEAD OF PRIMARY & PYP COORDINATOR

The Primary Years Programme at the International School of Modena offers an inquiry-based, transdisciplinary curriculum framework that builds conceptual understanding. It is a student-oriented approach based on collaboration, community, responsibility-sharing and respect in a supportive and enriching environment.

The PYP nurtures and develops young students into caring, active participants in a lifelong learning journey. It reflects the highest standards in educational research, thought leadership and experience derived from IB World Schools. The PYP has evolved to become a world leader in future-focused education. It is an example of best educational practice globally, responding to the challenges and opportunities facing young students in our rapidly changing world.

Chiara Forti

MYP COORDINATOR

The Middle Years Programme builds upon the foundations students have developed in the Primary Years Programme while allowing them increased autonomy. At this level, independence provides them with the skills needed for the Diploma Programme and life beyond our school, enabling them to become lifelong learners.

Caroline Searle

DP COORDINATOR

We are passionate about the International Baccalaureate and the many advantages it offers students in their final years of secondary education. The combination of the IB Diploma Programme and the dedication and commitment of our teachers develops the essential critical-thinking ability and independent learning skills necessary to ensure that our students are well-prepared, not just to be admitted to leading universities but to thrive and succeed once here.