The new school year at H-FARM International School Vicenza has begun with great energy and excitement. This September marks an important milestone: our official entry into the Nord Anglia Education family, a global network of over 90 leading schools in 37 countries, united by a commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and the personal growth of every student.
We had the pleasure of celebrating this new chapter together with our parent community at the second edition of our Eat, Meet and Learn networking dinner, held on September 17 at La Serra Restaurant. More than 150 parents from our Venice, Rosà, and Vicenza campuses joined us for an evening of conversation, reflection, and connection. It was more than just a dinner: it was a chance to pause, to reflect on what our entry into the Nord Anglia Education family means for our children, and to share ideas about the opportunities ahead. In particular, we explored how innovation and artificial intelligence are reshaping education and preparing our students for a future full of possibilities. We are deeply grateful to all the families who took part and supported us in writing such an important page in the history of our school.
The following day, Thursday, September 18, our school had the honor of welcoming Richard Davies, Regional Managing Director Europe, and Anabella Quintero, Regional Director of Admissions, Marketing & Communications Europe, along with other members of the Nord Anglia Education leadership team. Greeted by our Head of School, Alessandra Chiovati, and the entire Pedagogical Leadership Team, the delegation spent the day fully immersed in the life of our campus.
The program included meaningful sessions with staff, the Pedagogical Leadership Team (PLT), and the Parent Teacher Association (PTA), where ideas and perspectives were exchanged openly and constructively. A highlight of the day was a special Lunch Connect with our students, a moment filled with energy, curiosity, and dialogue. These encounters brought to life the values we share with Nord Anglia: openness, a passion for learning, and the belief that every voice in our community matters.
As part of Nord Anglia Education, extraordinary opportunities are opening up for our students: international summer experiences, cultural exchanges across the network, and transformative learning journeys at dedicated Expedition Centres. Beyond the classroom, these experiences will help our young people to broaden their horizons, develop resilience, and build lasting connections with peers around the world.
Importantly, these opportunities are not limited to students. Our teachers will also benefit from exclusive professional development programmes, as well as access to a global network of innovative educators and best practices. This means that the quality of teaching and learning on our campus will continue to grow, enriched by the expertise and collaboration of colleagues worldwide.
The visit to our Vicenza campus was an inspiring milestone in our journey. Building on the strong foundations of our community, and now enriched by the opportunities offered by Nord Anglia Education, we are ready to take our vision even further, broadening horizons, nurturing every talent, and preparing our students to thrive in a global future.