Accademia Internazionale Santa Luce is an international boarding school offering the Italian Maturità programme. Founded in 2008, we operate three campuses - in San Marino (Republic of San Marino), Istanbul (Turkey) and Dubai (UAE).
Our mission is to provide a rigorous Italian academic education within an international, multicultural environment. We welcome students from over 20 nationalities and prepare them for higher education at leading universities in Europe and worldwide.
Instruction is delivered in Italian, with English as a core second language. Students with limited Italian receive intensive language support during their first year through our Italian Language Integration Programme.
The Italian Maturità (Esame di Stato) is recognized globally as one of the most demanding secondary school qualifications. Our consistently high pass rates and university placement record reflect the quality of teaching and support our students receive.
Accademia Internazionale Santa Luce is built on three principles: academic excellence, personal development, and international understanding. We expect high standards of work and behaviour, and in return we provide an environment where every student is known, supported, and challenged to reach their potential.
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2008 | Accademia Internazionale Santa Luce founded. San Marino campus opens with 35 students. |
| 2011 | First cohort sits the Esame di Maturità. 100% pass rate. |
| 2013 | CILS preparation centre authorisation obtained. Student body reaches 90. |
| 2016 | Istanbul campus opens in the Beyoglu district. |
| 2019 | Dubai campus opens in Dubai Knowledge Park. Student body reaches 280 across three campuses. |
| 2023 | Record Maturità results: 96% pass rate, 28% scoring 100/100. |
| 2026 | 420 students from 24 nationalities across three campuses. Continued expansion of facilities and programmes. |
Our San Marino campus is located in the Centro Storico of Città di San Marino, within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the world's oldest republic. The campus occupies a beautifully restored historic complex with purpose-built academic additions, boarding houses, sports facilities, and panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
Our Istanbul campus is located on Meşrutiyet Caddesi in the Beyoglu district, at the cultural heart of the city where Europe meets Asia. The campus provides a modern academic environment with dedicated boarding provision and strong links with the local community.
Our Dubai campus is located in Dubai Knowledge Park, along Al Sufouh Road, in one of the world's most dynamic cities. The campus offers modern facilities with excellent sports provision and strong links with the Italian community across the Gulf region.
