Our school is an “Istituto Comprensivo”: the same head teacher leads different schools, including pupils aged three-fourteen. The “ Istituto Comprensivo Masaccio” is composed of three kindergartens, two primary schools and a secondary school. The total of pupils is 833, as follows: 215 in kindergarten, 369 in primary school, and 249 in secondary school. The number of teachers is 114.
Our school has a long tradition of welcoming students with special needs and immigrants. In our area there is a strong presence of immigrants from southern Italy since the 70s and now from other European countries (Albania, Romania, Poland, Ukraine etc.), from Africa, Asia and South America, so our schools are enriched by cultural pluralism. Also, we have many students with special needs.
The school is located in the northern area of the municipality of San Giovanni Valdarno (district of Arezzo, Tuscany). Our town has medieval origin, with a deep historical and artistic culture. San Giovanni Valdarno is the native land of the famous painter Masaccio, whose works can be admired in many churches of Florence. In San Giovanni Valdarno worked many other medieval and renaissance artists, too. Their works are well preserved in the main churches of the town and in the town Museum, named “Museo della Basilica”
We have a good location environment with many green areas, our town enjoys the proximity to Florence, Arezzo and Siena. Altough San Giovanni was founded by the will of Florence during the XIV century, the inhabitants respect local traditions, historical feasts and festivals.
Our school “Masaccio” is available to the integration of different cultures. It is sensitive to all issues related to individuals who have disabilities. The “Istituto Comprensivo Masaccio” features a strong propensity for teaching innovation and technology. All schools are equipped with internet connection and computers.
