Our Campus
Our Campus
School, residence and Italian life.
All within walking distance.
Canadian College Italy is an urban boarding school in the historic centre of Lanciano. Students live within a real Italian community while daily routines, residence staff and clear expectations provide the structure families expect from boarding school.
Historic setting Lanciano, Abruzzo
Three residences Cuore, Allegria and De Giorgio
Connected by foot School, meals, residences and daily life
How the campus works
The historic centre is
our campus.
CCI is not separated from Lanciano by gates or acres of grounds. Our school, residences and dining spaces are part of the town itself. That gives students the structure of boarding school while allowing them to build confidence in a real community.
- School and residences are a short walk apart
- Students move through familiar pedestrian routes
- Staff provide clear schedules, check-ins and supervision
- Shops, cafés and everyday services are close by
Where students learn
The main school building
A 14th-century palazzo with a working-school purpose
The main school occupies a historic stone-and-brick palazzo just off Piazza Plebiscito. Once an aristocratic residence and later used as a Canadian headquarters during the Second World War, it is now the centre of academic life at CCI.
A light-filled central atrium connects classrooms and study spaces across the building. Students begin weekdays here with breakfast before classes and morning announcements.
Inside the school
- General classrooms
- Science laboratory
- Art room
- Library and study room
- Additional study spaces
- Kitchen and student common area
A practical note: Lanciano is a historic hill town, and the school occupies a multi-storey heritage building with stairs. Families with mobility or accessibility needs are encouraged to speak with Admissions so individual arrangements can be discussed.
Where students live
Three residences.
One connected community.
Each residence has its own character, but all are supported by residence staff and located within a short walk of school.
Girls’ residence
Cuore
Located on the grounds of a former convent, Cuore offers spacious double rooms with a bed, desk and storage for each student.
- Ensuite or large shared bathrooms
- Three common rooms with kitchens
- Two large terraces and a theatre
- Wi-Fi and laundry facilities
Boys’ residence
Allegria
A historic inn that also houses CCI’s main dinner service, Allegria combines residence life with generous shared spaces.
- Single and double ensuite rooms
- Large common room
- Two outdoor terraces
- Kitchens, Wi-Fi and laundry
Boys’ residence
De Giorgio
This distinctive Art Nouveau palazzo is known for its pink façade, high ceilings, spacious rooms and views across Lanciano.
- Single and double rooms
- Shared bathrooms
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Wi-Fi and laundry facilities
What every residence provides
Residence dons support and supervise students outside the school day. Common rooms create space for study and friendship, while kitchens, laundry facilities and everyday routines help students become more capable and independent.
Campus in practice
Learning happens
across the day.
A typical weekday
A campus designed around
clear daily rhythms.
- 01
Morning
Students prepare in residence, walk to school and have breakfast before announcements.
- 02
Classes
The academic day is organized into focused 80-minute class periods.
- 03
Meals
Students share scheduled meals, including weekday breakfast at school and dinner at Allegria.
- 04
Activities
Afternoons include clubs, athletics, fitness, service and scheduled school activities.
- 05
Study
After dinner, structured evening study is followed by residence time and lights-out routines.
Living in Lanciano
Small enough to feel familiar.
Rich enough to keep discovering.
Lanciano is an ancient yet modern Abruzzese town of approximately 45,000 people. Its historic centre gives students a manageable environment in which to practise Italian, visit familiar local businesses and learn to navigate daily life with increasing independence.
The Adriatic coast and Apennine mountains are both nearby, while Rome is less than three hours away by coach. These surroundings expand the possibilities for outdoor activities, cultural study and school travel.
What families usually ask
Practical campus questions
Is CCI a gated campus?
No. CCI is an urban campus integrated into Lanciano’s historic centre. School routines, permissions, check-ins and residence supervision provide structure as students move through town.
How far are the residences from school?
Cuore, Allegria and De Giorgio are all located in the historic centre and within a short walk of the main school building.
Where do students eat?
Meals are prepared fresh and shared as a school community. Weekday breakfast is served at school, while dinner is generally served in Allegria’s dining hall.
Are students supervised outside class?
Yes. Residence dons supervise and support students outside the academic day. Evening study, curfews, check-ins and residence routines are part of boarding life.
Can students go into town?
Students may have appropriate town privileges according to school rules, schedules and permissions. Lanciano becomes familiar territory, but independence is developed within clear expectations.
Can families visit the campus?
Yes. Admissions can help families arrange a campus visit or virtual conversation and explain what to expect during the school year.
See how CCI works