International House (IH) Schio-Vicenza—operating institutionally as The London School—is a highly respected language academy and teacher training center located in the Veneto region of northern Italy. It is an official member of the prestigious International House World Organisation (IH World), a global network dedicated to the highest standards of language education.
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- Foundation: The school was established in 1987 by Angela Chard as The London School of Languages.
- Development: In 1993, Julie Wallis took over the academic and managerial leadership. Under her guidance, the school grew from a small local initiative into a large-scale educational hub.
- Global Affiliation: The school officially joined the International House network in September 2023, a milestone that certified its quality and aligned its methodology with global benchmarks.
- Industry Leadership: The school’s director, Julie Wallis, is a prominent figure in language education and serves as the President of AISLi (the Association of Language Schools in Italy), ensuring the school remains at the forefront of pedagogical innovation.
- Teacher Training Hub: Beyond teaching students, the institution is a major center for professional development, providing advanced training courses and certifications for English teachers throughout the region.
- Official Exam Center: It serves as an authorized venue for internationally recognized language certifications, including Cambridge English exams.
- Tailored Programs: The academy offers a wide array of programs, ranging from young learner classes to specialized business English for the region’s dynamic industrial sector.