Welcome to “Leonardo da Vinci” High School in Alba
The “Leonardo da Vinci” High School is situated in the historic centre of Alba, in the Piazza San Francesco d’Assisi, with the building itself being of great historic value for the town. It is a high school that combines cultural tradition, international outlook and a strong connection with the territory. The high school offers a study environment focused on students’ personal growth, the quality of education and a dialogue with the contemporary world. The school is open to international cultural exchanges, study-abroad programs and educational collaborative projects: promoting intercultural encounters, language learning, shared projects and relationships with schools in other countries.
A School in the Heart of Alba
Alba is a city steeped in history, where Roman remains, medieval towers, and Renaissance palaces
Liceo “Leonardo da Vinci” is also located in the heart of the Langhe, Roero, and Monferrato region,
For international visitors, this offers the opportunity to study in a place where education,
Study Programmes
The school offers four academic pathways: the Language High School (Liceo Linguistico), the
Starting from the 2026/2027 academic year, the school will also introduce the new Made in Italy
Language High School
The Language High School is one of the hallmarks of this school. The program aims to provide a solid academic education and communicative proficiency of four foreign languages: English, French, German and Spanish, all studied from the first year. From the third year, a non-language subject is also taught in a foreign language. Language learning is enriched by the presence of native-speaking teachers, exchanges with foreign schools, study stays, work experiences abroad and intercultural projects. The school also offers Chinese and Polish courses, further broadening the international outlook of its students.
Human Sciences High School
The Human Sciences High School is focused on the study of human relationships, educational processes, and the social and cultural phenomena of the contemporary world. It addresses topics such as communication, migration, globalization, prejudice, and social transformations, enabling students to develop a critical and informed perspective on society. The core subjects include psychology, sociology, anthropology, and pedagogy, with links to research methodology, statistics, and neuroscience. This course of study is particularly suited to those who wish to gain an in-depth understanding of the complexity of human beings and communities.
Economics and Social Sciences High School
The Economics and Social Sciences High School directly connects studies to the social, economic, and cultural realities of today. It integrates legal, economic, and socio-psychological fields and helps students understand contemporary phenomena in depth, developing civic awareness and skills for active and responsible citizenship.
Foreign languages are also central to this path, with the study of English and French, from a European perspective. The program offers a broad foundation, useful for pursuing studies in many university fields, from social sciences to economics, from law to languages.
Music High School
The Music High School is aimed at students who want to seriously pursue music without sacrificing a solid high school education. The curriculum combines basic preparation with a strong laboratory area dedicated to performance, interpretation, the study of two instruments, ensemble playing, and musical technologies.
Made in Italy High School
Starting in 2026/2027, the high school will expand its offerings with the Made in Italy High School, a program dedicated to economics and law, the promotion of both Italy's manufacturing heritage, and global markets. This path combines culture, business, sustainability, innovation, and language skills.
It is particularly relevant to the context of Alba and the Langhe, where manufacturing traditions, agri-food quality, tourism, and local identity represent a tangible and visible educational resource.
A school connected to its community
The high school training program goes beyond the standard curriculum. The school
develops various projects in collaboration with local organizations, associations, and
institutions, identifying three main areas of focus: projects for students’ personal growth,
In the field of international exchanges, the school collaborates with institutions in France,
Work placements and PCTO programs also demonstrate the school’s strong connection
with the local area. Students gain experience in schools, social services, educational
centres, associations, and organizations related to tourism and hospitality. In some cases,
Why Visit the Leonardo da Vinci High School
For international students and teachers, Leonardo da Vinci High School offers a complete experience: an Italian school rooted in the humanistic tradition, open to Europe and the world, nestled in a welcoming city and a UNESCO World Heritage site of exceptional beauty. It is a place where languages, humanities, music, civic education, and a connection with the local area become part of a single vision of education.
Welcoming students and teachers from abroad means sharing not only school spaces and activities, but also a vision of school as a place of encounter, mutual discovery, and cultural growth.
For us, school is also this: a place where we study, create, listen, build relationships, and learn to understand the world from different perspectives... just like Leonardo da Vinci.
Welcome to Alba, welcome to “Leonardo da Vinci” High School