H-FARM International School Joins Nord Anglia Education Family
H-FARM is proud to announce that its international schools are officially joining the global network of Nord Anglia Education (NAE), the world’s leading premium private education group, with over 80 schools in 34 countries.
H-FARM International School is the first and only Italian school to become part of this prestigious international network — a recognition of the educational excellence achieved in just nine years and an extraordinary opportunity for the growth of our schools, students, and the entire local community.
I’m incredibly proud of this achievement. Few believed in us when we decided to invest in a major startup in the education sector. Together with our fantastic team, we embraced the challenge with humility, dedication, and a deep sense of responsibility, giving our best year after year to bring our culture of innovation into education.
Joining the NAE family is a dream come true: they are the number one group in the world, and I’m proud and honored by their enthusiasm for our strong focus on STEAM and entrepreneurship. My personal commitment will continue with conviction: I will remain as President and will closely follow the development of the schools.” said Riccardo Donadon, founder and CEO of H-FARM
“Education has always been one of the strongest driving forces behind our vision, as has the belief that preparing young people to face a constantly evolving future — accelerated by technology — is one of the greatest challenges of our time. This partnership marks the beginning of a new phase, allowing us to continue pursuing that mission by focusing even more energy and resources on the educational initiatives growing within our Campus, as well as on new projects we are already developing”
H-FARM International Schools have experienced remarkable growth: from a single campus to three locations (Venice, Vicenza, and Rosà), and from 179 to over 1,200 students.
The school has stood out for its adoption of the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum and a unique educational approach rooted in innovation, digital learning, and entrepreneurship. Recognized by Apple as one of the world’s top Apple Distinguished Schools, it has been ahead of its time in offering learning experiences enhanced by emerging technologies and high-level STEAM programs.
Starting in September 2025, H-FARM will also be among the first schools in the world to introduce the “Human Plus” program — a new educational model that integrates Artificial Intelligence into the curriculum from the early years, in a way that is ethical, creative, and human-centered. The Venice campus also offers full-service boarding and a certified Sports Academy for student-athletes.
Joining Nord Anglia represents a natural strategic step to support further growth — a powerful boost in our mission to develop conscious, curious, and entrepreneurial students. It strengthens the school’s identity and opens the door to new pathways for expansion, allowing the H-FARM vision to take root in new places.
Through this partnership, H-FARM students will now gain access to exclusive global educational experiences, including collaborations with MIT, UNICEF, The Juilliard School, and IMG Academy, as well as entry into Nord Anglia’s Global Campus, a platform
Andrew Fitzmaurice, CEO of Nord Anglia Education, said: “H-FARM’s schools are redefining what it means to prepare students for the future. Their pioneering use of AI and commitment to innovation, creativity, and purpose-driven learning align perfectly with our vision. We are excited by the prospect of learning from each other and creating transformative new experiences for our students and educators around the world. For example, our research into metacognition combined with H-FARM’s forward-thinking approach to technology has the potential to empower students to better understand how they think, learn, and grow. Our shared focus on innovation combined with our teachers’ high-quality professional development will equip students with the creativity, adaptability, and digital skill set to thrive in a technology-driven world.”
The continuity of H-FARM’s educational vision is fully preserved, along with its strong focus on innovation and the growth of teachers and students, now within a context that is increasingly global, ambitious, and open to the future.
