International research validating our approach
A recent study conducted by Nord Anglia Education in partnership with Boston College — involving over 21,000 students across 15 countries — examined the impact of explicitly teaching thinking skills and metacognition.

The findings are compelling:

• 85% of students better understand their strengths
• 76% feel more independent in their learning
• 72% have greater awareness of how they learn
• 70% report stronger social skills

These outcomes demonstrate that when thinking is taught as a skill, students become more confident, capable and self-directed learners.

Metacognition: a long-term competitive advantage
Metacognition — the ability to reflect on one’s learning, select effective strategies and adapt them to new contexts — is increasingly recognised as a key future-ready competency.

It empowers students to:

• tackle complex problems with structure and confidence
• view challenges as opportunities for growth
• build resilience
• collaborate meaningfully
• make informed decisions

In a world where AI can generate answers, the real differentiator will be the ability to ask the right questions and apply knowledge thoughtfully and creatively.

The strength of a global educational ecosystem
Our connection to Nord Anglia provides a strategic advantage:

• access to world-leading educational research
• continuous professional development for teachers
• shared best practices across an international network
• evidence-based innovation in teaching and learning

For families, this means choosing a school that systematically invests in excellence and remains at the forefront of global education.

Building future-ready learners
From Early Years through to university preparation, our mission is clear: to develop learners who are reflective, independent and confident in shaping their own futures.

We want every student to say:
“I know how to learn. I know how to think. I am ready for what comes next.”

Thanks to Nord Anglia University (NAU) – an exclusive platform dedicated to the professional development of educators – our teaching team now has access to a rich catalogue of training programmes, learning communities, and high-quality educational resources.

During this INSET Week (November 3-4), we have welcomed Jenny McWalter, Nord Anglia’s Global Head of Professional Learning, who has officially introduced the full potential of NAU and has worked closely with our senior leadership teams through a series of workshops and training sessions.

This new opportunity marks an important step forward in our school’s journey of growth, enabling our teachers to:

• stay up to date with the latest international best practices in education;
• connect and collaborate with colleagues from around the world;
• access innovative content and cutting-edge digital tools that enhance their professional skills and support student learning.

We strongly believe that investing in the ongoing development of our teachers means offering our students an educational experience that is ever more enriching, inspiring, and aligned with global standards.

We will continue to keep you informed as this exciting journey unfolds!

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”

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.”

Antonello Barbaro, CEO of H-FARM Education: «Excellence and Growth: these are the two key words that best describe our schools’ entry into the Nord Anglia Group. This transition marks a natural and strategic evolution in our development journey, further strengthening our educational offering with an even broader global outlook. Becoming part of an international network of educational excellence means providing our students with access to resources, programmes, and relationships that enhance their potential for growth. For our teachers and families, it translates into an enriched educational ecosystem where pedagogical innovation, wellbeing, and the development of transversal skills take centre stage.

At the same time, H-FARM International School will remain firmly rooted in its founding values: the centrality of innovation, and the critical understanding and use of technology as tools for academic excellence and personal growth. We will continue to educate students who are capable of transforming innovation into human progress, with the aim of actively contributing to a better society».

Thanks to this initiative, H-FARM students will now have access to exclusive global learning experiences, including collaborations with MIT, UNICEF, The Juilliard School, and IMG Academy. They will also become part of Nord Anglia’s Global Campus, a platform that connects thousands of students from around the 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.