Istituto San Pellegrino
VISION:
The entrepreneurial idea and the dream of the Istituto Superiore “San Pellegrino” are rooted in a clear and ambitious educational and territorial project.
The goal is to train highly qualified professionals in the fields of gastronomy, hospitality, and tourism — capable of combining tradition and innovation with a strong focus on environmental sustainability and both local and international development.
The Institute was founded as a center of excellence in vocational education within the Bergamo area, and today it aspires to become a national and international benchmark for:
1. Advanced technical and professional training in the hospitality and tourism sectors;
2. Promoting an entrepreneurial culture that respects the environment, the local community, and people;
3. Creating innovative models of experiential learning through partnerships with companies, stakeholders, local institutions, and international organizations;
4. Ensuring inclusion for all students, including those with special needs, by providing an authentic and protected environment for developing autonomy and professional skills.
Looking to the future, the school aims to:
• Strengthen its role as a cultural and training hub in the tourism and gastronomy sectors;
• Contribute to the ecological and digital transition;
• Educate young entrepreneurs capable of enhancing local resources in a sustainable and globally competitive way;
• Expand Erasmus and international collaborations to offer students valuable work and life experiences abroad.
The dream of I.S. San Pellegrino is to become an international laboratory school for sustainable hospitality, where technical education is intertwined with innovation, entrepreneurship, and social responsibility.
Mission:
The mission of the Istituto Superiore San Pellegrino is expressed through concrete daily actions aimed at achieving the Institute’s strategic and educational goals, particularly by fostering a strong link between vocational training, internationalization, and sustainable development.
In summary, the school fulfills its mission day by day through:
1. Learning by doing methodology: daily practical activities in kitchens and 4.0 laboratories, restaurant halls, and tourism reception labs to develop real technical skills in the food, beverage, and tourism sectors.
2. Internationalization and Erasmus+ mobility: internships and exchanges with European companies and schools to enhance linguistic, technical, and transversal/soft skills (problem solving, teamwork in multicultural contexts, autonomy).
3. Integration of mobility experiences into the Educational Plan (PTOF): the results of Erasmus experiences are systematically incorporated into the school curriculum and Learning Units, becoming a permanent part of the educational offer.
4. Continuous professional development for staff: courses, job-shadowing programs, and workshops for teachers and staff aimed at introducing innovative teaching methods (CLIL, project-based learning, gamification, digital storytelling).
5. Sustainability and active citizenship: daily promotion of eco-friendly practices (waste reduction, responsible use of resources, green mobility), environmental awareness, and the development of green skills.
6. Collaboration with the local area, external experts, and international networks: agreements and projects with local institutions, businesses, and European partners to strengthen the educational community and create tangible opportunities for students and staff.
7. Continuous monitoring: regular assessments and impact analyses to ensure quality and ongoing improvement.
8. Active communication: dissemination of results through the website, events, and social media channels. Definition:
An organization whose work is aimed at minimizing its environmental impact as much as possible.
Market:
Education
Field of application:
Education and training on environmental awareness. These are services that, first and foremost, comply with environmental regulations and are concerned providing public awareness of the importance in respecting nature.
Products and/or services:
The Istituto Superiore San Pellegrino offers high-quality educational services in the fields of hospitality, catering, and tourism, through a practical, international, and sustainable approach.
The “product” is a qualified vocational education program that combines theory, practice, and Erasmus experiences to prepare students to work as chefs, maîtres, tourism operators, and hospitality professionals.
Needs Addressed
- Specialized and hands-on training for entry into the job market.
- Linguistic and intercultural skills developed through international exchanges.
- Soft and technical skills required by companies in the sector.
- Environmental awareness and commitment to sustainability.
Benefits
- Students fully prepared for the national and international job market.
- Partner companies that can count on qualified and motivated professionals.
- Enhancement and promotion of the local area and its cultural and gastronomic excellence.
Competitive Strengths
- 4.0 Laboratories and an Educational Hotel offering immersive learning experiences.
- A solid network of European and business partners.
- A structured and systemic approach to sustainability.
- Erasmus mobility integrated within the educational pathway.
- Inclusion and personalized learning paths for all students.
Summary
The I.S. San Pellegrino stands out for its high professionalism, strong connection with the local community, international openness, and deep-rooted culture of sustainability — elements that make it unique in its field.
Patents
As an educational institution, the school does not own patents, but it possesses distinctive and innovative features that represent intangible assets and specialized know-how, including:
1. An integrated training model connecting the school with local businesses (e.g., Educational Restaurant and Hotel).
2. 4.0 Laboratories for advanced practical training.
3. A consolidated network of international Erasmus+ partnerships.
4. Innovative teaching methodologies focused on sustainability and inclusion.
5. A long-standing reputation for excellence in hospitality and gastronomy.
6. A community agreement with the Municipality of San Pellegrino, the In Cammino Association, and the local Parish. Awards & Recognitions:
Among the awards and recognitions received by the Istituto Superiore “San Pellegrino”, the following stand out:
- 2nd place (bronze medal) at the national competition among hospitality schools in Forlimpopoli, for outstanding results in the categories “Cooking,” “Restaurant and Bar Service and Sales,” and “Tourism and Reception” (School Year 2024/2025).
- 2nd place at the “3rd National Food and Wine Competition – Rinaldo Marcianó Memorial” for the promotion of local products (School Year 2024/2025).
- 1st prize in the national TV contest “Cotto e Mangiato” (2022 edition) awarded to a student from the Cooking Department.
- 1st prize in the national TV contest “Cotto e Mangiato” (2021 edition) awarded to a student from the Bakery and Pastry Department.
- 1st prize in the food and wine contest “Reinvent the Gandino Spined Corn” (School Year 2025/2026).
Italian Language Olympiads (National Level):
- 2024: Gold medal (Senior category – Vocational Schools) and Silver medal (Junior category – Vocational Schools).
The only vocational school in Lombardy ranked among the national top performers. - 2023: Gold medal (Junior category – Technical Schools).
These achievements confirm the Institute’s excellence not only in technical and vocational education but also in linguistic and cultural competence.
Management group:
The management group of the Istituto Superiore San Pellegrino is a structured, multi-level organization with clearly defined roles to ensure effective management of all activities.
Main Components:
- Principal: Strategic leadership, overall supervision, and integration of Erasmus activities into the PTOF and the school’s institutional planning.
- Erasmus Coordinator: A teacher with certified language skills and experience in European project design; responsible for coordinating mobility programs, partnerships, and results monitoring.
- Internationalization and Erasmus Team: Ensures operational continuity and administrative support to the Erasmus Coordinator.
- DSGA (Administrative Director): Oversees financial and administrative management.
- Administrative Assistant: Manages authorizations, documentation, and bureaucratic procedures.
- Internship and Placement Tutors: Supervise students’ professional and training progress.
- Subject Areas and Departments: Ensure the quality and coherence of teaching methods and educational content.
- Active Citizenship Committee & Anti-Bullying/Cyberbullying Coordinator.
- Digital Innovation Coordinator (Digital Animator).
Monitoring and Management Tools:
- Monthly team meetings to review quality and project progress.
- Internal Quality Committee to ensure compliance with standards and objectives set in the PTOF.
- A digital repository and internal manual to ensure continuity even in the event of staff turnover.
The management group is therefore designed to guarantee strategic leadership, operational efficiency, and process quality, with a clear division of responsibilities and effective monitoring tools.
Headquarters:
Istituto Superiore “San Pellegrino”
Viale della Vittoria, 6
24016 San Pellegrino Terme (BG) – Lombardy, Italy
Phone: +39 345 21096