A key milestone in the development of the ‘Borgo del Forte Campus’ was marked on 13th February with a site visit to the Campasso di Nervia area in Ventimiglia, where an ambitious international school and sports complex will soon take shape. Officials, stakeholders, and project leaders gathered to review plans for the large-scale redevelopment, which aims to transform the former railway site into a state-of-the-art educational and leisure hub.
The ‘Borgo del Forte Campus – Liguria International School’ will span 40,000 square meters, offering a high-quality international curriculum for students aged four to 18. Designed to integrate into Ventimiglia’s broader urban revitalisation plan, the campus will attract local and international families seeking top-tier education while also serving as a dynamic space for community engagement. The school building, situated within an urban park, will accommodate approximately 700 students and include modern classrooms, laboratories, and a large lecture hall for conferences and public events.
Beyond education, the campus will offer extensive sports and leisure facilities. A fully equipped gym, an indoor swimming pool accessible year-round, and changing rooms will be constructed alongside a vast green area for outdoor activities. The development will also incorporate cultural and historical elements by collaborating with the adjacent archaeological site. The former Campasso guesthouse will also be repurposed into student accommodation, while the old railway depot will be transformed into an exhibition space and educational centre.
The international school will be operated by Blenheim Schools, the international division of Chatsworth Schools, which, in partnership with the Municipality of Ventimiglia, will oversee the design of learning spaces and the integration of the school within the wider community.
Marina Development Corporation (MDC) and Namira SGR, the main developers of the project, say the redevelopment will not only improve Ventimiglia’s urban landscape but also respect environmental protection measures. Working closely with the authorities, the plan includes bringing back native plants, strengthening ecological corridors, and using sustainable building methods with energy-efficient materials and renewable energy sources.
Councillor Adriano Catalano, during the inspection, said: “This is a very significant day because we have taken the first steps towards this intervention. As I have always reiterated, our territory is highly attractive to local businesses and beyond. We are starting with the redevelopment of areas that are no longer in use and have become a symbol of neglect. One of the pillars of this administration has always been to intervene in abandoned areas that need revitalisation. This is an important example, where on one hand, we preserve the historical legacy of Ventimiglia. This intervention, while maintaining the essence of these buildings, aims to give them a new life.”
With the completion of initial planning phases, environmental remediation work is set to begin in the coming weeks.
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