Berlin Cosmopolitan School - City Campus vs Berlin Metropolitan School

	B Berlin Cosmopolitan School - City Campus Berlin, Germany	B Berlin Metropolitan School Berlin, Germany
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €1,200 - 14,400	Fees / year €9,430 - 18,216
Age range	Age range 1 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), German Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, German Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 1,000	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 22	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, German	Instruction language English, German
Opened	Opened 2003	Opened 2004
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Rückerstraße 9, 10119 Berlin; Invalidenstraße 130, 10115 Berlin; Müggelheimer Damm 145, 12559 Berlin	Location Central Berlin campus at Linienstraße 122, 10115 Berlin. The school is described as the largest international school in the center of Berlin with its campus in central Berlin.
Stages	Stages Early Years; Primary School; Primary Years Programme; Secondary School; Secondary School Programme	Stages Kindergarten through Grade 12.
School type	School type Non-profit international school; IB World School	School type Private international day school (gGmbH) offering both German state curriculum and international qualifications; it is an IB World School and a Cambridge International School.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Over 1,000 students from 65 countries attend.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Academic & Social Emotional Support; English as an Additional Language; German Language Development	Additional learning support The school has a dedicated Student Support team including a school nurse, speech therapist, integration specialists, and support teachers; a school counselor and a child protection officer work with families to provide expertise and professional recommendations.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Germany	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure The whole-day program runs from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & Registration fees - Application (Anmeldegebühr): EUR 50 (one-off; charged when an applicant is invited to an entrance test). Exempt for families with a demonstrated gross annual income under EUR 30,000. - Registration / Admission fee (Aufnahmegebühr): EUR 1,200 (one-off; payable at contract signing). Reduced or exempt for families with lower incomes as specified by the school's fee rules. - Advance payment (Vorauszahlung): EUR 1,350 (one-off; payable at contract signing and credited against the final invoice at contract end). Families with demonstrated lower incomes may be exempt on application. Tuition fees by year group (monthly and annual amounts; income-based categories) - Tuition is charged as a monthly payment spread over 12 months. The table below shows the monthly charge followed by the equivalent annual charge (monthly × 12). Monthly amounts are shown per family gross-income bracket and by year group. - Year groups used by the school: - Klassen 1–6 (Primary) - Klassen 7–10 (Lower Secondary) - Abitur 11–12 (Upper Secondary, German Abitur track) - IB Diploma 11–12 (Upper Secondary, IB Diploma track) - Monthly / Annual (examples by income bracket): - Income from EUR 30,000: Klassen 1–6: EUR 231 / year EUR 2,772; Klassen 7–10: EUR 252 / year EUR 3,024; Abitur 11–12: EUR 265 / year EUR 3,180; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 293 / year EUR 3,516. - Income from EUR 32,500: Klassen 1–6: EUR 274 / year EUR 3,288; Klassen 7–10: EUR 289 / year EUR 3,468; Abitur 11–12: EUR 301 / year EUR 3,612; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 327 / year EUR 3,924. - Income from EUR 35,000: Klassen 1–6: EUR 357 / year EUR 4,284; Klassen 7–10: EUR 379 / year EUR 4,548; Abitur 11–12: EUR 398 / year EUR 4,776; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 414 / year EUR 4,968. - Income from EUR 37,500: Klassen 1–6: EUR 392 / year EUR 4,704; Klassen 7–10: EUR 422 / year EUR 5,064; Abitur 11–12: EUR 453 / year EUR 5,436; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 471 / year EUR 5,652. - Income from EUR 40,000: Klassen 1–6: EUR 433 / year EUR 5,196; Klassen 7–10: EUR 575 / year EUR 6,900; Abitur 11–12: EUR 569 / year EUR 6,828; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 593 / year EUR 7,116. - Income from EUR 60,000: Klassen 1–6: EUR 530 / year EUR 6,360; Klassen 7–10: EUR 689 / year EUR 8,268; Abitur 11–12: EUR 737 / year EUR 8,844; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 772 / year EUR 9,264. - Income from EUR 80,000: Klassen 1–6: EUR 600 / year EUR 7,200; Klassen 7–10: EUR 828 / year EUR 9,936; Abitur 11–12: EUR 892 / year EUR 10,704; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 932 / year EUR 11,184. - Income from EUR 100,000: Klassen 1–6: EUR 694 / year EUR 8,328; Klassen 7–10: EUR 950 / year EUR 11,400; Abitur 11–12: EUR 1,018 / year EUR 12,216; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 1,084 / year EUR 13,008. - Income from EUR 130,000: Klassen 1–6: EUR 769 / year EUR 9,228; Klassen 7–10: EUR 1,033 / year EUR 12,396; Abitur 11–12: EUR 1,093 / year EUR 13,116; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 1,171 / year EUR 14,052. - Income from EUR 160,000: Klassen 1–6: EUR 838 / year EUR 10,056; Klassen 7–10: EUR 1,095 / year EUR 13,140; Abitur 11–12: EUR 1,154 / year EUR 13,848; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 1,248 / year EUR 14,976. - Income from EUR 180,000: Klassen 1–6: EUR 900 / year EUR 10,800; Klassen 7–10: EUR 1,160 / year EUR 13,920; Abitur 11–12: EUR 1,220 / year EUR 14,640; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 1,320 / year EUR 15,840. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is calculated on a monthly basis and payable as monthly instalments spread over 12 months. Parents who wish to access income-dependent fees must submit the required annual income tax documentation and a completed self-declaration by the stated deadline; otherwise the highest income category applies. - Specific due dates shown in the fee rules: application fee at invitation to test; admission fee and advance payment at contract signing; Lehr- und Arbeitsmittel (books/materials) charged annually on 1 August. The advance payment is credited against the final school invoice at the end of the contract. After‑school care / Ganztagsbetreuung (classes 1–6) - If the parent provides a voucher (Hortgutschein) the parental contribution is income-dependent. The documented ranges are: - Hortgutschein up to 18:00: monthly EUR 20–243 (income-dependent). - Hortgutschein up to 16:00: monthly EUR 15–182 (income-dependent). - If no Hortgutschein is provided, a flat additional fee of EUR 480 per month is charged for the afternoon programme. Classes 1–3 can take part in the 13:30–16:00 module without needs assessment. Meals (Verpflegung) - All students take part in the school lunch programme; the school charges a monthly contribution by age group. The charges are shown as monthly rates: - Klassen 1–5: EUR 18 per month (afternoon snack). For Grade 1 the listed rate for breakfast + afternoon snack is EUR 30. - Klasse 6: EUR 30 per month (breakfast and afternoon snack). - Klassen 7–12: EUR 99 per month (breakfast and lunch). - The document notes that pupils in Klassen 1–6 receive the midday meal without cost contribution in some cases and that the school provides allergy-sensitive options; the meal programme is operated by the school catering team. Learning materials, exam and other additional costs - Lehr- und Arbeitsmittel (books and core materials): annual flat rate — Klassen 1–6: EUR 250 (due 1 August); Klassen 7–12: EUR 350 (due 1 August). For Abitur and IB Higher Level practical art costs there is an additional one‑off charge of EUR 150 (due 1 August or as stated). Families with gross annual income up to EUR 30,000 are charged EUR 100 per child for these materials. - Other costs billed separately: materials for after‑school activities, external tests/examinations, remedial learning support, class trips, IB examination fees (IB exam fees are charged at the rates set by the IB organization) and similar additional services. Support is available for holders of relevant benefit passes (BuT) where applicable. Sibling discounts and low‑income concessions - Standard sibling discounts on tuition: - 2nd child: 15% reduction - 3rd child: 25% reduction - 4th child and more: 50% reduction - On application and where justified by family circumstances, higher sibling discounts may be granted (e.g., 25% for 2nd child, 50% for 3rd, 75% for 4th and more). - For families with a demonstrated gross annual income of up to EUR 30,000 the school sets a reduced flat tuition: EUR 100 for the oldest child, EUR 75 for the second child, EUR 50 for the third child and EUR 25 for each additional child. These families are fully exempt from the application fee, admission fee and advance payment; school clothing may be discounted or supplied free of charge on application. Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed in the school's fee schedule. No boarding fees are charged because the school operates as a day school. Refunds and contract‑end treatment of payments - The advance payment (Vorauszahlung) is offset against the final invoice at contract termination. The fee rules provide for income-based exemptions and reductions but do not list general automatic refunds for term‑time withdrawals beyond the stated handling of the advance payment; additional refund or cancellation terms are handled per the school's contract and finance procedures. Fee payment options and contact for finance - The application process accepts credit card details for payment of the application fee. For contracts, invoices and other payments the school's finance office issues payment instructions; the finance contact is finance@cosmopolitanschool.de. Specific payment channels for tuition (bank transfer, direct debit, credit card, etc.) are confirmed in the school's finance correspondence and contractual documentation. Other practical notes on compulsory items - Official school clothing is compulsory; clothing is available from a designated supplier and through the school's second‑hand shop. Costs vary by item and family needs; discounted or free provision is available for eligible low‑income families on application.	Fee details Admission / Application fees - One-time admission fee: EUR 1,500 per child, payable when the contract is finalised. The admission fee is non-refundable. For families with a gross annual income below EUR 40,000 the one-time admission fee is the same amount as the monthly tuition fee for that family. Tuition fees (Grades grouped and shown per month, per academic year, and per academic term) Note: BMS calculates tuition on an income-adjusted basis: monthly tuition is set by the family's gross annual income and by the child's grade band. Tuition is collected monthly by direct debit; yearly and per-term figures below are derived from the published monthly rates (monthly × 12 = annual; annual ÷ 3 = per academic term). The published grade bands are Grades 1–6, Grades 7–10 and Grades 11–12. - Income From EUR 30,000 - Grades 1–6: EUR 210 / month — EUR 2,520 / year — EUR 840 / term. - Grades 7–10: EUR 210 / month — EUR 2,520 / year — EUR 840 / term. - Grades 11–12: EUR 210 / month — EUR 2,520 / year — EUR 840 / term. - Income From EUR 32,000 - Grades 1–6: EUR 270 / month — EUR 3,240 / year — EUR 1,080 / term. - Grades 7–10: EUR 270 / month — EUR 3,240 / year — EUR 1,080 / term. - Grades 11–12: EUR 270 / month — EUR 3,240 / year — EUR 1,080 / term. - Income From EUR 35,000 - Grades 1–6: EUR 330 / month — EUR 3,960 / year — EUR 1,320 / term. - Grades 7–10: EUR 330 / month — EUR 3,960 / year — EUR 1,320 / term. - Grades 11–12: EUR 330 / month — EUR 3,960 / year — EUR 1,320 / term. - Income From EUR 40,000 - Grades 1–6: EUR 360 / month — EUR 4,320 / year — EUR 1,440 / term. - Grades 7–10: EUR 360 / month — EUR 4,320 / year — EUR 1,440 / term. - Grades 11–12: EUR 360 / month — EUR 4,320 / year — EUR 1,440 / term. - Income From EUR 50,000 - Grades 1–6: EUR 430 / month — EUR 5,160 / year — EUR 1,720 / term. - Grades 7–10: EUR 430 / month — EUR 5,160 / year — EUR 1,720 / term. - Grades 11–12: EUR 540 / month — EUR 6,480 / year — EUR 2,160 / term. - Income From EUR 60,000 - Grades 1–6: EUR 470 / month — EUR 5,640 / year — EUR 1,880 / term. - Grades 7–10: EUR 660 / month — EUR 7,920 / year — EUR 2,640 / term. - Grades 11–12: EUR 680 / month — EUR 8,160 / year — EUR 2,720 / term. - Income From EUR 70,000 - Grades 1–6: EUR 580 / month — EUR 6,960 / year — EUR 2,320 / term. - Grades 7–10: EUR 720 / month — EUR 8,640 / year — EUR 2,880 / term. - Grades 11–12: EUR 790 / month — EUR 9,480 / year — EUR 3,160 / term. - Income From EUR 80,000 - Grades 1–6: EUR 610 / month — EUR 7,320 / year — EUR 2,440 / term. - Grades 7–10: EUR 760 / month — EUR 9,120 / year — EUR 3,040 / term. - Grades 11–12: EUR 850 / month — EUR 10,200 / year — EUR 3,400 / term. - Income From EUR 90,000 - Grades 1–6: EUR 640 / month — EUR 7,680 / year — EUR 2,560 / term. - Grades 7–10: EUR 800 / month — EUR 9,600 / year — EUR 3,200 / term. - Grades 11–12: EUR 910 / month — EUR 10,920 / year — EUR 3,640 / term. - Income From EUR 100,000 - Grades 1–6: EUR 665 / month — EUR 7,980 / year — EUR 2,660 / term. - Grades 7–10: EUR 865 / month — EUR 10,380 / year — EUR 3,460 / term. - Grades 11–12: EUR 965 / month — EUR 11,580 / year — EUR 3,860 / term. - Income From EUR 110,000 - Grades 1–6: EUR 690 / month — EUR 8,280 / year — EUR 2,760 / term. - Grades 7–10: EUR 930 / month — EUR 11,160 / year — EUR 3,720 / term. - Grades 11–12: EUR 1,020 / month — EUR 12,240 / year — EUR 4,080 / term. - Income From EUR 120,000 - Grades 1–6: EUR 738 / month — EUR 8,856 / year — EUR 2,952 / term. - Grades 7–10: EUR 1,015 / month — EUR 12,180 / year — EUR 4,060 / term. - Grades 11–12: EUR 1,102 / month — EUR 13,224 / year — EUR 4,408 / term. - Income From EUR 130,000 - Grades 1–6: EUR 769 / month — EUR 9,228 / year — EUR 3,076 / term. - Grades 7–10: EUR 1,077 / month — EUR 12,924 / year — EUR 4,308 / term. - Grades 11–12: EUR 1,159 / month — EUR 13,908 / year — EUR 4,636 / term. - Income From EUR 140,000 - Grades 1–6: EUR 795 / month — EUR 9,540 / year — EUR 3,180 / term. - Grades 7–10: EUR 1,148 / month — EUR 13,776 / year — EUR 4,592 / term. - Grades 11–12: EUR 1,220 / month — EUR 14,640 / year — EUR 4,880 / term. - Income From EUR 150,000 - Grades 1–6: EUR 820 / month — EUR 9,840 / year — EUR 3,280 / term. - Grades 7–10: EUR 1,220 / month — EUR 14,640 / year — EUR 4,880 / term. - Grades 11–12: EUR 1,282 / month — EUR 15,384 / year — EUR 5,128 / term. - Income From EUR 160,000 - Grades 1–6: EUR 851 / month — EUR 10,212 / year — EUR 3,404 / term. - Grades 7–10: EUR 1,251 / month — EUR 15,012 / year — EUR 5,004 / term. - Grades 11–12: EUR 1,312 / month — EUR 15,744 / year — EUR 5,248 / term. - Income From EUR 170,000 - Grades 1–6: EUR 882 / month — EUR 10,584 / year — EUR 3,528 / term. - Grades 7–10: EUR 1,282 / month — EUR 15,384 / year — EUR 5,128 / term. - Grades 11–12: EUR 1,343 / month — EUR 16,116 / year — EUR 5,372 / term. - Income From EUR 180,000 - Grades 1–6: EUR 913 / month — EUR 10,956 / year — EUR 3,652 / term. - Grades 7–10: EUR 1,312 / month — EUR 15,744 / year — EUR 5,248 / term. - Grades 11–12: EUR 1,374 / month — EUR 16,488 / year — EUR 5,496 / term. (Income bands, monthly rates and the method for calculating an income-adjusted rate are published by the school; if no income documentation is supplied the maximum rate for the relevant band applies.) Billing schedule and payment terms - Billing frequency and collection method: tuition and any agreed additional fees are collected monthly by SEPA direct debit. The SEPA mandate authorises monthly withdrawal; the school withdraws on the 3rd day of each month (if the 3rd is a weekend or public holiday the withdrawal occurs on the next working day). Account-holder charges arising from insufficient funds are payable by the account holder. - Contract term and notice: the standard school contract is ongoing and is automatically extended for one year (August 1 to July 31) unless cancelled in writing with three months' notice; in cases of sudden moves the notice period can be reduced to one month (contract details and exceptions are set out in the school contract). A holding (retainer) option exists to keep a place while abroad; a holding fee applies. Sibling discounts - Second child: 15% reduction on tuition. - Third child: 25% reduction on tuition. - Fourth and subsequent children: 100% (no tuition charged). Media fees, lunches and other recurring charges - Analog media fee (textbooks and classroom materials): - Grades 1–6: EUR 300 per year — due 1 October. - Grades 7–10: EUR 400 per year — due 1 October. - Grades 11–12: EUR 500 per year — due 1 October. - Digital media fee (digital infrastructure, software subscriptions etc.): - Grades 1–6: EUR 300 per year — due 1 February. - Grades 7–10: EUR 400 per year — due 1 February. - Grades 11–12: EUR 500 per year — due 1 February. - Early Learning Center lunches: EUR 23 per month, collected monthly. Primary school lunches are provided free of charge. Secondary students ordering cafeteria meals are invoiced directly by the external caterer (Dussmann); the published cost for Secondary lunches is EUR 5.10 per day and is billed by the caterer. Class trips and external examination fees (IGCSE, IB) are invoiced separately and are not included in tuition. Holding/temporary enrolment - Holding fee: a holding option is offered (minimum two months, maximum one year) to reserve places; when the contract is placed on hold a monthly holding fee of 25% of the monthly tuition is charged. Temporary short-term enrolment is possible subject to space and is charged separately. Low-income provisions and fee waivers - Families with combined gross annual income below EUR 30,000 are eligible for a specific reduced fee scale for the oldest child and further reductions for additional children; in those cases admission fees are not charged. Teaching–materials costs may be reduced or waived for families receiving designated social benefits; individual financial aid and case-specific solutions are available. Boarding fees - Boarding: Not applicable. Berlin Metropolitan School operates as a day school (no boarding provision). Other one-off or variable costs - External exam fees: IGCSE and IB Diploma examination fees are charged by the exam authorities and passed on to parents as separate invoices. - Class trips, camps and additional extracurricular activities: invoiced separately as all‑inclusive one‑time charges. - Uniforms and school clothing: BMS clothing is sold via the school's authorised supplier; uniform purchases are additional and are handled through that external shop (vendor payment options vary by vendor). Refunds and fee adjustments - Admission fee: non-refundable. - Tuition adjustments: if a family's declared income is subsequently found to be incorrect or incomplete, tuition may be recalculated retroactively and the difference charged. - In the event of contract cancellation, standard contract notice periods and the contractual terms determine final invoicing and any refunds or outstanding charges. Fee payment options and bank details - Primary payment method for school fees: SEPA Direct Debit mandate (monthly collection). Fees are usually withdrawn on the 3rd of each month. The SEPA mandate includes the school's bank details and creditor identifier for direct debit. - Bank transfer / account details: the school's bank and IBAN/BIC are used for administrative transfers and are provided in the school's payment/SEPA documentation. External providers (uniform supplier, caterer) accept their own payment methods (for example card or online payment) according to the vendor's terms. Key practical points for parents - Tuition is income-based and requires submission of income documentation to receive an income-adjusted rate; without documentation the maximum published rate applies. - Fees are collected monthly by SEPA direct debit (withdrawal on the 3rd). - Expect separate invoices for class trips, exam fees and some extracurricular charges; media fees and lunch charges follow the annual due dates listed above.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The wearing of the official BCS school uniform is compulsory for all students on school premises.	Uniform requirement There is no school uniform; BMS apparel and House apparel can be purchased through the online shop.
Food options	Food options BCS operates an on-site catering service, Berlin Cosmopolitan Food Services GmbH, with fresh meals prepared daily. Lunch is mandatory for all students as BCS is a full-day school; the weekly menu typically includes two meat dishes, one fish dish and two vegetarian dishes, plus a salad bar, fresh fruit, and seasonal/local ingredients; dietary needs (gluten-free, lactose-free, egg-free, etc.) are accommodated. The school is nut-free and pork is avoided for religious reasons; breakfast is provided for secondary students and younger students follow a structured breakfast routine.	Food options In the Early Learning Center, meals are provided in the relevant group rooms and include fruit for breakfast, a warm lunch, and an afternoon snack. Primary and Secondary lunches are provided in the school's cafeteria, with a warm meal and a choice of two to three dishes, a salad bar, and unlimited fruit; Primary lunches are free of charge, while Secondary lunches are offered via a paid contract with the catering partner (Dussmann).
House system	House system —	House system The school has a four-house system: Earth, Fire, Water, and Air. It runs from Grade 1 to Grade 12; students represent their house in competitions and public events, and may take on leadership roles such as House Captain or Vice-Captain.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is run by EBS Europäische Bildungsstiftung gGmbH; the supervisory authority is the Senate for Education, Youth and Economy of Berlin; the school is registered at Amtsgericht Berlin-Charlottenburg (Register No. 105640B).	Governance and ownership The school is owned and governed by Berlin Metropolitan School gGmbH.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The Berlin Cosmopolitan School implements the Berlin state curriculum and follows the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP). The Primary Years Programme anchors the primary curriculum and integrates the Berlin framework with international educational standards through the Program of Inquiry across six transdisciplinary themes. The upper secondary curriculum is bilingual in English and German and offers pathways to the bilingual Abitur or the IB Diploma, with French and Spanish available as additional languages. Mittlerer Schulabschluss is offered at the end of Year 10 via media-based project work, and after Year 12 students can obtain an IB Diploma and the German Abitur. Class sizes are small: primary classes have 18–22 students per class (with up to two classes per year) and secondary classes have a maximum of 22 students per class. The school provides work placements and college counselling, including internships from Year 6 to Year 10 and ongoing guidance through a college counsellor.	Curriculum details Based on the Berlin Framework Curriculum (Berliner Rahmenlehrplan) and the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Primary School uses a transdisciplinary, inquiry-based program. The main subjects are Math, German, and English. Language learning is a central goal; German and English are taught as core subjects and are supported by German as a Foreign Language and English as a Foreign Language programs; English is the main language of instruction. Language support is delivered by in-house experts through small-group or one-on-one sessions. Additional subjects include Art, Music, Theater, Physical Education, and Social Studies. The curriculum emphasizes developing skills and values such as solutions-based thinking, critical reflection, research, public speaking, teamwork, intercultural understanding, and authentic self-expression, and it incorporates the IB Learner Profile and a Programme of Inquiry with six transdisciplinary themes.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Primary: 18–22 students per class with up to two classes per year; Secondary: up to 22 students per class.	Student teacher ratio Class size is 22–24 students in Primary and Secondary. Total enrollment is 1,135 students.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results Secondary students prepare for Mittlerer Schulabschluss (Berlin State Grade 10 Leaving Certificate), the Cambridge IGCSE in Grades 9-10, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) in Grades 11-12. The IB Diploma results are above the IB world average, and a wide variety of subject options are offered within both the IGCSE and the IB DP.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates are prepared for admission to German and international universities. The school provides college counselling and internships, with a dedicated college counsellor and guidance. After Year 12, students can obtain an IB Diploma and the German Abitur.	Higher education progression Graduates pursue higher education at universities across Europe, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The 2025 cohort achieved 100% university placement with graduates receiving their first or second university placement choice; examples of universities listed include Yale University, The University of Chicago, University of Pennsylvania, New York University, Columbia University, Cornell University, Parsons School of Design, Pratt Institute, and other institutions across Europe and North America.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Gifted and talented or exceptionally able students are recognised and included in the mainstream; they may receive differentiated instruction through a Student Support Plan, with input from teachers, SEN staff and families.	Gifted and talented —
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning The school supports students' social and emotional development through a dedicated team including a Head of Learning Support, a School Counselor, a School Nurse, and Support Teachers.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) A Head of Learning Support, a School Counselor, a School Nurse, and Support Teachers provide learning support for students with learning needs.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language EAL (English as an Additional Language) and GAL (German as a Second/Additional Language) are provided to support language development in English and German.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing Pastoral care and mental wellbeing are supported by a dedicated student support team, including counselors and two designated Child Protection Officers who coordinate with Senior Leadership and external services.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding Two designated Child Protection Officers lead safeguarding, working with Senior Leadership and counselors; safeguarding processes are aligned with external services provided by the Berlin Senate for Education.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The City Campus is in central Berlin-Mitte, spanning Rückerstraße and Mulackstraße. The main building at Rückerstraße 9 is a listed historic building that shapes the character of the campus. The City Campus includes modern learning spaces such as art and music rooms, science laboratories, an IT room, a dance studio, and a recreation and climbing room. A Creative Art Room and a games room on the ground floor support creativity, exercise and social interaction, and the library supports independent work, research and reading. A Maker Space provides space to tinker and program for robotics and other hands-on learning.	Facilities overview Berlin Metropolitan School is centrally located in Berlin Mitte. It is an all-day K-12 campus. The school has two libraries and two science labs. The digital infrastructure includes Apple MacBooks and iPads, a library with stationary iMacs, and every classroom is equipped with display technology; Office 365 accounts are provided to all students. Language immersion supports German and English, with two educators per class guiding both languages.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Basketball is a major activity with intramural play and a partnership with ALBA Berlin for competitive teams. The program also includes football (soccer), girls' football, gymnastics, running and other clubs such as flag football and dance. There are more than 100 pupils in afternoon basketball clubs. The adventure playground City of Children provides outdoor activities near the school.	Sports facilities Sports offered include basketball, capoeira, and parkour.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities City Campus offers modern learning spaces for diverse talents, including art and music rooms, science laboratories, an IT room, a dance studio, a recreation and climbing room, and a library. The City Campus Maker Space supports robotics and independent learning, and upper secondary has dedicated rooms for concentrated study. Nature Campus Müggelsee provides bilingual and transdisciplinary primary teaching with direct experiences in nature, forest days and environmental projects. Forest School in Prenden has a long-standing forest-based program with weekly forest days.	Academic facilities The school has two libraries and two science labs. It provides a robust digital infrastructure with Apple devices, and the library offers resources to support projects with iMacs in the library. All classrooms are equipped with display technology, and students have Office 365 accounts. The campus is centrally located in Berlin Mitte.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The library has English and German books, a growing reference section, laptops for research and a quiet study area open before and after school. Extracurricular programme includes remedial classes, expert clubs, music, dance, science, sports, art, crafts and languages. Basketball has a strong presence with over 100 pupils in afternoon clubs and a partnership with ALBA Berlin. Foreign language clubs include Chinese, French, German, Italian and Spanish. Creative and practical clubs include Print Maker, Woodwork and Creative Filmmakers, and the City of Children adventure playground offers outdoor activities.	Extra curricular facilities There are 75 clubs. The club program includes ARTS (Ballet, HipHop, Theater); LANGUAGES (Mandarin, Spanish); SPORTS (Basketball, Capoeira, Parkour); STEM (Coding, Science Explorers, Arduino). The After School Program offers clubs, workshops, and sports. Class excursions and camps provide hands-on learning at museums, theatres, and international destinations.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The Berlin Cosmopolitan School (BCS) is a non-profit organization founded in 2003 by Yvonne Wende as the Initiative for Education and Talent Promotion, focusing on international education. In September 2004, the first bilingual German-English kindergarten opened in Berlin-Mitte, the foundation stone of today's Berlin Cosmopolitan School. The primary school opened in 2007, and the campus moved to Rückerstraße 9 in 2008; the secondary school started in 2009. In 2013, BCS was accredited as an International Baccalaureate World School for the Primary Years Programme and Diploma Programme. The school has achieved the best Abitur average in Berlin in 2016 and 2019, and celebrated 20 years in 2025 with ongoing developments such as a redesigned library, new cafeteria, and a Nature Campus, while continuing IB/Abitur success.	History Berlin Metropolitan School is the oldest and largest international school in Berlin Mitte. It was founded as a private school in the former East Berlin in 2004, initially housed in spaces between Schönhauser Allee and Friedrichstrasse. By the end of 2006, BMS changed hands in close partnership with the parent initiative, and after negotiations with the Berlin state government in 2007, the school grounds and buildings were acquired. Grounds and buildings expanded with a back courtyard building in 2016 and a 2021 building project added modern learning spaces, two libraries, an auditorium and a rooftop terrace. Today more than 1,100 students from 69 nations attend the school, taught by an international team of around 200 staff.
Community	Community BCS maintains an active, international school community with a range of clubs and community groups. The Community section includes Official School Clothing, Friends of Cosmo, and Music Friends of BCS. The school also hosts major events such as the annual Summer Show and other performances that involve students from kindergarten to upper school, as highlighted in the 2025 Summer Show recap. The Summer Show is described as a festival of music, dance, art and community spirit.	Community Shared experiences and school traditions shape our students, with a calendar of theme weeks, project weeks, house initiatives, and student-led events. National and international celebrations enrich the program and connect learning to local and global events. School life includes musical and theatrical performances, assemblies, concerts and sporting events. Wider community events invite families to celebrate our school and city culture.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Friends of Cosmo (F.O.C.) is the PTA-equivalent at Berlin Cosmopolitan School. It is a group of parents who mobilize assets and networks to drive school projects for the benefit of our children and the wider community. Projects include Career Day, the Cosmo Charity Soirée, and DigiBox. F.O.C. hosts quarterly gatherings in Berlin-Mitte; members access a closed LinkedIn group and a WhatsApp group. The membership costs €10 per month and donations are deductible as contributions to Cosmopolitan School Campus gGmbH; applications can be submitted online. Contact: friendsofcosmo@cosmopolitanschool.de.	Parent teacher association Our school community consists of committed families who share our values and actively contribute to the international learning environment. All BMS grades have elected parent representatives who work closely with the respective school principals in each section. MET@BMS is the Parent Engagement Team, a group of actively involved parents who support the school community. MET@BMS provides opportunities for parents to come together, participate in events and activities offered in Berlin, and build a strong community identity. The program emphasizes transparent communication between home and school, with regular updates on the learning success of students and on strategic school development.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school has a library with a growing collection of English and German books across genres and a reference section with laptops for student research. Debate/Model UN and Creative Writing clubs develop critical thinking and communication, and Mathematics/Problem-Solving activities challenge students to think creatively.	Academic & intellectual The Co-Curricula Educational Program (CCEP) extends learning beyond the classroom for Primary School Grades 1-6. All Primary School students from Grade 1-6 can participate in the diverse after-school activities and the Hort program offers. A team of 24 educators guides the after-school program, providing an engaging program each day after classes are over and aligning activities with students' interests. The program complements a student-centered, holistic approach and supports social and emotional development through the In-Class Assistance Program (ICA).
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The school has music and performing arts opportunities including Jazz & Improv Ensemble, Recorder, Sing-along Club and Soul Sessions, with Junior Performance Class and Creative Filmmakers. Visual arts and crafts include Woodwork, Sewing, Print Maker, T-Shirt Print and World Masks to broaden artistic expression.	Arts & creative Secondary School offers a wide range of arts and creative clubs as part of the enrichment program. Examples include Drama Performance Club (Gr. 7-12), Art Catch Up, Art Club, and Creative Writing, with Guitar and other music-related activities as well. The program also includes Book Club and film-oriented activities, with registration via SOCS. Clubs foster creative collaboration and personal expression as part of the after-school enrichment.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school has Foreign Language Clubs for Chinese, French, German, Italian and Spanish, integrating language practice with culture through games, stories and cooking. These clubs offer opportunities to explore language and culture beyond core classes.	Cultural & language The Berlingual is a student-led editorial magazine in our Secondary School. The magazine is completely student-driven and managed by a ten-member editorial team, producing monthly editions that reflect the school community and global perspectives. Model United Nations involves simulations and conferences online and around the world, where students study the United Nations and diplomacy. The club develops research, public speaking, and diplomatic skills while engaging with international issues.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The school has Games, Balance & Social Clubs and an adventure playground called City of Children, offering hands-on play, crafts and outdoor activities. These clubs provide social experiences and informal interests beyond academics.	Social & hobbies Clubs are scheduled via SOCS and published at the start of each school year. Some clubs are created and led by students, fostering leadership and collaboration. Activities include arts, academics, film, choir, sport, as well as hobby and board-game groups. Scheduling and participation support social engagement and extracurricular involvement beyond the classroom.
Community & service	Community & service The Cosmopolitan Events Company is a student-run organisation that plans and runs school-wide events, teaching marketing, finance and management. It partners with MitMachMusik to provide music lessons for refugee children in Berlin.	Community & service SDG Club members meet weekly to discuss issues related to the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and organize projects to address local, national, and global issues. The club runs panel talks, practical activities, discussions, and workshops, and publishes articles in a monthly newsletter. The club's mission is to promote awareness of the SDGs and to inspire action within BMS and the wider community.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The school has leadership opportunities through participation in Cosmopolitan Events Company, developing project management and teamwork skills.	Leadership & professional The Berlingual is student-led, with a ten-member editorial team producing monthly editions. The Berlingual magazine provides a voice for students and strengthens school bonds. Model United Nations develops leadership through research, public speaking, and diplomacy, with opportunities to chair committees at conferences. These activities offer practical platforms for collaboration and representation within the student body.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school has a broad sports program including Football, Girls Football, Gymnastics and Judo, plus Self-defence, Parkour, Skateboarding and dance, fostering teamwork, fitness and resilience.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The Hort & In-Class Assistance program includes social and emotional support through the In-Class Assistance Program. All Primary School students can participate in after-school activities, free play, collaborative projects, clubs, music sessions, and team sports, with opportunities to compete nationally and internationally. The after-school program is an extension of the school day and aims to create an inspiring and creative environment where students grow in both intellect and character.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the primary language of communication and instruction. German is the second language and is taught according to the Berlin Rahmenlehrplan, with German Language Development (GLD) support for learners. BCS strives for bilingualism by the end of the tenth grade, preparing students for the MSA and the option to pursue either the Abitur in German or the IB Diploma Programme. Language Development (LD) supports English, German, Spanish and French at three levels, and mother tongue materials and clubs support multilingualism; over 70% of students speak English as an additional language.	Language provision Language of instruction is English and German. Other compulsory languages are French or Spanish from Grade 7-8. Other languages in the co-curricula program include Chinese, Italian, French, Spanish, and German as a Foreign Language. Language support is provided by in-house experts through German as a Foreign Language and English as a Foreign Language programs.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching BCS is bilingual, with English as the primary language of instruction and German taught as a second language. All classroom teachers are native English speakers or fluent in English. The school aims for bilingualism by the end of the tenth grade, preparing students for the German MSA and for either the German Abitur or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.	Bilingual teaching Bilingual teaching in English and German is provided across Early Learning and Primary School; German and English are the main subjects and are supported by German as a Foreign Language and English as a Foreign Language programs.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs English immersion begins in the Early Years programme. German Language Development (GLD) support is available for lower-level learners, with five forty-five minute German lessons per week. Language Development (LD) provides three levels of support for English, German, Spanish and French. The programme also offers mother tongue language clubs and reading materials in multiple languages through the media centre.	Immersion programs Immersion includes bilingual English–German instruction, and language clubs in Mandarin Chinese, German, Spanish, and French.
Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations The school is a member of CIS; AGIS; ECIS. It is authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization and Cambridge Assessment International Education, and by the Senate Administration for Education, Youth and Sciences Berlin.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Application. Families interested in sending their children to Berlin Cosmopolitan School should complete the online application form. There is a non-refundable application fee for primary and secondary school of 50 EUR due at the time of application. You must complete the first page to receive your login details, and you will not be able to edit the application after submission. After submitting, you will receive an email with your login details and you can check the status of your application; the school can accept only complete applications with all required documents. 2. Kindergarten & Preschool documents. For Kindergarten & Preschool, provide a photo of the applicant(s) (passport/face photo) in JPEG or PNG format. If applicable, upload a document proving sole custody. Children must be at least one year old before entering Kindergarten; applications from parents with unborn children cannot be accepted; submit after birth. You can start the application process, save it, and continue later if you do not have all required documents. 3. Primary & Secondary information. For Primary School & Secondary School, provide a photo of the applicant(s) in JPEG or PNG format. Submit the 2 most recent school reports translated into English or German (PDF); Grade 1 applicants must include a letter of recommendation or evaluation from a teacher or kindergarten director. Include credit card details for payment of the application fee and, if applicable, upload any sole custody documents. 4. What happens after you submit. The information you submit will be reviewed. Waiting List: Students are placed on the waiting list until a change of status occurs; no specific timeframe is given; check your personal dashboard for updates; priority is given to siblings; the admissions process does not use a numbering system. Meeting & Trial Day: If a place becomes available, primary and secondary applicants are invited to an entrance test and, if necessary, a meeting and a trial day; Kindergarten applicants are invited to an introductory interview. Offer: After assessment, a place may be offered; if no places are available, the child is moved to the top of the waiting list; a contract is sent with seven working days to review and return; contracts become valid after the voucher is handed in. 5. Confirmation. Upon signing and returning the contract and completing required documents, your child is enrolled. Do not contact the school office for details of your application status; use your personal login for updates. The application is valid for one year, after which all information is deleted for data protection.	Admissions 1. Step 1: Application. If you are interested in enrolling your child, fill the online application form. For admissions from the 2nd grade and above, send the last two report cards with the application. If any transcripts are not in English or German, include a free translation and the corresponding grade key in English or German. Families can also participate in virtual Open House sessions or on‑site events to learn about the program. 2. Step 2: Conversation and School Visit. If a place is available and the child meets entry requirements, you will be invited to a conversation and a school visit. If you are not local, the conversation can be conducted online via MS Teams. Plan about one hour for the meeting and school tour, and bring documents showing the child's previous schooling to help support their needs. 3. Step 3: Evaluation. Academic leadership evaluates the submitted documents and past academic results. When available and necessary, students may be invited to Play-Dates or Trial Days to help assess their level. Secondary School students will also have an interview with a member of the academic leadership and take a placement test. 4. Step 4: Admission decision. After completing the admissions process, you will be informed whether a place can be offered. If an offer is made and accepted, a school contract is issued and you will have a reasonable deadline to return the signed contract along with the required documents. 5. Step 5: Welcome to BMS. The team welcomes you and your child on the first day, and a buddy is assigned to help your child settle into the school community.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Financial assistance is available. Details about financial support are provided in the school's financial assistance resources.
Waitlist	Waitlist Waiting List: Students are placed on the waiting list until a change of status occurs; no specific timeframe is given; check your personal dashboard for updates; priority is given to siblings; the admissions process does not use a numbering system.	Waitlist —
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