Compare Moderate-level SEN International Schools in Dusseldorf, Germany

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour None

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 19 years

Fees €12,763 - 23,088

Type Co-educational

Bonn International School is an International Baccalaureate World School in Bonn, Germany, serving students ages 3 to 18 with full IB programmes: the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme. The school opened in 1997 and has grown to about 800 students. The campus comprises three linked buildings—Waves for Primary, Agora for Secondary humanities and arts, and Crest for Secondary sciences and languages—on a riverside site of 32,470 square meters. Facilities include a 40,000-volume Media Centre, five science laboratories, Design and Product workshops, a senior lounge, a Learning Support Suite, and a campus-wide IT infrastructure. Over 20% of electricity is generated by solar panels, and the grounds are next to Bonn's largest park with the Rhine nearby. The Co-Curricular Programme features activities in arts, sports, languages and political debating; Model United Nations is a flagship activity. After-school hours extend to 21:00 to support sport and other programmes today.

Location

Martin-Luther-King Straße 14, D-53175 Bonn, Germany. The BIS campus is modern, spacious and well equipped, with an excellent IT infrastructure, a Media Centre Library, tournament sports halls, design rooms and labs. The school serves students aged 3–18 from the Bonn region and international communities.

Stages

Early Learning (ages 3-6); Primary Years (ages 6-11); Middle Years (ages 11-16); Diploma Years (ages 16-18).

Type

The school is an International Baccalaureate World School offering the IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme.

Pupil Nationality Mix

800 students from 80 countries; 80 nationalities represented.

Additional learning support

The Learning Support Programme empowers students with diverse educational needs to become confident, independent learners. It includes English language support (EAL) for students joining BIS who do not speak English; a team of trained staff provides in-class and pull-out support as needed; additional fees may apply depending on the plan.

Country affiliation

Germany

School day structure

The official school day begins at 8:20 for all grade levels and ends between 15:15 and 15:30 depending on the grade level. After-school care on campus is available until 18:00, and co-curricular activities run onsite until 19:30.

Admission / Application Fees

- A one-time Admission Fee applies on acceptance of a place.
- Admissions to Early Learning 3, 4 and 5: EUR 2,250.
- Admissions to Grade 1 and higher: EUR 4,500.
- Admission Fee for each additional child from the same family: EUR 2,250 (one-time).

Tuition fees — annual, per-term (approx.), and per-month (approx.) by year group

- Annual tuition (shown first) followed by the approximate per-term amount (annual ÷ 3) and approximate per-month amount (annual ÷ 12):

- Early Learning 3 (age 3)
- Annual: EUR 12,763.
- Approx. per term: EUR 4,254.33.
- Approx. per month: EUR 1,063.58.

- Early Learning 4 (age 4)
- Annual: EUR 12,194.
- Approx. per term: EUR 4,064.67.
- Approx. per month: EUR 1,016.17.

- Early Learning 5 (age 5)
- Annual: EUR 17,227.
- Approx. per term: EUR 5,742.33.
- Approx. per month: EUR 1,435.58.

- Grades 1–5 (ages 6–11)
- Annual: EUR 19,624.
- Approx. per term: EUR 6,541.33.
- Approx. per month: EUR 1,635.33.

- Grades 6–10 (ages 12–16)
- Annual: EUR 22,170.
- Approx. per term: EUR 7,390.00.
- Approx. per month: EUR 1,847.50.

- Grades 11–12 (ages 16–18)
- Annual: EUR 23,088.
- Approx. per term: EUR 7,696.00.
- Approx. per month: EUR 1,924.00.

Learning support and additional mandatory fees

- Additional annual Learning Support Fees apply where a student is placed into the school's Learning Support Programme after assessment:
- Tier 0: no additional fee.
- Tier 1: EUR 4,000 per year.
- Tier 2: EUR 8,000 per year.
- Tier 3: EUR 12,000 per year.

What is included in the published tuition

- The published tuition includes: school day trips, provision of iPads for Early Learning through Grade 7, university and careers advisory, counselling services, English language development, access to science, design and Apple computer labs, books, instruments and core learning materials, and the Co-Curricular Programme.

Other costs and optional fees

- After-school care (KidzKlub) is available on campus and is charged separately.
- Optional activities outside normal school provision (for example some camps, seasonal trips or externally arranged activities) and any specific material or travel costs connected with certain optional programmes may incur additional charges; standard included items are listed above.

Boarding

- Boarding is not offered. Students attending the school must live with their parents or guardians while enrolled. No boarding fees apply.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Invoicing is issued after the admission is confirmed. Payment may be made in one of the following ways:
- In full (single payment).
- Quarterly or monthly instalments drawn from a German bank account.
- In full by a third party payer (company, sponsor).
- The school can make bespoke arrangements for invoicing or instalments in consultation with the Accounting Office.

Bank details and payment methods

- Bank transfer capability is provided; the school's account details are given for transfers (Commerzbank; IBAN: DE15 380400070386444400; SWIFT-BIC: COBADEFFXXX). Payments from German bank accounts are supported for instalments.
- The school accepts third-party full payment and supports quarterly or monthly payment plans from a German bank account; specific acceptance of credit cards is not published in the main fee documents available.

Refunds and withdrawal (summary of published position)

- The publicly published fee schedule provides the Admission Fee and the Annual Tuition levels and notes invoicing and instalment options; a detailed, itemised public refund schedule (for example precise refund percentages by withdrawal date or term-specific invoice due dates) is not published in the main fee sheet. For cases requiring financial assistance, a Financial Assistance Programme with eligibility guidelines exists.

Summary of key practical points for parents

- One-time Admission Fee on acceptance: EUR 2,250 (EL3–EL5) or EUR 4,500 (Grade 1+); siblings EUR 2,250.
- Annual tuition by year-group is listed above; approximate per-term and per-month figures are shown for quick budgeting (annual ÷ 3 or ÷ 12).
- Learning Support Fees are charged separately according to tier if placement in the programme is required.
- Invoicing occurs after admission; payments may be made in full, by quarterly or monthly instalments from a German bank account, or in full by a third party; bank transfer details are provided for payments.

Note on items not publicly specified in the published fee brief

- The published fee documents specify admission fees, annual tuition levels and learning support tiers and list what is included in tuition. A detailed public schedule showing exact invoice due dates, a term-by-term official invoice calendar, explicit credit-card acceptance options and a step-by-step refund/withdrawal schedule with refund percentages by withdrawal date are not included in the publicly available fee brief. Fees for specific optional services (exact KidzKlub rates, optional residential trip charges or other one-off charges) are not published in the single-page fee summary and are handled as separate charges. For those specific items and precise payment deadlines, the school's Accounting/Admissions team provides the operational invoice and terms at admission.

Uniform Requirement

Uniform for Physical Education is worn by students in Grades 1–10: a green BIS logo t-shirt and blue shorts. The clothing is ordered online from Flockinger, with a complete set costing between €26 and €38. Traveling Sports Teams may require a co-curricular tracksuit jacket.

Food Options

Primary students may pre-order meals from our onsite caterer or bring food from home; Secondary students may pre-order, buy lunch on the day, or bring their own. Weekly menus include vegetarian options, allergens and additives are indicated on menus, and meals cost €5.95 and include a dessert.

Governance and Ownership

Bonn International School is a registered non-profit association supervised by a Board of Trustees.

Curriculum

The school offers International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes: Middle Years Programme (11–16 years) and Diploma Programme (Diploma Years, 16–19 years).

Student Teacher Ratio

Average class size: 18 students.

Exam Results

Average graduation points: 35 out of 45; graduates access universities of their choice.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates access universities of their choice.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school believes students thrive best in a safe, supportive, and valued environment. BIS has a comprehensive programme to address the social and emotional needs of our students. Two Counselors in our Primary School and two in our Secondary School focus on four major components: individual student plans; wellbeing in classroom learning and curriculum; addressing immediate concerns; connecting to resources. Individual student plans support whole-child development and strongly value student voice. In collaboration, our team works to support students' social-emotional development, to enhance overall wellbeing and academic readiness. School Counselors coordinate ongoing meetings and activities to assist students individually in establishing personal goals and developing future plans.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The Learning Support Programme empowers students with diverse educational needs to become confident, independent learners. Our Learning Support team embraces inclusion and fosters compassion for all. BIS provides a wide spectrum of learning support to eligible students, including those with mild, moderate or intensive needs, within a school-wide intervention system. Admission to the Learning Support Programme is dependent upon balanced classes and the availability of resources. To determine the proper level of educational support, parents provide a psycho-educational evaluation, and the learning plan is tailored to the results. The learning plan may include small-group instruction, in-class support and/or one-to-one instruction.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English Language Acquisition (EAL) supports students who are not proficient in English. Primary EAL classes cover beginner to intermediate levels and are scheduled during homeroom language time, with emphasis on communicative, task-based activities. EAL in-class support helps students gain language skills and confidence, and teachers monitor progress in consultation with the homeroom teacher. The Secondary School offers an EAL Programme for Grades 6-12, with an English-language pathway from MYP Language Acquisition to DP Language Acquisition. A foundational class may be added for students entering with minimal English, and a language needs assessment is conducted on entry. English is the language of instruction.

Mental Wellbeing

We believe that students thrive academically and personally in a safe, supported environment. BIS has a comprehensive programme to address social and emotional needs. Two Counselors in Primary School and two in Secondary School focus on four components: individual student plans; wellbeing in classroom learning and curriculum; addressing immediate concerns; and connecting to resources. Counselors collaborate with students to set personal goals and develop future plans, and they coordinate ongoing meetings and activities to support growth. They also lead developmentally appropriate guidance lessons woven throughout the curriculum and liaise with families and external services when needed.

Safeguarding

The safety, wellbeing, and dignity of every child are paramount. Safeguarding is a shared responsibility, and staff, students, parents, and visitors act with vigilance, care and integrity. BIS safeguards through a framework including the BIS Child Protection Policy and BIS Child Protection Procedures, Safe Touch Policy, Intimate Care and Toileting Policy, Whistleblower Policy, and Code of Conduct for all adults. All staff participate in annual safeguarding training, and BIS maintains a closed campus with a dedicated security team. BIS safeguarding leads are trained and ready to respond to concerns.

Admissions

Getting started: information is collected during the application to place your child in the appropriate grade level and guide subject choices. Apply via OpenApply, where you submit all details and upload documents. BIS accepts children year‑round with no application deadline, but admission depends on the availability of places in the requested grade level, and some grades may be full. The 2025‑2026 school year began on August 18, 2025. What you need for your application: a copy of your child's passport, your child's measles immunization record, a confidential recommendation from the child's current school (required for Grades 1–12), and two years of previous school reports. A full application must be completed on the BIS OpenApply site before a review of the student application takes place. Grade level placement may involve age guidelines, and language and mathematics testing may be used; admissions tests in Mathematics, English and/or German may be administered at the Principal's discretion.

Scholarships

Financial Assistance Programme: BIS offers financial assistance for families who can demonstrate need. Applicants must be legally resident in Germany. Financial Assistance is awarded on the basis of need after submitting the Financial Assistance Application Form and necessary supporting documents for review by the Financial Assistance Committee (Director, Business Manager and others as determined by the Director). Applications should be received by 15 February for the following school year, and a scholarship can also be applied for at enrolment during a school year. Interviews may be part of the process. Scholarships are awarded based on household income, using a table that links income bands and family size to the percentage of support. Financial Assistance covers Admission and Tuition Fees for Early Learning through Grade 12. All applications must be in English and can only be considered once a place application has been submitted and approved. Decisions are final. Recipients are expected to maintain good attendance, strong effort and appropriate behavior.

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Cologne International School

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour None

Instructs in English, German

Ages 5 - 18 years

Fees €19,585 - 23,690

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Cologne International School (CIS) provides the International Baccalaureate continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) on a campus in Cologne, Germany, with on-site boarding for up to 20 international students. The school opened its campus in Butzweilerhof in 2022 on a 19,000 m² site, featuring bright classrooms, dedicated PYP, MYP and DP spaces, science labs, art rooms and maker spaces, plus an indoor gym and outdoor play areas. The primary program is bilingual (German-English); from Grade 6 onward instruction is mainly in English to support IB preparation and international qualifications. CIS offers Cambridge Secondary and Cambridge IGCSE in addition to the IB. The school hosts a broad extracurricular program: sports (tennis, athletics, football, basketball), performing and creative arts (theatre, art, video production, choir, big band, music theatre), language clubs (Spanish, French, German, English) and clubs such as Model United Nations and an Honors Program. Community service and exchange projects extend learning beyond campus.

Location

The campus is located at Rudi-Conin-Straße 10, 50829 Köln, in Cologne's Butzweilerhof area. It sits at the end of Rudi-Conin-Straße. It is about 20 minutes by public transport from Cologne Central Station (Tram 5, stop IKEA am Butzweilerhof) and 3 minutes from highway A57. A daily shuttle connects the old Widdersdorf campus with the new CIS site.

Stages

Primary Years Programme (Grades 1–5); Middle Years Programme (Grades 6–10); Diploma Programme (Grades 11–12).

Type

The school offers the International Baccalaureate continuum with an on‑campus Boarding House.

Additional learning support

Language support is available for newcomers to English or German; small class sizes and individualized attention.

Country affiliation

Germany

Bus service

Daily shuttle between the old Widdersdorf campus and the new site.

Application & Admission Fees
- First child total: EUR 5,750.00. This is composed of:
- ADM 1 (Application fee): EUR 750.00, payable before the admission meeting and refundable if the student is not accepted.
- ADM 2 (Admission fee): EUR 5,000.00, payable after signing the school contract and non-refundable.
- Sibling rate (application + admission combined): EUR 4,500.00.

Tuition fees by school level (annual, monthly and equivalent per term)
- Primary Years Programme (Grades 1–5):
- Annual tuition: EUR 19,585.00.
- Monthly tuition (payment plan): EUR 1,716.00 (due 1st of each month when using monthly instalments).
- Equivalent per term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 6,528.33 per term.
- Payment notes: annual payments are due 1 August 2025; fees may alternatively be paid in 12 monthly instalments (monthly payments may incur interest).

- Middle Years Programme (Grades 6–10):
- Annual tuition: EUR 21,915.00.
- Monthly tuition (payment plan): EUR 1,920.00 (due 1st of each month when using monthly instalments).
- Equivalent per term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 7,305.00 per term.
- Exams connected to the NRW “Mittlerer Schulabschluss” are charged at EUR 105.00 per subject where applicable. Monthly instalments may incur interest.

- Pre-IB Diploma Programme (Grade 10):
- Annual tuition: EUR 22,115.00.
- Monthly tuition (payment plan): EUR 1,934.00 (due 1st of each month when using monthly instalments).
- Equivalent per term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 7,371.67 per term.
- Exams connected to the NRW accreditation are charged at EUR 105.00 per subject. Monthly instalments may incur interest.

- IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11–12):
- Annual tuition: EUR 23,690.00.
- Monthly tuition (payment plan): EUR 2,076.00 (due 1st of each month when using monthly instalments).
- Equivalent per term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 7,896.67 per term.
- IB examination fees: per-subject exam fees apply for diploma candidates (see Additional Costs for the 2025/26 per-subject figure). Monthly instalments may incur interest.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Annual tuition invoices are due on 1 August 2025 for the listed annual amounts. Monthly instalment payments are due on the 1st of each month when selected.
- School fees can be paid either by a single annual payment or in 12 monthly instalments; monthly instalments may incur interest.
- Boarding charges (where applicable) are billed annually after enrolment; the security deposit is a one-off charge due after enrolment.
- The school lunch program is charged for the full school year; average days of absence are included in the calculation and a pro‑rata refund will be made only if more than 15 days are missed.
- For already booked class trips, reimbursement is not possible in case of non-participation.

Boarding fees and related charges
- Accommodation categories (annual):
- Category A (single room with ensuite): EUR 25,380.00 per year.
- Category B (single room with shared bathroom): EUR 24,300.00 per year.
- Category C (double room with ensuite): EUR 22,140.00 per year.
- Security deposit (one-off after enrolment): EUR 2,000.00.
- Insurance (annual): EUR 702.00. Footnote: liability, accident and health insurance is structured as EUR 39.00 per month for the 1st–18th month and EUR 57.00 per month from the 19th month onwards; the annual figure is shown as EUR 702.00.

Other costs and ancillary fees
- Lunch and meal plans (shown as monthly instalment / single annual payment):
- Grades 1–5 lunch: EUR 110.00 per month / EUR 1,310.00 per year.
- Grades 1–5 lunch & breakfast: EUR 184.00 per month / EUR 2,196.00 per year.
- Grades 6–12 lunch: EUR 119.50 per month / EUR 1,420.00 per year.
- Grades 6–12 lunch & breakfast: EUR 196.00 per month / EUR 2,340.00 per year.
- Bus shuttle (Widdersdorf–Butzweilerhof): EUR 115.00 per month / EUR 1,365.00 per year.
- Clubs: EUR 60.00 per club per semester (45 minutes) or EUR 120.00 per club per semester (90 minutes).
- Late supervision (up to 17:00–17:30): EUR 50.00 per club/semester.
- Class trips: primary expected under EUR 150.00; secondary generally over EUR 150.00 (individual trip costs vary; booked trips are not refundable if you do not participate).
- Exams and assessment fees (2025/26 examples):
- MYP5 e-Assessment fee (2025/26): EUR 59.00 per subject.
- IB Diploma exam fee (2025/26): EUR 92.00 per subject.
- Where applicable, NRW accreditation exams are charged at EUR 105.00 per subject.
- Language classes for parents: EUR 136.00–216.00 (course-dependent).
- School supplies: standard supply lists are used; a school T‑shirt and other classroom supplies appear on the supply lists provided to families (no separate compulsory uniform fee is listed).

Refund information (explicitly stated items)
- The application fee (ADM 1: EUR 750.00) is refundable if the student is not accepted.
- The admission fee (ADM 2: EUR 5,000.00) is non-refundable.
- Lunch program: if more than 15 days of lunch are missed in a school year, a pro‑rata refund of the lunch fee will be made.
- Class trips: reimbursement is not available in the case of non-participation in already booked trips.
- Exam fees are invoiced when due and are charged per subject; individual exam refunds are handled according to the invoicing and exam policies in force for the year.

Fee payment options
- Primary payment method shown: bank transfer (SEPA) using the school's bank details. Example bank payment information published on school forms and administrative documents: IBAN DE31 3705 0299 0181 2701 57, BIC COKSDE33 (Kreissparkasse Köln).
- Instalment option: 12 monthly instalments are available for tuition; monthly instalments may incur interest.
- Application and admission payments: the application fee is payable before the admission meeting and the admission fee is payable after signing the contract; the boarding security deposit and the first-year boarding charges are payable after enrolment.

Summary of key figures (EUR)
- Application & admission (first child): EUR 5,750.00 (ADM1 EUR 750 refundable if not accepted; ADM2 EUR 5,000 non-refundable).
- Tuition (annual): Primary EUR 19,585.00; Middle Years EUR 21,915.00; Pre‑IB (Grade 10) EUR 22,115.00; IB Diploma (Grades 11–12) EUR 23,690.00.
- Boarding (annual): Cat A EUR 25,380.00; Cat B EUR 24,300.00; Cat C EUR 22,140.00; Security deposit EUR 2,000.00; Insurance EUR 702.00 annually.
- Typical ancillary annual examples: lunch (Primary) EUR 1,310.00; bus EUR 1,365.00; clubs per semester EUR 60.00–120.00; IB exam fee per subject (2025/26) EUR 92.00.

Boarding Arrangements

Boarding is offered on campus for students aged 15+ (Grades 9–12). Rooms are available as Category A (single with private bathroom), Category B (single with shared bathroom, two singles share one bathroom), or Category C (double with private bathroom) with supervision provided by a boarding team; meals are served daily with all students eating together, and every second Friday there is a trip to explore Cologne.

Food Options

Healthy meals are served daily, and all students eat together.

Governance and Ownership

The school is operated by Internationale Friedensschule Köln GmbH.

Curriculum

The school offers the International Baccalaureate Continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Grades 1-5, Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6-10, and Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11-12. There are dedicated spaces for PYP, MYP, and DP. The primary school is bilingual, with instruction in German and English; from Grade 6 onward instruction is primarily in English to prepare for international qualifications. Placement tests and individualized support (EAL/DaZ) are provided for learners from diverse language backgrounds.

Student Teacher Ratio

Small class sizes of 12 to 22 students per class.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates earn the IB Diploma and gain admission to leading universities worldwide.

Gifted and Talented

Honors Program.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Daily social-emotional learning (SEL) is woven into the curriculum, helping students develop resilience, empathy and self-confidence alongside academic skills. The approach reflects a holistic view of education that supports the whole child. Teachers integrate SEL across lessons to foster ongoing social and emotional development. The program aims to prepare students for life after school.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school offers inclusive admission and provides individualized support to meet diverse learning needs, including EAL/DaZ. Inclusion work strives to remove barriers to learning and to recognise learner variability. The Inclusion Team plans personal learning goals and supports students with different backgrounds and abilities. The bilingual environment supports language development as part of inclusion. These measures help every student grow, achieve and succeed.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Placement tests and individualized support (EAL/DaZ) welcome students of all language backgrounds and ensure everyone feels comfortable from day one in the bilingual environment. The school provides ongoing EAL support to develop language proficiency for academic success. The bilingual setup supports language development and intercultural communication.

Mental Wellbeing

The campus is open, friendly and safe for the whole community. Students have personal mentors and have access to learning support and counseling. The school emphasizes wellbeing through student support and partnerships with families, including community events and workshops. Approaches to Learning focus on developing self-management, social, communication, research and thinking skills to support mental wellbeing and personal growth.

Safeguarding

Child Protection is a fundamental priority as part of the safeguarding process. All staff receive annual training and share concerns with the Child Protection Officer, who works closely with school leadership to ensure student safety and wellbeing. The facilities are designed with safety in mind, featuring breakout rooms, a dedicated library space and calm areas for quieter study or social interaction.

Admissions

01 Submit an Inquiry Form
Submit an online inquiry form to share information about your child and your interest in Cologne International School. The admissions team reviews submitted inquiries to determine the appropriate next steps. After review, families proceed to the next stage in the admissions process.

02 Campus Tour or Meeting
Once the inquiry is reviewed, you'll be invited to tour our campus in person or schedule a virtual meeting to get to know each other better. This provides an opportunity to learn more about CIS. The format may be on-site or via a virtual meeting.

03 Provide Required Documents
A list of required documents will be provided to support your child's application, including school reports and language certificates. Documents help move forward with the application and ensure proper grade placement. Additional documents may be required based on individual circumstances.

04 Trial Day or Interview
Depending on your child's age and grade, a trial day or an interview with the Principal may be arranged. The process is designed to assess fit for both sides. The interview may be with the Principal.

05 Receive Enrollment Offer
If your child is accepted, you will receive a formal enrollment offer including the school contract and admission conditions. The offer also includes the next steps for joining our community. The enrollment contract outlines the terms of admission.

06 Prepare for Start
Once you've signed the enrollment contract, the school will support you with next steps such as ordering school materials, arranging orientation, and getting ready for your first day.

Scholarships

Financial Aid Program: Cologne International School offers a financial aid program. Aid is granted based on financial need, in line with the school's resources and the regulations of North Rhine-Westphalia. Applications are reviewed by Wieland Wirtschaftsprüfer und Steuerberater, an independent tax consultancy. Families can apply for financial aid during the admissions inquiry process.

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Independent Bonn International School

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour None

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 13 years

Type Co-educational

Independent Bonn International School (IBIS) is an Ersatzschule in Bonn, serving ages 3-12. It follows EYFS and the British Curriculum, with Cambridge Primary and Secondary, and integrates English and German. Key Stage 1 is based on the English National Curriculum, adapted by IBIS teachers to reflect Bonn's local culture and international community. Cambridge Curriculum supplements Maths, English and Science at Key Stage 3. IBIS offers a route to German secondary schools and international programs. Since 1963 the school has welcomed more than 38 nations, fostering a stable international community. The Heiderhof campus in Bonn-Bad Godesberg sits in rural surroundings with easy access to Bonn and Rhine. Facilities include a classroom for each year, EAL and Learning Development spaces, a music room, a library with 5,000+ books, a kitchen and interactive whiteboards. Its wellbeing programme is award-winning; IBIS was the first German school to receive Carnegie Bronze Award and COBIS Beacon status.

Location

Tulpenbaumweg 42, 53177 Bonn. The school is located on the Heiderhof, a quiet residential area within Bonn-Bad Godesberg. By car, the town centre of Bad Godesberg is 5 minutes away and Bonn city centre is 15 minutes away. It is near the public bus service with regular 611 and 613 buses stopping near the school, connecting with the U-Bahn at Stadthalle or Rheinallee and Bad Godesberg railway station.

Stages

For children aged 3 to 12, the school operates at the primary level.

Type

Private, state-approved substitute (Ersatzschule) for the primary level.

Pupil Nationality Mix

Over 38 nationalities represented.

Additional learning support

Learning Development and English as an Additional Language (EAL) support are provided.

School day structure

Kindergarten and Reception: 8:40–12:00 (half day) or 8:40–15:00 (full day). Years 1–6: 8:40–15:20. Year 7–8: 8:30–15:20. Pre-school supervision: 8:00–8:40. After School Activities: 15:30–17:30 (until 16:30 on Fridays).

Bus service

Public bus service 611 and 613 stop very near the school; these buses connect with the U-Bahn at Stadthalle or Rheinallee and Bad Godesberg railway station.

Application fees
- The school does not publish a publicly available official fee schedule. Available third‑party listings report a one‑time registration/admission fee of EUR 1,500 for new enrolments.

Tuition fees (by year group / place)
- The school does not publish official tuition amounts by year group for the current academic year. Third‑party directories list annual day‑school tuition ranges for IBIS in the approximate band EUR 6,390 to EUR 9,840 depending on age/placement, and report a Kindergarten half‑day fee of EUR 3,990. Treat these figures as third‑party reported estimates rather than a confirmed published fee schedule.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school's public materials do not include a detailed, published billing calendar or the exact payment deadlines and terms. The school organises its academic year into three terms (Autumn, Spring, Summer), which is the usual administrative division used for termly billing where applicable. Specific invoicing dates, due dates, penalties for late payment, and accepted refund/notice periods are not publicly published.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Boarding is not applicable. IBIS operates as a day school for children aged 3 to 12 and does not offer boarding accommodation or boarding fee schedules.

Other costs and typical additional fees
- Uniform: School uniform is compulsory and supplied via Dress for School; uniform purchases are an additional parental cost (prices for items are not published on the school's public pages).
- Lunch: Hot school lunches are available and are charged for; the school states lunch is offered for a small fee. Exact meal prices are not published on the school's public pages.
- After‑school / extra‑curricular activities: Lunchtime clubs are generally free; many after‑school clubs and externally run activities carry additional fees that vary by activity. Precise charges for specific clubs are not published.
- Learning support, specialist services, trips and materials: Any fees for specialist learning support, educational trips, examination registration, or extra materials are not published as a consolidated schedule and are normally charged as incurred or listed on activity communications when applicable.

Refund information and withdrawal/notice terms
- No consolidated public statement of refund policy, deposit return, notice periods, or penalties for mid‑year withdrawal is published in the school's publicly available materials. The school's admissions policy does state there is a six‑month trial period on both sides, but specific financial refund terms associated with withdrawal are not published.

Fee payment options
- The school's public pages do not list a complete set of accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, direct debit, credit card). Online parent portals are used for some services (for example meal ordering), but the exact payment channels for tuition and ancillary charges are not published.

Important summary (clarification of public availability)
- IBIS does not publish a public, detailed fee schedule for the current academic year. The only readily accessible numerical figures located online are third‑party directory estimates (for example, the one‑time registration fee and the broad annual day‑school fee ranges quoted above). The school's public information does confirm it is a non‑boarding day school for ages 3–12, requires uniform, provides paid hot lunches and charges for some after‑school activities; however, precise termly or per‑year tuition by year group, exact billing dates, payment methods, refund rules and other specific fee terms are not publicly listed.

Uniform Requirement

Uniform is compulsory. The uniform is provided by Dress For School and items can be ordered online.

Food Options

Lunch is delivered daily by Lehmanns with two daily options, each including a fresh salad and dessert; the menu is nut-free. Students can also bring a packed lunch, and drinks are not included and should be brought separately.

Governance and Ownership

IBIS is a private, non-profit school recognised under German law and managed as a registered association (e.V.). The school association is elected by members and its board includes staff representatives and the headteacher; the board meets monthly and reports to members at least once a year. There is a separate Support Association that provides financial backing; the Headteacher is Tara O'Shea.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The wellbeing program prioritises students' health and social-emotional development. The school cultivates friendships and respectful relationships among students and their families. There is an open ear and a safe space to express themselves. The environment supports social belonging, security and confidence in each child. The school's values include friendship and curiosity, guiding daily life and interaction. The wellbeing program is recognised for its proactive approach to mental health, contributing to a supportive community.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Learning resources are provided by the school at no extra cost. There is a commitment to an individualised approach to learning. Classes are small, with a maximum of 22 students per class, enabling personalised attention. The school provides language support and caters to diverse learner needs, including English as an Additional Language (EAL). German language instruction starts from Year 1 and follows the North Rhine-Westphalian curriculum to support transitions.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

All class teachers are either native English speakers or native standard English speakers. Most of school life is conducted in English, with other languages taught in designated lessons. English as an Additional Language (EAL) is an integral part of school life for students who don't speak English and provides a safe, encouraging route to full participation. The school welcomes learners from many backgrounds and provides ample support to help them reach the required academic and social standards. Parents are not required to speak English, and staff are available to help with communication.

Mental Wellbeing

The wellbeing program prioritises student health and social-emotional development. It was the first school in Germany to receive the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental Health in Schools Bronze Award. In COBIS inspections, the school was named a Beacon School for its proactive approach to wellbeing. The wellbeing programme supports friendships, safe spaces to express themselves and the health of the whole child. The focus is on helping children become healthy, confident and resilient adults.

Safeguarding

The Independent Bonn International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The appointment of new colleagues is subject to safeguarding checks and verification of identity and qualifications. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and national/international disclosure and barring services. The school is an Equal Opportunities employer.

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ISR International School on the Rhine

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour None

Instructs in English, German

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees €14,140 - 21,050

Type Co-educational

ISR International School on the Rhine is a private English-speaking international school for students aged 3 to 18, located in the Düsseldorf–Neuss–Meerbusch region and affiliated with the state of North Rhine-Westphalia. The school offers an international college-preparatory curriculum that combines the IB Diploma Programme and Cambridge IGCSE, with a German Curriculum component. English and German are core languages, and from Grade 6 a third language option (French, Spanish, Japanese or Chinese) is available. In Grades 9–10 students pursue IGCSE courses; Grades 11–12 favor the two-year IB Diploma Programme. To graduate, students earn 26 credits (Grades 9–12) to obtain the ISR High School Diploma, with the Cambridge Pathway guiding upper-school preparation. The Neuss campus comprises about 150,000 square metres, a state-of-the-art building, a three-court sports hall, extensive outdoor facilities, and a High Tech Campus with digital tools, VR, and 3D printers. The school was founded in 2003 and is tuition-funded entirely.

Location

ISR is located in the Düsseldorf/Neuss area of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), Germany. The main campus is Konrad-Adenauer-Ring 2, 41464 Neuss. An international Kindergarten operates in Düsseldorf-Niederkassel and a German-speaking Kindergarten in Meerbusch-Büderich, extending ISR's reach across the region. The campus is accessible by car and public transport, and a school bus service operates across Düsseldorf–Neuss–Meerbusch.

Stages

The school has an international Kindergarten, an international primary school, and an international middle and upper school.

Type

The school is a private English-speaking international school.

Pupil Nationality Mix

Over 1100 children from 60 countries attend ISR.

Additional learning support

The school provides individualized support for students based on their abilities.

Country affiliation

Affiliated with the state of North Rhine-Westphalia and recognized as a private school.

School day structure

ISR is a full-day school.

Bus service

Four bus companies provide school transport across the Düsseldorf–Neuss–Meerbusch region. Partners include Zweelo and Wabbels; the service is emission-free and serves approximately 90 children on 12 routes.

Application fees
- No fixed, publicly listed application, assessment or one-time registration fee amount is published; the school requires completion of an applicant questionnaire and provides the specific admission-related charges after the application is processed.

Tuition fees (by year group, per term and per year)
- ISR does not publish a public, grade-by-grade fee table showing exact per-term and per-year amounts. Fees vary by grade level and campus.
- Third-party listings report typical annual tuition ranges for ISR in the region at approximately EUR 13,000 to EUR 20,000 per year depending on the student's grade/program; those listings do not provide an official per-term breakdown from the school. Use the listed annual range only as an indicative guide because no official per-term/per-grade schedule is published publicly.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- No standard public billing schedule (for example fixed invoice dates or a published instalment calendar) is provided in the school's publicly available fee materials. The school states that tuition funds all operations and that specific fee amounts are communicated to families through the application/admissions process.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- The school's public fee information does not include a published boarding programme fee schedule. Some external listings include boarding figures (for example one third-party listing shows an annual boarding amount for older grades), but there is no boarding fee table published in the school's public fee materials.

Other costs and typical additional charges
- Additional costs commonly associated with attendance that are referenced in public materials and third-party summaries include: school meals/catering, school-bus transport, textbooks and learning materials, examination fees (external examinations where applicable), extracurricular activity fees, and school uniform or merchandise. Specific prices for these items are not presented in a public fee table.
- Summer-school and short programme charges are published for those separate programmes; a published past Summer School contract shows programme fees by package and a stated enrollment cancellation fee of EUR 50 for that programme. These programme charges are separate from standard tuition.

Refund information
- No public, detailed refund or withdrawal schedule for regular tuition (percent refunds by notice period) is published in the school's publicly available fee material. A published Summer School contract includes a specific small cancellation fee for that programme, but a comprehensive tuition refund table is not published in the publicly available fee pages.

Fee payment options
- The school's public fee pages do not publish a definitive list of accepted payment channels (for example which credit cards, electronic payment portals or the exact bank-transfer details are used). Payment methods and invoicing arrangements are provided to families through the admissions/accounting process.

Summary statement for database use
- ISR operates on tuition funding that varies by grade and campus; the school does not publish a public, grade-by-grade per-term and per-year fee schedule. Approximate annual tuition ranges reported by third-party sources are EUR 13,000–EUR 20,000, and some third-party listings include separate boarding figures for older grades. Specific application, instalment, refund and payment-method details are communicated to applicants through the school's admissions/accounting process rather than in a public fee table.

Curriculum

ISR offers an international, college-preparatory curriculum. English and German are core; from Grade 6 a third language is offered (French, Spanish, Japanese or Chinese). In Grades 9–10, students take IGCSE courses; in Grades 11–12 most students begin the two-year IB Diploma Program. To graduate, students earn 26 credits in Grades 9–12 to obtain the ISR High School Diploma. The Cambridge Pathway underpins the upper school curriculum and guides preparation for universities worldwide.

Student Teacher Ratio

Over 1,000 students and around 160 teaching staff, giving an approximate student-to-teacher ratio of about 6:1.

Exam Results

IB results are well above world and German averages; graduates have gone on to study at top universities worldwide and in Germany. In the past three years, 100% of students who wished to enter German universities did so by meeting German IB requirements for the Allgemeine Hochschulreife.

Higher Education Progression

ISR graduates have studied at top universities around the world and in Germany; the program prepares students to meet the entry requirements of universities in the United States, Canada, Germany, the United Kingdom and other regions.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school places a strong emphasis on social and emotional development, helping children communicate their needs and build relationships with peers. The pedagogical team includes staff dedicated to student wellbeing, including Wellbeing Counsellors and a school nurse. Students have weekly Wellbeing Advising sessions with the Wellbeing Counselling team, focusing on self-awareness, respect, online safety, and related skills. The guiding principle is "We Enable Great Minds and Strong Characters" and underpins daily practice.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school is English-speaking. A third language is studied from Grade 6 with a choice of French, Spanish, Japanese or Chinese. In Meerbusch, there is a bilingual program for kindergarten that supports English language development through play.

Mental Wellbeing

Wellbeing Counselling is provided by qualified staff to support students' mental health and wellbeing. Wellbeing Counsellors meet with students individually or in small groups to address topics such as conflict management, test-taking anxiety, stress, friendship issues, sadness, and self-esteem. Counselling is confidential and follows safeguarding procedures, with risk considerations referred to the Designated Safeguarding Lead when necessary.

Safeguarding

ISR has a Safeguarding Policy that defines safeguarding as protecting children from maltreatment, preventing impairment of health or development, ensuring safe and effective care, and taking action to enable the best outcomes. The policy outlines training and induction for staff, the roles of the Designated Safeguarding Lead and deputies, and clear reporting pathways across all school life. Appendix D details Wellbeing Counselling, and safeguarding procedures require staff, students, parents, volunteers, and visitors to cooperate; confidentiality is maintained where appropriate, with safeguarding considerations taking precedence when needed.

Admissions

The ISR International School on the Rhine is an English‑speaking private school serving kindergarten through grade 12 in the Neuss–Düsseldorf region of North Rhine‑Westphalia. Enrollment is possible at any time during the academic year, and virtual meetings and assessments are available. Placement into a grade is determined by academic attainment, with age acting as a limiting factor; kindergarten has no academic requirements but children must be three by June 30 to start in August and must be able to speak and follow simple instructions and be toilet-trained. Students in grades 1–2 meet with the Elementary School Head and complete worksheets. The admission process is personal and informative and includes the following steps: 1. Applicant's Questionnaire (families may apply year‑round; starting in late winter or early spring for the following school year is recommended due to space availability); 2) Campus Tour at ISR Neuss (to learn about the curriculum and meet admissions staff); 3) School Records (transcripts, assessment results from the previous two years, and any psychological/neurological evaluations); 4) Knowledge Check (grades 3–11 take tests in English, Mathematics, and German; grades 10–11 also test in Social Science and General Science and may have a third language; grades 8+ are interviewed by the School Director and/or Academic Head; durations range from about 30 minutes for grades 1–2 to 3 hours for grades 3–9; 10–11 may take one to two days); 5) Offer of Placement (provided after review of knowledge checks, academic background, social and emotional development, and aptitude); 6) Enrollment Contract (enrollment is possible year‑round).

Scholarships

ISR regularly offers scholarships to applicants who have achieved very good academic standards and/or are from low‑ to middle‑income families. Qualification is determined by means of an entrance knowledge check that is taken after a preliminary evaluation on the basis of documents (school reports, recommendations, etc.). The decision about the number of new scholarships and possible modifications to the scholarship requirements is made annually in April/May for the following school year. Download ISR's scholarship application packet.

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