Compare IB Curriculum International Schools in Munich, Germany

Bavarian International School - City Campus

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 11 years

Fees €18,500 - 18,530

Pupils 300

Type Co-educational

The BIS City Campus of the non-profit Bavarian International School is a centrally located urban school in Munich’s Schwabing district, serving approximately 300 students from more than 40 nations (Early Childhood to Grade 5). As an International Baccalaureate World School, it implements the Primary Years Programme (PYP) with a focus on inquiry-based, collaborative and innovative learning. The campus is notably recognized as one of only 25 Positive Discipline Lab Schools globally, emphasizing a supportive social-emotional environment. Facilities include two dedicated sports halls, an ed tech studio, an arts centre, a library with more than 18.000 books (and millions of digital copies), a cafeteria with theatre stage and a brand new outdoor playground. Students benefit from an extensive After School Activities program featuring options such as Theatre, Coding, Chess, Swimming, Karate, Basketball, Football and many more. This campus provides a family-like atmosphere for international and local German families seeking a future-ready education with holistic and personalised learning. Every student is known and supported After completing elementary school at the BIS City Campus, students move on to the secondary school at the Haimhausen Campus.

Location

The BIS City Campus is located in Munich-Schwabing.

Stages

The school offers Early Childhood to Grade 5 at BIS City Campus. In Haimhausen, BIS offers Early Childhood to Grade 12.

Type

The school is a non-profit gAG (gemeinnützige Aktiengesellschaft) with two campuses.

Pupil Nationality Mix

28% German local families, 72% families from all over the world (40 different nations)

Additional learning support

The school offers an English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme, a Newcomer Centre and Learning Support.

School day structure

BIS City Campus:
School Day from 8:20 to 15:15
After School Activities from 15:30 to 16:30
After School Care until 18:00

Bus service

Families can book our bus transportation service.

Boarding Arrangements

No boarding.

Uniform Requirement

No school uniforms.
Only Physical Education (PE) kits and LIONS sports clothes.

Food Options

Daily lunch catering offered by our experienced partner KATERINE (daily options: with meat or fish; vegetarian; or pasta).

Governance and Ownership

The Bavarian International School is a gemeinnützige Aktiengesellschaft (non-profit stock corporation). It operates two campuses: the Haimhausen Campus and the City Campus in Munich.

Curriculum

The school offers the full range of IB programmes: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP). PYP is for ages 3-12, MYP is for ages 13-16, and DP/CP are for ages 16-19. The two campuses are the City Campus in Munich and the Haimhausen Campus. English is the language of instruction; German language classes are offered from Grade 1 and additional languages—French, Spanish, Japanese and Mandarin—begin in Grade 6. Support services include language and learning support, pastoral care and university counselling.

Student Teacher Ratio

The school reports an average student–teacher ratio of 7:1.

Exam Results

In 2025, two BIS DP graduates achieved the maximum 45/45 points; 17% of graduates scored more than 40 points. In 2023, the DP average was 35 points, with 18.3% scoring above 40. These results indicate BIS DP scores are competitive with, and often above, global averages.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates are admitted to top universities around the world. University and career counselling support students with higher education planning, including events with university representatives and targeted guidance.

Academic calendar

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

BIS has a holistic pastoral care program that supports students' academic, social, and emotional wellbeing. The pastoral care team works with educators across the school to provide vital support and to foster stable, strong relationships. Pastoral Leaders and mentors support students through a structured network from teachers to pastoral leaders to ensure care. The IB Approaches to Learning identify affective skills such as mindfulness, perseverance, emotional management, self-motivation and resilience as part of student development. The PSHE program covers topics including sexual education, body image, digital safety, equity, and bullying to help students stay healthy, safe and prepared for life and work.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

BIS Learning Support provides services for students with mild learning differences to support their access to the curriculum. Learning Support teachers work with classroom teachers, families and external professionals to create an inclusive learning environment. Services include monitoring, in-class support, and individual or small-group instruction, with modifications documented in students' Individualised Education Plans. BIS offers the Infinity Programme for asynchronous learners, currently for Grades 6-8, giving high-achieving students opportunities to deepen topics and receive targeted teacher professional development on social and emotional needs of high-achieving students. The program aims to minimize obstacles to learning and accommodate diverse needs through a variety of delivery models.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The EAL programme equips each student with social and academic language skills to access BIS's learning environment. Every EAL student may continue learning their native language through the Home Language Programme. A home language survey and English language skills assessment determine placement along the language acquisition continuum. In secondary school, newcomers join the Newcomer Centre for Grades 6-8; Grades 6-10 join MYP English Language Acquisition; Grade 11 students study English B in the IB Diploma or High School Diploma. The Home Language literacy level is a key predictor of English language acquisition and academic success; maintaining Home Language affords academic, professional and cultural opportunities.

Mental Wellbeing

BIS supports mental wellbeing through a dedicated counselling and pastoral care framework for students, parents, and staff. The Counselling Department operates in a supportive, confidential, solution-focused manner and uses best practices from international models in school counselling and the American School Counselling Association. Counselling services address transitions, academic support, stress management, friendship/relationship issues, group programs, crisis counselling, and wellbeing lessons tailored to grade level needs. The pastoral care program aligns with IB Approaches to Learning affective skills, PSHE components, and a broader aim to develop social and emotional skills and resilience. BIS emphasizes healthy lifestyle and emotional and social development through professional staff and ongoing wellbeing initiatives.

Safeguarding

The Health team provides child protection services across campuses as part of daily care. The Counselling Department safeguards the human rights of all members of the BIS community, and supports a safe learning environment. BIS collaborates with local health and school authorities to ensure safety, health, and wellbeing. The BIS site links to a Whistleblower Protection policy to safeguard staff and students; such policies exist as part of their safeguarding framework. BIS is committed to safeguarding children and young people as part of its pastoral and wellbeing framework.

History

Founded on February 18, 1991, BIS began in rented rooms of a former primary school in Goldach/Hallbergmoos with five students; by the end of the first year, 12 students from five nations attended. BIS now operates on two campuses with approximately 1,250 students from more than 60 nations. BIS is a non-profit joint-stock company (gemeinnützige Aktiengesellschaft). In 2021 BIS celebrated 30 years, launching a new brand and website, announcing its first-ever scholarship with Deutsche Finance Group, launching a new school mobile app, and initiating plans for the Creativity and Innovation Centre (CIC).

Community

The BIS community is inclusive and active. The Parent Community Council (PCC) is a key part of the BIS community and is made up of volunteer parents and family members. The PCC's mission is to enrich BIS's educational and cultural experiences, encourage mutual support, and build community across both campuses. Social gatherings led by the PCC occur throughout the year, including Orientation Day for new families, Welcome Coffee, Grade and Language meet ups, picnics, and wine-and-cheese evenings. The PCC also supports clubs such as Culture Club and Men's Stammtisch.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

The Parent Community Council (PCC) is BIS's parent volunteer council, composed of volunteer parents and family members. Its mission is to enrich BIS's educational and cultural experiences, encourage mutual support, and build community across both campuses. The PCC operates through Grade representatives, Language representatives, Area representatives, and an Executive Committee; contact is pcc@bis-school.com and there are BIS PCC Facebook pages for the community. The PCC hosts social gatherings throughout the year, including Orientation Day for new families, Welcome Coffee, Grade and Language meet ups, picnics, and wine-and-cheese evenings. It also supports clubs such as Culture Club and Men's Stammtisch.

Facilities Overview

Two BIS campuses operate in Munich: City Campus in Schwabing and the Haimhausen Campus north of Munich. The learning spaces include libraries, design labs, classrooms and physical education facilities. BIS has three libraries across the campuses, including City Campus Library and Haimhausen Library. There are 119 classrooms across both campuses, and learning spaces also include City Campus Makerspace and Haimhausen Makerspace, Technology & Design Labs, and Visual & Performing Arts spaces with digital resources available in libraries. Physical Education facilities provide indoor and outdoor spaces, with 965 students active weekly and tournaments in Football, Basketball, Track & Field, Volleyball and Cross Country.

Sports Facilities

Indoor gymnasiums and a range of indoor and outdoor facilities support Physical Education at BIS. The City Campus and Haimhausen Campus provide spaces for PE lessons and after-school sport, including football, basketball, track and field, volleyball and cross-country. A large indoor basketball court is part of the facilities. 965 students participate in Physical Education each week, and BIS hosts several sports tournaments each year.

Academic Facilities

BIS has three libraries across the campuses and offers digital resources to support research. Library spaces include City Campus Library and Haimhausen Library. There are 119 classrooms across both campuses, and BIS offers Makerspaces on City Campus and Haimhausen, plus Technology & Design Labs and Visual & Performing Arts spaces to support creative and technical learning. The typical BIS classroom is a well-equipped learning space designed to support collaboration and inquiry, with access to digital resources.

Extra Curricular Facilities

There are around 80 After-school activities per week, spanning athletics, arts and other clubs.

Academic & Intellectual

The school is an accredited International Baccalaureate World School offering all four IB programmes: Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, Diploma Programme, and Career-related Programme. The IB Diploma is recognised by top universities in Germany and worldwide. 1,250 students from 70 nations study at BIS across two campuses in Munich city centre and in Haimhausen. The child's development is at the centre of BIS's educational approach and includes language support, learning support, pastoral care, mental health and wellbeing, and university counselling.

Arts & Creative

Visual and Performing Arts are central to BIS; students engage in performing and visual arts across the curriculum. In the Diploma Programme, students can study music, theatre, or visual arts, and they share their work through exhibitions and performances. Students have opportunities to take private music lessons on campus and participate in ensembles, theatre productions, and after-school arts activities. Arts events include the Arts Exhibition in the Haimhausen Castle, Wearable Art Show, theatre productions, ISTA festivals, workshops with visiting international artists, music concerts and recitals, and performances at the Christmas Market and International Spring Festival.

Cultural & Language

English is the language of instruction at BIS. In addition to English, five main languages are taught: German, Spanish, French, Japanese and Mandarin. German language classes are offered from Grade 1 onwards for all proficiency levels, and French, Spanish, Japanese and Mandarin begin in Grade 6. A Home Language Programme offers 17 additional languages.

Social & Hobbies

The school offers 80 After School Activities per week across the two campuses, ranging from coding to theatre and from basketball to music. Signature programmes in the Secondary School include the BIS Entrepreneurship Club, Model United Nations, European Eco-School, and The Duke of Edinburgh International Award. Excursions and class trips are an integral part of BIS learning experiences.

Community & Service

Social engagement is a mandatory part of the BIS curriculum, notably in Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) in Grades 11-12. There are opportunities for volunteering and community service through various groups and events. The BIS community is inclusive and full of life, characterised by kindness, respect, care and cooperation.

Leadership & Professional

Entrepreneurship Club and The Duke of Edinburgh International Award are part of BIS's leadership and personal development offerings. Model United Nations is a signature programme that develops leadership and collaboration skills. BIS provides university counselling and career development support to help students plan their futures.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Mental health and wellbeing are supported through BIS's student services. The nutrition programme ensures healthy, tasty food is available to students on both campuses, and transportation services are provided to help students travel safely to and from school.

Admissions

Admissions at BIS uses rolling admissions with a five-step process: Enquire, Visit, Apply, Decision, Enrolment. The application process includes submitting an online application, paying a non-refundable €200 application fee, testing and screening (EC2–Grade 5 may have guest days and a German language screening; Grades 6–12 may complete an online English placement test and a spontaneous writing assignment, followed by a personal interview, which can be conducted via video for long-distance applicants). The Admissions Committee reviews all components and aims to provide an admission decision within 10 working days after receiving a complete application, though this may extend during holidays or if extra information is required. A place is confirmed only after the application is complete, the enrolment contract is signed, and fees have been received. Enrollment priorities favour expat families first, then siblings, then local German families. If spaces are limited, applicants are placed on a waiting list and BIS cannot disclose a specific position on the wait list. The language of instruction is English; German is taught as part of the curriculum from Grade 1, and five other main languages are taught (German, Spanish, French, Japanese, Mandarin).

Scholarships

Scholarship Programme is run by Friends of BIS e.V. and BIS funds scholarships to enable particularly gifted and capable students to attend BIS regardless of parental income. In addition to Believe, Inspire, and Succeed, BIS is introducing the Dr. Chrissie Sorenson Scholarship for Grades 9–12 starting in 2026–27. The Dr. Chrissie Sorenson Scholarship is named after BIS's Head of School and is funded entirely by a BIS community member; it is available to German or international children who are permanent residents in Germany and whose families can prove financial need. The application process includes emailing scholarship@bis-school.com, submitting a financial questionnaire and a motivation letter, starting the online application, and possibly completing an English test, followed by a presentation to a panel if shortlisted. Deadline for the Dr. Chrissie Sorenson scholarship is April 7, 2026. The first awardee was Isabella B. Important notes: candidates must have permanent residence in Germany; financial need must be proven; existing BIS students are not eligible. For inquiries, scholarship@bis-school.com.

Waitlist

Does BIS have a waiting list? When a grade is full, qualified applicants are placed on a waiting list and contacted as soon as a space opens; BIS cannot disclose a student's position on the wait list.

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Bavarian International School - Haimhausen

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 19 years

Fees €18,500 - 24,850

Pupils 1260

Type Co-educational

Bavarian International School (BIS) is a non-profit IB World School with two Munich campuses: City Campus in Schwabing and the Haimhausen Campus (15 km north of Munich). BIS offers the full International Baccalaureate continuum—PYP for ages 3–12, MYP for 13–16, and DP and CP for 16–19—with English as the language of instruction. German is taught from Grade 1 and additional languages (French, Spanish, Japanese and Mandarin) begin in Grade 6. The school serves approximately 1,260 students from more than 70 nations. BIS provides language & learning support, pastoral care & wellbeing and university & career counselling. Facilities include three libraries, makerspaces, tech & design studios, science labs, visual & performing arts spaces, plus indoor and outdoor sport facilities. In Spring 2027, BIS will be opening the new 25 Mio. EUR Creativity & Innovation Centre (CIC) as the new heart of the Secondary School in Haimhausen, following the STEAM concept (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Maths). About 80 After School Activities are offered weekly - in Munich, families can also choose After School Care until 6 pm in addition. Signature clubs include Model United Nations (MUN), BIS Entrepreneurship Club, BIS Authors Club, European Eco-School and The Duke of Edinburgh International Award, reflecting BIS's emphasis on holistic and personalised learning, future skills and international-mindedness. BIS - a place for everyone to grow and flourish.

Curriculum

International Baccalaureate (IB):
- Primary Years Programme (PYP)
- Middle Years Programme (MYP)
- Diploma Programme (DP)
- Career-related Programme (CP)

Student Teacher Ratio

7,5:1

Exam Results

Year after year, the IB DP scores of BIS graduates are about 4 points above the global average, with a pass rate between 97 and 100%. In 2026, the average score was 35 points. 12% scored more than 40 points, and over 43% scored 36 points. You can find the BIS School Profile here: https://www.bis-school.com/admissions/resources

https://www.bis-school.com/admissions/resources

Gifted and Talented

BIS Infinity Programme

Admissions

We are delighted to provide information, support, and guidance throughout the enrollment process, from your first inquiry to your child’s first day on campus. We look forward to speaking with you personally and introducing you to our vibrant, caring international communities in Haimhausen and Munich City.

Please contact our team: admissions@bis-school.com

Scholarships

BIS is very proud to have a Scholarship Programme. So far, we have been able to offer 4 fully funded scholarships for Grades 9–12.

Waitlist

In some grade levels, there may be waiting lists—but we always recommend contacting the admissions team directly.

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International Bilingual School Munich

Instructs in English, German

Ages 6 - 11 years

Type Co-educational

International Bilingual School Munich offers a full-day program and IB World School status since 2017. It combines the IB Primary Years Programme with the Bavarian LehrplanPLUS curriculum for ages 6 to 11 inclusive, delivering core subjects in a bilingual English–German environment. In classes 1 to 4, English-speaking and German-speaking teachers work together under a one language model, with families able to choose a focus language and receive extra instruction. Assessments rely on performance-based methods—PYP portfolios, conferences, and ongoing feedback—alongside periodic standardised tests. IBSM has been state-approved since 2010 and runs four classes, normally up to 25 pupils per class, with all-day sessions from 9:00 to 16:00. The Lerchenauerstraße campus is complemented by a planned Feldmochinger Campus featuring a bilingual library, an auditorium, a roof terrace, and spaces for movement and sport; a Mensa serves meals. After-school activities include breakdance, yoga, swimming and art workshops; social-emotional learning is central to PYP.

Location

Located at Lerchenauerstraße 197, 80935 Munich, Germany. International Bilingual School Munich is a nonprofit company (gemeinnützige GmbH). It serves students from more than 25 nations.

Stages

Primary school (Grundschule) with the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP); bilingual English-German immersion.

Type

Non-profit private primary school; full-day school (Ganztagsschule); IB World School.

Pupil Nationality Mix

Students from more than 25 nations.

Additional learning support

IBSM Förderprogramm supports different Lerntypen and provides classroom differentiation; ongoing teacher professional development; supports bilingual learning.

Country affiliation

Germany

School day structure

Full-day school (Ganztagsschule).

Application fees

- The school charges an ibsm registration fee (Anmeldegebühr) as part of the admission process.

Tuition fees by school year / term

- The parental tuition contribution is income-dependent and calculated using an ibsm fee calculator based on gross annual family income. The school publishes the calculator and describes an "ibsm monthly fee" as the relevant contribution metric, rather than fixed published tuition rates by year group. No fixed per-term or per-year fee schedule by year group is publicly published.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Fees are described in terms of a monthly parental contribution ("ibsm monthly fee") determined by submitted income documents; the site indicates the actual parental contribution will be determined from those documents. A specific, published billing schedule (for example, exact due dates, termly invoicing, or instalment options) and formal payment terms are not provided in the publicly available materials.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- The school operates as a state-approved all-day (day) school and does not present itself as a boarding school; there are no boarding fees published.

Other costs and fees (uniforms, transport, exams, activities, etc.)

- The school states that its costs are met by parental contributions and government subsidies and that additional costs related to the school's support programme are met through parent contributions and external sponsoring. No itemised public list of additional compulsory costs (uniforms, transport/bus fees, meal plans, IB/assessment/exam fees, classroom materials, or extracurricular activity charges) with amounts is provided.

Refund information

- No publicly published refund policy for registration or tuition payments was found in the school's available download materials.

Fee payment options (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, etc.)

- No specific payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, online payment portal) are published in the publicly available materials.

Brief summary of findings and limits of the publicly available information

- What is published: the school uses an income-based parental contribution model calculated by an ibsm fee calculator; a registration fee is charged; the school is funded by parental contributions together with government subsidies; the school is a state-approved all-day (day) school.

- What is not published / could not be located in the available materials: fixed numeric tuition rates broken down by year group and by term; a detailed billing schedule with due dates or instalment options; amounts for registration, uniforms, transport, meals, exam fees, or any other specific ancillary fees; a published refund policy; and the accepted payment methods.

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Curriculum

The ibsm curriculum combines the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) with the Bavarian LehrplanPLUS curriculum for primary schools in all subjects and years. The arts, music, physical education and social learning also form part of the curriculum. In the bilingual primary school, classes 1 to 4 are taught by an English-speaking and a German-speaking teacher, following the 'one person – one language' principle. This enables natural bilingualism with two languages in a single environment; families may choose a focus language (English or German) with additional coaching in the chosen language. Assessment is based on performance-based methods; the PYP includes portfolios, conferences and ongoing assessments in place of traditional grades, and standardised tests are conducted at intervals. The school is state-approved since 2010 and an IB World School since 2017; there are four classes (1–4), normally up to 25 children per class, with all-day sessions from 9:00 to 16:00.

Higher Education Progression

Optimal preparation for the transition to secondary school.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The Violence Prevention Program Second Step is used to strengthen social and emotional competencies from first grade onward. It teaches students to regulate their emotions, develop empathy and resolve conflicts constructively through interactive, age-appropriate units. The program is evidence-based and aims to improve the learning environment and school climate. It supports social interactions and the emotional development of students.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Minihaus München and Kinderhaus München are partners for special needs education. Arbeitskreis Legasthenie Bayern e.V. provides support with literacy and numeracy. Feinschliff – Die Bildungsakademie offers in-house staff training to support inclusive education. The school recognises different types of learning and fosters individual talents.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Bilingual (English/German) education through immersion.

Mental Wellbeing

Second Step supports mental wellbeing by teaching emotional regulation, empathy and constructive conflict resolution. The program is designed to strengthen social-emotional competencies and enhance the school climate.

Safeguarding

The Violence Prevention Program Second Step promotes safety and a positive school climate with age-appropriate units from first grade onward. It focuses on emotional regulation, empathy and conflict resolution to foster a safe school community.

Facilities Overview

The International Bilingual School Munich operates at Lerchenauerstraße 197 in Munich and is expanding with a bilingual Feldmochinger Campus to include nursery, kindergarten, and a bilingual full-day primary school for ages 0 to 10. The Feldmochinger Campus features bright, modern classrooms, centrally located marketplaces, spaces for movement, rhythm and sport, a bilingual library, a spacious auditorium, and a roof terrace. It also offers an outdoor area with mature trees and play spaces, and a Mensa for meals. The campus will host IBSM and IKC programs under a two-language immersion model as part of an international early-to-primary education pathway. The school runs a state-approved all-day program (9:00–16:00) with the Primary Years Programme and students from more than 25 nations.

Sports Facilities

The Feldmochinger Campus provides spaces designed for movement, rhythm, and sport, integrated into flexible learning environments. There are dedicated spaces for physical education and outdoor activity as part of the campus design. The campus layout supports a range of sporting activities through both indoor and outdoor provisions.

Academic Facilities

The school offers the Primary Years Programme with bilingual immersion, with classes taught by one English-speaking and one German-speaking teacher. Units of Inquiry guide learning across six interdisciplinary areas in German and English. The PYP learner profile emphasizes inquiry, knowledge, communication, and global-mindedness across subjects. Assessments include regular progress checks, self-assessments, 3-way conferences, and the PYP Portfolio, supported by standardized tests such as Hamburger Schreib-Probe, Deutscher Mathematik-Test, and International Schools Assessment. The Fokussprache option allows families to choose a focus language (German or English) with additional language instruction.

Extra Curricular Facilities

After 16:00, annually changing extracurricular activities are offered through external partners, including breakdance, yoga, swimming courses, and art workshops. The after-school activities are delivered within the school's all-day program structure. The school emphasizes social-emotional learning and holistic development as part of the PYP framework. External partnerships enrich learning beyond the classroom through hands-on experiences.

Academic & Intellectual

The school uses the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) together with the Bavarian LehrplanPLUS for holistic, discovery-based learning that prepares students for secondary school. The curriculum includes languages (English and German), mathematics, science and social studies as part of the Units of Inquiry, and also covers the arts, music, physical education and social learning. Assessments move away from traditional grades toward performance-based methods, including student–teacher–parent conferences, portfolios and regular feedback. The PYP learner profile describes students as Inquirers, Thinkers, Communicators, Risk-Takers, Knowledgeable, Principled, Caring, Open-Minded, Well-Balanced and Reflective.

Arts & Creative

The arts, music, physical education and social learning are part of the primary curriculum. Units of Inquiry integrate language and arts, supporting creative development. The PYP portfolio records extracurricular activities and artistic development. After school leisure activities include an art workshop.

Cultural & Language

Language immersion uses English and German, with two teachers per class: one English-speaking and one German-speaking, following the 'one person – one language' principle. Units of Inquiry are conducted in English and German, enabling students to learn in both languages. Parents can choose a focus language for their child (English or German) with additional coaching provided.

Social & Hobbies

Leisure activities after 16:00 are offered by external collaborators and change each year, including breakdancing, yoga, swimming lessons and art workshops. Violence prevention is addressed with the Second Step program to strengthen social and emotional skills. A comprehensive approach includes regular performance feedback and a portfolio that records social development.

Community & Service

Psychological counseling is available for parents and teachers. The school provides access to specialized support for dyslexia and dyscalculia via an affiliated coaching group and collaborates with a speech therapy practice on campus. The school emphasises social responsibility through units that explore rights and responsibilities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

All-day classes run from 9:00 to 16:00. Hot lunches are available with vegetarian and meat options. The school provides psychological consulting and emphasizes social-emotional development through programs such as Second Step. After-school leisure activities support wellbeing and physical activity.

Language Provision

Languages taught are English and German. Units of Inquiry are conducted in English and German. The Primary Years Programme is used and aligned with the Bavarian curriculum for primary schools; when joining, parents can choose a focus language (English or German), and all children receive additional coaching in the chosen focus language.

Bilingual Teaching

Classes 1–4 are taught by an English-speaking and a German-speaking teacher throughout, following the 'one person – one language' principle.

Immersion Programs

Natural bilingualism immersion promotes multilingualism; immersion is the most effective way to acquire a new language; the language is used as the medium for play, work and communication, enabling students to learn two languages in a natural environment.

Admissions

1. Complete the admissions questionnaire to join the waiting list. You will automatically be invited to the next information event or informed when a place becomes available. The admissions procedure for the new school year starts in December, and the first information events take place in October. In January and February, a taster morning is offered for all new students in class 1. Allocation of places is complete by early March.

2. Children joining years 2, 3 and 4 are invited for a taster week, and after this the school decides on admission. Admission criteria are language proficiency, academic standard, attitude to work and social skills.

3. Applications are accepted all year round; allocation of places depends on current availability and the child's specific requirements.

Waitlist

Completing the questionnaire adds you to the waiting list; you will be invited to the next information event or informed when a place is available.

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Munich International School

Instructs in English

Ages 4 - 18 years

Fees €13,590 - 27,583

Pupils 1300

Type Co-educational

Munich International School (MIS) is an independent day IB World School for ages 4–18 on a 55-acre campus near Starnberg. MIS offers the IB continuum—PYP, MYP and the Diploma Programme (DP)—with DP the senior pathway. IB authorization dates from 1980. In DP results, the Class of 2023 achieved 100% DP passes; the Class of 2025 saw 95% graduate with a Diploma, averaging 35 points and 106 diplomas awarded. Facilities support interdisciplinary, project-based learning. The Learning NeXus (opened August 2024) is a central hub with a flexible floor plan, the NeXus Library, Language Center and Makers' Lab. The Senior School houses a Performing Arts Center; the Junior School includes an auditorium and a gym. Outdoor education and sustainability are central, with extensive sports spaces and wilderness trails. The Tanzania Project and Duke of Edinburgh Award illustrate service and leadership. After-school activities include Speech & Debate, Pop-Up Art and Dungeons & Dragons.

Location

The school is located at Schloss Buchhof, 82319 Starnberg, Germany. MIS sits on a 55-acre campus near the city of Starnberg in the Bavarian Lake District, just outside Munich. It is accessible from Munich and is served by an extensive bus network.

Stages

Early Childhood; Junior School; Middle School; Senior School.

Type

Day school

Pupil Nationality Mix

60+ nationalities represented.

Additional learning support

English as an Additional Language (EAL) support from Grades 1-8.

School day structure

Junior School day 9:05–3:15; Early Childhood day 9:05–1:20, 3:15, or 4:20 depending on the day; Middle and Senior Schools day 9:05–4:05.

Bus service

Bus transportation offers more than 80 routes with over 700 stops, covering about 80% of the areas where MIS students reside; bus routes and sizes are reviewed during the summer; bus fees apply.

Application and Registration Fees
- Application Fee: €330 payable with each application.
- Entrance Fee (new students): €9,421 per child in the first year; €3,944 per child in the second and third school years. The Entrance Fee is due by 1 July.
- Registration Fee (first year of enrolment): €2,021 payable with signature of the School Contract.
- Re-enrollment Fee (returning students): €1,004.

Annual Tuition Fees and Instalment Amounts (School Year/Grade Breakdown)
- Early Childhood (EC / Kindergarten) — annual tuition and available booking options:
- Morning (4–5 hours/day): €13,590 (one-year amount). Installment (50%): €6,795.
- Short Day (5–6 hours/day): €15,463. Installment (50%): €7,731.50.
- Regular Day (6–7 hours/day): €17,337. Installment (50%): €8,668.50.
- Extended Day (7–8 hours/day): €20,059. Installment (50%): €10,029.50.
- Grades 1–4: Annual Tuition €18,289. Per instalment (50%): €9,144.50.
- Grades 5–8: Annual Tuition €20,928. Per instalment (50%): €10,464.00.
- Grade 9: Annual Tuition €22,967. Per instalment (50%): €11,483.50.
- Grades 10–11: Annual Tuition €26,196. Per instalment (50%): €13,098.00.
- Grade 12: Annual Tuition €27,583. Per instalment (50%): €13,791.50.

Technology Fee
- Technology Fee (due by 1 July each year) by grade:
- Early Childhood: €676.
- Grades 1–4: €1,016.
- Grades 5–8: €1,077.
- Grades 9–12 (BYOD): €706.
- Technology Fee supports IT infrastructure and 1:1 device provision.

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms
- Annual Tuition Fee billing: two instalments — 1st instalment (50% of annual Tuition Fee) payable by 1 July; 2nd instalment (50%) payable by 1 December.
- Payment methods accepted: bank transfer only; cash payments are not accepted. All payments must be made in euros. Any foreign-currency transfers will be credited at the school account's exchange rate and bank charges/exchange differences will be charged to the family account. IBAN and SWIFT/BIC for bank transfers are provided for payer use (IBAN: DE42 7025 0150 0022 8272 73; BIC: BYLADEM1KMS).
- Special Payment Plan (SPP) option for families paying 100% privately: equal payments due on 1 July, 1 October, 1 January, and 1 April; SPP requires direct debit and CFO approval; a service fee of €500 applies and is added to the first invoice. Revoked direct debits invalidate the SPP and full payment becomes due immediately.

Sibling Reductions and Fee-Reduction Programmes
- Sibling reductions: families with three or more children enrolled simultaneously receive reductions for the youngest child(ren): 10% reduction for the third child, 20% reduction for the fourth child and any additional children.
- A School Fee Reduction Programme (SFRP) exists for eligible families; separate application and eligibility criteria apply.

Optional and Additional Fees
- Student Life Programme (SLP), Athletics, Arts and After-School Activities (seasonal fees): various per-activity fees (examples):
- Athletics season fee (standard Wildcats season): €250 per season.
- Arts/After-School Activities (on-site) fees typically range from €65 to €195 per season depending on weekly hours.
- Duke of Edinburgh's International Award participation fee: €250 per year.
- After School Care (ASC) options (annual rates):
- Option A (ASC only): €1,808.
- Option B (ASC Plus): €2,245.
- Option C (EC–Grade 6 early-release Fridays supervision only): €484.
- School bus transportation (annual fees by distance band; round-trip and one-way options):
- Section A (0–7 km): Round trip €1,910; One way €955.
- Section B (7–14 km): Round trip €2,674; One way €1,337.
- Section C (14–21 km): Round trip €3,440; One way €1,720.
- Section D (21–28 km): Round trip €4,204; One way €2,102.
- Section E (>28 km): Round trip €5,094; One way €2,547.
- Laboratory/LIAB or special seasonal lab bus options also have separate fees. Bus fees are charged annually and are subject to proration for late enrolment or early termination according to the school's schedule.
- Other optional costs: optional trips, off-site activities, ISST tournament travel, materials for specific courses, and similar items may be invoiced separately when applicable.
- Uniforms / PE kit: PE uniforms and kit are available for purchase through a local provider.

Refunds, Proration and Withdrawal Terms
- Non-refundable fees: the Application Fee, Registration Fee, and Re-enrollment Fee are non-refundable. The Technology Fee is non-refundable unless the student withdraws before the entry date. The Entrance Fee is non-refundable except when a student has attended MIS for 65 days or less in a given school year; in such a case 50% of that year's Entrance Fee will be refunded. If a student withdraws before the entry date, 100% of the Entrance Fee will be refunded.
- Annual Tuition Fee proration on early termination (refundable percentage based on termination month):
- Termination effective in August: 90% refundable
- September: 80% refundable
- October: 70% refundable
- November: 60% refundable
- December: 50% refundable
- January: 40% refundable
- February: 30% refundable
- March: 20% refundable
- April: 10% refundable
- May: 0% refundable
- June: 0% refundable.
- Bus fees and ASC fees are subject to specific proration and refund rules; bus fees have their own payable/prorated schedule for late enrolment and a specified refundable percentage in case of termination.

Boarding
- Munich International School is a day school and does not offer boarding.

Fee Invoicing and Communication
- Invoices are sent by email only. Families must keep Admissions updated with current contact details to receive invoices and payment communications.

If you require any particular numeric detail reproduced exactly as listed above, these figures reflect the published school fee schedule for the current academic year and the instalment dates and payment terms given here should be used when preparing fee entries.

Uniform Requirement

There is no school uniform. Students from Grade 3 wear a PE uniform during PE lessons.

Food Options

The cafeteria is catered by Genuss und Harmonie, offering freshly made meals using regional and seasonal ingredients. Lunchtime meals are provided, and a cafe is open during campus hours with baked goods, healthy snacks, and sandwiches.

House System

Six Houses exist in the Middle School; each student is assigned to a House, and the Houses compete for points.

Governance and Ownership

Munich International School e.V. is the charitable association that operates MIS and is registered at the local district court in Starnberg. Membership is automatic for parents/guardians upon enrolment, with one vote per member. The Board of Directors consists of nine Association Members and the Head of School as a non‑voting member and can appoint up to five additional members. Day‑to‑day operation, curriculum, and administration are delegated to the Head of School, with the School Leadership Team managing current and future needs. Articles of Association can be downloaded in English or German. The school is located at Schloss Buchhof, 82319 Starnberg, Germany.

Curriculum

The school uses the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. MIS is an IB-authorized school, first authorized in 1980. The Diploma Programme is the standard pathway for almost all Senior School students. In 2023, the Class of 2023 achieved a 100% IB Diploma Programme pass rate. For the Class of 2025, 95% of those who attempted the DP graduated with an IB Diploma, with an average Diploma score of 35 and 106 diplomas awarded.

Exam Results

DP results show a 100% pass rate for the Class of 2023. The Class of 2025 achieved 106 DP diplomas with an average DP score of 35; 95% of those who attempted the DP earned the Diploma. The Diploma Programme is MIS's standard pathway for almost all grade 12 students, with high success rates.

Higher Education Progression

Senior School learning is grounded in real-world connections to support decisions about higher education and career choices.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Well-being is a major focus in Middle School, with deliberate attention to social, emotional, intellectual, physical, and environmental well-being, and a Middle School counsellor is available to support students.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is offered from Grades 1-8.

Mental Wellbeing

MIS provides support and care for emotional and psychological wellbeing through pastoral care and counselling.

Safeguarding

The Welfare Policy protects the health, safety, and welfare of every child; the policy aligns with international, national, and local laws, and all members of the community are responsible for maintaining high standards of care and reporting any suspicion or knowledge of child endangerment. A Child Protection Officer can be reached at childprotection@mis-munich.de, and concerns about the Head of School can be directed to board@mis-munich.de.

History

Munich International School was founded in 1966 as one of the earliest international schools. It is an independent, non-profit IB World School authorised by the International Baccalaureate since 1980. The school sits on a 55-acre campus at Schloss Buchhof in Starnberg, near the Bavarian Lake District. On September 19, 1966, MIS opened its doors for the first time to 120 students in Reception through 8.

Community

MIS has a vibrant, collaborative community with seasonal activities, performances, and tournaments, plus regular Parent-Principal Forums and PTV coffee mornings. Alumni & Friends and Giving are part of the MIS community infrastructure, expanding opportunities for engagement. The MIS community emphasizes ongoing involvement of students, parents, staff, and alumni.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

The Parent Teacher Verein (PTV) is the parent organization at MIS. ‘Verein' is the German word for association. It is a non-profit, volunteer-led association of parents that supports the school community by building connections among parents and with the school. The PTV has goals to create a thriving parent community, improve our children's lives at school, host school-wide events, organize fundraising activities, and liaise with the school management. The PTV runs more than 40 different community groups organized by nationality, grade, and area, as well as social clubs; New Family Workshops; and a New Family Buddy Program to help families settle in. It hosts welcome coffee mornings at the start of the school year and an annual Staff Appreciation Lunch, and coordinates community events such as Frühlingsfest. Becoming a member supports everything the PTV does throughout the year.

Facilities Overview

Munich International School sits on a 55-acre forested campus near Starnberg, offering extensive outdoor learning opportunities and a sustainability focus. The Schloss, built in 1875, is the campus administrative center. The Junior School (Early Childhood and Grades 1–4) forms an interconnected complex with an arena-style auditorium and easy access to the nurses' office, cafeteria, library, gardens and play areas. The Learning NeXus, opened in August 2024, is a purpose-built, flexible co-working space at the heart of MIS to support collaborative, interdisciplinary learning. The NeXus library provides study spaces and IT support, while the LADC houses woodworking and design classrooms, art studios, and a large Makers' Laboratory with a media production studio. The campus also features a Performing Arts Center in the Senior School and a dedicated Junior School Gym, along with a range of indoor and outdoor spaces for learning and recreation.

Sports Facilities

MIS features a quadruple gym in the Fitness & Athletics Building, a regulation-sized track and field with wilderness trails surrounding the campus for cross-country use, a gymnastics program with trained staff, and a dance studio with a ballet bar and heated floors. There are multiple indoor and outdoor basketball, tennis, and volleyball courts, with outdoor courts available during recess and after school.

Academic Facilities

The Learning NeXus is a purpose-built space opened in August 2024 that acts as a central hub for interdisciplinary, project-based learning, with a large, flexible floor plan and IT and library support. The NeXus library provides dedicated library staff and a range of study spaces, collaboration pods, and seminar seating, guided by the four I's of the learning culture: Individual, Interdisciplinary, Interaction and Inspire. The LADC (Language Arts & Design Center) houses woodworking and design classrooms, art studios, and a Middle & Senior School Makers' Laboratory with a media production studio. The Senior School's Performing Arts Center and the Junior School Gym support arts, design and physical education, respectively.

Extra Curricular Facilities

The MIS Student Life Programme offers Athletics, Arts, After School Activities, Duke of Edinburgh and Clubs. Athletics includes Golf, Ski, Tennis, Volleyball, Football/Soccer, Cross Country, Track & Field, Swimming, Basketball, and Softball, with after-school sessions and ISST tournaments.

Academic & Intellectual

The Student Life Programme provides 100+ opportunities for holistic growth across Athletics, Arts, and After-School Activities. The Arts section develops performing and expressive skills with orchestras, ballet, hip-hop, and choir, while After-School Activities include Speech & Debate and Lego Challenge League. Three Makers' Spaces support hands-on learning, including an 80sqm Makers' Space, and the Language Arts & Design Center houses design classrooms and a media production studio. ISST competitions are part of the programme, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is the standard pathway, with the Class of 2023 achieving a 100% DP pass rate and the Class of 2025 averaging 35 Diploma points.

Arts & Creative

The Arts section develops performing and expressive skills and includes orchestras, ballet, hip-hop, and choir. After-School Activities extend the arts with Pop-Up Art, Forest Explorers, Dungeons & Dragons, and Cooking Club. Teams participate in competitions such as Speech & Debate and Lego Challenge League. The school has three Makers' Spaces, including an 80sqm primary Makers' Space, plus the Language Arts & Design Center for woodworking, art studios, and media production.

Cultural & Language

Language A / Mother Tongue Programme provides instruction at MIS in students' mother tongue or best language. The Junior School Library offers more than 22 languages and over 22,000 books. The Language Arts & Design Center houses language classrooms.

Social & Hobbies

MIS offers 100+ after-school activities each year. After-School Activities include Dungeons & Dragons and Cooking Club, with teams that enter Speech & Debate and Lego Challenge League. The Student Life Programme provides experiences within and beyond the regular school day.

Community & Service

Tanzania Project has been MIS's community outreach since 1990. MIS students and coordinators travel annually to Tanzania to support local organizations and projects, including the Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre's Occupational Therapy Clinic. Fundraising and trip blogs accompany the project, with MIS communications sharing stories and impact.

Leadership & Professional

MIS offers the Duke of Edinburgh Award for Senior School students as part of the Student Life Programme. The International Award includes Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels with four sections: Voluntary Service, Expedition, Skills, and Physical Recreation. The program aims to develop life skills, independence, and teamwork, and an awards ceremony recognizes participants.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

The Fitness & Athletics Building (FAB) includes four gymnasiums, a dance studio, a canteen, and changing facilities. Athletic teams train twice weekly and compete in ISST season-end tournaments. The campus also features outdoor spaces, organic gardens, and tracks for recreation and wellbeing.

Admissions

1. Begin the admissions process by using the Apply Now link to start an MIS application. Before starting your 2024-25 school year application, contact the Admissions office to check availability. Fees information for 2024/25 is published to help families plan costs.
2. For the 2025-26 academic year, use the application dashboard to submit your MIS application. The dashboard is accessed via the 'click here' link on the Admissions Process page, which centralizes applications and document submission.
3. Meet Your Admissions Team: Denise Hitchen (Middle & Senior School Specialist), Lee Kim Briffa Jaspers (Junior School Specialist), Julie Kempe (Admissions Generalist & Project Manager), and Elena Ershova (Part-time Admissions Assistant).
4. Review Fees Information for 2024/25 and consider the Fee Reduction Program as a potential financial aid option. FAQs are available for common questions about our school and transfer from other systems.

Scholarships

MIS Scholarship is being developed to widen access by paying school fees for a small number of select students who align with MIS values and mission and show strong potential to contribute to the school and the world beyond. It is funded by donations directed to a dedicated foundation. MIS Gala fundraising in September 2024 raised over €300,000, bringing the project to over 60% of the required funding for launch in the 2025/26 school year. The purpose is to widen access to MIS, bring new students, and support the school's nonprofit status.

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Nymphenburger Schulen

Instructs in German, English

Ages 10 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Located in Germany, Nymphenburger Gymnasium is an IB World School authorised in 2012 to offer both the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and the German Abitur. The Diploma Programme spans two years and uses six subject groups plus the core—Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS); the Extended Essay (EE); and Theory of Knowledge (TOK). Subjects are chosen from Group 1 German A Literature HL; Group 2 English Language & Literature HL and English B HL; Group 3 History SL and Global Politics SL; Group 4 Biology HL and Physics HL; Group 5 Mathematics Analysis & Approaches SL; Group 6 Film SL. As of 2024 a Course Candidate option lets Abitur students complete at least two DP subjects and, core elements to tailor study—for example Biology HL for Medicine or Film for the Arts. Core remains central to inquiry, research and service. Since 2012, the school has facilitated IB Diploma and Abitur pathways.

Location

Located in Munich, Germany. Address: Sadelerstr. 10, 80638 München. Nymphenburger Gymnasium, part of Nymphenburger Schulen, has been designated an IB World School since June 7, 2012 and is authorised to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

Stages

Gymnasium (upper secondary). The IB Diploma Programme is available to upper-form students alongside the Abitur.

Type

Gymnasium (secondary school) with IB World School status.

Country affiliation

Germany

Application / One‑off admission fees
- EUR 500 for entry in Year 5.
- EUR 1,250 for entry in Year 6.
- EUR 1,500 for entry in Year 7.
- EUR 2,000 for entry in Year 8.
- EUR 2,500 for entry in Year 9.
- EUR 3,000 for entry in Year 10 and for entry from Year 11 onward.

Tuition fees (per month and per academic year) by year group
- Gymnasium / Realschule Years 5–9 (includes lunch): EUR 1,027 per month — EUR 12,324 per year.
- Gymnasium / Realschule Year 10 (and Gymnasium Years 10–13): EUR 923.50 per month — EUR 11,082 per year.
- The listed annual amounts are presented as the total annual charge (including the school's annual membership contribution) and are collected as monthly instalments.

IB Diploma costs (where applicable)
- For students in the IB cohort (Q12 and Q13) an additional IB fee of EUR 4,000 per school year applies; this IB fee is payable in November of the respective year.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- A prepayment equal to two monthly instalments of the tuition is charged on enrolment.
- Tuition is billed in twelve monthly instalments.
- The published monthly/yearly amounts include the annual membership contribution of EUR 1,080 and reflect deduction of any applicable state tuition compensation.
- If a pupil does not attend school for a period, the monthly instalment increases for that period because no state tuition compensation is granted for non‑attendance; this also applies if the pupil leaves the school before the expiry of the contractual notice period and, specifically, for pupils in Q13 in July.

Boarding / residential provision
- There is no boarding provision; the schools operate as full‑day day schools (Ganztagsschule), so boarding fees are not applicable.

Other recurring or occasional costs
- Annual software/admin charge for student iPad licences and related software: EUR 130 per year.
- Student ID card fee for Years 5–9: EUR 10, charged every two years.
- One‑off purchase on entry: the school requires purchase of an iPad at school entry; the purchase price is charged once on entry.
- Schoolbooks: schoolbooks are available via a school book market and are additional to tuition.
- School bus: monthly bus fees are charged with the tuition. Typical route prices (example figures from the school bus information) are EUR 60 (West / Pasing) or EUR 115 (East / South routes) per month depending on route; the bus fee is payable monthly with the tuition and contracts are annual unless terminated by the stated deadline.
- Lunch (midday meal) for Years 10–13: EUR 6.90 per meal; lunch costs are collected by direct debit after conclusion of the school contract.
- Costs for class trips, excursions and elective activities may apply in addition to the amounts above.

Fee reductions / financial assistance
- A means‑tested, graduated reduction of tuition is available on application through the school association for households with gross income up to EUR 80,000 and a reserved asset limit (Schonvermögen) of EUR 75,000; reductions are granted on application to the school administration and increase for a second child. The school's lowest full‑day tuition level quoted is EUR 4,108.80 per year (EUR 342.40 per month) for families granted the maximum reduction under the scheme.

Refunds, cancellations and financial consequences of leaving
- A two‑month prepayment is charged on enrolment.
- The school's stated terms note that where a pupil does not attend, monthly instalments increase because no state tuition compensation is payable for non‑attendance; this rule is explicitly applied when a pupil leaves before the contractual notice period and for Q13 in July. These provisions govern the financial consequences of absence and early leaving.

Fee payment methods and account details
- Tuition and ancillary charges (including lunch and bus where applicable) are collected by SEPA/direct‑debit (Einzugsermächtigung) to the account of the school association (Schulverein Ernst Adam e. V.) at GLS Gemeinschaftsbank eG. Example payment details listed for direct debit are IBAN: DE91 4306 0967 8207 8249 00 and BIC: GENODEM1GLS; parents are asked to grant a direct‑debit mandate for these charges.
- No public information is provided about payment by credit card; the school's materials emphasise monthly instalments and direct‑debit collection.

Curriculum

Nymphenburger Gymnasium became an IB World School on June 7, 2012 and is authorised to offer both the IB Diploma Programme and the Abitur. The IB curriculum comprises six subject groups plus the DP core: Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS); the Extended Essay (EE); and Theory of Knowledge (TOK). All subjects are studied concurrently over two years, with emphasis on the humanities and the sciences. Group 1 – German A Literature HL; English Language & Literature HL; Group 2 – English B HL; Group 3 – History SL; Global Politics SL; Group 4 – Biology HL; Physics HL; Group 5 – Mathematics Analysis & Approaches SL; Group 6 – Film SL. As of 2024, a “Course Candidate” option allows Abitur to be complemented by taking at least two DP subjects and, if applicable, one, two or all three core elements (CAS, TOK, EE), enabling tailored study, e.g., Biology HL for Medicine or Film for the Arts. The core elements – TOK, EE and CAS – form the heart of the IB programme.

Exam Results

July 2024: 13 students obtained both the Abitur and the IB Diploma (including the Bilingual Diploma); 2 Course Candidates received an IB Certificate; average Abitur 1.95; average IB Diploma points 31; highest Diploma score 37; average Diploma score worldwide 30.32 with 80.1% pass rate. July 2025: No IB/Abitur graduating class due to the transition from G8 to G9.

Gifted and Talented

As of 2024, the Abitur can be complemented by becoming a 'Course Candidate' by taking at least two DP subjects and core elements (CAS, TOK, EE) as appropriate; this arrangement supports tailoring DP study to individual aims, with examples such as Biology HL for Medicine or a DP focus in Film for the Arts.

Academic & Intellectual

The school is an IB World School authorised to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Since 2012, students can obtain both the IB Diploma and the Abitur. The IB curriculum comprises six subject groups plus the DP core: Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS); the Extended Essay (EE); and Theory of Knowledge (TOK). All subjects are studied concurrently across two years, exposing students to the humanities and the sciences.

Cultural & Language

The IB Diploma Programme includes Group 1 – German A Literature Higher Level; Group 2 – English Language & Literature Higher Level; Group 2 – English B Higher Level; Group 3 – History Standard Level; Global Politics Standard Level; Group 4 – Biology Higher Level; Physics Higher Level; Group 5 – Mathematics Analysis & Approaches Standard Level; Group 6 – Film Standard Level. As of 2024, students may also pursue a Course Candidate path by taking at least two IB subjects while completing Abitur.

Social & Hobbies

The CAS component is the heart of the IB programme and covers a wide range of activities such as sports, theatre, art, music and volunteering. CAS activities are flexible and include expeditions and service to the community. Participation in CAS is designed to be enjoyable, to support personal growth, and to involve some form of service to a community.

Community & Service

CAS activities are an integral part of the IB programme and include service to the community. Examples include coaching a football team, volunteering in an old people's home, and organising charity events. The programme emphasizes personal development, teamwork and responsible citizenship.

Leadership & Professional

As of 2024, the school offers a 'Course Candidate' option to complement the Abitur by taking at least two subjects in the IB Diploma Programme and, if applicable, core elements (CAS, TOK, EE). This allows students to tailor their diploma experience to their intended field of study, for example choosing Biology HL for Medicine. The approach also supports university applications by combining core and IB subjects.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

The CAS framework includes physical and creative activities such as sports, theatre, art and expeditions, supporting physical fitness and well‑being. It also fosters mindfulness, teamwork and social engagement by offering opportunities to volunteer and work with communities. The school views these activities as essential to personal growth and balance during the two-year Diploma Programme.

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Phorms Bilingual School Munich

Instructs in German, English

Ages 2 - 18 years

Pupils 650

Type Co-educational

Phorms Campus München is a private bilingual full-day school in Munich-Bogenhausen, teaching German-English across Crèche, Kindergarten, Grundschule and Gymnasium. The school offers a German curriculum alongside the International Baccalaureate Diploma, and provides both Bavarian Abitur and IB Diploma programs, with Abitur examinations possible in English for English-taught subjects. It serves ages 2 to 18 and operates a day-long concept with a bilingual learning environment. Approximately 60% of lessons are in English and 40% in German. The campus at Maria-Theresia-Straße 35 features large grounds, a football pitch, climbing frames, and outdoor play equipment; Crèche and Kindergarten occupy a separate villa with a dedicated playground. Modern IT infrastructure and high-speed Wi-Fi enable digital learning, and Phorms Munich holds Digital School status. Notably, Phorms Primary School was recognised as a STEM-Friendly School in 2025. The campus emphasises mentoring, work experience in Year 9, career guidance, and active parental involvement within an all-day community today.

Location

Phorms Campus München is located in the Bogenhausen district of Munich, Germany, at Maria-Theresia-Straße 35, 81675 München. The campus sits in a green, residential area near the English Garden and is easily accessible by public transport, bike, or car.

Stages

Nursery and Kindergarten; Primary School; Gymnasium

Type

Private bilingual full-day school

Additional learning support

Individual instruction and support; small class sizes; teaching assistants in the primary school.

Country affiliation

Germany

School day structure

School day runs from 8:15 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; after-school care begins at 3:45 p.m.; after-school programs are available for Grundschule and Gymnasium.

Bus service

Public transport access: Bus 54, 58, 68, 154, 187; Tram 17; Tram 37; U4 and U5; nearest stops Mauerkircherstraße and Sternwartstraße; about a five-minute walk from stops.

Overview of the fee model

Phorms Campus Munich charges income-related tuition that is calculated separately for each educational level (crèche / kindergarten, primary school, secondary / Gymnasium). Tuition is expressed as a monthly contribution and the calculation uses gross annual income from the year before last as the basis for the contribution.

Application and one‑off admission fees

- A one‑off administrative / enrolment fee is charged at the time the school contract is signed. For the Phorms fee model used at other Phorms campuses this administrative fee is commonly set at 2.5 times the applicable monthly tuition contribution (a reduced amount may apply for reduced-fee categories).

Tuition fees by school level and how they are expressed

- Fee structure by level: fees are handled separately for crèche/kindergarten, primary (Grundschule) and secondary (Gymnasium). Each level has its own contribution scale tied to household gross income. The school issues a personalised monthly contribution for the child's specific year group and level.

- How to read amounts: tuition is expressed as a monthly contribution. The annual tuition equals the monthly amount multiplied across the school year (the school treats the annual tuition as a contribution spread into monthly instalments). To obtain a per‑term amount, multiply the monthly contribution by the number of months covered by that term.

- Income basis and timing: the basis for calculating the contribution is the household's positive gross annual income from the year before last (for the 2025/26 school year that means 2023 income is used). This same method is applied across the different school levels.

- Sibling discount: a sibling discount is offered; Phorms Munich's published information notes a family discount on monthly fees (a commonly stated figure for the campus is a 15% sibling discount applied to the monthly contribution).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Billing rhythm: tuition is treated as an annual contribution divided into monthly instalments (twelve monthly payments for the school year), with the first instalment due at the beginning of the school year. The one‑off administrative/enrolment fee is due at contract signing.

- Mid‑year starts: where children start partway through a school year, tuition is handled on a monthly basis so the payable tuition for that year reflects the months attended (monthly contribution logic applies).

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not part of Phorms Campus Munich's offer; the campus comprises crèche, kindergarten, primary and secondary day provision and does not operate a boarding facility. No boarding fees apply.

Other compulsory or regular additional costs

- Meals and catering: lunch and catering costs are charged in addition to the monthly tuition where applicable (arrangements and registration for catering are handled separately).

- Material / curricular contributions: an annual material contribution or similar charges are applied in some levels (for example in crèche, kindergarten and Gymnasium) to cover teaching materials, exam registration or subject certificate costs.

- Exam and qualification costs: charges for external registration (for example IB registration or subject exam fees) and other assessment costs may be invoiced in addition to tuition.

- Trips, clubs and extracurriculars: costs for excursions, class trips, optional after‑school clubs and some extracurricular offerings are charged separately. There are published club and activity programmes with their own participation fees.

- School clothing / uniform: costs for mandatory or recommended school clothing / starter sets and associated one‑time purchases may be charged; these are additional to tuition and material contributions.

Refunds and cancellations

- Administrative/enrolment fee: the administrative fee is payable with contract signing; under the Phorms fee model this fee is collected at signing and treated as an up‑front contractual charge. Policies about refundability of that fee and of tuition on withdrawal are governed by the school's contractual terms; tuition is structured as an annual contribution in twelve monthly instalments. Expect the administrative fee to be dealt with under the contract terms.

Fee payment options

- Invoicing and payment method: tuition and ancillary charges are invoiced and handled via the school's finance procedures; for Phorms campuses the common operating practice is to collect tuition by regular bank‑based payment methods (bank transfer or SEPA direct debit) and to issue invoices for the scheduled instalments. Acceptance of card payments or other methods may vary by campus or for specific one‑off charges. Parents make arrangements with the school's finance office for the chosen payment method.

Key practical points you will need when preparing a precise fee entry

- The campus issues a personalised monthly contribution per child (amount depends on household gross income and the child's school level). Multiply that monthly contribution to create annual and term amounts for database display (annual = 12 x monthly; term = monthly x months in the term). The campus provides a contribution calculator and a defined income reference year to determine which income band applies.

- Expect the one‑off administrative/enrolment fee (commonly 2.5 x one month's contribution under the group fee model) to appear on the first invoice; additional recurring items such as catering, materials, exam fees and club fees are invoiced separately.

If you need these items presented in a specific currency format or as separate per‑level example entries, the campus provides the exact monthly contribution for each family and year group using the stated income basis and contribution calculator.

Uniform Requirement

The school has a uniform. Tops or dresses and sportswear are compulsory; other garments may be chosen individually. The uniform can be ordered online.

Food Options

Lunch is provided by Organic Garden, a local organic caterer, with fresh meals prepared daily for Phorms Munich. Vegetarian options are available.

Governance and Ownership

Phorms Campus München is a private, state-recognised Ersatzschule in freier Trägerschaft der Phorms Bavaria gGmbH. The campus comprises PhorMinis München (bilingual nursery/kindergarten), Phorms München Primary School, and Phorms Munich Gymnasium.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Phorms Munich Primary School fosters social and emotional development within a safe, valued environment. Students develop curiosity, empathy, and persistence. There are two teachers in every class, one native German speaker and one native English speaker, ensuring language support and individual attention. German and English are used as everyday languages, reinforcing bilingual social interaction. The campus offers all-day access from 8:00 am to 6:30 pm, supporting routine and community.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school teaches in German and English, using both languages as everyday languages. Each primary class has two teachers, one native German speaker and one native English speaker, providing bilingual instruction and language support. English language learning is integrated into daily lessons through this bilingual approach.

Facilities Overview

Phorms Campus München is located at Maria-Theresia-Straße 35 in München, next to the Englische Garten in the Bogenhausen district. The campus features spacious grounds with old trees and shrubs and includes a football pitch, climbing frames, and equipment for table tennis and basketball. The Crèche and Kindergarten are located in a separate villa next door with a generous playground; the Crèche has its own protected play area in the garden. The school building includes a porter's lodge at the entrance and a large ground-floor hall with a spiral staircase and decorative details. The campus is bilingual German-English and offers Abitur and IB Diploma programmes within a state-recognised secondary education.

Sports Facilities

Football pitch and outdoor sport facilities are available on the campus. Climbing frames and other outdoor play equipment support physical activity during breaks. Indoor facilities include equipment for table tennis and basketball.

Academic Facilities

The secondary school is bilingual German-English, with teachers who teach in their native language. Classrooms and specialist rooms are equipped with modern IT infrastructure, and high-speed WiFi covers the campus for digital learning. The school has Digital School status in recognition of its technology integration. Phorms Munich offers both the Bavarian Abitur and the International Baccalaureate Diploma. Abitur examinations may be conducted in English for subjects taught in English.

Extra Curricular Facilities

The school offers a wide range of curricular and extracurricular activities to help students develop their strengths and interests. Teachers act as mentors who support students' well-being. In Year 9, students complete a week-long work experience placement. Career counsellors assist with choosing study programmes and universities.

Academic & Intellectual

Enrichment and Extension: Through additional learning opportunities, students are encouraged to explore scientific and mathematical phenomena in greater depth. Within all year groups, selected students participate in special interdisciplinary projects and extracurricular competitions. In 2025, Phorms Primary School was recognised as a STEM-Friendly School, reflecting a strong emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Since 2025, the school has held a Digital School award, reflecting the thoughtful integration of digital education to support academic development.

Arts & Creative

Music and Movement: Music plays an important role in early education. In PhorMinis Kindergarten, a music teacher leads weekly musical activities in addition to daily songs, clapping, and movement. The Kindergarten features a well-stocked library that supports language development and imaginative learning. Movement is incorporated into daily routines through physical activities and exercise.

Cultural & Language

Bilingual teaching: Approximately 60% of lessons are taught in English and 40% in German. In Years 1–2, an English-speaking class teacher leads the main subjects, with German writing introduced from Year 1. In Years 3–4, a German-speaking class teacher prepares students for secondary school, and HSU is taught in German with increasing focus on German culture and geography.

Social & Hobbies

All-day community: The campus is open from 8:00 am to 6:30 pm, providing a space for discovery, experience, and connection beyond formal lessons. A low student-to-teacher ratio supports cross-curricular, cross-classroom teamwork and projects that foster collaboration. Through enrichment and extension, students participate in interdisciplinary projects and extracurricular competitions that broaden learning beyond the classroom.

Community & Service

Parental engagement: The Parents' Council represents families and is an active part of the Phorms community. The leadership team meets monthly with elected parent representatives to support educational processes and help organise celebrations and events.

Leadership & Professional

Leadership team: The Primary School is led by a Head of Primary School and a Deputy Head of Primary School, supported by a Primary School Assistant. Each primary class is taught and supported by two teachers, one native German speaker and one native English speaker, ensuring bilingual instruction.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Safe and welcoming environment: The school emphasizes joyful learning, with differentiated teaching methods to support every student. The all-day campus hours and bilingual learning environment promote routines, well-being, and social development for children. The campus fosters curiosity, creativity, and a sense of belonging through its language-rich, collaborative approach.

Language Provision

Languages taught include English and German as core languages. English is introduced as a language of instruction from Year 5. From Year 6, students may study French or Latin; from Year 8 a language branch with Spanish or Economics is offered.

Bilingual Teaching

The school offers bilingual teaching at Phorms Munich. In the Primary School, about 60% of lessons are taught in English and 40% in German. In the Secondary School, about 40% of the curriculum is delivered in English as the language of instruction. Teachers ensure that the language used is the most suitable for the subject and for students' language development.

Immersion Programs

An immersion method is used to implement bilingual education. English and German are the languages of instruction.

Admissions

Year 5
1. Non-binding Online Enquiry: Start by submitting the non-binding Online Enquiry. You receive a confirmation email. The admissions process begins in October of the year prior to the desired start date, and you are contacted by email with details about the admission timeline, the required documents and events.
2. Application: In October before the start date, submit application documents (questionnaire, school reports, income documentation for calculating income-based tuition). The deadline is mid-March.
3. Introductory Meeting: School leadership reviews the complete application to determine whether academic requirements for enrolment are met. If met, you and your child are invited to an introductory meeting.
4. Admission Offers: Offers of admission are sent by email at the end of April, depending on the number of places available.
Year 6 and onwards
5. Non-binding Online Enquiry: Start by filling out the non-binding Online Enquiry. You receive a confirmation email and will be contacted about the next steps in the application process.
6. Application: Submit application documents (questionnaire, school reports, income documentation for calculating income-based tuition).
7. Introductory Meeting: School leadership reviews the documents to determine whether academic requirements for enrolment are met. If met, you are invited to an introductory meeting.
8. Trial Days and Entrance Exams: If both sides wish to continue, your child is invited to a trial week to participate in regular lessons. The dates for the introductory meeting and the trial days can be arranged flexibly. If necessary, entrance exams may be required (e.g. when transferring from a different school system).

Scholarships

The school offers a School Fee Subsidy (Schulgeldersatz) funded per student according to Article 47 BaySCHFG in conjunction with §22 AVBaySCHFG. The subsidy amount is currently €110 and is deducted from the monthly tuition.

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St. George's - Munich

Instructs in English, German

Ages 2 - 18 years

Fees €14,750 - 19,550

Type Co-educational

St. George's Munich is an independent British international school in the heart of Munich dedicated to preparing students for higher education around the world. The school teaches a hybrid of the British National Curriculum and the International Baccalaureate across ages 2 to 18, offering Early Years through to the Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP), with IGCSE preparation for ages 14 to 16. The campus features purpose-built facilities for Early Years through Secondary, including modern science laboratories, art studios, a library with e-books, and a performing arts theatre. Extensive outdoor spaces, a rooftop basketball pitch, climbing wall, and dedicated sports pitches support a broad physical education programme. A wide range of clubs covers sport, arts, science and service, while Service Learning and the Duke of Edinburgh Award foster leadership and global citizenship. The school joined St. George's Group in 2013 and emphasizes curiosity, courage, confidence and community in its values-driven approach. Its small class sizes and personalised support help students thrive academically while developing resilience, empathy and independent thinking for success in diverse educational systems.

Location

Heidemstraße 182, 80939 München, Germany. The school is located in Munich, Germany. Public transport serves the campus via Kieferngarten (U6) and Freimann (U3/U6), with nearby bus routes 140, 170, 171 and 180.

Stages

From Pre-Nursery to Year 13.

Type

Independent British international school.

Pupil Nationality Mix

More than 50 nationalities represented.

Country affiliation

British

Bus service

Public transport access: Kieferngarten (U6); Freimann (U3/U6); Bernsteinweg (bus 140, 170, 171, 180).

Application fee

- A non-refundable application fee of EUR 750 is payable once per student when the application form is submitted.

Charges when joining (one-off items)

- Refundable deposit: EUR 1,000 will be included in the first invoice for each new student; this deposit is refundable as a deduction on the final Extras bill when the student leaves, provided all other fees and charges have been paid and correct notice of withdrawal has been given.
- Building Fund: EUR 1,500 billed once per year per student (maximum two payments per family).
- Stability Fund: EUR 200 billed once per year per student (maximum two payments per family).

Tuition and per-term billing (school year 2025/2026 — amounts in EUR)

Notes on billing: parents electing to pay personally will receive invoices in four instalments. Bill due dates for the 2025/2026 academic year are: Bill 1 — 31 May 2025; Bill 2 — 30 Sep 2025; Bill 3 — 31 Jan 2026; Bill 4 — 30 Apr 2026. Bill 2 includes the Building Fund and Stability Fund. Bill amounts shown below are the four instalment amounts for that year.

- Nursery & Reception classes:
- Annual Tuition Fees: EUR 13,050. Building Fund: EUR 1,500. Stability Fund: EUR 200. Total School Fees (annual): EUR 14,750.
- Four instalments (Bill 1 → Bill 4): EUR 2,000; EUR 4,050; EUR 4,525; EUR 4,175 respectively.

- Year 1 to Year 2:
- Annual Tuition Fees: EUR 14,250. Building Fund: EUR 1,500. Stability Fund: EUR 200. Total School Fees (annual): EUR 15,950.
- Four instalments (Bill 1 → Bill 4): EUR 2,000; EUR 4,450; EUR 4,920; EUR 4,580 respectively.

- Year 3 to Year 6:
- Annual Tuition Fees: EUR 15,150. Building Fund: EUR 1,500. Stability Fund: EUR 200. Total School Fees (annual): EUR 16,850.
- Four instalments (Bill 1 → Bill 4): EUR 2,000; EUR 4,750; EUR 5,220; EUR 4,880 respectively.

- Year 7 to Year 9:
- Annual Tuition Fees: EUR 16,150. Building Fund: EUR 1,500. Stability Fund: EUR 200. Total School Fees (annual): EUR 17,850.
- Four instalments (Bill 1 → Bill 4): EUR 2,000; EUR 5,080; EUR 5,560; EUR 5,210 respectively.

- Year 10 to Year 13:
- Annual Tuition Fees: EUR 17,850. Building Fund: EUR 1,500. Stability Fund: EUR 200. Total School Fees (annual): EUR 19,550.
- Four instalments (Bill 1 → Bill 4): EUR 2,000; EUR 5,650; EUR 6,120; EUR 5,780 respectively.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard invoicing for families: four instalments per academic year with the Bill Due Dates listed above. Companies that cover fees may be billed annually; an annual payment option can be arranged through the Billing Officer. Monthly instalments (spread from May to April) can be arranged by contacting the Billing Officer.
- The school reserves the right to charge interest on overdue bills and a EUR 40 administrative fee for late payment; school reports may be retained until all outstanding invoices are paid.
- The school states that Bill 2 contains the Building Fund and Stability Fund and that Bill 1 will increase to EUR 3,000 from the 2026/2027 school year (with corresponding adjustments to later bills).

Withdrawal, notice and refunds

- Withdrawal notice: contractual notice requirements apply. For end-of-term withdrawals, notice deadlines for the 2025/2026 year are listed in the fee schedule (examples: 30 Jan for withdrawal at the end of the Spring term; 30 Sep for withdrawal at the end of the Autumn term; 30 Apr for withdrawal at the end of the Summer term). In the absence of correct written notice, parents accept liability to pay one third of the applicable annual tuition fees in lieu of notice. The refundable deposit is issued as a deduction on the final Extras bill once all charges are settled and correct notice has been received.
- Extras (canteen, individual music lessons, after‑school activities, trips etc.) are billed separately (typically in November, March, May and July) and must be paid within 30 days; the refundable deposit is intended to cover possible Extras charges.

Boarding fees

- No boarding fees are shown in the schools published fee schedule for 2025/2026; the fee schedule lists day-school tuition, funds and extras only. Boarding is not applicable in the published fees.

Other costs and charges

- Extras (canteen, after-school activities, individual music lessons and other optional services) are charged separately and billed in November, March, May and July; these costs are not included in the standard tuition line and are payable within 30 days. The refundable EUR 1,000 deposit is intended to cover possible Extras charges.
- Uniforms are supplied through the schools official uniform supplier (online shop listed as Trutex). Uniform purchase cost is separate from tuition and extras.
- Examination fees, specific trips or specialist course fees (where applicable) and any additional individual support charges are billed separately when required. The fee schedule confirms that any student receiving additional support within school will be charged an additional fee which will be discussed with the parents.

Refunds and adjustments

- The refundable EUR 1,000 deposit is returned as a credit on the final Extras bill when the student leaves, provided all other fees and charges have been paid and correct notice has been submitted to the Head of Finance and Administration. Apart from that deposit mechanism and the pro‑rata / notice adjustments shown for joining/leaving during the year, the published fee schedule does not list other routine tuition refunds.

Fee payment options and contacts

- Invoices are issued to parents; parents may choose the standard four-instalment schedule, arrange one annual payment (companies can be billed annually) or request monthly instalments through the Billing Officer. Bank details are provided on invoices/parent billing documents; the school notes it is not planning to change bank details and invites parents to contact the Accounts/Billing Office for payment arrangements. The Billing Officer contact used in the published schedule is billing@st-georges.lu and the Head of Finance and Administration contact is financemanager@st-georges.lu. The published schedule does not list specific public details about accepting credit-card payments.

Uniform Requirement

Uniforms are a requirement for all pupils, from ages 2 to 18, and are a source of unity and belonging within the school community.

Food Options

Lunch is either brought from home or provided by the on-site canteen, which serves meals cooked from scratch using seasonal, regional ingredients; there is a nut-free policy and menus include at least two main courses with a daily selection of salad, yogurt, fruit and a dessert option.

House System

There are four Houses; pupils are assigned to a house on joining; each house has its own identity and colours, and house activities promote personal growth, community, teamwork, citizenship, and excellence across academic, social, sporting, and cultural areas.

Governance and Ownership

St.George's School Group governs the Munich campus. Each school is incorporated as a company owned by proprietors. The Supervisory Board determines strategic priorities and the Executive Board implements the Group's strategy and oversees school directors.

Curriculum

The school teaches a hybrid of the British National Curriculum and the International Baccalaureate (IB). From ages 2 to 18, students benefit from small class sizes and individual attention. The National Curriculum in England is taught up to age 14, followed by two years of IGCSE preparation for ages 14-16; the IGCSE provides external, independent accreditation and is recognised by German authorities as Mittlere Reife. The school offers two IB pathways—the Diploma Programme (DP) and the Career-related Programme (CP)—which complement the British education and prepare students for higher education. The IB complements and mirrors the British education we offer and is recognised as equivalent to the German Abitur.

Student Teacher Ratio

Maximum class size is 20.

Exam Results

IB average (2025) 34 points, 4 points above the world average; best individual IB result (2022/23) 44 points.

Gifted and Talented

The school tailors learning to each student's strengths, needs, skills and interests, supporting lower attaining pupils while stretching the more able.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school has a culture of wellbeing and growth. It guides students to develop both mentally and physically and to make healthy lifestyle choices that support lifelong well-being.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school tailors learning to each student's strengths, needs, and interests, supporting lower-attaining pupils while stretching the more able.

Mental Wellbeing

The wellbeing focus is embedded in daily life, with a supportive and inclusive learning environment that values every student and promotes a growth mindset. Teachers tailor learning to individual needs, helping students build confidence, resilience and collaborative skills.

Safeguarding

The school maintains an unwavering commitment to safeguarding students and staff, supported by rigorous recruitment to ensure a safe and secure environment where each child is cared for, included, and encouraged to reach their full potential.

Facilities Overview

Our campus facilities are purpose-built, designed to reflect the local culture and environment. They provide dedicated spaces for Early Years, Primary, and Secondary education and include specialised learning spaces for various subjects. Innovative science laboratories, a modern library, art studios, and music rooms support creativity and inquiry. A performing arts theatre hosts school productions and assemblies. There are extensive outdoor spaces, including a school garden and several playgrounds, with additional outdoor features such as a rooftop basketball pitch and dedicated sports areas.

Sports Facilities

The sports complex is the centerpiece of the health and physical education programme and includes two sports halls on different levels. A climbing wall provides an additional challenge for students. Separate outdoor pitches offer age-appropriate spaces for athletics and team games. The gym is fully equipped with modern fitness equipment for teachers and secondary students. There is a rooftop basketball pitch and outdoor table tennis facilities.

Academic Facilities

Dedicated learning spaces are designed for different age groups and support varied teaching and learning styles. Collaborative workspaces and project-based learning zones include whiteboards, learning stations, and flexible seating. Classrooms are configured with adjustable desks and ergonomic seating. The library serves all ages and provides access to e-books and online databases. Science labs, art studios, and music rooms support science, creative arts, and music education, and learning spaces are used for both academic work and enrichment activities.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Creative Arts and Sports form the core of the extra-curricular programme. Other avenues include St. George's Dragons, House System, Model United Nations, and Duke of Edinburgh.

Academic & Intellectual

Academic Clubs include debating, maths, science, robotics, coding, Model United Nations, and academic competitions such as Math Olympiad and Science Fair. Super-curricular learning is integrated into the curriculum, offering independent research projects, advanced courses or workshops, specialised electives, internships, and participation in conferences and academic competitions. Partnerships with leaders in fields such as music and technology enable teachers and professionals to provide mentorship and real-world learning.

Arts & Creative

Visual arts include drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, and digital art, with regular exhibitions. Music includes instrument lessons via an International Music School partner, as well as vibrant choirs, orchestra, and bands. Drama features dedicated workshops and annual productions, with opportunities in stagecraft and performance. Integrated yearly productions bring together drama, music and visual arts; Creative writing, design and technology, and dance offer additional outlets; Cultural trips and events broaden students' exposure to art beyond the classroom.

Cultural & Language

Foreign language clubs include Mandarin, Italian and Arabic. Clubs focusing on cultures, languages, and traditions such as calligraphy and dining etiquette promote diversity and cultural understanding. Cultural trips and events broaden experience through visits to art museums and cultural performances.

Social & Hobbies

Go-karts, robotics, computing and Lego clubs provide hands-on technology-based hobbies. Language and culture clubs connect students around shared interests. Trips, residentials and after-school activities provide opportunities for social interaction and personal growth. Clubs rotate every 10–12 weeks to reflect seasons and student interests.

Community & Service

Service Learning is a core component of the IB curriculum (Creativity, Activity, Service for the IB Diploma; and Service Learning for the IB Career-related Programme). The Duke of Edinburgh's Award Programme is offered as a voluntary opportunity. Students engage in initiatives with local charities, environmental projects, and fundraising for international causes, including ongoing charity partnerships such as with Diakonie. These initiatives develop critical thinking, empathy, teamwork and leadership, and foster global citizenship.

Leadership & Professional

Student leadership opportunities exist for both Primary and Secondary pupils; leaders are elected by peers or assigned by teachers. Leadership and mentorship training is offered to every year group. Student leaders play an important role in the day-to-day running of the school and serve as role models for their peers.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

The school offers an extensive sports programme with team sports such as football, basketball, rugby, volleyball and cricket, and individual sports like swimming, table tennis, athletics and gymnastics. The sports programme develops positive, resilient and independent individuals ready to take on life's challenges. Outdoor and adventure endeavours include climbing, the Duke of Edinburgh Award and the environmental club, promoting physical health, teamwork and wellbeing. Physical education emphasizes skill development, time management, and healthy competition.

Admissions

St.George's Munich serves children from age 2 to 18. The curriculum progresses with age: Pre-Nursery to Reception follows the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework; Years 1–9 follow the National Curriculum of England; Years 10–11 offer International GCSEs accredited by Cambridge International Examinations; Years 12–13 prepare students toward the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme or Career-Related Programme. Pupils join with varying levels of English in Primary, and all new starters are assessed and offered additional language support as required. German language skills are not required to enter; many join with no knowledge of German, and German courses are available to support learners, with native German speakers following the local German language curriculum. Applications can be submitted at any point during the year, with a maximum of 20 pupils per class. Start dates are flexible, though Upper School and Sixth Form entrants may need to join at the start of a cycle. For Secondary admission and entry into IGCSE/IB, placement tests may be required; trial days and placement testing can be arranged throughout the year.

Scholarships

Financial assistance is available with limited provisions for families facing financial challenges to help exceptional students benefit from the programmes. For accurate details on tuition fees and available financial aid, contact the Admissions team.

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