Alexander von Humboldt German International School

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The school at a glance

Instructs in German, English, French

Fees CA$3,700 - 13,850

Ages 3 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 300

Type Co-educational

Opened 1980

Bus Service No

Academic offering

Curriculum German Curriculum

Taught languages German, English, French

Typical class size 22

Strengths Languages, STEM, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing, Community and Service

Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Introduction

Alexander von Humboldt German International School (AvH) is a private, co-educational, trilingual school in Baie-D'Urfé, Quebec, a West Island suburb of Montreal. Founded in 1980, the school serves approximately 320 students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. AvH offers trilingual instruction in German, English, and French, following both German (Thuringia) and Quebec curricular requirements. Graduates can earn the German International Abitur and the Quebec Secondary School Diploma.

216 Victoria St, Baie-D'Urfe, Quebec H9X 2H9, Canada

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The Essentials

Location

216 Victoria Drive, Baie-D'Urfé, Montreal, Quebec, H9X 2H9, Canada. Located on the West Island close to the St. Lawrence River.

Stages

Pre-Kindergarten (from age 2.5) through Grade 12.

Type

Private, co-educational, trilingual day school. Part of a worldwide network of over 140 German schools abroad.

Pupil Nationality Mix

Originally founded to serve the German community of Montreal, the school now welcomes students from diverse backgrounds including German, Canadian, American, Italian, and other nationalities.

Country affiliation

Germany and Canada. The school follows education guidelines from Thuringia, Germany, alongside Quebec curricular requirements. Part of the worldwide network of German Schools Abroad.

Religious affiliation

None.

School day structure

Full school day with trilingual instruction in German, English, and French, plus extracurricular activities.

Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements

Not available. Day school only.

Governance and Ownership

Operated by the Alexander von Humboldt International German School association. Part of the worldwide network of over 140 German Schools Abroad recognized by the German government.

Fees

Annual tuition ranges from approximately CAD 3,700 to CAD 8,600 for day students. Grades 1-8 tuition is CAD 11,661 with a supervision fee of CAD 2,189 (total CAD 13,850). Registration fee of CAD 200 for initial enrollment and CAD 50 for yearly re-enrollment. One-time Family Fund Contribution of CAD 2,600. Limited financial assistance available through fee reductions.

Academics

Curriculum

The school follows both German and Quebec curricular requirements. The German curriculum is based on the education guidelines of Thuringia, one of Germany's highest-performing states educationally. Students receive intensive instruction in mathematics and sciences (physics, chemistry, biology) alongside trilingual language education. The school offers a STEAM program. Graduates can earn two qualifications: the German International Abitur (recognized globally for university admission) and the Quebec Secondary School Diploma (leading to CEGEP).

Higher Education Progression

The German International Abitur provides a seamless transition to university studies worldwide. The Quebec Secondary School Diploma leads to CEGEP in Quebec. Dual qualifications give graduates flexible pathways to higher education in Canada, Germany, and internationally.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

With approximately 320 students, the school maintains a warm, familiar, and nurturing atmosphere that supports individual student development.

Parent Experience

History

Founded in 1980 with 22 students to serve the German community of Montreal. The school has grown to approximately 320 students and now serves a diverse international community. It moved to the former Oakridge school building in Baie-D'Urfé.

Community

Originally founded for the German community of Montreal, AvH now serves a diverse community including Germans, Canadians, Americans, Italians, and other nationalities. The small school size creates a warm, familiar atmosphere.

Facilities

Facilities Overview

Located in the former Oakridge school building in Baie-D'Urfé (part of the Lakeshore School Board). The spacious campus is close to the St. Lawrence River and features sports facilities, a library, and green spaces.

Sports Facilities

Sports facilities for badminton, volleyball, and other activities. Close proximity to the St. Lawrence River.

Academic Facilities

Library, science laboratories, and dedicated classroom spaces for trilingual instruction.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Sports: badminton, karate, sportball, volleyball, and yoga. Arts: music, performing arts, and visual arts. Clubs: environmental protection group.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

STEAM program with intensive instruction in mathematics and sciences. Dual qualification pathway (Abitur and Quebec diploma).

Arts & Creative

Music, performing arts, and visual arts programs.

Cultural & Language

Trilingual education in German, English, and French. Part of a worldwide network of over 140 German schools abroad. German immersion program available.

Social & Hobbies

Environmental protection group and other student clubs.

Community & Service

Environmental protection group promoting sustainability awareness.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Badminton, karate, sportball, volleyball, and yoga offered as extracurricular activities.

Languages

Language Provision

German is the primary cultural language of the school. English and French are integrated as languages of instruction and as subjects. The school also offers an International Student Program and a German Immersion Program.

Bilingual Teaching

Trilingual instruction in German, English, and French. All three languages are used as languages of instruction and taught as subjects.

Immersion Programs

A German Immersion Program is available for students who want to learn German intensively as part of their education.

Reputation

Accreditations

Part of the worldwide network of over 140 German Schools Abroad recognized by the German government. Authorized to award the German International Abitur. Recognized by Quebec Ministry of Education for the Quebec Secondary School Diploma.

Admissions

No interview or standardized testing required. Required documents include birth certificate, latest report card, and immigration documentation (if applicable). Registration fee of CAD 200 for initial enrollment.

Scholarships

Limited financial assistance available through fee reductions on a case-by-case basis.

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FAQs

Where is Alexander von Humboldt German International School located and what is the campus like?

The school is located at 216 Victoria Drive, Baie-D'Urfé, Montreal, Quebec, H9X 2H9 on the West Island close to the St. Lawrence River. It occupies the former Oakridge school building and features green spaces, a library, sports facilities, and dedicated classrooms for trilingual instruction.

What ages and grades does the school serve?

AvH serves students from approximately age 3 through Grade 12, with levels running from Pre-Kindergarten (from age 2.5) through Grade 12. The student body is approximately 320 pupils, creating a small-school atmosphere.

Is the school co-educational and is boarding available?

The school is a private, co-educational day school and does not offer boarding. Students attend on a full school-day schedule with curricular and extracurricular activities.

How do I apply and what documents are required for admission?

The application process does not require an interview or standardized testing; required documents include a birth certificate, the latest report card, and immigration documentation if applicable. There is a CAD 200 registration fee for initial enrollment and a CAD 50 fee for yearly re-enrollment.

Are there other fees or contributions required at enrollment?

Alongside the registration fees, there is a one-time Family Fund Contribution of CAD 2,600. Annual tuition varies by level and other fees such as supervision fees apply for certain grades.

Is financial assistance or scholarships available?

Limited financial assistance is available on a case-by-case basis through fee reductions. Families interested in assistance should inquire with admissions about eligibility and the application process for fee reduction.

What curriculum does the school follow and what makes it unique?

AvH follows both German (based on the education guidelines of Thuringia) and Quebec curricular requirements, offering trilingual instruction in German, English, and French. The combined program includes a STEAM focus with intensive instruction in mathematics and the sciences alongside language education.

What qualifications do graduates receive and how does the school prepare students for higher education?

Graduates may earn the German International Abitur and the Quebec Secondary School Diploma, giving them flexible pathways to universities worldwide and to CEGEP in Quebec. The dual-qualification pathway and intensive academic programs support transitions to higher education in Canada, Germany, and internationally.

Does the school emphasize STEM or STEAM subjects?

Yes, the school offers a STEAM program and provides intensive instruction in mathematics and sciences including physics, chemistry, and biology. These academic offerings are integrated with trilingual language education to support interdisciplinary learning.

What sports and physical education facilities are available?

The campus includes sports facilities suitable for badminton, volleyball, and other activities, and the school offers extracurricular sports such as badminton, karate, sportball, volleyball, and yoga. The school's location near the St. Lawrence River also provides proximity to outdoor recreational opportunities.

What academic facilities does the school have for science and research?

The school has science laboratories, a library, and dedicated classroom spaces to support trilingual instruction and the STEAM curriculum. These facilities are used for intensive math and science instruction as well as broader academic programs.

What extracurricular activities, clubs, and arts programs are offered?

Extracurricular offerings include sports (badminton, karate, sportball, volleyball, yoga), arts programs in music, performing arts, and visual arts, and student clubs such as an environmental protection group. The school emphasizes cultural and social activities tied to its trilingual program.

Is there a German immersion option for non-German speakers?

Yes, the school offers a German Immersion Program for students who want intensive German-language learning as part of their education. German, English, and French are all used as languages of instruction and taught as subjects.

How are languages integrated across the curriculum?

AvH provides trilingual instruction in German, English, and French, with all three languages used as languages of instruction and taught as individual subjects. The program is designed to develop high proficiency in each language alongside subject learning.

How does the school support student wellbeing and a nurturing atmosphere?

With a relatively small student body of approximately 320 pupils, the school fosters a warm, familiar, and nurturing atmosphere that supports individual development. Pastoral support is integrated into the full school day and reinforced through extracurricular activities promoting physical and social wellbeing.

Are there specific wellbeing activities offered as extracurriculars?

Yes, wellbeing-related activities are offered as part of extracurricular programming, including yoga and various sports that promote physical health and social interaction. The school also supports community and environmental initiatives through student clubs.

Who operates and governs the school?

The school is operated by the Alexander von Humboldt International German School association and is part of the worldwide network of over 140 German Schools Abroad. It follows Thuringia education guidelines alongside Quebec curricular requirements and is recognized by the German government network.

What accreditations or official recognitions does the school hold?

AvH is part of the worldwide network of over 140 German Schools Abroad recognized by the German government and is authorized to award the German International Abitur. The school is also recognized by the Quebec Ministry of Education for the Quebec Secondary School Diploma.

When was the school founded and how has it developed since then?

The school was founded in 1980 with 22 students to serve Montreal's German community and has grown to serve approximately 320 students. It moved into the former Oakridge school building in Baie-D'Urfé and now serves a diverse international community.

What is the community and student body like in terms of nationalities?

While founded to serve the German community, the school now welcomes a diverse mix of families including German, Canadian, American, Italian, and other nationalities. The international mix contributes to a multicultural and multilingual learning environment.

What are the tuition fees at Alexander von Humboldt German International School?

Annual tuition at Alexander von Humboldt German International School ranges from CAD 3,700 to CAD 13,850 depending on year group. Fees are reviewed each year, so check the school's current fee schedule before applying.

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