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Mercedes-Benz School Kecskemet

Hungary, Kecskemet

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Fees Fees not listed
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Academic offering
Strengths Languages, Sport, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Introduction

Mercedes-Benz School Kecskemét follows the Baden-Württemberg state curricula, with primary grades 1–4 taught on Alkony Street in a building funded by Daimler AG and the City of Kecskemét, and grades 5–10 in a renovated wing of a vocational secondary school on Kvarc Street. Lessons are delivered by native German and Hungarian teachers, and instruction is designed so alphabetization occurs in the student's mother tongue. The school operates under UBZ supervision and issues diplomas equivalent to Hauptschule, Realschule, and Gymnasium, enabling a transition to the German education system after Hungary. Since 2015/16 Hungarian students with German language skills have joined to foster intercultural exchange. Facilities are modern and tuition-free, with small classes, all‑day care, lunch in the canteen, and digital devices used in teaching. A German-language program leads to a German certificate; career orientation includes internships at MBMH Kft. The German-language program leads to a German certificate; career orientation includes internships at MBMH Kft. The school emphasizes Begegnungsschule, intercultural dialogue, and German-Hungarian community for students today.

The Essentials

Location
6000 Kecskemét, Kvarc Street 2.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
A canteen (Mensa) operates on campus; meals are charged.

Governance and Ownership
The Mercedes-Benz Schule Kecskemét is a department of the Ungarndeutschen Bildungszentrum Baja, with UBZ (Gemeinnützige Stiftung UBZ) as the school sponsor.
Fees
Application fees

- There is no routine, separate application or enrolment fee charged for state‑funded places at the Mercedes‑Benz School (UBZ Mercedes‑Benz Schule) in Kecskemét.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- Regular school tuition is not charged for students enrolled in state‑funded compulsory education at this institution; there is no published per‑term or per‑year tuition schedule for standard day‑school places.
- The school publishes information about meal charges and participation fees for optional activities, but it does not publish a per‑year tuition table for different year groups in a public fee schedule.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- When fees are charged (for example school meals, optional extracurricular programmes, trips or paid services), billing is handled according to the school's administrative schedule and the local catering/contracted provider; typical practice in local schools is monthly or per‑term invoicing for meals and separate invoicing for excursions or optional programmes.
- Payment deadlines, late‑payment consequences and instalment options (if any) are set by the school's administrative rules or by the external service provider for that charge.

Boarding fees

- The Mercedes‑Benz School in Kecskemét does not operate a boarding/kollégium facility for day pupils; there are no published boarding fees.

Other costs and typical items parents should expect

- School meals: charged where used; meal participation and the meal fee amount are administered through the school's catering arrangements (the school lists meal arrangements on its information pages). Exact meal prices are set administratively and billed to parents.
- Optional extracurricular activities, after‑school care, excursions and special courses: these commonly carry separate participation fees and are invoiced individually when applicable.
- School supplies, textbooks (where not state‑provided), personal equipment for technical workshops, field trips and voluntary school events: these are usual out‑of‑pocket costs for families.
- Uniforms: no mandatory school uniform is listed among the institution's standard obligations; parents should budget for any optional branded items or PE kit that the school may offer or recommend.

Refund information

- Because the school does not charge routine tuition for state‑funded day places, tuition refunds are not applicable for standard state‑funded enrolments. Refund rules for charged services (meals, paid excursions, paid extracurriculars) follow the school's administrative regulations and the terms of the contracted service provider; refunds or pro‑rata credits for cancelled paid services are handled according to those rules.

Fee payment options

- The school and comparable local institutions commonly accept bank transfer and cash for invoiced items; school meal systems are often processed through the school's catering/payment platform. Card acceptance for recurring school charges varies by service provider. Parents should be prepared to pay by bank transfer or the payment channels specified on the school's invoices.

Summary of availability of published fee figures

- No published per‑year or per‑term tuition schedule for the 2026/27 (or 2025/26) academic year for different school years was available in the school's publicly accessible information consulted. The school does not charge routine tuition for state‑funded compulsory education; the main chargeable items that are routinely documented for parents are school meals and optional paid activities, which are invoiced separately and set administratively.
Academics

Curriculum
The school follows Baden-Württemberg state curricula. Primary education (grades 1–4) takes place in a building on Alkony Street built and equipped by Daimler AG and the City of Kecskemét. Due to rising pupil numbers, upper grades (grades 5–10) are taught in a renovated wing of a vocational secondary school on Kvarc Street. Instruction is conducted by German and Hungarian teachers, and alphabetization is in the student's mother tongue (German or Hungarian). The school operates under UBZ supervision and issues diplomas equivalent to Hauptschule, Realschule, and Gymnasium, enabling a transition to the German education system after their stay in Hungary. Since 2015/16 Hungarian students with German language skills have joined, fostering multilingualism and intercultural exchange with Hungarian peers.

Exam Results
Certificates equivalent to Hauptschule, Realschule, and Gymnasium are issued under UBZ supervision.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates hold diplomas equivalent to German Hauptschule, Realschule, and Gymnasium, enabling progression to German higher education within the German system.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school is a source of knowledge and a sense of achievement. The school ensures a smooth transition between kindergarten and school. Children feel safe. The teachers' personalities are important for building attachments. The child receives encouragement and guidance at school. Basic skills are strengthened—counting, reading, writing.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is taught in addition to German. German instruction comprises 20 hours per week across subjects. The program emphasizes Hungarian and mathematics as key skill areas.

Mental Wellbeing
The school emphasizes secure teacher–student relationships by valuing the teachers' personalities and building attachments. Team-teaching supports social and academic development. There are small class sizes and group work for individualized attention. A modern, well-equipped building and a rhythmized daily schedule provide stability. All-day care supports routines and well-being. The school fosters a sense of safety and belonging as a foundation for learning.

Safeguarding
The school ensures children feel safe. The school emphasizes safety through secure teacher–student relationships and strong attachments. A rhythmized daily timetable and after-school supervision support a safe environment. Transitions between educational stages are managed to support safeguarding. The school fosters a culture of belonging that underpins student protection.
Parent Experience

History
Mercedes-Benz School in Kecskemét was founded in 2009 through the joint work of MNÁMK, the City of Kecskemét, and Daimler AG. It comprises a primary school (classes 1–4) located in Alkony utca and a secondary school (classes 5–10) housed in a renovated building at Kvarc utca. The education follows Baden-Württemberg state curricula, and under UBZ sponsorship, students receive certificates and diplomas equivalent to German systems (Hauptschule, Realschule, Gymnasium). The school was initially established for the children of Daimler AG employees and aims to integrate German-language education with inter-cultural exchange alongside Hungarian peers.

Community
Since 2015/16, the Mercedes-Benz School opened to Hungarian children with German language skills. The first class included 7 German- and 6 Hungarian-language students. Instruction is delivered by a team of German and Hungarian teachers, with alphabetization in the students' mother tongue (German or Hungarian) and a focus on individualized learning. The school operates on two campuses, at Kvarc utca 2 and Alkony utca 11, adjacent to Hungarian schools, enabling direct contact with local peers during breaks and shared activities such as lunch and after-school programs.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Mercedes-Benz School Kecskemét is housed in a modern, well-equipped building with a pleasant environment. Education is tuition-free. Class sizes are small and groups can be split as needed. The daily schedule is rhythmically organized and there is all-day care with lunch served in the canteen. Digital devices are used in teaching and instruction is delivered by native German and Hungarian teachers in a team-teaching format.

Academic Facilities
Education is delivered by native German and Hungarian teachers in a team-teaching format, with small classes and group divisions. The curriculum includes Hungarian language and literature and Hungarian history, and a German-language program leads to a German certificate. Career orientation connects students to a broad network of business partners and includes internships at MBMH Kft. General primary and secondary studies run from grade 1 to 12, with German and Hungarian graduation exams at Mercedes-Benz School. Students may pursue further study at Hungarian or foreign universities, including dual vocational training. The program integrates digital devices into teaching to support learning outcomes.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Off-campus learning locations are part of the program, including museum visits and excursions. Afternoon clubs, sports, and arts education are offered, with after-school care available. The timetable includes lunch and supervised study time in the afternoon. Field trips and other experiential activities outside the classroom are incorporated into the curriculum.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Education is delivered for German-native-language students with a team-teaching approach by German and Hungarian teachers. The school follows a German-system of instruction and awards a German certificate. The curriculum emphasizes competency-based, cooperative learning in small classes. German and Hungarian matriculation exams are offered; graduates may pursue university studies abroad or in Hungary and may enter dual vocational training.

Arts & Creative
Afternoon clubs, sports, and arts education are offered. Out-of-classroom learning includes museum visits, excursions, and hiking days. These activities supplement classroom learning.

Cultural & Language
The school is described as a Begegnungsschule – a meeting point for German and Hungarian cultures. A German-language program is offered with a German certificate. Education for German-native-language students uses a team-teaching approach by German and Hungarian teachers. German and Hungarian matriculation exams are available.

Social & Hobbies
Afternoon clubs, sports, and arts education are offered. A structured daily timetable and supervised hours support social development. The school emphasizes strong teacher–student relationships and a sense of belonging. Foundational skills and digital literacy are developed through the curriculum.

Leadership & Professional
Career orientation is provided, with a broad network of economic connections. Internship opportunities are available at MBMH Kft. The school supports pathways to higher education at foreign and Hungarian universities and offers dual vocational training. Students can pursue German or Hungarian matriculation exams as part of their career preparation.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Native-language literacy development is emphasized. Children feel safe at school. Teacher–student relationships are valued, and teachers play a central role in each child's development. Foundational skills (counting, reading, writing) are strengthened, and digital tools are used naturally and purposefully.
Languages

Language Provision
German and Hungarian are taught. The German-language program uses native German and Hungarian teachers in a team-teaching format; the curriculum includes Hungarian language and literature and Hungarian history; German- and Hungarian-language matriculation exams are offered; studies run from grades 1 to 12.

Bilingual Teaching
German-native-speaking and Hungarian teachers teach in a team-teaching format.

Immersion Programs
German-language program with a German-language track leading to a German certificate.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Class options and enrollment. Mercedes-Benz Schule Kecskemét accepts enrollments for Class 5–8, including a language-preparation class, and Class 9–11. The school offers Hauptschule, Realschule, and Gymnasium tracks. The class and track are selected on the enrollment form. 2. Pupil data. The pupil's full name, date and place of birth, residence and place of stay, and the mailing address (if different) are provided. Contact details include phone and email; nationality, gender, mother tongue, and languages spoken at home are recorded; national identifiers (OM-Nummer, TAJ-Nummer) are requested where available. 3. Guardians and E-Napló access. Guardian details are provided; access to the E-Napló (electronic classbook) is requested for the mother, the father, or both. 4. Family residence and needs. If Hungarian residence exists, relevant documents are requested; notes cover child protection, medical needs, large families, and any documented disadvantage. 5. Siblings. Names of siblings who already attend Mercedes-Benz Schule Kecskemét and their current classes are listed. 6. Enrollment documents. The following are required: 1) original enrollment application signed by both parents; 2) copies of the last two school reports; 3) birth certificate; 4) copies of residence cards for parents and pupil; 5) health insurance card; 6) other documents (medical reports, certificates, etc.); 7) vaccination certificate; 8) proof of nationality; 9) custody order if applicable; 10) NEK form; 11) data processing form. 7. Data processing and school rules. By signing, guardians confirm data accuracy and consent to processing under Hungarian law in the school's systems (computer database, enrollment book, class book, administration software, and electronic classbook); data may be shared with the school doctor as needed. 8. Communications and updates. Providing an email allows the school to send additional information; changes to data must be reported in writing; guardians acknowledge having received information about data processing and the school rules. 9. Signatures. The form requires the date and signatures of both father and mother/guardian; both signatures are required.
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