| School type | Coeducational Day |
| Co-ed Age Range | 6-18 |
| Number of Pupils | 825 |
| Day fees per annum | EUR16,800 |
| Curriculum | IBDP, IBPYP, IGCSE |
| Language of Instruction | English, German |
| Average Class Size | 17.9 |
| Lentzeallee 8/14, 14195 Berlin, Germany |
Admissions Process
First things first
You believe your child will benefit from the educational programme at B.I.S., great, then please use our application form to get started on the admissions process. Submit the filled in form, signed by both parents (or proof of sole custody), along with copies of recent report cards, birth certificate, by email to the attention of our Admissions Officer, Ms. Melanie Sommer-Joest.
Admissions Process
What’s next?
- Application documents received by our Admissions Officer
- Documents are assessed, applicants get contacted if more are needed
- If application form and documents are in order, then the child is placed either directly on the list of applicants, or on a waiting list
- Entrance tests are carried out for applicants for Grade 6 upwards; trial days are carried out for Grades 1-5 applicants, if they help with the admission decision
- A place is offered
- The place is accepted
- A school contract is issued for signing
Berlin International School is
- an authorized IB World School,
- a state recognized private school in the State of Berlin,
- a private, non-profit, non-denominational day school offering student-centered learning to international and local students,
- fully accredited by Council of International Schools and Middle States Association (MSA-CESS),
- a part of Stiftung Private-Kant Schulen gGmbH and play an active role in the life of this educational institution.
Principles of learning at B.I.S.
We are committed to promoting the values and attributes of the IB Learner Profile and the “Bildungs- und Erziehungsziele” in the State of Berlin, while facilitating an appreciation and respect of our shared humanity and diverse community.
- Provide challenging programs that support students in realizing their academic and individual potential.
- Offer a curriculum that is local and global, develops conceptual understanding, has a particularly strong emphasis on inquiry and encourages academic excellence.
- Encourage the development of thinking, communication, social, self-management and research skills.
- Cultivate multilingualism with an emphasis on English and German language acquisition.
- Ensure that students are able to work independently and as part of a team, in addition to having the opportunity to gain leadership experiences.
- Innovate with technology to further enhance teaching and learning.
- Support learning and program development through effective, deliberate assessment practices.
- Facilitate opportunities that enhance social, intellectual, physical and creative competencies inside and outside the classroom.
- Create a safe, supportive environment where the physical and emotional integrity of each member of our community is respected.
- Develop awareness of our individual and collective responsibility to live sustainably.
- Foster a shared partnership between students, families and the school.