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German and International curriculums
Bilingual
Ages 3 to 16

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German and International
Bilingual
Ages 3 to 16

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3.6 (based on 4 reviews) Reviews aren't verified

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3.6
Good
Breakdown of the average rating
Overall opinion - Very Good
Teachers - Very Good
Academics - Good
Facilities - Good
School Atmosphere - Good
Administration - Good
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- Terrible
July 24, 2025
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- Terrible

Platanus used to be a very good school but since they exchanged their headmaster against a school leadership team (SLT) various things have changed for the worse.

To start with something positive: German kids learn English very quickly at Platanus. This is because nearly all the lessons are in English. English speaking kids have problems learning German, and even German kids struggle with German reading and writing. Parents complaining about that are told to find another school for their kids.

The academic level, which used to be okay, has dropped dramatically in the last couple of years. The primary school is still okay, it is comparable to a state primary school. The middle school is now comparable to an average state Sekundarschule in Berlin. The academic level is far from that of a Gymnasium.

As a parent you are somehow helpless because it is very difficult to get to know... read full review

Breakdown of rating
Overall opinion - Terrible
Teachers - Good
Academics - Terrible
Facilities - Average
School Atmosphere - Terrible
Administration - Average

↳ Reply from Platanus School Berlin

December 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We would like to clarify a few points for accuracy and context. Platanus Schule Berlin has had a School Leadership Team structure for the 6th year running, which has proven efficient and responsive, ensuring decisions are based on regular dialogue with students, staff, and parents. Our team includes over 50 teachers. Annual staff surveys consistently show high satisfaction. Naturally, some teachers move on, and occasionally, this is a mutual decision, as we maintain clear... read full reply

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CityBerlin
CurriculumsGerman and International
Leaving qualificationAbitur
Languages of instructionEnglish and German
Age RangeAges 3 to 16
Yearly fees: Not public
Reviews: 3.6
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