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| Number of students |
more than 1.150 students |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
more than 50 |
| Most common nationality |
German (26%), American (12%), British (11%), Spanish (7%), Indian (5%), Japanese (5%), other various 50 Nationalities (33%) |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
max. 20-25% local students |
| Max. number of students per class |
18-24 students (depends on grade level) |
| Average number of students per class |
20 students |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
yes |
| Native English speaking teachers |
no, but all on a high level of English |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Despite the regular classes for English, German, Spanish, French and Mandarin, we have a very comprehensive Mother-Tongue-Programme offering lesson in more than 15 languages. |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
We have a 1-to-1 Laptop Programme for students as of grade 7. For younger classes we have iPads available if needed. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
a total of max. 30 minutes per day |
| Uniform required |
no |
| Waiting list |
yes, for some classes |
| Entry evaluation for students |
yes, for Secondary School students only & only if needed |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
most of the evaluations are in regards of their English skills |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
we accept applications throughout the year |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
yes |
| External examinations or assessments available |
SAT, PSAT, IB Exams |
| Results in these examinations |
July 2017: 95% IB Diploma passes | 33.0 average IB points | 100% High School Diploma passes
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| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
no |
| School bus service available |
yes |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
yes |
| Learning support offered |
The purpose of the learning support is to identify student’s learning style, scaffold their learning and differentiate the curriculum in order to highlight their true potential. The focus is on the differentiation of learning. We believe effective learning support utilises a collaborative approach, supporting students, teachers and parents in developing an environment that results in optimum learning. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
We have three school counsellors at BIS |
| School start time |
9:00 at Haimhausen Campus | 8:20 at City Campus |
| School finish time |
16:00 at Haimhausen Campus (14:20 on Friday) | 15:20 at City Campus (13:40 on Friday) |
| Supervised care before/after school |
We have a diverse After School Activity Programme for both campuses & we offer an after school care programme at our City Campus in cooperation with Play2Learn |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
intramural sports, like Judo, Gymnastics or Tennis
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| School provided lunches |
yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
yes |
| Sports activities included |
Bavarian International School (BIS) boasts a progressive and professional Physical Education department. Students from Early Childhood upwards are given the chance to experience a wide range of sports and activities under expert guidance. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
With five indoor court spaces, dance studios, a fitness centre and track, as well as field space in abundance, students are never short of variety in their educational endeavours. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Bavarian International School is member of the GISST (German International Schools Sports Tournament) and ESC (European Sports Conference). |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
The Bavarian International School is one of only 2 schools in Germany that is authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) to offer all four programs. BIS provides excellent education for children of different linguistic and cultural backgrounds!
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| Teaching approach of the school |
BIS believes in continuous innovation and pursues a "fail-forward" philosophy. Teachers are encouraged to adopt innovative teaching methods. The school provides an international curriculum through innovative pedagogical techniques to encourage students to inquire, become knowledgeable and, more importantly, become caring individuals. |