St. George's School Munich

• Year of foundation: 2013
• Location: Germany, Munich
• Age of students: 2-18 years
• Type of  education: mixed
• Programs: Primary, Secondary School, IB, GCSE
• Accomodation: day school.

St. George's School Munich is a prestigious British school in Munich. The educational institution is located in the infrastructurally developed area of the city. In walking distance from the school is a major traffic intersection. The convenient location of a private German school allows students to combine study with a cognitive holiday in one of Germany's most interesting cities, a multifaceted Munich.

The English-language school is an excellent choice for those who want to get an education in Germany that meets international standards. The school offers a wide range of school programs. Learn here is comfortable and interesting. The school has a modern material base, it has created excellent conditions for the preparation of foreign students. Highly qualified teaching staff is another feature of the language center. At school, every child can count on comprehensive help and support from the teacher-curator.

The programs envisage not only academic preparation of students. They offer a wide range of extra-curricular activities and electives. Junior students can study in literary (reading), dance, theater, music clubs. Also for them are open clubs of debate, yoga, computer science, sewing, foreign language. For students of secondary, senior school, there are subject circles (physical, chemical, mathematical, geographical, literary, linguistic). Students can also play sports, dance, chess, music (playing instruments, vocals).

Academic disciplines are taught in English. German is compulsory until the age of 16, after which it becomes an optional subject. In addition to these two languages, students can choose to include French or Spanish in their schedule. All language courses are conducted by native speakers – experienced teachers with a long history of working with international students.

The school has a career office that helps high school students prepare for admission to the university of their choice: department staff organize individual meetings with students and their families, classes to develop important academic skills, and offer internships to gain practical experience.

Here, teaching is organized at all stages of school education: preparatory, primary, secondary and senior. Education is based on an internationally recognized program and the National Curriculum for England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

School uniform is a mandatory aspect of the educational process — all students from primary to senior school wear clothing of the same color with St. George’s The British International School distinguishing features. School uniform unites the student community, creating an atmosphere of academic rigor.

There is a daytime education format at St. George School Munich, children need to live with their parents or guardians.

Subject list: Art, English literature, Information Technology, maths, physics
Activity list: Cultural events, sport competitions

A House system is in place at the school, which involves dividing students of all ages into four large groups, each with a distinctive symbol — an emblem featuring a mascot. The House system fosters a sense of belonging, allows students to develop leadership skills, learn teamwork, and gain experience in both victories and defeats in a friendly atmosphere.  Throughout the year, Houses compete against each other in sports competitions, creative contests, and research projects, earning points. At the end of the year, a large-scale event is held where the House with the most points is awarded, as well as particularly outstanding students.

Sports, creativity, research activities, charity work, and other extracurricular areas are reflected in thematic clubs, sections, and groups — students can join one or more to develop existing skills and learn new interesting hobbies. Teachers of creative disciplines conduct classes not only in groups but also offer individual lessons in playing musical instruments and vocals. Annually, pupils of creative disciplines participate in numerous concerts and celebrations of important dates.

The campus is always lively: academic studies, collective events, seminars with guest speakers, and many other activities diversify the student experience. Regular trips complement school life and help students connect learning to everyday experiences. Excursions around the region and outdoor classes allow pupils to strengthen friendships, study culture, history, and natural attractions. In addition to day trips, annual events are organized for students in grades 3-13, including accommodation, ski trips, and camping.

Middle school students have a slightly wider range of activities that support their academic and extracurricular development: language exchanges, expeditions based on the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, subject-specific excursions, and career events at local and national universities.

• St. George's School Munich is distinguished by the high quality of academic preparation of students. The average score for IB in the school is 35 at the global level of 29.
• The school has created an intercultural multinational environment: representatives of more than 35 nationalities are studied here. It promotes development of students' communication skills, allows children to get new friends from different countries of the world, get acquainted with the culture, traditions of other peoples.
• The educational process at the school is designed in such a way that students can quickly adapt to the new educational environment.
• The school pays much attention to the creative, sporting development of children. The bias is on music and team games. Mugs and sections are available to all comers.

The school has everything necessary for effective and comfortable learning. Modern lecture classes are equipped here, there are scientific laboratories, a computer center with access to the Internet, a library with a wide range of printed and electronic publications. To relax in breaks between classes students can in the spacious hall.

Special classrooms,  halls are provided for electives. The sports infrastructure is represented by an athletic hall, playgrounds on the school grounds.

Extra charges:

• Registration fee (one time);
• Fully refundable deposit for boarding school (only not for EU citizens);
• One-time fee for schools;
• Curator;
• Educational materials;
• Flight.

Extras:

• Application fee 4000 EUR
• Registration fee (for a programme/course) 750 EUR

Applications are accepted year-round. Before submitting an application, employees recommend visiting the campus to meet the teachers, tour the grounds and ask any questions you may have; your child will be able to spend a trial day in class. If a visit to the school grounds is not possible, candidate families can contact the admissions committee online.

Candidates go through several registration stages:

• Submitting an application and required documents,
• Taking a test to determine existing knowledge,
• Receiving an official invitation to enroll,
• Making a deposit to reserve a place in the class,
• Starting education.

Admission is based on the results of entrance examinations, as existing knowledge and proficiency in English are important for further academic progress.

High school students receive an internationally recognized diploma that opens doors to many leading universities around the world, enrolling in educational institutions in Great Britain, Germany, the USA and other countries.

International applicants need to have a complete set of personal documents: passport, health insurance, visa or residence permit for Germany. Academic transcripts from the previous place of study should be attached to the application, which will demonstrate current academic performance and the knowledge base of the future student. Proficiency in English is important for students applying to middle and high school — the admissions committee conducts testing and offers additional language support if needed.

Each year, a limited number of students receive partial or full scholarships. Important criteria for financial support include the family's unstable financial situation and the student’s academic success.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision