International School of Bremen

• Location: Bremen, Germany,
• Year of foundation: 1998,
• Number of students: more than 380,
• Language of instruction: English,
• Type: mixed.

The International School of Bremen (ISB) is a private school of international education that offers training programs for students of all school ages: from kindergarten to grade 12. At the end of their studies, middle school students receive the International General Certificate of Cambridge Education (IGCSE), and senior students receive the International Baccalaureate (IBDP).

The institution opened its doors in 1998, two years after the idea of founding a school that would provide high-quality education to students from different countries appeared. The initial enrollment of students included no more than 50 applicants, and currently exceeds a hundred new students each year. About 380 students constantly communicate, study and engage in versatile development on campus.

ISB has an online distance learning platform that was developed during the Covid-19 pandemic. At the moment, it provides educational articles, the opportunity to study from anywhere in the world for those who cannot come to Bremen.

The institution provides accommodation in a new boarding house, which has prepared single and double rooms for 23-46 students aged 14 years and older. The building is located a 10-minute walk from the ISB educational buildings. The rooms have bicycle storage, a seating and self-study area, a bathroom, a kitchenette for self-catering. Wi-Fi, wired internet connection are available in the building.

There is a cafeteria in the pension, providing residents with delicious, fresh and healthy food throughout their stay. Students will be able to purchase salads, hot dishes, drinks and pastries. Kitchen staff are ready to observe the medical, dietary and other predispositions of students, offering alternative food.

The cost of one meal varies depending on the class and ranges from 3.60 to 4.50 €. The cafeteria is also available for parents – lunch will cost them 5.70 €.

The location of the hostel is convenient for trips around the city and its surroundings:

• 15 minutes by tram to the central railway station and the city center,
• 30 minutes by tram to the airport.

ISB has created many opportunities for the development of sports, creative and intellectual abilities of students. One of them is participation in the International Duke of Edinburgh Award, which allows students to show their skills in different directions under the guidance of qualified instructors. Since 2007, many students have decorated their portfolios with certificates of merit in the field of social activities and extraordinary abilities.

Middle school students have the opportunity to participate in the G.I.N. (Global Issues Network) program, which contributes to raising awareness of the world's environmental, ethical and economic issues. A UN academic simulation is also available to inform participants about current developments relating to the environment, international human rights relations, diplomacy and United Nations agendas. The ISB regularly merges with other schools, sending its "delegates" to similar conferences held locally or nationally.

On the campus of the school there are a variety of hobby clubs, music and art studios, individual lessons on playing musical instruments, language practices and much more that will help students discover new talents and master previously unfamiliar areas.

• New campus with excellent infrastructure,
• Accreditation of all programs, including the right to teach IBDP,
• Collaboration with The City of London Freemen's Global School, Jacob's University,
• Students are representatives of more than 40 countries,
• The ratio of foreign students to local students is 60:40%,
• Small classes of up to 18 people.

The school's campus is located in a beautiful area of shady forests and open fields. Students here will be able to truly enjoy the natural beauties of Germany and the sights of Bremen thanks to good transport accessibility: trams, buses, bicycle paths and taxis are located near the academic buildings.

On the territory of the ISB are equipped:

• Classrooms and laboratories with new equipment and materials for projects,
• Computer rooms,
• Studios of additional education,
• Gym and game rooms,
• Cafeteria
• Conference hall for events,
• The medical department, which provides first aid and monitors the course of chronic diseases of students,
• Administrative Department.

The territory of the school is safe: surrounded by a fence, is under round-the-clock video surveillance and security.

The school year lasts from the end of August to the last week of June. During the year, several weeks of vacations and weekends are provided in honor of national and international holidays. Classes take place on weekdays, and activities are most often organized in the afternoon or on weekends.

Additional costs:

• Registration fee – 1000€,
• Registration fee for admission of two or more children at the same time – 500 € from each,
• Family registration fee – 5000€,
• Refundable deposit – 350€,
• Tuition tax for non-residents of Bremen – 1000 € per year,
• Books and consumables as needed,
• Meals on campus.

• Visit campus with an introductory tour or contact the admissions office via video link to meet and clarify questions,
• Fill in the registration form, providing the required documents,
• Pay the registration fee and deposits,
• Pass the interview in person or in an online format,
• Expect an official letter of invitation for the first day of school.

High school graduates get excellent results in exams that open their doors to the best universities in the world. The choice of students in recent years fell on the institutions of Germany, the USA, Great Britain, Canada, the Netherlands and other countries:

• Bremen University,
• Carl Benz Institute of Technology,
• Jacob’s University,
• Connor College,
• Newcastle College,
• Tel Aviv University,
• Arnhem Art College and others.

Foreign applicants must provide upon admission:

• Personal documents: passport, visa or residence permit, health insurance,
• Reports for the last two years of study at the previous school,
• Reports of specialists (speech therapist, psychologist and others) if available,
• Individual achievements if available.

Education at the school is conducted in English, so students will need a conversational level not lower than B2.

Discounts on tuition fees are provided if parents pay the annual cost of the program in advance and in full.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision