Chanukka
Chanukka sameach to our jewish pupils, families and teachers! We had a wonderful jewish light celebration with music, dance and Dreidel cake, even if we could not wait until dusk to light the Chanukkia....
Internationale Friedensschule Köln
3 SCHOOLS – 45 NATIONS – ONE CAMPUS
Excellent education, tailored to each student. Every day. From elementary school to the International Baccalaureate Diploma or the Abitur. Truly bilingual learning in a unique school community where intercultural compentences and excellent language skills come naturally.
IFK/CIS: we know that the future belongs to those who think outside of the box, who are curious, develop creative ideas and implement intelligent and practical solutions. The future belongs to those who have learned to move within the globalized world confidently and effortlessly, who know their own culture and are open to others.
We are an IB World School and a state-approved private school, recognized by the state Nordrhein-Westfalen (NRW) and accredited by the International Baccalaureate (IB) and the University of Cambridge.
Head start
BILINGUAL PRIMARY SCHOOL
Meaningful, child-oriented learning in a warm, secure environment. Two classroom teachers work side-by-side within our bilingual teaching model, where we have integrated the NRW curriculum into the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP). With a focus on academics, social skills and international-mindedness, your child will have the optimal start to their educational career, and will be well-prepared for the secondary school of their choice.
ICGSE and IB Diploma
INTERNATIONAL SECONDARY SCHOOL
A comprehensive, English-language IB World School, students learn in a combination of the IB and Cambridge Secondary curricula. Experienced teachers from around the globe guide and support students in small learning groups, enabling each individual to develop their unique strengths and talents. Students graduate with a well-rounded education and internationally recognized qualifications – the IGCSEs and IB Diploma – ready to succeed at university and beyond.
(Bilingual) Abitur
GYMNASIUM BILINGUAL +
As a fully state-recognized Gymnasium (German secondary school), we implement the North Rhine Westphalia curriculum with emphasis on English proficiency. Students benefit from combining the standards of the German educational system with the values of our international campus while sharing resources, teaching concepts and extracurricular programmes. They graduate with the Abitur, which gives successful graduates access to universities in Germany and worldwide.
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A Snapshot of our Secondary Schools
Small learning groups
Learning needs personal relationships and works best when teachers have sufficient time for each student. Small learning groups provide time for differentiation and individualized learning.
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A strong community
The ability for teamwork is one of the key skills of our time. Anyone who has learned how to work together in international groups and adapt to diversity of human beings will succeed. And feel comfortable everywhere in the world.
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On the move
Natural "brain doping" that increases concentration and performance, is healthy and trains endurance and team spirit? Of this, children should get a lot!
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A place to feel good
It's simple: If you like the place you are, find good facilities and people who support you, feel secure and accepted, you learn better.
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It’s all about being creative
Activating both halves of the brain boosts learning results. Being able to think creatively gives humans a competitive advantage over computers. Those who can express themselves artistically lead a more fulfilled life. A special focus at our school is music.
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Languages and communication
Fluency on native speaker level in English and German, certificated knowledge of additional languages strong written and oral communication skills - our students are prepared for the age of international communication.
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Research the future
No curriculum can cover everything children need to know for their future anymore. They will have to find and critically evaluate information throughout their lives. Their future - and ours - depend on their ability to find creative solutions.
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Accreditation & Partnerships
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE WORLD SCHOOL
The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment. These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.
ASSOCIATION OF GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS
The Association of German International Schools (AGIS) represents and supports the educational and public interest of member schools and their communities by promoting and improving international education. There are currently 23 full member schools who belong to AGIS which provides them with a professional support network in all matters relating to the successful management of international schools in Germany, in particular relations with the Federal Republic.
VERBAND DEUTSCHER PRIVATSCHULEN NORDRHEIN-WESTFALEN E.V.
The Association of German Private School Associations e. V., represents private schools in early childhood, school and tertiary education, vocational education and adult education. The VDP supports the efforts of its members for the highest possible quality in education. It participated in introducing DIN (Deutsches Institut für Normung) quality norms in the education system.
MINISTERIUM FÜR SCHULE UND BILDUNG DES LANDES NORDRHEIN-WESTFALEN
We are recognized by the state NRW as a state-approved private school.
GET TO KNOW US
UNSERE SCHULGEMEINSCHAFT
Unsere Schule gehört uns allen gemeinsam: Eltern, Lehrer und Angestellte sind Kommanditisten oder Geldgeber. Nicht nur deshalb kommen hier alle zu Wort – jeder von uns ist ein überzeugter Botschafter unseres einmaligen Schulkonzepts.
Grundschullehrerin
Pippi Langstrumpf
„Das habe ich noch nie vorher versucht, also bin ich völlig sicher, dass ich es schaffe.“
Facility Manager
Oscar Wilde
„Das Ziel des Lebens ist die Selbstentwicklung: Das eigene Wesen völlig zur Entfaltung zu bringen, ist unsere Bestimmung.“
Lehrer International School
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
„Wüchsen die Kinder in der Art fort, wie sie sich andeuten, so hätten wir lauter Genies.“
Lehrerin Gymnasium
Margaret Mead
„Kinder müssen lernen, wie man denkt, nicht was man denkt.“
UNSER BLOG
WAS UNS BESCHÄFTIGT
Kleine Lernabenteuer und große Ereignisse, Alltägliches und Außergewöhnliches, Geschichten über Schüler und von Schülern – viel Spass beim Stöbern!
March 17, 2018
March 17, 2018Mathematics olympics: Well done, Team IFK/CIS!
The results of this years mathematics olympics are astonishing! Congratulations to Krzysztof (grade 6) and Fabian (8) - 2nd price / Hugo (6), Fabienne (6) and Carlo (9) - 3rd price / Elise (6) and Dora (8) - Recognition...
March 17, 2018Martin Gauger award
8th grade German students gained 3rd place at the "Martin Gauger" nationwide school competition for their contribution „Violence against children“. The jury was as impressed as us, seeing how the students approached the topic....