Grades at IB Schools

How do IB schools like CIS assess students without traditional grades? Discover how we use evidence-based assessments, individualized feedback, and internationally recognized criteria to support real learning — not just numbers on a report card. Learn how our approach nurtures confidence, growth, and lifelong learning.

ES IST OFFIZIELL – Die CIS wird eine IB-Schule!

Die Cologne International School ist stolz darauf, ihre offizielle Ernennung zur International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum School bekannt zu geben. Wir bieten nunmehr das gesamte Spektrum der IB-Programme für Schüler*innen im Alter von 5 bis 18 Jahren an.

IT’S OFFICIAL – CIS Becomes An IB Continuum School!

Cologne International School is proud to announce its official designation as an International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum School, offering the full spectrum of IB programmes for students aged 5 – 18: PYP, MYP, and DP. We are the 3rd IB Continuum school in NRW!

How To Protect Children From Bullying

With 43% of tweens and up to 95% of teens owning smartphones, many might not be prepared for online dangers like bullying, phishing, and cybergrooming. At Cologne International School, we’re committed to educating students to protect themselves.

How To Make A School A Feel-Good Place

Many pupils experience exam anxiety, performance pressure, and social stress, which can lead to physical and psychological issues. Hence, it is essential to create an environment where students feel comfortable and can focus on learning.

What Does It Mean To Be A Global Citizen?

Delve into the compelling journey of Grade 6 students as they explore the concept of global citizenship in their Individuals and Societies class. Through a captivating real-life case study of Eliza from Maputo, students confront pressing global issues.

CIS Boarding House: Feels Like Home

In our boarding house, we promote a modern boarding school life. This means that the students actively participate in shaping community life. This strengthens community cohesion and ensures that the boarding house feels like a home.

CIS Internat: Fühlt sich an wie Zuhause

In unserem Internat fördern wir ein modernes Internatsleben. Das heißt, dass die Schüler*innen aktiv das Gemeinschaftsleben mitgestalten. Dies stärkt den Zusammenhalt und sorgt dafür, dass sich das Internat wie ein Zuhause anfühlt.

Tai-Chi an der Cologne International School

Hinter Tai-Chi steckt viel mehr als Meditation und Bewegung. Es ist ein Weg, um innere Balance zu finden und ein gesundes und glückliches Leben zu führen. Die Persönlichkeitsentwicklung steht dabei im Vordergrund.

Ghana Student Exchange Program

Today, I invite you on this journey as I recall our recent student exchange program between our school in Cologne and our friends from Ghana. Let’s relive this cross-cultural adventure!

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Information Evenings 2025

Attend our Online Information Evenings on Google Meet to explore our educational approach, learn about our programs, and speak with our school leadership directly. We’d love to meet you!

Amazon Jungle

Throughout February, 2024, 25 of our CIS students embarked on a long journey to the Amazon Jungle in Iquitos, Peru. Students worked hard the previous months to raise funds to be able to create their community service project with the local communities of El Chino in the Tahuayo Region of the Amazon basin. Once there, our 25 students, along with our three teachers and the guides at the lodge they stayed in, participated in a whole day community service project where students built two complete Primary School classrooms. Our students built 20 desks and 20 chairs from scratch with the help of the local community and finished the day by putting the new furniture inside the classrooms. Thanks to this initiative, the students were able to fill up two classrooms that are now providing full day education to the children of the community. At CIS, one of our pillars of excellent education is understanding the privilege that comes with being an IB student and an international school student, and the importance of being global citizens. With this, comes the responsibility of being stewards of the communities that inhabit this world and the importance of giving back and being change makers!
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