accadis International School Bad Homburg

The school is a family-run, non-profit institution that promotes a holistic educational concept centered on the motto "one step ahead." It values lifelong learning, bilingualism, and international-mindedness, fostering an environment where students from over 50 nations learn to respect and interact with one another. The educational philosophy emphasizes social and personal skills, including service, compassion, ambition, dedication, and patience.

The school offers a bilingual educational journey starting from Preschool (ages 2–5) through to the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11 and 12. The Elementary School (Grades 1–4) and Secondary School (Grades 5–10) utilize a combination of the Hessian curriculum and the Cambridge International curriculum, with students in Grade 10 completing IGCSE examinations alongside their German secondary school certificate. The curriculum is designed to be academically challenging while fostering critical thinking and lifelong learning.

Graduates of the school are prepared for universities worldwide through the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, which serves as a recognized university entrance qualification. The school's holistic educational approach aims to develop determined, responsible, and committed global citizens. Alumni have gone on to pursue diverse paths, with some even returning to the school as parents, continuing the "accadis family" tradition.

The school emphasizes an individual approach to education, with teachers committed to meeting the specific needs of each student. The institution provides pastoral care and maintains a focus on personal development, supporting students through various stages of growth from early childhood to young adulthood. Collaborative learning is encouraged through cross-grade level projects and buddy systems where older students support younger peers.

The school follows a structured admission process for its bilingual programmes, beginning with a consultation that can be conducted online, in person, or by phone. Prospective families are encouraged to contact the admissions team to learn more about the specific requirements for the Preschool, Elementary School, Secondary School, or the IB Diploma Programme. The institution is a non-profit organization funded through tuition fees, with options available for income and asset-based fee calculations.

The school operates on a structured academic calendar with scheduled breaks, including summer, fall, winter, and spring holidays, as well as designated bridge days. In addition to the regular academic year, the school offers holiday programmes for Elementary school students, such as holiday camps and summer camps, which provide supervised activities during vacation periods.

The school is located at the SÜDCAMPUS in Bad Homburg and features modern, light-filled classrooms equipped with large movable smartboards and dedicated wall-to-wall pinboards. The campus includes a state-of-the-art sports center with a "floating" single-court hall, science rooms, a music room, an art room, a theater room with a stage, and a library. The facilities also incorporate a high-efficiency LED lighting system and are designed with an industrial aesthetic to provide students with insight into the building's construction and functionality.

Students participate in a variety of activities designed to foster teamwork, creativity, and social skills, such as the annual Domino Day and various charity initiatives like "Christmas in a Shoebox." The school also organizes team-building events, sports activities, and arts exhibitions, including visual arts showcases. After-school activities are available to further enrich the student experience beyond the classroom.