Berlin Metropolitan School

The school is committed to educating the "whole child," focusing on both academic excellence and personal character development. It promotes a culture of solidarity, trust, tolerance, and mutual responsibility, encouraging students to become reflective, open-minded, and engaged global citizens. The educational approach emphasizes critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and the development of social and environmental justice.

The school offers a K-12 curriculum that aligns the Berlin State Curriculum with international standards. Early Learning (ages 3-6) utilizes the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Berlin Educational Program. Primary School (Grades 1-6) continues the PYP, while Secondary School (Grades 7-12) offers the Cambridge IGCSE in Grades 9-10 and the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11-12. The school is a state-recognized substitute school and an authorized IB World School and Cambridge International School.

Graduates earn internationally recognized qualifications, including the IB Diploma and the Cambridge IGCSE. In Grade 10, students may also earn the Mittlerer Schulabschluss (MSA), a local German school-leaving diploma. The school maintains a consistent record of academic achievement in DP and IGCSE examinations, with graduates pursuing further education at universities both in Germany and abroad.

The school provides dedicated student support services, including school counselors, nurses, and child protection officers. A Learning Support Coordinator oversees inclusive practices and differentiated instruction to ensure all students can achieve their potential. The school emphasizes the development of executive functioning and metacognitive skills, fostering a growth mindset and supporting the social-emotional well-being of the "whole child."

The school welcomes applications from families seeking an international education. The admission process includes a one-time admission fee due upon signing the contract, with an additional fee due upon entry to Grade 1 for students transitioning from the Early Learning Center. Families may apply for financial aid, and the school provides case-specific solutions for unexpected changes in financial circumstances. Prospective families are encouraged to attend Virtual Open House sessions.

The school operates an all-day program from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The academic calendar includes scheduled school vacations and a vacation program. Families can subscribe to the school calendar via digital platforms including Apple, Google, and Microsoft Outlook, or download a PDF version from the school website.

Located in central Berlin-Mitte, the campus features two libraries, two science labs, and a cafeteria providing warm meals. The school maintains a robust digital infrastructure, including smart boards, printers, and Apple technology such as MacBooks, iPads, and iMacs for student use. The campus also includes a living wall in the courtyard as part of its sustainability initiatives.

The school offers an extensive After School Program featuring over 75 clubs, including arts (ballet, hip-hop, theater), languages (Mandarin, Spanish), sports (basketball, capoeira, parkour), and STEM (coding, science explorers, Arduino). Students participate in various sports teams and national or international competitions. Additionally, the school organizes regular class excursions, field trips to museums and exhibitions, and international class trips. Secondary students may also join specialized groups such as the Model United Nations, the SDG Club, and the Economics Club.