Austria, Innsbruck
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Aims and goals describe a dynamic, global educational programme in both German and English, with communicative competence in reading, writing, listening and speaking in both languages.
The COLE bilingual Pre-school (E/D) uses English as the working language for all children, with German as the second language. German is taught as the national language, and at least one German native-speaking assistant is present to teach.
COLE Pre-school (E/D) offers bilingual education with English as the working language and German as the second language, enabling language learning through everyday activities and staff support.
COLE International Schools in Innsbruck offers a bilingual English and German early years pathway and a bilingual Primary School for children aged 6 to 10. The Pre-School operates in English with German speaking assistants and follows the British Early Years Foundation Stage for younger children, while the Primary delivers parallel instruction in German and English under the supervision of qualified teachers from Britain and Austria. The bespoke curriculum blends Austrian and British frameworks with a science emphasis, and ICT is integrated across learning. The school is private and non-denominational, housed in a family home with a dedicated Pre-School garden. COLE prioritises holistic development, intercultural awareness and language acquisition, and maintains partnerships with Brighton College to uphold standards. Extracurriculars include holiday programmes, science and technology projects, arts and crafts and a range of outdoor activities. The campus is preparing to extend to a High School, offering welcoming atmosphere for international families.