Kammer International Bilingual School

The school treats social-emotional learning as equal to academic learning. The House System supports the academic development of students by valuing compassion, independent learning, and other talents alongside academic achievement. The student council, linked to the House System, enables democratic involvement; primary pupils elect House Captains and Vice-House Captains and class representatives, while the grammar school elects Presidents of the Houses. Cambridge exams are held annually, with Young Learners Exams in primary and KET, PET, FCE, and CAE in secondary, aligned to CEFR standards.

The school hosts musical events such as piano evenings in the Mensa, featuring works by Bach, Debussy, and Liszt. A BBC Workshop gives students in Years 5 to 10 hands-on experience in filmmaking, covering camera work, sound, production, and teamwork. These experiences form part of arts and creative learning within the wider school program.

Immersion and bilingual learning anchors English and German as core languages; students hear, speak, and learn in authentic contexts to acquire language without pressure. Language distribution by grade shows English and German as the core languages in the early years, with a gradual introduction of additional languages across the primary and secondary years (Nursery 60/40, Kindergarten 50/50, Primary Years 1-2 90/10 English/German, Years 3-4 80/20, Secondary 50/50). From Year 5 English and German remain core; Spanish is added, and from Year 7 students choose between French, Latin, and Chinese. Cambridge exams are held annually, with Young Learners in primary and KET, PET, FCE, and CAE in secondary, CEFR-aligned.

In Kindergarten, children have the right to participate in decisions affecting them according to their development, through situational work. The House System supports social-emotional learning and academic development, with three houses—Leibniz, Lessing, and Busch—and a student council that enables democratic involvement. Primary students elect House Captains and class representatives, and the iHero program provides opportunities to help others and undertake further training. The student council and House System together foster active participation and leadership in school life.

House points are awarded for compassion, independent learning, good deeds, consistent effort, academic achievement, and service to others, with certificates and awards presented at assemblies. The House System and student leadership structures reinforce community service and collaboration across the school. The student council supports cooperation at various levels and contributes to shaping school life through democratic processes.

The House System anchors leadership development by distributing roles across year groups and awarding house points for leadership and service. Primary pupils elect House Captains and Vice-House Captains and class representatives; grammar school students elect Presidents of the Houses. The iHero program gives pupils opportunities to help peers with technology and receive additional leadership training. The student council operates within the House System to enable democratic participation and opportunities to help shape school life.

Mental health and wellbeing are central to the school's approach; educators are available to discuss concerns and support development. A calendar with monthly topics on mental health guides discussions and activities. Students engage in relaxation techniques, yoga, and meditation as part of wellbeing. Participation in school life and empowering students to take on responsibilities supports a caring, wellbeing-focused community.