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Germany, Heidelberg
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MIS prioritizes personal, social, and emotional growth and fosters a strong sense of community. Staff build personal connections with students to support their development, interests, and aspirations. A range of programs and activities helps students connect with each other and their surroundings. Leadership and service opportunities develop essential life skills such as communication, problem-solving and teamwork. The school provides a safe and inclusive environment to learn, grow, and belong.
All core classes are taught in English. MIS uses Early Language Immersion to develop bilingual potential in English and German. The Language Acquisition element of the IB Diploma enables study of a second language. Students may choose French or Spanish if they have prior learning, and a self-taught option may be available, with guidance from the school.
The school focuses on personal, social, and emotional growth and the overall well-being of students. It provides a safe, inclusive environment for learning and growth. Programs and activities support emotional development, resilience and social connectedness.
Metropolitan International School in Viernheim provides bilingual education for students aged three months to 18 years. The school follows the Cambridge International curriculum integrated with German state curriculum standards. Students work toward IGCSEs and A-Levels. The campus includes a dedicated nursery, a forest kindergarten, and secondary facilities equipped with science labs and a cafeteria serving fresh meals. A notable feature is the school's extended day program, which operates from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, incorporating supervised study periods and various afternoon activities. This structure supports families by combining classroom learning with extracurricular engagement on one site. Students study primarily in English and German, preparing them for both local and international transitions. The school is officially recognized as a state-approved "Ersatzschule." This dual-pathway approach ensures learners meet German educational requirements while attaining international qualifications. All-day care is available throughout the year, including during most autumn, Easter, and summer holidays.
