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Taught languages German, Spanish, French, Mandarin, English
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Munich International School (MIS) is an independent day IB World School for ages 4–18 on a 55-acre campus near Starnberg. MIS offers the IB continuum—PYP, MYP and the Diploma Programme (DP)—with DP the senior pathway. IB authorization dates from 1980. In DP results, the Class of 2023 achieved 100% DP passes; the Class of 2025 saw 95% graduate with a Diploma, averaging 35 points and 106 diplomas awarded. Facilities support interdisciplinary, project-based learning. The Learning NeXus (opened August 2024) is a central hub with a flexible floor plan, the NeXus Library, Language Center and Makers' Lab. The Senior School houses a Performing Arts Center; the Junior School includes an auditorium and a gym. Outdoor education and sustainability are central, with extensive sports spaces and wilderness trails. The Tanzania Project and Duke of Edinburgh Award illustrate service and leadership. After-school activities include Speech & Debate, Pop-Up Art and Dungeons & Dragons.
Munich International School has 1,300 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.
Location
The school is located at Schloss Buchhof, 82319 Starnberg, Germany. MIS sits on a 55-acre campus near the city of Starnberg in the Bavarian Lake District, just outside Munich. It is accessible from Munich and is served by an extensive bus network.
Stages
Early Childhood; Junior School; Middle School; Senior School.
Type
Day school
Pupil Nationality Mix
60+ nationalities represented.
Additional learning support
English as an Additional Language (EAL) support from Grades 1-8.
School day structure
Junior School day 9:05–3:15; Early Childhood day 9:05–1:20, 3:15, or 4:20 depending on the day; Middle and Senior Schools day 9:05–4:05.
Bus service
Bus transportation offers more than 80 routes with over 700 stops, covering about 80% of the areas where MIS students reside; bus routes and sizes are reviewed during the summer; bus fees apply.
Fees
Annual tuition at Munich International School ranges from EUR 13,590 to EUR 27,583 for 2026/27.
Application and Registration Fees - Application Fee: €330 payable with each application. - Entrance Fee (new students): €9,421 per child in the first year; €3,944 per child in the second and third school years. The Entrance Fee is due by 1 July. - Registration Fee (first year of enrolment): €2,021 payable with signature of the School Contract. - Re-enrollment Fee (returning students): €1,004.
Annual Tuition Fees and Instalment Amounts (School Year/Grade Breakdown) - Early Childhood (EC / Kindergarten) — annual tuition and available booking options: - Morning (4–5 hours/day): €13,590 (one-year amount). Installment (50%): €6,795. - Short Day (5–6 hours/day): €15,463. Installment (50%): €7,731.50. - Regular Day (6–7 hours/day): €17,337. Installment (50%): €8,668.50. - Extended Day (7–8 hours/day): €20,059. Installment (50%): €10,029.50. - Grades 1–4: Annual Tuition €18,289. Per instalment (50%): €9,144.50. - Grades 5–8: Annual Tuition €20,928. Per instalment (50%): €10,464.00. - Grade 9: Annual Tuition €22,967. Per instalment (50%): €11,483.50. - Grades 10–11: Annual Tuition €26,196. Per instalment (50%): €13,098.00. - Grade 12: Annual Tuition €27,583. Per instalment (50%): €13,791.50.
Technology Fee - Technology Fee (due by 1 July each year) by grade: - Early Childhood: €676. - Grades 1–4: €1,016. - Grades 5–8: €1,077. - Grades 9–12 (BYOD): €706. - Technology Fee supports IT infrastructure and 1:1 device provision.
Billing Schedule and Payment Terms - Annual Tuition Fee billing: two instalments — 1st instalment (50% of annual Tuition Fee) payable by 1 July; 2nd instalment (50%) payable by 1 December. - Payment methods accepted: bank transfer only; cash payments are not accepted. All payments must be made in euros. Any foreign-currency transfers will be credited at the school account's exchange rate and bank charges/exchange differences will be charged to the family account. IBAN and SWIFT/BIC for bank transfers are provided for payer use (IBAN: DE42 7025 0150 0022 8272 73; BIC: BYLADEM1KMS). - Special Payment Plan (SPP) option for families paying 100% privately: equal payments due on 1 July, 1 October, 1 January, and 1 April; SPP requires direct debit and CFO approval; a service fee of €500 applies and is added to the first invoice. Revoked direct debits invalidate the SPP and full payment becomes due immediately.
Sibling Reductions and Fee-Reduction Programmes - Sibling reductions: families with three or more children enrolled simultaneously receive reductions for the youngest child(ren): 10% reduction for the third child, 20% reduction for the fourth child and any additional children. - A School Fee Reduction Programme (SFRP) exists for eligible families; separate application and eligibility criteria apply.
Optional and Additional Fees - Student Life Programme (SLP), Athletics, Arts and After-School Activities (seasonal fees): various per-activity fees (examples): - Athletics season fee (standard Wildcats season): €250 per season. - Arts/After-School Activities (on-site) fees typically range from €65 to €195 per season depending on weekly hours. - Duke of Edinburgh's International Award participation fee: €250 per year. - After School Care (ASC) options (annual rates): - Option A (ASC only): €1,808. - Option B (ASC Plus): €2,245. - Option C (EC–Grade 6 early-release Fridays supervision only): €484. - School bus transportation (annual fees by distance band; round-trip and one-way options): - Section A (0–7 km): Round trip €1,910; One way €955. - Section B (7–14 km): Round trip €2,674; One way €1,337. - Section C (14–21 km): Round trip €3,440; One way €1,720. - Section D (21–28 km): Round trip €4,204; One way €2,102. - Section E (>28 km): Round trip €5,094; One way €2,547. - Laboratory/LIAB or special seasonal lab bus options also have separate fees. Bus fees are charged annually and are subject to proration for late enrolment or early termination according to the school's schedule. - Other optional costs: optional trips, off-site activities, ISST tournament travel, materials for specific courses, and similar items may be invoiced separately when applicable. - Uniforms / PE kit: PE uniforms and kit are available for purchase through a local provider.
Refunds, Proration and Withdrawal Terms - Non-refundable fees: the Application Fee, Registration Fee, and Re-enrollment Fee are non-refundable. The Technology Fee is non-refundable unless the student withdraws before the entry date. The Entrance Fee is non-refundable except when a student has attended MIS for 65 days or less in a given school year; in such a case 50% of that year's Entrance Fee will be refunded. If a student withdraws before the entry date, 100% of the Entrance Fee will be refunded. - Annual Tuition Fee proration on early termination (refundable percentage based on termination month): - Termination effective in August: 90% refundable - September: 80% refundable - October: 70% refundable - November: 60% refundable - December: 50% refundable - January: 40% refundable - February: 30% refundable - March: 20% refundable - April: 10% refundable - May: 0% refundable - June: 0% refundable. - Bus fees and ASC fees are subject to specific proration and refund rules; bus fees have their own payable/prorated schedule for late enrolment and a specified refundable percentage in case of termination.
Boarding - Munich International School is a day school and does not offer boarding.
Fee Invoicing and Communication - Invoices are sent by email only. Families must keep Admissions updated with current contact details to receive invoices and payment communications.
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Academics
Munich International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 4 to 18.
Curriculum
The school uses the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. MIS is an IB-authorized school, first authorized in 1980. The Diploma Programme is the standard pathway for almost all Senior School students. In 2023, the Class of 2023 achieved a 100% IB Diploma Programme pass rate. For the Class of 2025, 95% of those who attempted the DP graduated with an IB Diploma, with an average Diploma score of 35 and 106 diplomas awarded.
Exam Results
DP results show a 100% pass rate for the Class of 2023. The Class of 2025 achieved 106 DP diplomas with an average DP score of 35; 95% of those who attempted the DP earned the Diploma. The Diploma Programme is MIS's standard pathway for almost all grade 12 students, with high success rates.
Higher Education Progression
Senior School learning is grounded in real-world connections to support decisions about higher education and career choices.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Well-being is a major focus in Middle School, with deliberate attention to social, emotional, intellectual, physical, and environmental well-being, and a Middle School counsellor is available to support students.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is offered from Grades 1-8.
Mental Wellbeing
MIS provides support and care for emotional and psychological wellbeing through pastoral care and counselling.
Safeguarding
The Welfare Policy protects the health, safety, and welfare of every child; the policy aligns with international, national, and local laws, and all members of the community are responsible for maintaining high standards of care and reporting any suspicion or knowledge of child endangerment. A Child Protection Officer can be reached at childprotection@mis-munich.de, and concerns about the Head of School can be directed to board@mis-munich.de.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Begin the admissions process by using the Apply Now link to start an MIS application. Before starting your 2024-25 school year application, contact the Admissions office to check availability. Fees information for 2024/25 is published to help families plan costs. 2. For the 2025-26 academic year, use the application dashboard to submit your MIS application. The dashboard is accessed via the 'click here' link on the Admissions Process page, which centralizes applications and document submission. 3. Meet Your Admissions Team: Denise Hitchen (Middle & Senior School Specialist), Lee Kim Briffa Jaspers (Junior School Specialist), Julie Kempe (Admissions Generalist & Project Manager), and Elena Ershova (Part-time Admissions Assistant). 4. Review Fees Information for 2024/25 and consider the Fee Reduction Program as a potential financial aid option. FAQs are available for common questions about our school and transfer from other systems.
Scholarships
MIS Scholarship is being developed to widen access by paying school fees for a small number of select students who align with MIS values and mission and show strong potential to contribute to the school and the world beyond. It is funded by donations directed to a dedicated foundation. MIS Gala fundraising in September 2024 raised over €300,000, bringing the project to over 60% of the required funding for launch in the 2025/26 school year. The purpose is to widen access to MIS, bring new students, and support the school's nonprofit status.
FAQs
What ages does Munich International School serve?
Munich International School serves students aged 4 to 18.
What curriculum does Munich International School follow?
The school uses the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. MIS is an IB-authorized school, first authorized in 1980. The Diploma Programme is the standard pathway for almost all Senior School students. In 2023, the Class of 2023 achieved a.
Where is Munich International School located?
The school is located at Schloss Buchhof, 82319 Starnberg, Germany. MIS sits on a 55-acre campus near the city of Starnberg in the Bavarian Lake District, just outside Munich. It is accessible from Munich and is served by an extensive bus network.
What are the tuition fees?
**Application and Registration Fees**
- Application Fee: €330 payable with each application.
- Entrance Fee (new students): €9,421 per child in the first year; €3,944 per child in the second and third school years. The Entrance Fee is due by 1 July.
How many students attend Munich International School?
The school has approximately 1300 students.
What languages are taught?
German is taught as a language; German classes are offered in Early Childhood. English as an Additional Language (EAL) is provided to support language development. The library includes a German collection and resources in more than 20 additional.
How does the admissions process work?
1. Begin the admissions process by using the Apply Now link to start an MIS application. Before starting your 2024-25 school year application, contact the Admissions office to check availability. Fees information for 2024/25 is published to help.
What facilities does the school have?
Munich International School sits on a 55-acre forested campus near Starnberg, offering extensive outdoor learning opportunities and a sustainability focus. The Schloss, built in 1875, is the campus administrative center. The Junior School (Early.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The Student Life Programme provides 100+ opportunities for holistic growth across Athletics, Arts, and After-School Activities. The Arts section develops performing and expressive skills with orchestras, ballet, hip-hop, and choir, while.
When was Munich International School founded?
Munich International School was founded in 1966.
What accreditations does the school hold?
International Baccalaureate (IB) authorization; MIS is one of the first IB-authorized schools in the world, first authorization in 1980.
Council of International Schools (CIS) accreditation; full reaccreditation awarded in 2024.
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