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Social-emotional learning is a defined component of GSB's Academics. SEL empowers individuals to understand and manage their emotions, fostering empathy and responsible decision-making. It cultivates self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and strong interpersonal skills that help students build positive relationships and collaborate effectively. The program is integrated with bilingual learning and inquiry-based approaches to nurture a global mindset. The guiding principles Open Minds, Open Hearts, and a World of Possibilities emphasize empathy, respect for diverse cultures, and collaborative learning.
GSB maintains a non-discrimination policy and a Statement of Inclusivity that affirms equity and inclusion for diverse backgrounds. The admissions page describes an inclusive environment and the school's commitment to removing barriers to access. Staff support includes a social-emotional coach to assist students, and the Responsive Classroom model is used to keep behavior expectations clear. The school provides professional development for teachers on diversity, equity, and inclusion, and engages families through the Global Community Committee to learn and grow together. The school exposes students to cultures and languages to affirm identity and foster belonging.
German-English immersion is offered from Preschool to 8th grade, with subjects taught in English or German. Spanish-English immersion was added starting with Preschool in September 2025. The dual-language program supports bilingual fluency, biliteracy, and bicultural understanding.
Social-emotional learning supports students' mental wellbeing by helping them understand and regulate emotions, develop empathy, and interact positively with others. A social-emotional coach provides direct support to students. The school's inclusive, inquiry-based approach and bilingual environment contribute to a supportive community.
GSB promotes equity, inclusion, and respectful treatment through a non-discrimination policy and an inclusivity statement. The school uses the Responsive Classroom model to establish clear behavior expectations and employs a social-emotional coach to support students. Staff receive professional development on diversity, equity, and inclusion, and families participate in Global Community Committee activities to strengthen safeguarding and community wellbeing.
Global School Brooklyn offers a bilingual, inquiry-driven education for children ages 3 to 14. The campus at 760 Sterling Place provides a Montessori-inspired early years environment, transitioning to the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme as students reach middle school. The school supports German‑English or Spanish‑English tracks, with German and English instruction from Preschool through 8th grade and Spanish‑English immersion added for Preschool in 2025. This combination supports language development, cultural awareness, and collaboration. The Lower School teaches primarily in the target language with English support, while Middle School prepares students for the Deutsches Sprachdiplom I (DSDI) in Grade 8. Facilities include a gym, rooftop field, art room, classrooms, and playgrounds; the campus is designed for student-centered learning and is accessible by public transit. The program emphasizes project work, field experiences, and service learning, alongside field trips such as Frost Valley, a Boston exchange, and eighth-grade exchange with a German partner school.
