Smooth Transition between Primary and Secondary School

The transition from Primary to Secondary School is an important step in our students’ educational journey. We attach great importance to making this transition as smooth as possible. We place great importance on making this transition as smooth as possible. As early as grade 4, students take part in joint activities and projects with grade 5 students as well as their future teachers. During the first weeks of grade 5, we offer a carefully structured orientation phase that allows students to become familiar with the new learning environment. In addition, grade 5 students participate in a year‑long interdisciplinary project, jointly taught by two teachers.

Transitions between Lower, Intermediate and Upper Secondary School

Changing educational programs is a significant step that requires individualized guidance. Our students in the lower grades have the opportunity to intensively engage with the different requirements and focuses of the programs. At the end of grade 5, students receive a recommendation, and up until the end of grade 8, students can change programs upon request if they achieve appropriate grades. We offer parent information sessions and personal consultations to make the transition as smooth as possible.

Transition to the Upper Secondary School Level

Grade 10 serves a dual function: It marks the completion of the Lower Secondary Level (Sekundarstufe I) and, upon successful completion, qualifies students for entry into the qualification phase/Upper Secondary Level (Sekundarstufe II). At the same time, it constitutes the introductory phase of the Upper Secondary School Level (gymnasiale Oberstufe), with grades not yet counting toward the overall Abitur qualification.

This includes taking the central class tests in German, Mathematics, and English (Gymnasium track) or the Intermediate School-Leaving Certificate (Mittlerer Schulabschluss – MSA, Realschule track), which are administered in the second half of grade 10. These examinations are comparative tests that are conducted at all German schools abroad.

The Secondary School Level prepares our students comprehensively for the German International Abitur. In grades 11 and 12, students deepen their subject knowledge while setting individual academic priorities. We support them in identifying their interests, developing their strengths, and pursuing personal goals. Throughout this journey, our dedicated teachers guide and mentor the students, offering continuous academic advice and personal support.