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Schooling
Contact address:
Staatliches Schulamt München
State Education Authority
Schwanthalerstr. 40
80336 München
Tel.: 089 - 5 44 13 50
E-Mail:
Bavarian International School (BIS)
The Bavarian International School is a co-educational primary and secondary day school dedicated
to high academic standards and is committed to providing an international program that meets the
needs of students from all nations. BIS challenges students and instills a love of learning and
intellectual curiosity that will serve them throughout their lives. The educational program involves
students and meets their intellectual, physical, social and emotional needs. English is the primary
language of instruction, with daily lessons in German at all levels and English-language support for
non-native speakers. French and Japanese instruction is also offered.
The classes range from pre-school to the International Baccalaureate (IB) and both American and
British diplomas are awarded. BIS's extensive arts activities range from workshops with artists and
authors to theater and film productions; cultural events include an International Art Camp in Japan.
BIS offers swimming, golf, dance, team sports and an exciting ski program. Summer outdoor
activities and educational programs in Europe and North America along with educational visits and
student exchanges, help to enrich the child's school experience.
The school with its extensive campus is located on the grounds of Schloss Haimhausen, in the north
of Munich. The library, cafeteria and some classrooms are in the historic castle, giving the students
the unique opportunity to live and learn in an environment rich in art and history. The campus also
offers a sports centre, modern computer facilities and an ideal setting for outdoor sports. Bus
transportation is available to all students for a fee.
Schloß Haimhausen
Hauptstr. 1
85778 Haimhausen
Tel.: 08133 - 91 70
Fax: 08133 - 91 71 35
E-Mail:
Munich International School e.V.
The Munich International School (MIS) is a non-profit co-educational primary and secondary day
school that serves students from pre-reception (pre-kindergarten) through grade 12, with English as
the language of instruction. Comprehensive instruction in English as a second language is offered
to serve students who come to MIS with little or no English language skills.
MIS is dedicated to providing a broad education based on high academic standards and to promoting
international understanding and responsible citizenship. The curriculum is international in its
orientation, and follows the curriculum frameworks of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years
Program (IBPYP) and the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program (IBMYP), which
culminate in the final two years with the International Baccalaureate (I.B.) Diploma. The two-year
International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) Program is taught in the ninth and
tenth grades.