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To all parents.
Whether parents should send their children to an international school cannot be answered with a simple "yes" or "no". It is not a mandatory requirement for a successful future, but it offers significant advantages under certain life circumstances and for certain career paths.
The decision depends heavily on the family's circumstances, financial resources, and the child's future plans.
We will help you make decisions and guide you and your child/children to your desired goal. Our experience, including as parents, will be a great asset!
Advantages of an international school
Advantages of an international school
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Global mobility: Lessons generally follow internationally recognized curricula such as the International Baccalaureate (IB) or the British Cambridge system. This allows for a seamless school transfer when moving to other countries.
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Excellent language skills: The main language of instruction is usually English. Children learn the language fluently and at an academic level, often supplemented by other foreign languages in everyday life.
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Intercultural competence: Children grow up in a multicultural environment. They learn early on to break down prejudices and to work together naturally with people from different cultural backgrounds.
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Preparation for top universities: These degrees open doors to renowned universities worldwide. Furthermore, the independent, project-based learning at these schools provides ideal preparation for international studies.
Disadvantages and challenges
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Costs: International schools are private and often charge high annual tuition fees. Additional costs include school buses, uniforms, excursions, and learning materials.
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Alienation from the local environment: Since classmates often come from all over the world, friendships frequently change due to families' constant relocations. Furthermore, the connection to the culture and language of the current place of residence (home country) may be weaker.
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High performance pressure: Many of these schools are highly performance-oriented. The pressure from teachers and parents can be a psychological burden for some children.
For whom is it particularly important?
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Expat families: For families who change countries every few years due to work, these schools are often the only way to offer their child a continuous education without constant disruptions to the system.
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Families with a clear focus on international careers: When it is certain that the child will later study abroad or work in globally operating organizations.
For children who are expected to live and work permanently in their home country, the state school system generally provides an excellent and inclusive foundation that is perfectly adequate for a successful career.
Based on our networks and experience, including as parents, we can successfully advise and support you.