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Welcome to BIS

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Believe. Inspire. Succeed.

Combine the power of the International Baccalaureate Programme (IB) with a student population of 70 nationalities, a caring and passionate international team of educators, and an innovative and inclusive educational practice, and you have the unique experience that is the Bavarian International School. Ever mindful of the diverse needs of our student population and focused on the development of the whole child, we at BIS offer the security of a globally recognised and well established curriculum combined with contemporary, dynamic and cutting-edge practice.

Check out our BIS at a Glance, read our Vision & Mission, and hear a word of welcome from Dr. Chrissie Sorenson, our Head of School. Meet the people who lead our school, and those who help ensure its sustainability. 

To hear directly from our staff, students and parents, check out our Virtual Visit page. 

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7 Reasons to join BIS

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1. Academic ExcellenceThe International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum is one of the most prestigious educational qualifications worldwide and opens doors to the best universities in the world – including in Germany. Every year, the average score of BIS students in the IB Diploma is several points above the global average (2025: BIS 34.3, global 30.5). In the graduating class of 2025, for example, 17% of BIS students achieved more than 40 points (equivalent to a grade of 1.3 in the German Abitur), and more than 43% achieved more than 36 points (Abitur grade 2.0). These impressive results are all the more significant as BIS is not selective.

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2. Personalised EducationHighly qualified and motivated teachers in small classes ensure that every child is seen and supported according to their individual needs. In personalised education, teachers serve as inspiring mentors and facilitators, enabling each student to grow and flourish.

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3. Teaching future skillsIn addition to the traditional teaching of knowledge and values, the educational focus is on so-called future skills. These include the four Cs: collaboration, communication, creativity, and critical thinking, as well as emotional intelligence, empathy, resilience, and, last but not least, digital citizenship. “At BIS, we prepare our students in a tailored way for the new world of tomorrow, in which 65% of jobs are not even known today,” says BIS Head of School Dr. Chrissie Sorenson.
 

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4. International spiritWith around 1,250 students (including 300 at the BIS City Campus in Munich) from over 70 countries and 250 teachers & staff from more than 50 nations, BIS is a truly international school. Diversity and intercultural understanding are part of our DNA. In addition to English, which is the language of instruction, five other main languages are taught at BIS: German, Spanish, French, Japanese, and Mandarin. There are also 17 foreign languages in the Home Language Programme. “Our students can communicate with the whole world,” says Dr. Chrissie Sorenson.
 

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5. Holistic developmentLearning at BIS continues beyond the classroom. In addition to 80 different After School Activities per week (from coding to theatre, from basketball to music), excursions, class trips, and more, exciting signature programmes are offered in the Secondary School, including the BIS Entrepreneurship Club, Model United Nations, European Eco-School, and The Duke of Edinburgh International Award. Social engagement is a mandatory part of the curriculum, e.g., in “Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)” in Grades 11 and 12.

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6. Digitalisation & InnovationWhether coding, robotics, design technology, or the meaningful, reflective use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Secondary School: state-of-the-art equipment and digitally savvy teachers transform learning into an adventure. While iPads in Primary School and laptops in Secondary School are standard tools for collaborative learning, mobile phones are prohibited at BIS. To further develop its profile as a school of the future, BIS is currently building the €25 million Creativity & Innovation Centre (CIC) on the Haimhausen Campus. Opening: Winter 2026-27.

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7. Belonging to a unique communityThe strong feeling of belonging in a diverse global school community is another special feature of Bavarian International School, which for many international parents represents a home away from home. Characterized by kindness, respect, care, and cooperation, BIS offers all members of the community a place to grow and flourish.