Berlin Brandenburg International School

BBIS Berlin Brandenburg International School is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School. Established in 1990 in Potsdam, Germany, the school is now located in Kleinmachnow, situated between Berlin and Potsdam, approximately 17 kilometers (11 miles) from central Berlin and 20 kilometers (12 miles) from Potsdam. English is the primary language of instruction across all subjects, including mathematics, drama, humanities, design technology, music, and visual art. The school comprises Early Education, Primary, and Secondary levels, and its leadership team includes Mark Hardeman (CEO) and Burkhard Dolata (CFO). BBIS serves about 890 students.

BBIS offers educational programs for students aged 3 to 19. The curriculum includes:

• Early Education (ages 3–6): Students participate in the IB Primary Years Programme framework.
• Primary School (Grades 1–5, ages 6–11): Students continue the IB Primary Years Programme.
• Secondary School (Grades 6–12, ages 11–19): Students pursue the IB Middle Years Programme and the IB Diploma Programme.

The school is located on a 360,000-square-meter campus in a forested area on the southwestern outskirts of Berlin. The facilities include:

• Classrooms for Primary and Secondary School
• Modern science laboratories
• Computer labs
• Art and music studios
• A library and media center
• A study area for senior students
• A performance and exhibition space
• Recreational and sports areas, including a multi-purpose sports hall, outdoor sports fields, and playgrounds

The campus is equipped with resources to support a wide range of academic and extracurricular activities, including facilities for science, design technology, and the arts.

The school operates from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, offering the IB Diploma and the BBIS High School Diploma. The academic year is divided into terms, aligning with the structure typical of international schools. Additionally, BBIS provides a school bus service connecting students to Berlin and Potsdam, with late bus services for extracurricular activities.

BBIS provides various support services, such as:

• English as an Additional Language (EAL)
• School counseling and career guidance
• Learning support programs
• Health services
• College and university application support

The school offers both the IB Diploma and the BBIS High School Diploma. A school bus service connects the campus to Berlin and Potsdam, with additional late bus services available.

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