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Nationalities
| Number of students |
750 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
55 |
| Most common nationality |
We guarantee diversity by limiting the number of nationalities per grade |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
30:70 |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
Mostly |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes, English as a Second Language (ESL) |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
German, Spanish, French |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
24 |
| Average number of students per class |
21 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
There are SmartBoards in all of the classrooms and libraries, and we have both mobile and classroom IT labs with PCs and iPads., VR glasses and 3D printers. As of Grade 5 students bring their own laptop, but we have a media room with 20 McBook Airs available for students. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
ISA test in grade 3 and 5
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| Results in these examinations |
100% IB Pass Rate
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| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
In Primary School students receive a weekly homework package, but parents can opt out from homework if they wish. In Secondary School students have an average of one hour home work depending on grade level. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
A 100% IB DP pass rate gives all out student access to higher education after graduation. Some 5% of the students choose to do a gap year before going to a university. |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes, we employ 9 counsellors full time. |
| Learning support offered |
The Additional Learning Needs (ALN) department offers academic support to students by modifying the curriculum and offering support in and outside the class room. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
The programmes we encourage students to work towards their individual goals in the class room, the ALN team (additional learning needs) support and excel student with extra challenges and work in and outside the class room. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
All students in Grade 1 and above are assessed in mathematics, reading, writing and speaking and have an interview with a school counsellor as a part of the admissions process. |
| Waiting list |
Yes, in some grade levels |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Applications for admission to MSF are primarily accepted during the period from September to May for the following school year, and as places become available throughout the year. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
| School start time |
8:30 |
| School finish time |
15:30 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Early Years Care and supervised playground: 8:00 - 8:30 (no additional cost)
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| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes, there is a choice of two main courses plus a salad bar. Allergens free (gluten, lactose) and vegan options are offered daily. The school is nut free. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
No |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
A variety of sports, such as Football, Volleyball, Tennis, Badminton, Rugby, Cricket, Judo, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance Aerobics, Cheerleading, Multi-sport Games, Outdoor Games, Fitness Club and include other activities such as
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| Sports activities included |
Physical Education classes from Early Years - grade 10, CAS sports activities for IB DP students |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Football, Basketball, Volleyball, X-Country, Swimming |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
Libraries, gym, roof football pitch, science labs, Secondary Commons and student lounge, playground. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
A large (three fields) indoor sports hall and a roof top outdoor sports field |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
MSF is the only fully-accredited international school (Ersatzschule) in the City of Frankfurt that combines the IB PYP and IB Diploma Programmes with the Cambridge International Programme in grade 6-10, including IGCSE examinations in grade 10 (recognised a Realschulabschluss) in Grades 6-10.
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| Teaching approach of the school |
MSF is an IB World School, teaching both the Primary Years Programme showcasing the PYP Exhibition in Grade 5 and the Diploma Programme culminating in IB Diploma exams in Grade 12. We also subscribe to the Cambridge International Programme leading to examinations and the awarding of the IGCSE in Grade 10. Our Early Years division are part of the IB PYP with a major focus on learning through play. The values of the IB Learner Profile play in integral part in determining the values, interactions and community involvement of our school. As an IB World School, we focus on fulfilling the academic potential of each child hand in hand with each child's social and emotional needs. |