Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
340 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
15 |
| Most common nationality |
German |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
In total about 85% of our students are local. Many of our students however have spent a considerable time abroad. In the bilingual track the ratio is approximately two thirds local to one third international. |
| Native English and German speaking teachers |
All our teaching assistants in bilingual classes are either native speakers or on a native level due to university studies and / or considerable time spent in English speaking countries. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English and German |
As we are a bilingual school, both German and English are languages of instruction. For students who have just moved to Germany we offer individual training (German as a foreign language) for them to catch up as fast as possible. Nevertheless it is important to state that a basic knowledge of the German language is important to be enrolled.
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| Additional language classes offered by the school |
- Business English
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| Max. number of students per class |
24 |
| Average number of students per class |
22 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes we do. Each class has their personal teaching assistant who is with them in various subjects. The teaching assistant therefore is the best person to contact about anything going on in the class. |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
We have a computer and smartboard in each classroom.
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| 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) |
All our students and teachers are provided with a Microsoft Office 365 account.
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| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Following the Bavarian curriculum our students attend relgious education courses in either the catholic or the lutherian faith. |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
For these students we have ethics / philosophy courses. Of course students who theoretically are catholic or lutherian, but still prefer ethics over religion are also welcome in these courses. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
- ABIplus, a modular vocational education programme that offers three vocational pathways: Accounting Data Entry Clerk, Business Assistent and Multimedia Assistent
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| Results in these examinations |
Generally good results. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes they do. We however have "study hall" as an integrated part of every day. This means that students have the chance to do their homework while being supervised and if necessary supported by their teaching assistant. |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
As mentioned above, by the time they come home, they have already had the chance to do their homework. Of course it is not possible to guarantee that all students will complete their homework in study hall each day. In grades 5 to 7 however this usually is the case. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
All our graduates have the possibility to attend a higher educational institution. The vast majority does so either right away or after a gap year. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes we do. |
| Learning support offered |
We have an on-site team of school psychologists.
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| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Our teachers are encouraged to provide students who finish their assignments faster and better than others with additional exercises or projects that stimulate their abilities. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
As mentioned above, we have an on-site team of school psychologists. Their doors are always open for our students. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
This depends on the school a new student has attended before. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
As stated above, this question cannot be answered generally as it depends on the school new students come from. Feel free to contact us about this issue so that we can sort out what exams (if any) are required in your child's case. |
| Waiting list |
There is one for some classes. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
There is no set deadline. As we are often fully booked pretty early it however makes sense to contact us as soon as you know that you will be looking for a school in Munich for the new academic year. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes we do. Provided there is an open place in the respective class, this is not a problem. |
| School start time |
8:15 a.m. |
| School finish time |
15:50 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes we do. Students can stay on site until 5 pm. During this time they can either attend extracurricular activities or be supervised to study. |
| School bus service available |
No we do not. We are located very close to a suburban-train station, so this is not necessary. |
| School provided lunches |
Yes we do. We have a school canteen with two chefs who prepare fresh food for our students every day. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
We offer two options for lunch every day. One of them always is vegetarian. |
| Uniform required |
No, there is no uniform at our school. As long as our students are dressed in a way that can be called appropriate, there are no further rules on this topic. |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
- Big Band
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| Sports activities included |
Our PE classes offer a wide variety of sports to meet all our students' interests. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes, we have a basketball team. |
| Facilities at the school |
- different libraries fot the different age groups |
| Sports facilities at the school |
- gym
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| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
We are a small school and therefore like a family in which everybody knows and supports each other. It really is the one thing that most of our students and teachers like best about Obermenzinger Gymnasium that nobody is anonymous as it is often the case in the big state schools. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
We motivate our students to think outside of the box. It is our goal to provide them not only with the knowledge but also with the skills they need in life. Moreover we see PBIS (Positive Behavior Instruction and Support) as an integral part of our philosophy. This means we avoid telling our students what they should not do, but always tell them what they are expected and / or allowed to do instead. |