Germany, Dusseldorf
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St. George's Cologne educates pupils from Pre-nursery to Year 13, offering a British international programme that blends the UK framework with the IB. The school delivers EYFS, Key Stages, Cambridge IGCSE, the IB Diploma, the IB Career- related Programme and BTEC qualifications, while welcoming students aged 2 to 18. Learning is personalised: teachers tailor work to each pupil's strengths, challenging high achievers and providing targeted support where needed. The campus is purpose-built and designed to reflect local culture, with dedicated Early Years, Primary and Secondary spaces, science laboratories, a modern library, art studios, music rooms and a performing arts theatre. Outdoor spaces, a school garden and multiple playgrounds anchor physical and outdoor education. Extensive facilities support STEM, arts and languages, and a broad range of co-curriculars, from maker spaces and robotics to choirs, drama and Model United Nations. Strong community links, service projects and leadership opportunities enrich the student experience.
Husarenstraße 20, 50997 Köln, Germany
St. George's - Cologne has typical class sizes of 6, instruction in English.
Husarenstraße 20, 50997 Köln, Germany. The campus is in Cologne, a major city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It is accessible by public transport. The school office is located on Husarenstraße.
From Pre-nursery to Year 13 (ages 2–18).
British international school (COBIS-accredited).
More than 51 nationalities represented; more than 35 languages spoken at home; students come from six continents.
Support for lower-attaining pupils and opportunities to stretch the more able.
United Kingdom
St. George's - Cologne teaches IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 2 to 18.
St. George's Cologne offers education from Pre-nursery to Year 13. The curriculum blends the British curriculum with the International Baccalaureate (IB) to support academic excellence, personal development and preparation for the real world. The school provides distinct stages: Early Years (2-5), Lower Primary (5-7), Upper Primary (7-11), Lower Secondary (11-14), Upper Secondary/IGCSE (14-16), and Sixth Form/IB (16-18). The approach tailors learning to each student's strengths while challenging more able pupils and supporting those needing extra help. The education emphasizes a holistic, modern approach that combines traditional standards with IB-style inquiry and global perspectives.
Small classes and a pupil–teacher ratio of 6:1.
IB average 34 points (2024). Best individual IB result 45 points (2022/2023/2024).
Graduates continue their education at prestigious universities worldwide.
The school tailors learning to each student's strengths, supports lower attaining pupils, and stretches more able learners.
Pastoral structure reinforces the caring approach for the wellbeing of all students; weekly meetings between teachers and learning assistants provide focused attention to students' needs, especially those requiring additional support; leadership is encouraged with opportunities for student leadership across Primary and Secondary levels.
The pastoral team and heads of schools provide support for students struggling with external concerns.
Mental wellbeing is supported by a pastoral structure focused on wellbeing; staff are first aid trained and aware of the Critical Response plan in emergencies.
All staff are first aid trained and aware of the Critical Response plan in the event of an emergency.
Admissions process is flexible and informative, designed to accommodate the unique needs of you and your child. OpenApply guides you through every stage from the initial enquiry to enrolment. The following steps provide an overview of how admissions typically work at St.George's.
1. Submit an Enquiry. Submit details about yourself and your child to receive information specific to your child's age group. This helps us address questions and plan next steps. After submission, you gain access to an OpenApply account, which serves as the central hub throughout the admissions process.
2. Personalised School Tour. After creating your account, arrange a visit to tour our facilities, meet key staff, and experience our community firsthand. Visits are encouraged, but may not always be feasible. You can submit an application even if you cannot visit.
3. School Reports. Provide copies of the two most recent school reports to help us understand your child's educational background. This is not required for youngest entrants, but we ask for as much background information as possible to tailor support. We use this information to plan appropriate learning support.
4. Trial Day. Invite children to participate in a trial day to meet potential classmates and teachers, explore our environment, and complete some assessed work. This helps us understand your child beyond school reports and supports your decision making. Arranging a trial day requires no commitment or cost.
5. Placement Testing. For Secondary School admission, a certain level of English proficiency and specific subject skills are required. After the trial day, applicants may be invited back to sit placement tests in core subjects to assess readiness for IGCSE or IB programmes. These tests help us determine appropriate placement and learning needs.
6. Place Offer & Confirmation. When we are confident we can support your child's learning, we extend an offer for a place. A place is reserved only after full application with relevant documentation, the €750 application fee has been received, and a place confirmation letter from the Head of Admissions has been issued. If a year group is full, a place will be offered on a waiting list.
Admission timelines. There are no specific admissions deadlines; year-round applications are accepted. Year-round enrolment means students can start at any point in the school year, with exceptions for Upper School and Sixth Form. Early planning and communication are encouraged to ensure the best possible transition.
If a year group is full, a place is offered on a waiting list.