Primary
Introduction
International School Villa Amalienhof teaches the English National Curriculum; it has been adapted to meet the needs of the international community. At Key Stage 1 (ages 5–7) and key stage 2 (ages 7–11) students are required to study the following:
- English
- German (adapted to be in alignment with the German curriculum for Berlin and Brandenburg)
- Maths
- Science
- ICT
- History
- Geography
- Art and Design
- Music
- Design Technology
- Physical Education
- Personal, Social Citizenship and Health Education (PSCHE)
- French is introduced in Year 5
Assessments are carried out at the end of every year in both key stage 1 and 2. At Key Stage 2 a mid-year assessment also takes place; this provides an opportunity to determine at what level within the particular Key Stage children are performing in relation to the expected level. External assessments at the end of Key Stages 1 and 2 are important factors in determining a child’s readiness to move into the next year.
After the successful completion of Key Stage 2, Primary students will progress to Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 (6th form) in the Secondary School. Here they are prepared for the Cambridge University International Examinations Board exams IGCSEs (International General Certificate of Secondary Education) and then A-levels, the latter being a prerequisite for university entrance.
The Primary School is located in Oakwood House, a modern purpose-built building. Facilities include a library and a computer suite. Primary pupils also have access to facilities in other buildings, which include a science laboratory, an art studio, a music room, a cafeteria, an assembly hall and outdoor learning areas. Pupils also have the opportunity to enjoy the nearby Hahneberg. Key stage 2 pupils also have access to the local swimming pool.
The Primary School Day
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| 07:30 – 08:40 | Morning care* |
| 08:40 – 08:45 | Registration |
| 08:45 – 09:05 | Form time or Assembly |
| 09:05 – 09:50 | Period 1 |
| 09:50 – 10:35 | Period 2 |
| 10:35 – 11:05 | Break |
| 11:05 – 11:50 | Period 3 |
| 11:50 – 12:35 | Period 4 |
| 12:35 – 13:35 | Lunch |
| 13:35 – 14:20 | Period 5 |
| 14:20 – 15:05 | Key Stage 1: Clubs and Activities Key Stage 2: Period 6 |
| 15:05 – 15:50 | Key Stage 1: Clubs and Activities Key Stage 2: Period 7 |
| 15:50 – 16:00 | Registration |
| 16:00 – 17:30 | Extra Curricular Activities / Child Care* |
| Fridays | |
| 14:20 – 15:05 | Key Stage 1: Clubs and Activities Key Stage 2: Period 6 |
| 15:05 – 15:15 | Registration |
*available, but outside of the regular day and tuition
Curriculum
International School Villa Amalienhof follows a version of the English National Curriculum adapted to suit the individual learning needs of the international community.
The primary school is divided by classes into three different areas. In order to foster clear understanding between school and parents, it is important to understand exactly what these areas are:
| Stage | Year | Age |
|---|---|---|
| Early Years | Nursery & Reception combined | 3 – 5 |
| Key Stage 1 | Year 1 | 5 – 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 – 7 | |
| Key Stage 2 | Year 3 | 7 – 8 |
| Year 4 | 8 – 9 | |
| Year 5 | 9 – 10 | |
| Year 6 | 10 – 11 |
