Parent's Review of International School Hannover in Hannover, Germany

What is the name of your child's school? (Please report on one school per survey.)

International School Hannover

In what town or city is this school located?

Hannover

How would you describe this school? (i.e. American, British, International, Local, etc.)

International

What grade levels are represented at this school?

Kindergarten -year 12

How do most children get to school everyday? (bus, train, walk, etc.)

Car, tram, bus

How would you describe the facilities at this school? What extra-curricular activities are available?

Excellent School with varied extra activities through from karate to fencing and running.

What has this school done to help your child transition from the curriculum in your home country into the curriculum in your new country? Are there programs to prepare your child for repatriation?

The IB curriculum is an excellent overall education, which equips children for most changes of school.

How would you describe the social activities available for parents through this school? Are there parent-teacher organizations?

The school is one big family working together for the benefit of the children. The PTA is very strong and has a varied social calender. The teachers and parents are extremely welcoming and the social life was fabulous .

What advice would you give to someone considering enrolling their child in this school?

To discuss early your childrens educational needs, listen to the teachers' advice, because they are used to the traumas of kids moving -- and deal with them well. Get involved in the PTA, and with the other parents. They have a coffee corner every morning and a welcome committe for new parents.