Berlin - School Report Question and Answers

between a B and a C, but I don't think I'd rank any school here higher than that, which was a painful reality to discover when we first arrived. I think I still would chose it again, because while the independence factor has been hard to acclimate to, I think our kids are better for it. They have learned German which I cannot say would happen elsewhere. The school, I think, rests on the laurels of its reputation more than it should, but there are some really special teachers in the school that make it a good place -- really committed, kind, creative, and respectful. Early on, within a week or so of arriving, a parent who was rotating out of post gave me some "warning words" about JFKS, coupled with "you can make it work, just advocate hard if you need to," and it made me really nervous. From this side of our experience, I understand why she said this, and I think it's worth going in with eyes wide open. Definitely give BBIS a solid look. We didn't chose it, and are still comfortable with our decision, but definitely give the available schools a good look to know what you value and what your kids' experience will be like. - Sep 2018