ISF Report 2014 - ISF Internationale Schule Frankfurt - Rhein

ISF Report
2013-2014
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ISF Mission Statement, Beliefs, and Principles
ISF will be recognized as a provider of top-quality education to a highly
diverse student body. It will strive to help all students achieve their full
potential, prepare for success in college, equip them with the ability and
desire for lifelong learning, and strengthen their civic, ethical, and moral
values. ISF will maintain high standards of efficiency and accountability
throughout its operation.
ISF believes that...
• All students should be prepared for university and a life of
continuous learning.
• All students should be helped to realize their full potential,
empowering them to make informed decisions in life.
• All students should grow in confidence and self-esteem.
• The maximum possible "value" should be added to all aspects of
each student's education.
• All students should be encouraged to become well-rounded citizens
who contribute positively to their communities.
Achieving academic excellence and acceptance to top universities is
a priority of ISF Internationale Schule Frankfurt-Rhein-Main. Students
and parents who share the values and aspirations of the school are at
the right school. Together with the support of parents and the students'
willingness to work, ISF spares no effort to ensure that each and every
student achieves his or her full potential. In fact, throughout the SABIS®
School Network, educators foster learning and provide academic support
with the following motto in mind: "No child fails in peace."
At ISF, students are also encouraged to adopt the following principles:
• Always try.
• Do your best.
• Manage yourself.
• Treat others with respect.
• Cooperate and actively help others.
• Respect the property and rights of others.
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Contents
Letter from the ISF School Director
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Letter from the ISF GmbH Managing Director
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SABIS® School Network
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SABIS® Introduces On-Demand Tutoring Project
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ISF's Intensive English Program
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Korean and Japanese Native Speaker Programs 7
ISF Graduates: Life after Graduation 8
SABIS Student Life Organization® at ISF
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ISF Debating Club Success
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ISF Student Achievement Data 2013
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University Destinations 2013
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2014 SABIS® Parent Survey Results at ISF
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ISF Success Stories
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Cover photograph by Wachendorfer
Letter from the ISF School Director
Thank you for taking the time to read the ISF Report for
the 2013-14 academic year. I am sure that you will find it
informative and interesting and, as you read through it, I am
sure that you will share in our sense of pride in the achievements
of our pupils and staff. If there are topics that you would like to
explore further, please feel free to get in touch with me. If you
have suggestions about the format or content of future reports,
I would be pleased to hear your ideas.
The theme of this year's report is "Exceptional Success" and this is
a theme that is dear to all of our hearts in ISF. In ISF we educate
a highly diverse body of students. We believe that a university
education should be accessible to most students and that the
success of our school should be measured by how much value is
added to each student.
As you read this report, you will learn about our students' amazing
work within the SABIS Student Life Organization®; their successes in the mastery of languages and in some
of their many other endeavours such as debating. You will also learn about the chosen universities and
degree courses of our graduating class of 2013. Each year the amazing range of university courses and the
impressive university destinations of our graduation classes is testimony to the skill and dedication of our
university counsellors and to the efficacy our SABIS® system. I am sure that you will share our pride in the
achievements of all of these students.
All of these achievements are made possible because ISF is a member of the SABIS® School Network. We
in ISF are extremely proud to be a member of a large global network, which draws upon over 127 years
of experience to deliver an outstanding education to many thousands of children in 15 countries over four
continents. All of our students benefit from the distinctive SABIS® Educational System and the very powerful
SABIS® assessment and IT tools, including the SABIS Integrated Testing and Learning® system (ITL®), to make
outstanding progress throughout their school life. Again this year we have invested in our school and have
placed more interactive white boards throughout the school so that the SABIS® curriculum may be taught
more efficiently to our students. SABIS® has also made available new SABIS® software tools for our students,
such as the ITL® Preplist and the On-Demand Tutoring Program, both available via WebSchool.
We have already begun preparations for the next school year. As always, we aim to improve upon our
achievements of this year. I hope that, as you review this report, you will share our pride in what we have
achieved together this year and that you look forward to being part of our ISF community next year.
Angus Slesser
ISF School Director
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Letter from the ISF GmbH Managing Director
Widespread studies have shown that education contributes directly
to a person's future earning potential; it supports upward mobility
and has a powerful effect on the distribution of income and
GDP. With the potential to dramatically shape future individuals'
earnings and raise their living standard as well as impact the
economic development of nations, education is largely considered
to be the key to successfully unlocking the future.
Helping students unlock the future through education is a complex
undertaking that is made more so due to the accelerated pace of
change in today's technology-based economy. In order to be able to
reap the rewards of education, students must have the skills needed
to achieve exceptional success. They must have a solid academic
foundation; they must be prepared for jobs that do not even exist
today; and they must constantly re-engineer their knowledge and
work continuously to hone their soft skills in order to succeed in the
wide variety of positions that they will hold as professionals.
An education that prepares students to achieve success in today's flattened global environment is also part of the
key to the future. As students embark on careers that can take them anywhere in the world, the ability to succeed in
"multicultural," "multiracial," and "multinational" settings is a skill that is increasing in demand. The best schools must
provide a rich, international curriculum, serve multicultural student bodies and emphasize the teaching of world
languages and cultures. These elements contribute to students' development as global citizens; they help foster the
development of tolerance, promote an open-minded outlook, and teach students to think outside of the box.
As a global education management organization that has been in the business of education for over 127 years,
SABIS® understands that education is the key to the future. That is why the SABIS® Educational System implemented
at ISF uses proven teaching methods, a dynamic, international curriculum, cutting-edge technological tools, and an
engaging SABIS Student Life Organization® to help students build a strong foundation of knowledge and skills and
position them to achieve exceptional success in school, university, and beyond.
The exceptional success of ISF students is evident in the excellent results consistently achieved on external examinations
such as the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE), the International Baccalaureate (IB),
and Advanced Placement® (AP®). Year after year, ISF external exam results far exceed global averages. Using
the key that their education has provided, ISF graduates have opened the door to some of the most prestigious
universities in the world, pursued rewarding careers, and become valuable community members and leaders.
Education is the key to the future. At SABIS® we know this and are committed to providing our students at ISF
and throughout the SABIS® School Network with the knowledge and skills needed to unlock a future filled with
exceptional success.
Best Regards,
Carl Bistany
Managing Director – ISF GmbH
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SABIS® School Network
Germany
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
ISF Internationale Schule Frankfurt
Frankfurt, Germany
SCHOOL NETWORK 2013-2014
ISR Internationale Schule am Rhein
Neuss, Germany
United Kingdom
PRIVATE SCHOOL
SABIS International School UK
Bath, England
North America
PRIVATE SCHOOL
The International School of Minnesota
Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.A.
CHARTER SCHOOLS
SABIS® International Charter School
Springfield, Massachusetts, U.S.A.
International Academy of Flint
Flint, Michigan, U.S.A.
SABIS® International School
Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.A.
Milestone SABIS® Academy of New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.A.
Holyoke Community Charter School
Holyoke, Massachusetts, U.S.A.
International Academy of Saginaw
Saginaw, Michigan, U.S.A.
Mt. Auburn International Academy
Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S.A.
Linwood Public Charter School
Shreveport, Louisiana, U.S.A.
International Preparatory Academy
Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A.
Lowell Collegiate Charter School
Lowell, Massachusetts, U.S.A.
Mid-Michigan Leadership Academy
Lansing, Michigan, U.S.A.
LICENSED SCHOOLS
Brooklyn Ascend Charter School
Brooklyn, New York, U.S.A.
Brownsville Ascend Charter School
Brooklyn, New York, U.S.A.
Bushwick Ascend Charter School
Brooklyn, New York, U.S.A.
BelovED Community Charter School
Jersey City, New Jersey, U.S.A.
Egypt
Canarsie Ascend Charter School
Brooklyn, New York, U.S.A.
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
The International School of Choueifat
Cairo, Egypt
The International School of Choueifat
City of 6 October, Egypt
www.sabis.net
The SABIS® School Network currently educates 63,000 students attending member schools
in 15 countries on four continents.
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Germany
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
ISF Internationale Schule Frankfurt-Rhein-Main
Frankfurt, Germany
ISR Internationale Schule am Rhein in Neuss
Neuss, Germany
Romania
LICENSED SCHOOL
Cambridge School of Bucharest
Bucharest, Romania
Middle East Region
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
The International School of Choueifat
Choueifat, Lebanon
The International School of Choueifat
Sharjah, U.A.E.
The International School of Choueifat
Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.
The International School of Choueifat
Al Ain, U.A.E.
The International School of Choueifat
Ras Al Khaimah, U.A.E.
The International School of Choueifat
Dubai, U.A.E.
The International School of Choueifat
Umm Al Quwain, U.A.E.
The International School of Choueifat
Koura, Lebanon
The International School of Choueifat
Amman, Jordan
Riyadh Private International School (pending approval)
Also known as Abdul Aziz International School
Sulaimaniah, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
The International School of Choueifat
Doha, Qatar
The International School of Choueifat
Damascus, Syria
The International School of Choueifat
Ruwais, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.
The International School of Choueifat
Muscat, Oman
SABIS® International School
Adma, Lebanon
The International School of Choueifat
Manama, Bahrain
The International School of Choueifat
Erbil, Kurdistan, Iraq
The International School of Choueifat
Abu Dhabi Khalifa City “A”, U.A.E.
The International School of Choueifat
Suleimaniah, Kurdistan, Iraq
The International School of Choueifat
Dubai Investments Park, Dubai, U.A.E.
The International School of Choueifat
Dream City, Erbil, Kurdistan, Iraq
Riyadh Private International School
Al Wadi, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
SABIS® School El-Metn
Dhour El-Choueir, Lebanon
PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP SCHOOLS
Pakistan
PRIVATE SCHOOL
The International School of Choueifat
Lahore, Pakistan
Military High School
Al Ain, U.A.E.
7 Schools
(Duhok, Erbil, Kalar, Soran, Suleimaniah, Zakho)
Kurdistan, Iraq
UNIVERSITY
SABIS® University
Erbil, Kurdistan, Iraq
* The schools are listed according to their year of establishment. *
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SABIS® Introduces On-Demand Tutoring Project
Student accessing a video tutorial from home
Online, on-demand tutoring has become increasingly popular in recent years as a means to complement
classroom instruction and reinforce the learning process. Bringing these benefits and more to students at
ISF and other SABIS® member schools, the SABIS® On-Demand Tutoring Project was launched in early 2014.
Students who have not fully understood a concept in class, were absent, or want to review a topic before an
exam can simply log on to the SABIS® On-Demand Tutoring site through WebSchool, select a concept, and
view a pre-recorded video explanation.
In keeping with its strategic approach to technology as a whole, SABIS® developed the On-Demand Tutoring
Program with a view to adding value to students' educational experience and helping ensure that they will
achieve exceptional success. The video tutorials use narration prepared by students through the SABIS
Student Life Organization® and carefully vetted by the SABIS® Academic Development Department. Student
engagement in the production of the tutorials strengthens their understanding of concepts as they consider
the best way to help others understand. Student involvement in the production of the tutorials also fosters
the development of essential language arts skills – such as writing and public speaking – and qualities like
self-confidence and poise.
Mirroring the proven SABIS Point System® of instruction, all tutorials in the SABIS® On-Demand Tutoring
Project begin with a clear explanation of the concept. The tutorials then provide time for the student to
pause and practice application of the concept on an exercise. As the video continues, the narrator then
demonstrates the solution of the exercise to ensure that the concept has been correctly applied before
moving on to yet another exercise.
ISF students who are enrolled in mathematics and science in grades 7-9, can currently access over 90
tutorial videos. The long-term goal is create a comprehensive library of video tutorials that covers concepts
in all subjects and at all grade levels.
To access On-Demand Tutoring, ISF students who are enrolled in the grade levels and courses for which ondemand tutorials are available can log on to SABIS® WebSchool at www.webschool.sabis.net.
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ISF’s Intensive English Program –
English as a Second Language
The international curriculum implemented at ISF focuses on the core subjects of English and
mathematics, gateway subjects that enable students to build a broad, well-rounded knowledge base.
As the language of instruction at ISF is English, the school actively promotes the mastery of English as
an essential component for exceptional success.
In catering to a multinational student body hailing from over 50 nations, ISF offers an Intensive
English Program that ensures that each and every student is given the opportunity to master the
English language and successfully integrate into the ISF English program for native speakers. As part
of the admissions process, all prospective students in grades 2 to 10 take a diagnostic test in English.
Based on the results of the test, each student is placed in either English Regular for native speakers
or one of three levels of Intensive English— beginners, intermediate, and advanced — depending on
their fluency level. Regardless of the Intensive English level, courses focus on the development of 4
skills: reading comprehension, grammar, composition, and vocabulary. The rigorous Intensive English
program helps students, some of whom have no prior knowledge of the English language, learn the
language quickly and proceed to English Regular classes. In fact, the average amount of time that it
takes a student with no prior knowledge of English to progress to English Regular is 3-6 terms, or 1 to
1.5 academic years.
By helping non-native speakers of English quickly achieve mother-tongue fluency, ISF lays the
foundation for exceptional academic success in school and beyond. Mastery of English also opens
new horizons for ISF students, many of whom start out in the Intensive English Program and then go
on to attend top universities in the U.K. and in the U.S. This is a great testament to the success of the
Intensive English Program at ISF!
Grade 7 Intensive English intermediate class
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Korean and Japanese Native Speaker Programs
ISF embraces its multinational student body and takes pride in the wide range of world languages
offered to its students. In addition to foreign language courses in English (Intensive English), German,
French, and Spanish, ISF also offers native speaker language courses in English, German and Korean
and most recently has added native speaker courses in Japanese from grade 9. Additionally, ISF offers
mother-tongue courses in Korean and Japanese.
ISF students of Korean origin have the opportunity
to learn and progress in their native language.
The Korean Language Program offered at ISF is
available to students in grades 1-12 and prepares
students to sit for IGCSE Korean Language exams
as well as IB Korean First Language.
Grade 9 student in native Korean class
As with the Korean Language Program at the
school, students of Japanese origin also have the
opportunity to study Japanese as a mother-tongue
language. The program currently enrols 25 of the
40 Japanese students registered in grades 9-12 at
ISF and prepares them for external examinations
in their native language including IGCSE and the
IB Diploma.
The high-quality Korean and Japanese mother-tongue programs offered at ISF are effective in
preparing students for admission to top universities in both Korea and Japan. In fact, 8 graduates from
the Class of 2013 gained acceptance to top universities in Korea. ISF's Japanese Program, although
younger than the Korean program, is also drawing attention and putting ISF Japanese graduates on
the map. Having heard of the school's solid academic reputation, in November 2013, a representative
from Okayama University in Japan visited ISF to introduce students to the university's well-established
faculties of science and medicine.
Equipped with a solid foundation of mother-tongue language skills as well as knowledge in a wide
range of subjects, ISF Korean and Japanese students are prepared to achieve exceptional success
at top universities at home and abroad.
Testimonial:
"I am currently studying Korean History at Korea University. I would like to thank ISF for
all the support and guidance they gave me when I was in the process of applying to
universities. I am proud to be an ISF graduate."
-- Eloise Jung, ISF, Class of 2013
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ISF Graduates: Life after Graduation
At ISF, we believe that all students can achieve
exceptional success. As such, we are
committed to supporting students as they explore
their life and career development options. The
SABIS® curriculum implemented at ISF promotes
the exploration of various educational and
occupational interests and prepares and teaches
students to make wise and informed career
decisions.
Starting in Grade 9, ISF students are actively
engaged in career and university counselling.
They are offered updated information on new and
future career prospects and study opportunities ISF alumni at alumni reception
that open a wide range of opportunities to them.
With the help of a University and Careers Advisor, they are given the advice needed to match their
strengths and interests with a suitable career and university.
A track record of excellence on external examinations helps ISF students pursue admission to their
college or university and program of choice. Every year, ISF students' perform outstandingly on external
examinations such as Advanced Placement® and the International Baccalaureate. These results coupled
with ISF students' reputation for having a solid education and essential life skills enable ISF students to
pursue their university of choice in their chosen field of study.
Over the years, ISF graduates have gone on to attend some of the top universities around the globe.
That holds particularly true for the graduates of the Class of 2013, who are currently pursuing
university studies at the likes of the University of St. Andrews and King's College in the U.K.; University
of California - Berkeley, Boston University, and Purdue University in the U.S.; Goethe Universität in
Frankfurt; Universität Salzburg in Austria; and Seoul National University and Korea University in Korea,
to name a few.
Through a solid academic foundation, thorough preparation for various university entrance
qualifications, fluency in English, and personalized university guidance, ISF students are well prepared
to achieve exceptional success in university and beyond.
Testimonial:
"I'm beyond thankful for all the work you put into making my education just perfect! I am
now studying at Penn University and I feel that I was very well prepared."
-- Luis Stubbe, ISF, Class of 2011
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The SABIS Student Life Organization® at ISF –
Social Responsibilty Department
The SABIS Student Life Organization® (SLO®) is an integral part of everyday life at ISF. Through involvement in
the various SLO® departments, students develop their academic, managerial, organizational, and leadership
skills. SLO® is one of the many ways that ISF provides students with rich opportunities to develop important
life skills that prepare them to achieve exceptional success in a changing world.
Each of the SLO® departments at ISF successfully contributes to making the school an inspiring and motivating
place for everyone. Making a positive contribution to not only the school, but also to the community and
world at large is the SLO® Social Responsibility Department. The role of the SLO® Social Responsibility
Department is to raise awareness about environmental issues, teach the importance of giving back to the
community, and encourage students to help those who are less fortunate.
In giving back to the community, this year, the SLO® Social Responsibility Department focused on a drive
to collect toys for the children at Bärenherz Kinderhospiz Wiesbaden, a facility that provides housing for
terminally ill children and their families. At Bärenherz Kinderhospiz Wiesbaden, children are given the
opportunity to live the remainder of their precious lives in relative comfort with their families and with access
to necessary medical attention. After collecting generous donations from the ISF community, the SLO® Social
Responsibility Department prefects sorted through the donated toys, wrapped them up, and delivered them
to the children at Bärenherz Kinderhospiz Wiesbaden.
In line with its commitment to helping those who are less fortunate, the SLO® Social Responsibility Department
organized a Valentine's Day fundraiser for the ISF Kenya Project, a program that aims to raise funds for
the improvement of a school in rural Kenya. This year, the department plans to build a fence around the
grounds of the Chitsanze Primary School in Kenya, provide a shaded area for parent-teacher meetings,
install a water connection to the school dispensary, and secure basic medical equipment at the school.
SLO® students delivering toys to Bärenherz
Kinderhospiz, Wiesbaden
In addition to showing compassion for others, the
SLO® Social Responsibility Department also focuses
on raising awareness about the environment. Every
year, the first week of June is officially entitled
"Environment Week" at ISF. Every day of the week
is themed around an environmental issue with a
number of activities and games prepared especially
for each grade level including Energy Day, Food
Day, Green Day, Air Quality Day, and Earth Day.
Last year, the SLO® Social Responsibility Department
organized a special "Water Day," when lower school
students participated in a game that taught them
about endangered aquatic species. The department
is already working on making this year's "Environment
Week" a huge success. Watch the ISF Weekly Update
for more information as June draws nearer!
Through the multitude of activities organized by the SABIS Student Life Organization® at ISF, the school
educates outstanding students who are academically strong, morally sound, mentally sharp, and ready to
achieve exceptional success.
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ISF Debating Club Success
First prize in German Junior League
ISF debaters returning from competition
The Debating Society is one of many successful activities that is organized by the SABIS Student Life
Organization® (SLO®) at ISF. Twenty-four (24) juniors and seniors from ISF are currently members of
the club, and the team is an active participant in the international debate scene.
ISF is very proud of its Debating Club, which currently ranks among the top 10 debating teams in the
world. In November 2013, the ISF debating team tied for 7th place out of 40 international teams at
the EurOpen Schools Debating Championship. In 2013, 5 juniors on the team won the Junior League
Championships of Germany. The successful students from grades 7-9 were Luisa von Bismarck, Amelie
Haeberlin, Peter Lee Hamilton, Ksenia Simongauz, and Young Jin Song. The team is now focussed on
retaining this title in the future.
Debaters at ISF are taught to be systematic in their approach to debating. They learn to be critical
thinkers who can approach global issues with clarity and precision of thought. During competition,
they have tackled various subjects relating to the European Union, state censorship of the media,
performance enhancing drugs in sports, and much more. ISF contributes to the debater's exceptional
success by fostering an international community and encouraging them to explore the world through
argumentation and analysis.
Two (2) ISF students, Luisa von Bismarck and Olivia Scalise Gaspar, will be joining 5 students from
schools across Germany on the German national debating team for the final trial of the World Schools
Debating Championships (WSDC) in Bangkok, Thailand, in August 2014. We wish them the best of
luck!
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ISF Student Achievement Data 2013
Photograph by Wachendorfer
This year again ISF students showed exceptional success not only in their internal academic
assessments but also in the external examinations.
Internal Academic Assessments
Below are the internal results from Grades 1 to 10 at the end of the 2012-13 academic year. The
results are distributed by grade level and represent ISF's core subjects of English, Mathematics, and
German.
97%
100%
99%
100%
100%
100%
100%
99%
100% 97% 100%
G1
G2
English
G3
Math
100%
German
G5
G5
100% 97%
G6
G8
99%
100%
Math
100%
English
G7
German
100% 97%
99% 100%
G9
Math
100% 100%
99% 99% 99%
99% 99% 99%
100% 100%
G4
English
11
100% 97% 100%
100%
100%
100%
99%
100%
100%
G8
German
G10
G6
English
99%
Math
100%
G7
German
99% 100%
100%
100%
100%
English
G9
Math
German
G10
100%
International General Certificate
of Secondary Education (IGCSE) Exams
Since May 1999, ISF Grade 10 and 11 students have
been taking the International General Certificate of
Secondary Education (IGCSE) exams. The following
results are from 2013. Students took exams in Art
& Design, Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry,
Economics, First Language (English, German and
Korean) English as a Second Language, English
Literature, Foreign Language (French, German, and
Spanish), Geography, History, Information Technology,
Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, and Physics.
Students received passing scores for 94% of the exams
taken, with 57% achieving a score of A or higher.
ISF IGCSE Results 2013
C
13%
D
5%
E
1%
94% A* to C
A* and A
57%
B
24%
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)
For the fifth year in a row, ISF achieved excellent International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
scores. All 56 candidates showed exceptional success in gaining the full IB Diploma. Exams were
taken in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, English, French, Geography, German,
History, Korean, Mathematics, Music, Physics, Spanish, and Visual Arts as well as Self-Taught First
Language Chinese, Japanese, and Spanish.
•100% of ISF applicants were awarded the
full IB Diploma compared to 78% worldwide
•65.5% of ISF applicants were awarded the
prestigious bilingual IB Diploma compared
to the world average of approximately 30%
•96.3% of ISF students seeking a German
Abitur fulfilled the criteria
The average score obtained by ISF students
was 33 compared to 30 worldwide. Just over
75% of ISF applicants scored over 30 points.
In order to pass, students must obtain a score
of 24 points. Of the students who passed, 38%
showed exceptional success, with scores over
35 points, and 12.7% recorded scores of over
40 points.
•Average grade per subject obtained by ISF
students: 5.39 (maximum possible score 7)
ISF AP Results 2013
Advanced Placement (AP ) Exams
In 2013, out of the eleven ISF students who took
Advanced Placement ® exams. 83% received a
passing score compared to 60.8% worldwide.
61% of AP ® students achieved the top score of
5. The average score gained by ISF students
was 4. Exams were taken in Biology, Calculus,
Chemistry, European History, French, Geography,
German, Macroeconomics and Microeconomics,
Physics C, and Spanish.
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2
14%
3
10%
4
12%
1
3%
83% 3-5
5 (the highest
possibe score)
61%
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University Destinations 2013
Austria
Universität Salzburg
Sociology
Belgium
United International Business School, Antwerp
Business
Germany
European Business School, Schloß Reichertshausen
Business
HAW Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg
Business (BWL)
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Industrial Engineering
Goethe Universität Frankfurt
Politics
Goethe Universität Frankfurt
Economics
Hochschule Mannheim
Automation Technology
Fachhochschule Frankfurt
Mechatronics
Holland
Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences Business School
International Business and Management Studies
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Econometrics & Economics
Universiteit Maastricht
International Business
Korea
KAIST Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
Biology
Korea University
History
Korea University
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Seoul National University (2)
Liberal Studies
Seoul National University
Mechanical Engineering
Sogang University
German / German Studies
Sungkyunkwan University
German Language & Literature
Yonsei University
International Relations
Yonsei University
Management
Yonsei University
Mechanical Engineering
Yonsei University
Physics
United Kingdom
Aberystwyth University
Film and Television Production
Aberystwyth University
Human Geography
University of Birmingham
Applied Golf Management
University of Brighton
Primary Teaching with QTS
University of Bristol
Law
Cardiff University
Architecture
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Biomedical Sciences
Durham University
Combined Honours in Social Sciences
The University of Edinburgh
Business Studies
University of Greenwich
Human Resource Management
University of Leeds
Communications and Media
European Business School London
International Business
Istituto Marangoni, London
Fashion Styling
King‘s College London (2)
Business Management
London School of Economics
Environment and Development
University of West London
Psychology
Loughborough University
Three Dimensional Design
University of Manchester
International Management
Middlesex University
International Tourism Management
Northumbria University
Interior Design
The University of Nottingham
German and Politics
York St. John University
Music
United States
University of California, Berkeley
International Relations
University of California, Santa BarbaraCommunications
Kalamazoo CollegePre-Med
Northeastern University, Boston
Health Sciences
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Biological Sciences
Texas Tech University
Undecided
Switzerland
ETH Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich
Mechanical Engineering
St. Gallen UniversityLaw
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2014 SABIS® Parent Survey Results at ISF
Feedback from parents is very important to us at ISF. This year the SABIS® Parent Survey was made available
in English, German, and Korean. One hundred and twenty-eight (128) ISF families out of 647 completed the
online, anonymous questionnaire. We appreciate your valuable feedback which helps us identify areas of
excellence as well as potential challenges.
ISF Parent Network Board
ACADEMICS & STANDARDS
Strongly Agree
/Agree
CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT
Strongly Agree
/Agree
The school has high expectations for my
child's learning.
95%
The school expects high standards of student
behavior.
93%
The school motivates my child to learn.
85%
My child's school makes sure that classrooms
and school grounds are safe.
98%
Teachers at the school help my child work
toward achieving his/her full potential.
88%
My child's school building is neat, clean, and
well-maintained.
92%
I am happy with the academic standards at
the school.
83%
The SABIS Student Life Organization®
contributes to a positive school environment.
73%
SCHOOL MANAGEMENT
& ADMINISTRATION
Strongly Agree
/Agree
The school keeps me well-informed about
school news and activities.
96%
I feel well-informed about the progress my
child(ren) is/are making.
87%
I feel informed about the SABIS® mission,
philosophy, and core values
82%
I use WebSchool
91%
WebParent helps keep me informed about
my child's academic performance, behavior
issues, and attendance.
93%
I feel comfortable approaching the school's
administrators with concerns I might have.
74%
GENERAL SATISFACTION
Strongly Agree
/Agree
My child looks forward to going to school.
88%
The school staff is committed to and
supportive of the education of my child.
89%
I am satisfied that the school is meeting the
social needs of my child.
80%
Does your child participate in Extended Day?
36%
I am satisfied with the school's Extended Day
program.
89%
I feel confident recommending this school to
others.
93%
Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of
education my child is receiving.
88%
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ISF Success Stories
Laura Kuder
This is the story of a student who has made the
best of every opportunity at ISF. She is a positive
role model for others and draws on a positive
"can-do" attitude to expand her knowledge
and understanding of the world beyond the
classroom.
Second Prize at Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow Awards Ceremony
Laura Kuder joined ISF as a KG2 student in
2001. During her 13 years at ISF, Laura Kuder
has embraced every opportunity to help her grow
into a well-rounded, mature, and responsible
individual with a stellar academic record.
Laura thrived academically from her first day at ISF. Currently in Grade 12, she has a predicted IB
score of 45, the top score possible, and is exploring her options for university. "As well as achieving
excellent academic results, Laura is a clear leader and a great role model for the other students.
"We have all enjoyed working with her," says Dr. Vivian Strouza, ISF Upper Secondary AQC and IB
Coordinator. Ms. Jules Akrigg, Laura's English teacher, adds, "Laura Kuder is one of the most inspiring
students I have met in my career so far." However, it is not just her academic performance that makes
Laura stand out. Her contributions to the school through Student Life also make her exceptional.
Committed to being an active member of the school community, Laura has been an active member of
SLO®, where she developed and demonstrated impressive organizational and leadership abilities in
roles of responsibility. Between grades 9 and 12, Laura advanced from Senior Prefect to Head Prefect.
During that time Laura, with unfailing energy and drive, organized a range of activities including a
Mathematics Relay, a Trivia Night, and a trip to a museum. Reflecting on her SLO® involvement she
observed, "As Head Prefect, I got involved with all the departments and promoted a positive school
spirit." In harmony with creating a positive school spirit, Laura participated in the annual ISF musical
productions including "Footloose" and "We Will Rock You." An accomplished sportswoman, Laura also
represented ISF at tennis tournaments and won second place in the 2013 GISST competition.
Laura did not stop at musical productions and sports. In Grade 11, she participated in the "Entrepreneurs
of Tomorrow" competition and won second place for her business plan along with fellow student and
team-mate Franziska Gossmann. She also attended the Model United Nations Conference in Genoa,
where she was involved in debates on disarmament and international security.
"During Laura's long membership of our ISF community, she has only brought credit to the school and
herself. She will make a brilliant university student and will undoubtedly carve out for herself a significant
and successful career in whatever field she chooses – and that success will be richly deserved," said Mr.
Roger Williams, Laura's University and Careers Advisor at ISF.
Laura has been offered a place to study at the Ivy League University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, as well
as a scholarship to study at Bentley University in Waltham, Massachusetts – one of the USA’s top business
schools. She has also received offers from prestigious Russell Group universities in the U.K. including the
University of Edinburgh and Durham University. As Laura is set to embark on the next chapter in her life, we
wish her the best of luck, confident that her positive attitude and strong academic foundation will help her
continue to experience exceptional success and fulfill her dreams.
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Ann Sophie Bierwirth
This is the story of a student who developed over the years
from being a child who enjoyed coming to school but lacked
motivation for academics to a student who plays an active,
central role in daily life at ISF.
Ann Sophie Bierwirth first joined ISF as a KG2 student back in
2003. She is currently in Grade 10 and preparing for her IGCSE
exams. She is a strong student who particularly enjoys German,
geography, and biology and who is well respected by her peers
and teachers alike.
As a young student at the school, Ann Sophie enjoyed coming
to school but lacked motivation. "When I first met Ann Sophie
in Grade 4 Science class, she loved doodling and was generally
unmotivated” said Ms. Tracy Chute. Little did Ms. Chute know that
Ann Sophie's doodling would soon turn into accomplished works
Ann Sophie Bierwirth
of art, and her lack of motivation would disappear and make way
for a young, very active member of her school community. "She has completely changed and is now
involved in everything!" said Ms. Chute.
Ann Sophie attributes the changes to the SABIS Student Life Organization® at ISF. As a prefect in the
SLO® Management Department, Ann Sophie is a daily fixture in the SLO® Office and fully accepts the
responsibility of her role. She can regularly be found in the SLO® Office ordering office supplies,
turning her hand to the office accounts, and generally doing whatever needs to be done. Ann Sophie
is also actively involved in the production of the ISF Student Life Book. She says "I love to come to the
SLO® Office to help and be involved in the school".
At ISF, Ann Sophie's "doodling" also evolved. Through the art program at the school, Ann Sophie has
developed into a talented artist who, among other projects, put a lot of time and effort into designing
cultural items for the display on Canada at International Day.
This year, Ann Sophie has launched a new initiative with two of her fellow classmates, Maximilian
Behrens and Elias Schultze-Lohoelter. They have formed a Student Philanthropic Society. The three
classmates felt the need to raise awareness among their peers about international struggles. They have
also taken steps to register their organization as an official charity in Germany.
Anne Sophie continues to spread sunshine among the ISF community each and every day. Her positive
attitude and active engagement will undoubtedly help her achieve exceptional success in life.
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