We are delighted to be part of a very special international art and cultural exchange project: the China-Germany Children’s Painting Exhibition.

The project was initiated in cooperation with the Chinesisches Kulturzentrum in Berlin, which invited ISR to participate in an artistic exchange connecting young people from Germany and China through creativity and art.

Under the guidance of our ISR Art Teachers, Ms. Henebry and Ms. Schultz, 30 ISR art students created artworks exploring how they perceive China from their own perspective, as well as how they see and represent their own home country, city, and surroundings.

The artworks were then sent to China, where they became part of the international exhibition “Let Dreams Fly – Children’s Paintings from Hubei, China and Berlin, Germany” at the Hubei Provincial Library. The exhibition opened in July and brought together artworks by children from Hubei Province and Germany. While the Chinese works were selected from almost 1,000 submissions, the German contributions were created by our students.

A particularly special part of the project is a collaborative artwork created across both countries. On July 29, ten children from Hubei worked on two five-meter-long scroll paintings, with sections intentionally left unfinished for children in Germany to continue and complete.

We are very proud of our students for sharing their creativity and perspectives with an international audience and sincerely thank Ms. Henebry and Ms. Schultz for guiding them throughout this inspiring project.

Our sincere thanks also go to the Chinesisches Kulturzentrum in Berlin for initiating this wonderful project and making this meaningful cultural exchange possible. We are proud of our positive partnership and look forward to continuing our collaboration in the future.

The cultural exchange continues – on November 6th, the artworks will be exhibited at ISR.

On Sunday, our hallways were filled with little ghosts, spooky witches, and a wonderful variety of creative costumes as the American International Women’s Club Düsseldorf (AIWCD) and ISR once again hosted their traditional Charity Halloween Party!

Many families gathered for a fun-filled afternoon of Halloween games at ISR. Children tested their skills at Balloon Darts, Feed the Spider, Pumpkin Pong, Plinko, Pin the Spider on the Web, and Pumpkin Pitch, and crossed their fingers for a sweet win at the Cupcake Walk. At the Craft Station, they decorated foam pumpkins and made glow-in-the-dark bracelets to take home, while the bake sale and hot dogs kept everyone well fueled throughout the day.

As every year, the annual Haunted Hallway was a major highlight! The bravest guests were greeted by a mysterious witch who read their fortunes in tarot cards before stepping into the glowing black-light laboratory of our mad scientist. Surrounded by his eerie experiments, the children were invited to help the scientist find inspiration for his next invention by drawing on his lab walls with fluorescent markers – a thrilling adventure for the whole family!

Thanks to the generosity of everyone who joined us, the event raised over €3,000 for the AIWCD Official charities, supporting their vital work in our local community.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to the American International Women’s Club, our long-standing partner, for organizing yet another unique Halloween celebration that brought joy to so many children. A special recognition goes to the AIWCD volunteers and our dedicated ISR CAS students, who contributed enthusiastically to the day’s success – from portraying the witch and mad scientist to running the exciting Halloween games and craft station. We would also like to thank everyone who baked, donated, and volunteered their time, as well as our ISR facilities, security, and cleaning teams for helping the day run smoothly. And, of course, a big thank you to all of the families and guests who came out to celebrate with us!

We are grateful for the opportunity to share this American tradition once again with our international families!

On Saturday, we were delighted to welcome many visitors, families, cooperation partners, and team members to our ISR campus in Neuss for this year’s ISR Open House. The day began with information presentations in German, English, and Japanese, giving interested families an insight into ISR and our educational approach. During these presentations, we also introduced our new ISR Elementary School campus in Düsseldorf, which will open in August 2027 – an exciting next chapter for our ISR community and beyond.

Throughout the day, our dedicated Student Leadership Council (SLC) members guided families around the campus in several languages, sharing their experiences and helping visitors discover life at ISR. From Kindergarten activities to lessons in English, German, Mathematics, and Science, guests had many opportunities to experience our learning environment firsthand.

Our students and teachers brought learning to life through a varied program! The Grade 7 and 8 Science Fair and the open science laboratories showcased student investigations, while our foreign language exhibition featured French, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, and Turkish. Art displays, interactive Languages and Humanities activities, and presentations on the International Baccalaureate (IB) core offered further insights into learning at ISR. Visitors also explored artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and robotics, while stage performances in the cafeteria added to the lively atmosphere.

We were pleased to welcome our cooperation partners Rochusclub Düsseldorf, Musicbox Oxana, Ballet by Claudia Peltzer, HDI Versicherungen, Ausblick Immobilien, Schwimmschule Wasserlust, Yoga by Dr. Winnie Chow, Famville, Kunst am Platz, GradTutor, Broich Catering, Zweelo, Kumon Connect, the International English Library, the American International Women’s Club Düsseldorf, and the British Women’s Club Düsseldorf. Their participation enriched the event and introduced families to a wide range of activities and services within our wider community. Our IB students also hosted stands for their CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) projects “A Bracelet at a Time,” “Dots for Donations,” and “Butterfly,” offering handmade creations in support of their initiatives.

Our wonderful ISR Parent Network organized a bake sale in the cafeteria, offering an impressive selection of homemade cakes and pastries. Broich Catering served warm meals and drinks, while Coffee Bar Bacio e Amore and Angelo’s ice cream truck added variety with freshly brewed coffee and ice cream. Our SLC students also contributed to the welcoming atmosphere with their popcorn and waffle sale. Young book lovers also enjoyed browsing the ISR Library’s children’s book sale, where they could find new reading favorites to take home.

A heartfelt thank-you goes to the ISR Parent Network for their generous initiative and to all the families who contributed their delicious creations. We also extend our sincere thanks to our Class Representatives, who joined the presentations, answered questions, and shared their perspectives with interested families.

Thank you to all students, teachers, staff, families, and partners whose commitment helped make our ISR Open House such a memorable day. The event reflected the curiosity, warmth, and strong sense of community that make ISR special! It truly lived up to the ISR Parent Network’s motto: “Good schools are made of students – great schools are made of families!”

Where will your path lead after ISR?

We were delighted to host another successful SRT International University Fair at our ISR Campus in Neuss, giving our Grade 10 to 12 students the opportunity to explore their options beyond school and connect directly with representatives from universities and educational institutions around the world. Among the institutions represented were IE University, Nottingham Trent University, Swiss Education Group M.E, Esade Business & Law School, ESCP | Berlin Campus, Constructor University, WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management, and the University of Strathclyde Golf Society, alongside many others. From business and engineering to art, design, and hospitality, the fair introduced our students to a wide range of academic pathways.

Through conversations with university representatives, our students explored degree programs, admission requirements, and student life. Asking questions and discovering new possibilities helped them gain a clearer understanding of their options and the next steps towards their future studies.

At ISR, we are proud to provide opportunities that help our students make informed decisions about their futures. Alongside international university fairs, our dedicated University and Career Counseling (UCC) Team supports students through personalized guidance and university visits, helping them identify pathways that match their interests, strengths, and ambitions.

We sincerely thank all participating representatives for visiting ISR and sharing their insights with our students. A special thank you goes to our UCC Team — Ms. Wacker, Dr. Corbin, and Dr. Bayülgen — for organizing this valuable event and for their continued dedication to guiding our students as they prepare for life beyond ISR!

Learn more about our University and Career Counseling offerings here: https://www.isr-school.de/ucc/