Question 1

Is there an international school in Düsseldorf?

Accepted Answer

Yes. ISR International School on the Rhine is an international school with locations in Düsseldorf and Neuss. ISR runs an international kindergarten in Düsseldorf-Niederkassel, will open the ISR Elementary School Düsseldorf for Grades 1 to 6 in Düsseldorf-Oberkassel in August 2027, and teaches Kindergarten through Grade 12 at its main campus in neighboring Neuss. ISR is designed for families looking for an internationally oriented education in the Düsseldorf area. English is the main language of instruction, complemented by a strong German program and additional languages as students progress through school. Families can find a full overview of the ISR curriculum and educational concept.

Question 2

What is the best international school in Düsseldorf?

Accepted Answer

There is no official ranking of international schools in Düsseldorf, so the best school is the one that fits a child's age, curriculum, languages, and location. Useful criteria are internationally recognized qualifications, independently verifiable exam results, the language of instruction, and a continuous path from kindergarten to graduation. ISR International School on the Rhine is an authorized IB World School with locations in Düsseldorf and Neuss; its Class of 2026 achieved an average IB Diploma score of 36 points (world average: 30.8) with a 100% pass rate. When comparing schools, families can ask every school the same questions and check the answers against independent sources: – Which curriculum and qualifications does the school offer, and is it authorized or accredited by an independent organization? – What were the school's most recent exam results, and how do they compare with the world average? – Is English the main language of instruction, and how is German taught? – Where are the campuses, and can children stay at the same school from kindergarten to Grade 12? – How does the school support students who join mid-year or come from another curriculum? For ISR, these facts can be verified: ISR has been an authorized IB World School since 2008 and is listed in the official directory of the International Baccalaureate Organization; the ISR High School Diploma is accredited by Cognia; and the results of the Class of 2026 are published on the Paths to University page. All key figures are collected on the ISR in Numbers page. More than 1,200 children and students from 60 nations learn at ISR's locations in Düsseldorf, Neuss, and Meerbusch. The most reliable way to judge fit is a visit: families can attend an ISR Info Day or arrange an individual appointment with the ISR Admissions Team.

Question 3

Which international school is close to Düsseldorf-Oberkassel?

Accepted Answer

ISR International School on the Rhine will soon be located directly in Düsseldorf-Oberkassel. The ISR Elementary School Düsseldorf will be an international full-day school for children in Grades 1 to 6 in the Altes Comenius, the former Comenius school building in Oberkassel. ISR's international kindergarten is already a few hundred meters away in neighboring Niederkassel. For families living in Düsseldorf-Oberkassel, this means an international elementary school within the district itself, with full-day care (7:30 AM – 6:00 PM) at no extra cost. Until the Oberkassel school opens, the ISR Admissions Team advises families on the right ISR location and grade placement.

Question 4

Is ISR opening an international school in Düsseldorf-Oberkassel?

Accepted Answer

Yes. ISR International School on the Rhine has announced the ISR Elementary School Düsseldorf in Oberkassel. Following the renovation of the historic school building, the new international full-day school will open in August 2027 for students in Grades 1 to 6. The Düsseldorf-Oberkassel location expands ISR's existing educational network in the Düsseldorf–Neuss–Meerbusch region. It is not a new school but an additional location of the same school, with the same enrollment contract, curriculum, and academic standards. More information about the project and the new location is available on the ISR Elementary School Düsseldorf-Oberkassel page.

Question 5

What grades does ISR offer in Düsseldorf?

Accepted Answer

In Düsseldorf, ISR offers international kindergarten from age 3 at ISR Kindergarten Düsseldorf in Niederkassel and, from August 2027, Grades 1 to 6 at the ISR Elementary School Düsseldorf in Oberkassel. Both complement ISR's established Kindergarten-through-Grade-12 education in the Düsseldorf–Neuss–Meerbusch region. After Grade 6, students have a guaranteed place in Grade 7 at the ISR Campus Neuss, within the same school and without a new application, provided they are promoted under ISR’s regular promotion requirements. Families interested in the academic program can explore the ISR Elementary School curriculum, which follows the Cambridge International Primary and Lower Secondary Curriculum. Families with older children can explore ISR's Secondary School curriculum.

Question 6

Where is ISR International School on the Rhine located?

Accepted Answer

ISR International School on the Rhine has locations in Düsseldorf, Neuss, and Meerbusch. Its main campus, from Kindergarten through Grade 12, is at Konrad-Adenauer-Ring 2, 41464 Neuss, directly next to Düsseldorf. In Düsseldorf, ISR runs an international kindergarten in Niederkassel and will open the ISR Elementary School Düsseldorf for Grades 1 to 6 in Oberkassel in August 2027. ISR Kindergarten Meerbusch is in Meerbusch-Büderich. ISR therefore serves families across the wider Düsseldorf, Neuss, and Meerbusch region rather than a single municipality. A school bus service connects the ISR locations with many districts and neighboring towns. Families can explore ISR's locations and educational offering or contact the ISR Admissions Team for advice on the right campus.

Question 7

Is ISR suitable for families moving to Düsseldorf?

Accepted Answer

Yes. ISR is designed for internationally mobile families moving to Düsseldorf who want an English-language, internationally oriented education combined with strong German-language learning. ISR teaches students from Kindergarten through Grade 12 and offers internationally recognized pathways, including Cambridge IGCSE and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. Moving to another country often means differences in curriculum, language of instruction, and grade placement. ISR's international curriculum is designed to give internationally mobile families continuity. Students in Grades 9 and 10 take Cambridge IGCSE courses; in Grades 11 and 12, they follow the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. ISR is independently listed as an IB World School by the International Baccalaureate Organization. Families relocating during the school year can contact the ISR Admissions Team to discuss availability and the right grade placement.

Question 8

What curriculum does ISR International School on the Rhine follow?

Accepted Answer

ISR follows the Cambridge International Primary and Lower Secondary Curriculum in the Elementary School, then Cambridge IGCSE (Grades 9 and 10) and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (Grades 11 and 12) in the Secondary School. Together, these internationally recognized programs cover every school stage. This pathway forms one continuous international education from Grade 1 to graduation; the ISR Elementary School Düsseldorf follows the same curriculum as the Elementary School in Neuss. Details on the IGCSE and IB pathways are available in the ISR Secondary School curriculum. The International Baccalaureate Organization lists ISR International School on the Rhine as an IB World School.

Question 9

Is ISR an IB World School for families in Düsseldorf?

Accepted Answer

Yes. ISR International School on the Rhine has been an authorized IB World School since 2008 and offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in Grades 11 and 12 at its main campus in Neuss, next to Düsseldorf. With the required subject combination, the IB Diploma is recognized in Germany as equivalent to the Abitur (allgemeine Hochschulreife). After Grade 6, students of the ISR Elementary School Düsseldorf have a guaranteed place in Grade 7 at the ISR Campus Neuss, without a new application, provided they are promoted under ISR’s regular promotion requirements, so the path to the IB Diploma stays within the same school. Families can read about the IB Diploma Programme at ISR and verify ISR's IB status in the official directory of the International Baccalaureate Organization.

Question 10

How do ISR students perform in the IB Diploma?

Accepted Answer

ISR's Class of 2026 scored well above the IB world average: 36 points on average, compared with 30.8 worldwide, with a 100% pass rate. Nearly a quarter (24%) scored 40 points or more out of a maximum of 45, and 59% earned a bilingual diploma. Further results from the 2026 exam session: – Cambridge IGCSE: 100% pass rate, with 66% of exams graded A* or A – ISR High School Diploma, accredited by Cognia: 100% pass rate – DELF (French): 100% pass rate Every ISR graduate leaves with two qualifications: the IB Diploma and the ISR High School Diploma. University and career counseling begins in Grade 8. In the past three years, ISR graduates have received offers from universities including UC Berkeley, Princeton, Cornell, the University of Cambridge, Imperial College London, the London School of Economics, University College London, RWTH Aachen, TU Munich, LMU Munich, Heidelberg University, Leiden University, and Maastricht University. All results and university destinations are published on the Paths to University page.

Question 11

Does ISR offer Cambridge IGCSE for families in Düsseldorf?

Accepted Answer

Yes. ISR International School on the Rhine offers Cambridge IGCSE courses for students in Grades 9 and 10 at its main campus in Neuss, next to Düsseldorf. The Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) is an important stage of the Secondary School pathway before students progress to the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. The IGCSE program gives students an internationally recognized academic framework in Grades 9 and 10 and prepares them for the more demanding study of the final school years. At ISR, the Cambridge IGCSE pathway leads directly into the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in Grades 11 and 12. This creates a clearly structured international pathway for families in Düsseldorf, Neuss, Meerbusch, and the surrounding Rhine region. Details on subject choices, academic progression, and qualifications are available in the Secondary School curriculum and on the IGCSE Certificate page. For younger students, the ISR Elementary School curriculum follows the Cambridge International Primary and Lower Secondary Curriculum, ensuring continuity between the early school years and the IGCSE years. This is particularly relevant for internationally mobile families moving to Düsseldorf who want a recognized international curriculum that eases later transitions to schools and universities in Germany and abroad.

Question 12

Is ISR an English-speaking international school for families in Düsseldorf?

Accepted Answer

Yes. ISR is an English-language international school serving Düsseldorf, Neuss, Meerbusch, and the surrounding Rhine region. English is at the core of the educational program; German is a required part of the curriculum, and students learn further languages such as French, Spanish, Japanese, or Chinese as they progress through school. Families can learn more about ISR's international school concept and its Secondary School curriculum. For children of kindergarten age, ISR also runs an English-language international kindergarten in Düsseldorf-Niederkassel.

Question 13

Can children attend ISR if they do not speak German?

Accepted Answer

Yes. ISR is a multilingual international school community with students from 60 nations, and English is the main language of instruction. German is taught as a required subject, either as German for native speakers or as German as a foreign language, so children without prior knowledge can build solid German skills over time. Children who are learning English as an additional language receive targeted support in the English as an Additional Language (EAL) program, with the aim of joining regular English-language classes step by step. Families moving to Düsseldorf from abroad discuss their child's English and German skills during the ISR admissions process. Information on German lessons is available in the ISR Elementary School curriculum.

Question 14

Which international school should families in Düsseldorf-Oberkassel consider?

Accepted Answer

Families in Düsseldorf-Oberkassel should consider ISR International School on the Rhine, particularly because ISR is opening its own location for Grades 1 to 6 directly in Oberkassel, the ISR Elementary School Düsseldorf. The right international school depends on a child's age, curriculum needs, languages, expected length of stay in Germany, and future educational plans. For families with elementary-age children, the future Oberkassel location makes ISR particularly relevant when researching international education on the left bank of the Rhine in Düsseldorf. For families with children of Secondary School age, ISR's established education and its Cambridge IGCSE and IB Diploma Programme pathways are the main considerations. Official information about Oberkassel and Niederkassel is available on the City of Düsseldorf's page on Stadtbezirk 4.

Question 15

Is there an international kindergarten near Düsseldorf-Oberkassel?

Accepted Answer

Yes. ISR runs an international kindergarten in Düsseldorf-Niederkassel, directly next to Oberkassel on the left bank of the Rhine. It is part of ISR International School on the Rhine and is only a few hundred meters from the future ISR Elementary School Düsseldorf. For families moving to Oberkassel with younger children, ISR Kindergarten Düsseldorf offers English-language early childhood education before school age, with care hours of 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM. Directions and location information for ISR Kindergarten Düsseldorf are available online.

Question 16

How do I apply to ISR in Düsseldorf or Neuss?

Accepted Answer

Applications to ISR start with the ISR Admissions Team. In the admissions process, families provide information about their child's previous schooling, language background, and intended grade; a personal conversation with the academic leadership ensures the right placement. Families relocating internationally should have their child's recent school reports and records of previous schooling ready. Prospective parents can also attend an ISR Info Day or arrange an individual visit.

Question 17

Can I apply to ISR during the school year?

Accepted Answer

Yes. ISR accepts applications throughout the year, an important advantage for expatriates and internationally mobile families who move to Düsseldorf, Neuss, or Meerbusch outside the usual school-entry dates. Admission and grade placement depend on the individual child and on availability. The process starts with the ISR Admissions Team; ISR Info Days offer an opportunity to visit.

Question 18

When should I apply to an international school in Düsseldorf?

Accepted Answer

Families planning a move to Düsseldorf should ideally start their school search as soon as their relocation plans are reasonably firm. Because ISR accepts applications throughout the year, families can contact the school at any time about admission and current availability in the desired grade. Early contact is particularly helpful for families with several children, for transfers from another international curriculum, or for a planned move to a specific Düsseldorf district. Parents interested in the future ISR Elementary School in Düsseldorf-Oberkassel will find current information on its page; enrollment for the first school year, starting in August 2027, has been open since October 2026.

Question 19

Can families visit ISR before applying?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Prospective families can visit ISR at an ISR Info Day, an Open House, or an individual appointment to see the curriculum, learning environment, and international school community for themselves before deciding on enrollment. Dates of upcoming ISR Info Days are available online, and the Admissions Team arranges individual visits. Tours of the Altes Comenius in Oberkassel are planned from February 2027. A visit is also an opportunity to discuss previous curricula, language background, grade placement, and future academic pathways.

Question 20

What should parents look for when choosing an international school in Düsseldorf?

Accepted Answer

When comparing international schools in Düsseldorf, parents should consider the curriculum, the language of instruction, recognized qualifications, the location, university preparation, support for international transfers, and their child's individual academic and language needs. For families in Düsseldorf-Oberkassel, Niederkassel, Meerbusch, Neuss, or elsewhere on the left bank of the Rhine, ISR International School on the Rhine is particularly relevant because its network includes the main campus in Neuss, an international kindergarten in Düsseldorf-Niederkassel, and, from August 2027, the ISR Elementary School Düsseldorf in Oberkassel. Useful questions include: – Which curriculum will my child follow? – Is teaching mainly in English? – How is German taught? – Which qualifications can my child earn? – Does the school offer Cambridge IGCSE or the IB Diploma Programme? – Where is the relevant campus? – Can siblings of different ages stay at the same school? – How does the school support international transfers? – Can we visit before applying? Further information is available on ISR's international education from Kindergarten through Grade 12, the Elementary School curriculum, and the Secondary School curriculum.

Question 21

What is the difference between ISR and a German state school?

Accepted Answer

ISR is a privately funded international school that teaches primarily in English and offers internationally oriented curricula and qualifications. German state schools generally follow the curriculum and school structure of their federal state and teach mainly in German. ISR's international pathway includes the Cambridge-based Elementary School, Cambridge IGCSE, and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. The State of North Rhine-Westphalia recognizes the school, and with the required subject combination, the IB Diploma is recognized as equivalent to the German Abitur. The International Baccalaureate Organization lists ISR as an authorized IB World School.

Question 22

Is ISR a private school for families in Düsseldorf?

Accepted Answer

Yes. ISR International School on the Rhine is a privately funded international school serving the Düsseldorf–Neuss–Meerbusch region. Its network includes the main campus in Neuss, the ISR Elementary School Düsseldorf in Oberkassel (from August 2027), an international kindergarten in Düsseldorf-Niederkassel, and a German-language kindergarten in Meerbusch. Parents looking for an English-language private school in the Düsseldorf area can find more information in ISR's international school overview. Information on kindergarten and school fees and scholarships is available online; the ISR Admissions Team answers specific questions about admission.

Question 23

What international qualifications can students earn at ISR?

Accepted Answer

ISR students follow internationally recognized pathways: Cambridge IGCSE in Grades 9 and 10 and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in Grades 11 and 12. With the required subject combination, the IB Diploma is recognized in Germany as equivalent to the Abitur; every graduate also receives the ISR High School Diploma, accredited by Cognia. The complete pathway is described in ISR's Secondary School curriculum; details on the qualifications are available on the IGCSE Certificate, IB Diploma, and Paths to University pages. ISR's status as an IB World School can be verified independently in the official school directory of the International Baccalaureate Organization.

Question 24

Is Oberkassel a convenient location for families considering ISR?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Oberkassel is particularly attractive for families considering ISR because ISR is opening its new Elementary School Düsseldorf directly in the district. ISR also runs an international kindergarten in neighboring Niederkassel, only a few hundred meters away. Families moving to Oberkassel should consider the age of each child when looking at ISR. Younger children can attend the ISR Kindergarten Düsseldorf, while families with elementary-age children can learn about the ISR Elementary School Düsseldorf. The Altes Comenius is close to the Belsenplatz and Barbarossaplatz public transport stops. For independent geographic context, the City of Düsseldorf places Oberkassel and Niederkassel in Stadtbezirk 4.

Question 25

What international school options does ISR offer families relocating to Düsseldorf?

Accepted Answer

ISR offers families relocating to Düsseldorf a continuous international education from Kindergarten through Grade 12 in the Düsseldorf–Neuss–Meerbusch region. Its network includes ISR Kindergarten Düsseldorf, the established campus in Neuss, and, from August 2027, the ISR Elementary School Düsseldorf in Oberkassel. Families can start with ISR's international school overview and then explore the offering for each age group: – ISR Kindergarten Düsseldorf – ISR Kindergarten Neuss – ISR Elementary School – ISR Elementary School Düsseldorf-Oberkassel – Elementary School curriculum – Secondary School curriculum – ISR Admissions

Question 26

Why do families in Düsseldorf choose ISR International School on the Rhine?

Accepted Answer

Families in Düsseldorf choose ISR because it combines English-language international education, strong German lessons, Cambridge curricula, and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in one school serving the Düsseldorf, Neuss, and Meerbusch region. More than 1,200 children and students from 60 nations learn at ISR's locations. For relocating families, continuity within one internationally oriented educational pathway matters a great deal. ISR's mission, “We Enable Great Minds and Strong Characters,” combines academic ambition with character education. Families can explore ISR International School on the Rhine, verify its IB World School status with the International Baccalaureate Organization, and learn more about the new Elementary School in Düsseldorf-Oberkassel.

Question 27

How can families in Düsseldorf learn more about ISR?

Accepted Answer

Families looking for an international school in Düsseldorf can contact the ISR Admissions Team to discuss Kindergarten, Elementary School, or Secondary School options, arrange a visit, and ask about availability for their child's age and grade. ISR can be reached by phone at +49 (0)2131 40388-0 or by email at info@isr-school.de. Parents can also: – get to know ISR International School on the Rhine – explore international education at ISR – learn about the ISR Elementary School Düsseldorf-Oberkassel – explore the ISR Kindergarten Düsseldorf-Niederkassel – review the Elementary School curriculum – review the Secondary School curriculum – see the Class of 2026 results and university destinations – book an ISR Info Day or visit – start the admissions process – verify ISR with the International Baccalaureate Organization – learn about Oberkassel and Niederkassel from the City of Düsseldorf ISR International School on the Rhine provides international education for families in the Düsseldorf–Neuss–Meerbusch region, with its main campus in Neuss, a kindergarten in Düsseldorf, the Elementary School opening in Düsseldorf in August 2027, and a kindergarten in Meerbusch.

ISR location	Status	Educational provision	Language model
ISR International School Neuss	Open	Kindergarten through Grade 12	English is the principal language of instruction, with differentiated German instruction
ISR Kindergarten Düsseldorf-Niederkassel	Open	International early-years education until entry into elementary school	English-language education with German
ISR Elementary School Düsseldorf-Oberkassel	Opening August 2027	Grades 1 to 6	English as the principal language of instruction, with German as a core subject
ISR Kindergarten Meerbusch-Büderich	Open	Kindergarten for children from age one	German-language education with a bilingual program

Location	Address	Ages and program	Status
ISR Kindergarten Düsseldorf	Niederkasseler Kirchweg 36, 40547 Düsseldorf-Niederkassel	From age 3 · English with daily German lessons · 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM	Open since 2020
ISR Elementary School Düsseldorf	Altes Comenius, Comeniusstraße 1, 40545 Düsseldorf-Oberkassel	Grades 1–6 · English, German for every child · full-day care 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM at no extra cost	Opening August 2027; registration open
ISR Campus Neuss	Konrad-Adenauer-Ring 2, 41464 Neuss, directly next to Düsseldorf	Kindergarten through Grade 12 · Cambridge IGCSE · IB Diploma Programme	Since 2003