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Leipzig International School Previous Page | Next Page Mr. Harry Gould, Principal Leipzig International School Ratzelstrasse 26 04207 Leipzig, Germany Tel. 49-341-421-0574 Fax 49-341-421-2154 E-mail h-gould@intschool-leipzig.com 2000-2001 The Leipzig International School is an independent, coeducational day school which offers an educational program from kindergarten through grade 11 for students of all nationalities. The school will offer grade 12, beginning in school year 2001-2002. The school year comprises 3 terms extending from mid-August to late June. Organization: The School is governed by a 5-member Board of Governors, elected by the association. There are 2 joint chairpersons along with a treasurer, a legal advisor, and a representative from international business. The school director acts as an ex-officio member of the Board as does a representative from the parent community. Curriculum: The curriculum is compatible with that in U.S. public and private schools as well as other international schools with international examinations at the end of grade 10 (IGCSE) and grade 12 (International Baccalaureate diploma). The normal range of general subjects is offered. Instruction is in English. There are German language lessons for all students. The School is a regular but not accredited member of the European Council of International Schools and recognized by the State of Saxony as meeting its required standards. Faculty: There are 15 full-time and 5 part-time faculty members, including the principal and the head of the secondary school, in the 2000-2001 school year. Enrollment: Enrollment at the opening of the 2000-2001 school year was 85 (Kdg.-grade 11). Facilities: The School occupies a part of a local German public school and has its own playground area. Facilities include 11 classrooms, computer facilities, a library, and a lunch room, as well as shared use of the science laboratories, gymnasium and auditorium. Finances: In the 2000-2001 school year, the School's income is derived from state subsidies, sponsorship, and regular day school tuition. Annual tuition rates ranged from $3,309 to $7,941. The School also charges an entrance fee of $1,368 and a yearly registration fee ranging from $176 to $353. The fees may be paid in U.S. dollars or local currency. (Above fees are based on an exchange rate of $1 US = DM 2.2668, current as of September 15, 2000.) (All fees are quoted in U.S. dollars.) This Fact Sheet is intended to provide general information. The Office of Overseas Schools (A/OPR/OS) may have more detailed information. Prospective users of the schools may wish to inquire further with A/OPR/OS or contact the school directly for more specific and up-to-the-minute information regarding curriculum, special programs and the like.