In the following, we have therefore identified some particularly important criteria that we believe should be taken into account - and then followed this general description with brief information on how we as a boarding school can be categorised for each aspect.
Particularly important criteria for choosing a boarding school:
1. Atmosphere of the boarding school
General recommendation: The atmosphere of a boarding school is absolutely crucial for the well-being of the pupils. A supportive, friendly and stimulating environment promotes both learning and personal development.
Schloss-Schule Kirchberg: Our boarding school is known for its distinctive feel-good atmosphere, which is characterised above all by the empathetic personalities of our teaching and support staff, the above-average supervision ratio, the homely and well-maintained premises and the diverse and strongly community-oriented leisure activities on offer. The humanistic and ideologically open philosophy of our boarding school forms the ideal basis for a culturally enriching, undogmatic and non-denominational development environment. Our mission statement describes all of this in more detail.
2. Class size
General recommendation: Smaller classes allow for more intensive supervision and more individualised support for each pupil.
Schloss-Schule Kirchberg: At Schloss-Schule Kirchberg, the average class size is only 17 pupils, which ensures that every child receives the necessary attention and can develop optimally.
3. Childcare ratio
General recommendation: A favourable childcare ratio is crucial to ensure comprehensive support and encouragement.
Schloss-Schule Kirchberg: We are proud to offer an above-average childcare ratio. This means that there are always enough teachers, educators and carers present to meet the individual needs of all pupils.
4 Subject and specialisation offerings
General recommendation: A wide range of subjects and specialisation options is important in order to meet the different interests and abilities of the pupils.
Schloss-Schule Kirchberg: At Schloss-Schule Kirchberg, pupils have the opportunity to choose from a wide range of courses and programmes that promote their academic and personal interests. Just take a look at our ‘sample timetables’ to get an initial overview!
5. Learning support
General recommendation: A good boarding school offers comprehensive support structures to ensure the learning success of every pupil. This includes not only homework supervision and learning aids, but also special programmes such as learning strategy training and individual support courses
Schloss-Schule Kirchberg: At our boarding school, we ensure that all pupils always receive the support they need to realise their full potential.
6. Support for gifted children and children with special support needs
General recommendation: Another important aspect is a school's ability to provide appropriate support for both gifted children and those with special educational needs. Schloss-Schule Kirchberg: Our Schloss-Schule Kirchberg has introduced special ways and methods to individually support and challenge these groups of pupils. We have outlined for you how we optimally develop the individual potential of the children and young people in our care on the ‘Potential and individual support programmes’ subpage.
7. Leisure activities
General recommendation: The leisure programme is also very important for the holistic development of the pupils.
Schloss-Schule Kirchberg: Our Schloss-Schule Kirchberg offers a wide range of activities, from sports and music to art and theatre, which enable pupils to discover new interests and develop their existing talents. Read more about this in our current leisure programme overview .
8. Accommodation
General recommendation: Both the school buildings and the accommodation should be comfortable, safe and well-maintained to ensure a pleasant stay.
Schloss-Schule Kirchberg: All our buildings on the spacious and beautifully situated grounds of our Schloss-Schule are regularly renovated or in many cases are now completely new, offer a high level of comfort and are technically well equipped. A virtual tour of our boarding school grounds will give you a first impression!
9 School and boarding school facilities
General recommendation: Modern and comprehensive school equipment supports effective learning, especially in areas such as science, technology, art, culture and, above all, digital media.
Schloss-Schule Kirchberg: Our boarding school offers state-of-the-art facilities for various subjects and disciplines, including fully equipped laboratories as well as art, creative, music, craft and theatre rooms. In addition!
10 Teachers
General recommendation: Qualified and committed teachers are the key to high-quality education. Look for schools with a strong teaching staff characterised by competence and enthusiasm for teaching.
Schloss-Schule Kirchberg: As a private boarding school, we carefully select our teachers ourselves, which guarantees an above-average motivated and professionally excellent teaching team.
11. Catering
General recommendation: Healthy nutrition plays an important role in the physical and mental performance and well-being of pupils. Look out for schools that emphasise high-quality, nutritious and balanced meals.
Schloss-Schule Kirchberg: The Schloss-Schule's own kitchen mainly uses high-quality regional foods and takes into account special dietary requirements such as allergies, intolerances and ideological requirements.
12. cooperation with families
General recommendation: Close co-operation between school and parents supports the individual development of each pupil and creates an educational partnership based on trust.
Schloss-Schule Kirchberg: The school maintains an active and cooperative relationship with families, which enables personalised and needs-based support for each child.
13. Down-to-earth or elitist?
General recommendation: Logically, this question about the style of the boarding school of your choice cannot be answered in principle, but it plays a role in the selection process that should not be underestimated.
Schloss-Schule Kirchberg: We at the Schloss-Schule deliberately cultivate a down-to-earth boarding school and school style. The fact that around 2/3 of our pupils are so-called ‘local pupils’ means that we cannot develop the arrogance of an elite boarding school - and that's a good thing (we think).
14 Closeness to real life
General recommendation: ‘Real’ life begins after school at the latest. It is therefore important that a good boarding school adequately prepares children and young people for this.
Schloss-Schule Kirchberg: At the Schloss-Schule, we deliberately seek to be close to real life and to possible further stages in our pupils' lives. This is why we maintain co-operations with numerous universities, commercial enterprises and non-profit organisations and institutions. This is why we also very consciously enable and encourage our pupils to take part in extracurricular activities, commitments and work placements!
15 Internationality
General recommendation: An international environment and special educational programmes can promote the broadening of horizons and intercultural skills.
Schloss-Schule Kirchberg: Thanks to our special ‘mix’ of international and local pupils, our boarding school offers a particularly cosmopolitan environment that optimally contributes to the personal development of true global citizens.
The ‘right’ boarding school can set a decisive course for your child's future.
Dear parents!
We are firmly convinced that our boarding school can play an important role in setting the course for many children and young people - and certainly for your child too. Request further information material now to find out more about us. Or contact us and arrange a personal appointment with us - together with your child!
Your Schloss-Schule Kirchberg team
