About the programs/teachers

All teachers have university degrees and extensive experience in teaching German as a Foreign Language. They are between 25 and 45, some of them have been with schol for many years. The German courses are taught in tandem, with 2 teachers responsible for a class and alternating after every break. Weekly teachers´ meetings make sure that everyone stays well informed about how your classes are going.

Teaching Methodology

Step 1: Placement test

At the beginning you take a placement test, to ensure you are learning with others on the same level. The test is done on your first day at school, at 8 am, so that you don´t miss regular classes starting at 9.00 (10.00 in summer time).

Step 2: Classes begin

You receive all learning materials from the teacher, and will study, depending on the course you chose, 4, 6 or 8 hours daily from Monday to Friday. Included in every course is an animated activity program, a good way to discover Berlin and start to use what you´ve learnt in class.

Step 3: Progress & Feedback

An evaluation test every Friday allows the staff to check on your progress. However, you can get personalized feedback from your teachers at any time. They´ll also be able to advise you if you want to take one of the language exams like ZD or DHS.

Step 4: Certificates

At the end of your course you receive a certificate of completion, which includes duration and kind of course you did plus detailed commentary on your proficiency level. The German school staff are always happy to help you with suggestions of how you can continue to expand your German knowledge.

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