East Bay German International School

At the core of our educational work is children’s play, which we conceptualize as a basic form of learning, thus distancing ourselves from concepts that dichotomize play and learning (see Bayerischer Bildungs- und Erziehungsplan für Kinder in Tageseinrichtungen bis zur Einschulung, 7.ed. 2016, p.19). Free (i.e. spontaneous) play as well as guided (i.e., structured) play both form part of our daily schedule, complementing each other in a meaningful way. One fundamental goal of our work is to contribute to the development of each child’s unique personality, which requires that we provide individually tailored support in learning. As we succeed in providing children with just the right degree of support and stimulation within their zone of proximal development, children will express their joy in playing, communicating with others, and learning. At EBGIS | EBIHS, we believe a multilingual, multicultural education opens the door to a brighter future. From preschool through high school, our students learn to think critically, communicate across cultures, and lead with empathy.