"I like working at ISR because of my wonderful, warm and caring students who make me laugh at least once a day. I enjoy teaching in an international environment where I have the chance to learn more about various cultures. The people at ISR have become a second family to me." Ms. Rüggeberg, German Language Teacher

"I have seen a dramatic change in Christiane since she started at ISR in December 2008. She likes going to school now and is responding well to the support and guidance given to her by her teachers. She is more self-assured and happy." The Wiercimok Family, USA/Germany

"Dennis' stay at ISR was an outstanding experience. Academically, he was both challenged and motivated. On a personal level, he made lasting friendships and had a priceless international experience. Thanks to the great ISR staff!" The Martinez Moro Family, Spain

"Teaching is fun, and it serves a good purpose. The students at ISR have a lot of potential, and these are the best colleagues I have ever had." Dr. Freitag, Head of German

"After immigrating to Germany, Brian felt displaced and discouraged. Now at ISR, he feels not only welcomed and encouraged but also cared for and supported by his teachers and fellow pupils. That, to us, is worth the investment." The Kipkurui-Eckers Family, Kenya/Germany

"I like teaching at ISR because the students are happy to be here and enjoy ISR's academic challenge. I also enjoy the diversity and family-like atmosphere in the school. I'm fortunate to be at ISR so that I can continue developing a truly international perspective after having taught in various schools in France and Germany." Ms. Cattan, French Language Teacher

"'In order to succeed, we must first believe that we can.' ISR provides an environment of positive reinforcement and quality teaching. Our children have achieved a great deal over the past year since we joined ISR and most importantly, they enjoy going there every day." The Kollmar Family, Canada/Germany

"I enjoy working at ISR primarily because of the energy the students give me, their wit, intellect and sometimes, their cunning. I also appreciate the architecture of the school and its surrounding natural environment – it is a pleasure to arrive each morning. As a teacher at ISR, I am able to participate in a multitude of activities and even set up some of my own. At ISR you can really benefit from the effort that you put in to your daily work and you are able to see the difference your teaching makes in the children’s education. The opportunities are endless." Mr. Bates, Geography & Business Studies Teacher

"We are 100 % happy with ISR. The environment at ISR is a beautiful harmonization of caring teachers and administration, academics and social interaction All three of my children feel at home at ISR, and we benefit from ISR's extended day with wonderful supervisors. Great for a working mother!" The Lisboa-Berens Family, Brazil

"Your school system and the caring attitude of the whole ISR team helped my daughter to strengthen her social and relationship behavior in an enormous way. There is no other school that can give her such strong support like you do. We really appreciate what you do for us." The Bräutigam Family, Germany

"We chose ISR because we are very impressed by its methods used to motivate children to work and learn, as well as ISR's projects which encourage kids to take responsibility, its multicultural environment, and the possibility of obtaining international diplomas. But above all, seeing our boys enjoy the school is the best proof." The Rolsing Family, Russia

"Before I started working in SABIS® schools, I taught teenagers and young adults who had left school without any leaving certificate, having few chances to find a job. This was frustrating for me, and I kept on thinking, ‘If I could have only reached them sooner before they developed their low self-esteem…’ When I joined SABIS® in 2001, I learned the network-wide philosophy, ‘No student fails in peace.’ I promised myself, if we educators can achieve this, then I’ll stay. I am still here." Ms. Hietel, Primary School German Coordinator

"There is a quote: 'It takes a village to raise a child.' Our family has been fortunate to have stumbled into yet another “village” of excellent people to help guide our children in their little lives. We feel fortunate to have found ISR and the really neat teachers and staff who are there to teach our kids and help our family as we settle into yet another new city in our expat adventures. Everyone is friendly and helpful – teachers, administrators, cafeteria and custodial staff, security, literally everyone – and we have really enjoyed getting to know a few of the very diverse families at the school. Most importantly, our kids have adjusted well, are happy, and look forward to “working so hard,” as they tell me, every day. Thank you, ISR." The Hallman-Klumpen Family, USA/Germany

"Our 3 oldest children adapted to ISR as if they had been there for years. It was the best decision, and we will never regret it. We appreciate the values being taught to our children, and Liam can hardly wait to join his sister and brothers when he starts Grade 1 in August." The Naumann Family, Mexico/USA

"I like ISR because of wonderful colleagues and talented students." Dr. Swartz, Head of Music

"Our daughter joined ISR last year and both her brothers followed. They are very motivated and have fun learning at an active school with a nice atmosphere, rules and joy." The Lalee Family, Germany/Iran

"We truly enjoy our family life at ISR, where there are different cultures and new experiences. We also like that learning English and German are just as important to ISR as they are to us."  The Jo Family, Korea

"As a teacher and a parent, the most valuable thing for me is that my kids are learning many languages in a safe and international environment." Dicle Bilgin, Turkey/Canada

"I am happy to do the drive from Leverkusen because my children are always telling me how happy they are at ISR."  Carsten Ramelow, Germany

"We appreciate our son’s regular assessments and the SABIS® WebParent. Despite a rigorous structure, ISR has a warm, friendly atmosphere; therefore, we decided ISR is also the right choice for our daughter." The Sander Family, Poland

"We like ISR’s location. The teacher-student relationship is friendly and cordial. Our boys appreciate the SABIS® school routine, regular assessments, Student Life Organization and student management. They also value the guidance that allows them to learn without pressure." The Sawant Family, India

"We like the fact that both English and German are taught at ISR, allowing our children not only to become bilingual in a global language but also in the local language. And, the information, given to us by the Admissions’ staff as we were selecting a school, was so helpful that our expectations have been fully met." The Lopez Family, Spain

"We find ISR to be very unique in its approach to both academics and socialization. The Kindergarten has a very warm and caring atmosphere. For these reasons, we have already enrolled our 2nd child to start in August 2009." The Nielsch-Durso Family, Germany / Italy

Every year, SABIS® issues a satisfaction survey to parents who, in turn, respond anonymously. This is a compilation of comments written by ISR parents in the 2009 survey:

"We like the positive learning environment, our child likes to go to school."

"We value ISR's approach to discipline and social interaction."

"I appreciate the possibility that my child learns more than she thinks is possible. All she knows is that she enjoys school; therefore, she isn't aware of the high academic level that surrounds her."

"There are high standards in academic achievements as well as in social behaviour and discipline."

"We value bilingualism; this was our main argument to send our children to ISR."

"We value reliable material and the supervisors, no cancellation of classes, teachers' positive attitude towards children, motivation given by teachers, and regular communication from the school."

"We value the internationality, international degrees, sports programs, equipment, and WebParent."

"The good education of the children rank first and not the individual image neurosis certain teachers as it can be in public schools. ISR's teachers listen to feedback and try to get to know the child better during parent-teacher conference so that they can support them better during the rest of the year."

"We value encouragement of student's motivation, the activities offered, and broadening the students' minds."

"We value good mentoring in class."

"We value the sructured working atmosphere, motivated teachers, and tests on a regular basis."

"We value the fact that ISR educates its students also about virtues like helpfulness, responsibility, thoughtfulness etc. Children are taken care of and are not left alone and treated in a lovingly. Ms. Cook and Ms. Vrem are immortal for our daughter!"

"We value the motivation of teachers, individual support of children, and the increasing internationality in school."

"We appreciate the ideal learning atmosphere (with clear structure), security, and the quality of teachers."

"We appreciate the English language, individual responsibility taught to children, Learning by repeating and interesting activities."

"ISR has a very good and high standard. I appreciate the motivation of teachers and help of admin staff and watching the capabilities of my child grow! We are very happy! Thank you so much!"

"We appreciate discipline, mutual respect, academics and the English language."

"We value that discipline, order, and punctuality are also taught."

"The academic structure and building block principle, involving children in their learning, the academic standards and possibility to get the IB diploma at ISR are what we appreciate."

"Our children like going to school."

"We value the educational profile, competence and the vision of SABIS!"

"If we are talking about education for a changing world, ISR is doing an excellent job."

"Teachers are very friendly and are approachable when you have a query or concern."

"I like the firm program and curriculum and also the amount of teaching material and the regular CAT's and Finals."

"Although Christiane is relatively new to ISR, during this period, any questions we have had with regard to Christiane`s school work have been answering quickly by Ms. Kalasin and the teachers involved and we also feel well informed of her progress by use of WebParent. Christiane has also profited from the positive atmosphere of communication and has established a good rapport with her teachers as well as the other students. The expectations of her are high but conveyed to her in a way that she has responded positively to. She is happy and thriving."

"We value the regulated school times, the good community and the safe location (no 'strangers'). The teachers are nice and dedicated."

"At ISR the atmosphere is friendly and dynamic amongst the students, teachers and other staff. This also results in their work. Our children are motivated, happy and full of energy!"

"We appreciate the education in soft skills."

"We value that ISR is a full-time school and its flexibility. Our daughter talks about how nice the teachers are."

"We like the fact that ISR has a security guard and employs a nurse. The school is clean, and we appreciate the regular exams."

"We value the discipline taught, the school spirit and that there is security. The children are motivated, and the school is clean."

"The children are taught open-mindedness towards global tolerance, and the international diversity is highly appreciated. The management of the primary school and various teachers do a terrific job."

"We appreciate that ISR is a full-time school and that there is a clear concept."

"We value the discipline."

"We like the fact that the children are being prepared for globality and internationality. This is a good base for a possible further international education."

"I value most the information about the progress of my child."

"I like SLO and their activities but also the regular examinations."

"We value most how significant discipline is. I like the Finals!"

"We like the academic education, the team and school spirit."

"The teachers at ISR are nice, the school is clean, the classes are individualized, and we value the regular tests. There is a possibility of doing sports every day."

"We value that school security is taking attendance. Also, there are good results with native speakers, the atmosphere is pleasant and the school is clean."

"Although there is a lot to learn, children enjoy school. There is a willingness of the teachers to talk to parents, and they are a good team. The atmosphere amongst the students and the teaching material is good."

"We value the academic standards and moral education."

"We appreciate the discipline and dedication of the teachers and other staff."

"I value the excellent communication which we not only encountered from our first contact inquiry with the school but also in all subsequent dealings with staff and teachers. During our introduction to the school, we were helped through the entrance procedures both by Ms. Frehse and Ms. Mesch. These personable, professional individuals provided us with all the information we needed and presented the school to us in such a way that we were completely reassured that we were making the right decision for our daughter."

"We like that English is the language of instruction and that Spanish can be chosen as a foreign language."

"We have been here only a short while and so far I value the teachers of my two children for their respective grades."

"The children are supported and have fun. Can likes going to KG and is eager to learn."

"We appreciate that discipline is taken care of and that there is a good relationship among the children (appreciation and building of teams). We also like the fact to get individual information about the learning progress of our child and respective steps to support individually!"

"We appreciate not only that there is no cancellation of classes but also the preparation for Periodics and Finals. We like the learning standard and the offer of recreational activities."

"We appreciate the possibility to have frank and direct discussions with the teachers."

"We value the ability to teach children to have fun, joy, ambition and discipline. My daughter is highly motivated and likes going to school. Even after school she likes being around with other children on the playground/in the cafeteria. The children learn to be independent, hardworking and neat."

"ISR is still better than what else is on offer in Düsseldorf."

"At ISR the class sizes are small according to the number of teachers. Students are taken care of very individually and specific remedial teaching for certain students could be even better."

"We like the internationality, discipline, clear structures and rules."

"Teachers and students work together constructively in a disciplined network. The motivation of students is very high in academic areas as well as in activities (sports, music, etc.)."

"We appreciate the discipline, the order, the SABIS-philosophy and the aims of school."

"We like the international environment."

"We like the academic standard and the homogenous learning environment of the school."

"We appreciate the curriculum/standards in this school."

"We like the building and the equipment."

"We appreciate the intimate learning environment and integration of social values and responsibilities into the academic curriculum. The motivation and interest, in particular of individual teachers and staff have impressed us."

"We value the multilingual and multi-cultural education."

"We appreciate the discipline. Mrs. Meyers is available if there are questions."

"We value the intensive care of students and parents, especially the intensive evaluation of student's abilities and patience of teacher and staff."

"At ISR there is no cancellation of classes and they have a conceptual teaching plan. Also, students have the possibility to make up subjects."

"We appreciate the cleanliness, discipline and the teaching plan."

"We value the teachers and how they treat my 3 children. Everything is very positive. Especially Mr. Santos (Supervisor). Children are treated with respect. In Admin I made the best experience (Krista Terhune, Stephanie Mesch and Stefanie Frehse) when enrolling!"

"There is no cancellation of classes, and there are clear principles."

"We like the positive atmosphere, that ethical values are taught, the security, nice events, feeling of belonging, good organization and the cleanliness."

"We appreciate ISR’s philosophy and the academic requirement."

"We appreciate that our child has the possibility to learn the English language."

"The teachers are friendly and are involved in the students’ education. We like the academic program of the school and that the school building is well maintained."

"We value that no lessons are cancelled, the school is a safe place. We value teachers and other staff members."

"The communication between teachers and parents is good and there is a high standard in the academic area."

"At ISR the education has a high quality, and the atmosphere is nice and friendly. The social standard is high and there is a good conversational standard between teachers and students."

"We value that at ISR there is security. The academic standard is high and teachers are motivated (not comparable to school system in NRW!!). There is a better teaching schedule and more reasonable knowledge transfer by constant revisions and tests."

"ISR was recommended to us by the center for highly skilled people in Düsseldorf. We are convincingly advertising ISR within our circle of friends as well as other people when the conversation comes to school systems and education. Our family believes in the SABIS concept and the positive influence in social as well as in academic aspects."