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Our New Campus in
Cologne-Müngersdorf

Our New Campus in Cologne-Müngersdorf
We moved into a future-ready learning environment in Müngersdorf — a campus designed around student wellbeing, modern learning, and community values.

Purpose & Vision

At CIS, our campus feels alive – the kind of place where you can hear ideas bouncing between classrooms and see friendships forming under the trees. This isn’t just architecture; it’s where education takes shape in sunlight-filled studios, cozy reading nooks that invite you to stay awhile, and open spaces that seem to say “gather here.” We built this place thinking about how learning really happens – through chance encounters, messy experiments, and those moments when a lesson suddenly clicks. The science labs smell like possibility, the courtyard echoes with lunchtime laughter, and every wall seems to whisper “what if?” This is where students don’t just prepare for the future, but start living it today, surrounded by teachers who know their names and spaces that fit them just right.

Designed for Learning & Growth

This campus was designed by the very people who bring education to life. Parents, teachers, students, and staff all played a role in shaping the spaces we use every day.

Their input ensured that every room, hallway, and open space supports learning, creativity, and well-being. Light-filled classrooms, collaborative spaces, and quiet areas for reflection were all thoughtfully planned.

It’s a place where the environment actively supports the work of teaching and learning—helping students feel connected, focused, and ready to grow.

Learning Spaces

Spacious learning environments with natural light

Classrooms and shared areas are thoughtfully designed to feel open, calm, and welcoming, with large windows that bring in daylight and a sense of connection to the outdoors.

Full gymnasium and outdoor play areas

Students stay active with PE classes, team games, and after-school sports in a full indoor gym and spacious outdoor play areas.

Dedicated spaces for Early Years, Primary, and Secondary

Each school division has its own tailored environment, giving students room to grow, explore, and learn in ways that fit their age and stage.

Science labs, art rooms, and maker spaces

Specialist rooms support hands-on learning in STEM and the arts — encouraging curiosity, creativity, and real-world problem solving.

Enviromentally Friendly Campus

With its Sustainable and Energy-Efficient Design, the campus incorporates eco-friendly technologies, including a photovoltaic system that covers 80% of the school’s energy needs, reducing CO₂ emissions by 30 tons annually.

On-Campus Boarding House

Students live on campus in a comfortable, well-supported environment. The Boarding House accommodates up to 20 international students (aged 15+) with shared rooms, common areas, and dedicated staff supporting daily routines. What makes this offering truly exceptional: CIS is the only school in Cologne that provides on‑campus boarding, creating a close-knit international community right here in the city.

Our Campus on The News

Easy to Reach.
Easy to Belong.

The campus is located at the end of Rudi-Conin-Straße in Cologne Butzweilerhof, which is a convenient location for families across the region.

  • Just 20 minutes by public transportation from Cologne Central Station (Tram line 5, stop: IKEA am Butzweilerhof)
  • Only 3 minutes from highway A57 for easy access by car
  • Daily school shuttle available between the old campus in Widdersdorf and the new site, providing a safe, reliable connection for students and families

Everything about the location makes it easy for students to arrive ready to learn and parents to stay connected to school life.

Virtual Experience

Take a guided walkthrough of our campus from the comfort of your home. This is a great first step to get a sense of our facilities and learning spaces.

Book a Tour Today!

Visit us in person and experience the atmosphere first-hand. Walk through the classrooms, speak with staff, and see how our school supports students every day.
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Amazon Jungle

Throughout February, 2024, 25 of our CIS students embarked on a long journey to the Amazon Jungle in Iquitos, Peru. Students worked hard the previous months to raise funds to be able to create their community service project with the local communities of El Chino in the Tahuayo Region of the Amazon basin. Once there, our 25 students, along with our three teachers and the guides at the lodge they stayed in, participated in a whole day community service project where students built two complete Primary School classrooms. Our students built 20 desks and 20 chairs from scratch with the help of the local community and finished the day by putting the new furniture inside the classrooms. Thanks to this initiative, the students were able to fill up two classrooms that are now providing full day education to the children of the community. At CIS, one of our pillars of excellent education is understanding the privilege that comes with being an IB student and an international school student, and the importance of being global citizens. With this, comes the responsibility of being stewards of the communities that inhabit this world and the importance of giving back and being change makers!
Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
08:15 - 09:45Targeted LearningSpanish / French / EALMathThe ArtsHumanities
09:45 - 10:15Snack & Break
10:15 - 11:15HumanitiesThe ArtsEnglishEnglishPersonal Growth
11:15 - 12:15MathEnglishScienceScienceGerman / GAL
12:15 - 13:15Science
13:15 - 13:45Lunch & Break
13:45 - 14:15Spanish / French / EALHomeroomGerman / GALSportMath
14:15 - 15:15German / GALClubsClubsClubsClubs
15:15 - 16:45ClubsCubsClubsClubsClubs
Grade 3/4 Timetable Example
Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
07:00 - 08:00 Early Supervision Early Supervision Early Supervision Early Supervision Early Supervision
08:00 - 09:30 Unit of Inquiry Unit of Inquiry Unit of Inquiry Unit of Inquiry Unit of Inquiry
09:30 - 10:00 Snack & Recess Snack & Recess Snack & Recess Snack & Recess Snack & Recess
10:00 - 10:30 Instrumental Kung Fu Instrumental Tai Chi Instrumental
10:30 - 12:00 Unit Unit Unit Unit Tai Chi + Unit
12:00 - 13:30 Lunch & Recess Lunch & Recess Lunch & Recess Lunch & Recess Lunch & Recess
13:30 - 14:30 Unit
Math, German, English, Social Studies
Swimming Library Music Unit
14:30 - 15:30 Spanish Clubs Art Unit Clubs
15:30 - 16:30 Spanish Spanish Spanish
16:30 - 18:00 Late Clubs Late Clubs Late Clubs Late Clubs
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