Secondary School
Three Pathways – One School
At Grade 7, students at RIS Swiss Section – Deutschsprachige Schule Bangkok enter Secondary School. From here, they can follow one of three internationally recognized pathways: Gymnasium, Realschule, or Hauptschule. Each pathway is tailored to a child’s strengths, learning style, and long-term goals, while remaining flexible — students can switch tracks if their ambitions change.
At RIS Swiss Section, students choose from three secondary school pathways, each leading to respected qualifications and future opportunities.
Gymnasium
(Grades 7–12)
- Ends with: Swiss Bilingual Matura (Grade 12)
- Equivalent to: University entrance qualification
- What this means for your child:
- Direct access to universities in Switzerland, Germany, Austria and worldwide
- No additional entrance exams required for most universities
- Strong bilingual education in German and English
- Language Diplomas earned along the way:
- German → Grade 8: DSD I (A2/B1), Grade 11: DSD II (B2/C1)
- English → Grade 11: C1 or higher
- Spanish → Grade 12: B1 or higher
- French (voluntary) → Grade 12: C1 or higher
German Realschule (Grades 7–10)
- Ends with: Mittlerer Schulabschluss (Grade 10)
- Equivalent to: IGCSE-level qualification
- What this means for your child:
- Recognized for further academic studies or vocational training
- Option to transfer into Gymnasium after Grade 10
- Balanced focus on academics and practical application
- Language Diplomas earned along the way:
- German → Grade 8: DSD I (A2/B1), Grade 11: DSD II (B2/C1)
- English → Grade 11: C1 or higher
- Spanish → Grade 12: B1 or higher
- French (voluntary) → Grade 12: C1 or higher
German Hauptschule (Grades 7–9)
- Ends with: Realschulabschluss (Grade 9)
- Equivalent to: German school-leaving certificate
- What this means for your child:
- Provides a strong academic foundation with practical skills
- Leads to vocational training or further secondary education
- Ideal for students with a hands-on learning approach
- Language Diplomas earned along the way:
- German → Grade 8: DSD I (A2/B1), Grade 11: DSD II (B2/C1)
- English → Grade 11: C1 or higher
- Spanish → Grade 12: B1 or higher
- French (voluntary) → Grade 12: C1 or higher
Why Parents Value This System
- Flexibility: Children can move between pathways as they grow and develop
- International Recognition: Qualifications align with the Swiss and German systems
- Long-Term Stability: From Grade 7 to university entrance — all under one roof
Next Steps for Parents
Every child is different, and our role is to guide them to the pathway that best matches their strengths and future ambitions.
Contact our admissions team to learn more about which pathway may be right for your child and how the Swiss-German system can support their future success.
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Explore Our Top-Tier German-Speaking Curriculum
RIS Swiss Section provides an unparalleled educational journey blending Swiss and German curricula, fostering multilingualism, and nurturing a vibrant school community anchored in “EXCELLENCE IN GERMAN-SPEAKING EDUCATION,” while embracing and promoting Swiss and German values.
So that students and graduates are academically empowered, culturally enriched by being instilled with Swiss, German and Austrian value systems such as precision, innovation, inclusivity, and respect for cultural diversity, and globally prepared to lead with integrity and innovation as responsible global citizens in an interconnected world.
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Academic Excellence
We offer a high-quality education that respects the cultural traditions of Switzerland, Germany, and Austria.
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Multilingual Skills
Our students gain fluency of German and English, and acquire excellent command in other languages like Thai, French or Spanish.
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Supportive Environment
We create a welcoming and inclusive school community where students feel valued and connected.
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Global Citizenship
We prepare students to be responsible global citizens with the skills and knowledge to navigate a changing world.
