Berlin offers more bilingual routes into the IB Diploma than the other cities on this site, from Mitte to Dahlem and Kleinmachnow. Lanterna's one-to-one online lessons fit around any of them, after school and at weekends on Central European Time, from €63 an hour. Tell us which subjects your child takes in English, from English A: Language and Literature to IB History or the TOK essay, and we suggest an IB teacher, a specialist with examiner experience or a 40+ point graduate for each.
If your child studies some subjects in German and others in English, say which: we suggest tutors for the subjects taught and examined in English, and tell you plainly if a subject falls outside what we cover.
IB Maths AA Tutor10+ years' teaching
I currently serve as an IBDP Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches HL Examiner for both Explorations (IAs) and Paper 1, as well as an A Level Examiner for Pure Mathematics 3 and Mechanics. I hold Master’s degrees in Mathematics and Education, and my teaching experience has shown me that every student can thrive when they are guided with patience, structure, and encouragement.
IB Spanish B TutorNearly 20 years' teaching
I have UK Qualified Teacher Status, and I have nearly twenty years' experience teaching in secondary schools, both in the UK and internationally. I have extensive experience teaching IB programmes, and I have been an examiner for Spanish B for seven years.
IB Chemistry Tutor18 years' teaching
My name is Jasminka, and I am a passionate Chemistry teacher with 18 years of experience in International education. I have been teaching both IB and IGCSE levels of Chemistry at an International High School, and I also work as an IB Examiner for Chemistry. My lessons are dynamic and discussion-based, as I love to engage students in thinking critically and discovering concepts on their own through guided questions and real-life examples. I believe that connecting chemistry to everyday situations helps students understand the subject more deeply and appreciate its relevance in the world around them. My goal is always to inspire curiosity, independent thinking, and a genuine love for learning chemistry.
IB Biology TutorFormer DP coordinator18 years' IB teaching
I’m Federica, an IB Biology teacher at King’s College School, Madrid. I’ve taught IB Biology for 18 years and spent five years as the school’s IB Coordinator, so I know the programme inside out. As a tutor, I focus on making Biology clear, structured, and enjoyable, adapting lessons to each student’s needs. In my free time, you’ll usually find me out walking or reading a good book.
IB Biology & Chemistry Tutor18 years' tutoring
I am an experienced IB Biology and Chemistry teacher and examiner, dedicated to helping students excel in the IB Diploma Program. I hold a Master’s degree in Biochemistry from the American University of Beirut (AUB), where I developed a strong foundation in scientific research and critical inquiry. As an IB-certified educator, I have completed official IB workshops for Biology and Chemistry, which have enhanced my understanding of the IB curriculum, assessment criteria, and effective inquiry-based teaching strategies. My dual experience as both teacher and examiner allow me to guide students and help them understand exactly what examiners look for in Internal Assessments (IA), Extended Essays (EE), and final exams. My tutoring style is student-centered, structured, and engaging. I emphasize conceptual clarity, practical application, and exam readiness through visual explanations, real-life examples, and guided past paper practice. Outside the classroom, I am passionate about swimming and basketball, which reflect my belief in balance, perseverance, and continuous growth—values I also bring to my teaching approach.
IB French B Tutor14 years' IB teaching
I am also an examiner for the Ab Initio oral and Reading Comprehension exams, for the last 9 years. I have a profound love for the language which I am trying to pass to my students.
IB Maths AA TutorHead of Mathematics8+ years' teaching
I’m Daniel, a Mathematics teacher and IB educator with over eight years of experience helping students build confidence and succeed in mathematics. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Education (Science) from the University of Nairobi and currently serve as the Head of Mathematics and Mathematics Teacher for the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) at Aga Khan Academy Mombasa. Previously, I taught Mathematics and Physics in international schools including Oshwal Academy Nairobi and Premier Academy, preparing students for IGCSE, A-Level, and IB assessments. Throughout my career, I have supported students across KS3–KS5 and IB programmes, guiding them through exam preparation, internal assessments, and conceptual understanding in mathematics. My tutoring approach focuses on breaking down complex mathematical ideas into clear, manageable steps while strengthening problem-solving and analytical thinking. I emphasize conceptual understanding, exam strategies, and inquiry-based learning so students not only improve their grades but also develop confidence in mathematics. Outside the classroom, I enjoy exploring innovative teaching strategies, integrating technology into learning, and mentoring students to reach their full academic potential.
IB Physics Tutor44/45 IB graduateTU Delft
My name is Celina, I graduated the IB with 44 points in 2021, and I am now working on my master's degree in aerospace engineering at TU Delft. I received 7s in HL Physics, Math AA, and Music, and I have tutored students with Lanterna for around 2 years now. I am also a teaching assistant for several courses at my university. I guide students in the same way I learn difficult subjects myself: ensuring a solid foundation with basic concepts, and slowly building upon it to avoid attempting to understanding too many ideas at once. I am a firm believer that everything can be explained in terms that are easy to understand if simplified correctly. I developed this simplification skill to be able to understand complex topics during the 3 years it took to obtain my bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy Track & Field, beach volleyball, martial arts, hiking, skiing, and sailing. I am also classically trained in singing, piano, and violin – hence why I enjoy teaching IB Music – and I try to practice my instruments whenever I get the chance.
IB Physics Tutor42/45 IB graduateUCL
I'm Laura, and I study Physics at University College London. I got a 42 overall in IB, with a 7 in Physics HL, and I have been tutoring since 2022. I also did my EE in Physics, for which I got an A and also won first prize in The Norwegian Young Researchers Contest. As a tutor, I bring enthusiasm to our sessions, and focus on identifying gaps in knowledge, addressing common mistakes, and building confidence through practicing with questions. Outside of Physics I enjoy reading, and this year I am also learning to kickbox!
IB Spanish B Tutor20+ years' teaching
I’m Elisabet, a native Spanish teacher with over 20 years of experience. I’ve taught in the UK following the national curriculum, including A-Level Oxbridge entry preparation, and worked as an AQA GCSE Assistant Examiner. In Spain, I’ve served as a Language Acquisition Teacher and Language Support Department Coordinator in IB international schools. I hold degrees in Journalism and Political Science, am PGCE qualified and IB trained, and have completed a Master’s degree with ongoing doctoral research. Having taught students across all ages and abilities, I focus on tailoring each learning journey to my students’ needs. My lessons combine clear explanations, practical strategies, and authentic communication practice to build confidence, fluency, and cultural understanding. I believe learning a language should be both effective and enjoyable; a skill for life, not just for exams. Outside of teaching, I love reading, yoga, gardening, swimming, and learning new languages. Let's master this key global language and discover the richness Spanish culture!
Each of Berlin's bilingual schools combines German, English and the Diploma in its own way. BBIS in Kleinmachnow offers a bilingual Diploma; at Berlin Metropolitan School in Mitte, 59% of students take a bilingual IBDP; Berlin Cosmopolitan School, also in Mitte, pairs a bilingual Abitur with the IBDP; and SIS in Spandau awards the IB Diploma at the end of year 12 and the Abitur, Germany's school-leaving qualification, a year later.
For tutoring, the language a subject is examined in matters as much as the subject. A student taking German A with English A: Literature, or a bilingual Diploma with history examined in English, needs a tutor who knows how the IB marks that subject in English. Our guide to the bilingual Diploma's requirements explains how the award is earned.
Berlin also has a state route: the Nelson-Mandela-Schule in Wilmersdorf, a tuition-free school with an IB stream since 2005. All eight Berlin schools listed below were on the KMK's Annex 1 as of 30 October 2026, so Maths SL there still gives general access to German universities (our Maths AA page explains); check your own school on the KMK's recognition page.
Berlin's 8 Diploma schools sit in two main clusters. Mitte has Berlin Metropolitan School and Berlin Cosmopolitan School; the leafy south-west has Berlin International School in Dahlem, Berlin British School in Westend and BBIS just over the city line in Kleinmachnow, which also takes boarders.
Further out, SIS teaches in Spandau and the Leonardo da Vinci Campus, a boarding school about 40 km west in Nauen, offers the Abitur and the IB. Students reach the Diploma from the MYP, from IGCSE or from the German system, so the first term of DP1 can feel very different from one school to the next; our MYP to DP transition guide covers the common jump.
Berlin-area schools whose students have worked with our tutors
An IB Diploma earned at an international school in Berlin still counts as a foreign entrance qualification at the city's three large universities, so even German students apply through uni-assist. Freie Universität asks for a uni-assist preliminary review documentation (VPD) unless the student already holds a recognition letter.
TU Berlin wants a VPD "regardless of your nationality", with transcripts from the last two school years. Humboldt-Universität tells German citizens with a foreign qualification to apply only online through uni-assist's My assist portal, after registering with hochschulstart for courses in the joint admissions procedure.
In practice that is an extra step Abitur students skip, and it falls after results in July, so set up the uni-assist account before the DP2 exams.
Berlin's Easter break (22 March to 2 April 2027) is the last long revision block before the May session, which runs from late April to mid-May.
Berlin also has 7 May and 18 to 19 May off; IB exams still go ahead on those days.
“Mr Hearsum is direct and knowledgeable. He has a very practical and problem-solving approach to any kind of question or doubt. He is able to answer these queries with precision and reason. His capacity to make one understand conceptual notions as well as exam taking skills is extremely helpful.”
“She helped me understand chemistry through the lens that the IB bases its exams on and gave me a more coherent picture of several topics in the subject.”
“She was very thorough and had good practice questions for Unit 3. She also went at my pace which I really appreciated.”
Each review is from an IB student or parent we have taught. You can read many more in our student and parent reviews.
Berlin's schools split the Diploma between German and English in different ways, so the first step is to tell us which subjects your child takes in which language. We then suggest a tutor who teaches those subjects in English and knows how the IB marks them, and in the free consultation we agree which subjects need the most support.
Our tutors teach the IB side: the six Diploma subjects, the internal assessments, the Extended Essay and TOK. That covers much of the workload for students at Berlin Cosmopolitan School or SIS, where the two qualifications run together or one after the other. For Abitur-only components, your child's school remains the right guide, and we say so in the consultation rather than stretch a tutor beyond the IB.
Yes. The next November session runs from 22 October to 12 November 2027, and a tutor can plan revision for the papers being resat around school and holidays. Our guide to revising for November exams and resits is a useful start.
May results come out in early July; in 2026 students could see theirs from 14:00 CEST on 6 July, and the 2027 date has not been announced yet. Berlin's summer holidays start on 1 July 2027, so your family may be away; results are released online, so you can see them from anywhere. November results arrive in mid-December. If a grade falls short, a tutor can help decide whether a November retake is worth it, and our results day guide covers the next steps.
It helps where it counts. Berlin's universities admit to restricted courses by the German grade converted from your IB total, so each extra point in a subject moves the grade a student applies with. We can't promise a place, but a tutor in the subjects with the most room to rise is the most direct lever, and in the consultation we look at the current predictions together. The recognition rules are on our Germany overview.
Prefer a different time? Every open time is listed below, week by week.
None of these work? Email us the times that suit you and we'll find one.
Our team replies within one working day, on Central European Time.
Your discount code is on its way. If it hasn’t arrived in a few minutes, look in your spam folder or write to info@lanterna.com.
