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Pastoral care

Far from home, but never on their own.

Most of our students live and learn with us, many of them far from their families. Here, pastoral care is not a department you visit, it is part of every day. Each child has trusted adults who know them well and notice when something is not right.

Learn. Grow. Become.

Our approach

At Einstein International School, we look after the whole young person, not only their results. We believe a student can only do their best work when they feel settled, supported, and at home.

Our school is small by choice. Teachers and boarding staff know every student by name, and that closeness is the heart of how we care for them.

For students who join us from abroad, the first months can bring a new country, a new language, and life away from family all at once. Helping each child feel happy, healthy, and confident is just as important to us as their academic progress in class.

This is what we mean by pastoral care: the everyday work of helping each student belong, and grow into the person our CREDO values describe.

A circle of support

No student depends on a single person. Support is built in layers:

One student at the centre — and a whole school around them.

The ways we support every student

From the first welcome to the everyday moments, our care follows each student through school life and boarding life alike.

01

A personal tutor for every student

Each student has one trusted adult who follows their progress, meets with them regularly, and is the first person they and their parents can turn to. The tutor knows the whole child, not only their grades.

02

A boarding house that feels like home

Our boarding house is small and family-like. Boarding staff live alongside students, share meals, and are there in the evenings and at weekends. A calm daily routine gives structure, and there is always a familiar adult close by.

03

Emotional wellbeing and counselling

Growing up, living abroad, and learning in a new language can be hard. Students can talk things through in private and without judgement about friendships, stress, missing home, or the normal worries of teenage life.

04

Safeguarding and child protection

The safety of every child comes first. We have a trained Designated Safeguarding Lead, clear procedures, and staff who know how to listen and act. Parents can always reach us, and concerns are taken seriously.

05

Settling in and belonging

Arriving in a new country is a big step. New students are welcomed by a buddy, shown how things work, and supported as they make friends. With students from many nations, no one stays a stranger for long.

06

Health and everyday care

We look after students’ physical health too: from everyday illnesses to medical appointments when they are needed. Staff make sure students eat well, rest enough, and stay active.

07

Staying close to families

Distance does not mean silence. We keep parents informed with regular pastoral reports and are easy to reach by phone or email, in both English and German.

08

Character that grows day by day

Living and learning together teaches lessons no classroom can. Through shared routines, responsibility, and community life, students build the confidence and independence to thrive at university and beyond.

Care and character together

Pastoral care is where our values come to life. Day by day, in lessons and in the boarding house, our students grow into the qualities at the heart of EIS – our CREDO:
Courage   ·   Responsibility   ·   Excellence   ·   Discipline   ·   Open-mindedness