AvH is a trilingual (German, English, French) independent private school. It was founded in 1980 with the goal of providing students a multilingual environment while satisfying both German as well as Quebec education requirements. With approximately 315 students from preschool to Grade 12, the friendly atmosphere provides perfect conditions to foster the personal and individual development of all its students. AvH belongs to a worldwide network of over 130 German schools abroad, supported to a large part by the Government of the Federal Republic of Germany which provides financial and personnel resources. AvH offers the following diplomas:- German International baccalaureat ("DIAP") at the end of Grade 12- High school leaving certificate at the end of Grade 11- "Realschule" certificate at the end of Grade 10 (only applicable in Germany)These diplomas conform to those issued by both German and Quebec schools.Students attend mandatory courses in natural sciences, social sciences and arts, resulting in a balanced and integral general education.