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Germany offers a range of international schools for expat families, with options spanning British, IB, American, and other curricula. Families relocating here will find schools at various price points, from affordable to premium institutions with world-class facilities.
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European School Karlsruhe serves nursery through secondary education, culminating in the European Baccalaureate. Affiliated with EU, it is part of the European School network, featuring a distinctive multilingual curriculum delivered in English, French and German. The school welcomes pupils from over 50 countries, offering tuition in up to 15 languages and a strong emphasis on language development from early years. The curriculum combines modern European approaches and the eight key competences for lifelong learning, with extensive pupil services, individual learning support and active dialogue with families. The campus sits on 10 hectares and includes four linked buildings, two sport halls, outdoor facilities, libraries, science, art and music spaces, a digital work space and a purpose-built hall for events. A signature Challenge Programme develops gifted pupils through projects and ensembles, including symphonic and philharmonic orchestras. The school emphasizes SWALS language options and transfers between European Schools support mobility for families abroad.
Obermenzinger Gymnasium is a private German gymnasium in Munich's Obermenzing district with about 340 pupils and 75 staff. It follows the German curriculum and offers the G9 pathway in two branches: Wirtschafts-Wissenschaftliches Gymnasium (WWG) and Sprachliches Gymnasium (SG). Bilingual teaching has been available since 2013 through German-English B-class tracks. The school uses a Two-Teacher System with Pedagogical Assistants to support small classes. ABIplus enables students to obtain a professional qualification alongside the Abitur. The campus emphasises STEM and cultural education, with an ICT program that includes ICDL certification from grade 6 and robotics/ computer science in the G9 pathway; since 2024/25, AI tools have been integrated for teaching. Living Europe / Erasmus+ exchanges have been active since 1996, with study trips. Facilities include a canteen, sport hall and outdoor courts; MusiKultur, theatre and instrumental ensembles complement arts education. Scuba diving is integrated into the curriculum with trips and PADI training.
International School Westpfalz (ISW) is a private, coeducational English-language day school in Landstuhl, Germany, serving ages 4 to 18. It offers Cambridge Pathways from Primary through A Levels, and is a Cambridge International Examinations center integrated with SBW Haus des Lernens. The curriculum runs from Early Years (4–5) to Cambridge Primary (5–12), Lower Secondary (12–14), IGCSE (14–16) and Cambridge Advanced (AS & A Levels, 16–18). Instruction is in English with daily German classes and strong support for non‑English speakers. The campus is housed in a renovated 1852 nunnery; facilities include a new chemistry laboratory, interactive whiteboards, iPads and laptops, and meals prepared on site. The school emphasizes small classes, differentiated teaching, and a Personal Development Programme for 12–18-year‑olds, with coaching and Learning-to-Learn approaches. The Duke of Edinburgh Award, weekly careers sessions, and early and after-school provision complement academics and student wellbeing. ISW welcomes families and develops confident, internationally minded learners.
Located directly on the University of Bremen campus, the International School of Bremen (ISB) provides an English-medium education for students from ages 3 to 18. The school follows the International Early Years and Primary Curriculums, progressing into the Cambridge IGCSE and culminating with the IB Diploma Programme. ISB is the first international school in Germany to earn the MINT-EC Partner School status, reflecting a heavy emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Students access modern science laboratories, an extensive media center, and the university's sports facilities. The school also offers a dedicated Music Enrichment Programme featuring private tuition in instruments ranging from the violin to the ukulele. A distinctive feature is the school's integrated boarding program for secondary students, which emphasizes practical life skills like personal finance, cooking, and self-reliance, ensuring students gain tangible independence before transitioning to university.
Leonardo da Vinci Munich is a private Italo-German school offering a continuous path from primary through Gymnasium. The curriculum blends Italian educational traditions with the Bavarian system, creating a plurilingual and intercultural learning context. Students progress toward the Bavarian Abitur, with alternative qualifications such as QUALI or EMA after grade 9, or MSA after grade 10; there is also a route to complete the Abitur by entering class 11. The Italo-German bilingual setting emphasizes multilingualism and intercultural competencies within a cosmopolitan school community. Close individual guidance supports each learner as they navigate diverse subjects across grades. The school operates under BiDIBi e.V., a non-profit dedicated to promoting Italian language and culture in Bavaria, and collaborates with universities and cultural organizations to enrich education. From first grade to maturity, LDV München aims to prepare students for the global world while preserving Italian educational values and Bavarian standards. The campus champions language-rich learning and intercultural collaboration.
Bonn International School is an International Baccalaureate World School in Bonn, Germany, serving students ages 3 to 18 with full IB programmes: the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme. The school opened in 1997 and has grown to about 800 students. The campus comprises three linked buildings—Waves for Primary, Agora for Secondary humanities and arts, and Crest for Secondary sciences and languages—on a riverside site of 32,470 square meters. Facilities include a 40,000-volume Media Centre, five science laboratories, Design and Product workshops, a senior lounge, a Learning Support Suite, and a campus-wide IT infrastructure. Over 20% of electricity is generated by solar panels, and the grounds are next to Bonn's largest park with the Rhine nearby. The Co-Curricular Programme features activities in arts, sports, languages and political debating; Model United Nations is a flagship activity. After-school hours extend to 21:00 to support sport and other programmes today.
Create Schools gGmbH operates an international bilingual school in Bavaria, located in Tutzing (Ziegeleistrasse 12, 82327). The school offers a multilingual path from first grade through Cambridge A-Levels, with Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels available on site. Instruction is bilingual in English and German from the outset, and information and communication technology is integrated from Year 1. Classes are small, typically 12–14 students, and the school day runs 10:00–16:00 for Foundation (Grades 1–4) and High School (Grades 5–10). The curriculum blends Cambridge International AS/A Levels with Bavarian curricula, preparing students for IGCSE exams and onward university study. Create Schools is a Cambridge Examination Centre and hosts a Math Academy Library. A Buddy Program pairs older and younger students to support learning. The school emphasizes Learning-by-Doing, empathy, and a willingness to take risks, and operates as a non-profit gGmbH with Dr. Gina Deininger as Director, serving ages 6–18.
Located in Germany, Nymphenburger Gymnasium is an IB World School authorised in 2012 to offer both the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and the German Abitur. The Diploma Programme spans two years and uses six subject groups plus the core—Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS); the Extended Essay (EE); and Theory of Knowledge (TOK). Subjects are chosen from Group 1 German A Literature HL; Group 2 English Language & Literature HL and English B HL; Group 3 History SL and Global Politics SL; Group 4 Biology HL and Physics HL; Group 5 Mathematics Analysis & Approaches SL; Group 6 Film SL. As of 2024 a Course Candidate option lets Abitur students complete at least two DP subjects and, core elements to tailor study—for example Biology HL for Medicine or Film for the Arts. Core remains central to inquiry, research and service. Since 2012, the school has facilitated IB Diploma and Abitur pathways.
European School Munich is part of the European Schools system, supervised by EU governments, with Fasangarten hosting Kindergarten and Primary and Neuperlach housing Secondary. The school delivers the European Schools curriculum, providing multilingual education from nursery to the European Baccalaureate. Pupils study the official languages of all EU member states in language sections, taught by native-speaking teachers, with Language II compulsory from Primary year 1, Language III from Secondary year 1, Language IV from Secondary year 4, and Language V from Secondary year 6. Primary focuses on intercultural learning through the SMiLe team and KiVa anti-bullying. Secondary is organised into Orientation (S1–S3), Middle (S4–S5) and Upper (S6–S7), with emphasis on multilingualism and subject specialisation, culminating in the European Baccalaureate for university entrance. Founded in 1977, the school has grown alongside new facilities and hosts projects such as Eurosport, Model European Council and Culture Days, reflecting its European ethos.
The school is an Ersatzschule in Schleswig-Holstein and an IB World School in Pinneberg, Germany, serving students aged 6 to 18. The main language of instruction is English, with German taught in parallel and a native German track aligned to Schleswig-Holstein's curriculum. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is offered for the grades, and a German language track supports native speakers. The pedagogy follows Progressive Education, implemented through Project-Based Learning and Social-Emotional Learning, with interdisciplinary courses and student agency in creating projects. Primary School integrates English and German literacy, includes play across curricula, and provides native German instruction by native speakers. Middle School emphasizes depth in interdisciplinary learning, linking algebra in Geography and literature in Art. The campus features a barefoot nature path and a 3D printer for prototyping. The afternoon program extends learning with project-based activities. CAS and language development are central to IB DP, preparing students for study worldwide.
ISR International School on the Rhine is a private English-speaking international school for students aged 3 to 18, located in the Düsseldorf–Neuss–Meerbusch region and affiliated with the state of North Rhine-Westphalia. The school offers an international college-preparatory curriculum that combines the IB Diploma Programme and Cambridge IGCSE, with a German Curriculum component. English and German are core languages, and from Grade 6 a third language option (French, Spanish, Japanese or Chinese) is available. In Grades 9–10 students pursue IGCSE courses; Grades 11–12 favor the two-year IB Diploma Programme. To graduate, students earn 26 credits (Grades 9–12) to obtain the ISR High School Diploma, with the Cambridge Pathway guiding upper-school preparation. The Neuss campus comprises about 150,000 square metres, a state-of-the-art building, a three-court sports hall, extensive outdoor facilities, and a High Tech Campus with digital tools, VR, and 3D printers. The school was founded in 2003 and is tuition-funded entirely.
Berlin Cosmopolitan School offers a bilingual English and German education from Kindergarten through to the International Baccalaureate Diploma and German Abitur. Situated in Berlin-Köpenick, the Nature Campus Müggelsee serves students in Grades 1 through 4. Here, learning takes place outdoors, utilizing the forest and lake environments for environmental projects and observation. A daily transport service links this campus with the City Campus in Mitte. The school integrates the IB Primary Years Programme with digital technologies, including Artificial Intelligence, through its Nature E Seminar. Students in the sixth year also participate in weekly lessons at a dedicated school forest in Prenden. Facilities across the campuses include a media lab, a science laboratory, and a dance hall. The school prepares healthy meals daily in its in-house kitchen and provides numerous clubs, such as nature and climate initiatives, to support students’ specific interests and environmental awareness.
International School Augsburg (ISA) is a K–12, English-speaking day school in Germany offering an IB-based education alongside Cambridge IGCSE in upper grades. The school serves students aged 3 to 18 and uses English as the language of instruction with EAL support. ISA began in 2005 with 65 local students and now welcomes more than 350 learners from 38 nationalities, reflecting a diverse community. The curriculum combines the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), the IB Diploma Programme (DP), and Cambridge IGCSE in Grades 9–10, preparing students for global study worldwide. A Gersthofen campus opening in 2027–2028 will house 550 students on an 18,000 m² site featuring flexible learning pods, purpose-built laboratories, a double gym hall, and dedicated spaces for art, music, and performance. The campus aims for carbon-neutral operation with green roofs and solar panels. Extracurriculars include Art, Music, MUN, CAS, ECAP, and service partnerships, emphasizing wellbeing, sustainability, and intercultural understanding.
St. George's Cologne educates pupils from Pre-nursery to Year 13, offering a British international programme that blends the UK framework with the IB. The school delivers EYFS, Key Stages, Cambridge IGCSE, the IB Diploma, the IB Career- related Programme and BTEC qualifications, while welcoming students aged 2 to 18. Learning is personalised: teachers tailor work to each pupil's strengths, challenging high achievers and providing targeted support where needed. The campus is purpose-built and designed to reflect local culture, with dedicated Early Years, Primary and Secondary spaces, science laboratories, a modern library, art studios, music rooms and a performing arts theatre. Outdoor spaces, a school garden and multiple playgrounds anchor physical and outdoor education. Extensive facilities support STEM, arts and languages, and a broad range of co-curriculars, from maker spaces and robotics to choirs, drama and Model United Nations. Strong community links, service projects and leadership opportunities enrich the student experience.
ISU is an all-day, English-speaking IB World School in Neu-Ulm, Germany, serving ages 3 to 17. It combines the IB Primary Years Programme for Kindergarten through Grade 5 with the IB Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12, and offers Cambridge IGCSE in the Upper School. The ISU Diploma is awarded alongside the IB Diploma and allows Mittlere Reife in Germany. The curriculum emphasizes international-mindedness and global perspectives. The campus features dedicated rooms for science, music, art and technology, a performance hall, a cafeteria, and an outside play area, with science and IT laboratories to support learning. A large gym and an indoor swimming pool are nearby. ISU participates in GISST and has a broad sport program. An After School Activity Programme runs in Fall, Winter, and Spring, with 2–3 training sessions per week. Activities include drama, design technology, garden club, and student-led initiatives such as the yearbook.
Quentin Blake Grundschule is a state primary school in Berlin offering two concepts: the Regular Primary Branch and the Bilingual European School Branch (SESB). The SESB provides integrated bilingual instruction in English and German from grade 1, with roughly half of the class speaking English and half German. From grades 5 and 6, Science, History and Geography are taught in English, while Mathematics remains in German; French is introduced in grades 5 and 6. The Regular Branch follows Berlin Senate guidelines, with a fixed timetable and a half-day model (8:00–14:25) and optional care before or after class. The school operates on a shared campus with the Biesalski Förderzentrum, and facilities include a four-hectare schoolyard, a sport hall (Aula), libraries, a grand-piano music room, a Mensa, and a teaching kitchen. The Erasmus+ program, the UNITED IN DIVERSITY theme, and after-school clubs foster intercultural learning. Open House Day and libraries are strengths.
Jules Verne Campus Munich is a state-approved, non-profit gGmbH offering Kindergarten, Elementary School and Grammar School under a single educational concept. The Bavarian curriculum forms the foundation, with English instruction and immersion. In Elementary School, two guides, German- and English-speaking, support bilingual learning, often with parallel lessons. In Grammar School, subjects are taught in English immersion, with German used as appropriate. The campus emphasizes movement and sport as part of daily learning, guided by a Sports Coordinator, and a designed environment with rooms named after Jules Verne books. Facilities include a tree house library, an art studio, learning studios and the Oasis dining hall. Outdoor spaces feature a football field, climbing frame and bouldering wall. After-school Hort runs to 5:30 pm with options such as créAktiva. Distinctive programs include Curiosology and créAktiva, with Future Skills and coaching to foster independent learning and social-emotional development. Abitur follows the Bavarian Gymnasium standard.
Kammer International Bilingual School gGmbH in Hannover follows German law and curricula and offers a bilingual German-English programme with English as the target language. The school uses an immersion language bath, where pupils hear, speak and learn in English and German in authentic daily contexts, with language distribution by year varying from Nursery (60/40) to Secondary (50/50). From Year 5 English remains core, with Spanish added, and from Year 7 students choose between French, Latin and Chinese. The curriculum integrates Cambridge exams at Young Learners in primary and KET, PET, FCE and CAE in secondary, aligned to CEFR. Facilities include large bright classrooms, a dedicated KiTa area, music room, sports hall, and digital learning tools such as interactive whiteboards, Apple TV, iPads and robotics equipment (Sphero, Lego). A House System, student council and iHero leadership program enrich social development, while musical events and BBC filmmaking activities enhance arts and culture.
International School Mainfranken (ISM) is a private IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). The PYP serves ages 6–12 with inquiry-based, cross-disciplinary learning across six transdisciplinary themes. The MYP covers core subjects—English, German, mathematics, social studies, sciences, physical education and health, design, arts, and music—and prepares students for the DP. The DP includes subjects from six IB groups and the core components: Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and Creativity, Activity and Service. Most subjects are taught in English; German is a first language and Spanish a second language, with other languages available on request. Preschool begins at age 5 with full English immersion; ISM offers a full-day program with small classes and a focus on intercultural competence. Facilities include a modern gymnasium, extensive outdoor spaces, and a rich club program. The Diploma Programme is recognized by KMK in Germany.
SIS Swiss International School Stuttgart-Fellbach is a private, state-recognised day school in Germany, part of the SIS network since its Swiss origins in 1999. The Fellbach campus houses Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary on a single site, within walking distance of Fellbach railway station. The curriculum combines the German framework with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, offering Abitur or IBDP as parallel graduation routes. Language acquisition begins early and is guided by specialists to build lifelong competence, with bilingual education continuing from kindergarten through to university entrance. Facilities include contemporary classrooms and specialist spaces equipped with advanced teaching technology, plus an art studio, science classroom, gym and cantine with a terrace. Extra services include before- and after-school care, lunch provision, and homework supervision. The school also runs SIS International Activities, including the SIS Cup and Intercountry Activity, and a Student Exchange programme to broaden intercultural understanding. The campus embraces international outlook.
Josef-Schwarz-Schule is a German-English bilingual school in Germany for ages 5 to 18. The curriculum combines a bespoke German programme with Cambridge Primary, with lessons delivered in German and English and a strong emphasis on STEM. From reception through Abitur, the school uses a bilingual all-day programme where German and English appear in class, supported by project-based learning, critical thinking and creative problem solving, and a reflective use of digital media. There are two campuses, Erlenbach and Heilbronn, offering facilities, small classes and individualized support. The Erlenbach site features purpose-built science laboratories, maker spaces and a large sports hall, while Heilbronn provides a state-of-the-art building with advanced digital and collaborative learning spaces and a dedicated IT team. Extracurriculars include robotics in the LEGO Education Lab and the Duke of Edinburgh International Award; the school also participates in IN FORM and the Schule ohne Rassismus – Schule mit Courage network worldwide.
Munich International School (MIS) is an independent day IB World School for ages 4–18 on a 55-acre campus near Starnberg. MIS offers the IB continuum—PYP, MYP and the Diploma Programme (DP)—with DP the senior pathway. IB authorization dates from 1980. In DP results, the Class of 2023 achieved 100% DP passes; the Class of 2025 saw 95% graduate with a Diploma, averaging 35 points and 106 diplomas awarded. Facilities support interdisciplinary, project-based learning. The Learning NeXus (opened August 2024) is a central hub with a flexible floor plan, the NeXus Library, Language Center and Makers' Lab. The Senior School houses a Performing Arts Center; the Junior School includes an auditorium and a gym. Outdoor education and sustainability are central, with extensive sports spaces and wilderness trails. The Tanzania Project and Duke of Edinburgh Award illustrate service and leadership. After-school activities include Speech & Debate, Pop-Up Art and Dungeons & Dragons.
Phorms Berlin Prenzlauer Berg is a bilingual German-English campus serving nursery and primary students aged 2–11. Opened in August 2023, it is located between Landsberger Allee and Storkower Straße in Berlin's Prenzlauer Berg and is part of the Phorms Education network. From age two, children learn through immersion with native-speaking teachers guiding learning in both languages. The campus offers a consistently bilingual program for Year 1–3, with a child-centered approach and a focus on applied skills, critical thinking and collaboration. The curriculum emphasizes language development and intercultural understanding through project-based and collaborative learning, supported by a diverse afternoon program and a revolving-door extended-learning model. Facilities include bright, well-equipped classrooms, an inner courtyard, and a light-filled multipurpose hall; PE lessons occur at the Werner Seelenbinder sports hall at the Velodrom nearby. Abitur results are above average within the Phorms network. After-school care runs until 18:00, with activities such as football, art, music, dance and programming.
Located in Dresden, Dresden International School (DIS) is a non-profit gGmbH IB World School offering the International Baccalaureate from Preschool to Grade 12 in English. The Preschool Campus sits in a villa on Goetheallee 18 in Dresden-Blasewitz, while Kindergarten through Grade 12 study at the School Campus in Dresden's center. The IB program spans PYP (Grades 1–5), MYP (Grades 6–10) and DP (Grades 11–12); English is the common language, with German as an additional language in the PYP and with three languages in the MYP (English, German and Spanish). In 2025 the Diploma cohort included 29 graduates, with an average of 33 points, a 100% pass rate and 67% bilingual diplomas. Facilities include two libraries, computer and science labs, a technology workroom and a cafeteria, plus a sports hall and outdoor play areas. The school offers 49 after-school activities and promotes World Citizens Made in Dresden through student exchange and collaboration.
Fintosch International Kindergarten and Multilingual Primary School in Frankfurt provides a bilingual education for children aged three months to eleven years. Using a 50:50 immersion model, students learn in both German and English daily. The school integrates the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) with the local Hessian state curriculum, focusing on theme-based learning and practical skill development. Facilities include modern classrooms, a dedicated gym, and a library. A distinctive feature of the school is the "Entrance Level" program, which allows five-year-olds to complete the first year of primary school over a two-year period. This initiative gives children additional time to adjust to a structured learning environment and gain fluency in both languages through play-based activities. The school operates year-round from 7:45 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., offering a holiday program and afternoon activities such as abacus, judo, and violin, catering to the needs of international and working families.
Leibniz Gymnasium Dortmund International School is a German Gymnasium offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in the upper secondary level and has been an IB World School since 2009. English begins in Grade 5, with a second foreign language (French or Latin) in Grade 7; from Grade 9, additional languages such as Chinese and Spanish are available, with English continuing as a core language. The curriculum includes bilingual teaching in selected subjects and uses Green Line G9 textbooks in the upper years. The school emphasizes intercultural competence, international exchanges, Model United Nations and multilingual, project‑based learning, including immersion and language projects. The campus comprises two buildings (an older block and a Neubau) organized on a Raumplan across basement, ground and first floors. Renovated in 2009, facilities include an after‑school care room and a cafeteria with a kiosk, supported by the Elternpflegschaft and Förderverein. Sports offerings include football, handball, basketball, badminton and windsurfing, with a Basketball AG. The natural sciences are strong—Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Informatics, Robotics and bilingual/MINT modules. Extracurriculars include AGs in music, theatre and art, a Chess AG, a Big Band and an active Model United Nations, with exchanges to China, Ireland, France, India and the Netherlands, language trips to Paris and Málaga, and Zaragoza exchanges, plus Berufsorientierung and broad student life.
CJD International School Braunschweig-Wolfsburg is a private all-day school in Braunschweig, Germany, serving ages 4 to 18 and offering a Boarding House. Established in 2004, it operates within the CJD Braunschweig network, a longstanding Competency Centre for gifted education. The curriculum blends Cambridge and International Baccalaureate pathways: Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, and IGCSE, with the Cambridge IGCSE credential for 14 to 16 year olds, and the IB Diploma Programme for university preparation. The Early Years programme follows Cambridge with integrated German and international pedagogy. The school emphasises international standards, Cambridge checkpoints, and the Diploma equivalence to Hochschulzugangsberechtigung under KMK regulations. Facilities include a library, age-grouped Afternoon Rooms and a modern Boarding House with in-house meals. Afternoon Programmes provide project classes and enrichment activities. A fixed feature is a Year 8 language exchange with a Badalona partner in Spain, also complemented by a Music Academy and leisure and sports nearby today.
International Bilingual School Munich offers a full-day program and IB World School status since 2017. It combines the IB Primary Years Programme with the Bavarian LehrplanPLUS curriculum for ages 6 to 11 inclusive, delivering core subjects in a bilingual English–German environment. In classes 1 to 4, English-speaking and German-speaking teachers work together under a one language model, with families able to choose a focus language and receive extra instruction. Assessments rely on performance-based methods—PYP portfolios, conferences, and ongoing feedback—alongside periodic standardised tests. IBSM has been state-approved since 2010 and runs four classes, normally up to 25 pupils per class, with all-day sessions from 9:00 to 16:00. The Lerchenauerstraße campus is complemented by a planned Feldmochinger Campus featuring a bilingual library, an auditorium, a roof terrace, and spaces for movement and sport; a Mensa serves meals. After-school activities include breakdance, yoga, swimming and art workshops; social-emotional learning is central to PYP.
Berlin Cosmopolitan School (BCS) is a non-profit international day school located in Berlin-Mitte. The school provides a dual-track educational path where students can earn either the IB Diploma or the bilingual German Abitur. Its City Campus is housed in a listed historic building and features dedicated learning spaces, including science laboratories, a dance studio, and a specialized Maker Space for VEX Robotics and engineering projects.BCS is particularly known for its Nature Education initiative, which utilizes a dedicated school forest for weekly outdoor learning sessions, starting in primary grades. This program allows students to engage in practical environmental science and permaculture lessons. Additionally, the school hosts an annual TEDxYouth event, providing a platform for students to present original research and ideas to the community. With over 100 extracurricular clubs, the school integrates music, arts, and digital technology into daily student life, ensuring a variety of hands-on opportunities beyond the classroom.
accadis International School Bad Homburg is a non-profit gGmbH operating at SÜDCAMPUS Bad Homburg in Germany, serving ages 2 to 18. The school offers curricula including German Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, the British Curriculum and EYFS for early years. In Grades 1–4 students study bilingually using the Hessian framework and Cambridge International Curriculum; Grades 5–10 follow a challenging international program with strong pastoral care; Grades 11–12 prepare for the IB Diploma, a university entrance qualification recognised in Germany and worldwide. The campus includes four of the six SÜDCAMPUS buildings; Secondary School moved to ONEaccadis building in 2023, with plans to expand the Sports Center. Facilities feature digital smartboards, science labs, art and music rooms, three libraries and a large cafeteria. Distinctive elements include a dual Bachelor's/Master's pathway with accadis Hochschule and a co-curricular program including Duke of Edinburgh, IT and robotics, theatre, choirs and sport.
International Bilingual Montessori School (ibms) in Frankfurt am Main was founded in 1996 as the city's first bilingual Montessori school. It serves Nido (18–36 months), Children's House (3–5) and Primary School (6–10) on a campus occupying 6,250 m² with 2,450 m² of outdoor space and a 1906 Art Deco villa. The school follows the Montessori method with mixed-age classrooms and a prepared environment, offering Montessori materials across mathematics, language, cosmic education and culture. The Primary curriculum runs from Entry Level through Primary Level (Grades 2–4) with two teachers per class and German–English bilingual immersion; Entry Level has no homework and Primary 2–4 complete most work during school hours. The Hessen curriculum provides academic grounding, while independence, critical thinking and responsibility are cultivated through daily planning, reflection and respectful community life. Off-campus learning occurs at Sinntal country house with immersive projects and outdoor activities. Extracurriculars include sports, arts workshops, trips, camps and community service.
Montessori Center Nuremberg, located near Wöhrder Lake, provides a continuous educational path from nursery to upper secondary level based on the Montessori Curriculum. The campus features an eco-friendly KfW-55 energy-efficient building with a green roof, geothermal temperature regulation, and a central "marketplace" acting as a communal hub. Students engage in self-directed, mixed-age learning environments without traditional grading. A distinctive feature is the Erdkinderplan program for 12- to 18-year-olds, which translates Maria Montessori's vision into practical, life-oriented projects. The school prioritizes inclusion, actively integrating children with disabilities into regular classrooms. The outdoor areas incorporate extensive sustainable materials, including specialized decking and loggias, providing students with direct access to a landscaped garden shielded from nearby railway noise. Parents are deeply involved through compulsory volunteer hours and 'Scola' educational evenings, fostering an engaged community focused on self-reliance.
European School Munich’s Fasangarten site provides education for children from kindergarten through primary school. The campus strictly follows the European Schools syllabi, organizing students into specific language sections where they are taught by mother-tongue educators. A defining feature of the primary curriculum is the weekly "European Hours" initiative for grades P3 to P5. During these sessions, children from different language sections combine to study subjects with a European dimension, such as regional geography and culture, fostering intercultural communication. The Fasangarten site keeps early education physically separate from the secondary campus, providing scale-appropriate facilities for younger learners. Student welfare is actively supported by the SMiLe-Team (Sozial-Miteinander-Leben) and the integration of the Finnish KiVa anti-bullying program into the daily routine. Furthermore, primary students participate in hands-on sustainability initiatives, such as cultivating the school garden and joining Eco-Clubs to practice environmental responsibility.
UWC Robert Bosch College is a two‑year, English‑taught IB Diploma Programme boarding school in Freiburg, Germany. Opened in 2014 as a project of UWC Germany and the Robert Bosch Stiftung, it sits on the Kartäuser grounds, with a 19‑hectare forest and a monastery garden shaping its learning approach. The curriculum follows the IB DP for students aged 16 to 18, requiring six subjects (three HL, three SL), the Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and at least 150 hours of Creativity, Activity and Service. Instruction is English, with diploma options in English, Spanish or French; language and literature studies run across multiple languages, and Mathematics and Natural Sciences include a sustainability focus and Liveable Cities Project Week. The campus features the Weickart Library, 12 resident cubes, and extracurriculars including outdoor education, project weeks and a CAS program. The school emphasizes experiential learning, service partnerships, and community life within the UWC movement.
Independent Bonn International School (IBIS) is an Ersatzschule in Bonn, serving ages 3-12. It follows EYFS and the British Curriculum, with Cambridge Primary and Secondary, and integrates English and German. Key Stage 1 is based on the English National Curriculum, adapted by IBIS teachers to reflect Bonn's local culture and international community. Cambridge Curriculum supplements Maths, English and Science at Key Stage 3. IBIS offers a route to German secondary schools and international programs. Since 1963 the school has welcomed more than 38 nations, fostering a stable international community. The Heiderhof campus in Bonn-Bad Godesberg sits in rural surroundings with easy access to Bonn and Rhine. Facilities include a classroom for each year, EAL and Learning Development spaces, a music room, a library with 5,000+ books, a kitchen and interactive whiteboards. Its wellbeing programme is award-winning; IBIS was the first German school to receive Carnegie Bronze Award and COBIS Beacon status.
Josef-Schwarz-Schule is a German-English bilingual school in Germany for ages 5 to 18. The curriculum combines a bespoke German programme with Cambridge Primary, with lessons delivered in German and English and a strong emphasis on STEM. From reception through Abitur, the school uses a bilingual all-day programme where German and English appear in class, supported by project-based learning, critical thinking and creative problem solving, and a reflective use of digital media. There are two campuses, Erlenbach and Heilbronn, offering facilities, small classes and individualized support. The Erlenbach site features purpose-built science laboratories, maker spaces and a large sports hall, while Heilbronn provides a state-of-the-art building with advanced digital and collaborative learning spaces and a dedicated IT team. Extracurriculars include robotics in the LEGO Education Lab and the Duke of Edinburgh International Award; the school also participates in IN FORM and the Schule ohne Rassismus – Schule mit Courage network worldwide.
Founded in 1689 as the Collège Français, Lycée Français de Berlin is the oldest French lycée in the world and a member of the AEFE network. It is homologated by the French state and provides continuous education from 5th grade through Terminale for students aged about 12 to 18, regardless of nationality. The school hosts roughly 830 students from about 50 nationalities and employs around 120 certified professionals. The curriculum combines the French state program with German elements, emphasizing languages: Latin from 5th grade up to Latinum, Ancient Greek from 4th grade to Graecum, English from 6th grade, and optional Spanish from 4th. Students may pursue Abitur and Baccalauréat diplomas. In science, options include mathematics, physics-chemistry, and earth sciences, with maths experts and maths complémentaires tracks. A strong intercultural profile is fostered through intensive French, daily international interaction, cultural activities, language exchanges, and international exchanges across Europe for students and staff.
Christian Life Academy Stuttgart is a compact international Christian school in Germany serving students from ages six to eighteen. The curriculum combines the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) with a Christian framework and a bespoke curriculum tailored to individual learners. In Grades 1–5, BJU Press materials support core subjects, while Grades 6–12 partner with Sevenstar Online Academy, delivering accredited coursework and dual‑credit opportunities. The school operates a Hybrid Program that blends core academics online with in‑house enrichment, keeping class sizes small (max 30 students) and mixed grades 1–12. Daily routines include morning devotions, Chapel services, and virtue lessons. A German Language Immersion Program, SDG literacy, and Holistic Wellness are integrated into a STEAM‑infused program that emphasizes Christian values. Facilities include a games hall and ongoing development of a Kindergarten learning space. After‑school and before‑school care (CLA‑ASP) offer music, Life Skills, STEAM, and Learning Support. The school fosters leadership and service.
Berlin Bilingual School provides a structured, two-country education for students aged 6 to 18. The school combines the Berlin State Curriculum with elements of a British framework and Cambridge IGCSE, supporting language development. The Primary School follows the Berliner Rahmenlehrplan, with 90-minute teaching blocks and 45-minute lessons. From Grade 3 onward, classes include an Erzieher:in in core subjects, and Grade 5 offers French or Spanish; English and German are taught at native level. The programme prepares students for bilingual qualifications in Secondary School, with more than half the staff native speakers and at least C1 proficiency in the other language. Primary classes are capped at 25 pupils. The campus for the Primary is in Friedrichshain, the Secondary in Pankow, connected by accessible transport links. Facilities include chemistry, music and art rooms, a library, a garden, and social work spaces; theatre, sport halls, and venues are used for performances and PE.
QSI Münster is a private, nonprofit international school located in Münster, Germany, offering an English-instruction, American-style college-preparatory curriculum. The school is part of Quality Schools International and is accredited by the Middle States Association. It serves students ages 3 to 17, with a Preschool program using English immersion and Frog Street as a foundation, and a secondary program culminating in a U.S.-accredited high school diploma after about 240 credits. AP courses are available online via QSI's Quality Virtual School and sometimes on-site in Secondary; the curriculum covers Math, Science, World Cultural Studies, History, Economics, English, Art, Music, PE, Foreign Language, and Technology, plus a year-long Research Project. The campus operates in the Latvian Cultural Center and features four stories of classrooms, libraries, an art room, and a gym, with access to an auditorium and outdoor play areas. Students participate in MUN, Student Council, cross-country, and diverse arts, culture, and service activities.
Berlin British School is an international school for students aged 3 to 18, spread across three campuses in Berlin. The curriculum combines the Berliner Bildungsprogramm with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme in Early Years and Primary, offering bilingual English/German pathways or monolingual English instruction. The program is aligned to the Berliner Rahmenlehrplan and holds Ersatzschule and Ergänzungsschule status. Primary provides both bilingual and monolingual streams, while Secondary offers a monolingual English stream and a bilingual English/German stream. In Grade 10, bilingual students take MSA and IGCSE, while monolingual students take IGCSE; from Grade 11 to 12, students pursue the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Berlin British School operates on three sites: Early Years in Grunewald, Primary near the Olympic Stadium in Charlottenburg, and Secondary in Grunewald. Facilities include libraries, music rooms, two gymnasia, and large playgrounds; the GISST sports programme supports competitive sport for Grades 6–12, with after-school training and fixtures.
Heidelberg International School (HIS) is an IB World School in Germany offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme on a campus. The school serves students from age 4 to 18, with English as the language of instruction, German lessons at all levels, and Spanish offered in grades 6–10. The school day runs 08:15–15:10, with DP extending to 16:00; lunch is provided by a caterer. Class sizes are around 23, with 250–300 students on campus. The IB curriculum guides learning from inquiry‑based PYP through MYP with Language Acquisition in English, German and Spanish, to the Diploma Programme, including Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity and Service. The school promotes service and community involvement through projects, supported by MaiaLearning for university guidance. In 2025, DP results showed a high of 44, an average of 34 and 100% pass; graduates pursue universities in Europe, the USA, Canada and the UK.
Japanische Internationale Schule München is a private Japanese international school in Munich serving students aged 6 to 15. The school follows a unified elementary and middle school curriculum defined by Japan's MEXT and is approved by the Bavarian state. German language instruction and local understanding education are integral, with English taught through team‑teaching with an AET. Elementary classes run 45 minutes and middle school classes 50 minutes, while weekly hours are 30 in elementary and 32 in middle school. Founded in 1994, the school operates as a registered association (e.V.) under VR 14700 and is led by Administrative Director Miki Saito. The Bleyerstr. 4 campus in Munich provides a peaceful environment, one tablet per student, whiteboards and projectors, and ICT integrated across lessons. The school collaborates with local schools and external instructors to support language development and intercultural understanding, including Japanese cultural events and exchanges with Japanese associations for families.
Phorms Campus München is a private bilingual full-day school in Munich-Bogenhausen, teaching German-English across Crèche, Kindergarten, Grundschule and Gymnasium. The school offers a German curriculum alongside the International Baccalaureate Diploma, and provides both Bavarian Abitur and IB Diploma programs, with Abitur examinations possible in English for English-taught subjects. It serves ages 2 to 18 and operates a day-long concept with a bilingual learning environment. Approximately 60% of lessons are in English and 40% in German. The campus at Maria-Theresia-Straße 35 features large grounds, a football pitch, climbing frames, and outdoor play equipment; Crèche and Kindergarten occupy a separate villa with a dedicated playground. Modern IT infrastructure and high-speed Wi-Fi enable digital learning, and Phorms Munich holds Digital School status. Notably, Phorms Primary School was recognised as a STEM-Friendly School in 2025. The campus emphasises mentoring, work experience in Year 9, career guidance, and active parental involvement within an all-day community today.
Cologne International School (CIS) provides the International Baccalaureate continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) on a campus in Cologne, Germany, with on-site boarding for up to 20 international students. The school opened its campus in Butzweilerhof in 2022 on a 19,000 m² site, featuring bright classrooms, dedicated PYP, MYP and DP spaces, science labs, art rooms and maker spaces, plus an indoor gym and outdoor play areas. The primary program is bilingual (German-English); from Grade 6 onward instruction is mainly in English to support IB preparation and international qualifications. CIS offers Cambridge Secondary and Cambridge IGCSE in addition to the IB. The school hosts a broad extracurricular program: sports (tennis, athletics, football, basketball), performing and creative arts (theatre, art, video production, choir, big band, music theatre), language clubs (Spanish, French, German, English) and clubs such as Model United Nations and an Honors Program. Community service and exchange projects extend learning beyond campus.
Wangari-Maathai International School (WMIS) is a public Berlin state international school offering bilingual education in English and German for students aged 5 to 18. The curriculum blends the Berlin Senate framework with international programs, delivering German and mathematics to the Berlin standards while English instruction runs within an international bilingual framework. From 2025/26, English lessons align with the Cambridge Curriculum, enabling access to IGCSE in English, with Cambridge IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme available as part of the school's offerings. WMIS began in 2017/2018 with Grade 1 and is planning a staged expansion to Grades 1–6 and, in the longer term, to lower secondary and an integrated upper secondary with Hochschulzugangsberechtigung. The campus has two music rooms, two sports halls and a sports field, plus a small library integrated into teaching. BEGA talent promotion strengthens the arts and sciences, linked to the LEMAS network and promoting interdisciplinary learning.
International School Hannover Region (ISHR) is an independent, non‑profit IB school serving ages 3–18. It offers the full International Baccalaureate continuum from Kindergarten through Grade 12, including the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme. Instruction is in English, with German language and other subjects integrated as appropriate. ISHR is accredited by CIS and NEASC and is a member of AGIS. The campus sits on a green site near central Hanover, with a main administration building, four wings of classrooms, a well‑stocked library, science laboratories, ICT infrastructure, a dedicated Kindergarten, a dining hall with a professional kitchen, and music, drama rooms and an auditorium; plus on‑site sports facilities. In 2013 a new secondary centre opened and a gym and visitors' gallery were added to the PE Wing, with the main sports hall renovated. The school emphasizes Creativity, Activity and Service; clubs include MUN, Strategy Game Club, Robotics, Drama, and Yearbook. Around 600 students from more than 65 nations study here, with graduates going to universities worldwide. In 2022 ISHR attained carbon neutrality and was named Digital Place Lower Saxony.
Strothoff International School is an IB World School located on a single campus in Dreieich, near Frankfurt, Germany. It offers the IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) integrated with the Hessian state curriculum (BEP). From Kindergarten through Year 12, instruction is in English and German; the early years are bilingual (60% English, 40% German). The Primary Years Programme is used in the early years, with a bilingual environment, and the MYP runs for Grades 6–10 in English with language instruction in German, Spanish or French. The Diploma Programme begins in MYP4/MYP5 and offers IBDP, HSDP, or Abi-IBDP. The campus houses Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary on one site and holds NEASC and CIS accreditation. Extra-curriculars are robust: sport clubs, arts and music, MUN, and service activities including CAS and Duke of Edinburgh. The school emphasizes project-based and cross-curricular learning with a warm international community. Facilities include a library and extensive STEM support.
Stiftung Louisenlund is a co-educational boarding and day school offering a gymnasium, a vocational academy, and IB World School status. It provides the IB Diploma Programme and IB Middle Years Programme, taught in English, with subject groups spanning languages, economics, sciences, mathematics and the arts. The DP core comprises Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity, Service. The school also offers German and American curricula, strengthening its international profile. Rooted in an 18th-century castle, Louisenlund follows Kurt Hahn's tradition, with a foundation that personalizes learning and mentors teachers. Learning happens 24/7 across the campus, blending academics with character development. Facilities include the Learning and Research Center, science labs, a MINT Talent Center, a roof observatory with a 20-inch telescope, and a sailing harbor with a training vessel for marine biology and nautical studies. The campus offers four tennis courts and nearby golf. Extracurriculars include debates, biotechnology and agroforestry, THW, cutter sailing, and a guild program supporting leadership, service and cultural activities.
Berlin Cosmopolitan School’s Kindergarten Campus, located in Berlin-Mitte, provides early years education for children aged one to six. Operating in a historic 1936 building, the campus includes a large private courtyard and direct access to a neighboring park for daily outdoor activities. The kindergarten implements a bilingual early immersion model, employing native English and German speakers who communicate with the children exclusively in their mother tongues, maintaining a ratio of two to three educators per group of 13 to 22 children. A defining feature of the campus is its integration with the school's Cosmovatorium, offering early musical education and dance directly within the daily schedule. Additionally, the Kindergarten emphasizes outdoor education through regular excursions; children utilize the school's bus service to visit the BCS Nature Campus at Müggelsee and the Forest School in Prenden, engaging in structured, nature-based learning environments.
Located in Heidelberg as part of Heidelberger Privatschulcentrum (HPC) within the F+U Group, HPC International School serves students aged 6 to 18 with the full International Baccalaureate continuum (PYP, MYP, DP). Instruction is primarily in English, with a bilingual concept that includes a German Language and Literature course enabling native German speakers to pursue the bilingual IB Diploma; German as a foreign language is offered, along with Spanish and Chinese at differentiated levels. The campus at Slevogtstraße 3-5, 69126 Heidelberg, has classrooms, laboratories, a library and a film studio to support inquiry-based, hands-on learning. The school welcomes students from more than 20 nations and is led by Dr. Elke Heinicke. Signature features include CLIL-based teaching across subjects, Deeper Learning in the elementary program, and real-world opportunities through internships, student-run companies and Zukunftscoaches. The school offers an exchange program and after-school activities that enrich learning beyond regular classes.
ISF International School Frankfurt Rhein‑Main is a private day school serving students from age 3 to 18 on a single campus near Frankfurt. The curriculum blends a bespoke SABIS framework with IGCSE, the IB Diploma Programme, Cambridge IGCSE, Advanced Placement, and a German curriculum equivalent to the state of Hesse. English-medium instruction is complemented by German language study and an additional third language starting in Grade 6, with a broad array of languages available. The campus features dedicated science laboratories, art and music rooms, Interactive Whiteboards in core classrooms, a semi-Olympic swimming pool, an all-season running track, and multiple sporting facilities including tennis courts and a large sports hall. Student life is active through the SABIS Student Life Organization, offering 350–400 activities weekly across arts, sports, service, and leadership. The school emphasizes service learning, cross-cultural programs, and a structured pathway to university destinations worldwide, including ISF and international partner universities.
LFVH is a direct-managed French international school in Frankfurt am Main, part of the AEFE network, serving age 3 through 18. It teaches the French national curriculum from early years to Terminale, with two middle-school pathways: a Dual-Language Program offering German and English as second languages, and an International Program based on the Hessen curriculum with German as the first language. In collège, students complete about 29 to 30 hours of compulsory lessons per week, with the Diplôme National du Brevet awarded on completion; the school welcomes students with special educational needs. In lycée, three Baccalauréat tracks emphasize languages, with counseling for courses and careers, and the ADN-AEFE Study Abroad Program enabling international exchanges; Abibac is available. Examinations for the Baccalauréat and Abibac take place on site. LFVH has modern facilities, including a renewing computer and media center and two information centers, a gym, outdoor field, canteen, and infirmary. The school hosts arts initiatives, author visits, and cross-border exchanges, including a Web Radio produced by students.
Bavarian International School – City Campus is a centrally located urban school in Munich’s Schwabing district, serving approximately 300 students from Early Childhood through Grade 5. As an International Baccalaureate World School, it implements the Primary Years Programme (PYP) with a focus on inquiry-based and play-based learning. The campus is notably recognized as one of only 25 Positive Discipline Lab Schools globally, emphasizing a supportive social-emotional environment. Facilities include two dedicated sports halls, a cafeteria, a library, and an outdoor playground designed for younger learners. Students benefit from an extensive After School Activities program featuring options such as coding, robotics, and the Three Star Award-winning Eco-School project. To support its diverse community, the school offers a Home Language Programme in 17 different languages alongside German instruction starting in Grade 1. This campus provides a family-like atmosphere for international families seeking a collaborative education in the heart of the city.
International School of Neustadt (ISN) is a private international, English-language day school for ages 4 to 18 located in Neustadt an der Weinstrasse, Germany. The curriculum blends Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE and International AS & A Levels with the SBW Lernens approach, providing a coherent path from Early Years through Cambridge Advanced Programmes. All learning partners are taught in English, with a strong emphasis on German language learning and support for non-native speakers. The historic campus is housed in a 19th-century building with two later wings, and includes a library with English and German titles, a modern science laboratory, and a digital suite of iPads and laptops. Small class sizes enable individualized instruction. ISN is an official Cambridge examination centre and is recognised by Rhineland-Palatinate as an accredited supplementary school. The school runs a Personal Development Programme, a Duke of Edinburgh Award, and an International Festival to celebrate identities.
European School Frankfurt delivers the European Curriculum for ages 4 to 18, culminating in the European Baccalaureate. The school, part of the European Schools network, operates with language policy that assigns a dominant language at enrolment and delivers instruction in official EU languages through mother tongue sections and vehicular language sections. The campus houses nursery through secondary education across two buildings, with a Nursery P1–P2 modular building and a Main Building for Primary and Secondary, plus well-served canteens and a staffed Kiosk. The school offers four language sections—German, English, French and Italian—with Spanish added in 2018, and SWALS available where no language section exists. Facilities include a library serving all taught languages and a range of library events. The KiVa anti-bullying program reinforces wellbeing, while pupils engage in language study, intercultural projects and scientific work through project-based activities, theatre, music, art and sport. The school supports students through after-school programs.
Phorms Bilingual School Frankfurt is a private German‑English day school offering Kita through Abitur, with classes taught in two languages by native‑speaking teachers. The school follows the Hessian curriculum and provides Cambridge Primary, Cambridge IGCSE, and the German curriculum, with language‑track transitions possible at any time based on language skills. The Primary School operates on two campuses — City Campus in Frankfurt's historic Holzhausen district and Taunus Campus in Steinbach — and a bus connects them to support cross‑campus bilingual education. The Secondary School emphasizes STEM and digital learning, with computer science as an elective in the lower years becoming a regular subject, and Year 10 offering IGCSE. The school holds Digital School and DigitalPakt Schule credentials and has earned a MINT‑freundliche Schule certificate. Facilities include modern science, sport and music spaces, high‑speed Wi‑Fi, tablets and interactive whiteboards. A broad after‑school program and vacation camps complement an intercultural, multilingual community.
Ecole Franco-Allemande Stuttgart-Sillenbuch is a bilingual French-German primary school in Stuttgart, uniting two curricula on one campus. The German section follows the Baden-Württemberg program; from first grade pupils may choose English or French as a foreign language, and the Modellschule option allows extra French instruction beyond standard requirements. The French section is part of the AEFE network and combines the French National Education program with the Baden-Württemberg framework. The school aims to prepare pupils for a path leading to the ABI-BAC, with mastery of both languages and both systems. It is Stuttgart's largest elementary school, with 14 German classes and 8 French classes. Opened in 1999 after a merger between a German and a French school, the campus features a new building with a cafeteria, side buildings and a bicycle yard. A supervised morning, midday and after-school program supports families and offers topic-based activities, arts, sport and language clubs.
Internationale Lomonossow-Schule Tiergarten Berlin is a bilingual private school in central Berlin following the official Berlin state curriculum. Students receive instruction in both German and Russian, using the immersion method where subjects like mathematics and science are taught in both languages. The campus includes a primary school and a Gymnasium, leading students from first grade through to the Abitur examinations. The school is known for its "full-day" concept, operating from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, which integrates traditional classroom learning with afternoon activities such as chess, theater, and choir. Mathematics holds a central place in the program, supported by specialized clubs. A distinctive feature is the shuttle bus service that assists families with daily transportation to the Beusselstraße campus. Facilities include specialized rooms for music and art, and students participate in an annual tradition of "Lomonossow Days" to celebrate the school's namesake through scientific and creative projects.
Platanus Schule Berlin is a bilingual German‑English school for ages 3 to 16, located in Berlin‑Pankow in the Pankow Post Office complex. The school combines a kindergarten with a primary and secondary section and emphasises a MINT (Mathematics, Informatics, Natural Sciences, Technology) focus across all years. It operates as a state‑recognised private school from Year 1 to Year 10 and is pursuing recognition for the gymnasiale Oberstufe (Years 11–13), with approval to begin in August 2024. Small class sizes of up to 25 students support personalised attention and immersive bilingual learning, especially in the early years. The campus comprises a 1923 heritage building renovated to provide bright subject rooms, science and art spaces, a computer lab, library, workshop, and multiple common areas, plus a Second House for secondary students and a separate building with a Student Lounge. Outdoor spaces include a garden and sports facilities and a terrace that encourage exploration.
The Berlin Japanese International School follows the Japanese curriculum and operates as a full-time, Japan-affiliated institution for students from Grade 1 to Grade 9. It is located in Lankwitz, southern Berlin, and since 2023 occupies a city building after relocating from the Wannsee/Conrad campus due to space constraints. It serves students from Grade 1 through Grade 9 in small-class settings. Class sizes are small, enabling individualized instruction within a warm, supportive environment. The school emphasizes mastery of basics, advancement of higher-level learning, and problem-solving, with preparation aligned to exam readiness. The program offers unique Berlin-based experiences, including a summer school with overnight stays, participation in the Berlin Mini Marathon, Opera Workshop, and a visit to the Berlin Philharmonie dress rehearsal. Extra-curriculars include cross-grade activities that foster peer mentoring. The school does not publish its address publicly; inquiries should be made by email. Contact: info@jap-schule-berlin.de, +49 30 8036830.
The International Montessori School Berlin (IMS Berlin) is a state-recognised primary school for grades 1–6, located in Landhaus Oppenheim in Wannsee. The campus sits between water and forest and offers an all-day program from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with education and care. The school follows Maria Montessori's reform pedagogy and combines Montessori materials with Cambridge standards. From Grade 1, German and English are taught through immersion with two educators in daily instruction. The English-language Cambridge framework underpins the curriculum, and Cambridge Certificates are available for eligible students, issued by Cambridge University. Language immersion and bilingual learning extend across the school, and the site offers on-site forest and nature education. Learning spaces are designed to feel like living areas, with Montessori materials on open shelves and children choosing their work. Extracurriculars include forest afternoons, theatre, choir, taekwondo, a school garden group, and partnerships for sailing and music lessons. The campus includes a bilingual Kinderhaus Wannsee.
Phorms Bilingual School Berlin-Mitte provides a continuous educational journey for children from age two through to the German Abitur. Located in a converted historic brick factory, the school operates on a full-day schedule from 7:30 to 18:00, integrating academic lessons with afternoon enrichment. The curriculum follows the Berlin state framework but is delivered through a 50/50 English-German immersion model. In primary years, each class is supported by both a teacher and an educator to ensure a high care ratio. A signature feature of the campus is its "House of Little Scientists" certification, which emphasizes early scientific inquiry through hands-on experiments. From Year 5, students can enter a specialized bilingual science-focused secondary pathway, where subjects like Biology and Chemistry are taught primarily in English. Facilities include a dedicated theatre hall for student productions and a child-friendly kitchen for culinary projects. The school focuses on practical digital literacy, providing students with personal laptops starting in Year 7 to support a modern learning environment.
St. George's School Düsseldorf Rhein-Ruhr provides an educational pathway starting with the Early Years Foundation Stage, transitioning into the British curriculum, and culminating with the Cambridge IGCSE and IB Diploma Programme. Located in Duisburg with ample green outdoor areas, the campus incorporates traditional classrooms alongside flexible makerspaces, modern science laboratories, and a dedicated performing arts theatre. Pupils benefit from specific instructional methods, including a flipped classroom model that moves lecture material online to prioritize interactive problem-solving during class hours. A distinctive feature of the school community is the St. George's Dragons, the official sports club, which unites pupils, families, and staff in competitive and recreational athletics, spanning local to international tournaments. The school also integrates the Duke of Edinburgh award and Model United Nations into its co-curricular offerings, encouraging active leadership and civic participation among the student body.
Located in the picturesque town of Kandern, Germany, Black Forest Academy serves middle and high school students in grades 5-12. The school follows an American curriculum offering a U.S. High School Diploma alongside numerous Advanced Placement (AP) courses. BFA integrates a biblical worldview into its instruction and features strong visual arts, music, and athletic programs. Students participate in unique educational experiences, utilizing close access to historical locations across Germany, Italy, France, and Switzerland as an extension of the classroom. As a Christian boarding and day school, BFA stands out for its family-style integrated boarding program across six dormitories in the local community, allowing siblings to live in the same house. The campus includes dedicated facilities like the Janz Building, which provides art studios, music suites, a library, and an auditorium, ensuring students have specific resources for their academic and co-curricular development.
Metropolitan School Frankfurt is an international school for ages 3 to 18 in Germany. The curriculum combines the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) in Early Years and Primary School with the Cambridge IGCSE (Grades 6–10) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) for Grades 11–12, alongside an American Curriculum option. The Diploma Programme is built on six subject groups with a DP Core (Creativity, Activity, Service; Theory of Knowledge; Extended Essay). The DP is recognised for university entrance and provides transparency for German university admission requirements. In 2023 graduates averaged 37 points (out of 45), with a high of 41. Campus spans over 8,000 m2 of teaching space, including two libraries, science labs, arts spaces, and music rooms; it hosts the largest sports hall in Frankfurt, plus a rooftop sport field and a 700-seat theatre planned in 2024/25. Founded in 2007, MSF emphasizes a family-style community and wellbeing.
Phorms Bilingual School Berlin-Süd is a private German-English bilingual kindergarten and school serving ages 1 to 18 in Berlin's Steglitz-Zehlendorf district, near Monroe Park. The school follows the German curriculum and offers a continuous bilingual pathway from Kita through Abitur, with native-speaking teachers delivering German-English immersion. In Primary School, instruction is bilingual and a STEM-focused program is taught in English from lower secondary onwards; two educational professionals per class support learning. The Secondary School maintains a 50/50 language balance, uses an immersion method, and introduces Spanish from Year 7 and French as an elective from Year 9; all students receive Phorms laptops from Year 7. The curriculum emphasizes project-based learning and media education, culminating in Abitur with the option to take the Cambridge Advanced English Certificate (CAE). Phorms Berlin Süd is part of the Phorms Education network; since 2025 it has been designated a Digital School and holds the House Where Children Research award. The campus features a main building, a green schoolyard with two sports fields, science labs, specialist rooms and a Maker Space, and fosters an international, cosmopolitan atmosphere reflecting Local Schools – Global Education.
Moderne Schule Hamburg is a private school in Hamburg, Germany, following the German curriculum for students aged 3 to 18. Learners come from many countries, with teachers from over ten nations. English and Chinese are taught from preschool, and Spanish is offered from grade 10, supporting daily use of multiple languages. Culture Week is held annually, and cross-cultural experiences include class trips to the United States in grade 8 and to China in grade 10. The program emphasizes practical, student-centered learning, with weekly Klassenrat, Study Week and Culture Week, and daily physical education including swimming, sailing, and field hockey. Facilities include a student library, a music room, science rooms, and dining areas; laptops and interactive whiteboards support digital learning, complemented by Bettermarks for mathematics and Office 365. The school operates as a day school with after-school care. Exchange partnerships with Thaddeus Stevens School and Xi'an Foreign Language School enable exchanges.
The Lycée Jean Renoir de Munich is a French AEFE school offering maternelle through lycée on two Munich campuses. The primary campus is Ungsteinerstraße 50 in Giesing and the secondary campus is Berlepschstraße 3 in Sendling. The school serves more than 1,200 students aged 2 to 18 and follows the French Ministry of National Education program, with Bavarian language, civilization and culture components. In the lycée, students progress through Seconde, Première and Terminale, choosing specialty subjects with increasing emphasis and optional subjects to complete their parcours. Language pathways include the Baccalauréat, Abibac, BFI, and a European Section in English; ELCE will be offered as a one-hour-per-week module from 2025-2026. Facilities include a primary library, a music room and a teaching kitchen, while the secondary campus houses a CDI and student foyer, plus gymnasia and outdoor play areas. Since September 2025, the secondary garden provides complete organic midday meals for students.
Located in Hamburg’s Lokstedt district, École Française de Hambourg (EFHH) serves students from age three through eighteen. The school follows the French National Education curriculum, leading to the Diplôme National du Brevet and the French Baccalaureate. A defining feature of the primary years is the Parity Bilingual Stream, where students receive equal instruction hours in French and German. The campus at Hartsprung features specialized science laboratories, a dedicated multimedia library (BCD/CDI), and indoor sports facilities. A unique initiative at EFHH is the "Sextant" program, which provides individualized guidance for students planning higher education pathways in France, Germany, or other international destinations. As part of the Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE) network, the school maintains a specific focus on linguistic integration. Facilities include a daily canteen service providing hot meals and a private bus network for student transportation across the city.
Jan Amos Comenius Grundschule (JACG) is a four-year private, state-recognized primary school in München-Pasing that follows the Bavarian curriculum with a German-English bilingual program. Ages 6 to 10. The school adds a dedicated Europa subject that explores family origins and broader European contexts. In every classroom three adults—one German-speaking teacher, one English-speaking teacher, and a Ganztagsbetreuung paraprofessional—support learning, with English instruction delivered through immersion; English instruction becomes formal in Grade 3, and the same teacher speaks English or German throughout the lesson. JACG is part of Münchner Schulstiftung – Ernst von Borries. Facilities include an extended day from 8:30 to 16:00, with before-school care from 7:30 and after-school care until 18:30; a warm noonday meal and recess snacks. GTB offers a rotating program with sports, theatre, music, and creative projects. On-site mother-tongue instruction in languages such as French, Spanish and Greek supports language and culture. A pupil leadership program, called Paten, fosters mentoring of younger students.
Frankfurt International School (FIS) is a two-campus, English-language international school for ages 3 to 18, with Oberursel (Preschool–Grade 12) and Wiesbaden (Preschool–Grade 8) campuses in Germany. The school delivers the International Baccalaureate framework across the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP), and also offers the IB Career-related Programme (IBCP) alongside an American Curriculum pathway. English is the principal language of instruction, with a German–English bilingual program available on the Oberursel campus from Grade 3. The Oberursel campus houses the Primary, Elementary and Upper School, and features the Stroth Center for Learning and Athletics, an Arts, Science and Technology wing opened in 2007, and an Auditorium opened in 2011. FIS was established in 1961 by six expatriate families and now serves about 1,800 students. The Primary Library holds over 12,000 titles and the Elementary Library over 16,000. Extracurriculars include the REAL Activities program, music ensembles, and service and sustainability clubs.
International School Stuttgart (ISS) is a private, non-profit international school in Germany with two campuses, in Degerloch and Sindelfingen. It is an IB World School offering the full continuum: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Early Years to Grade 5, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6–10, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11–12. The school serves students aged 3 to 18 and uses inquiry-based, interdisciplinary learning aligned with IB standards. English is the primary language of instruction, with German language offerings and opportunities to study Spanish and French; intensive English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is available for non-English-speaking students. Facilities include science labs, music and art spaces, a rooftop library, flexible dining areas, and IT resources across campuses. The Upper School Degerloch campus opened in 2024. ISS hosts Model United Nations conferences, offers Duke of Edinburgh's International Award, Erasmus+ exchanges, and a university counseling program.
Situated in Berlin, the Swedish School in Berlin gGmbH is an international day school serving students from age 4 to 18. The school follows the Swedish curriculum for Grundskolan, Förskoleklass and fritidshemmet according to Lgr22, while integrating overseas Swedish regulations and aligning with Berlin's primary school requirements. Instruction begins with Swedish alongside German and English from preschool, with language profiles developing through year 6. The multilingual environment reflects Swedish, Norwegian and German contexts. The campus at Landhausstrasse 26-28 houses a Swedish-speaking community plus the Svenska Victoriaförsamlingens förskola in the same building; the facilities include an indoor sports hall and a well-equipped schoolyard used for frequent local excursions. The school emphasises practical learning through age-integrated classes, after-school care until 17:00, and opportunities in music and culture, most notably the annual Lucia concert. With a small, school-based community, the school nurtures individual progress while connecting students to Berlin's cultural landscape worldwide.
BilinGO Primary School is a privately owned Ersatzschule located in the Braunsfeld district of Cologne. The school teaches the North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) curriculum using an immersive 50/50 bilingual model, instructing students equally in German and English. Class teachers deliver lessons alongside English native speakers and teaching assistants to ensure daily language exposure. Serving children between the ages of five and ten, classes are capped at 22 students to facilitate focused attention and weekly learning support groups. The daily schedule runs from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., integrating mandatory lunch periods and optional afternoon clubs, such as guitar and piano. A distinct feature of BilinGO Primary is its seamless connection to the broader BilinGO network, sharing a location with the BilinGOlinos Kindergarten and offering a direct pathway to the BilinGO Campus for secondary education. This structure allows students to pursue continuous bilingual instruction from early childhood through to the Abitur.
Nelson Mandela School is a state-funded international bilingual school in Berlin for students aged 6–18. It blends Berliner Rahmenlehrpläne with international streams to meet Berlin regulations. Upper secondary offers bilingual Abitur or International Baccalaureate Diploma. The German and Mathematics curricula follow Berlin's framework, while the primary curriculum aligns with the National Curriculum for England, Wales and Northern Ireland; English instruction incorporates Jolly Phonics, the Oxford Reading Tree and Oxford International Literacy. Science, History and Geography at the primary level are taught in English by staff; Art is anchored by the Visual Journal across grades. Since 2017, media literacy and digital skills are embedded across subjects with ongoing teacher training. The campus includes an on-site gym, a versatile schoolyard, and nearby facilities. Two bilingual libraries house about 100,000 books; UNESCO ASPN and ECIS affiliations reflect its ties. Tuition is not charged as it is government-funded; IB and Abitur pathways are available.
The Moser Schule Schweizer Gymnasium is a private, state-recognized gymnasium, part of the Moser Schule network and run as a non-profit gGmbH. It offers a bilingual German-French-English curriculum from Grade 5 for students aged 10 to 18. The school follows German and French curricular traditions, with immersion instruction in French and English. In Grade 10, students obtain the Mittlerer Schulabschluss (MSA), opening path to upper secondary study. In Grades 11–12, students can complete Abitur or AbiBac, aligning with Swiss and international pathways. The school emphasizes a multilingual humanities and science focus, with interdisciplinary project work and internships in the upper years. Learning is supported by social pedagogy and school psychology, and environment is modernized with digital equipment. Exchanges are maintained with Swiss partner schools Genf and Nyon and a French partner school within the AbiBac framework. About 330 students are enrolled, with recognitions like Exzellente Digitale Schule and Berufliche Orientierung.
Berlin Metropolitan School is a private day school in Berlin Mitte serving ages 3 to 18. It offers the IB Primary Years Programme and Diploma Programme, plus Cambridge IGCSE and German Curriculum, with instruction delivered in English and German. The school is an IB World School and Cambridge International School, applying Berliner Rahmenlehrplan for its Primary School, which uses a transdisciplinary, inquiry-based Programme of Inquiry with six themes. Core subjects include Math, German and English; German and English are taught as core languages, with in-house support through German as a Foreign Language and English as a Foreign Language. The campus features libraries, science labs, and digital infrastructure (Apple devices, Office 365, classroom displays). 1,100 students from 69 nations are taught by 200 staff. Facilities include a rooftop terrace and 75 clubs, ranging from drama to STEM and language activities. After-school programs include CCEP, Hort, and SDG-related activities for students worldwide.
Metropolitan International School in Viernheim provides bilingual education for students aged three months to 18 years. The school follows the Cambridge International curriculum integrated with German state curriculum standards. Students work toward IGCSEs and A-Levels. The campus includes a dedicated nursery, a forest kindergarten, and secondary facilities equipped with science labs and a cafeteria serving fresh meals. A notable feature is the school's extended day program, which operates from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, incorporating supervised study periods and various afternoon activities. This structure supports families by combining classroom learning with extracurricular engagement on one site. Students study primarily in English and German, preparing them for both local and international transitions. The school is officially recognized as a state-approved "Ersatzschule." This dual-pathway approach ensures learners meet German educational requirements while attaining international qualifications. All-day care is available throughout the year, including during most autumn, Easter, and summer holidays.
IS Ruhr is a private international English-language day school in Essen, Germany, offering an IB World School curriculum from early years to the IB Diploma Programme. The Primary Years Programme (PYP) runs for ages 3–11 in English, with inquiry-based, transdisciplinary learning. Grades 6–10 are a Middle Years Programme candidate school, Cambridge IGCSE is offered in Grades 9–10, followed by the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11–12. Mittlere Reife after grade 10 via IGCSE and Internationales Abitur after grade 12 are recognised. The campus began in 2010 at Villa Koppers and moved to Moltkeplatz 1 in 2012; the Learn Atelier opened in 2017. IS Ruhr joined ECIS in 2024 and graduated its first cohort in 2024, with MYP candidacy progressing in 2025. English is the language of instruction in primary years. After-school care runs 7:30–8:15 and 16:00/17:00; activities include Drama Club, EY3 piano, and Choir. The Parents' Association supports the school.
Obermayr International School in Schwalbach am Taunus is a German-law international school opened in 2009. It offers a German curriculum alongside the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and serves ages 0–18, including nursery to grade 13. The 40,000 m² campus hosts bilingual primary and secondary education; lessons run 8 am–3 pm with after-school care until 6 pm and a Mensa. Class sizes are around 22 pupils, with immersion teaching in German and English and native speaker delivery. Upper secondary is bilingual, with Einführungsphase (years 10–11) and Qualifikationsphase (years 11–13), five Leistungskurse and Grundkurse across four subject fields: sprachlich-literarisch-künstlerisches, gesellschaftswissenschaftliches, mathematisch-naturwissenschaftlich-technisches, and Sport. A second language is required; bilingual tracks use English in certain subjects. Abitur is the university entrance qualification, with Hessisches Internationales Abitur possible when English-taught courses are completed, and Cambridge test preparation for US universities. The school uses a web-based learning platform and emphasizes integration and intercultural learning.
Berlin International School (BIS) is a private, non-profit, non-denominational day school on Campus Lentzeallee in southwest Berlin. It serves around 996 students from over 70 nations, from kindergarten through the IB Diploma Programme, covering ages 3 to 18. BIS operates an IB World School curriculum with the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). In Grades 6–10, students follow a bilingual Middle Years Programme aligned with the Berlin Rahmenlehrplan and BIS's interpretation. Cambridge IGCSE is offered as part of the academic program. The school emphasizes inquiry-based learning and global perspectives, and promotes multilingualism with English and German language development, supported by a multilingual library and integrated Educational Technology. BIS is part of Stiftung Private-Kant-Schulen gGmbH and is fully accredited by the Council of International Schools and MSA-CESS. Facilities include a library, technology resources, health and wellbeing staff, after-school care (ASA), and a broad range of sports, arts, and extracurricular activities. Students prepare for post-secondary education worldwide through the IB Diploma pathway.
John F. Kennedy School Berlin is a public, K-12 German-American bilingual school in Berlin Steglitz-Zehlendorf, serving more than 1,600 students. The program combines a German curriculum with an American approach and offers Advanced Placement in the upper grades, enabling graduates to pursue either the German Abitur or a U.S. High School Diploma. From Elementary through Grade 6, instruction is bilingual, with daily integration of English and German; in Grades 7–12, instruction is balanced across languages, preparing students to graduate fluent in both. The campus at Teltower Damm hosts facilities, including a library serving both language programs, computer labs, a media center, and multiple gyms, plus a year-round rowing option and fields. Extracurriculars abound: Model United Nations, Suzuki violin, choirs, Odyssey of the Mind, and Scouting, alongside the JFK Friendship Center and Hort after-school care. The school emphasizes bicultural, international education and offers language electives such as French, Spanish, and Latin.
The Lycée Franco-Allemand Hamburg (LFA Hamburg) is a Franco-German high school co-financed by France and Germany and part of the AEFE network. It serves pupils aged 10 to 18 and offers a bilingual curriculum that blends French and German educational traditions. The partner language is taught daily by native-speaking teachers, and English is introduced from CM2 with additional European languages available. From 4th grade, more subjects are taught jointly in both languages, and from 2nde German and French students study in mixed classes with about half the courses in each language. The school supports bilingual learning across subjects and collaboration across languages; the Franco-German Baccalaureate enables entry to higher education in both countries, and Erasmus+ exchanges are conducted with partner schools. The campus opened at Hartsprung in 2020, with a planned Altona campus near the Elbe in late 2025. Facilities include a central CDI library, a cafeteria, lockers, and new sports halls; media projects such as radio, cinema, and DFG TV are part of the curriculum. After-school care (GBS) operates on-site.
Phorms Bilingual School Hamburg is privately funded in central Hamburg serving ages 1 to 18 across Day Care, Primary and Secondary Campuses. It offers bilingual instruction in German and English from nursery onward, supported by native-speaking staff within a cosmopolitan community from 45 nations. The Secondary follows the Cambridge framework with Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels, and prepares students for Cambridge certificates from year 10. The curriculum emphasises Bilingual Education, Self-Organised Learning, Talent Development, Media Education, Qualifications and Career Orientation. From year 6, students learn Spanish and/or French as additional languages, with many bringing other languages from home. Classrooms are equipped with interactive Smart Boards and personal laptops; an in-house IT team supports digital learning and media literacy. Facilities cover science, sports, and music, and all-day care operates 7:30 to 18:00. The school participates in initiatives such as School without Racism, School with Courage, underscoring its commitment to education today.
Salem International College at the Härlen Campus in Überlingen offers students in Grades 11 and 12 the choice between the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma in English and the German Abitur. Situated directly on the shores of Lake Constance, the campus features a central community building housing a theatre workshop, library, and café, alongside an artificial turf hockey pitch (Source: schule-schloss-salem.de). Rooted in Kurt Hahn’s educational principles, the school emphasizes practical responsibility. A distinctive requirement for all students is active participation in essential campus services, such as the fully operational student-run Fire Brigade, the First Aid team, or nautical services. Outdoor education remains another signature program; students engage in continuous outdoor excursions, building upon foundational experiences like the nine-day Outward Bound wilderness expedition in Norway. Boarders live in residential wings of approximately 18 students, ensuring structured, individual daily support.
Taunus International Montessori School (TIMS) is an international, English-speaking early years program in Oberursel, Germany. The school serves three groups of children aged 3 to 6 years and a toddler group for 18 months to 36 months. The day runs from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, with early morning care from 8:00 am and after-school options most days from 3:00 to 4:00 pm; aftercare is available Mondays to Thursdays from 3:00 to 5:00 pm and on Fridays from 3:00 to 4:30 pm. The curriculum follows the Montessori philosophy, using materials designed for independent use with built-in error control. Children progress at their own pace, developing concentration, coordination, and self-discipline. Each week includes German language sessions, along with music and gym. Afterschool activities cover soccer, tennis, taekwondo, English and German book clubs, science club, and home economics, allowing families to tailor schedules. The campus is a modern, spacious building in Oberursel with outdoor spaces and access to nature walks nearby.
BBIS Berlin Brandenburg International School is a day and boarding international school serving students aged 3 to 18. The school offers the International Baccalaureate continuum: Primary Years Programme in Early Education and Grades 1–5; Middle Years Programme in Grades 6–10; Diploma Programme in Grades 11–12, with an additional BBIS High School Diploma as an alternative path. All teaching is in English, with German language exposure in the Primary years and language acquisition in other years. The campus sits on 360,000 square metres of forested grounds in Kleinmachnow, just southwest of Berlin, and features five buildings, science labs, design/technology spaces, libraries, and dedicated study spaces. The school provides sport facilities, a GISST competition program, a robust arts offering including music, drama, and visual arts, and a technology focus with robotics, 3D printing, and a 24/7 digital library. ACE centre offers targeted support for Grades 11–12, complementing the IB with study workshops.
Erasmus Frankfurter City School is a trilingual educational institution in Frankfurt’s Ostend district, catering to children from one year old through primary school. The school operates as a state-approved private facility following the Hessian curriculum, integrated with an immersion method in German, English, and Spanish. In each primary class, native speakers for each language work alongside the children throughout the day. Facilities include a library, a gymnasium, and specialized rooms for art and music. A distinctive feature is its status as a certified "Fairtrade School," promoting global awareness and sustainable consumption. Students participate in the "Erasmus Hour," a dedicated time for cross-grade projects and independent research. The school provides an organic lunch program prepared in its own kitchen. This trilingual approach ensures students interact naturally with three languages across all subjects and social activities, rather than through isolated language lessons.
Located in a 13th-century castle in Überlingen near Lake Constance, Salem International College - Spetzgart Castle offers a unique boarding experience for students in grades 11 and 12. The school provides two distinct academic pathways: the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme taught in English, and the German Abitur. A defining feature of a Salem education is its mandatory three-year community service initiative, where students actively participate in essential local services such as the school’s own fire brigade, technical relief organization (THW), or sea rescue operations. Campus facilities include historical castle buildings, science centres, and a private harbour constructed by students in 1933. Students also participate in mandatory outdoor education excursions, including extensive Outward Bound expeditions to Norway, to build teamwork and resilience. Around 600 students from over 45 nations study across Salem’s campuses, supported by class sizes of just 10 to 20 students.
Franconian International School (FIS) is a private international day school in Erlangen offering an IB continuum from the Primary Years Programme to Diploma Programme, together with a bespoke curriculum. The Primary School serves ages 3 to 12 with the transdisciplinary PYP, while the Secondary School follows MYP (Grades 6–10) and offers the DP for Grades 11–12, after which students graduate with the FIS High School Diploma. The DP provides courses across six groups, including English, German, Business Management, Geography, Biology, Mathematics and Arts; the High School Diploma requires 24 credits across core and additional areas. FIS is NEASC, CIS and IPC accredited, and became an IB Continuum School in 2025. The campus is purpose-built in Erlangen with libraries, science laboratories, multiple gyms, a football field, and ICT. An ASA program, MUN, music lessons, and GISST sports enrich learning beyond the classroom, supported by the Advisory and University and Careers programs.
Located in Berlin's western districts, SIS Swiss International School Berlin offers a bilingual, internationally oriented education for ages 3 to 18. The campus sits amid 60,000 square meters of wooded parkland, with spacious grounds, a cantine, two libraries, two science laboratories, art and music studios, modern computer rooms and dedicated study and relaxation spaces. The school delivers the IB Diploma Programme (DP) in addition to ongoing bilingual instruction in German and English from Kindergarten through Secondary School, enabling students to pursue either the German Abitur or the IB Diploma. Across the day, students benefit from a diverse after-school program, hot lunch, and a shuttle service. Extra-curriculars include international exchanges, Model United Nations, art projects, and SIS Cup sports events. Unique features include cross-school collaboration within the SIS network and an emphasis on global citizenship through bilingual, intercultural learning and evidence-based inquiry. It supports curiosity through projects and global inquiry daily.
École Voltaire Berlin is a private French establishment within the AEFE network, with two Berlin campuses serving children ages 3 to 12. It offers the French national curriculum with a bilingual Franco‑German program. In Maternelle, instruction is shared equally between French and German (13 hours per week per language), with curricula adapted to Berlin. In Élementaire, about 55% of lessons are in French and 45% in German, with German used in several subjects and English introduced from CE2 (two hours per week). Since October 2024 the school is recognised as an Ersatzschule under private sponsorship by the Verein zur Förderung der französischen Bildung in Berlin e.V., whose managing sponsor is Ms. Deppe‑Prugnaud. The two campuses host a cantine served by Leckerlogisch, and Friday Garderie. The school emphasises outdoor learning, arts, and language development, with after-school activities via Cours et Jardins and Wednesday activities with Berlin Music School, including Capsule productions.
Founded in 1985, the International School of Stuttgart (ISS) Degerloch campus serves students from age 3 to 18 through the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework. The campus recently expanded with a new facility in August 2024 that centers on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM), featuring dedicated makerspaces and scientific laboratories. In the Early Years "Nest," children follow an inquiry-based model influenced by the Reggio Emilia approach, utilizing dedicated outdoor learning areas and gardens. ISS emphasizes service learning, notably through its student-led KIVA micro-financing program which supports global entrepreneurs. The school provides a bus service for the regional community and offers language instruction in German, French, and Spanish. Classes are historically capped at 16 students to ensure individual attention. Located in a green suburb 15 minutes from the city center, the school balances local cultural integration with an English-language curriculum recognized by German educational authorities.
International School of Hamburg (ISH) is a private, independent, non-profit international school in Hamburg, Germany, serving around 730 students from over 55 nationalities. The school offers a continuous international curriculum from Early Years to Grade 12. The Early Years follow the IEYC; the Junior School uses the IPC with cross-curricular units in Science, History, Geography, Art, Technology and International Understanding, supported by specialist teachers in Music, German, Physical Education, Library Skills and ICT. The Secondary School follows the IB framework: MYP for Grades 6–10 and DP and IBCP for Grades 11–12, with French or Spanish starting in Grade 6. The 41,000-square-metre campus includes a 19,000-square-metre building, a Performing Arts Centre with a 400-seat auditorium, a well-resourced library, campus-wide ICT, and science laboratories. ISH emphasizes pastoral care, EAL and Mother Tongue support, and sustainability, including Eco-School accreditation achieved in 2025 and biodiversity projects. ISH also emphasizes pastoral care and language support.
Phorms Bilingual School Frankfurt is a private German‑English day school offering Kita through Abitur, with classes taught in two languages by native‑speaking teachers. The school follows the Hessian curriculum and provides Cambridge Primary, Cambridge IGCSE, and the German curriculum, with language‑track transitions possible at any time based on language skills. The Primary School operates on two campuses — City Campus in Frankfurt's historic Holzhausen district and Taunus Campus in Steinbach — and a bus connects them to support cross‑campus bilingual education. The Secondary School emphasizes STEM and digital learning, with computer science as an elective in the lower years becoming a regular subject, and Year 10 offering IGCSE. The school holds Digital School and DigitalPakt Schule credentials and has earned a MINT‑freundliche Schule certificate. Facilities include modern science, sport and music spaces, high‑speed Wi‑Fi, tablets and interactive whiteboards. A broad after‑school program and vacation camps complement an intercultural, multilingual community.
Charles Dickens Primary School Berlin operates as a State European School with an English–German Europe Branch that welcomes German- and English-speaking pupils. Located at Dickensweg 15, 14055 Berlin, the school comprises three buildings with spaces for Art and Science, libraries and ICT. Europe Branch runs 8:00–16:00, with supervision before and after school. English-taught subjects include English mother tongue, English partner tongue, Environmental Studies (years 1–4), History and Citizenship (years 5–6), Geography (years 5–6) and Science (years 5–6); German-taught subjects include German mother tongue, German partner tongue, Maths, Ethics and Religion; Art, Music and Sport can be delivered in either language, and French is offered in years 5–6. Europe Branch provides bilingual provision with English staff; a library of English and German books is supported by English librarians funded by the Förderkreis. Extracurricular options include theatre workshops, football, choir and a science club; student leadership is exercised in a School Parliament.
European School RheinMain is a private European School near Frankfurt, Germany, serving students aged 4 to 18. It operates within the European Schools system and offers curricula on one campus: the European Schools curriculum leading to the European Baccalaureate and the International Baccalaureate programme. The IB pathway began with the Middle Years Programme in 2021 and added the Diploma Programme in 2024, with most subjects taught in English (the second language is taught within the curriculum). The campus opened in 2012–2014 and features a four-court sports hall, a basketball/football field, and Primary and Secondary libraries with 24/7 access to an electronic library via Sora app. Sustainability is central through initiatives such as a Tiny Forest project that will plant over 500 trees. The school welcomes students regardless of parental employer. Extracurriculars cover sport, music, languages, science and culture, with teams including Golf, Football, Tennis and Cricket, and the Parents' Association.
Leipzig International School welcomes families to a vibrant community in the Schleußig neighborhood, educating students from ages 1 to 18. We teach an inquiry-based internal curriculum in the lower grades, progressing to the Cambridge IGCSE in Grades 9 and 10, and culminating in the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11 and 12. Students learn English as the primary language of instruction while also acquiring German, French, or Spanish. Our campus features highly specialized spaces, including an 800-square-meter school garden carefully developed by the student-led LIS Green Team, which actively serves as an outdoor classroom. A truly distinctive tradition here is the annual Proud House Day, alongside our older students' continuous leadership in organizing the local Model United Nations conference. From our unique afternoon Hort program to our Varsity boys' championship-winning GISST football team, we always ensure every single child remains deeply engaged, firmly supported, and thoroughly prepared for their future.
Lycée Français International Simone Veil is a French international school in Düsseldorf, part of the AEFE network, serving ages 3–18 across four sections: Maternelle, Élementaire, Collège and Lycée. Instruction is in French, with German as the host-country language from early years and English introduced from Moyenne Section. The AbiBac binational section links the French bac with the German Abitur, and the European English and American International Sections offer additional bac paths. The curriculum centers on the French Baccalauréat, with Abibac and BFI options and a shared core including science, philosophy, history-geography, languages, EMC and EPS; DNL is taught in a foreign language for enrichment. The school provides a secondary and primary library network (CDI/BCD), seven computer stations, and strong language provision. Sports feature prominently, with a Sports Week and UNSS participation, plus after‑school activities (APS). In 2024, the school reported a 100% pass rate at the Baccalauréat; about 46 nationalities are represented.
Skandinaviska Skolan i Hamburg is a registered association (e.V.) run by Svenska Klubben in Hamburg and follows the Swedish curriculum. The primary school (kindergarten to grade 6) has been closed since spring 2022. It now offers an afternoon language program and supplementary Swedish for children and youths attending German or international schools. Courses take place at Brahmsallee 99: Thursdays 16:15–18:00 and every other Saturday 10:15–12:30; online sessions are planned for 2025/2026 on Tuesdays 17:15–18:15. The program serves children and youths aged 6–20 and adults through Swedish courses. Fees are €320 per year for government-subsidy eligible students and €395 for non-subsidy eligible students. The supplementary Swedish curriculum focuses on reading, writing and spoken Swedish and includes Swedish culture, geography and history. Teachers from Scandinavia hold Swedish teaching degrees and provide individually tailored instruction in age-integrated groups. The school emphasizes integration into German surroundings with attention to German language and culture. It moved to its current premises in 1957 and maintains a well-stocked library. Historically, it is among the earliest international schools.
International School of Düsseldorf (ISD) is an independent, co-educational day school founded in 1968, located in Kaiserswerth, in Germany's international community. The school offers an IB Continuum curriculum, with the Primary Years Programme in the Elementary School, the Middle Years Programme in the Senior School, and the Diploma Programme in the Senior School. This structure is supported by about 54 DP courses, and more than 90% of Grades 11–12 students are enrolled in the Diploma Programme. ISD serves students aged 3 to 17 and places well-being at the foundation of learning. 10-acre campus houses multiple buildings, three libraries, seven science laboratories, five computer rooms, a design technology room, and dedicated centres for visual and performing arts, plus 350-seat theatre and three cafeterias. The Senior School Sports and Community Centre supports NECIS competition sports, and the school offers a broad co-curricular program, including robotics, performing arts, and a Mother Tongue Programme.
Located in Oberursel, SIS Swiss International School Frankfurt is a state-approved Ersatzschule and private day school serving ages 5 to 11, with continuity from Reception to Abitur or IB Diploma. The school is part of the SIS network and delivers a bilingual English–German curriculum. Reception is full-day (7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.) with English- and German-speaking teachers alternating. Primary follows the Hessian core curriculum and is supplemented by SIS bilingual reading and writing; maths and social studies are taught in both languages, with two teachers per class rotating. The Secondary School (7–10) is bilingual and follows a state curriculum, culminating in Mittlerer Schulabschluss, with benchmarking tests in mathematics, German and English; Years 11–13 offer Abitur and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, including a possible double diploma path. The campus emphasizes technology-enabled learning, a full-day concept, extensive after-school care, and a strong sense of international community through cross‑grade projects and SIS exchanges globally.
School International Potsdam is a private international school in Potsdam, Germany, offering daycare, primary and upper secondary education on a single campus. The school runs Montessori and German curricula and delivers bilingual instruction in German and English from early years. Since 2005 it has been the first and only bilingual school in Potsdam. The International Primary School Potsdam (Years 1–6) provides bilingual German or English classes, while the International Comprehensive School (Years 7–13) offers Abitur preparation with two compulsory electives from a choice including WAT, MuK, Spanish, UuG and Environment and Society, plus mentoring and dedicated study guidance. The grounds feature Kita First daycare, Kita Children's House, a large outdoor sports field, a water playground and forest-adjacent spaces. Classrooms are equipped with diverse materials and subject rooms; pupils use iPads for self-organised learning. A broad range of after-school activities and projects connects learning to real-world challenges. A high-trust environment.
Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin is a private all-day school in Berlin-Zehlendorf offering Cambridge-based curricula in Primary and Secondary. The school serves ages 5 to 18 and provides continuous bilingual education in German and English from the entrance class onward. The school is organized as an entrance class, a primary school (1st–6th), and a secondary school (7th–12th). It is a state-approved alternative school in Berlin-Zehlendorf. Instruction is bilingual, with German and English taught from early years. The curriculum combines Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary programmes, extending to Gymnasium and Abitur pathways within a bilingual framework. The learning environment emphasizes self-organized, goal-oriented learning, media literacy, and the responsible and creative use of digital tools. Excellent IT equipment supports digital learning, and digital tools are used across subjects. The mission centers on appreciation, mindfulness, willingness to learn, and confidence. The school fosters a community and supports students in preparing for university studies worldwide.
Internationales Stiftungsgymnasium Magdeburg (ISG) is a private co-educational secondary school in Magdeburg, Germany, operated by the Stiftung Evangelische Jugendhilfe St. Johannis Bernburg foundation. The school offers a trilingual education in German, English, and French, with immersive language acquisition from grade 5. Students can pursue the IB Diploma Programme from age 16. The school follows a digital-first approach with a Bring Your Own Device policy and collaborative digital learning methods. A distinctive feature is the "Happiness" class integrated across all grade levels. An all-day programme runs from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM with holiday care available. ISG is an IB World School and participates in Erasmus+ and eTwinning programmes.
Berlin Bilingual School provides a structured, two-country education for students aged 6 to 18. The school combines the Berlin State Curriculum with elements of a British framework and Cambridge IGCSE, supporting language development. The Primary School follows the Berliner Rahmenlehrplan, with 90-minute teaching blocks and 45-minute lessons. From Grade 3 onward, classes include an Erzieher:in in core subjects, and Grade 5 offers French or Spanish; English and German are taught at native level. The programme prepares students for bilingual qualifications in Secondary School, with more than half the staff native speakers and at least C1 proficiency in the other language. Primary classes are capped at 25 pupils. The campus for the Primary is in Friedrichshain, the Secondary in Pankow, connected by accessible transport links. Facilities include chemistry, music and art rooms, a library, a garden, and social work spaces; theatre, sport halls, and venues are used for performances and PE.
Bavarian International School (BIS) is a non-profit gAG with two Munich campuses: City Campus in Schwabing and the Haimhausen Campus. BIS offers the full International Baccalaureate continuum—PYP for ages 3–12, MYP for 13–16, and DP and CP for 16–19—with English as the language of instruction. German is taught from Grade 1 and additional languages (French, Spanish, Japanese and Mandarin) begin in Grade 6. The school serves approximately 1,250 students from more than 60 nations. BIS provides language and learning support, pastoral care and university counselling. Facilities include three libraries, City Campus and Haimhausen Makerspaces, Technology & Design Labs and Visual & Performing Arts spaces, plus indoor and outdoor PE facilities. About 80 after-school activities are offered weekly. Signature clubs include Model United Nations, BIS Entrepreneurship Club and The Duke of Edinburgh International Award, reflecting BIS's emphasis on leadership, inquiry and service.
The Lycée Jean Renoir de Munich is a French AEFE school offering maternelle through lycée on two Munich campuses. The primary campus is Ungsteinerstraße 50 in Giesing and the secondary campus is Berlepschstraße 3 in Sendling. The school serves more than 1,200 students aged 2 to 18 and follows the French Ministry of National Education program, with Bavarian language, civilization and culture components. In the lycée, students progress through Seconde, Première and Terminale, choosing specialty subjects with increasing emphasis and optional subjects to complete their parcours. Language pathways include the Baccalauréat, Abibac, BFI, and a European Section in English; ELCE will be offered as a one-hour-per-week module from 2025-2026. Facilities include a primary library, a music room and a teaching kitchen, while the secondary campus houses a CDI and student foyer, plus gymnasia and outdoor play areas. Since September 2025, the secondary garden provides complete organic midday meals for students.
Schule Schloss Salem offers a distinctive educational experience on the historic grounds of a former Cistercian monastery near Lake Constance. For over a century, the boarding school has focused on character building and responsibility alongside classroom learning. Students choose between the German Abitur and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. A defining feature of the school is its compulsory "Dienste" (Services) program. Instead of standard afternoon clubs, upper-level students actively participate in real-world community services, such as the local volunteer fire brigade, the Technical Relief Agency (THW), or the Nautical Service, which includes water rescue training on the lake. The campus provides unique facilities, including a school-owned harbor, artisan workshops for carpentry and mechanics, and dedicated spaces for outdoor education. By living in small "Mentorate" (boarding groups), young people develop independence and learn to support their peers in a deeply engaged, active learning environment.
St. George's Munich is an independent British international school in the heart of Munich dedicated to preparing students for higher education around the world. The school teaches a hybrid of the British National Curriculum and the International Baccalaureate across ages 2 to 18, offering Early Years through to the Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP), with IGCSE preparation for ages 14 to 16. The campus features purpose-built facilities for Early Years through Secondary, including modern science laboratories, art studios, a library with e-books, and a performing arts theatre. Extensive outdoor spaces, a rooftop basketball pitch, climbing wall, and dedicated sports pitches support a broad physical education programme. A wide range of clubs covers sport, arts, science and service, while Service Learning and the Duke of Edinburgh Award foster leadership and global citizenship. The school joined St. George's Group in 2013 and emphasizes curiosity, courage, confidence and community in its values-driven approach. Its small class sizes and personalised support help students thrive academically while developing resilience, empathy and independent thinking for success in diverse educational systems.
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