Is TCGIS tuition-free?

Yes, it is a free public charter school.

What language is used for instruction?

German is the primary language. Students learn content through German.

Do students need to speak German beforehand?

No, support is provided for non-German speakers.

What is Deutsches Sprachdiplom?

A German Language Diploma certification available to students.

Is special education available?

Yes, special education services are provided.

Is there before/after school care?

Yes, Kinderclub offers before and after school care.

Yes, both virtual and in-person tours are offered.

Twin Cities German Immersion School

United States, St. Paul

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The school at a glance

Instructs in German

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 5 - 14 years

Pupil numbers 616

Type Co-educational

Bus Service No

Academic offering

Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, German Curriculum

Taught languages German

Typical class size 14

Strengths Largest German immersion in North America, Tuition-free public charter, Deutsches Sprachdiplom certification, Support for non-German speakers

Clubs Athletics, Enrichment Classes

Stages Elementary, Middle School

Introduction

Twin Cities German Immersion School is the largest German immersion school in North America, a free public K-8 charter school in St. Paul, Minnesota. Students learn content through German, with support for non-German speakers and English language learners, plus Deutsches Sprachdiplom certification.

www.tcgis.org

1031 Como Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55103.

The Essentials

Location

TCGIS is at 1031 Como Avenue in St. Paul, MN 55103.

Stages

Kindergarten through 8th grade.

Type

TCGIS is a free co-educational public charter school.

Additional learning support

Support for non-German speakers and English language learners. Special education services.

Country affiliation

Strong German cultural and language connection.

School day structure

Office hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (school year), 9:00 AM to noon (summer).

Academics

Curriculum

German immersion where students meet learning targets using German, learning language through content. Deutsches Sprachdiplom (German Language Diploma) certification available.

Wellbeing

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Special education services available.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Support for English language learners.

Admissions

Open to all Minnesota families. Applications on enrollment page. Virtual and in-person tours.

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