Public primary school with bilingual SESB education. Integrated bilingual learning groups from Grade 1 — 50/50 German and English mother-tongue students taught together. Free to attend. Ages 6–12.
Note: These schools prioritize local residents. You must be registered (Anmeldung) in Berlin before applying.
SESB schools are government-funded and completely free. However, catchment area registration is a strict requirement. Families who are not yet registered in Berlin will not be considered for a place, regardless of language qualifications.
FREE (SESB). 50/50 German-English state school. The catch: Catchment area is everything. You must live nearby to have a realistic shot at this one.
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