7 schools across Germany
Germany has a network of SESB (Staatliche Europa-Schule Berlin) and bilingual state schools that provide private-school-level bilingual education for €0. These are the most sought-after schools for expat families in Berlin. There are currently 5 SESB schools listed in this directory.
Fees are tiered based on State Recognition status and location
Top-tier facilities, extensive sports/arts, and the full IB or British curriculum. Often in Munich or Frankfurt.
e.g. FIS Frankfurt, MIS Munich, ISH Hamburg
Established international schools, often non-profit, providing a solid expat experience.
e.g. Berlin British, St. George's, Bavarian Int. (BIS)
Receive some state funding. Fees often scale based on your income. Great value bilingual education.
e.g. Phorms, Berlin Bilingual, European School Munich
This is not an exhaustive list. Germany has many more international schools across its cities and regions — this directory is designed to give you a helpful starting point. For a full personalised search based on your location, budget and requirements, contact our school advisors.
Leading IB World Day and Boarding School in the Berlin-Brandenburg region. ~900 day students and ~80 boarders from 3–19. Small classes (under 20), 24/7 security and strong child-protection policy. Ages 3–19.
Not just another international school — visitors see it immediately on the beautiful parkland campus. World-class faculty, inspiring interactions and outstanding IB education. Fees not publicly listed. Ages 4–18.
Leading culturally diverse and family-oriented international school. Dynamic, inquiry-driven IB education of the highest standard. Inspires individuals to develop intellect, creativity and character. Two campuses in Oberursel and Wiesbaden. Ages 3–18.
State-recognised IB World School on a brand-new 19,000m² sustainable campus at Butzweilerhof. ~460 students, bilingual Montessori kindergarten on campus. Small boarding school for students 15+ on site. Ages 6–18.
One of Germany's most prestigious boarding schools on Lake Constance. Unique character — young people experience lasting community life by living together. German curriculum plus IB Diploma. Ages 10–19.
Fusion of German boarding school excellence and globally-oriented education. Full-time supervision in a multicultural setting. Students focus on 3–4 subjects, with English as primary teaching language and German from A1. Internationally recognised degree. Ages 15–18.
Located in southwest Germany, BFA provides quality international Christian education for Grades 5–12. Serves children of international Christian workers and business families seeking a North American curriculum with a Christian worldview. Fees not publicly listed. Ages 10–18.
These are not full-time day schools. They offer supplementary language classes, cultural programs, or afternoon courses. Please verify directly before enrolling.
A supplementary Nordic cultural hub. The catch: CRITICAL: The full-time primary school closed in 2022. It now only offers "Supplementary Swedish" and afternoon courses. Do not list as a full-day school.
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