Phorms Bilingual School Frankfurt - City Campus vs The European School Frankfurt

	P Phorms Bilingual School Frankfurt - City Campus Frankfurt, Germany	T The European School Frankfurt Frankfurt, Germany
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €2,920 - 11,924	Fees / year €4,370 - 8,358
Age range	Age range 1 - 18 years	Age range 4 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, German Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, French Curriculum, German Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language German, English	Instruction language German, English, French, Italian, Spanish
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2002
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Phorms Frankfurt City Campus (Fürstenbergerstraße 3-9, 60322 Frankfurt) in the Holzhausen district, and Phorms Campus Frankfurt Taunus (Waldstraße 91, 61449 Steinbach/Taunus).	Location Praunheimer Weg 126, 60439 Frankfurt am Main, Germany. It is in Frankfurt am Main and part of the European Schools network. The school offers education from nursery to the European Baccalaureate.
Stages	Stages Primary School at Frankfurt City and Steinbach Taunus campuses; Secondary School at Taunus Campus.	Stages Nursery, Primary, Secondary; European Baccalaureate.
School type	School type Private bilingual German-English day school.	School type European School (state-funded) run by the governments of EU member states.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Individualised support; additional staff support in most classes.	Additional learning support Educational Support is provided with General, Moderate and Intensive levels.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Germany	Country affiliation European School system supervised by the governments of the EU member states.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Open 7:30–18:00. Early Care 7:30–8:30; Arrival 8:30–9:00; Lessons 9:00–12:30; Lunch 11:15–11:30; Lessons 13:30–15:45; Pick-up 15:45; Afternoon programme 16:00–18:00.	School day structure Nursery (N): Mon–Wed 08:25–15:05; Thu–Fri 08:25–12:50. Primary P1–P2: Mon–Wed 08:25–15:05; Thu–Fri 08:25–12:50. Primary P3–P5: Mon–Thu 08:25–15:05; Fri 08:25–12:50. Secondary: Mon–Fri 08:25–16:50. Gates: Gate A (Primary) 07:30–08:45; Gate C (Secondary/Main Building) 07:30–16:00. All buildings open for pupils from 08:05.
Bus service details	Bus service details Phorms school bus connects Frankfurt City Campus to Taunus Campus and back; routes include City route and Route West/East/South with booking via schulbus.frankfurt@phorms.de.	Bus service details In the afternoons, transport services information is provided by EuroKids; contact Transport – extra-curricular activities: office@eurokids.gmbh.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Admission fees - There is no separate one‑off “application fee” stated; a one‑time administration/admission fee is charged when the contract is signed. For Primary and Secondary this administration fee is equal to 2.5 times the monthly parental contribution. - For the Kindergarten (PhorMinis) a one‑off administration fee of €1,600 is charged. When a child transfers continuously from the kindergarten into the Primary School and the PhorMinis contract has been fulfilled until 31 July of the same year, the administration fee for Primary School is reduced (to a single monthly parental contribution instead of 2.5 times the monthly contribution). Tuition fees by school level (how fees are calculated and the amounts that apply) - Kindergarten (crèche and kindergarten): fixed monthly amounts are published for Early Years. - Crèche (ages 0–3): €870 per month. - Kindergarten (ages 3–5): income‑based brackets with published monthly amounts: - Households with gross annual income under €50,000: €650 per month. - Households with gross annual income €50,000–€150,000: €700 per month. - Households with gross annual income over €150,000: €750 per month. - Primary School and Secondary School: tuition is calculated using an income‑based parental contribution model rather than fixed per‑year fees. The monthly tuition contribution for each pupil is determined from the family's gross annual income (from the penultimate calendar year before the school year begins) using the school's contribution calculator. Because the contribution is income‑based, no single fixed fee per year group or per term is published; monthly contributions vary by family income and are then charged in instalments as described below. The admission fee for these levels is charged as 2.5 times the monthly parental contribution. The school also sets a minimum contribution per child of €99 per month. Other regular charges and optional programme fees - School lunch (all students take part): €119.50 per month. - Annual learning‑materials fee: €50 per student, charged yearly. - Early morning care (daily 7:30–8:20; City campus until 8:30): options are a fixed monthly fee of €62, a single visit fee of €8, or a 10‑visit pass for €62. - Afternoon / after‑school programme (flexible day options): - 1 day/week: €46 per month. - 2 days/week: €92 per month. - 3 days/week: €138 per month. - 4 days/week: €164 per month. - 5 days/week: €184 per month. - Day attendance: €21 per month. - 10‑visit pass: €155. - Holiday programme (German‑English holiday camps and holiday clubs): programmes and prices are offered seasonally; holiday camps are available for children aged 5–12. - School bus: separate charges apply for school bus routes; these fees are billed in line with the school's payment schedule. - School clothing, class trips and excursions: additional one‑off costs may be incurred during the school year. Sibling discounts - Sibling discount on the parental contribution for Primary/Secondary: - Second child: 20% discount on the parental contribution. - Third child: 40% discount on the parental contribution. - Fourth child and subsequent children: 60% discount on the parental contribution. - Minimum contribution per child is €99 per month. Kindergarten does not offer sibling discounts. Billing schedule and payment terms - Recurring fees (parental contributions, lunch fees, school bus, early morning care and after‑school care) are billed in 12 equal monthly instalments. All recurring fees are collected by direct debit in advance on the first working day from the specified account. An invoice with a breakdown of the fees is issued by email at the time of collection. - Admission/administration fees and one‑off charges (such as the Kindergarten administration fee and material fees) are charged as stated in the enrolment offer and the contract. Boarding fees - Boarding is not offered at Phorms Frankfurt; the school provides full‑day care and after‑school programmes rather than residential boarding. Refunds and cancellations - No separate public refund schedule for fees is published on the admissions pages; contractual terms govern cancellations, refunds or reductions and are specified in the enrolment contract. Families receive the exact contractual conditions with the offer and contract at the time of enrolment. Fee payment options - Recurring fees are collected by direct debit (SEPA/direct debit from the specified account) in advance. Invoices are issued by email. Specific arrangements for payment of one‑off fees are set out in the contract or invoice.	Fee details Application fees - No separate application fee is charged. The school charges annual school fees and mandatory administrative costs as detailed below. Tuition fees (annual) by school level — School Year 2026/2027 - Nursery (Category III, first child): EUR 4,457.80 per year. - Primary (Category III, first child): EUR 6,129.55 per year. - Secondary (Category III, first child): EUR 8,358.46 per year. Sibling reductions (Category III) - 2nd child: reduction of 20% of the regular school fee. - 3rd and each further child: reduction of 40% of the regular school fee. Mandatory administrative costs and other compulsory charges (per pupil) - Insurance: EUR 5.00 (Nursery / Primary / Secondary). - Administration costs: EUR 38.00 (Nursery / Primary) and EUR 44.00 (Secondary). - Fees for books: variable (charged separately). - Lost student ID: EUR 5.00. - European Baccalaureate (BAC) exam fee: EUR 108.10 (Secondary). Billing schedule and payment terms - Parents commit to pay the full school fees for the complete school year when enrolling. A non-refundable advance payment equal to 25% of the annual school fees is due by 30 June (date set in the school's billing calendar). The remaining balance for the year is invoiced and charged after the start of the school year. Parents must quote the customer/reference number shown on their invoice when making payments. Children whose fees from the previous year are unpaid, or for whom the advance payment is not made by the stated deadline, will not be permitted to attend classes. Boarding fees - No boarding provision applies; there are no boarding fees. Other costs parents should expect - Books and materials: charged as variable costs per pupil (book lists and material costs are notified separately). - School trips, extracurricular activities, special projects or optional services may carry additional charges billed separately. - Examination-related costs (e.g., BAC exam fee listed above) and small administrative charges (lost ID, insurance) are invoiced in addition to the school fee. Refunds and withdrawal - Notice of withdrawal must be submitted in writing at least two weeks prior to the pupil leaving; the school will confirm withdrawal in writing. If a child is withdrawn during the school year, a percentage of the school fees may be reimbursed, but mandatory administrative costs and the non-refundable 25% advance payment are excluded from any reimbursement. Fee payment options and invoicing - The school issues invoices and mandatory administrative-cost invoices by email; each invoice shows a customer/reference number that must be quoted when paying. Payment is to be made using the payment details provided on the invoice; parents should follow the payment instructions on their invoice and observe the stated deadlines. Failure to pay by the deadlines noted on invoices can lead to exclusion from attendance as described above.
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements Whole-day care runs from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., including early morning care and after-school care (3:30/3:45–6:00 p.m.). A vacation program runs during school holidays with childcare from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and care until 6:00 p.m. available on request.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Wearing school clothing is compulsory. A campus collection with clothing items is available, and items can be ordered online at phorms-shop.de.	Uniform requirement There is no school uniform.
Food options	Food options Meals are balanced, regional and certified organic. Trained chefs from FPS prepare fresh meals in the school kitchen; children choose between two dishes, one vegetarian, and have access to a salad bar with fresh vegetables. Fresh water is available throughout the day.	Food options The school has a canteen that operates during the school day and a kiosk for secondary students from 08:10 to 15:00. Lunch is served from 11:30 to 14:30. Meals are prepared by an independent catering service, and parents register online if their child will have school meals.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Phorms Frankfurt is part of the Phorms Education Network.	Governance and ownership The European School Frankfurt is part of the European Schools network and is jointly supervised by the governments of the EU member states; it is a state school in Germany.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Phorms Frankfurt teaches according to the Hessian curriculum, and transfers between language tracks are possible at any time depending on language skills. The school provides a bilingual German‑English education from early years through the gymnasium, using an immersive approach where teachers speak in their native language and gestures and visuals support understanding. The Primary School operates at two campuses, Frankfurt City and Steinbach im Taunus, and emphasizes project work, interdisciplinary learning, a modern learning environment with digital tools, and a rich after‑school program. The Secondary School places a strong emphasis on STEM and digital learning, with computer science starting as an elective in the lower secondary years and becoming a regular part of the curriculum; Year 10 offers IGCSE examinations. The school holds digital credentials such as a Digital School certificate for the secondary and is equipped with DigitalPakt Schule infrastructure.	Curriculum details The European School Frankfurt offers nursery through secondary education, culminating in the European Baccalaureate. It is part of the European Schools network and provides education in a multicultural and multilingual environment. The European Baccalaureate cycle comprises the two final years of secondary education (S6 and S7). The school follows the European Schools language policy, assigning a dominant language (L1) at enrolment and providing instruction in official EU languages through mother tongue sections and vehicular language sections.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Typical class size in the Secondary School is 24 students.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results Abitur is offered as the highest school‑leaving qualification, with Realschulabschluss and Fachhochschulreife also available. In Year 10, IGCSE examinations are offered in the secondary school.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Abitur prepares students for university study in Germany and beyond. The bilingual environment supports language proficiency for international universities, and IGCSE examinations in Year 10 provide an additional pathway for international higher education. The school also offers study guidance and internships to support career planning.	Higher education progression Graduates take the European Baccalaureate, which is recognized for admission to universities in member countries; there are official arrangements for equivalence between the European Baccalaureate and the upper secondary leaving certificates of national schools.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented The school holds a MINT‑friendly School certificate, recognizing active promotion of mathematics, informatics, natural sciences and technology. The after‑school program includes competitions such as First Lego League, Jugend forscht, Mathematics Olympiad and other STEM activities to challenge advanced learners.	Gifted and talented The school has a High Potential Policy to identify and support students with high potential abilities.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning CARE: We work with every student on a personal level. We strengthen their talents and support them when challenges arise — with additional educators at Primary School, small class sizes and a wide range of extracurricular activities. The school fosters an international mindset and open culture, with German and English equally present in everyday learning and school life. There is a warm, family-like atmosphere where every child feels safe and welcome. All-day learning and living in a community provides stable social contexts for personal development.	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school provides individual support for personal development with dedicated teachers and educators offering tailored assistance. Small class sizes and a high staff-to-student ratio enable targeted attention, with teaching assistants in Primary School at Reception. Support is tailored to each child's talents and needs. The school offers a seamless educational pathway from kindergarten to Abitur, helping learners with diverse needs stay on track.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language German and English are equally present in everyday learning and school life, reflecting a bilingual immersion. Our teachers come from a wide range of English-speaking countries around the world. A bilingual approach contributes to positive language development for students in both languages. 81% of our Secondary School parents are happy with their children's language acquisition through the bilingual approach.	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The school is known for a warm, family-like atmosphere where every child feels safe and welcome. Students are seen as individuals and are supported to develop emotionally, with teachers and staff offering dedicated and sensitive support. Testimonials describe emotional development as a core strength and highlight personal development within a supportive environment. All-day learning and community life contribute to mental wellbeing through stable routines and social connections.	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The environment is safe and secure, with guaranteed supervision and teaching in a secure school setting. The open culture and warm atmosphere support safeguarding, ensuring children feel safe and welcome. The school emphasises a respectful, intercultural community and ongoing care as part of daily life.	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Phorms Frankfurt operates two bilingual campuses: City Campus in the heart of Frankfurt and Taunus Campus in Steinbach. City Campus is housed in a renovated historic post office building, while Taunus Campus sits in a green, natural setting. Both campuses provide a German-English bilingual education from Kita to Abitur, with native-speaking staff supporting learners throughout the school day. The learning environments are modern, with dedicated spaces for science, sport and music and high-quality, well-equipped classrooms with digital teaching tools. The IT infrastructure is digitally forward with high-speed Wi‑Fi and digital platforms, and the campuses have earned Digital School and DigitalPakt Schule certifications.	Facilities overview The European School Frankfurt is located at Praunheimer Weg 126, 60439 Frankfurt am Main, and serves nursery through secondary education. Nursery and P1–P2 share a Modular Building, while the Primary and Secondary sections are housed in the Main Building. Canteens are located in the Nursery Modular Building, the P1–P2 Modular Building, the Primary School Building (P3–P5) and the Secondary School, with an online ordering system. A Kiosk is used by secondary pupils, staff and invited guests. The school provides a parking area with gate-based access and security arrangements; gates A, B, C, and Gate M are used for different zones and entry is managed by security staff. The library serves the Primary School with library visits by each class and offers resources in all languages taught, plus an online catalogue and a library blog.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Sports include football, volleyball, handball and tennis at the City Campus, and City students may also use the Taunus Campus' sport facilities. Nearby, there are well-equipped sports facilities in the immediate neighbourhood, including a three-field sports hall with opportunities for tennis, volleyball, handball and football.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Phorms Frankfurt uses an immersive bilingual German-English learning environment across all levels, with native-speaking staff in classrooms and across the school day. In the primary school, class sizes are kept small and teaching assistants support students. The campuses provide modern facilities for science, sport and music and high-quality, well-equipped classrooms with digital teaching tools. The school has earned the MINT-freundliche Schule certificate and the Digitale Schule recognition, and has implemented the DigitalPakt Schule with high-speed Wi‑Fi and classroom technology such as tablets and interactive whiteboards.	Academic facilities The library provides picture books, fiction and non-fiction, audio-books, DVDs and magazines in all languages taught at the school and hosts readings, author events and theatre-workshops. The Primary Library Blog and the School Library Catalogue offer access to library resources. The language policy and multiple language sections reflect the school's multilingual academic environment. ICT governance is provided via an ICT charter and related policies to support teaching and learning.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Phorms Frankfurt offers whole-day care with early care from 7:30 a.m. to 8:20 a.m. and after-school care until 6:00 p.m., with a diverse afternoon programme and vacation care. A variety of clubs and activities are available in the afternoons and during holidays, some led by external specialists, including sports, STEM, music, art, writing and language clubs, movement rooms and a jungle gym. Vacation camps run at both the Frankfurt City Campus and the Taunus Campus and include lunch.	Extra curricular facilities Afternoon activities are offered to pupils and pupil transport and childminding services are available. The school runs school trips as part of its learning programme. Secondary pupils can use a Kiosk and other facilities around the school; the library hosts readings and theatre-workshops as part of extracurricular activities. The Parents' Association and EuroKids services provide additional after-school opportunities.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Phorms Frankfurt operates two campuses: Frankfurt City Campus in the central Holzhausen district and Taunus Campus in Steinbach. It offers nursery through Abitur education (Kita, Grundschule, Gymnasium) and provides all-day learning with after-school care. The school has been part of the Phorms Education Network for more than 15 years. A bus connects the City Campus to the Taunus Campus to support cross-campus activities and a continuous bilingual education. The campuses are part of Phorms Frankfurt, with a coordinated, two-campus structure and shared facilities.	History The European School Frankfurt opened in 2002. It was originally intended for 800-900 pupils but grew quickly, leading to extensions, containers, and a new sports hall as space remained a challenge. The school now has about 1,600 pupils and added a Spanish section in September 2018, joining the four language sections of German, English, French and Italian; SWALS are taught in all EU languages except Maltese. In consultation with the European Central Bank, Germany recognised a forecast population of 2,244 pupils by 2025, with the City of Frankfurt needing to provide a suitable site for a new building. The European School Frankfurt is described as one of the most successful schools in the European Schools system.
Community	Community Phorms Frankfurt City hosts around 250 children aged 5 to 10 in a bilingual German–English environment. The school emphasizes experiential education with city culture and clubs, including activities at gardens, museums, exhibitions, and universities, and collaborations with Frankfurt sports clubs such as Eintracht Frankfurt e.V. and TuS Makkabi Frankfurt e.V. The afternoon programme offers clubs and activities alongside a strong after-school framework, and the School Bus connects the City and Taunus campuses to foster a sense of community across locations.	Community ESF runs a broad program of multilingual, intercultural events across language sections. Dutch Language Week is an annual celebration of the Dutch language. The school hosts author visits, such as Alice Urciuolo's reading in October 2025. It also participates in Memorie Attive: Day of Remembrance and Welcome at Lampedusa, European Day of Languages, and Erasmus Maris Week, which combine language learning with cultural and scientific exchange.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association There is a Parents' Association at ESF with a board elected by parents. The December 2024 Directors' Newsletter announces the newly elected board, naming President Mr Bowles and Vice-President Ms Farkas, and thanks outgoing members for their support. The newsletter notes ongoing cooperation with the President, Vice-President and other board members in supporting school life. The association collaborates with the school on events and activities, including a year-end Christmas Concert referenced in the communications. The ESF Directors' Newsletter indicates continued engagement with the Parents' Association to advance governance and community life.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Phorms Frankfurt teaches in two languages, German and English, with daily use of both as working languages. Naturwissenschaften and Mathematik are taught in English as part of the bilingual program, supporting a strong STEM emphasis and digital literacy. Abitur is offered as the school leaving qualification, and the IGCSE and Cambridge Certificate are available as international credentials. From Year 10 onward, the curriculum emphasizes study- and career-orientation with tutors guiding students and opportunities for internships and job-center visits.	Academic & intellectual The school focuses on detailed language study, intercultural exchange among students from many European countries, and the development and encouragement of scientific work. Main tuition is in the languages of the four sections—German, English, French and Italian—and students can be taught in up to four foreign languages during the Secondary School cycle. Students are regularly engaged in projects in art, music, theatre and sport and are energetically supported by their teachers.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Extracurricular activities include choir and instrumental lessons, art, writing, language clubs and a wide range of sports. In the afternoon programme, Music and Art are offered alongside STEM, robotics/technology and languages, with dedicated movement spaces. The program supports creative expression and collaborative projects beyond regular lessons.	Arts & creative Students regularly engage in projects in art, music, theatre and sport. These activities are supported by teachers.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school uses both German and English as working languages in daily life, fostering bilingualism. It also promotes intercultural understanding and an open, global mindset within the school community. Experiential education includes visits to gardens, museums, exhibitions and universities, enriching lessons with real-world experiences. Language clubs are part of the extracurricular programme.	Cultural & language Languages of instruction include German, English, French and Italian. The school provides teaching in the official languages of the European Union, and the dominant language for a pupil is determined at enrolment and serves as the pupil's first language in class. If no language section exists for a pupil's mother tongue/dominant language, the pupil may attend vehicular language sections and receive L1 classes as SWALS (Students Without A Language Section).
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The afternoon programme runs 4 pm–6 pm with age-appropriate supervision and clubs available in addition to regular childcare. Activities include STEM, Music, Art, Robotic/Technology, Languages, Movement rooms and Jungle room, promoting social interaction and hobbies. These activities connect students with city culture and club-based experiences through excursions and partnerships with local organizations.	Social & hobbies Students regularly engage in projects in art, music, theatre and sport, contributing to social and collaborative activities within the school.
Community & service	Community & service Girls' and Boys' Day (Zukunftstag) is encouraged from Year 5 to help students explore future careers. In Year 9 and 10, students complete a two-week internship to gain practical experience. Students also participate in social projects as part of their practical and community engagement.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Leadership development and strategies are integrated into the curriculum. The school emphasizes study orientation, personal development and career planning, supported by tutors and mentors throughout the school. In addition to classroom learning, opportunities such as job-center visits and internships foster professional skills.	Leadership & professional From the fifth secondary grade (S5), students develop skills for working life. This includes a work experience completed by students in S5 and an intensive discussion about study and job prospects.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Healthy, regionally sourced meals are prepared daily by FPS Catering, with vegetarian options and consideration of allergies. A school psychologist supports students' emotional and social development and helps address challenges. Physical education includes athletics, gymnastics, dancing and ball games, with swimming often part of Year 3 and an annual sports festival.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The KiVa anti-bullying program operates at the European School Frankfurt. The KiVa team coordinates primary school lessons, conducts annual KiVa events, and addresses bullying with the involvement of classroom teachers and the school psychologist. Parents are encouraged to contact the KiVa team if concerns arise. KiVa began at the school in February 2016.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision A fundamental principle is the teaching of mother tongue as first language (L1). The school provides teaching in the official languages of the European Union. It offers four language sections: German, English, French and Italian. The dominant language is determined at enrolment, and if a pupil's mother tongue section does not exist, they are enrolled in a vehicular language section and attend L1 as SWALS.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school offers an authentic bilingual German-English learning environment. German and English are equally present in everyday learning and school life. Children grow up naturally in both languages and cultures, developing openness, confidence and ease with intercultural interactions.	Bilingual teaching The school provides main tuition in the four language sections: German, English, French and Italian. In the Secondary School cycle, students can be taught in up to four foreign languages. This structure supports multilingual education with mother tongue taught as the first language.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs The school provides an immersive German-English school experience in a global community.	Immersion programs During the Secondary School cycle, language study can extend to up to four foreign languages beyond the core sections. Language instruction is offered across multiple languages in the curriculum. These language studies occur alongside core subjects and language options. Learners have broad opportunities to develop language proficiency across the curriculum.
Reputation	Reputation
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Non-binding online registration. To register your child, complete the online registration form. After registration you will receive confirmation by email. The admission process begins after the summer holidays when your child enters Year 4. We will send you all necessary documents, including questionnaires and a request to submit the school reports from Years 2 and 3. 2. Personal meeting. If the requirements for attending the bilingual secondary school are met, a personal meeting is arranged to answer questions in an individual interview. You will have the opportunity to get to know our school and gain deeper insight into our educational concept. The meeting also helps you assess whether the program fits your expectations. 3. Our offer of a place. Once the admissions process is successfully completed and you are convinced by our school concept, you will receive an offer of a place along with the school contract. Lateral entrants are welcome. If places are available, we arrange trial days and a meeting with parents on short notice, and the Admissions Team will contact you promptly to discuss the next steps and any remaining requirements.	Admissions 1. Admission follows three categories. Cat I includes children of employees of the European Central Bank, EIOPA, AMLA and other European institutions. Cat II includes children of employees of other European institutions and companies that have signed a financing agreement with the ESF, admitted with priority if places are available after Cat I. Cat III covers private enrolments and is admitted upon availability. 2. Enrolment for school year 2025/2026 runs from 1 December 2024 to 28 February 2025; late registrations for the French, Italian and Spanish sections extend to 31 May 2025 in exceptional cases. Decisions on enrolment are sent out in April 2025 at the latest. 3. Applications must be complete in original form and signed by both legal guardians, with all accompanying documents. Accompanying documents may be provided as copies; originals are not required. Documents must be in German, English or French, with certified translations if necessary. For enrolments in Cat I and II, an employer confirmation must be attached. 4. The school does not keep a waiting list. Only applications for the next school year are accepted. During the school year, applications are considered only for Cat I or Cat II if pupils are not enrolled in Frankfurt. 5. Cat III private enrolments are admitted upon availability. The Enrolment Policy governs Cat III admissions and the overall process. 6. For school year 2026/2027, enrollment forms will be on the website as of 1 December 2025 and the enrolment period expires on 28 February 2026. Applications during the school year are considered only for Cat I and Cat II for pupils not enrolled in Frankfurt. The decision to enroll Cat II or Cat III pupils follows class size and room capacity, with priority order: Cat I first, then siblings, then Cat II with contracts, then pupils from other European Schools.
Scholarships	Scholarships Sibling discount: The second child receives a 20% discount on the parental contribution; the third child receives a 40% discount; from the fourth child onward, a 60% discount applies. The minimum contribution per child is €99/month.	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist The school does not keep a waiting list.
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