SIS Swiss International School Frankfurt vs The European School Frankfurt

	S SIS Swiss International School Frankfurt Frankfurt, Germany	T The European School Frankfurt Frankfurt, Germany
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €1,680 - 14,400	Fees / year €4,370 - 8,358
Age range	Age range 5 - 19 years	Age range 4 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, 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 No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Located in Oberursel, Germany, SIS Frankfurt is at An den Drei Hasen 34-36, 61440 Oberursel. It is a few minutes' drive from the financial metropolis of Frankfurt. The campus features classrooms and special-purpose rooms equipped with contemporary infrastructure and advanced teaching technology. The school emphasizes international education with local insight.	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 Bilingual Reception Programme; Primary School; and Secondary School (7-10) and (11-13). Subjects are taught in German and English; bilingualism is not a prerequisite for admission.	Stages Nursery, Primary, Secondary; European Baccalaureate.
School type	School type State-approved Ersatzschule; private day school financed by a combination of school fees and state subsidies.	School type European School (state-funded) run by the governments of EU member states.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix 82 enrolled students; 15+ nationalities.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Educational Support is provided with General, Moderate and Intensive levels.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Switzerland; part of the SIS Swiss International School network.	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 Day school with supervision from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; exact lesson and supervision times vary between the different school levels.	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 —	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 Overview of fee structure - SIS Frankfurt charges income-based school fees that cover instruction, study time and supervision from 07:30 to 16:00. Tuition rates and a one-time entrance fee vary by gross family income and by school level (Primary School with Reception Programme and Secondary School, Grade 5). Application / one-time entrance fee - A one-time entrance fee is charged at contract signing and is non-refundable. The amount depends on gross family income and on school level. Examples by income band (entrance fee): - Gross family income up to EUR 20,000: Primary EUR 212; Secondary (Grade 5) EUR 223. - EUR 20,001–30,000: Primary EUR 424; Secondary EUR 445. - EUR 30,001–40,000: Primary EUR 636; Secondary EUR 668. - EUR 40,001–50,000: Primary EUR 795; Secondary EUR 835. - EUR 50,001–60,000: Primary EUR 954; Secondary EUR 1,002. - EUR 60,001–70,000: Primary EUR 1,060; Secondary EUR 1,113. - EUR 70,001–80,000: Primary EUR 1,166; Secondary EUR 1,224. - EUR 80,001–90,000: Primary EUR 1,272; Secondary EUR 1,336. - EUR 90,001–100,000: Primary EUR 1,378; Secondary EUR 1,447. - EUR 100,001–110,000: Primary EUR 1,378; Secondary EUR 1,447. - EUR 110,001–120,000: Primary EUR 1,378; Secondary EUR 1,447. - EUR 120,001–130,000: Primary EUR 1,378; Secondary EUR 1,447. - EUR 130,001–140,000: Primary EUR 1,378; Secondary EUR 1,447. - EUR 140,001–150,000: Primary EUR 1,378; Secondary EUR 1,447. - EUR 150,001–250,000: Primary EUR 1,378; Secondary EUR 1,447. - EUR 250,001 and above: Primary EUR 1,378; Secondary EUR 1,447. Tuition fees by income band — Primary School (with Reception Programme) - Fees are published as monthly averages. Per-term (semester) amounts are calculated as monthly × 6; annual amounts are monthly × 12. The monthly tuition rates (Primary) by gross family income are: - Up to EUR 20,000: monthly EUR 140 → per semester EUR 840 → per year EUR 1,680. - EUR 20,001–30,000: monthly EUR 281 → per semester EUR 1,686 → per year EUR 3,372. - EUR 30,001–40,000: monthly EUR 424 → per semester EUR 2,544 → per year EUR 5,088. - EUR 40,001–50,000: monthly EUR 566 → per semester EUR 3,396 → per year EUR 6,792. - EUR 50,001–60,000: monthly EUR 641 → per semester EUR 3,846 → per year EUR 7,692. - EUR 60,001–70,000: monthly EUR 736 → per semester EUR 4,416 → per year EUR 8,832. - EUR 70,001–80,000: monthly EUR 826 → per semester EUR 4,956 → per year EUR 9,912. - EUR 80,001–90,000: monthly EUR 895 → per semester EUR 5,370 → per year EUR 10,740. - EUR 90,001–100,000: monthly EUR 963 → per semester EUR 5,778 → per year EUR 11,556. - EUR 100,001–110,000: monthly EUR 1,035 → per semester EUR 6,210 → per year EUR 12,420. - EUR 110,001–120,000: monthly EUR 1,092 → per semester EUR 6,552 → per year EUR 13,104. - EUR 120,001–130,000: monthly EUR 1,114 → per semester EUR 6,684 → per year EUR 13,368. - EUR 130,001–140,000: monthly EUR 1,204 → per semester EUR 7,224 → per year EUR 14,448. - EUR 140,001–150,000: monthly EUR 1,261 → per semester EUR 7,566 → per year EUR 15,132. - EUR 150,001–250,000: monthly EUR 1,348 → per semester EUR 8,088 → per year EUR 16,176. - EUR 250,001 and above: monthly EUR 1,420 → per semester EUR 8,520 → per year EUR 17,040. Tuition fees by income band — Secondary School (Grade 5) - Monthly tuition rates (Secondary, Grade 5) by gross family income and corresponding per-semester and per-year totals: - Up to EUR 20,000: monthly EUR 142 → per semester EUR 852 → per year EUR 1,704. - EUR 20,001–30,000: monthly EUR 289 → per semester EUR 1,734 → per year EUR 3,468. - EUR 30,001–40,000: monthly EUR 434 → per semester EUR 2,604 → per year EUR 5,208. - EUR 40,001–50,000: monthly EUR 577 → per semester EUR 3,462 → per year EUR 6,924. - EUR 50,001–60,000: monthly EUR 651 → per semester EUR 3,906 → per year EUR 7,812. - EUR 60,001–70,000: monthly EUR 752 → per semester EUR 4,512 → per year EUR 9,024. - EUR 70,001–80,000: monthly EUR 844 → per semester EUR 5,064 → per year EUR 10,128. - EUR 80,001–90,000: monthly EUR 909 → per semester EUR 5,454 → per year EUR 10,908. - EUR 90,001–100,000: monthly EUR 984 → per semester EUR 5,904 → per year EUR 11,808. - EUR 100,001–110,000: monthly EUR 1,056 → per semester EUR 6,336 → per year EUR 12,672. - EUR 110,001–120,000: monthly EUR 1,114 → per semester EUR 6,684 → per year EUR 13,368. - EUR 120,001–130,000: monthly EUR 1,169 → per semester EUR 7,014 → per year EUR 14,028. - EUR 130,001–140,000: monthly EUR 1,229 → per semester EUR 7,374 → per year EUR 14,748. - EUR 140,001–150,000: monthly EUR 1,262 → per semester EUR 7,572 → per year EUR 15,144. - EUR 150,001–250,000: monthly EUR 1,373 → per semester EUR 8,238 → per year EUR 16,476. - EUR 250,001 and above: monthly EUR 1,440 → per semester EUR 8,640 → per year EUR 17,280. Optional and additional fees - Hot lunch programme: EUR 109 per month for all grade levels (charged as a lump sum monthly fee). - After School Care (optional, subject to demand): two typical options charged per weekday booked (monthly): EUR 32 for 16:00–17:00; EUR 50 for 16:00–18:00. Booked weekdays are fixed for a semester. - Textbooks: costs for textbooks are included in the tuition fees. - Class trips, excursions and similar activity costs are not covered by the tuition fees and are charged separately. - Administrative fee for changing invoice arrangements: EUR 50 per invoice (or per invoice line within collective invoices). Sibling discount - A sibling discount of 10% is applied to tuition fees for the second or third child enrolled. The one-time entrance fee, hot lunch fees and other additional services are excluded from this discount. Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are expressed as monthly average rates based on 12 months per year (or 6 months per semester). Payments are due for 12 months per year, including holidays. Payment of fees must be made one semester in advance. For monthly payment arrangements there is a surcharge of 3% on each payment. Parents who pay in advance for the full school year receive a 2% discount. If the required family income evaluation form and supporting documents are not submitted on time, the maximum entrance fee and school fee will be charged. Boarding - Boarding is not provided; the school operates as a day school with supervision and care during the stated daily hours. Refunds and cancellations - The one-time entrance fee is non-refundable. Other refund terms (for partial attendance, early contract termination or other circumstances) are governed by the school contract and related agreements. The fee schedule notes that detailed, legally binding modalities are set out in the school contract. Fee payment options - The school arranges the specific mode of payment with each family; changes to the chosen payment method incur an administrative fee. Accepted payment methods are confirmed directly by the school when setting up fees and invoices. (Values and terms above correspond to the published fee schedule for the school year and to the documented billing and payment rules.)	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.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The school is a day school.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement There is no school uniform.
Food options	Food options Lunch is offered. The school provides lunch, homework supervision, before and after school care, flexible drop-off and pick-up times, and a variety of after-school activities.	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 The school is state-approved private school financed by a combination of school fees and state subsidies.	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 SIS Frankfurt delivers a bilingual English–German curriculum from Reception through secondary school. The Reception Programme (ages 5–7) is bilingual and full-day (7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.), with English- and German-speaking teachers alternating. Primary School is based on the Hessian core curriculum, supplemented by SIS bilingual reading and writing, with maths and social studies taught in both languages; two teachers per class rotate instruction to immerse students in a bilingual environment. Primary School provides a full-day concept (7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.) with homework supervision and after-school clubs, and uses varied lessons with tablets and notebooks. The Secondary School (7–10) is bilingual and follows a state curriculum, with the Mittlerer Schulabschluss after Year 10 and regular benchmarking tests in mathematics, German and English. In Years 11–13, SIS Frankfurt offers Abitur and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, including a possible double diploma path, and the IBDP is a globally recognised university entrance qualification for higher education in English-speaking countries; SIS Frankfurt is a state-approved Ersatzschule.	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 —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results From Year 3 of primary school, benchmarking tests in mathematics, German and English are taken and results are described as good on a regular basis. Results are communicated transparently to parents and form the basis for individual objectives discussed in parent consultations twice a year.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) is a globally recognised university entrance qualification and provides preparation for higher education in English-speaking countries. Students can graduate with Abitur or the IB Diploma, or both via a double-diploma path.	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 —	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 The school provides a safe and supportive atmosphere and a nurturing, open, and multicultural learning environment that supports students' social and emotional development.	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language Subjects are taught in German and English; bilingual from day one from Reception through to college, with German- and English-native-speaking educators.	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The school maintains a safe and supportive environment for student wellbeing.	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school is located in Oberursel, a few minutes from the financial metropolis of Frankfurt. The classrooms and special-purpose rooms are equipped with contemporary infrastructure and advanced teaching technology. The school fosters a sense of community through cross-class projects and theme weeks. It operates as a day school with a bilingual education model and continuity from kindergarten to college.	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 facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The school provides a bilingual experience with English and German instruction. The classrooms and special-purpose rooms are equipped with contemporary infrastructure and advanced teaching technology. The education emphasizes continuity from kindergarten through to college. Learning is enhanced by technology to support student achievement.	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 Lunch, homework supervision, before and after school care, and flexible drop-off and pick-up times are available. A variety of after-school activities and clubs are offered.	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 —	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 SIS Frankfurt fosters a sense of community through projects across class groups and various theme weeks. It is located in Oberursel, a short drive from Frankfurt, with classrooms and spaces equipped with contemporary infrastructure and advanced teaching technology. The school has 82 enrolled students and more than 15 nationalities, reflecting an international community. Bilingual Experience and a Day School Community are core aspects of the student learning experience, supporting diverse learning needs.	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 The school offers a bilingual English–German curriculum from reception through secondary, with German- and English-speaking teachers alternating to anchor both languages. Primary instruction follows the Hessian core curriculum and is supplemented by elements of the British educational system, with bilingual reading and writing in German and English. The secondary school is bilingual, with equal importance given to English and German; subjects are usually taught in one language per year, while ensuring terminology and learning are developed in both languages. There is continuity from kindergarten to college, and learning is enhanced by technology; benchmarking tests in mathematics, German and English help track progress.	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 Art and sports are integral parts of the school routine. The school provides spaces such as a gymnasium and outdoor areas to support diverse activities. Extracurricular offerings complement daily learning with clubs and activities after school.	Arts & creative Students regularly engage in projects in art, music, theatre and sport. These activities are supported by teachers.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language English and German are given equal importance as languages of instruction and interaction in the bilingual environment. In the early years, the reception programme is bilingual from day one, with German- and English-speaking teachers alternating. Primary instruction combines the Hessian core curriculum with bilingual reading and writing across subjects, fostering language development in both German and English. The school emphasizes international education with local insight and cross-grade activities to promote cultural awareness and global citizenship.	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 school offers lunch, homework supervision, and before- and after-school care, with a full-day concept that includes supervision from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. After 4 p.m., children can participate in after-school clubs, read, play, or rest. Extracurricular activities provide a varied school day and opportunities to socialize across age groups.	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 The school fosters a sense of community through projects across class groups and theme weeks. Students learn within an international community, with spaces and activities that support cross-grade collaboration and global citizenship. The school regularly collaborates in signature events and activities that involve SIS schools around the globe to broaden community engagement.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The SIS Student Exchange Programme offers students unique opportunities to immerse themselves in different cultures and develop independence, adaptability, and communication skills, with exchanges in Brazil, Germany and Switzerland. Participating students gain global awareness and broaden career and university prospects, supported by a global SIS network. The program provides a structured pathway for personal growth and leadership development through international experience.	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 A full-day concept supports families with care from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., with lessons from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and after-school clubs from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The school offers well-equipped spaces, including a gymnasium and imaginative outdoor areas, to encourage physical activity. The environment is described as safe and supportive, with emphasis on intellectual and personal development, and sports and arts are integrated into the daily routine.	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 German and English are the two school languages taught across all levels. The curriculum supports language development in both German and English with a bilingual reading and writing curriculum in the Primary School. Primary education follows the Hessian core curriculum, and Secondary School leads to the German Abitur and may offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.	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 From Reception Programme through to Secondary School, SIS Frankfurt offers bilingual education. Subjects are taught in German and English at all levels. From day one, instruction is delivered bilingually by native German and English-speaking teachers. Secondary School prepares students for the German Abitur and, optionally, the International Baccalaureate Diploma.	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 Immersion is central to instruction, with a bilingual Reception Programme where English and German are taught by rotating teachers. In Primary School, each class has a German-speaking and an English-speaking teacher, delivering instruction in both languages daily. Core subjects, including mathematics and social studies, are taught in both languages, reinforcing bilingual fluency.	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
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Registration is accepted all year round. The enrolment process comprises four steps: submitting the Registration Form; a consultation with the school management; trial days; and signing the school contract. If there is no place in the relevant grade, the child's name can be added to the waiting list. Admission is possible all year round and applies to Kindergarten, Reception Programme, Primary School, Secondary School (7-10), Secondary School (11-13), Secondary School and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). Most children are enrolled in the spring, between February and April, so they can start the new school year in August or September. There is no entrance examination for admission. Students learn German and English by immersion, with language support available as needed.	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 —	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist If there is currently no place available in the corresponding grade, the child's name can be added to the waiting list.	Waitlist The school does not keep a waiting list.
	View full profile →	View full profile →