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IB Curriculum International Schools in Berlin, Germany

Compare 9 IB Curriculum international schools in Berlin, Germany. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 14,687), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
9
Curricula
8
Average annual fee
EUR 14,687
Fee range
EUR 1,200 – 25,100
More school facts
Most common curriculum
IB (DP) (8 schools)
Average school size
771 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Berlin Cosmopolitan School - City Campus
Oldest
BBIS Berlin Brandenburg International School (1991)
With boarding
1
About international schools in Berlin, Germany

Berlin’s IB schools sit alongside a large network of state bilingual schools, so families can choose everything from fee-free German - language bilingual options to private English-medium or bilingual schools that offer one or more IB programmes (PYP, MYP, DP). Instruction is commonly in English, in bilingual English - German models, or in German with an IB pathway; many schools also provide German as an additional language and language support for newcomers. Annual costs vary widely by school and family income - some private IB schools publish fees in the low-to-mid-four-figure range per month while certain schools operate income-based tariffs or receive municipal subsidies, and state bilingual schools do not charge tuition. Admissions mostly run on a rolling basis, but families aiming for an August start should begin enquiries in the winter or spring and expect language checks, interviews or trial days for key entry years.

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FAQs for Germany

Which IB programmes are offered and what ages do they cover?
The International Baccalaureate offers four linked programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for roughly ages 3 - 12, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for about 11 - 16, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for the final two years of secondary schooling (typically 16 - 19); some schools also offer the Career-related Programme. Many Berlin international schools offer two or more of these so a child can follow an IB continuum, but individual schools vary in which programmes they are authorised to run.
Will my child be taught in English or German at an IB school in Berlin?
You will find both English-medium IB schools and bilingual English - German programmes across Berlin; some private internationals teach mainly in English, while bilingual schools split instruction and offer stronger German pathways for local recognition. In addition, several state bilingual or Europa-Schulen provide instruction in German plus a partner language without tuition fees, so language options and the proportion of lessons in German versus English differ by school and year group.
How much do IB international schools in Berlin usually cost and are there lower-cost options?
Costs vary a lot: some private IB schools publish annual fees in the low tens of thousands of euros (paid monthly), while other schools use income-related scales or lower monthly rates; additionally, state bilingual schools and certain public international streams are free or charge only modest administrative fees. Expect extra charges for admissions fees, school trips, transport and external IB examination fees, and always check each school’s published current fee schedule and any sibling or income discounts.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process typically involve?
Many Berlin international schools accept applications year-round, but the main recruitment window for places starting in August usually runs through the winter into spring, so begin enquiries as early as possible for popular year groups. Admissions commonly include an online application, language assessments for non-native speakers, interviews or trial days for primary and secondary applicants, and places are often offered based on year-group capacity rather than a single city-wide deadline.
What are the key things to check when choosing an IB school in Berlin?
Confirm which IB programme(s) the school is authorised to deliver and whether it offers a continuous PYP→MYP→DP pathway if that matters to you, and look for evidence of language support for non-German speakers and details on how the school helps students integrate with the German system. Also review published fees and extra costs, staff qualifications and safeguarding policies, class sizes, university or diploma outcomes where available, and visit the school to assess pastoral care, extracurricular provision and how the school communicates with families.