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German Curriculum International Schools in Germany

Compare 65 German Curriculum international schools in Germany. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 12,849), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
65
Curricula
16
Average annual fee
EUR 12,849
Fee range
EUR 218 – 85,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
German Curriculum (65 schools)
Average school size
548 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Leibniz Privatschule Elmshorn
Oldest
Salem Castle School (1919)
With boarding
8
About international schools in Germany

German-curriculum international schools in Germany deliver the school programmes used in the German Länder (states) and frequently prepare pupils for recognised German school-leaving qualifications such as the Abitur, while some schools also run parallel international programmes. Many operate bilingual German - English streams (and teach other modern languages) or combine German courses with international certificates so pupils can move between systems. Fees vary substantially: independent and international schools charge tuition while state schools are free, and a recent survey of international schools in Germany shows a midpoint around €13,320 with many schools reporting annual fees in the roughly €6,000 - €19,000 band. Admissions follow the German school-year rhythm with main intakes in late summer; most schools assess language ability, ask for recent school reports and identity documents, and popular year groups can have waiting lists, so apply early and bring any learning-support documentation you have.

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22 international schools in Berlin

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8 international schools in Frankfurt

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8 international schools in Munich

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4 international schools in Hamburg

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3 international schools in Salem

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2 international schools in Düsseldorf

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2 international schools in Stuttgart

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1 international school in Freiburg

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1 international school in Ingolstadt

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1 international school in Friedrichshafen

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1 international school in Heidelberg

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1 international school in Cologne

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1 international school in Elmshorn

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1 international school in Nauen

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1 international school in Crinitzberg

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1 international school in Erfurt

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1 international school in Wiesbaden

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1 international school in Schleswig

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1 international school in Potsdam

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1 international school in Magdeburg

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1 international school in Hannover

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1 international school in Dortmund

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1 international school in Guby

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FAQs for Germany

What exactly is a German-curriculum international school?
A German-curriculum international school follows the curricula set by one of Germany’s Länder (or an officially recognised German curriculum model) and typically teaches the subjects and timetable structure used in German schools, often leading to German qualifications such as the Abitur. These schools can be private (Ersatzschulen) or state-recognised institutions and sometimes sit alongside international streams or certificates to serve mobile families.
How does the German Abitur compare with international qualifications like the IB?
The Abitur is Germany’s standard university-entrance qualification and is accepted by German universities; the International Baccalaureate Diploma is an internationally recognised qualification accepted by universities worldwide. Some German-curriculum international schools offer the Abitur only, some offer the IB only, and others run both or blended pathways so families can choose the route that best fits future university plans.
What languages are used and can a non-German speaker join?
Instruction in these schools is usually in German or in a bilingual German - English model, with other modern languages taught as part of the programme; many schools provide German as a foreign language (DaF/DaZ) and additional language support. Schools commonly assess language level at application and place pupils into appropriate support classes or bridge programmes; ask the admissions team for their specific DaF/DaZ provision and catch-up pathways.
How much should we budget for tuition and extra costs?
Costs vary widely by school type and city: public state schools are free, while private and international German-curriculum schools charge tuition and additional fees for enrolment, transport, lunches and activities. Surveyed international-school figures show a midpoint around €13,320 per year and many schools report annual tuition roughly between €6,000 and €19,000, so check each school’s published schedule for exact current charges and any one-off registration or deposit requirements.
When should we apply and what documents will schools usually ask for?
Most schools have a principal intake at the start of the German school year (late summer) and recommend applying as early as possible for popular year groups, though mid-year entry may be possible if places are available. Typical admissions requirements include passport/ID, recent school reports or transcripts, proof of residency or visa if required, records of any special educational needs, and a language-level assessment; some schools also ask for a registration fee or deposit to secure a place.