Alexander von Humboldt German International School

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The school at a glance

Instructs in German, English, French

Fees CA$3,700 - 13,850

Ages 3 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 300

Type Co-educational

Opened 1980

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum German Curriculum

Taught languages German, English, French

Typical class size 22

Strengths Languages, STEM, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing, Community and Service

Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Introduction

Alexander von Humboldt German International School (AvH) is a private, co-educational, trilingual school in Baie-D'Urfé, Quebec, a West Island suburb of Montreal. Founded in 1980, the school serves approximately 320 students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. AvH offers trilingual instruction in German, English, and French, following both German (Thuringia) and Quebec curricular requirements. Graduates can earn the German International Abitur and the Quebec Secondary School Diploma.

avhmontreal.ca

216 Victoria St, Baie-D'Urfe, Quebec H9X 2H9, Canada

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The Essentials

Location

216 Victoria Drive, Baie-D'Urfé, Montreal, Quebec, H9X 2H9, Canada. Located on the West Island close to the St. Lawrence River.

Stages

Pre-Kindergarten (from age 2.5) through Grade 12.

Type

Private, co-educational, trilingual day school. Part of a worldwide network of over 140 German schools abroad.

Pupil Nationality Mix

Originally founded to serve the German community of Montreal, the school now welcomes students from diverse backgrounds including German, Canadian, American, Italian, and other nationalities.

Country affiliation

Germany and Canada. The school follows education guidelines from Thuringia, Germany, alongside Quebec curricular requirements. Part of the worldwide network of German Schools Abroad.

Religious affiliation

None.

School day structure

Full school day with trilingual instruction in German, English, and French, plus extracurricular activities.

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Fees

Annual tuition ranges from approximately CAD 3,700 to CAD 8,600 for day students. Grades 1-8 tuition is CAD 11,661 with a supervision fee of CAD 2,189 (total CAD 13,850). Registration fee of CAD 200 for initial enrollment and CAD 50 for yearly re-enrollment. One-time Family Fund Contribution of CAD 2,600. Limited financial assistance available through fee reductions.

Academics

Curriculum

The school follows both German and Quebec curricular requirements. The German curriculum is based on the education guidelines of Thuringia, one of Germany's highest-performing states educationally. Students receive intensive instruction in mathematics and sciences (physics, chemistry, biology) alongside trilingual language education. The school offers a STEAM program. Graduates can earn two qualifications: the German International Abitur (recognized globally for university admission) and the Quebec Secondary School Diploma (leading to CEGEP).

Higher Education Progression

The German International Abitur provides a seamless transition to university studies worldwide. The Quebec Secondary School Diploma leads to CEGEP in Quebec. Dual qualifications give graduates flexible pathways to higher education in Canada, Germany, and internationally.

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Admissions

No interview or standardized testing required. Required documents include birth certificate, latest report card, and immigration documentation (if applicable). Registration fee of CAD 200 for initial enrollment.

Scholarships

Limited financial assistance available through fee reductions on a case-by-case basis.

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FAQs

What grades does AvH serve?

Pre-Kindergarten (from age 2.5) through Grade 12.

What languages are used for instruction?

AvH is a trilingual school with instruction in German, English, and French.

What qualifications can graduates earn?

Students can earn the German International Abitur, recognized globally for university admission, and the Quebec Secondary School Diploma, which leads to CEGEP.

How much is tuition?

Annual tuition for Grades 1-8 is approximately CAD 13,850 (including supervision fees). There is a one-time Family Fund Contribution of CAD 2,600.

Do students need to speak German to attend?

A German Immersion Program is available for students who want to learn German. The school also accepts international students through its International Student Program.

How many students attend AvH?

Approximately 320 students from diverse national backgrounds.

What curriculum does the school follow?

The school follows both German (Thuringia state guidelines) and Quebec curricular requirements, with emphasis on mathematics, sciences, and trilingual education.

Is an interview or test required for admission?

No. Admission requires a birth certificate, latest report card, and immigration documentation (if applicable). No interview or standardized testing is needed.

Is financial aid available?

Limited financial assistance is available through fee reductions on a case-by-case basis.

When was the school founded?

AvH was founded in 1980 with 22 students to serve the German community of Montreal. It has since grown to approximately 320 students.

What sports and activities are available?

Sports include badminton, karate, sportball, volleyball, and yoga. Arts include music, performing arts, and visual arts. The school also has an environmental protection group.

Where is the school located?

216 Victoria Drive, Baie-D'Urfé, Montreal, Quebec. The campus is close to the St. Lawrence River with spacious grounds and sports facilities.

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