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Christian Life Academy Stuttgart

Germany, Stuttgart

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €3,500 - 5,500
Ages 6 - 18 years
Type Co-educational, Online/Hybrid
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Christian Curriculum
Taught languages German
Strengths STEM, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Christian Life Academy Stuttgart is a compact international Christian school in Germany serving students from ages six to eighteen. The curriculum combines the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) with a Christian framework and a bespoke curriculum tailored to individual learners. In Grades 1–5, BJU Press materials support core subjects, while Grades 6–12 partner with Sevenstar Online Academy, delivering accredited coursework and dual‑credit opportunities. The school operates a Hybrid Program that blends core academics online with in‑house enrichment, keeping class sizes small (max 30 students) and mixed grades 1–12. Daily routines include morning devotions, Chapel services, and virtue lessons. A German Language Immersion Program, SDG literacy, and Holistic Wellness are integrated into a STEAM‑infused program that emphasizes Christian values. Facilities include a games hall and ongoing development of a Kindergarten learning space. After‑school and before‑school care (CLA‑ASP) offer music, Life Skills, STEAM, and Learning Support. The school fosters leadership and service.

Filderhauptstraße 209, 70599 Stuttgart, Germany

The Essentials

Christian Life Academy Stuttgart has instruction in English.

Location
The school is located at Filderhauptstrasse 209, 70599 Stuttgart, Germany.

Stages
1st–12th grade; mixed-grade levels in a single-room schoolhouse, with a maximum capacity of 30 students.

Type
International Christian school.

Country affiliation
Germany.

Religious affiliation
Christian.

School day structure
Daily routines include morning devotions, core academics, and enriching afternoon programs; Chapel services are held weekly.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
CLA Stuttgart is governed by CLA e.V. The Board of CLA e.V. oversees the school. Board members include Babak Raisi (German Speaker) as Board Chairman and Susana Kornahrens (English Speaker) as Board Chairman, and Stefan Aßmann as Treasurer and Co-Founder.
Fees

Annual tuition at Christian Life Academy Stuttgart ranges from EUR 3,500 to EUR 5,500 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration Fees
- A one-time registration (admission) fee of EUR 2,500 is required. EUR 1,250 of this amount is due immediately on application; the remaining EUR 1,250 is added to the first invoice.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- The school does not publish a public, grade-by-grade schedule of tuition amounts in the available admissions and policy documents. The school's published materials list fee components (one-time admission fee, monthly school fees, books and materials inclusive of a laptop, enrichment program charges and priority booking for after‑school) but do not list specific tuition figures per grade or per term. Families are asked to contact the school for grade-specific fee amounts.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- School fees are described as monthly billing ("School Fees (Monthly)"). The registration fee is split with EUR 1,250 payable immediately and the balance added to the first invoice. The application form and admissions policy make clear that parents are ultimately responsible for all non-payment and that invoices and the school's schedule of fees govern charges for late or non-payment. The application form includes fields for invoice/address details and notes that parents must pay all tuition and other financial obligations on or before the due date.

Boarding fees
- Christian LIFE Academy Stuttgart operates as a day programme (hours and enrichment/after‑school activities are published); there is no boarding provision or boarding fee schedule in the school's admissions materials.

Other costs and fees
- Books and materials: Documents list books and materials as included and note that students receive laptops for the hybrid programme ("Books and Materials inclusive of laptop" and provision of laptops for students).
- Enrichment / After‑School: Participation in enrichment and after‑school activities is charged; the published participation rate is EUR 13 per hour for enrichment/after‑school programme sessions. Materials for enrichment and after‑school programmes are stated as provided at no extra cost.
- Entrance / assessment fee: The application form contains an entry for an entrance/placement test fee (the form records whether the entrance test fee was paid) but does not list a specific amount.
- Priority booking / additional program charges: The school lists priority booking for after‑school and other program costs as part of the fee structure; specific amounts beyond the EUR 13/hr enrichment rate are not published in the available documents.

Refund information
- There is no published, detailed refund policy for registration fees, tuition, or materials in the publicly available admissions policy, parent handbook or application documents. The admissions materials do state that the school may cancel or combine classes if enrolment is not financially viable and that parents may be asked to accept changes (for example, fee adjustments) to preserve a class. The documents emphasize that families are responsible for tuition and other charges.

Fee payment options and banking details
- Bank transfer details (used for donations and listed as the school's account) are provided: Recipient Christian LIFE Academy e.V., Bank GLS Gemeinschaftsbank, BIC GENODEM1GLS, IBAN DE45430609674136481200. The application form also collects payer type (SELF or COMPANY) for invoicing. No published information was found listing accepted credit card processors or an online card‑payment option.

Brief note on available information (what was found and what was not published)
- The school's admissions and policy documents clearly state the one‑time registration fee (EUR 2,500 with the EUR 1,250 / EUR 1,250 split) and show that school fees are billed monthly, that books/laptops are provided, and that enrichment/after‑school costs are charged at EUR 13 per hour. However, a published, itemised schedule of tuition amounts by grade (per term or per school year) and a detailed refund/cancellation policy are not present in the accessible admissions documents.
Academics

Christian Life Academy Stuttgart teaches Christian Curriculum for students aged 6 to 18.

Curriculum
Grades 1–5 use the BJU Press Curriculum; Grades 6–12 partner with Sevenstar Online Academy, offering accredited, globally recognized coursework and dual-credit opportunities for high school and college.

Higher Education Progression
Dual‑credit opportunities for high school and college.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Mental, emotional, and social development are School Wide Expected Student Outcomes (SESO). Mental – Lifelong Learner; Emotional – Resilient and Self-Aware; Social – Compassionate Community Member.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Special Needs Consideration – While CLAS is not fully equipped to accommodate all special education needs, each case is reviewed individually. Acceptance depends on available resources and staffing. Students are monitored and periodically re-evaluated.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school teaches in English; it is an English-speaking international elementary school. The curriculum includes Bible, Math, Science, Language Arts and English, Reading and Literature, and Heritage Studies (Bob Jones University Press).

Mental Wellbeing
Mental health and emotional wellbeing are addressed within SESO: Mental – Lifelong Learner emphasizes critical thinking; Emotional – Resilient and Self-Aware; Social – Compassionate Community Member.

Safeguarding
Health Policies & Procedures cover immunization requirements, illness and contagious disease guidelines, lice policy, emergency medical procedures, medication administration, hygiene and prevention, and overall health and safety measures aligned with German laws to maintain a safe and healthy learning environment.
Parent Experience

Community
CLA Stuttgart is an international Christian school that emphasizes spiritual formation and academic excellence. It offers a hybrid program for Grades 1–12 in partnership with Sevenstar Online Academy and BJU Christian Community Online, and is fully Cognia-accredited. CLA Stuttgart is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and integrates biblically grounded learning with sustainability in its curriculum.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Mission Statement Parent Teacher Fellowship (PTF): The PTF exists to serve as the voice of parents and to act as a liaison between the school and parents. The PTF cooperates with the school to improve the student learning experience and to raise supplemental funds through approved fundraisers for school purchases. The objectives include providing a forum for communication among parents, teachers, students and administrators; developing a home/school relationship; providing Christian fellowship; and participating in fundraising activities. The PTF for Academic Year 2024-2025 includes Bobby and Arabella Dixon (Presidents), Ben and Kayla Hendrickson (Vice Presidents), Kyla Caspersen (Treasurer), and Alexandra Lugo (Secretary).
Facilities

Facilities Overview
CLA Stuttgart is a small, close-knit school with a maximum capacity of 30 students and mixed-grade levels from 1st to 12th. It blends core academics online with in-house enrichment through a hybrid program. Daily routines include morning devotions, Chapel services, and virtue lessons. The school embraces 21st-century technology skills and an individualized learning model, with Design Thinking integrated into enrichment programs. A games hall is used for activities, and a new learning space for a future Kindergarten class is being prepared.

Academic Facilities
Education is delivered through a Hybrid Program with core academics online via Sevenstar Online Program and in-house classes. German Language Immersion Program is offered, along with SDG-focused Social Studies literacy, and Holistic Wellness including Physical Education and Christian Living. The STEAM Program integrates Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math with Christian values. CLA-ASP provides after-school classes (3:00–6:00 p.m.), including an Online Worship Music Academy (Piano and Guitar), CLA LIFE Skills (Home Economics and Stewardship), STEAM, and Learning Support; before-school care is available (7:30–8:30 a.m.).

Extra Curricular Facilities
Chapel/Bible and Character Education; German Language Immersion Program; SDG literacy in Social Studies; Holistic Wellness: Physical Education and Christian Living; STEAM Program: Integrating Innovation with Christian Values; CLA-ASP After-School Program including Online Worship Music Academy (Piano and Guitar), CLA LIFE Skills (Home Economics and Stewardship), STEAM, and Learning Support; Before-school care (7:30–8:30 a.m.).
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school provides rigorous core academics. Afternoon programs develop STEAM skills and leadership. Global awareness is emphasized through Sustainable Development Goals initiatives. Bible studies are an integral part of the curriculum and support character development.

Arts & Creative
The school offers arts and creative activities as part of its program. Summer Camp includes creative arts and crafts sessions. Art in World Cultures appears in Grade 3 coursework. Creative expression is encouraged across activities.

Cultural & Language
The school offers a German Language Immersion Program. The mission emphasizes Internationalism and cultural understanding as core to the learning experience. The curriculum integrates global perspectives to prepare students to be global citizens.

Social & Hobbies
Activities center on science, technology, arts and math. Vacation Bible School and other activities provide social engagement with the local community. The in-house after-school program (CLA-ASP) offers additional classes from 15:00 to 18:00.

Community & Service
Vacation Bible School is run in partnership with local churches, including the International Baptist Church Stuttgart.

Leadership & Professional
Student leaders participate in Bible studies and faith-based activities. Leadership opportunities arise through STEAM enrichment programs and other school activities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Holistic wellness is addressed through Physical Education and Christian Living. Daily routines include devotions and Chapel. Wellbeing is supported through faith-based programs integrated into the school day.
Languages

Language Provision
The school offers an English-speaking international education. Bible, Math, Science, Language Arts and English, Reading and Literature, and Heritage Studies are taught using the Bob Jones University Press Curriculum. The program supports a Christian-based education.

Bilingual Teaching
The school provides English-language instruction. A German Language Immersion Program is available. Grades 1-12 participate in a hybrid program that combines a monitored online program with in-house classes.

Immersion Programs
German Language Immersion Program is offered for Grades 1-12. The program is part of a hybrid model that includes online (Sevenstar Online Program) and in-person classes. It is open to the public.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
Fully Cognia-accredited. Member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
Admissions

Admissions
The school is an English-speaking international elementary school in Stuttgart. The school has a maximum capacity of 30 students and functions like a one-room schoolhouse with mixed-grade levels from 1st to 12th. The school uses a hybrid model combining core academic learning online with in-house enrichment programs. The school accepts students under the Status of Forces Agreement (SoFA). For enrollment, contact the principal via email [email protected] or by phone at (+49)171 811 9813.
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