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Phorms Bilingual School Frankfurt - City Campus

Germany, Frankfurt

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The school at a glance
Instructs in German, English
Fees €2,920 - 11,924
Ages 1 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service Yes
Part of
Phorms Bilingual School Frankfurt
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, German Curriculum
Taught languages English, Spanish, French, Mandarin
Strengths STEM, Languages, Sport
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Phorms Bilingual School Frankfurt is a private German‑English day school offering Kita through Abitur, with classes taught in two languages by native‑speaking teachers. The school follows the Hessian curriculum and provides Cambridge Primary, Cambridge IGCSE, and the German curriculum, with language‑track transitions possible at any time based on language skills. The Primary School operates on two campuses — City Campus in Frankfurt's historic Holzhausen district and Taunus Campus in Steinbach — and a bus connects them to support cross‑campus bilingual education. The Secondary School emphasizes STEM and digital learning, with computer science as an elective in the lower years becoming a regular subject, and Year 10 offering IGCSE. The school holds Digital School and DigitalPakt Schule credentials and has earned a MINT‑freundliche Schule certificate. Facilities include modern science, sport and music spaces, high‑speed Wi‑Fi, tablets and interactive whiteboards. A broad after‑school program and vacation camps complement an intercultural, multilingual community.

This campus is part of Phorms Bilingual School Frankfurt

Fürstenbergerstraße 3-9, 60322 Frankfurt am Main, Germany

The Essentials

Phorms Bilingual School Frankfurt - City Campus has instruction in German, English.

Location
Phorms Frankfurt City Campus (Fürstenbergerstraße 3-9, 60322 Frankfurt) in the Holzhausen district, and Phorms Campus Frankfurt Taunus (Waldstraße 91, 61449 Steinbach/Taunus).

Stages
Primary School at Frankfurt City and Steinbach Taunus campuses; Secondary School at Taunus Campus.

Type
Private bilingual German-English day school.

Additional learning support
Individualised support; additional staff support in most classes.

Country affiliation
Germany

School day structure
Open 7:30–18:00. Early Care 7:30–8:30; Arrival 8:30–9:00; Lessons 9:00–12:30; Lunch 11:15–11:30; Lessons 13:30–15:45; Pick-up 15:45; Afternoon programme 16:00–18:00.

Bus service
Phorms school bus connects Frankfurt City Campus to Taunus Campus and back; routes include City route and Route West/East/South with booking via schulbus.frankfurt@phorms.de.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Whole-day care runs from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., including early morning care and after-school care (3:30/3:45–6:00 p.m.). A vacation program runs during school holidays with childcare from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and care until 6:00 p.m. available on request.

Uniform Requirement
Wearing school clothing is compulsory. A campus collection with clothing items is available, and items can be ordered online at phorms-shop.de.

Food Options
Meals are balanced, regional and certified organic. Trained chefs from FPS prepare fresh meals in the school kitchen; children choose between two dishes, one vegetarian, and have access to a salad bar with fresh vegetables. Fresh water is available throughout the day.

Governance and Ownership
Phorms Frankfurt is part of the Phorms Education Network.
Fees

Annual tuition at Phorms Bilingual School Frankfurt - City Campus ranges from EUR 2,920 to EUR 11,924 for 2026/27.

Application / Admission fees

- There is no separate one‑off “application fee” stated; a one‑time administration/admission fee is charged when the contract is signed. For Primary and Secondary this administration fee is equal to 2.5 times the monthly parental contribution.
- For the Kindergarten (PhorMinis) a one‑off administration fee of €1,600 is charged. When a child transfers continuously from the kindergarten into the Primary School and the PhorMinis contract has been fulfilled until 31 July of the same year, the administration fee for Primary School is reduced (to a single monthly parental contribution instead of 2.5 times the monthly contribution).

Tuition fees by school level (how fees are calculated and the amounts that apply)

- Kindergarten (crèche and kindergarten): fixed monthly amounts are published for Early Years.
- Crèche (ages 0–3): €870 per month.
- Kindergarten (ages 3–5): income‑based brackets with published monthly amounts:
- Households with gross annual income under €50,000: €650 per month.
- Households with gross annual income €50,000–€150,000: €700 per month.
- Households with gross annual income over €150,000: €750 per month.

- Primary School and Secondary School: tuition is calculated using an income‑based parental contribution model rather than fixed per‑year fees. The monthly tuition contribution for each pupil is determined from the family's gross annual income (from the penultimate calendar year before the school year begins) using the school's contribution calculator. Because the contribution is income‑based, no single fixed fee per year group or per term is published; monthly contributions vary by family income and are then charged in instalments as described below. The admission fee for these levels is charged as 2.5 times the monthly parental contribution. The school also sets a minimum contribution per child of €99 per month.

Other regular charges and optional programme fees

- School lunch (all students take part): €119.50 per month.
- Annual learning‑materials fee: €50 per student, charged yearly.
- Early morning care (daily 7:30–8:20; City campus until 8:30): options are a fixed monthly fee of €62, a single visit fee of €8, or a 10‑visit pass for €62.
- Afternoon / after‑school programme (flexible day options):
- 1 day/week: €46 per month.
- 2 days/week: €92 per month.
- 3 days/week: €138 per month.
- 4 days/week: €164 per month.
- 5 days/week: €184 per month.
- Day attendance: €21 per month.
- 10‑visit pass: €155.
- Holiday programme (German‑English holiday camps and holiday clubs): programmes and prices are offered seasonally; holiday camps are available for children aged 5–12.
- School bus: separate charges apply for school bus routes; these fees are billed in line with the school's payment schedule.
- School clothing, class trips and excursions: additional one‑off costs may be incurred during the school year.

Sibling discounts

- Sibling discount on the parental contribution for Primary/Secondary:
- Second child: 20% discount on the parental contribution.
- Third child: 40% discount on the parental contribution.
- Fourth child and subsequent children: 60% discount on the parental contribution.
- Minimum contribution per child is €99 per month. Kindergarten does not offer sibling discounts.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Recurring fees (parental contributions, lunch fees, school bus, early morning care and after‑school care) are billed in 12 equal monthly instalments. All recurring fees are collected by direct debit in advance on the first working day from the specified account. An invoice with a breakdown of the fees is issued by email at the time of collection.
- Admission/administration fees and one‑off charges (such as the Kindergarten administration fee and material fees) are charged as stated in the enrolment offer and the contract.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not offered at Phorms Frankfurt; the school provides full‑day care and after‑school programmes rather than residential boarding.

Refunds and cancellations

- No separate public refund schedule for fees is published on the admissions pages; contractual terms govern cancellations, refunds or reductions and are specified in the enrolment contract. Families receive the exact contractual conditions with the offer and contract at the time of enrolment.

Fee payment options

- Recurring fees are collected by direct debit (SEPA/direct debit from the specified account) in advance. Invoices are issued by email. Specific arrangements for payment of one‑off fees are set out in the contract or invoice.
Academics

Phorms Bilingual School Frankfurt - City Campus teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, German Curriculum for students aged 1 to 18.

Curriculum
Phorms Frankfurt teaches according to the Hessian curriculum, and transfers between language tracks are possible at any time depending on language skills. The school provides a bilingual German‑English education from early years through the gymnasium, using an immersive approach where teachers speak in their native language and gestures and visuals support understanding. The Primary School operates at two campuses, Frankfurt City and Steinbach im Taunus, and emphasizes project work, interdisciplinary learning, a modern learning environment with digital tools, and a rich after‑school program. The Secondary School places a strong emphasis on STEM and digital learning, with computer science starting as an elective in the lower secondary years and becoming a regular part of the curriculum; Year 10 offers IGCSE examinations. The school holds digital credentials such as a Digital School certificate for the secondary and is equipped with DigitalPakt Schule infrastructure.

Student Teacher Ratio
Typical class size in the Secondary School is 24 students.

Exam Results
Abitur is offered as the highest school‑leaving qualification, with Realschulabschluss and Fachhochschulreife also available. In Year 10, IGCSE examinations are offered in the secondary school.

Higher Education Progression
Abitur prepares students for university study in Germany and beyond. The bilingual environment supports language proficiency for international universities, and IGCSE examinations in Year 10 provide an additional pathway for international higher education. The school also offers study guidance and internships to support career planning.

Gifted and Talented
The school holds a MINT‑friendly School certificate, recognizing active promotion of mathematics, informatics, natural sciences and technology. The after‑school program includes competitions such as First Lego League, Jugend forscht, Mathematics Olympiad and other STEM activities to challenge advanced learners.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
CARE: We work with every student on a personal level. We strengthen their talents and support them when challenges arise — with additional educators at Primary School, small class sizes and a wide range of extracurricular activities. The school fosters an international mindset and open culture, with German and English equally present in everyday learning and school life. There is a warm, family-like atmosphere where every child feels safe and welcome. All-day learning and living in a community provides stable social contexts for personal development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school provides individual support for personal development with dedicated teachers and educators offering tailored assistance. Small class sizes and a high staff-to-student ratio enable targeted attention, with teaching assistants in Primary School at Reception. Support is tailored to each child's talents and needs. The school offers a seamless educational pathway from kindergarten to Abitur, helping learners with diverse needs stay on track.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
German and English are equally present in everyday learning and school life, reflecting a bilingual immersion. Our teachers come from a wide range of English-speaking countries around the world. A bilingual approach contributes to positive language development for students in both languages. 81% of our Secondary School parents are happy with their children's language acquisition through the bilingual approach.

Mental Wellbeing
The school is known for a warm, family-like atmosphere where every child feels safe and welcome. Students are seen as individuals and are supported to develop emotionally, with teachers and staff offering dedicated and sensitive support. Testimonials describe emotional development as a core strength and highlight personal development within a supportive environment. All-day learning and community life contribute to mental wellbeing through stable routines and social connections.

Safeguarding
The environment is safe and secure, with guaranteed supervision and teaching in a secure school setting. The open culture and warm atmosphere support safeguarding, ensuring children feel safe and welcome. The school emphasises a respectful, intercultural community and ongoing care as part of daily life.
Parent Experience

History
Phorms Frankfurt operates two campuses: Frankfurt City Campus in the central Holzhausen district and Taunus Campus in Steinbach. It offers nursery through Abitur education (Kita, Grundschule, Gymnasium) and provides all-day learning with after-school care. The school has been part of the Phorms Education Network for more than 15 years. A bus connects the City Campus to the Taunus Campus to support cross-campus activities and a continuous bilingual education. The campuses are part of Phorms Frankfurt, with a coordinated, two-campus structure and shared facilities.

Community
Phorms Frankfurt City hosts around 250 children aged 5 to 10 in a bilingual German–English environment. The school emphasizes experiential education with city culture and clubs, including activities at gardens, museums, exhibitions, and universities, and collaborations with Frankfurt sports clubs such as Eintracht Frankfurt e.V. and TuS Makkabi Frankfurt e.V. The afternoon programme offers clubs and activities alongside a strong after-school framework, and the School Bus connects the City and Taunus campuses to foster a sense of community across locations.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Phorms Frankfurt operates two bilingual campuses: City Campus in the heart of Frankfurt and Taunus Campus in Steinbach. City Campus is housed in a renovated historic post office building, while Taunus Campus sits in a green, natural setting. Both campuses provide a German-English bilingual education from Kita to Abitur, with native-speaking staff supporting learners throughout the school day. The learning environments are modern, with dedicated spaces for science, sport and music and high-quality, well-equipped classrooms with digital teaching tools. The IT infrastructure is digitally forward with high-speed Wi‑Fi and digital platforms, and the campuses have earned Digital School and DigitalPakt Schule certifications.

Sports Facilities
Sports include football, volleyball, handball and tennis at the City Campus, and City students may also use the Taunus Campus' sport facilities. Nearby, there are well-equipped sports facilities in the immediate neighbourhood, including a three-field sports hall with opportunities for tennis, volleyball, handball and football.

Academic Facilities
Phorms Frankfurt uses an immersive bilingual German-English learning environment across all levels, with native-speaking staff in classrooms and across the school day. In the primary school, class sizes are kept small and teaching assistants support students. The campuses provide modern facilities for science, sport and music and high-quality, well-equipped classrooms with digital teaching tools. The school has earned the MINT-freundliche Schule certificate and the Digitale Schule recognition, and has implemented the DigitalPakt Schule with high-speed Wi‑Fi and classroom technology such as tablets and interactive whiteboards.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Phorms Frankfurt offers whole-day care with early care from 7:30 a.m. to 8:20 a.m. and after-school care until 6:00 p.m., with a diverse afternoon programme and vacation care. A variety of clubs and activities are available in the afternoons and during holidays, some led by external specialists, including sports, STEM, music, art, writing and language clubs, movement rooms and a jungle gym. Vacation camps run at both the Frankfurt City Campus and the Taunus Campus and include lunch.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Phorms Frankfurt teaches in two languages, German and English, with daily use of both as working languages. Naturwissenschaften and Mathematik are taught in English as part of the bilingual program, supporting a strong STEM emphasis and digital literacy. Abitur is offered as the school leaving qualification, and the IGCSE and Cambridge Certificate are available as international credentials. From Year 10 onward, the curriculum emphasizes study- and career-orientation with tutors guiding students and opportunities for internships and job-center visits.

Arts & Creative
Extracurricular activities include choir and instrumental lessons, art, writing, language clubs and a wide range of sports. In the afternoon programme, Music and Art are offered alongside STEM, robotics/technology and languages, with dedicated movement spaces. The program supports creative expression and collaborative projects beyond regular lessons.

Cultural & Language
The school uses both German and English as working languages in daily life, fostering bilingualism. It also promotes intercultural understanding and an open, global mindset within the school community. Experiential education includes visits to gardens, museums, exhibitions and universities, enriching lessons with real-world experiences. Language clubs are part of the extracurricular programme.

Social & Hobbies
The afternoon programme runs 4 pm–6 pm with age-appropriate supervision and clubs available in addition to regular childcare. Activities include STEM, Music, Art, Robotic/Technology, Languages, Movement rooms and Jungle room, promoting social interaction and hobbies. These activities connect students with city culture and club-based experiences through excursions and partnerships with local organizations.

Community & Service
Girls' and Boys' Day (Zukunftstag) is encouraged from Year 5 to help students explore future careers. In Year 9 and 10, students complete a two-week internship to gain practical experience. Students also participate in social projects as part of their practical and community engagement.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership development and strategies are integrated into the curriculum. The school emphasizes study orientation, personal development and career planning, supported by tutors and mentors throughout the school. In addition to classroom learning, opportunities such as job-center visits and internships foster professional skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Healthy, regionally sourced meals are prepared daily by FPS Catering, with vegetarian options and consideration of allergies. A school psychologist supports students' emotional and social development and helps address challenges. Physical education includes athletics, gymnastics, dancing and ball games, with swimming often part of Year 3 and an annual sports festival.
Languages

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers an authentic bilingual German-English learning environment. German and English are equally present in everyday learning and school life. Children grow up naturally in both languages and cultures, developing openness, confidence and ease with intercultural interactions.

Immersion Programs
The school provides an immersive German-English school experience in a global community.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Non-binding online registration. To register your child, complete the online registration form. After registration you will receive confirmation by email. The admission process begins after the summer holidays when your child enters Year 4. We will send you all necessary documents, including questionnaires and a request to submit the school reports from Years 2 and 3.

2. Personal meeting. If the requirements for attending the bilingual secondary school are met, a personal meeting is arranged to answer questions in an individual interview. You will have the opportunity to get to know our school and gain deeper insight into our educational concept. The meeting also helps you assess whether the program fits your expectations.

3. Our offer of a place. Once the admissions process is successfully completed and you are convinced by our school concept, you will receive an offer of a place along with the school contract. Lateral entrants are welcome. If places are available, we arrange trial days and a meeting with parents on short notice, and the Admissions Team will contact you promptly to discuss the next steps and any remaining requirements.

Scholarships
Sibling discount: The second child receives a 20% discount on the parental contribution; the third child receives a 40% discount; from the fourth child onward, a 60% discount applies. The minimum contribution per child is €99/month.
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