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SIS Swiss International School Frankfurt

Germany, Frankfurt

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The school at a glance
Instructs in German, English
Fees €1,680 - 14,400
Ages 5 - 19 years
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Part of
SIS Swiss International School in Germany
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, German Curriculum
Taught languages German, English
Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment, Sport
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Located in Oberursel, SIS Swiss International School Frankfurt is a state-approved Ersatzschule and private day school serving ages 5 to 11, with continuity from Reception to Abitur or IB Diploma. The school is part of the SIS network and delivers a bilingual English–German curriculum. Reception is full-day (7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.) with English- and German-speaking teachers alternating. Primary follows the Hessian core curriculum and is supplemented by SIS bilingual reading and writing; maths and social studies are taught in both languages, with two teachers per class rotating. The Secondary School (7–10) is bilingual and follows a state curriculum, culminating in Mittlerer Schulabschluss, with benchmarking tests in mathematics, German and English; Years 11–13 offer Abitur and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, including a possible double diploma path. The campus emphasizes technology-enabled learning, a full-day concept, extensive after-school care, and a strong sense of international community through cross‑grade projects and SIS exchanges globally.

This campus is part of SIS Swiss International School in Germany

An den Drei Hasen 34-36, 61440 Oberursel (Taunus), Germany

The Essentials

SIS Swiss International School Frankfurt has instruction in German, English.

Location
Located in Oberursel, Germany, SIS Frankfurt is at An den Drei Hasen 34-36, 61440 Oberursel. It is a few minutes' drive from the financial metropolis of Frankfurt. The campus features classrooms and special-purpose rooms equipped with contemporary infrastructure and advanced teaching technology. The school emphasizes international education with local insight.

Stages
Bilingual Reception Programme; Primary School; and Secondary School (7-10) and (11-13). Subjects are taught in German and English; bilingualism is not a prerequisite for admission.

Type
State-approved Ersatzschule; private day school financed by a combination of school fees and state subsidies.

Pupil Nationality Mix
82 enrolled students; 15+ nationalities.

Country affiliation
Switzerland; part of the SIS Swiss International School network.

School day structure
Day school with supervision from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; exact lesson and supervision times vary between the different school levels.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school is a day school.

Food Options
Lunch is offered. The school provides lunch, homework supervision, before and after school care, flexible drop-off and pick-up times, and a variety of after-school activities.

Governance and Ownership
The school is state-approved private school financed by a combination of school fees and state subsidies.
Fees

Annual tuition at SIS Swiss International School Frankfurt ranges from EUR 1,680 to EUR 14,400 for 2026/27.

Overview of fee structure
- SIS Frankfurt charges income-based school fees that cover instruction, study time and supervision from 07:30 to 16:00. Tuition rates and a one-time entrance fee vary by gross family income and by school level (Primary School with Reception Programme and Secondary School, Grade 5).

Application / one-time entrance fee
- A one-time entrance fee is charged at contract signing and is non-refundable. The amount depends on gross family income and on school level. Examples by income band (entrance fee):
- Gross family income up to EUR 20,000: Primary EUR 212; Secondary (Grade 5) EUR 223.
- EUR 20,001–30,000: Primary EUR 424; Secondary EUR 445.
- EUR 30,001–40,000: Primary EUR 636; Secondary EUR 668.
- EUR 40,001–50,000: Primary EUR 795; Secondary EUR 835.
- EUR 50,001–60,000: Primary EUR 954; Secondary EUR 1,002.
- EUR 60,001–70,000: Primary EUR 1,060; Secondary EUR 1,113.
- EUR 70,001–80,000: Primary EUR 1,166; Secondary EUR 1,224.
- EUR 80,001–90,000: Primary EUR 1,272; Secondary EUR 1,336.
- EUR 90,001–100,000: Primary EUR 1,378; Secondary EUR 1,447.
- EUR 100,001–110,000: Primary EUR 1,378; Secondary EUR 1,447.
- EUR 110,001–120,000: Primary EUR 1,378; Secondary EUR 1,447.
- EUR 120,001–130,000: Primary EUR 1,378; Secondary EUR 1,447.
- EUR 130,001–140,000: Primary EUR 1,378; Secondary EUR 1,447.
- EUR 140,001–150,000: Primary EUR 1,378; Secondary EUR 1,447.
- EUR 150,001–250,000: Primary EUR 1,378; Secondary EUR 1,447.
- EUR 250,001 and above: Primary EUR 1,378; Secondary EUR 1,447.

Tuition fees by income band — Primary School (with Reception Programme)
- Fees are published as monthly averages. Per-term (semester) amounts are calculated as monthly × 6; annual amounts are monthly × 12. The monthly tuition rates (Primary) by gross family income are:
- Up to EUR 20,000: monthly EUR 140 → per semester EUR 840 → per year EUR 1,680.
- EUR 20,001–30,000: monthly EUR 281 → per semester EUR 1,686 → per year EUR 3,372.
- EUR 30,001–40,000: monthly EUR 424 → per semester EUR 2,544 → per year EUR 5,088.
- EUR 40,001–50,000: monthly EUR 566 → per semester EUR 3,396 → per year EUR 6,792.
- EUR 50,001–60,000: monthly EUR 641 → per semester EUR 3,846 → per year EUR 7,692.
- EUR 60,001–70,000: monthly EUR 736 → per semester EUR 4,416 → per year EUR 8,832.
- EUR 70,001–80,000: monthly EUR 826 → per semester EUR 4,956 → per year EUR 9,912.
- EUR 80,001–90,000: monthly EUR 895 → per semester EUR 5,370 → per year EUR 10,740.
- EUR 90,001–100,000: monthly EUR 963 → per semester EUR 5,778 → per year EUR 11,556.
- EUR 100,001–110,000: monthly EUR 1,035 → per semester EUR 6,210 → per year EUR 12,420.
- EUR 110,001–120,000: monthly EUR 1,092 → per semester EUR 6,552 → per year EUR 13,104.
- EUR 120,001–130,000: monthly EUR 1,114 → per semester EUR 6,684 → per year EUR 13,368.
- EUR 130,001–140,000: monthly EUR 1,204 → per semester EUR 7,224 → per year EUR 14,448.
- EUR 140,001–150,000: monthly EUR 1,261 → per semester EUR 7,566 → per year EUR 15,132.
- EUR 150,001–250,000: monthly EUR 1,348 → per semester EUR 8,088 → per year EUR 16,176.
- EUR 250,001 and above: monthly EUR 1,420 → per semester EUR 8,520 → per year EUR 17,040.

Tuition fees by income band — Secondary School (Grade 5)
- Monthly tuition rates (Secondary, Grade 5) by gross family income and corresponding per-semester and per-year totals:
- Up to EUR 20,000: monthly EUR 142 → per semester EUR 852 → per year EUR 1,704.
- EUR 20,001–30,000: monthly EUR 289 → per semester EUR 1,734 → per year EUR 3,468.
- EUR 30,001–40,000: monthly EUR 434 → per semester EUR 2,604 → per year EUR 5,208.
- EUR 40,001–50,000: monthly EUR 577 → per semester EUR 3,462 → per year EUR 6,924.
- EUR 50,001–60,000: monthly EUR 651 → per semester EUR 3,906 → per year EUR 7,812.
- EUR 60,001–70,000: monthly EUR 752 → per semester EUR 4,512 → per year EUR 9,024.
- EUR 70,001–80,000: monthly EUR 844 → per semester EUR 5,064 → per year EUR 10,128.
- EUR 80,001–90,000: monthly EUR 909 → per semester EUR 5,454 → per year EUR 10,908.
- EUR 90,001–100,000: monthly EUR 984 → per semester EUR 5,904 → per year EUR 11,808.
- EUR 100,001–110,000: monthly EUR 1,056 → per semester EUR 6,336 → per year EUR 12,672.
- EUR 110,001–120,000: monthly EUR 1,114 → per semester EUR 6,684 → per year EUR 13,368.
- EUR 120,001–130,000: monthly EUR 1,169 → per semester EUR 7,014 → per year EUR 14,028.
- EUR 130,001–140,000: monthly EUR 1,229 → per semester EUR 7,374 → per year EUR 14,748.
- EUR 140,001–150,000: monthly EUR 1,262 → per semester EUR 7,572 → per year EUR 15,144.
- EUR 150,001–250,000: monthly EUR 1,373 → per semester EUR 8,238 → per year EUR 16,476.
- EUR 250,001 and above: monthly EUR 1,440 → per semester EUR 8,640 → per year EUR 17,280.

Optional and additional fees
- Hot lunch programme: EUR 109 per month for all grade levels (charged as a lump sum monthly fee).
- After School Care (optional, subject to demand): two typical options charged per weekday booked (monthly): EUR 32 for 16:00–17:00; EUR 50 for 16:00–18:00. Booked weekdays are fixed for a semester.
- Textbooks: costs for textbooks are included in the tuition fees.
- Class trips, excursions and similar activity costs are not covered by the tuition fees and are charged separately.
- Administrative fee for changing invoice arrangements: EUR 50 per invoice (or per invoice line within collective invoices).

Sibling discount
- A sibling discount of 10% is applied to tuition fees for the second or third child enrolled. The one-time entrance fee, hot lunch fees and other additional services are excluded from this discount.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are expressed as monthly average rates based on 12 months per year (or 6 months per semester). Payments are due for 12 months per year, including holidays. Payment of fees must be made one semester in advance. For monthly payment arrangements there is a surcharge of 3% on each payment. Parents who pay in advance for the full school year receive a 2% discount. If the required family income evaluation form and supporting documents are not submitted on time, the maximum entrance fee and school fee will be charged.

Boarding
- Boarding is not provided; the school operates as a day school with supervision and care during the stated daily hours.

Refunds and cancellations
- The one-time entrance fee is non-refundable. Other refund terms (for partial attendance, early contract termination or other circumstances) are governed by the school contract and related agreements. The fee schedule notes that detailed, legally binding modalities are set out in the school contract.

Fee payment options
- The school arranges the specific mode of payment with each family; changes to the chosen payment method incur an administrative fee. Accepted payment methods are confirmed directly by the school when setting up fees and invoices.

(Values and terms above correspond to the published fee schedule for the school year and to the documented billing and payment rules.)
Academics

SIS Swiss International School Frankfurt teaches IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, German Curriculum for students aged 5 to 19.

Curriculum
SIS Frankfurt delivers a bilingual English–German curriculum from Reception through secondary school. The Reception Programme (ages 5–7) is bilingual and full-day (7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.), with English- and German-speaking teachers alternating. Primary School is based on the Hessian core curriculum, supplemented by SIS bilingual reading and writing, with maths and social studies taught in both languages; two teachers per class rotate instruction to immerse students in a bilingual environment. Primary School provides a full-day concept (7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.) with homework supervision and after-school clubs, and uses varied lessons with tablets and notebooks. The Secondary School (7–10) is bilingual and follows a state curriculum, with the Mittlerer Schulabschluss after Year 10 and regular benchmarking tests in mathematics, German and English. In Years 11–13, SIS Frankfurt offers Abitur and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, including a possible double diploma path, and the IBDP is a globally recognised university entrance qualification for higher education in English-speaking countries; SIS Frankfurt is a state-approved Ersatzschule.

Exam Results
From Year 3 of primary school, benchmarking tests in mathematics, German and English are taken and results are described as good on a regular basis. Results are communicated transparently to parents and form the basis for individual objectives discussed in parent consultations twice a year.

Higher Education Progression
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) is a globally recognised university entrance qualification and provides preparation for higher education in English-speaking countries. Students can graduate with Abitur or the IB Diploma, or both via a double-diploma path.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides a safe and supportive atmosphere and a nurturing, open, and multicultural learning environment that supports students' social and emotional development.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Subjects are taught in German and English; bilingual from day one from Reception through to college, with German- and English-native-speaking educators.

Mental Wellbeing
The school maintains a safe and supportive environment for student wellbeing.
Parent Experience

Community
SIS Frankfurt fosters a sense of community through projects across class groups and various theme weeks. It is located in Oberursel, a short drive from Frankfurt, with classrooms and spaces equipped with contemporary infrastructure and advanced teaching technology. The school has 82 enrolled students and more than 15 nationalities, reflecting an international community. Bilingual Experience and a Day School Community are core aspects of the student learning experience, supporting diverse learning needs.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is located in Oberursel, a few minutes from the financial metropolis of Frankfurt. The classrooms and special-purpose rooms are equipped with contemporary infrastructure and advanced teaching technology. The school fosters a sense of community through cross-class projects and theme weeks. It operates as a day school with a bilingual education model and continuity from kindergarten to college.

Academic Facilities
The school provides a bilingual experience with English and German instruction. The classrooms and special-purpose rooms are equipped with contemporary infrastructure and advanced teaching technology. The education emphasizes continuity from kindergarten through to college. Learning is enhanced by technology to support student achievement.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Lunch, homework supervision, before and after school care, and flexible drop-off and pick-up times are available. A variety of after-school activities and clubs are offered.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers a bilingual English–German curriculum from reception through secondary, with German- and English-speaking teachers alternating to anchor both languages. Primary instruction follows the Hessian core curriculum and is supplemented by elements of the British educational system, with bilingual reading and writing in German and English. The secondary school is bilingual, with equal importance given to English and German; subjects are usually taught in one language per year, while ensuring terminology and learning are developed in both languages. There is continuity from kindergarten to college, and learning is enhanced by technology; benchmarking tests in mathematics, German and English help track progress.

Arts & Creative
Art and sports are integral parts of the school routine. The school provides spaces such as a gymnasium and outdoor areas to support diverse activities. Extracurricular offerings complement daily learning with clubs and activities after school.

Cultural & Language
English and German are given equal importance as languages of instruction and interaction in the bilingual environment. In the early years, the reception programme is bilingual from day one, with German- and English-speaking teachers alternating. Primary instruction combines the Hessian core curriculum with bilingual reading and writing across subjects, fostering language development in both German and English. The school emphasizes international education with local insight and cross-grade activities to promote cultural awareness and global citizenship.

Social & Hobbies
The school offers lunch, homework supervision, and before- and after-school care, with a full-day concept that includes supervision from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. After 4 p.m., children can participate in after-school clubs, read, play, or rest. Extracurricular activities provide a varied school day and opportunities to socialize across age groups.

Community & Service
The school fosters a sense of community through projects across class groups and theme weeks. Students learn within an international community, with spaces and activities that support cross-grade collaboration and global citizenship. The school regularly collaborates in signature events and activities that involve SIS schools around the globe to broaden community engagement.

Leadership & Professional
The SIS Student Exchange Programme offers students unique opportunities to immerse themselves in different cultures and develop independence, adaptability, and communication skills, with exchanges in Brazil, Germany and Switzerland. Participating students gain global awareness and broaden career and university prospects, supported by a global SIS network. The program provides a structured pathway for personal growth and leadership development through international experience.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
A full-day concept supports families with care from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., with lessons from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and after-school clubs from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The school offers well-equipped spaces, including a gymnasium and imaginative outdoor areas, to encourage physical activity. The environment is described as safe and supportive, with emphasis on intellectual and personal development, and sports and arts are integrated into the daily routine.
Languages

Language Provision
German and English are the two school languages taught across all levels. The curriculum supports language development in both German and English with a bilingual reading and writing curriculum in the Primary School. Primary education follows the Hessian core curriculum, and Secondary School leads to the German Abitur and may offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

Bilingual Teaching
From Reception Programme through to Secondary School, SIS Frankfurt offers bilingual education. Subjects are taught in German and English at all levels. From day one, instruction is delivered bilingually by native German and English-speaking teachers. Secondary School prepares students for the German Abitur and, optionally, the International Baccalaureate Diploma.

Immersion Programs
Immersion is central to instruction, with a bilingual Reception Programme where English and German are taught by rotating teachers. In Primary School, each class has a German-speaking and an English-speaking teacher, delivering instruction in both languages daily. Core subjects, including mathematics and social studies, are taught in both languages, reinforcing bilingual fluency.
Admissions

Admissions
Registration is accepted all year round. The enrolment process comprises four steps: submitting the Registration Form; a consultation with the school management; trial days; and signing the school contract. If there is no place in the relevant grade, the child's name can be added to the waiting list. Admission is possible all year round and applies to Kindergarten, Reception Programme, Primary School, Secondary School (7-10), Secondary School (11-13), Secondary School and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). Most children are enrolled in the spring, between February and April, so they can start the new school year in August or September. There is no entrance examination for admission. Students learn German and English by immersion, with language support available as needed.

Waitlist
If there is currently no place available in the corresponding grade, the child's name can be added to the waiting list.
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