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East Bay German International School

United States, San Francisco

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The school at a glance
Instructs in German, English
Fees $28,500 - 37,000
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 150
Type Co-educational
Opened 2018
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages German, French, Spanish
Typical class size 12
Strengths Languages, STEM, Outdoor Education
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

East Bay German International School (EBGIS | EBIHS) is a dual‑language German‑English international school serving preschool through high school in Emeryville, California. The program blends a German/English bilingual curriculum with IB World School status and Advanced Placement options. Elementary and middle grades provide a dual‑language program in which 65–80 percent of instruction is in German, with a third language (Spanish or French) introduced in Grade 6, and by Grade 8 students prepare for the Deutsches Sprachdiplom I. In high school, Grades 9–10 offer AP courses, while Grades 11–12 pursue the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, including a bilingual IB Diploma. Language offerings include English, German, French, and Spanish, with IB DP Language & Literature options in English or German. The campus includes bilingual libraries, maker spaces, a science lab, spaces for music and art, an auditorium, and on‑campus athletics. Emeryville site has hosted a community school with family involvement and volunteers locally.

1070 41st St, Emeryville, CA 94608, United States

The Essentials

East Bay German International School has 150 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in German, English.

Location
The school is located at 1070 41st Street, Emeryville, CA 94608. It sits in Emeryville, between Oakland and Berkeley, just across the Bay Bridge from San Francisco. The campus is easily accessible by multiple modes of transportation, with the Emery Go-Round shuttle stopping one block from campus and MacArthur BART a short ride away.

Stages
Preschool through High School (age 2 through Grade 12), including Early Childhood (Preschool and Kindergarten), Elementary School (Grades 1-4), Middle School (Grades 5-8), and High School (Grades 9-12).

Type
Dual-language German-English immersion school; IB World School.

Additional learning support
ESL (English as a Second Language) across all programs; Deutsch als Zweitsprache (German language support) for middle and high school; Lese-Rechtschreibförderung (Dyslexia Support) and Literacy Support in Elementary; Math Support; DP Learning Studio; Advisory; collaboration with local school districts via SELPA.

Country affiliation
Germany (global network of German Schools).

School day structure
Preschool/Kindergarten: school day 8:30 AM–2:15 PM with 8:00 AM drop-off; Extended Day available until 4:30 PM or 6:00 PM. Elementary School: 8:30 AM–2:00 PM with 8:00 AM drop-off and Extended Day until 4:30 PM or 6:00 PM. Middle School: day starts at 8:30 AM; ends at 2:00 PM on most days, extending to 3:40 PM on some days for additional subjects; Afternoon Club and other activities available until 6:00 PM.

Bus service
Emery Go-Round stops one block from campus; MacArthur BART is a short ride away; campus accessible by train, bus, car, or ferry.
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by a Board of Directors. Senior Leadership oversees daily operations, including an Executive Director and an Associate Executive Director. The Board includes Rufus Pichler as Chair, Kay Naumann as Secretary, and Bess Daubenmire as Treasurer.
Fees

Annual tuition at East Bay German International School ranges from USD 28,500 to USD 37,000 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- Application fee (one-time): $75 per child.

Enrollment and administrative fees

- Enrollment fee (one-time at enrollment): $800 per student.
- Facility fee (annual, per family): $1,000.
- Materials fee: Preschool/Elementary: $150; Middle/High School: $200.

Annual tuition fees by school level (amounts shown are annual tuition)

- Preschool (10-month option): USD 28,500.
- Preschool (12-month option, includes summer camp): USD 32,000.
- Kindergarten: USD 28,500.
- Elementary School (Grades 1–4): USD 30,500.
- Middle School (Grades 5–8): USD 32,500.
- High School (Grades 9–10): USD 35,000.
- High School (Grades 11–12, IB Diploma Programme): USD 37,000.

Payment plans, billing schedule and payment terms

- Available payment plan options and timing:
- Lump-sum payment at signing of contract (2% discount applied to tuition).
- Two payments: due July 1 and January 1 (1% discount applied to tuition).
- 10-month plan: monthly installments August 1 through May 1 (no discount).
- 12-month plan: available for Preschool only; July 1 through June 1 (no discount).
- Tuition insurance is required for every student; the premium is 2.9% of total tuition and is due with the enrollment deposit and any administrative fee where applicable.
- The enrollment contract holds families financially responsible for the full tuition and fees regardless of withdrawal; tuition insurance can cover the balance in specified insured situations.

Sibling discounts

- Second enrolled child: 10% discount on tuition.
- Third (and subsequent) enrolled child: 20% discount on tuition.

Extended-day and after-school program fees

- Extended Day hourly rate: USD 18 per hour (Preschool/Kindergarten and Elementary/Middle rates noted similarly on fee schedule). A registration fee applies for hourly care.
- Full extended-day program (until 6:00 pm): USD 6,700 per year.

Other costs and optional fees

- Tuition insurance premium (required): 2.9% of total tuition, charged with the enrollment deposit/administrative fee.
- One-time enrollment/administrative fee: USD 800 per student.
- Family facility fee (annual): USD 1,000.
- Materials fees as listed above.
- Extended-day registration fee for hourly care: USD 100.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable; the school operates as a day school and does not list boarding or residential-program fees.

Refund and withdrawal information

- The enrollment contract makes the family financially responsible for the full tuition and fees regardless of withdrawal. Tuition insurance is required and is intended to cover remaining tuition in certain qualifying situations; the insurance premium equals 2.9% of total tuition and is payable with the enrollment deposit/administrative fee. No general cash-back refund policy for full tuition is provided in the public fee material; final refund/adjustment rules would be determined under the terms of the enrollment contract and the tuition insurance policy.

Fee payment options and how payments are presented

- The online application and enrollment process uses the school's application system (Ravenna) and asks applicants to choose a form of payment when submitting the application/enrollment; public fee materials list the available payment-plan schedules but do not specify which payment instruments (credit card, ACH/bank transfer, check) are accepted. Families are instructed to select a payment method during the application/enrollment steps. For application submission, the application fee must be paid as part of a complete application.

Key contact for fee and billing questions

- Admissions and tuition-assistance contact: admissions@ebgis.org. Phone: 510.380.0301.

Note on public materials reviewed: the school's published materials provide annual tuition amounts, required fees, payment-plan dates and the requirement for tuition insurance, but do not list a specific public breakdown of accepted payment instruments (for example, explicit confirmation of credit card, bank transfer/ACH, or check). The application system asks applicants to choose a form of payment during submission; final payment-instrument options are provided during the application/enrollment process.
Academics

East Bay German International School teaches IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
The school is an IB World School serving preschool through high school. In the East Bay International High School, Grades 9–10 offer Advanced Placement (AP) courses and exams; Grades 11–12 pursue the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP), including a bilingual IB Diploma. Elementary through middle school provide a dual-language German/English program; middle school has 65–80% of instruction in German, with a third language (Spanish or French) introduced in Grade 6, and by Grade 8 students prepare for the Deutsches Sprachdiplom I (DSD I). Language offerings include English, German, French, and Spanish, with IB DP Language & Literature options in English and German.

Student Teacher Ratio
6:1

Exam Results
IB Diploma Programme pass rate is 100%. Diploma Programme average GPA was 4.6 (Class of 2025). AP examinations show an average score of 4.3. 100% of EBGIS graduates were admitted to leading universities, including Brown University, UC Berkeley, UC Davis, UC Santa Cruz, Cal Poly, Santa Clara University, NYU, George Washington University, American University, Wesleyan University, Smith College, Middlebury College, and Universität Regensburg.

Higher Education Progression
100% of graduates were admitted to leading universities, including Brown University, UC Berkeley, UC Davis, UC Santa Cruz, Cal Poly, Santa Clara University, NYU, George Washington University, American University, Wesleyan University, Smith College, Middlebury College, Universität Regensburg.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
EBGIS | EBIHS is deeply committed to nurturing the whole student—academically, socially, and emotionally. Our counselors support students' well-being, academic progress, and future aspirations through weekly individual counseling and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) workshops. SEL workshops build emotional intelligence, resilience, and collaboration across classes. Counselors collaborate with teachers to implement SEL curricula and advise on managing challenging behaviors effectively. Parents participate in conferences to align school and home support, and our SEL programs are informed by research-backed practices to foster confidence, empathy, and strong interpersonal skills.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
EBGIS partners with local school districts and the Northern California Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) to provide specialized resources and services. The Student Support Coordinator coordinates access to resources and develops individualized student plans, including ISPs and behavior plans. The school holds collaborative meetings with families and teachers to design actionable support plans. It maintains partnerships with local districts to meet diverse learning needs and provide specialized services across grade levels.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English as a Second Language (ESL) is available across all academic programs. The ESL course provides structured language support for students who are new to English or developing proficiency, using a mix of visuals, interactive activities, and conversation practice. Students engage in reading, writing, speaking, and listening activities that are integrated with classroom content. The program emphasizes functional language use in academic and social contexts to help students participate fully in learning.

Mental Wellbeing
EBGIS places student well-being at the center of its education. Our Student Support and Counseling program nurtures emotional health alongside academics, with counselors leading SEL initiatives and providing ongoing support. SEL programs foster emotional resilience, self-awareness, and strong interpersonal skills. Counselors collaborate with teachers and families to support well-being and help students set and pursue personal and academic goals. Through these efforts, students develop confidence, empathy, and a sense of belonging in the school community.

Safeguarding
EBGIS maintains a comprehensive COVID-19 safety and disease-prevention plan. The Model COVID-19 Prevention Program covers disease-prevention education, handwashing, signage, and the use of appropriate PPE and cleaning protocols. It outlines procedures for investigating COVID-19 cases, notifying health authorities, and protecting privacy. Exclusion and return-to-campus protocols are specified, with isolation or quarantine timelines and steps to ensure educational continuity. The plan also includes staff leave policies related to COVID-19, such as sick leave and COVID-specific family leave.
Parent Experience

History
EBGIS | EBIHS occupies a historic campus in Emeryville, California. The site was originally constructed in 1925 as the Anna Yates School. The school took over the historic space in 2019 after the city consolidated its school infrastructure and has since upgraded and modernized facilities while preserving the original charm and community-centered spirit. It began as a small East Bay start-up and grew into a fully accredited international school serving students from preschool through high school. The Class of 2025 marked the school's first high school graduating class.

Community
EBGIS fosters a global and local community. The campus sits in Emeryville, serving families from a broad East Bay area including Alameda, Albany, Lafayette, Orinda, and Walnut Creek. The community emphasizes cross-cultural experiences and multilingual learning through a bilingual immersion program and inquiry-based curriculum. The school hosts a range of community events such as Coffee and Cake, the Annual EBGIS Benefit, Literacy Week, and parent-teacher conferences.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus is spacious and centrally located. It includes large classrooms, dedicated spaces for music and art, and a library. An auditorium, athletic facilities, and ample play space support a full on-campus experience. The preschool program occupies its own mini-campus adjacent to the main campus, giving younger students indoor and outdoor spaces of their own while allowing participation in all-school activities.

Sports Facilities
The on-site facilities include athletic spaces and fields for a range of sports. The campus supports physical education and team activities with its on-campus athletic resources. Students participate in on-campus sports using these fields and spaces. The overall design emphasizes accessible, active learning through movement and play.

Academic Facilities
The campus features bilingual libraries with German and English books. It includes maker spaces for hands-on projects and collaboration. A science laboratory supports scientific inquiry across grade levels. Dedicated spaces for music and art complement the core academics, along with a large auditorium and classrooms.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Mountain Bike Team offers opportunities for cycling and outdoor activity. The After School Extended Day program provides supervision and activities beyond the school day. The campus hosts school and community events that enrich student life. Additional clubs and programs are available through on-campus resources and activities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Enrichment programs and after-school classes are offered by EBGIS | EBIHS faculty and trusted external providers. Past offerings have included Art & Design, STEM Challenges, Coding & Robotics, Music & Theater, Chess, Culinary Arts, Martial Arts, Creative Writing, and Journalism. These programs are developmentally appropriate and designed to complement the academic day, with many students taking multiple classes each week to expand their creative and academic horizons.

Arts & Creative
Art & Design, Music & Theater, Creative Writing, and Journalism are among enrichment options. A band program is also part of the offerings, and drama appears in after-school activities. Past topics include band and drama as well as other creative pursuits.

Cultural & Language
Dual-language immersion ensures students in Early Childhood through Grade 8 learn in both German and English through an integrated, inquiry-based curriculum. The East Bay International High School offers multilingual tracks with courses in German, French, and Spanish, while instruction in other subjects remains in English. No prior German language knowledge is required for admission to EBIHS.

Social & Hobbies
Enrichment classes cover social and hobbies topics such as gardening, cooking, band, drama, woodworking, LEGO construction, programming, soccer, and martial arts. After-school programs include band and drama, supporting collaborative and creative pursuits. Students can participate in activities across age groups and build friendships beyond the classroom.

Community & Service
Volunteering is central to the EBGIS | EBIHS community. Families are asked to contribute 20 volunteer hours per academic year, with opportunities including committees, event planning, campus volunteer Saturdays, library support, and remote roles. Volunteer activities are coordinated through the Family Association and ParentSquare, and can involve in-person or remote contributions.

Leadership & Professional
Family Association committees offer leadership opportunities for parents, including Class Parent Representative roles, Community Outreach, Staff Appreciation, Admissions & Advancement, and Equity & Inclusion. These roles connect families with school events, admissions activities, and community initiatives, fostering leadership and engagement.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Athletics and enrichment programs emphasize balance, belonging, and wellness. The middle school Mountain Bike Team competes in NorCal leagues, and high school students access a broad athletics program through Emery High School partnerships (Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Track & Field). Community athletic clubs include Rugby, Ultimate Frisbee, Rowing, and Climbing, extending physical activity and collaboration beyond the campus.
Languages

Language Provision
German and English are the core instructional languages from preschool through middle school. In middle school, French or Spanish is introduced. East Bay International High School offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) with pathways to the Bilingual IB Diploma.

Bilingual Teaching
The school uses a dual-language immersion model in German and English from Early Childhood through Grade 8. In middle school, French or Spanish is added to language study. The school is an IB World School offering a pathway toward the Bilingual IB Diploma in high school.

Immersion Programs
Preschool through middle school provide dual-language German/English immersion programs, using an integrated, inquiry-based curriculum.
Admissions

Admissions
Early Childhood
1. Step 1: Submit an Inquiry. To submit an initial inquiry, click here and fill out the form. This enables us to provide information about the admissions process, including upcoming virtual and online events. You are welcome to attend these events to learn about the program and to help us get to know you.
2. Step 2: Create Your Profile and Submit Your Application. Create a Ravenna account and complete your application following the Ravenna steps. The new student application deadline is January 11, 2026.
3. Step 3: Family Interview. After we receive your application, we may contact you to schedule an in-person interview. This is an opportunity to get to know your family and child and to ask questions about the program.
4. Step 4: Notification of Admissions Decision. Early Childhood admissions decisions are issued on a rolling basis from February 13, 2026 to March 19, 2026.
5. Step 5: Sign the Enrollment Contract. To secure your child's place, complete the Enrollment Contract by March 26, 2026. Families who submit their contract by this date qualify for the $800 enrollment fee; contracts submitted after March 26 are subject to the increased enrollment fee of $1,200 per student.

Elementary School
1. Step 1: Submit an Inquiry. To submit an initial inquiry, click here and fill out the form. This enables us to provide information about the admissions process, including upcoming events. You are welcome to attend these events to learn about the program and to help us get to know you.
2. Step 2: Create Your Profile and Submit Your Application. New Student Application Deadline: January 11, 2026.
3. Step 3: Family Interview. After we receive your application, we may contact you to schedule an in-person interview.
4. Step 4: Notification of Admissions Decision. You will receive an admissions decision no later than March 19, 2026; if you applied for tuition assistance, you will receive a decision on your application by February 13, 2026.
5. Step 5: Sign the Enrollment Contract. To secure your child's place, complete the Enrollment Contract by March 26, 2026; the enrollment fee discount applies (the $800 rate) if by this date; contracts submitted after March 26 are subject to $1,200.

Middle School
1. Step 1: Submit an Inquiry. To submit an initial inquiry, click here and fill out the form. This enables us to provide information about the admissions process, including upcoming virtual and online events. You are welcome to attend these events to learn about the program and to help us get to know you.
2. Step 2: Create Your Profile and Submit Your Application. New Student Application Deadline: January 11, 2026.
3. Step 3: Family Interview. After we receive your application, we may contact you to schedule an in-person interview.
4. Step 4: Notification of Admissions Decision. You will receive an admissions decision no later than March 19, 2026; if you applied for tuition assistance, you will receive a decision on your application by February 13, 2026.
5. Step 5: Sign the Enrollment Contract. To secure your child's place, complete the Enrollment Contract by March 26, 2026; the enrollment fee discount applies (the $800 rate) if by this date; contracts submitted after March 26 are subject to $1,200.

High School
1. Step 1: Submit an Inquiry. To submit an initial inquiry, click here and fill out the form. This enables us to provide information about the admissions process, including upcoming virtual and online events. You are welcome to attend these events to learn about the program and to help us get to know you.
2. Step 2: Create Your Profile and Submit Your Application. New Student Application Deadline: January 11, 2026.
3. Step 3: Family Interview. After we receive your application, we may contact you to schedule an in-person interview.
4. Step 4: Diagnostic Assessments. All applicants complete a set of diagnostic assessments designed not for admissions decisions, but to help us understand each student's academic profile and learning strengths. These assessments include a Mathematics and English diagnostic aligned with the California Common Core Standards, and for bilingual or multilingual students, an AAPPL to determine language proficiency across listening, speaking, reading, and writing on the ACTFL scale. The diagnostic process helps us personalize your child's learning from the start.
5. Step 5: Notification of Admissions Decision. You will receive an admissions decision no later than March 19, 2026. If you applied for tuition assistance, you will receive a decision on your application by February 13, 2026.
6. Step 6: Sign the Enrollment Contract. To secure your child's place, complete the Enrollment Contract by March 26, 2026. Families who submit their contract by this date qualify for the $800 enrollment fee; contracts submitted after March 26 are subject to the increased enrollment fee of $1,200 per student.

Scholarships
Tuition Assistance
We offer tuition assistance through School and Student Services (SSS) by NAIS to help families afford the program. Families complete the Parents' Financial Statement (PFS) online in the SSS Family Portal and provide all required supporting documents. Steps to complete the PFS are: visit the SSS Family Portal, create an account and begin your PFS, submit the PFS and pay the non‑refundable fee, and upload required documents under the “My Documents” tab. Key information includes the school name (East Bay German International School), SSS Code (9206), and the tuition assistance contact (admissions@ebgis.org). Required documents include prior year tax returns, W‑2s, IRS Form 4506‑T, and any additional documents as requested. Deadlines must be met for timely review; provisional decisions may be made if documentation is incomplete, and awards depend on the SSS Estimated Family Contribution, supporting documentation, and sometimes a family interview. For assistance completing the PFS, contact SSS customer service at (800) 344‑8328 or sss@communitybrands.com, or reach out to admissions@ebgis.org.

Our commitment is to make bilingual education accessible and to work with families throughout the financial aid process.
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