Bavarian International School - City Campus vs St. George's - Munich
Bavarian International School - City Campus and St. George's - Munich are both in Munich, about 3 km apart. Both schools offer IB programmes, and St. George's - Munich also offers EYFS, British, Cambridge IGCSE, IBCP and BTEC Qualification. Published annual fees are €17,900 - 23,860 at Bavarian International School - City Campus and €14,750 - 19,550 at St. George's - Munich, which puts Bavarian International School - City Campus roughly 22% higher. Bavarian International School - City Campus takes pupils from 3 to 11, and St. George's - Munich from 2 to 18. Typical class sizes are 22 at Bavarian International School - City Campus and 20 at St. George's - Munich.
EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), BTEC Qualification
Pupils
Pupils
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Pupils
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Typical class size
Typical class size
22
Typical class size
20
Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
English, German
Opened
Opened
1991
Opened
2013
Bus service
Bus service
Yes
Bus service
Yes
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
The school has two campuses: Haimhausen Campus and City Campus in Munich-Schwabing. The Haimhausen Campus is approximately 15 km north of Munich, and the City Campus is located in Munich-Schwabing.
Location
Heidemstraße 182, 80939 München, Germany. The school is located in Munich, Germany. Public transport serves the campus via Kieferngarten (U6) and Freimann (U3/U6), with nearby bus routes 140, 170, 171 and 180.
Stages
Stages
The school has Primary through International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP), including IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), DP and CP.
Stages
From Pre-Nursery to Year 13.
School type
School type
The school is a non-profit gAG (gemeinnützige Aktiengesellschaft) with two campuses.
School type
Independent British international school.
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
More than 50 nationalities represented.
Additional learning support
Additional learning support
The school has an English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme and Learning Support for students with mild learning differences.
Additional learning support
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Country affiliation
Country affiliation
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Country affiliation
British
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
ASA times: Haimhausen—Mon-Thu 16:15–17:15; Fri 14:30–15:30. City Campus—Mon-Thu 15:30–16:30; Fri 13:50–14:50. ASC times: City Campus Mon-Thu 15:30–18:00; Fri 13:30–17:00.
School day structure
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Bus service details
Bus service details
The school has a bus shuttle service for the two campuses, including a morning and after-school shuttle to the Garching-Hochbrück U6; a courtesy bus for Secondary School students; and a City Line Bus with fixed stops at Odeonsplatz, Münchner Freiheit and BIS City Campus.
Bus service details
Public transport access: Kieferngarten (U6); Freimann (U3/U6); Bernsteinweg (bus 140, 170, 171, 180).
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application and registration fees
- Application fee (new students): EUR 200; non-refundable and payable at the time of application. - Registration fee (new students): EUR 2,200; invoiced upon acceptance and non-refundable. - Re-registration fee (returning students): EUR 1,100; invoiced upon confirmed re-registration. A Late Re-Registration Fee of EUR 2,200 applies when re-registration is submitted after the closing date.
Tuition fees by year group (School year 2025–26) — annual, two-term and monthly instalment values
All amounts are quoted in euros (EUR). The annual tuition amounts and the equivalent payment-option amounts for the academic year 2025–26 are:
- Early Childhood — Annual: EUR 17,860 - One payment (due July 15, 2025): EUR 17,860.00 - Two-term payments (administrative surcharge applies; first instalment due July 15, 2025; second due January 15, 2026): 1st term EUR 11,609.00; 2nd term EUR 6,608.20. (Two-term option requires direct debit from an EU bank.) - Ten monthly instalments (administrative surcharge applies; July 2025–April 2026): EUR 1,857.44 per month.
- Grade 1–5 — Annual: EUR 17,900 - One payment (due July 15, 2025): EUR 17,900.00 - Two-term: 1st term EUR 11,635.00; 2nd term EUR 6,623.00. (Two-term via direct debit from an EU bank.) - Ten monthly instalments: EUR 1,861.60 per month.
- Grade 6–8 — Annual: EUR 20,730 - One payment (due July 15, 2025): EUR 20,730.00 - Two-term: 1st term EUR 13,474.50; 2nd term EUR 7,670.10. (Two-term via direct debit from an EU bank.) - Ten monthly instalments: EUR 2,155.92 per month.
- Grade 9 — Annual: EUR 21,770 - One payment (due July 15, 2025): EUR 21,770.00 - Two-term: 1st term EUR 14,150.50; 2nd term EUR 8,054.90. (Two-term via direct debit from an EU bank.) - Ten monthly instalments: EUR 2,264.08 per month.
- Grade 10–12 — Annual: EUR 23,860 - One payment (due July 15, 2025): EUR 23,860.00 - Two-term: 1st term EUR 15,509.00; 2nd term EUR 8,828.20. (Two-term via direct debit from an EU bank.) - Ten monthly instalments: EUR 2,481.44 per month.
Note on two-term and monthly options: the two-term payment option carries an administrative charge (shown in the prospectus) and is only available via direct debit from an EU bank; the monthly instalment option carries a higher administrative charge and is likewise available only by direct debit from an EU bank. Non-payment or late payment of an instalment without prior agreement may result in the entire outstanding balance becoming due immediately and surcharges being applied.
Entrance fee (capital development fee)
- Entrance Fee total: EUR 14,430 per child, paid in three instalments across the first three years of attendance. - Year 1 (upon initial admission): EUR 7,770 (due in full or under the monthly payment option where available). - Year 2: EUR 4,440 (due in full). - Year 3: EUR 2,220 (due in full). - The Entrance Fee is non-refundable.
Billing schedule and key payment dates
- Tuition Fee and Entrance Fee are invoiced after (re-)registration and are due by July 15th (invoice year shown: July 15, 2025 for 2025–26). - Two-term option: 1st payment due July 15th; 2nd payment due January 15th. - Monthly instalments (when chosen): due on the 15th of each month from July through April of the academic year. - Transportation fees (if used) are due in October (1st semester) and February (2nd semester). Bus service is available for a complete school year only.
Payment terms, methods and bank details
- All payments are to be made in euros (EUR). Bank transfers should be made to the campus-specific bank account; IBANs and BIC/SWIFT details are provided for each campus. Transfers from banks outside the EU: any bank charges are to be borne by the payer. Direct debit from an EU bank is required for the two-term and monthly payment options. - Overdue balances: a 1% interest per month is charged on overdue amounts; no child will be admitted to class until all fees due have been paid.
Proration, refunds and withdrawals
- Pro-rata for students who enrol late: the annual tuition fee is prorated according to specific enrolment date thresholds (for example, enrolment as of 15 October results in 95% payable; as of 15 November 85%; as of 15 December 75%; continuing down to later dates with lower payable percentages). Exact pro-rata percentages are applied based on the enrolment date. - Refunds for students who leave early: refunds are calculated according to defined date ranges within the academic year (refund percentages decrease as the school year progresses). Exact refund percentages depend on the withdrawal date within the school calendar. - Withdrawal notice: the Admissions Office must be notified in writing at least six weeks prior to the withdrawal date.
Sibling discounts and fee reductions
- Sibling discount on Tuition and Entrance Fee only: 10% reduction for the third sibling currently enrolled; 15% reduction for the fourth sibling currently enrolled. The discount applies only when all siblings are enrolled in the same school year. - A Fee Reduction Programme (means-tested) is available for eligible families; reduced tuition and entrance fee amounts and monthly instalment options may be available under that programme.
Other costs (additional charges during the year)
- Transportation service: charged separately based on distance; bus contracts are annual and a separate schedule applies. - Lunch and snack services: hot meals and snack options are available and are invoiced (hot lunch usually invoiced by the meal service provider). - After-school activities and athletics: a minimal Sports and Activities Fee is charged per activity and per term; individual activity fees are announced at registration. Sport uniforms and some activity-related items are invoiced by service providers. - Field trips, calculators, IB examination and related IB course costs (including invigilation and IBCP course charges) are invoiced by the school as they occur. Fees for IB self-taught languages and some home-language courses are usually invoiced and paid directly to the external service provider.
Boarding
- Boarding is not applicable; BIS operates two day-school campuses (Haimhausen and City Campus, Munich-Schwabing) and does not charge boarding fees.
Late payments and contract conditions
- Late payment interest: 1% per month on overdue balances. Students will not be admitted to class until fees due under the agreed terms are paid in full. Administrative fees apply for changing payment options after invoice issuance.
Summary
- Annual tuition for 2025–26 ranges from EUR 17,860 (Early Childhood) to EUR 23,860 (Grades 10–12). Application, registration and entrance fees are additional and must be paid according to the invoicing schedule. Multiple payment options are available (single payment, two-term, or monthly instalments) with administrative charges and direct-debit requirements for instalment plans. Additional charges (transport, meals, activities, IB exam fees, uniforms, trips) are invoiced separately. Non-refundable items include the Application Fee, Registration Fee, and the Entrance Fee; withdrawal, pro-rata and refund rules are applied according to the school's published schedules and deadlines.
Fee details
Application fee
- A non-refundable application fee of EUR 750 is payable once per student when the application form is submitted.
Charges when joining (one-off items)
- Refundable deposit: EUR 1,000 will be included in the first invoice for each new student; this deposit is refundable as a deduction on the final Extras bill when the student leaves, provided all other fees and charges have been paid and correct notice of withdrawal has been given. - Building Fund: EUR 1,500 billed once per year per student (maximum two payments per family). - Stability Fund: EUR 200 billed once per year per student (maximum two payments per family).
Tuition and per-term billing (school year 2025/2026 — amounts in EUR)
Notes on billing: parents electing to pay personally will receive invoices in four instalments. Bill due dates for the 2025/2026 academic year are: Bill 1 — 31 May 2025; Bill 2 — 30 Sep 2025; Bill 3 — 31 Jan 2026; Bill 4 — 30 Apr 2026. Bill 2 includes the Building Fund and Stability Fund. Bill amounts shown below are the four instalment amounts for that year.
- Nursery & Reception classes: - Annual Tuition Fees: EUR 13,050. Building Fund: EUR 1,500. Stability Fund: EUR 200. Total School Fees (annual): EUR 14,750. - Four instalments (Bill 1 → Bill 4): EUR 2,000; EUR 4,050; EUR 4,525; EUR 4,175 respectively.
- Year 1 to Year 2: - Annual Tuition Fees: EUR 14,250. Building Fund: EUR 1,500. Stability Fund: EUR 200. Total School Fees (annual): EUR 15,950. - Four instalments (Bill 1 → Bill 4): EUR 2,000; EUR 4,450; EUR 4,920; EUR 4,580 respectively.
- Year 3 to Year 6: - Annual Tuition Fees: EUR 15,150. Building Fund: EUR 1,500. Stability Fund: EUR 200. Total School Fees (annual): EUR 16,850. - Four instalments (Bill 1 → Bill 4): EUR 2,000; EUR 4,750; EUR 5,220; EUR 4,880 respectively.
- Year 7 to Year 9: - Annual Tuition Fees: EUR 16,150. Building Fund: EUR 1,500. Stability Fund: EUR 200. Total School Fees (annual): EUR 17,850. - Four instalments (Bill 1 → Bill 4): EUR 2,000; EUR 5,080; EUR 5,560; EUR 5,210 respectively.
- Year 10 to Year 13: - Annual Tuition Fees: EUR 17,850. Building Fund: EUR 1,500. Stability Fund: EUR 200. Total School Fees (annual): EUR 19,550. - Four instalments (Bill 1 → Bill 4): EUR 2,000; EUR 5,650; EUR 6,120; EUR 5,780 respectively.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard invoicing for families: four instalments per academic year with the Bill Due Dates listed above. Companies that cover fees may be billed annually; an annual payment option can be arranged through the Billing Officer. Monthly instalments (spread from May to April) can be arranged by contacting the Billing Officer. - The school reserves the right to charge interest on overdue bills and a EUR 40 administrative fee for late payment; school reports may be retained until all outstanding invoices are paid. - The school states that Bill 2 contains the Building Fund and Stability Fund and that Bill 1 will increase to EUR 3,000 from the 2026/2027 school year (with corresponding adjustments to later bills).
Withdrawal, notice and refunds
- Withdrawal notice: contractual notice requirements apply. For end-of-term withdrawals, notice deadlines for the 2025/2026 year are listed in the fee schedule (examples: 30 Jan for withdrawal at the end of the Spring term; 30 Sep for withdrawal at the end of the Autumn term; 30 Apr for withdrawal at the end of the Summer term). In the absence of correct written notice, parents accept liability to pay one third of the applicable annual tuition fees in lieu of notice. The refundable deposit is issued as a deduction on the final Extras bill once all charges are settled and correct notice has been received. - Extras (canteen, individual music lessons, after‑school activities, trips etc.) are billed separately (typically in November, March, May and July) and must be paid within 30 days; the refundable deposit is intended to cover possible Extras charges.
Boarding fees
- No boarding fees are shown in the schools published fee schedule for 2025/2026; the fee schedule lists day-school tuition, funds and extras only. Boarding is not applicable in the published fees.
Other costs and charges
- Extras (canteen, after-school activities, individual music lessons and other optional services) are charged separately and billed in November, March, May and July; these costs are not included in the standard tuition line and are payable within 30 days. The refundable EUR 1,000 deposit is intended to cover possible Extras charges. - Uniforms are supplied through the schools official uniform supplier (online shop listed as Trutex). Uniform purchase cost is separate from tuition and extras. - Examination fees, specific trips or specialist course fees (where applicable) and any additional individual support charges are billed separately when required. The fee schedule confirms that any student receiving additional support within school will be charged an additional fee which will be discussed with the parents.
Refunds and adjustments
- The refundable EUR 1,000 deposit is returned as a credit on the final Extras bill when the student leaves, provided all other fees and charges have been paid and correct notice has been submitted to the Head of Finance and Administration. Apart from that deposit mechanism and the pro‑rata / notice adjustments shown for joining/leaving during the year, the published fee schedule does not list other routine tuition refunds.
Fee payment options and contacts
- Invoices are issued to parents; parents may choose the standard four-instalment schedule, arrange one annual payment (companies can be billed annually) or request monthly instalments through the Billing Officer. Bank details are provided on invoices/parent billing documents; the school notes it is not planning to change bank details and invites parents to contact the Accounts/Billing Office for payment arrangements. The Billing Officer contact used in the published schedule is billing@st-georges.lu and the Head of Finance and Administration contact is financemanager@st-georges.lu. The published schedule does not list specific public details about accepting credit-card payments.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
The school offers the full range of IB programmes: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP). PYP is for ages 3-12, MYP is for ages 13-16, and DP/CP are for ages 16-19. The two campuses are the City Campus in Munich and the Haimhausen Campus. English is the language of instruction; German language classes are offered from Grade 1 and additional languages—French, Spanish, Japanese and Mandarin—begin in Grade 6. Support services include language and learning support, pastoral care and university counselling.
Curriculum details
The school teaches a hybrid of the British National Curriculum and the International Baccalaureate (IB). From ages 2 to 18, students benefit from small class sizes and individual attention. The National Curriculum in England is taught up to age 14, followed by two years of IGCSE preparation for ages 14-16; the IGCSE provides external, independent accreditation and is recognised by German authorities as Mittlere Reife. The school offers two IB pathways—the Diploma Programme (DP) and the Career-related Programme (CP)—which complement the British education and prepare students for higher education. The IB complements and mirrors the British education we offer and is recognised as equivalent to the German Abitur.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
The school reports an average student–teacher ratio of 7:1.
Student teacher ratio
Maximum class size is 20.
Exam results
Exam results
In 2025, two BIS DP graduates achieved the maximum 45/45 points; 17% of graduates scored more than 40 points. In 2023, the DP average was 35 points, with 18.3% scoring above 40. These results indicate BIS DP scores are competitive with, and often above, global averages.
Exam results
IB average (2025) 34 points, 4 points above the world average; best individual IB result (2022/23) 44 points.
Higher education progression
Higher education progression
Graduates are admitted to top universities around the world. University and career counselling support students with higher education planning, including events with university representatives and targeted guidance.
Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
The school tailors learning to each student's strengths, needs, skills and interests, supporting lower attaining pupils while stretching the more able.
Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
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History
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Community
Community
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Community
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Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
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Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions at BIS uses rolling admissions with a five-step process: Enquire, Visit, Apply, Decision, Enrolment. The application process includes submitting an online application, paying a non-refundable €200 application fee, testing and screening (EC2–Grade 5 may have guest days and a German language screening; Grades 6–12 may complete an online English placement test and a spontaneous writing assignment, followed by a personal interview, which can be conducted via video for long-distance applicants). The Admissions Committee reviews all components and aims to provide an admission decision within 10 working days after receiving a complete application, though this may extend during holidays or if extra information is required. A place is confirmed only after the application is complete, the enrolment contract is signed, and fees have been received. Enrollment priorities favour expat families first, then siblings, then local German families. If spaces are limited, applicants are placed on a waiting list and BIS cannot disclose a specific position on the wait list. The language of instruction is English; German is taught as part of the curriculum from Grade 1, and five other main languages are taught (German, Spanish, French, Japanese, Mandarin).
Admissions
St.George's Munich serves children from age 2 to 18. The curriculum progresses with age: Pre-Nursery to Reception follows the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework; Years 1–9 follow the National Curriculum of England; Years 10–11 offer International GCSEs accredited by Cambridge International Examinations; Years 12–13 prepare students toward the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme or Career-Related Programme. Pupils join with varying levels of English in Primary, and all new starters are assessed and offered additional language support as required. German language skills are not required to enter; many join with no knowledge of German, and German courses are available to support learners, with native German speakers following the local German language curriculum. Applications can be submitted at any point during the year, with a maximum of 20 pupils per class. Start dates are flexible, though Upper School and Sixth Form entrants may need to join at the start of a cycle. For Secondary admission and entry into IGCSE/IB, placement tests may be required; trial days and placement testing can be arranged throughout the year.
Scholarships
Scholarships
Scholarship Programme is run by Friends of BIS e.V. and BIS funds scholarships to enable particularly gifted and capable students to attend BIS regardless of parental income. In addition to Believe, Inspire, and Succeed, BIS is introducing the Dr. Chrissie Sorenson Scholarship for Grades 9–12 starting in 2026–27. The Dr. Chrissie Sorenson Scholarship is named after BIS's Head of School and is funded entirely by a BIS community member; it is available to German or international children who are permanent residents in Germany and whose families can prove financial need. The application process includes emailing scholarship@bis-school.com, submitting a financial questionnaire and a motivation letter, starting the online application, and possibly completing an English test, followed by a presentation to a panel if shortlisted. Deadline for the Dr. Chrissie Sorenson scholarship is April 7, 2026. The first awardee was Isabella B. Important notes: candidates must have permanent residence in Germany; financial need must be proven; existing BIS students are not eligible. For inquiries, scholarship@bis-school.com.
Scholarships
Financial assistance is available with limited provisions for families facing financial challenges to help exceptional students benefit from the programmes. For accurate details on tuition fees and available financial aid, contact the Admissions team.
Waitlist
Waitlist
Does BIS have a waiting list? When a grade is full, qualified applicants are placed on a waiting list and contacted as soon as a space opens; BIS cannot disclose a student's position on the wait list.
