Compare Affordable International Schools in Berlin, Germany

Instructs in French, German, English

Ages 3 - 12 years

Fees €3,780 - 5,540

Pupils 250

Type Co-educational

École Voltaire Berlin is a private French establishment within the AEFE network, with two Berlin campuses serving children ages 3 to 12. It offers the French national curriculum with a bilingual Franco‑German program. In Maternelle, instruction is shared equally between French and German (13 hours per week per language), with curricula adapted to Berlin. In Élementaire, about 55% of lessons are in French and 45% in German, with German used in several subjects and English introduced from CE2 (two hours per week). Since October 2024 the school is recognised as an Ersatzschule under private sponsorship by the Verein zur Förderung der französischen Bildung in Berlin e.V., whose managing sponsor is Ms. Deppe‑Prugnaud. The two campuses host a cantine served by Leckerlogisch, and Friday Garderie. The school emphasises outdoor learning, arts, and language development, with after-school activities via Cours et Jardins and Wednesday activities with Berlin Music School, including Capsule productions.

Location

Berlin, Germany. Ecole Voltaire Berlin operates on the Franco-German campus within 500 meters of the Lycée Français de Berlin. The Grundschule is at Lützowstraße 41, 10785 Berlin, and the Collège Voltaire is at Kurfürstenstraße 53, 10785 Berlin.

Stages

Maternelle; Grundschule (CP–CM2); Collège (6e).

Type

Private school in direct AEFE management.

Country affiliation

Germany

Religious affiliation

Secular

School day structure

Kindergarten opens 8:20–8:40; dismissal 15:30–15:45; three daily breaks; after‑school care 15:45–17:45. Elementary opens 8:20 and starts at 8:30; breaks 10:00–10:15 and 11:45–13:15 for lunch; day ends at 18:00 with after‑school activities 15:45–18:00. Morning care runs 7:50–8:20; Friday after‑care options are available.

Boarding Arrangements

The school does not offer boarding. It provides a morning supervision from 7:50 to 8:05 and Friday after-class supervision for one hour. An after‑school program runs daily until 18:00 for elementary students and 17:45 for preschool, through Cours et Jardins.

Uniform Requirement

There is no uniform; clothing must be suitable for school activities. Clothing should be labeled with the child's name. For physical education, appropriate sportswear is mandatory.

Food Options

The school restaurant is run by an external provider, Forum Esswirtschaft – Leckerlogisch. Lunch enrollment is through the provider via the restaurant page; the provider handles all lunch‑billing and service. Since January 2021, Berlin subsidizes lunch costs for elementary pupils (CP to 6th) but not for kindergarten.

Governance and Ownership

The school is AEFE-direct managed and operates within the AEFE network; it is overseen by Verein zur Förderung der französischen Bildung in Berlin e.V.

Application (first-time) fees

- First registration fee (droit de première inscription): EUR 400 for the eldest child in a family.
- For additional children from the same family the first-registration fee is EUR 200 per child.
- Registration fees are definitively retained by the school and are non‑refundable (except in cases where a subsequently awarded French school bursary reduces or covers part of that amount and the school applies the corresponding reimbursement).

Annual tuition fees by year group (total per school year)

- Maternelle (preschool / kindergarten): EUR 5,350 per child, per academic year.
- Élémentaire / Collège (CP through 6ème): EUR 5,540 per child, per academic year.

Tuition fees by term (how the annual fee is billed)

- The annual tuition is invoiced in three periods. The invoice amounts are calculated as follows: 1st period = 4/10 of the annual fee; 2nd period = 3/10 of the annual fee (plus any applicable examination fees where relevant); 3rd period = 3/10 of the annual fee. The practical schedule is:
- 1st period (September–December) — due mid‑October;
- 2nd period (January–March) — due mid‑January;
- 3rd period (April–June) — due mid‑April.

- Based on the annual figures above, the term instalments are:
- Maternelle (annual EUR 5,350): 1st period EUR 2,140; 2nd period EUR 1,605; 3rd period EUR 1,605.
- CP–6ème (annual EUR 5,540): 1st period EUR 2,216; 2nd period EUR 1,662; 3rd period EUR 1,662.

- Payment is due at the start of each term and must be made within 15 days of receipt of the digital invoice. Families who wish to pay monthly must request that arrangement from the school's secondary accounting agency (contact provided in the school's financial regulation).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Invoices are issued digitally and made available in each family's parent portal; families are notified by e‑mail when invoices are ready. Payment is due within 15 days of the digital invoice.
- If tuition is taken over by an employer or third party, the invoice will remain in the name of the legal guardian; the family must ensure the transmission of the invoice and payment by the third party. Non‑payment can lead to recovery procedures and temporary suspension of the pupil's access to the French teaching service until the account is regularised.

Accepted fee payment methods

- Bank transfer to the school's account (IBAN and BIC are provided in the school's financial regulation). The invoice number and the pupil's full name must be referenced on the transfer.
- Online payment via the parent portal is available once the digital invoice is issued.
- No other means (for example, employer invoicing) will be accepted in place of invoicing to the legal guardian; the school cannot invoice employers directly.

Boarding fees

- Boarding provision is not applicable to École Voltaire (the school operates maternelle and élémentaire/collège levels and does not list boarding services).

Canteen / school meals

- School lunches are provided on site by an external catering company (Forum Esswirtschaft operating as Leckerlogisch). The catering provider manages registration and issues the meal invoices directly to families; those costs are billed separately from the school's tuition invoices. The elementary lunch program (CP–6ème) is subsidised by the Berlin Senate; the subsidy does not apply to maternelle meals.

Other costs and ancillary fees

- School‑organised trips with overnight stays and certain extracurricular activities may be charged in addition to tuition; such costs are billed as ancillary fees when applicable.
- Textbooks and standard teaching materials from petite section through 6ème are supplied by the school (the school bears the cost of textbooks and standard supplies). A list of small personal materials (petit matériel) for elementary and collège pupils is published annually; those small personal items are the responsibility of families. Parents are asked to mark children's clothing and personal items.

Sibling discounts, income‑based reductions and bursaries

- Sibling discounts on tuition apply as follows: second child = 25% discount on tuition; third child = 50% discount; from the fourth child = 75% discount on tuition. There is also a EUR 200 reduction on the first‑registration fee from the second child onward.
- Families with taxable incomes under the threshold set by the school (eligibility rules specified in the financial regulation) may request a degressive tuition reduction; this degressivity applies only to pupils in CP through 6ème and must be requested through the school's accounting service with supporting documents. French national school bursaries administered via the Consulate/AEFE apply and, when granted, are applied to tuition, registration fees and certain other charges as specified by the school.

Refund and proration rules

- Registration (first‑time) fees are definitively retained by the school and are not refundable (except where a subsequently awarded French bursary leads to reimbursement according to the bursary decision).
- Annual tuition is treated as a fixed yearly sum; when a child arrives or departs definitively during a term, fees are adjusted pro rata with each started month due (the school invoices on a monthly pro rata basis for arrivals/departures).
- The school may require the settlement of outstanding sums before re‑enrolment is validated for the following school year. Late or unpaid fees are subject to recovery procedures as described in the financial regulation.

Summary of key contacts for billing and payment

- For accounting or monthly‑payment requests: contact the school's designated accounting officer (email contact given in the financial regulation).
- For canteen registration, cancellations and meal billing: contact the catering provider (Forum Esswirtschaft / Leckerlogisch).

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Students are welcomed in a caring and non-discriminatory manner and are protected from violence and humiliation. Corporal punishment or humiliating treatment is strictly forbidden. The school ensures protection for children, with safeguarding measures described in the child protection plan, the Kinderschutzkonzept, which is being developed for 2025. The internal regulations place the student in situations to learn about life in society and citizenship and to become progressively responsible. A climate of mutual respect and serenity is fostered to support learning. Time outdoors is essential to children's health and well-being, with kindergarten students enjoying two 30-minute recesses daily (morning and afternoon) and a 1.5-hour midday break.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school admits students with a personalized education plan (projet personnalisé de scolarisation) under the French education code. A personalized education plan can allow a child to remain in kindergarten beyond age six. The school practices bilingual instruction from the start, with nearly equal hours in French and German in kindergarten and about 55% of instruction in French in elementary. German-speaking students join the 'Deu' group and follow programs in line with the Berlin framework; Francophone students follow 'DaF' (Deutsch als Fremdsprache) as a foreign language, with group adjustments made as progress. Approximately 43% of instruction is delivered in German.

Mental Wellbeing

Time outdoors is essential to children's health and well-being. In kindergarten, children have two 30-minute recesses daily, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, plus a 1.5-hour midday break for lunch. The climate of mutual respect and serenity supports mental well-being and learning. The internal regulations describe safety and supervision for students during school hours. The school fosters a safe and supportive environment that promotes well-being and respectful interactions.

Safeguarding

Students have the right to a welcoming and non-discriminatory reception. Corporal punishment or humiliating treatment is strictly forbidden. Students are protected from violence, and safeguarding measures are described in the child protection plan, the Kinderschutzkonzept, which is being written for the 2025–2026 school year. The internal regulations specify rights and obligations for all members of the school community and include safeguards against violence, both on site and online. The school references the child protection framework being developed for 2025.

Admissions

1. First enrollment window for the 2026-2027 year opens on March 1, 2026. To pre-register your child for the 2026-2027 year, you may access the online page starting Sunday, March 1, 2025. On the online portal you will be asked to identify yourself. If you already have children enrolled at Ecole Voltaire, you must use the same login (the email address) as last year. If you do not remember the password, click 'forgot password?'. If you do not remember the email address, try entering your different email addresses and click 'forgot password?' until you receive the password reset email. If you do not yet have a child enrolled at our school, please create an account. You must attach to the online form the following documents: a photo ID, a copy of the family record book or birth certificate of the child, and a copy of the ID of the child's legal guardian(s). You must also download and sign the 2026-2027 enrollment contract.

Scholarships

2. To understand the different steps of enrollment, here is the 'Enrollment Path' at Ecole Voltaire. 3. The online pre-registration is not definitive and does not constitute admission; it is an application that will be processed by the school according to capacity. We will contact you by email if there is a confirmation to finalize your child's enrollment. 4. RE-ENROLLMENT: If your child continues their schooling at Ecole Voltaire from year to year, you will receive an email from the Secretariat in March, accompanied by a link to express your choice: YES, NO, MAYBE. 5. In accordance with Articles 12 and 13 of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of 27 April 2016 on the protection of personal data, Ecole Voltaire Berlin, as data controller, collects data at the time of pre-registration and enrollment for administrative and accounting processing. The data are strictly reserved for authorized services (Management, Secretariat and Accounting) and are kept for the duration of your children's schooling at the establishment. In line with our data protection policy, we commit to protecting your data from any breach. Under Articles 15 to 22 of Regulation (EU) 2016/679, you may at any time and free of charge request access to your data, correct or erase them, by contacting the data protection officer at dpo@ecolevoltaire.de or, in the absence of a satisfactory response within one month, with the CNIL."

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Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin

Instructs in German, English

Ages 5 - 18 years

Fees €10,500

Type Co-educational

Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin is a private all-day school in Berlin-Zehlendorf offering Cambridge-based curricula in Primary and Secondary. The school serves ages 5 to 18 and provides continuous bilingual education in German and English from the entrance class onward. The school is organized as an entrance class, a primary school (1st–6th), and a secondary school (7th–12th). It is a state-approved alternative school in Berlin-Zehlendorf. Instruction is bilingual, with German and English taught from early years. The curriculum combines Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary programmes, extending to Gymnasium and Abitur pathways within a bilingual framework. The learning environment emphasizes self-organized, goal-oriented learning, media literacy, and the responsible and creative use of digital tools. Excellent IT equipment supports digital learning, and digital tools are used across subjects. The mission centers on appreciation, mindfulness, willingness to learn, and confidence. The school fosters a community and supports students in preparing for university studies worldwide.

Location

Clayallee 328-334, 14169 Berlin, Zehlendorf. The Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin is a German-English bilingual all-day school in Berlin. It is accessible by S-Bahn Zehlendorf (S1) and U-Bahn Oskar-Helene-Heim (U3) with bus connections 623, 115, 118, 285.

Stages

German-English bilingual all-day school with Eingangsklasse (entrance class), Grundschule (primary), and Gymnasium (secondary).

Type

Private all-day school; bilingual German-English; private Ganztagesschule; continuous bilingual education from primary through Gymnasium to Abitur.

Additional learning support

Coaching and individualized learning support; development of social competencies.

Bus service

S-Bahn Zehlendorf (S1); U-Bahn Oskar-Helene-Heim (U3); Bus 623, 115, 118, 285.

Application / Admission Fees

- There is an administration fee of EUR 750 payable on conclusion of the school contract.

Tuition fees (monthly, with annual and per-term equivalents)

- Tuition is charged on a monthly basis according to family gross income and differs for learners up to and including grade 6 and for learners starting at grade 7. The monthly amounts and their annual and per-term equivalents (annual ÷ 3) are:
- Annual gross family income starting at EUR 30,000: up to grade 6 — EUR 240 / month (EUR 2,880 per year; EUR 960 per term); starting at grade 7 — EUR 220 / month (EUR 2,640 per year; EUR 880 per term).
- Annual gross family income starting at EUR 50,000: up to grade 6 — EUR 350 / month (EUR 4,200 per year; EUR 1,400 per term); starting at grade 7 — EUR 330 / month (EUR 3,960 per year; EUR 1,320 per term).
- Annual gross family income starting at EUR 70,000: up to grade 6 — EUR 440 / month (EUR 5,280 per year; EUR 1,760 per term); starting at grade 7 — EUR 420 / month (EUR 5,040 per year; EUR 1,680 per term).
- Annual gross family income starting at EUR 90,000: up to grade 6 — EUR 605 / month (EUR 7,260 per year; EUR 2,420 per term); starting at grade 7 — EUR 585 / month (EUR 7,020 per year; EUR 2,340 per term).
- Annual gross family income starting at EUR 120,000: up to grade 6 — EUR 770 / month (EUR 9,240 per year; EUR 3,080 per term); starting at grade 7 — EUR 750 / month (EUR 9,000 per year; EUR 3,000 per term).
- Annual gross family income starting at EUR 150,000: up to grade 6 — EUR 990 / month (EUR 11,880 per year; EUR 3,960 per term); starting at grade 7 — EUR 970 / month (EUR 11,640 per year; EUR 3,880 per term).
- Annual gross family income starting at EUR 170,000: up to grade 6 — EUR 1,070 / month (EUR 12,840 per year; EUR 4,280 per term); starting at grade 7 — EUR 1,050 / month (EUR 12,600 per year; EUR 4,200 per term).

- Special minimum charges (income below EUR 30,000): first child EUR 100 / month (EUR 1,200 per year; EUR 400 per term), second child EUR 75 / month (EUR 900 per year; EUR 300 per term), third child EUR 50 / month (EUR 600 per year; EUR 200 per term), and EUR 25 / month (EUR 300 per year; EUR 100 per term) for each additional sibling. Under these minimums the administration fee, security deposit and service fee do not apply.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition amounts are described as monthly school fees; the administration fee (EUR 750) and the security deposit (EUR 500) are payable on conclusion of the school contract. The security deposit is refunded after leaving the school. A yearly service fee of EUR 100 is charged for provision and support of hardware and software.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable to this school (no boarding fees are listed).

Catering and related charges

- All students are required to participate in lunch. A catering charge of EUR 75 / month applies starting at grade 7 (equivalent to EUR 900 per year; EUR 300 per term). Up to and including grade 6 the catering fee does not apply. Additional small charges for fresh fruit at breakfast break and all-day drinks are included in the stated catering charge.

Other costs and fees

- A service fee of EUR 100 per year for hardware and software provision and support. Administration fee EUR 750 and security deposit EUR 500 due at contract signing (security deposit refunded on exit). Costs for consumables, school clothing, excursions and school trips may be added. Second‑hand school clothing is available for a small contribution or provided free of charge if the family is financially needy. Sibling discounts apply: 20% discount for the second enrolled child; 30% discount for the third and each additional enrolled child.

After‑school care, vacation care and parental contributions

- Parental fees for supervised after‑school care (16:00–18:00, elementary school only) are handled via the local youth welfare office voucher system; the amount payable is determined by the youth welfare office and depends on family income, care hours and number of children (based on the Tagesbetreuungskostenbeteiligungsgesetz, TKBG). If you live in Brandenburg the relevant municipal authority determines and issues the contribution. Vacation care incurs additional costs determined by the youth welfare office.

Refund information

- The security deposit (EUR 500) is refunded after a learner leaves the school. No other explicit tuition refund policy is listed in the published fee information.

Fee payment options

- The published fee information does not specify accepted payment methods (for example credit card, direct debit or bank transfer) in the fee schedule itself. The administration fee and security deposit are required at contract signing.

Notes on discounts and financial support

- Families judged financially needy can apply for cost reduction or cost absorption for additional charges (consumables, excursions, etc.). The Würth Foundation may grant scholarships for families with a notice of receipt of citizens' allowance; applications to the Foundation are made via the school management. Sibling discounts apply as listed above.

Summary statement

- Tuition is charged monthly on an income‑dependent scale with separate monthly rates for up to grade 6 and starting at grade 7. Administration and security payments are due on signing, the security deposit is refundable on leaving, and additional charges (service fee, catering from grade 7, consumables, trips, clothing) apply as described above.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin offers a bilingual, all-day program with German and English instruction from the entrance class. The learning environment promotes self-organized and goal-oriented study. Core attitudes are appreciation, mindfulness, willingness to learn and confidence. Individual coaching, school festivals, clubs (AGs), excursions and class trips promote a sense of community and respectful interaction.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

German and English are used for instruction from the entrance class.

Mental Wellbeing

Individual coaching and a sense of community support mental wellbeing.

Admissions

Admission procedure: 1. Attend an information event (Info Afternoon, Info Evening or Open House) to learn about the pedagogical concept and organizational aspects. The dates for the next info events are listed on the admissions page. For start of school registration, information from the Senatsverwaltung is available here (also in English). 2. An admission application PDF is downloadable here. 3. After the application is reviewed by the Admissions Committee and the basic requirements are met, you will be invited to an admissions interview to get to know you as parents and your child and to determine whether the school is a suitable learning environment. 4. After the Admissions Committee has met, you will receive a written acceptance or rejection letter, or notification that your child is on the waiting list. If your position on the waiting list moves up, you will be informed.

Scholarships

Scholarships: The Würth Foundation awards several places at Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin as scholarships each year.

Waitlist

Waiting list: The Admissions Committee may place applicants on a waiting list; you will be informed if your child's position moves up.

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Swedish School in Berlin

Instructs in Swedish, Norwegian

Ages 4 - 18 years

Fees €1,200 - 6,900

Type Co-educational

Situated in Berlin, the Swedish School in Berlin gGmbH is an international day school serving students from age 4 to 18. The school follows the Swedish curriculum for Grundskolan, Förskoleklass and fritidshemmet according to Lgr22, while integrating overseas Swedish regulations and aligning with Berlin's primary school requirements. Instruction begins with Swedish alongside German and English from preschool, with language profiles developing through year 6. The multilingual environment reflects Swedish, Norwegian and German contexts. The campus at Landhausstrasse 26-28 houses a Swedish-speaking community plus the Svenska Victoriaförsamlingens förskola in the same building; the facilities include an indoor sports hall and a well-equipped schoolyard used for frequent local excursions. The school emphasises practical learning through age-integrated classes, after-school care until 17:00, and opportunities in music and culture, most notably the annual Lucia concert. With a small, school-based community, the school nurtures individual progress while connecting students to Berlin's cultural landscape worldwide.

Location

The Swedish School in Berlin is located at Landhausstrasse 26-28, 10717 Berlin, Germany. It is accessible by public transport in Berlin.

Stages

Förskoleklass (pre-school class) and Grundskolan (primary school) under the Swedish national curriculum (Lgr22). Age range 6–12 years.

Type

The school is a Swedish international school in Berlin, registered as Schwedische Schule in Berlin gGmbH. It operates as a day school with after-school care (fritids) available.

Additional learning support

Support for children with special needs.

Country affiliation

Sweden

School day structure

After-school care (Fritids) is offered for all students; it runs after the regular school day with snacks, homework support, varied activities (including extra German), and outdoor time.

Boarding Arrangements

The school currently has 40 students aged 6–12 and operates as a day school with after-school care until 5:00 pm.

Food Options

During events, the Christmas bazaar offers home-baked cookies, hot dogs in buns, and cotton candy, and tickets to the Lucia concert; the café sells buns, hot dogs, and chocolate balls.

Governance and Ownership

Every school must, according to Skolverket, be led by a school board. The board has legal responsibility to Skolverket and to German law, while the principal and teachers retain pedagogical responsibility. At the start of each school year, the board approves the budget prepared by the principal. The CEO has the ultimate responsibility to ensure an operational plan for the year, with goals and evaluations. The plan addressing anti-bullying is prepared by the principal with the teachers and is approved by the board. The board, under the school's German corporate form, has an advisory and supervisory function to the principal. Board members: Sven Schuberth (chair; Skolverket representative), Pamela Garpefors (CEO), Andreas Svensson (teacher representative), Ylva Koch (parent representative), Louise Westhoff Lazik (parent representative), Birgitte Stampe Holst (parent representative), Ola Spännar (parent representative for supplementary Swedish), Maj-Len Ehrnstén (principal, permanent member).

Application fees

- There is no separate application fee published for enrolment; no fixed ‘‘ansökningsavgift'' amount is listed in the school's publicly available enrolment documents.

Tuition fees (by month and by year per child)

- For families who HAVE been granted state subsidy ("statsbidrag/school allowance") the monthly tuition bands are: 330 EUR, 250 EUR or 120 EUR depending on the family's annual gross income. Annual tuition is calculated as the monthly amount multiplied by 10 (monthly × 10 months). For example: 330 EUR/month = EUR 3,300 per year (330 × 10). For each additional sibling a half-fee is charged.

- For families who HAVE NOT been granted state subsidy, the monthly tuition bands are: 480 EUR, 410 EUR or 220 EUR depending on the family's annual gross income. Annual tuition is the monthly amount multiplied by 10. For each additional sibling a half-fee is charged (sibling discount does not apply when the fee is paid by a company/organization).

- For places where a company, authority, municipality or organisation pays the school fee, the published rate is EUR 6,900 per child and per year; these fees are usually invoiced either for the full year or half-year. No sibling discount is applied in this payer category.

- The school's day-school provision covers children aged approximately 6–12 years (grundskola F–6). The published tuition bands apply per child (they are not published as differing rates per individual year group/grade). To obtain a per-term figure you should multiply the monthly fee by the number of months in that term; the school's published model is monthly billing over 10 months and the annual amount is defined as monthly × 10.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Private-paying families normally pay the school fee monthly over 10 months; the annual fee is calculated as the chosen monthly amount × 10. Companies/organisations that pay typically settle either the full year or half-year invoicing. The school applies a stepped-reduction model for private-paying families based on gross family income. If a child starts in the spring term, no reduction of the school fee for that term is granted (spring-term starters do not receive the pro rata reduction).

Boarding fees

- There is no boarding provision; the school operates as a day school (dagskola). No boarding fees are published.

Other costs and extras

- Published additional service and incidental fees (per day or per service) include:
- Teaching (day-school single-visit): EUR 30 per day.
- Fritids (after-school care): EUR 10 per day.
- Fritids for existing but not registered fritids pupils: EUR 8 per day.
- Fritids extension (pickup after 16:30): EUR 3.
- Holiday care (lovfritids) five days: EUR 180.
- Holiday care one day: EUR 36.
- School lunch: EUR 5 per meal.
- Private tuition (45 minutes): EUR 50.
- Private tuition at home (45 minutes): EUR 100.
- Written exam (3 hours): EUR 75.
- Sports hall hire (1 hour, weekdays 08:30–16:00): EUR 22.
These ancillary charges are billed separately to the regular school fee where applicable. Bank payment details for payments are published alongside this price list. (List updated June 2024.)

- No uniform fee is published in the school's standard fee documents. If a uniform or other compulsory material cost exists, it is not listed among the standard published charges.

Refunds and cancellation

- The formal cancellation (avanmälan/uppsägning) form specifies that the last date to cancel a pupil place prior to the autumn term is April 30. The published fee pages note that no reduction is given for children who start in the spring term for that term. A detailed line-by-line refund schedule (for example, prorated refunds after term start) is not published among the standard fee documents; cancellations and their financial consequences are handled via the school's contract/cancellation procedures.

Fee payment options (methods)

- The school publishes bank-transfer details (Deutsche Bank IBAN and BIC) for payments; the price-list document includes IBAN: DE18 1007 0124 0034 3137 00 and BIC: DEUTDEDB101. No public reference to credit-card payment or online-card processing is given in the standard fee documents. Invoicing frequency is as noted above (monthly over 10 months for private payers; company invoices commonly full- or half-year).

Quick calculation examples

- Family with state subsidy and gross income over EUR 50,001: 330 EUR/month → EUR 3,300 per year (330 × 10).
- Family without state subsidy and gross income over EUR 50,001: 480 EUR/month → EUR 4,800 per year (480 × 10).
- Company-paid place: EUR 6,900 per year (no sibling discount).

Brief summary of available vs. missing details

- Published materials provide clear monthly-rate bands (which are multiplied by 10 to give the annual fee), the company-paid annual rate, sibling discount rules, billing cadence (monthly × 10) and a list of additional per-service charges. The school's standard published documents do not list a separate application fee amount, do not publish a detailed prorated refund table for withdrawals during a term, and do not advertise card/online payment methods — bank transfer details are provided instead.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Social and emotional development is central to Svenska Skolan i Berlin's philosophy. The school aims to ensure every child is seen and affirmed, and to create a safe, inclusive, and joyful learning community. Learning is designed to feel meaningful and to support ongoing development, with mutual respect between students and staff. The school emphasizes democracy and student voice through class councils and school councils to foster dialogue and participation. Regular development conversations involve parents, students, and teachers to support each child's learning and well-being. Children's wellbeing is the first priority.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school provides support to children with special needs. Technical aids such as computers and tablets are available. The school uses up-to-date pedagogical materials. Small age-integrated class groups are maintained to enable individualized attention. Support to children with special needs is provided. Funding for excursions is available.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

From preschool onward, students are taught Swedish, German, and English. Language profiling extends from preschool through year 6. Students learn all three languages as part of the curriculum. This supports multilingual development and cultural awareness. The school maintains a multilingual learning environment.

Mental Wellbeing

The school focuses on the inner development of the pupil and the surrounding environment as a learning context. It aims to create a safe and supportive climate for learning. The school uses small age-integrated classes to promote wellbeing. Personal contact and mutual respect underpin a sense of safety. ElevDemokrati and open dialogue contribute to a positive learning atmosphere. Children's wellbeing is the first priority.

Safeguarding

The school has a plan against abusive treatment, developed by the principal together with the teaching staff. The plan is discussed at the student council and class councils. The plan is approved by the school board. The school provides for procedures to address and prevent harassment or discrimination. The plan is accessible as part of the school's governance materials.

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Moser Schule Schweizer Gymnasium

Instructs in German, French, English

Ages 10 - 18 years

Fees €4,800 - 5,340

Type Co-educational

The Moser Schule Schweizer Gymnasium is a private, state-recognized gymnasium, part of the Moser Schule network and run as a non-profit gGmbH. It offers a bilingual German-French-English curriculum from Grade 5 for students aged 10 to 18. The school follows German and French curricular traditions, with immersion instruction in French and English. In Grade 10, students obtain the Mittlerer Schulabschluss (MSA), opening path to upper secondary study. In Grades 11–12, students can complete Abitur or AbiBac, aligning with Swiss and international pathways. The school emphasizes a multilingual humanities and science focus, with interdisciplinary project work and internships in the upper years. Learning is supported by social pedagogy and school psychology, and environment is modernized with digital equipment. Exchanges are maintained with Swiss partner schools Genf and Nyon and a French partner school within the AbiBac framework. About 330 students are enrolled, with recognitions like Exzellente Digitale Schule and Berufliche Orientierung.

Location

Moser Schule Schweizer Gymnasium is in Berlin-Charlottenburg, Badenallee 31/32, 14052 Berlin. The school sits on a quiet residential street near Theodor-Heuss-Platz with good public transport access.

Stages

Grades 5–6 (Sek I), 7–10 (Sek I), and 11–12 (Sek II). The school begins with the 5th grade and students sit the Mittlerer Schulabschluss (MSA) in 10th grade to qualify for progression to upper secondary; the 12th grade can conclude with Abitur or AbiBac.

Type

Private, state-recognized grundständiges Gymnasium with German-French-English orientation; bilingual German-French Gymnasium with immersion English and French; part of the Moser Schule network and run as a non-profit gGmbH.

Additional learning support

Social pedagogy and school psychology support; homework supervision (Etudes) and after-school activities.

Country affiliation

Switzerland

Religious affiliation

Non-denominational; no religious affiliation.

School day structure

The school offers a full-day program Monday–Friday for grades 5–12. Instruction typically starts around 8:30 and runs to 15:15 with mandatory attendance; supervised after-school care is available from 8:00 to 17:00, and Etudes plus clubs can be taken.

Application and one‑off enrollment fee
- A one‑time enrollment (Einschreibe) fee is charged at initial admission: EUR 500. For families with a documented gross annual income up to EUR 29,420 the enrollment fee is reduced to EUR 100 and that reduced amount is credited against the school fee for the first half‑year.

Tuition fees by year group (monthly, annual, and per school term)
- 5th–6th grade: EUR 400 per month (paid in 12 monthly instalments) — annual equivalent EUR 4,800. Per school term (half‑year) equivalent: EUR 2,400.
- 7th–10th grade: EUR 430 per month (paid in 12 monthly instalments) — annual equivalent EUR 5,160. Per school term (half‑year) equivalent: EUR 2,580.
- 11th–12th grade (upper school): EUR 445 per month (paid in 12 monthly instalments) — annual equivalent EUR 5,340. Per school term (half‑year) equivalent: EUR 2,670.

Sibling discounts
- Second child: 20% reduction on the applicable tuition amount.
- Third and subsequent children: 40% reduction on the applicable tuition amount.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The annual tuition is a single yearly contribution and may be paid either as a one‑time lump sum or in monthly instalments (12 monthly payments). Enrollment is made for a full school year.

Boarding / residential provision
- Boarding is not applicable to the Berlin campus; the school operates as a day school.

Other costs and fees
- Additional charges may apply for meals (school catering), participation in after‑school care / afternoon programmes, provision or replacement of school materials, and an administrative levy. These items are billed in addition to the stated tuition.
- No uniform fee is specified as a mandatory cost in the published fee information.

Refunds and withdrawal
- No general refund schedule for paid tuition is specified in the published Schulgeldordnung; the enrollment fee reduction for low‑income families is applied as a credit against the first half‑year contribution where applicable.

Fee payment options (methods)
- Payment frequency options: one‑time annual payment or monthly instalments (12). Specific accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, SEPA, direct debit, credit card) are not listed in the published fee information.

Administrative notes on invoicing
- Enrolments and invoicing are organised on a per‑school‑year basis; additional optional services are invoiced separately. Sibling discounts are applied to the tuition amounts as stated above.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Social pedagogy and school psychology support students' social and emotional development.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Multilingual education with immersion in French and English; German-French-English orientation begins in grade 5; Abitur or AbiBac available in grade 12.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported through school psychology services.

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Berlin Cosmopolitan School - City Campus

Instructs in English, German

Ages 1 - 18 years

Fees €1,200 - 14,400

Pupils 1000

Type Co-educational

Berlin Cosmopolitan School (BCS) is a non-profit international day school located in Berlin-Mitte. The school provides a dual-track educational path where students can earn either the IB Diploma or the bilingual German Abitur. Its City Campus is housed in a listed historic building and features dedicated learning spaces, including science laboratories, a dance studio, and a specialized Maker Space for VEX Robotics and engineering projects.BCS is particularly known for its Nature Education initiative, which utilizes a dedicated school forest for weekly outdoor learning sessions, starting in primary grades. This program allows students to engage in practical environmental science and permaculture lessons. Additionally, the school hosts an annual TEDxYouth event, providing a platform for students to present original research and ideas to the community. With over 100 extracurricular clubs, the school integrates music, arts, and digital technology into daily student life, ensuring a variety of hands-on opportunities beyond the classroom.

Location

Rückerstraße 9, 10119 Berlin; Invalidenstraße 130, 10115 Berlin; Müggelheimer Damm 145, 12559 Berlin

Stages

Early Years; Primary School; Primary Years Programme; Secondary School; Secondary School Programme

Type

Non-profit international school; IB World School

Additional learning support

Academic & Social Emotional Support; English as an Additional Language; German Language Development

Country affiliation

Germany

Uniform Requirement

The wearing of the official BCS school uniform is compulsory for all students on school premises.

Food Options

BCS operates an on-site catering service, Berlin Cosmopolitan Food Services GmbH, with fresh meals prepared daily. Lunch is mandatory for all students as BCS is a full-day school; the weekly menu typically includes two meat dishes, one fish dish and two vegetarian dishes, plus a salad bar, fresh fruit, and seasonal/local ingredients; dietary needs (gluten-free, lactose-free, egg-free, etc.) are accommodated. The school is nut-free and pork is avoided for religious reasons; breakfast is provided for secondary students and younger students follow a structured breakfast routine.

Governance and Ownership

The school is run by EBS Europäische Bildungsstiftung gGmbH; the supervisory authority is the Senate for Education, Youth and Economy of Berlin; the school is registered at Amtsgericht Berlin-Charlottenburg (Register No. 105640B).

Application & Registration fees
- Application (Anmeldegebühr): EUR 50 (one-off; charged when an applicant is invited to an entrance test). Exempt for families with a demonstrated gross annual income under EUR 30,000.
- Registration / Admission fee (Aufnahmegebühr): EUR 1,200 (one-off; payable at contract signing). Reduced or exempt for families with lower incomes as specified by the school's fee rules.
- Advance payment (Vorauszahlung): EUR 1,350 (one-off; payable at contract signing and credited against the final invoice at contract end). Families with demonstrated lower incomes may be exempt on application.

Tuition fees by year group (monthly and annual amounts; income-based categories)
- Tuition is charged as a monthly payment spread over 12 months. The table below shows the monthly charge followed by the equivalent annual charge (monthly × 12). Monthly amounts are shown per family gross-income bracket and by year group.

- Year groups used by the school:
- Klassen 1–6 (Primary)
- Klassen 7–10 (Lower Secondary)
- Abitur 11–12 (Upper Secondary, German Abitur track)
- IB Diploma 11–12 (Upper Secondary, IB Diploma track)

- Monthly / Annual (examples by income bracket):
- Income from EUR 30,000: Klassen 1–6: EUR 231 / year EUR 2,772; Klassen 7–10: EUR 252 / year EUR 3,024; Abitur 11–12: EUR 265 / year EUR 3,180; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 293 / year EUR 3,516.
- Income from EUR 32,500: Klassen 1–6: EUR 274 / year EUR 3,288; Klassen 7–10: EUR 289 / year EUR 3,468; Abitur 11–12: EUR 301 / year EUR 3,612; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 327 / year EUR 3,924.
- Income from EUR 35,000: Klassen 1–6: EUR 357 / year EUR 4,284; Klassen 7–10: EUR 379 / year EUR 4,548; Abitur 11–12: EUR 398 / year EUR 4,776; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 414 / year EUR 4,968.
- Income from EUR 37,500: Klassen 1–6: EUR 392 / year EUR 4,704; Klassen 7–10: EUR 422 / year EUR 5,064; Abitur 11–12: EUR 453 / year EUR 5,436; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 471 / year EUR 5,652.
- Income from EUR 40,000: Klassen 1–6: EUR 433 / year EUR 5,196; Klassen 7–10: EUR 575 / year EUR 6,900; Abitur 11–12: EUR 569 / year EUR 6,828; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 593 / year EUR 7,116.
- Income from EUR 60,000: Klassen 1–6: EUR 530 / year EUR 6,360; Klassen 7–10: EUR 689 / year EUR 8,268; Abitur 11–12: EUR 737 / year EUR 8,844; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 772 / year EUR 9,264.
- Income from EUR 80,000: Klassen 1–6: EUR 600 / year EUR 7,200; Klassen 7–10: EUR 828 / year EUR 9,936; Abitur 11–12: EUR 892 / year EUR 10,704; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 932 / year EUR 11,184.
- Income from EUR 100,000: Klassen 1–6: EUR 694 / year EUR 8,328; Klassen 7–10: EUR 950 / year EUR 11,400; Abitur 11–12: EUR 1,018 / year EUR 12,216; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 1,084 / year EUR 13,008.
- Income from EUR 130,000: Klassen 1–6: EUR 769 / year EUR 9,228; Klassen 7–10: EUR 1,033 / year EUR 12,396; Abitur 11–12: EUR 1,093 / year EUR 13,116; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 1,171 / year EUR 14,052.
- Income from EUR 160,000: Klassen 1–6: EUR 838 / year EUR 10,056; Klassen 7–10: EUR 1,095 / year EUR 13,140; Abitur 11–12: EUR 1,154 / year EUR 13,848; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 1,248 / year EUR 14,976.
- Income from EUR 180,000: Klassen 1–6: EUR 900 / year EUR 10,800; Klassen 7–10: EUR 1,160 / year EUR 13,920; Abitur 11–12: EUR 1,220 / year EUR 14,640; IB Diploma 11–12: EUR 1,320 / year EUR 15,840.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is calculated on a monthly basis and payable as monthly instalments spread over 12 months. Parents who wish to access income-dependent fees must submit the required annual income tax documentation and a completed self-declaration by the stated deadline; otherwise the highest income category applies.
- Specific due dates shown in the fee rules: application fee at invitation to test; admission fee and advance payment at contract signing; Lehr- und Arbeitsmittel (books/materials) charged annually on 1 August. The advance payment is credited against the final school invoice at the end of the contract.

After‑school care / Ganztagsbetreuung (classes 1–6)
- If the parent provides a voucher (Hortgutschein) the parental contribution is income-dependent. The documented ranges are:
- Hortgutschein up to 18:00: monthly EUR 20–243 (income-dependent).
- Hortgutschein up to 16:00: monthly EUR 15–182 (income-dependent).
- If no Hortgutschein is provided, a flat additional fee of EUR 480 per month is charged for the afternoon programme. Classes 1–3 can take part in the 13:30–16:00 module without needs assessment.

Meals (Verpflegung)
- All students take part in the school lunch programme; the school charges a monthly contribution by age group. The charges are shown as monthly rates:
- Klassen 1–5: EUR 18 per month (afternoon snack). For Grade 1 the listed rate for breakfast + afternoon snack is EUR 30.
- Klasse 6: EUR 30 per month (breakfast and afternoon snack).
- Klassen 7–12: EUR 99 per month (breakfast and lunch).
- The document notes that pupils in Klassen 1–6 receive the midday meal without cost contribution in some cases and that the school provides allergy-sensitive options; the meal programme is operated by the school catering team.

Learning materials, exam and other additional costs
- Lehr- und Arbeitsmittel (books and core materials): annual flat rate — Klassen 1–6: EUR 250 (due 1 August); Klassen 7–12: EUR 350 (due 1 August). For Abitur and IB Higher Level practical art costs there is an additional one‑off charge of EUR 150 (due 1 August or as stated). Families with gross annual income up to EUR 30,000 are charged EUR 100 per child for these materials.
- Other costs billed separately: materials for after‑school activities, external tests/examinations, remedial learning support, class trips, IB examination fees (IB exam fees are charged at the rates set by the IB organization) and similar additional services. Support is available for holders of relevant benefit passes (BuT) where applicable.

Sibling discounts and low‑income concessions
- Standard sibling discounts on tuition:
- 2nd child: 15% reduction
- 3rd child: 25% reduction
- 4th child and more: 50% reduction
- On application and where justified by family circumstances, higher sibling discounts may be granted (e.g., 25% for 2nd child, 50% for 3rd, 75% for 4th and more).
- For families with a demonstrated gross annual income of up to EUR 30,000 the school sets a reduced flat tuition: EUR 100 for the oldest child, EUR 75 for the second child, EUR 50 for the third child and EUR 25 for each additional child. These families are fully exempt from the application fee, admission fee and advance payment; school clothing may be discounted or supplied free of charge on application.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not listed in the school's fee schedule. No boarding fees are charged because the school operates as a day school.

Refunds and contract‑end treatment of payments
- The advance payment (Vorauszahlung) is offset against the final invoice at contract termination. The fee rules provide for income-based exemptions and reductions but do not list general automatic refunds for term‑time withdrawals beyond the stated handling of the advance payment; additional refund or cancellation terms are handled per the school's contract and finance procedures.

Fee payment options and contact for finance
- The application process accepts credit card details for payment of the application fee. For contracts, invoices and other payments the school's finance office issues payment instructions; the finance contact is finance@cosmopolitanschool.de. Specific payment channels for tuition (bank transfer, direct debit, credit card, etc.) are confirmed in the school's finance correspondence and contractual documentation.

Other practical notes on compulsory items
- Official school clothing is compulsory; clothing is available from a designated supplier and through the school's second‑hand shop. Costs vary by item and family needs; discounted or free provision is available for eligible low‑income families on application.

Curriculum

The Berlin Cosmopolitan School implements the Berlin state curriculum and follows the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP). The Primary Years Programme anchors the primary curriculum and integrates the Berlin framework with international educational standards through the Program of Inquiry across six transdisciplinary themes. The upper secondary curriculum is bilingual in English and German and offers pathways to the bilingual Abitur or the IB Diploma, with French and Spanish available as additional languages. Mittlerer Schulabschluss is offered at the end of Year 10 via media-based project work, and after Year 12 students can obtain an IB Diploma and the German Abitur. Class sizes are small: primary classes have 18–22 students per class (with up to two classes per year) and secondary classes have a maximum of 22 students per class. The school provides work placements and college counselling, including internships from Year 6 to Year 10 and ongoing guidance through a college counsellor.

Student Teacher Ratio

Primary: 18–22 students per class with up to two classes per year; Secondary: up to 22 students per class.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates are prepared for admission to German and international universities. The school provides college counselling and internships, with a dedicated college counsellor and guidance. After Year 12, students can obtain an IB Diploma and the German Abitur.

Gifted and Talented

Gifted and talented or exceptionally able students are recognised and included in the mainstream; they may receive differentiated instruction through a Student Support Plan, with input from teachers, SEN staff and families.

Admissions

1. Application. Families interested in sending their children to Berlin Cosmopolitan School should complete the online application form. There is a non-refundable application fee for primary and secondary school of 50 EUR due at the time of application. You must complete the first page to receive your login details, and you will not be able to edit the application after submission. After submitting, you will receive an email with your login details and you can check the status of your application; the school can accept only complete applications with all required documents.

2. Kindergarten & Preschool documents. For Kindergarten & Preschool, provide a photo of the applicant(s) (passport/face photo) in JPEG or PNG format. If applicable, upload a document proving sole custody. Children must be at least one year old before entering Kindergarten; applications from parents with unborn children cannot be accepted; submit after birth. You can start the application process, save it, and continue later if you do not have all required documents.

3. Primary & Secondary information. For Primary School & Secondary School, provide a photo of the applicant(s) in JPEG or PNG format. Submit the 2 most recent school reports translated into English or German (PDF); Grade 1 applicants must include a letter of recommendation or evaluation from a teacher or kindergarten director. Include credit card details for payment of the application fee and, if applicable, upload any sole custody documents.

4. What happens after you submit. The information you submit will be reviewed. Waiting List: Students are placed on the waiting list until a change of status occurs; no specific timeframe is given; check your personal dashboard for updates; priority is given to siblings; the admissions process does not use a numbering system. Meeting & Trial Day: If a place becomes available, primary and secondary applicants are invited to an entrance test and, if necessary, a meeting and a trial day; Kindergarten applicants are invited to an introductory interview. Offer: After assessment, a place may be offered; if no places are available, the child is moved to the top of the waiting list; a contract is sent with seven working days to review and return; contracts become valid after the voucher is handed in.

5. Confirmation. Upon signing and returning the contract and completing required documents, your child is enrolled. Do not contact the school office for details of your application status; use your personal login for updates. The application is valid for one year, after which all information is deleted for data protection.

Waitlist

Waiting List: Students are placed on the waiting list until a change of status occurs; no specific timeframe is given; check your personal dashboard for updates; priority is given to siblings; the admissions process does not use a numbering system.

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Platanus School Berlin

Instructs in German, English

Ages 1 - 19 years

Fees €1,200 - 6,360

Type Co-educational

Platanus Schule Berlin is a bilingual German‑English school for ages 3 to 16, located in Berlin‑Pankow in the Pankow Post Office complex. The school combines a kindergarten with a primary and secondary section and emphasises a MINT (Mathematics, Informatics, Natural Sciences, Technology) focus across all years. It operates as a state‑recognised private school from Year 1 to Year 10 and is pursuing recognition for the gymnasiale Oberstufe (Years 11–13), with approval to begin in August 2024. Small class sizes of up to 25 students support personalised attention and immersive bilingual learning, especially in the early years. The campus comprises a 1923 heritage building renovated to provide bright subject rooms, science and art spaces, a computer lab, library, workshop, and multiple common areas, plus a Second House for secondary students and a separate building with a Student Lounge. Outdoor spaces include a garden and sports facilities and a terrace that encourage exploration.

Location

Platanus Schule Berlin is located at Berliner Straße 12, 13187 Berlin, Germany. The building is the former Pankow Post Office, a listed historic property housing the school. It lies in the Berlin-Pankow district with access to local public transport links. The school comprises a bilingual kindergarten and a Gemeinschaftsschule offering primary and secondary education, with an upper secondary level approved to start in August 2024.

Stages

Kindergarten; Primary and Secondary School (Years 1–10). Upper secondary level (Years 11–13) approved to start in August 2024.

Type

Bilingual Gemeinschaftsschule (community school) and state-recognised private school with a STEM (MINT) focus.

Additional learning support

Erzieherinnen provide class-based support, including language acquisition and assistance during Ganztag and study periods; the school emphasises individual attention and small classes as part of its learning support.

Country affiliation

Germany

School day structure

Ganztag provides full-day learning from morning to afternoon with a rhythmised daily routine. Each class is supported by a Class Erzieherinnen during lessons and in the Ganztag, with over 30 clubs offered and meals in the canteen. All-day care runs from 6 am to 6 pm for Years 1–6 as part of an extended program.

Boarding Arrangements

No boarding; all-day care is offered (Ganztag) with before-and-after-school care from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Food Options

Catering provides meals; all students in Years 1 to 6 must attend lunch; in primary the lunch is waived due to Berlin's free lunch regulation; in Years 7 to 13 lunch is optional and costs 81.10 EUR per month. The meals consist of a warm lunch including a salad bar and fresh fruits; a water dispenser is available throughout the day. The lunch is delivered by the catering company Löwenzahn.

Governance and Ownership

Platanus Schule Berlin is privately run by Platanus Bildungs gGmbH. The Executive Board comprises Dr. Karen Krüger (Primary and Secondary I/II) and Kristin Wendorf (Kindergarten). Shareholders are Dr. Karen Krüger, Kristin Wendorf, Sabine Schoenermark, and Sylke Mouroum. The nonprofit association Platanus & Friends supports teaching projects and clubs and organizes events for the school community.

Application fees

- Trial days/assessment: a fee of EUR 30 is charged per trial day for students invited to trial lessons or trial days.

Tuition fees (Years 1–13)

- Tuition is income-based and the same for all students in Years 1 to 13; the school calculates the monthly tuition from the family's joint annual gross income and bills the yearly contribution in 12 monthly instalments.

- Representative monthly tuition amounts by annual gross income band (monthly amount — equivalent annual amount):
- Up to EUR 30,000 — EUR 100 per month (EUR 1,200 per year).
- Up to EUR 45,000 — EUR 236 per month (EUR 2,832 per year).
- Up to EUR 60,000 — EUR 295 per month (EUR 3,540 per year).
- Up to EUR 75,000 — EUR 353 per month (EUR 4,236 per year).
- Up to EUR 90,000 — EUR 412 per month (EUR 4,944 per year).
- Up to EUR 120,000 — EUR 471 per month (EUR 5,652 per year).
- EUR 150,000 and above — EUR 530 per month (EUR 6,360 per year).

- Discounts and minimums:
- Loyalty discount: a EUR 50 monthly loyalty discount applies from the 5th year of a child's affiliation to the kindergarten and/or school; the monthly fee remains at least EUR 100 per child even after discounts.
- Sibling discount: the second-oldest and each additional child pay 50% of the income-based monthly tuition (calculated without the loyalty discount for the eldest child). Only one of the two discounts (loyalty or sibling) applies to a single child.

- Note on increases: the published fee schedule shows an indexing/increase plan; parents should expect scheduled annual increases as set out in the published fee framework.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is charged as a yearly contribution and billed in 12 monthly instalments.
- The first monthly instalment is due at the start of the school year (beginning of August) and the final instalment is due by the start of July of the following year; instalments are payable monthly across the school year.

- Additional payment schedules:
- The collective fund (Sammelkasse) of EUR 285 per school year is normally due at the beginning of the school year or can be paid in monthly instalments on request.
- Cost-sharing for before-and-after-school care (primary level) is determined separately under Berlin regulations and is due on the official start of the school year (early August) through to early July. Typical parental shares for after-school care range approximately EUR 16 to EUR 194 per month (dependent on income, sibling status and hours).

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. Platanus operates as a day kindergarten and a day primary/secondary community school with before- and after-school care options rather than residential boarding.

Other costs and recurring fees

- Collective fund (Years 1–13): EUR 285 per school year to cover teaching and learning materials, class funds, entrance fees and a solidarity contribution; due at the school-year start or payable in instalments on request.

- Lunch/catering:
- Primary Level (Years 1–6): lunch costs are waived under the Berlin Senate free-lunch regulation (no parental lunch charge).
- Secondary Level (Years 7–13): optional lunch at EUR 81.10 per month.

- Before- and after-school care (primary level): separate contract and separate fees apply; parental cost-sharing is set by Berlin youth services and varies by income/siblings and hours used (approx. EUR 16–194 per month as a guide).

- Class trips and excursions: costs vary by year group and duration and are charged in addition to tuition.

- Clubs and extra-curricular partner activities: participation fees apply; example rate published is EUR 40 per 15 minutes of club duration per school year (e.g., approx. EUR 160 for a weekly 60-minute club across the school year).

- Locker hire: listed as cost-free as of recent entries for students from Year 3.

- Kindergarten-specific contributions (where relevant): voluntary monthly co-payments for kindergarten facilities and concept support currently around EUR 50 per month; the Berlin Senate charges a lunch contribution of EUR 23 per month for kindergarten lunches and an additional snack provision fee is shown at EUR 25 per month.

- Trial-day insurance/attendance: trial days are charged (EUR 30 per trial day) and trial-day attendance is covered by school insurance while on campus.

Refunds and fee adjustments

- Refunds and fee adjustments are governed by the school's fee regulations and the enrollment contract. The school's fee rules include a hardship provision (Härtefallregelung) under which families may apply for reductions or exemptions in justified cases (for example, low gross annual income). The collective fund can be waived in some cases (e.g., BuT pass recipients or hardship).

Fee payment options

- Payment mechanisms are handled through the school's contracting and payment processes; the school and its parent association use SEPA direct-debit mandates for recurring payments and the parent association documents state that cash or invoicing is not used for membership payments. The enrollment contract and contractual documentation specify the exact payment method to be used for tuition and related charges.

Summary of immediate amounts to expect on enrolment

- Possible one-off/early charges at or before admission: trial-day fee(s) if applicable (EUR 30 per trial day); collective fund (EUR 285) due at school-year start unless otherwise agreed; first monthly tuition instalment due at the start of the school year (monthly amount depends on family income band).

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school supports students' personality development and social behaviour through lessons and the Co-Curricular Enrichment Program. Teachers and educators guide this development in lessons and through the Co-Curricular Enrichment Program, and a secure, supportive environment is maintained to help all students feel a sense of achievement.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Learning is designed with internal differentiation, Team-Teaching and Support-Teaching, plus small-group work and cross-curricular projects to accommodate diverse learning needs and provide appropriate challenge. The school emphasizes inclusive education and ongoing assessment to support each learner's development.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school is bilingual German-English. All students must be able to speak German or English at native level for admission. German-speaking students study English as a first foreign language from Years 3 to 10, and English is taught as a first foreign language at Year 11 at a high level. English-speaking students study German as a first foreign language with progression to higher levels (German at least B2 by Years 7–10 and at least C1 by Years 11–13). From Year 7, Spanish is taught as a second foreign language, with French offered as a beginners' course.

Safeguarding

During the admission process, a safe and supportive atmosphere is provided for a get-to-know-you visit and trial days, with attention to physical and cognitive development, social interaction, and language development. A personal meeting with the child and parent, and the possibility of trial days, help ensure a secure and welcoming environment. The school communicates with families and provides ongoing support throughout the onboarding process.

Admissions

1. Submit online application via the online application portal. The enrolment period for the new school year begins on August 1 of the preceding year. If places are available, admission during the current school year is possible for students with the necessary linguistic and academic aptitude. The school is a state-recognised private school from Year 1 to Year 10.

2. After the online application, the school reviews the complete documents and conducts a pre-selection. Because applications exceed places, not all applicants are invited to an interview. If the child meets the admission criteria, the child is invited to a get-to-know-you appointment, several trial days or a trial week, depending on the grade; a meeting with the parents also takes place. A decision on admission is made afterwards.

3. For the start of the 2026/27 school year, 50 places are offered in two Grade 1 classes. The preliminary selection from all submitted applications takes place after the Open Day. All applications received by October 17, 2025 are considered; applications submitted after this date can only be placed on the waiting list.

4. Introductory meetings are held in November 2025, and the allocation of school places occurs shortly afterwards. If a place is offered, the school will contact you by email or phone. If offered, you will receive contract documents by email and must schedule an appointment with the school office to sign the enrollment contract. The process is designed to allow the school and families to get to know each other.

5. Admission to Year 7 is limited to high-achieving students with a Gymnasium recommendation; final decisions are communicated by June 2026. Admission to Year 11–13 is possible only if all official requirements of the Berlin school authority are met. The decisions follow the current Berlin School Act and related regulations.

6. For applications in all current grades and available school places, the school will contact you as quickly as possible to determine whether your child can be invited to trial days. If a place is not available, your child will be placed on the waiting list. This process continues until a decision is reached.

7. For future first graders, an introductory visit is organised in autumn prior to the start. Your child spends a morning at our school with a small group of around 11 children, together with teachers and educators. The activities focus on physical and cognitive development, social interaction, and language development.

8. For students wishing to transfer into an already existing class, several trial days or a full trial week are offered. There are short written assessments in German, Mathematics, and English, followed by a personal interview and participation in lessons; feedback is gathered from teaching staff at the end of the trial.

9. What does waiting list mean? If there is no place available, the application will be placed on the waiting list. A waiting list is not a rejection, nor a guarantee of admission. Admission depends on class balance and capacity; if a place becomes available, the school will contact you by email or phone. No binding information about when a place might open up is provided.

Waitlist

Waiting list: If no place is offered, the child's application goes on the waiting list. A place on the waiting list is not a rejection, nor a guarantee of admission. Admission depends on class balance and capacity; if a place becomes available, the school will contact you by email or phone. The school cannot provide binding information about when a place might open up.

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Japanese International School Berlin

Instructs in Japanese

Ages 6 - 15 years

Fees €5,280 - 5,980

Type Co-educational

The Berlin Japanese International School follows the Japanese curriculum and operates as a full-time, Japan-affiliated institution for students from Grade 1 to Grade 9. It is located in Lankwitz, southern Berlin, and since 2023 occupies a city building after relocating from the Wannsee/Conrad campus due to space constraints. It serves students from Grade 1 through Grade 9 in small-class settings. Class sizes are small, enabling individualized instruction within a warm, supportive environment. The school emphasizes mastery of basics, advancement of higher-level learning, and problem-solving, with preparation aligned to exam readiness. The program offers unique Berlin-based experiences, including a summer school with overnight stays, participation in the Berlin Mini Marathon, Opera Workshop, and a visit to the Berlin Philharmonie dress rehearsal. Extra-curriculars include cross-grade activities that foster peer mentoring. The school does not publish its address publicly; inquiries should be made by email. Contact: info@jap-schule-berlin.de, +49 30 8036830.

Location

Located in the Lankwitz district in the south of Berlin. The address is not published on the site; inquiries should be sent via email. It serves students from the first grade of elementary school to the ninth grade of junior high school in a full-time program.

Stages

From the first grade of elementary school to the ninth grade of junior high school.

Type

Full-time school.

Additional learning support

Individualized learning support in small groups; focuses on fundamental skills, development, and problem-solving; supports exam readiness.

Country affiliation

Japan-affiliated.

Application / enrollment fee
- Enrollment (入学金): EUR 690 per person at the time of enrollment. This amount is increased to EUR 720 per person starting April 2026.

Facility / administrative fee
- Facility fee (施設費): EUR 690 one-time per family, payable at enrollment. This amount is increased to EUR 720 (one-time per family) starting April 2026.

Tuition fees (by year group and per term)
- Monthly tuition: EUR 690 per month for all enrolled students (same rate across the school's year groups: elementary through middle school). The monthly tuition will increase to EUR 720 per month starting April 2026. The school publishes tuition as a single monthly amount and does not publish separate, different tuition rates by individual school year.
- Per-term / per-year: The school's published charge is a monthly tuition amount; separate published term or grade-specific annual fee tables are not provided by the school. The monthly amount above is the published basis from which term or annual totals would be calculated.

Trial / short-term enrollment fees
- Trial (体験入学) fee: EUR 172.50 per week; this weekly rate increases to EUR 180 per week starting April 2026. Trial enrollment is charged by the week (up to four weeks per year as published).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is stated as a monthly charge; the school's public materials present tuition on a month-by-month basis. Specific published billing dates, invoice cadence, payment deadlines, late-payment penalties, or automatic collection arrangements are not listed in the school's published fee notices.

Boarding / dormitory fees
- The school does not publish any boarding or dormitory provision or boarding fees. No boarding fees are listed.

Other costs and fees
- One-time facility fee at enrollment (see above).
- Donations: the school notes that donations are welcome and accepted separately.
- School supplies / uniforms: the school provides a list of required school supplies (学用品), but no published uniform or fixed uniform-cost schedule is provided in the school's public fee notices. Any costs for textbooks, materials, excursions, or other incidental educational expenses are not itemized as fixed fees in the published tuition summary.

Refund information
- The school's published fee notices do not include a detailed refund policy or specific published rules for refunds of enrollment fees, facility fees, or prepaid tuition. No specific refund schedule or refund-conditions for early withdrawal are published in the school's public fee statements.

Fee payment options
- Bank transfer details: the school publishes its bank (Deutsche Bank) name and bank account details (IBAN: DE94 1007 0024 0958 5860 00; BIC/SWIFT: DEUTDEDBBER) for payments. The school's public materials do not list credit-card acceptance, online card payment, or other specific payment-method options; bank transfer details are explicitly provided.

Brief summary of missing or unpublished items (concise)
- The school publishes the amounts above (enrollment fee, one-time facility fee, monthly tuition and trial-week fee) and provides bank transfer details, but it does not publish a detailed billing schedule (due dates), explicit payment-method options beyond the bank details, a stated refund policy for fees, separate term/grade-specific fee tables, uniform fee amounts, or any boarding fees. Those items are not listed in the school's published fee notices.

Curriculum

Full-time school located in Lankwitz, in the south of Berlin. From the first grade of elementary school to the ninth grade of junior high school, the school offers individualized lessons in small groups in a warm and friendly environment.

Student Teacher Ratio

Small class sizes; individualized learning in small groups.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates have progressed to a range of high schools in Japan, including Waseda University High School (affiliated junior high) and Showa Junior High School (affiliated with Showa Women's University), as well as Kanagawa Prefectural Sagamihara High School, Tokyo Metropolitan Musashi High School, Shizuoka Prefectural Shimizu East High School, Tokyo Metropolitan Mita High School, Keio High School, Keio Shonan Fujisawa High School, Tsukuba University Affiliated Komaba High School, Tokyo Metropolitan International High School, Doshisha International High School, Hosei University Second High School, Waseda University High School, Chuo University Suginami High School, and Satoei Gakuen Eito High School.

Gifted and Talented

Developmental and problem-solving learning and entrance exam preparation.

Admissions

Enrollment process

1. Contact the school by email or telephone to inquire about admission. The school welcomes inquiries from prospective families and is happy to answer questions about your child. Please share basic information about your child and any questions you have.

2. If you are considering enrolling your child, inform the school even during the planning stage. This helps the school provide tailored information. The enrollment and transfer application forms are available; a Word version is also available (Enrollment and Transfer Application; Word version).

3. After you inquire, the school will email you to discuss the next steps and the enrollment process in more detail.

Fees

1. Enrollment fee: 690 euros per student at enrollment; from April 2026 this increases to 720 euros per student.

2. Facility fee: 690 euros per family at enrollment; from April 2026 this increases to 720 euros per family. Donations are welcome from corporations as well.

3. Tuition: 690 euros per month; from April 2026 this increases to 720 euros per month.

Trial enrollment

The school offers trial enrollment for those who wish to get to know the school. You can participate in lessons to see what the school has to offer. The school also accepts applicants from Japan and students currently enrolled at local or international schools. Trial enrollments are accepted year-round, in one-week blocks up to a maximum of four weeks per year. Tuition for a trial week is 172.50 euros (180 euros per week from April 2026).

Please contact the school for further information. The enrollment and transfer form for trial enrollment is available (Word version also available). The trial enrollment form should be submitted at least two weeks before the start of the trial.

Preparation and documents

A list of items to prepare for trial enrollment and admission is available. Documents required for admission include a current enrollment certificate, a copy of the student's transcript (abstract), and health/transfer documents. If enrolling as a new first-year student from April, please contact the school in advance. Other documents will be provided after the principal interview; please prepare three 4×3 cm photos for identification.

Enrollment-related forms

The enrollment/transfer application form and the Word version are provided for applicants. The trial enrollment application form and its Word version are also available for download.

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