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ISF International School Frankfurt Rhein-Main is located at Strasse zur Internationalen Schule 33, 65931, Frankfurt, Germany. It sits in the Frankfurt-Rhine-Main region and is easily accessible by train or car. The S-Bahn stops Sindlingen (S1) and Zeilsheim (S2) bring students within a five-minute walk of the campus. It is located near expatriate towns and villages in the Taunus hills.
Kindergarten and Preschool; Primary School (Gr. 1-4); Middle School (Gr. 5-8); High School (Gr. 9-12).
Private day school.
Learning support includes teacher-led study groups, peer tutoring, Power Study Sessions, and on-demand tutoring videos; Advisory Classes; Student Counseling; Health & Wellness services.
Germany; German curriculum equivalent to the state of Hesse.
Full-day program; optional after-school care for Kindergarten to Grade 4.
Door-to-door bus service via private taxi companies; S-Bahn stops Sindlingen (S1) and Zeilsheim (S2) bring students within a five-minute walk of the campus; details on SABIS Digital Platform or via Admissions.
Uniform policy: Grades 1–8 must wear a polo shirt with the ISF logo, available in navy blue, burgundy, or white. Grade 9 and above may wear the ISF polo shirt if they wish. ISF PE shirts are mandatory for all students in Grade 1 and above; uniform items are optional for students (stock dependent).
On-site meals are provided by VielfaltMenü: a hot lunch is offered daily with two menus (one vegetarian), including a main course, dessert/fruit, a drink, and a salad bar; snacks for Kindergarten/Preschool are available for an extra fee. Three cafeterias host meals, and a kiosk within the main cafeteria allows students to purchase items with a student card; cash is accepted and vending machines provide drinks.
ISF International School Frankfurt Rhein-Main is operated by ISF International School Frankfurt Rhein-Main Verwaltungs-GmbH, a German company. There is a management agreement with SABIS Educational Services, Inc. (SES Inc.) to provide academic support and services. The school is a member of the SABIS Network.
ISF International School Frankfurt Rhein-Main offers a traditional core college preparatory SABIS curriculum with non-sectarian, English-language instruction. A third language is studied starting in Grade 6. For graduation, the school offers the ISF High School Diploma, IGCSE (end of Grade 10 or Grade 11), IB Diploma Programme (IB World School since August 2007), Advanced Placement (AP Capstone Diploma or individual AP exams), and A-Level (end of Grade 13; offered until the 2008-2009 school year).
ISF provides a University & Careers Office to assist with university placement. Graduates have been admitted to universities worldwide, including institutions in Australia (Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology; University of Melbourne), Canada (University of British Columbia; McGill University; University of Ottawa; University of Toronto; University of Waterloo), Germany (RWTH Aachen; TH Aschaffenburg; University of Bayreuth; Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin; TU Darmstadt; Goethe University Frankfurt; Frankfurt School of Finance & Management; University of Mannheim; Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz), the United Kingdom (University of Cambridge; University of Oxford), and the United States among others.
Gifted students who volunteer or are selected by teachers are trained to become Shadow Teachers®. Shadow Teachers exist in each subject and grade level, learn material a week ahead of their classmates, and may lead the class under teacher's supervision.
Advisory Classes start in Grade 4 with weekly sessions that provide a safe space to discuss topics important to students' lives, including health and well-being, IT safety, and cultural understanding. In the early years, topics include peer pressure, organizational skills, personal hygiene, health and exercise, conflict resolution, problem-solving, time management, and exam preparation techniques. Students have access to counselors who address personal and academic issues individually or in groups, supporting their social and emotional development. The SABIS Student Life Organization (SLO) offers clubs and activities that promote social engagement and teamwork. Health and wellness are supported by resident nurses who provide medical care during the school day and manage emergencies, as well as ongoing care for students with health needs.
Learning Support is an essential part of the SABIS Educational System. Student progress is monitored, and when learning gaps form, the school team—including teachers and administrators—works to fill the gaps through additional support channels at the school. The support is offered through teacher-led study groups and by assigning Prefects and Group Leaders to foster responsibility and engagement. The Academic Department of the SABIS Student Life Organization (SLO) provides peer tutoring, Power Study Sessions, and academic competitions, as well as On-Demand Tutoring videos to support learning. These provisions help students access learning and achieve their academic goals.
English is the language of instruction. German is taught daily as either Regular German (based on the Hesse curriculum) or as Foreign Language German (beginner, intermediate, or advanced). The German program completes the main curriculum and reinforces what is taught in English and math, including colors, numbers, letters, and sounds. Celebrating the host country, the Primary School German program also incorporates traditional songs, rhymes, games, and festivals. German is offered as part of the core Primary School curriculum.
Advisory Classes cover topics related to health and well-being, IT safety, cultural understanding, interview skills, and career counseling as students mature. Student Counseling is available to support students individually or in groups to address personal and academic issues and promote resilience. ISF has resident nurses who provide medical care during the school day, manage emergencies, and support students with ongoing health needs. The framework fosters mental wellbeing and social development through structured programs and access to guidance. These services help students cope with challenges and build coping skills.
To initiate admissions, ISF must receive the completed enrollment documents. There is no application deadline; admissions should be initiated in late winter or early spring for the next school year. Applications are accepted throughout the school year until the beginning of May, subject to the availability of spaces. Applicants must provide current school records including transcripts, any test or exam results from the previous two years, and any psychological/neurological evaluations, and submit these forms to the registrar at the start of the admissions process. A final admissions decision cannot be made without this information. Admissions Checklist: contact for more information; schedule a school visit and tour; complete and return enrollment contract, Student Medical Form, copy of birth certificate or passport, and copy of school reports from the previous two years (if applicable); schedule placement tests (before or after enrollment); schedule a day visit (optional). Up to Grade 7 (and Grade 8 at the beginning of the school year) no knowledge of English is required for admission. For all grades no knowledge of German is required.
Metropolitan School Frankfurt is located at Eschborner Landstrasse 134 - 142, 60489 Frankfurt am Main, Germany. It sits in the city of Frankfurt and is easily accessible by car and public transport. The public bus stops in front of the school, and it is well connected via local train and bus services. The school maintains relationships with transportation companies that operate private transfers of students to and from school.
Early Years (Kindergarten), Primary School, Secondary School
International school
Learning support with an expert team; in-class differentiation helps to challenge and support student learning.
Germany
Opening hours: Early Morning Care 8:00–8:30; Early Years and Primary School 8:30–15:30; Secondary School 8:25–15:30; After School Care 15:30–17:30.
Public bus stops in front of the school; onsite parking for parents; well connected via local train and bus services; transportation providers arrange private transfers to and from school.
MSF runs a spacious cafeteria serving four daily menus: fish or meat, vegetarian, vegan and allergen-free, each with a main, a salad and a dessert, and water as the drink. The kitchen uses fresh, regional and organic ingredients in line with DGE guidelines, and was renovated in 2021 to enable on-site cooking. The Lunch Menu is published weekly on Fridays for the following week; lunch runs 10:00–14:15, and a café is open for parents from 08:15 and again at 14:30.
MSF is governed by the MSF Advisory Board, which supports the Director and the School Leadership Team in strategy, quality assurance and school development. The Advisory Board includes experienced school directors, a lawyer and tax consultant, and elected and nominated parent representatives.
The school uses the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) in Early Years and Primary School. In Secondary School the programme combines the Cambridge International Examinations IGCSE for Grades 6–10 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) for Grades 11–12. The IGCSE offers English (First Language, Core and Extended), English as a Foreign Language, German (First and Foreign Language), French, Spanish, Coordinated Science (Core and Extended, Double Award), Mathematics (Core and Extended), History, Geography, Food and Nutrition, Business Studies, Computer Science, Art and Design, Music, and Drama. The IB Diploma Programme is a two-year curriculum built on six subject groups with the DP Core (Creativity, Activity, Service; Theory of Knowledge; Extended Essay). The DP is recognised for university entrance and offers equivalence to the German Abitur; the school provides transparency for German university entrance requirements. The 2023 graduates averaged 37 points with a high of 41 out of 45.
Class sizes in Primary are usually 15-20 students per class and never exceed 25.
The Diploma Programme results show a 2023 average of 37 points with a high score of 41 out of 45. The school reports a 100% IB pass rate. In the Secondary School, students study the IGCSE with subjects including English, German, French, Spanish, Science, Mathematics, History, Geography, and more; 70% of students achieved grades A or A in IGCSE.
MSF provides university and career counselling to help students find the best match for higher education worldwide. Counsellors offer ongoing support, meet with students as needed, and provide guidance based on training and experience; parents are involved in the process. The programme includes guidance on internal and external deadlines, and resources for studying in the UK, Germany and beyond. Contacts are Marcel König (German University Counsellor) and Karen Smith (University Counsellor for worldwide applications).
Wellbeing of the students is the center of everything we do at MSF and is always a priority. The school provides a safe, student-centred environment that supports emotional and social development in partnership with families and the wider school community. Guiding statements emphasise Community, Courage and Curiosity and describe an inquiry-based approach that develops independent, globally minded learners. The programme provides multiple pathways to success across divisions and fosters collaboration, leadership and service within the wider community. MSF focuses on holistic development, blending academic learning with opportunities to build resilience and wellbeing.
MSF is a private, English-language school with an extensive German program. Students continue to learn German language and culture in all its facets and will, over the years, reach native-level proficiency in English. After graduation, with the IB Diploma, graduates have access to German universities as well as leading universities worldwide.
Wellbeing is the focus in MSF. The environment is friendly and inspiring, designed to support students' wellbeing. There are multiple school social workers and school psychologists available to assist students. Outdoor Learning is integrated as a curricular component. Lunch is freshly cooked in the school kitchen. Modern sports facilities include a triple gym, a weight room, and a rooftop sports field.
1. Apply online through the MSF online application form at apply.m-school.de and upload all required documents and certificates. Kindergarten applications require the Early Years Confidential Statement Form to be filled out by the current nursery/kindergarten and by parents. For G1-11 applications, submit the last two school reports and transcripts translated into English, a letter of reference, and a completed Referral Form. Psychological/psycho-educational evaluations for applicants with specific learning needs, the Secondary Student Statement Form (Grades 6-11) completed in handwriting, and a handwritten essay of approximately 500 words for IB DP applicants to Grade 11 may also be requested.
Applications are accepted from September to June for the following school year. If a place is not available, students are placed on the waitlist.
accadis International School Bad Homburg is located at SÜDCAMPUS Bad Homburg in Bad Homburg vor der Höhe, near Frankfurt am Main. The Welcome Center and Secondary School are at Am Weidenring 2; the Elementary School and Preschool are at Am Weidenring 52-54. Bad Homburg vor der Höhe is part of the Rhein-Main region with good transport connections to Frankfurt and beyond.
Preschool (bilingual), Primary Class (bilingual), Elementary School (bilingual), Secondary School (bilingual), with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme available for Grades 11–12.
Non-profit educational institution (gGmbH) operating as accadis International School Bad Homburg at SÜDCAMPUS Bad Homburg.
53 nationalities represented; 50% international students; 50% German students.
We support students according to their potential and needs, with day-to-day differentiation in regular classes, learning support teachers or assistants for specific learning needs, language support in German and English in the Elementary School, remedial courses in Spanish in the Secondary School, and targeted attention for gifted and talented students in collaboration with parents.
Germany
Public Stadtbus access to campus: Stadtbus lines 1 and 11 stop Atzelnest/SÜDCAMPUS; from Bad Homburg station, take Stadtbus 1 or 11; from Frankfurt, take U2 to Ober-Eschbach and walk to Am Grünen Weg.
All pupils wear a school uniform from the Primary level.
Lunch is provided through FPS Catering using the BIOLOGISCH-Catering concept for schools and day care; meals accommodate individual needs with allergy-free menus. Lunch is compulsory up to and including Class 10.
accadis ISB is a nonprofit school (gGmbH) funded by parental fees. It operates under the accadis Bildung Group umbrella.
Grades 1–4: Bilingual learning based on the Hessian framework and the Cambridge International Curriculum. Grades 5–10: Pastoral care and an academically challenging international curriculum. Grades 11–12: International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, a university entrance qualification. The Diploma is recognised in Germany and worldwide.
The IB Diploma Programme prepares students for entry to universities worldwide. The Diploma is recognised as a university entrance qualification in Germany and worldwide.
The school fosters social and personal development through experiential activities and accadis values in action. Domino Day demonstrated teamwork, collaboration and perseverance as core learning outcomes. The programme highlights values such as Service, Compassion, Ambition and Dedication, with Patience added as a core value. Students learn these values through cross‑grade collaboration and daily school life. Overall, social‑emotional learning is embedded in everyday practice.
The school uses German and English as working languages and employs immersion learning. In Preschool, there are two teachers, one English‑speaking and one German‑speaking, with a 'one face, one language' approach. Children begin language learning from day one and develop their English and German skills through the curriculum and daily activities.
Emotional and social health develop through real interactions and relationships. The school emphasises a holistic approach where value‑based behaviour supports well‑being. Staff focus on students' well‑being as an integral part of education.
The safety of the children has top priority. Digital safety is addressed with filters in the school network and SafeSearch for child protection. Parents are encouraged to discuss online safety at home when children use private digital devices.
1. Admission Preschool: You complete the questionnaire to register your child on our waiting list. This begins the admissions process for the Bilingual Preschool. Our Admissions Team is happy to answer questions; call +49 6172 984141 or use the contact form. Families are welcome to visit on Open Days. 2. Admission Elementary School: We inform you about our concept and answer individual questions. Your child spends a Trial Day in class or meets our teachers for an interview. Depending on the availability of places and the feedback from the teachers, school management decides on the offer of a place. For enquiries from abroad, the admission process usually takes place online. 3. Admission Secondary School: We inform you about our concept and answer your individual questions. You provide your child's school reports from the last two school years. Once we have checked the school reports, we invite interested students to a Trial Day and interview as well as to entrance tests (in Mathematics as well as German and English, according to existing language capabilities). Depending on the availability of places, the results of the entrance tests and interview as well as feedback on the trial day, school management decides on the offer of a place. For enquiries from abroad, the admission process usually takes place online. 4. Admission IB Diploma Programme: We inform you about our concept and answer individual questions. You provide your child's school reports from the last two school years. Once we have checked the school reports, we invite interested students to a taster day and interview as well as to entrance tests (in Mathematics, English, as well as German, depending on existing language capabilities). Depending on the availability of places, the results of the entrance tests and interview as well as feedback on the taster day, school management decides on the offer of a place. For enquiries from abroad, the admission process usually takes place online.
The school is a non-profit organisation funded through tuition and contributions. A sibling discount is available; enquiry is advised. There is an income and asset-based tuition reduction option for ES + SeS (Primary up to Grade 10) with reductions: up to 60,000 EUR = 50%, up to 80,000 EUR = 35%, up to 100,000 EUR = 15% (as of June 2024). Catering and school uniform are listed as additional costs; tuition fees are detailed in the brochure.
The school uses a waiting list for Bilingual Preschool. Register your child by completing the questionnaire to join the waiting list. Depending on availability, an individual appointment is arranged. If everything fits, a place for your child is offered. Open Days are available for visits.
Located in Oberursel, Germany, SIS Frankfurt is at An den Drei Hasen 34-36, 61440 Oberursel. It is a few minutes' drive from the financial metropolis of Frankfurt. The campus features classrooms and special-purpose rooms equipped with contemporary infrastructure and advanced teaching technology. The school emphasizes international education with local insight.
Bilingual Reception Programme; Primary School; and Secondary School (7-10) and (11-13). Subjects are taught in German and English; bilingualism is not a prerequisite for admission.
State-approved Ersatzschule; private day school financed by a combination of school fees and state subsidies.
82 enrolled students; 15+ nationalities.
Switzerland; part of the SIS Swiss International School network.
Day school with supervision from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; exact lesson and supervision times vary between the different school levels.
The school is a day school.
Lunch is offered. The school provides lunch, homework supervision, before and after school care, flexible drop-off and pick-up times, and a variety of after-school activities.
The school is state-approved private school financed by a combination of school fees and state subsidies.
SIS Frankfurt delivers a bilingual English–German curriculum from Reception through secondary school. The Reception Programme (ages 5–7) is bilingual and full-day (7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.), with English- and German-speaking teachers alternating. Primary School is based on the Hessian core curriculum, supplemented by SIS bilingual reading and writing, with maths and social studies taught in both languages; two teachers per class rotate instruction to immerse students in a bilingual environment. Primary School provides a full-day concept (7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.) with homework supervision and after-school clubs, and uses varied lessons with tablets and notebooks. The Secondary School (7–10) is bilingual and follows a state curriculum, with the Mittlerer Schulabschluss after Year 10 and regular benchmarking tests in mathematics, German and English. In Years 11–13, SIS Frankfurt offers Abitur and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, including a possible double diploma path, and the IBDP is a globally recognised university entrance qualification for higher education in English-speaking countries; SIS Frankfurt is a state-approved Ersatzschule.
From Year 3 of primary school, benchmarking tests in mathematics, German and English are taken and results are described as good on a regular basis. Results are communicated transparently to parents and form the basis for individual objectives discussed in parent consultations twice a year.
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) is a globally recognised university entrance qualification and provides preparation for higher education in English-speaking countries. Students can graduate with Abitur or the IB Diploma, or both via a double-diploma path.
The school provides a safe and supportive atmosphere and a nurturing, open, and multicultural learning environment that supports students' social and emotional development.
Subjects are taught in German and English; bilingual from day one from Reception through to college, with German- and English-native-speaking educators.
The school maintains a safe and supportive environment for student wellbeing.
Registration is accepted all year round. The enrolment process comprises four steps: submitting the Registration Form; a consultation with the school management; trial days; and signing the school contract. If there is no place in the relevant grade, the child's name can be added to the waiting list. Admission is possible all year round and applies to Kindergarten, Reception Programme, Primary School, Secondary School (7-10), Secondary School (11-13), Secondary School and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). Most children are enrolled in the spring, between February and April, so they can start the new school year in August or September. There is no entrance examination for admission. Students learn German and English by immersion, with language support available as needed.
If there is currently no place available in the corresponding grade, the child's name can be added to the waiting list.
Phorms Frankfurt City Campus (Fürstenbergerstraße 3-9, 60322 Frankfurt) in the Holzhausen district, and Phorms Campus Frankfurt Taunus (Waldstraße 91, 61449 Steinbach/Taunus).
Primary School at Frankfurt City and Steinbach Taunus campuses; Secondary School at Taunus Campus.
Private bilingual German-English day school.
Individualised support; additional staff support in most classes.
Germany
Open 7:30–18:00. Early Care 7:30–8:30; Arrival 8:30–9:00; Lessons 9:00–12:30; Lunch 11:15–11:30; Lessons 13:30–15:45; Pick-up 15:45; Afternoon programme 16:00–18:00.
Phorms school bus connects Frankfurt City Campus to Taunus Campus and back; routes include City route and Route West/East/South with booking via schulbus.frankfurt@phorms.de.
Whole-day care runs from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., including early morning care and after-school care (3:30/3:45–6:00 p.m.). A vacation program runs during school holidays with childcare from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and care until 6:00 p.m. available on request.
Wearing school clothing is compulsory. A campus collection with clothing items is available, and items can be ordered online at phorms-shop.de.
Meals are balanced, regional and certified organic. Trained chefs from FPS prepare fresh meals in the school kitchen; children choose between two dishes, one vegetarian, and have access to a salad bar with fresh vegetables. Fresh water is available throughout the day.
Phorms Frankfurt is part of the Phorms Education Network.
Phorms Frankfurt teaches according to the Hessian curriculum, and transfers between language tracks are possible at any time depending on language skills. The school provides a bilingual German‑English education from early years through the gymnasium, using an immersive approach where teachers speak in their native language and gestures and visuals support understanding. The Primary School operates at two campuses, Frankfurt City and Steinbach im Taunus, and emphasizes project work, interdisciplinary learning, a modern learning environment with digital tools, and a rich after‑school program. The Secondary School places a strong emphasis on STEM and digital learning, with computer science starting as an elective in the lower secondary years and becoming a regular part of the curriculum; Year 10 offers IGCSE examinations. The school holds digital credentials such as a Digital School certificate for the secondary and is equipped with DigitalPakt Schule infrastructure.
Typical class size in the Secondary School is 24 students.
Abitur is offered as the highest school‑leaving qualification, with Realschulabschluss and Fachhochschulreife also available. In Year 10, IGCSE examinations are offered in the secondary school.
Abitur prepares students for university study in Germany and beyond. The bilingual environment supports language proficiency for international universities, and IGCSE examinations in Year 10 provide an additional pathway for international higher education. The school also offers study guidance and internships to support career planning.
The school holds a MINT‑friendly School certificate, recognizing active promotion of mathematics, informatics, natural sciences and technology. The after‑school program includes competitions such as First Lego League, Jugend forscht, Mathematics Olympiad and other STEM activities to challenge advanced learners.
CARE: We work with every student on a personal level. We strengthen their talents and support them when challenges arise — with additional educators at Primary School, small class sizes and a wide range of extracurricular activities. The school fosters an international mindset and open culture, with German and English equally present in everyday learning and school life. There is a warm, family-like atmosphere where every child feels safe and welcome. All-day learning and living in a community provides stable social contexts for personal development.
The school provides individual support for personal development with dedicated teachers and educators offering tailored assistance. Small class sizes and a high staff-to-student ratio enable targeted attention, with teaching assistants in Primary School at Reception. Support is tailored to each child's talents and needs. The school offers a seamless educational pathway from kindergarten to Abitur, helping learners with diverse needs stay on track.
German and English are equally present in everyday learning and school life, reflecting a bilingual immersion. Our teachers come from a wide range of English-speaking countries around the world. A bilingual approach contributes to positive language development for students in both languages. 81% of our Secondary School parents are happy with their children's language acquisition through the bilingual approach.
The school is known for a warm, family-like atmosphere where every child feels safe and welcome. Students are seen as individuals and are supported to develop emotionally, with teachers and staff offering dedicated and sensitive support. Testimonials describe emotional development as a core strength and highlight personal development within a supportive environment. All-day learning and community life contribute to mental wellbeing through stable routines and social connections.
The environment is safe and secure, with guaranteed supervision and teaching in a secure school setting. The open culture and warm atmosphere support safeguarding, ensuring children feel safe and welcome. The school emphasises a respectful, intercultural community and ongoing care as part of daily life.
1. Non-binding online registration. To register your child, complete the online registration form. After registration you will receive confirmation by email. The admission process begins after the summer holidays when your child enters Year 4. We will send you all necessary documents, including questionnaires and a request to submit the school reports from Years 2 and 3.
2. Personal meeting. If the requirements for attending the bilingual secondary school are met, a personal meeting is arranged to answer questions in an individual interview. You will have the opportunity to get to know our school and gain deeper insight into our educational concept. The meeting also helps you assess whether the program fits your expectations.
3. Our offer of a place. Once the admissions process is successfully completed and you are convinced by our school concept, you will receive an offer of a place along with the school contract. Lateral entrants are welcome. If places are available, we arrange trial days and a meeting with parents on short notice, and the Admissions Team will contact you promptly to discuss the next steps and any remaining requirements.
Sibling discount: The second child receives a 20% discount on the parental contribution; the third child receives a 40% discount; from the fourth child onward, a 60% discount applies. The minimum contribution per child is €99/month.
