Compare Moderate-level SEN International Schools in Munich, Germany

Bavarian International School - City Campus

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour Basic

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 11 years

Fees €17,900 - 23,860

Type Co-educational

Bavarian International School – City Campus is a centrally located urban school in Munich’s Schwabing district, serving approximately 300 students from Early Childhood through Grade 5. As an International Baccalaureate World School, it implements the Primary Years Programme (PYP) with a focus on inquiry-based and play-based learning. The campus is notably recognized as one of only 25 Positive Discipline Lab Schools globally, emphasizing a supportive social-emotional environment. Facilities include two dedicated sports halls, a cafeteria, a library, and an outdoor playground designed for younger learners. Students benefit from an extensive After School Activities program featuring options such as coding, robotics, and the Three Star Award-winning Eco-School project. To support its diverse community, the school offers a Home Language Programme in 17 different languages alongside German instruction starting in Grade 1. This campus provides a family-like atmosphere for international families seeking a collaborative education in the heart of the city.

Location

The school has two campuses: Haimhausen Campus and City Campus in Munich-Schwabing. The Haimhausen Campus is approximately 15 km north of Munich, and the City Campus is located in Munich-Schwabing.

Stages

The school has Primary through International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP), including IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), DP and CP.

Type

The school is a non-profit gAG (gemeinnützige Aktiengesellschaft) with two campuses.

Additional learning support

The school has an English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme and Learning Support for students with mild learning differences.

School day structure

ASA times: Haimhausen—Mon-Thu 16:15–17:15; Fri 14:30–15:30. City Campus—Mon-Thu 15:30–16:30; Fri 13:50–14:50. ASC times: City Campus Mon-Thu 15:30–18:00; Fri 13:30–17:00.

Bus service

The school has a bus shuttle service for the two campuses, including a morning and after-school shuttle to the Garching-Hochbrück U6; a courtesy bus for Secondary School students; and a City Line Bus with fixed stops at Odeonsplatz, Münchner Freiheit and BIS City Campus.

Application and registration fees

- Application fee (new students): EUR 200; non-refundable and payable at the time of application.
- Registration fee (new students): EUR 2,200; invoiced upon acceptance and non-refundable.
- Re-registration fee (returning students): EUR 1,100; invoiced upon confirmed re-registration. A Late Re-Registration Fee of EUR 2,200 applies when re-registration is submitted after the closing date.

Tuition fees by year group (School year 2025–26) — annual, two-term and monthly instalment values

All amounts are quoted in euros (EUR). The annual tuition amounts and the equivalent payment-option amounts for the academic year 2025–26 are:

- Early Childhood — Annual: EUR 17,860
- One payment (due July 15, 2025): EUR 17,860.00
- Two-term payments (administrative surcharge applies; first instalment due July 15, 2025; second due January 15, 2026): 1st term EUR 11,609.00; 2nd term EUR 6,608.20. (Two-term option requires direct debit from an EU bank.)
- Ten monthly instalments (administrative surcharge applies; July 2025–April 2026): EUR 1,857.44 per month.

- Grade 1–5 — Annual: EUR 17,900
- One payment (due July 15, 2025): EUR 17,900.00
- Two-term: 1st term EUR 11,635.00; 2nd term EUR 6,623.00. (Two-term via direct debit from an EU bank.)
- Ten monthly instalments: EUR 1,861.60 per month.

- Grade 6–8 — Annual: EUR 20,730
- One payment (due July 15, 2025): EUR 20,730.00
- Two-term: 1st term EUR 13,474.50; 2nd term EUR 7,670.10. (Two-term via direct debit from an EU bank.)
- Ten monthly instalments: EUR 2,155.92 per month.

- Grade 9 — Annual: EUR 21,770
- One payment (due July 15, 2025): EUR 21,770.00
- Two-term: 1st term EUR 14,150.50; 2nd term EUR 8,054.90. (Two-term via direct debit from an EU bank.)
- Ten monthly instalments: EUR 2,264.08 per month.

- Grade 10–12 — Annual: EUR 23,860
- One payment (due July 15, 2025): EUR 23,860.00
- Two-term: 1st term EUR 15,509.00; 2nd term EUR 8,828.20. (Two-term via direct debit from an EU bank.)
- Ten monthly instalments: EUR 2,481.44 per month.

Note on two-term and monthly options: the two-term payment option carries an administrative charge (shown in the prospectus) and is only available via direct debit from an EU bank; the monthly instalment option carries a higher administrative charge and is likewise available only by direct debit from an EU bank. Non-payment or late payment of an instalment without prior agreement may result in the entire outstanding balance becoming due immediately and surcharges being applied.

Entrance fee (capital development fee)

- Entrance Fee total: EUR 14,430 per child, paid in three instalments across the first three years of attendance.
- Year 1 (upon initial admission): EUR 7,770 (due in full or under the monthly payment option where available).
- Year 2: EUR 4,440 (due in full).
- Year 3: EUR 2,220 (due in full).
- The Entrance Fee is non-refundable.

Billing schedule and key payment dates

- Tuition Fee and Entrance Fee are invoiced after (re-)registration and are due by July 15th (invoice year shown: July 15, 2025 for 2025–26).
- Two-term option: 1st payment due July 15th; 2nd payment due January 15th.
- Monthly instalments (when chosen): due on the 15th of each month from July through April of the academic year.
- Transportation fees (if used) are due in October (1st semester) and February (2nd semester). Bus service is available for a complete school year only.

Payment terms, methods and bank details

- All payments are to be made in euros (EUR). Bank transfers should be made to the campus-specific bank account; IBANs and BIC/SWIFT details are provided for each campus. Transfers from banks outside the EU: any bank charges are to be borne by the payer. Direct debit from an EU bank is required for the two-term and monthly payment options.
- Overdue balances: a 1% interest per month is charged on overdue amounts; no child will be admitted to class until all fees due have been paid.

Proration, refunds and withdrawals

- Pro-rata for students who enrol late: the annual tuition fee is prorated according to specific enrolment date thresholds (for example, enrolment as of 15 October results in 95% payable; as of 15 November 85%; as of 15 December 75%; continuing down to later dates with lower payable percentages). Exact pro-rata percentages are applied based on the enrolment date.
- Refunds for students who leave early: refunds are calculated according to defined date ranges within the academic year (refund percentages decrease as the school year progresses). Exact refund percentages depend on the withdrawal date within the school calendar.
- Withdrawal notice: the Admissions Office must be notified in writing at least six weeks prior to the withdrawal date.

Sibling discounts and fee reductions

- Sibling discount on Tuition and Entrance Fee only: 10% reduction for the third sibling currently enrolled; 15% reduction for the fourth sibling currently enrolled. The discount applies only when all siblings are enrolled in the same school year.
- A Fee Reduction Programme (means-tested) is available for eligible families; reduced tuition and entrance fee amounts and monthly instalment options may be available under that programme.

Other costs (additional charges during the year)

- Transportation service: charged separately based on distance; bus contracts are annual and a separate schedule applies.
- Lunch and snack services: hot meals and snack options are available and are invoiced (hot lunch usually invoiced by the meal service provider).
- After-school activities and athletics: a minimal Sports and Activities Fee is charged per activity and per term; individual activity fees are announced at registration. Sport uniforms and some activity-related items are invoiced by service providers.
- Field trips, calculators, IB examination and related IB course costs (including invigilation and IBCP course charges) are invoiced by the school as they occur. Fees for IB self-taught languages and some home-language courses are usually invoiced and paid directly to the external service provider.

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable; BIS operates two day-school campuses (Haimhausen and City Campus, Munich-Schwabing) and does not charge boarding fees.

Late payments and contract conditions

- Late payment interest: 1% per month on overdue balances. Students will not be admitted to class until fees due under the agreed terms are paid in full. Administrative fees apply for changing payment options after invoice issuance.

Summary

- Annual tuition for 2025–26 ranges from EUR 17,860 (Early Childhood) to EUR 23,860 (Grades 10–12). Application, registration and entrance fees are additional and must be paid according to the invoicing schedule. Multiple payment options are available (single payment, two-term, or monthly instalments) with administrative charges and direct-debit requirements for instalment plans. Additional charges (transport, meals, activities, IB exam fees, uniforms, trips) are invoiced separately. Non-refundable items include the Application Fee, Registration Fee, and the Entrance Fee; withdrawal, pro-rata and refund rules are applied according to the school's published schedules and deadlines.

Curriculum

The school offers the full range of IB programmes: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP). PYP is for ages 3-12, MYP is for ages 13-16, and DP/CP are for ages 16-19. The two campuses are the City Campus in Munich and the Haimhausen Campus. English is the language of instruction; German language classes are offered from Grade 1 and additional languages—French, Spanish, Japanese and Mandarin—begin in Grade 6. Support services include language and learning support, pastoral care and university counselling.

Student Teacher Ratio

The school reports an average student–teacher ratio of 7:1.

Exam Results

In 2025, two BIS DP graduates achieved the maximum 45/45 points; 17% of graduates scored more than 40 points. In 2023, the DP average was 35 points, with 18.3% scoring above 40. These results indicate BIS DP scores are competitive with, and often above, global averages.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates are admitted to top universities around the world. University and career counselling support students with higher education planning, including events with university representatives and targeted guidance.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

BIS has a holistic pastoral care program that supports students' academic, social, and emotional wellbeing. The pastoral care team works with educators across the school to provide vital support and to foster stable, strong relationships. Pastoral Leaders and mentors support students through a structured network from teachers to pastoral leaders to ensure care. The IB Approaches to Learning identify affective skills such as mindfulness, perseverance, emotional management, self-motivation and resilience as part of student development. The PSHE program covers topics including sexual education, body image, digital safety, equity, and bullying to help students stay healthy, safe and prepared for life and work.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

BIS Learning Support provides services for students with mild learning differences to support their access to the curriculum. Learning Support teachers work with classroom teachers, families and external professionals to create an inclusive learning environment. Services include monitoring, in-class support, and individual or small-group instruction, with modifications documented in students' Individualised Education Plans. BIS offers the Infinity Programme for asynchronous learners, currently for Grades 6-8, giving high-achieving students opportunities to deepen topics and receive targeted teacher professional development on social and emotional needs of high-achieving students. The program aims to minimize obstacles to learning and accommodate diverse needs through a variety of delivery models.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The EAL programme equips each student with social and academic language skills to access BIS's learning environment. Every EAL student may continue learning their native language through the Home Language Programme. A home language survey and English language skills assessment determine placement along the language acquisition continuum. In secondary school, newcomers join the Newcomer Centre for Grades 6-8; Grades 6-10 join MYP English Language Acquisition; Grade 11 students study English B in the IB Diploma or High School Diploma. The Home Language literacy level is a key predictor of English language acquisition and academic success; maintaining Home Language affords academic, professional and cultural opportunities.

Mental Wellbeing

BIS supports mental wellbeing through a dedicated counselling and pastoral care framework for students, parents, and staff. The Counselling Department operates in a supportive, confidential, solution-focused manner and uses best practices from international models in school counselling and the American School Counselling Association. Counselling services address transitions, academic support, stress management, friendship/relationship issues, group programs, crisis counselling, and wellbeing lessons tailored to grade level needs. The pastoral care program aligns with IB Approaches to Learning affective skills, PSHE components, and a broader aim to develop social and emotional skills and resilience. BIS emphasizes healthy lifestyle and emotional and social development through professional staff and ongoing wellbeing initiatives.

Safeguarding

The Health team provides child protection services across campuses as part of daily care. The Counselling Department safeguards the human rights of all members of the BIS community, and supports a safe learning environment. BIS collaborates with local health and school authorities to ensure safety, health, and wellbeing. The BIS site links to a Whistleblower Protection policy to safeguard staff and students; such policies exist as part of their safeguarding framework. BIS is committed to safeguarding children and young people as part of its pastoral and wellbeing framework.

Admissions

Admissions at BIS uses rolling admissions with a five-step process: Enquire, Visit, Apply, Decision, Enrolment. The application process includes submitting an online application, paying a non-refundable €200 application fee, testing and screening (EC2–Grade 5 may have guest days and a German language screening; Grades 6–12 may complete an online English placement test and a spontaneous writing assignment, followed by a personal interview, which can be conducted via video for long-distance applicants). The Admissions Committee reviews all components and aims to provide an admission decision within 10 working days after receiving a complete application, though this may extend during holidays or if extra information is required. A place is confirmed only after the application is complete, the enrolment contract is signed, and fees have been received. Enrollment priorities favour expat families first, then siblings, then local German families. If spaces are limited, applicants are placed on a waiting list and BIS cannot disclose a specific position on the wait list. The language of instruction is English; German is taught as part of the curriculum from Grade 1, and five other main languages are taught (German, Spanish, French, Japanese, Mandarin).

Scholarships

Scholarship Programme is run by Friends of BIS e.V. and BIS funds scholarships to enable particularly gifted and capable students to attend BIS regardless of parental income. In addition to Believe, Inspire, and Succeed, BIS is introducing the Dr. Chrissie Sorenson Scholarship for Grades 9–12 starting in 2026–27. The Dr. Chrissie Sorenson Scholarship is named after BIS's Head of School and is funded entirely by a BIS community member; it is available to German or international children who are permanent residents in Germany and whose families can prove financial need. The application process includes emailing scholarship@bis-school.com, submitting a financial questionnaire and a motivation letter, starting the online application, and possibly completing an English test, followed by a presentation to a panel if shortlisted. Deadline for the Dr. Chrissie Sorenson scholarship is April 7, 2026. The first awardee was Isabella B. Important notes: candidates must have permanent residence in Germany; financial need must be proven; existing BIS students are not eligible. For inquiries, scholarship@bis-school.com.

Waitlist

Does BIS have a waiting list? When a grade is full, qualified applicants are placed on a waiting list and contacted as soon as a space opens; BIS cannot disclose a student's position on the wait list.

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European School Munich - Neuperlach Site

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour Basic

Instructs in German, English, French, Spanish, Italian, Dutch

Ages 4 - 18 years

Fees €4,458 - 8,358

Type Co-educational

European School Munich is part of the European Schools system, supervised by EU governments, with Fasangarten hosting Kindergarten and Primary and Neuperlach housing Secondary. The school delivers the European Schools curriculum, providing multilingual education from nursery to the European Baccalaureate. Pupils study the official languages of all EU member states in language sections, taught by native-speaking teachers, with Language II compulsory from Primary year 1, Language III from Secondary year 1, Language IV from Secondary year 4, and Language V from Secondary year 6. Primary focuses on intercultural learning through the SMiLe team and KiVa anti-bullying. Secondary is organised into Orientation (S1–S3), Middle (S4–S5) and Upper (S6–S7), with emphasis on multilingualism and subject specialisation, culminating in the European Baccalaureate for university entrance. Founded in 1977, the school has grown alongside new facilities and hosts projects such as Eurosport, Model European Council and Culture Days, reflecting its European ethos.

Location

Two campuses in Munich: Fasangarten Site (Kindergarten & Primary School) at Auguste-Kent-Platz 3, 81549 Munich, and Neuperlach Site (Secondary School) at Elise-Aulinger-Straße 21, 81739 Munich. Fasangarten serves Kindergarten and Primary; Neuperlach serves Secondary.

Stages

Kindergarten; Primary School; Secondary School (two campuses providing separate level groups).

Type

European School; two campuses (Fasangarten and Neuperlach) offering Kindergarten through Secondary; official languages of all EU countries taught by native-speaking teachers.

Additional learning support

Educational Support is provided.

Country affiliation

European Schools system, supervised by EU governments.

Application fees
- No separate application fee is specified for enrolment. Applications start with an online declaration of interest; children in Category I (staff of EU institutions and the European Patent Office) are exempt from school fees.

Tuition fees (annual) by school level
- EUR 4,457.80 per year — Kindergarten.
- EUR 6,129.55 per year — Primary School.
- EUR 8,358.46 per year — Secondary School.

Installment / per-term payment detail (payment schedule)
- A deposit of 25% of the annual tuition is payable by the first deadline; the remaining 75% plus other charges is payable by the second deadline. The school specifies two required payment dates for the 2026/2027 fees: payment in full or at least 25% before 30/06/2026; payment of the remaining 75% and other fees before 31/10/2026. The 25% deposit is non-refundable.
- Example instalment amounts (rounded to cents):
- Kindergarten (EUR 4,457.80): 25% deposit = EUR 1,114.45; remaining 75% = EUR 3,343.35.
- Primary (EUR 6,129.55): 25% deposit = EUR 1,532.39; remaining 75% = EUR 4,597.16.
- Secondary (EUR 8,358.46): 25% deposit = EUR 2,089.62; remaining 75% = EUR 6,268.84.

Sibling fee procedure
- First child: full tuition for the child in the highest school level.
- Second child: 80% of the normal tuition fee applicable to that child's school level.
- Three children or more: 60% of the normal tuition fee applicable to each child's school level.

Tuition fee reduction and minimum payable
- A tuition fee reduction may be requested from the Director; requests are assessed on the family's income. Regardless of income, the minimum tuition payable is 25% of the regular tuition.

Other costs and charges (examples and timing)
- Additional charges are payable with the remaining 75% payment and include items such as photocopying charges, insurance, and Baccalaureate exam fees. Specific amounts for these charges are invoiced separately.
- Section-level or class-level contributions may be requested (for example, book-fund or section resource contributions); amounts and payment instructions for these contributions are specified by the relevant language section or parent reps and are typically collected by bank transfer. Example section contributions and bank-transfer instructions are published for sections.
- No uniform fee is specified on the school fees information. School-specific voluntary funds or section charges (book funds, class activity contributions) are charged separately when applicable.

Boarding fees
- The European School Munich is described as a day school; no boarding provision or boarding fees are listed.

Refund and deregistration rules
- The 25% prepayment (deposit) cannot be refunded.
- Already enrolled children must be deregistered in writing no later than 15 May to avoid being charged the deposit for the next school year.

Fee payment options and bank transfer details (how payments are typically handled)
- The School Fees page specifies required payment amounts and deadlines but does not list a credit-card option; bank transfers are used on the school site for other payments and section funds (IBAN/BIC details are provided in section documents and donation/section notices). Parents should prepare to pay by bank transfer where requested and to follow the payment instructions sent with the invoice.

Currency and applicability
- All amounts are quoted in euros (EUR). The published tuition figures above apply to category III (private) pupils. Category I pupils (children of eligible staff) are exempt from tuition.

Curriculum

European School Munich follows the European Schools curriculum, delivering multilingual, multicultural education from nursery to the European Baccalaureate. The school teaches the official languages of all EU member states through language sections, with pupils placed in a language section based on their dominant language and taught by native-speaking teachers. Language II (German/English/French) is compulsory from the first year of Primary School; Language III starts in the first year of Secondary School; Language IV is optional from the fourth year of Secondary School; Language V is elective from the sixth year of Secondary School. In Primary, European hours promote intercultural learning, supported by the SMiLe team, and KiVa anti-bullying is integrated into the curriculum; the Secondary School is organised into Orientation (S1-S3), Middle (S4-S5) and Upper (S6-S7), with emphasis on multilingualism and subject-specialisation. The European Baccalaureate is the final examination, recognised for university entrance across Europe and worldwide.

Higher Education Progression

The European Baccalaureate is the entrance qualification to university and higher education and is recognised across Europe and worldwide.

Gifted and Talented

There is a Challenge Programme for gifted and/or motivated pupils.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The SMiLe-Team provides social-emotional prevention and support in Primary School for all pupils and their parents, and offers advisory support to staff. The core task is the prevention of social and emotional difficulties and, in acute need, it acts as an intervention team. It supports children, parents and teachers by identifying social-emotional needs and implementing preventive measures to improve the social climate in the classroom and on the playground. The SMiLe-Team offers SMiLe station during breaks with counselling and individual case assistance; a Time out option for overload; crisis support, conflict management and mediation; trustworthy information, counselling in educational matters, and support in family crises and child protection. It coordinates social projects and programmes (including KiVa), informs teachers and school management, and can refer to external and internal support services.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Educational Support is offered as part of a whole-school approach to help pupils develop their potential in a positive learning environment. Needs are identified individually with parental input considered essential. If reasonable accommodation cannot be provided, the school justifies the reasons. The school uses measures including Early Intervention (speech therapy and school psychologist observation), General and Moderate Support for learning needs, Intensive Support Type A/B for more significant needs, Special Arrangements for curriculum access, and Tripartite Agreements for external services. There are also Gifted and talented programmes called Challenge Programmes. Detailed information is in the Internal Guidelines for Parents and the Policy on the provision of Educational Support.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The European School Munich teaches the official languages of all EU countries through native-speaking teachers. Pupils are assigned to language sections, with the dominant language guiding the section choice. Kindergarten education is provided in the dominant language, while Primary School includes a second language and Secondary School adds a third language in grade S1; a fourth and fifth language may be chosen later. Languages available include Deutsch, English, Français, Español, Italiano, Nederlands, ελληνική, and SWALS.

Mental Wellbeing

School Psychology is the specialized psychological service of the European School Munich, supporting all pupils from kindergarten through the Abitur. It focuses on intervention in cases of identifiable psychological stress and works with other staff as needed. The wellbeing framework covers prevention and promotion, with annual prevention measures and age-appropriate workshops, and is part of the counselling and support network (BUT).

Safeguarding

The protection and well-being of pupils are paramount, and every staff member is legally obliged to prevent harm and to investigate suspicions of danger. The school works in close cooperation with colleagues, parents, extracurricular organizations, and authorities when necessary. Internal child-protection officers act as the points of contact for safeguarding and comprise School Psychologists, the SMiLe-Team and Education Advisors. In cases of suspected harm, steps include observation and documentation, reporting to school management, involvement of the child protection officer, joint assessment, and adherence to confidentiality and reporting requirements. The guidelines align with German and Bavarian law and European Schools regulations.

Admissions

Admission Criteria and Application Process. Pupils at the European School Munich are categorized into three groups with priority admission: Category I pupils (entitled pupils) are children of employees of the European Patent Office in Munich, of the EU, or of the school's teachers and administrative and ancillary staff; they have to be admitted and are exempt from school fees. Category II pupils are children covered by individual agreements or decisions, each entailing specific rights and obligations for the children concerned, particularly as regards school fees. Category III pupils are children who do not belong to Categories I or II and will be admitted to a limited extent under the ESM admission policy approved by the Board of Governors of the European Schools in December 2023. The Director shall decide within the regular intake procedure on pupil enrolment taking into account the present enrolment policy and instructions. To start the application process, complete and submit the online declaration of interest; we will contact you as soon as possible. For questions concerning enrolment, contact Loretta Bettoni (Tel.: +49 (0)89 62816-203; E-Mail: LIST-MUN-SECRETARIAT-SECONDARY-CYCLE(at)eursc(dot)eu).

Waitlist

No waiting list.

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Japanische Internationale Schule München

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour Basic

Instructs in Japanese

Ages 3 - 15 years

Pupils 177

Type Co-educational

Japanische Internationale Schule München is a private Japanese international school in Munich serving students aged 6 to 15. The school follows a unified elementary and middle school curriculum defined by Japan's MEXT and is approved by the Bavarian state. German language instruction and local understanding education are integral, with English taught through team‑teaching with an AET. Elementary classes run 45 minutes and middle school classes 50 minutes, while weekly hours are 30 in elementary and 32 in middle school. Founded in 1994, the school operates as a registered association (e.V.) under VR 14700 and is led by Administrative Director Miki Saito. The Bleyerstr. 4 campus in Munich provides a peaceful environment, one tablet per student, whiteboards and projectors, and ICT integrated across lessons. The school collaborates with local schools and external instructors to support language development and intercultural understanding, including Japanese cultural events and exchanges with Japanese associations for families.

Location

Bleyerstraße 4, 81371 Munich, Germany. The school is located in Munich, Germany.

Stages

Integrated elementary and middle school.

Type

Private Japanese international school.

Additional learning support

Support staff and counselors provide individualized support.

Country affiliation

Japan

School day structure

The school day starts at 8:30–8:45, with elementary 45-minute classes and middle school 50-minute classes. Lunch is from 12:35–13:15, and the day ends around 15:55; a 7th period runs 15:05–15:55 on Wednesdays and Thursdays, but not on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Fridays. After-school care and activities are available, and a paid school bus serves all students for commuting.

Bus service

A paid school bus is available for all students for commuting to and from school.

Application and enrolment fees

- Entrance fee: EUR 50 per child, one-time at enrolment.
- Association (membership) fee: EUR 0 per family at joining.
- Annual association fee: EUR 0 per family per year.
- Trial / short-term admission activity fee: EUR 150 per child (charged for any trial admission; this activity fee is payable upon acceptance to a trial place and is non-refundable).

Tuition fees (by year group and billing unit)

- Single monthly rate for all year groups: EUR 460 per child per month. The school applies the same tuition amount to both the elementary (primary) and middle (lower secondary) sections.
- Per-term / per-year detail: the school lists tuition as a monthly amount (EUR 460/month). An annual total can be calculated arithmetically from that monthly rate (for example, EUR 460 × 12 = EUR 5,520 as a 12-month arithmetic total); the institution's published information presents the fee as a monthly charge rather than an explicit per-term or fixed annual figure.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is stated as a monthly charge (EUR 460 per month per child). The publicly available enrollment material presents the tuition on a per-month basis.
- The school issues tuition payment documentation used for German tax purposes (Schulgeldbescheinigung) and tuition payments made to the school are eligible for a tax deduction treatment described in the school's FAQ (the school notes that 30% of paid tuition can be treated as a special expense for German income tax filings and that the school can provide the required certificate).

Boarding / accommodation fees

- There are no boarding or residential facilities listed; the school operates as a day school. School transport is available via a School Bus Users Club (SUC) run separately by parents; bus use is a paid service outside of the monthly tuition and is managed by the SUC. No boarding fees apply.

Other costs and routine additional charges

- School supplies and equipment: families are expected to provide standard school supplies (bags, stationery, sports shoes, water bottle, some musical instruments, calligraphy/brush supplies for certain grades, etc.). The school publishes a year- and grade-specific list of required items; costs for these items are borne by families and are not shown as a single consolidated amount in the school materials. There is no school-mandated uniform purchase listed; physical-education clothing is described as free choice.
- School bus: the school bus service is operated by a parent-run School Bus Users Club (SUC) and is chargeable to users; bus fees are managed separately by that organisation.
- Extra activities / field trips / off-site learning: individual excursions or offsite activities may carry separate charges when they occur; the trial admission note specifically states some external activity costs and that the trial activity fee is not refundable if the trial is terminated for operational reasons.

Refund information

- Trial / short-term admission activity fee (EUR 150) is explicitly non-refundable in the school's trial-admission terms.
- The school's published materials do not provide a separate, detailed general tuition refund policy for mid-term withdrawal or pro-rata refunds; only the trial-admission non-refundable statement and standard enrolment notes are published alongside the stated monthly tuition.

Fee payment options

- Publicly available school materials present the tuition amount and enrolment fees but do not specify accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, direct debit, or credit card) or the precise invoicing mechanics in the published enrolment pages. Families should note that the school provides contact details and an office for administrative enquiries.

Other relevant fee provisions

- Income-based tuition reduction: a tuition reduction measure is available for households with a pre-tax worldwide annual income at or below EUR 80,000; families receiving an employer education allowance for their child are not eligible for this reduction.
- Tax treatment: tuition paid to the school can be treated under German tax rules with the school able to issue the Schulgeldbescheinigung required for claiming the tax benefit described in the FAQ.

(If any specific numeric detail—for example exact bus fees, pro-rata refund rules, the school's invoicing months for the academic year, or accepted payment channels—is required, those items are not specified in the school's publicly posted enrolment and admissions pages and therefore are not included above.)

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school emphasizes enjoyable, student-centered learning with student-led events. Elementary students participate in vertical activities; middle school students engage in club activities and joint learning. It promotes life skills through a teacher-student approach, supported by counselors and other support staff, with collaboration with local schools and the Japanese supplementary school. ICT is used to enable personalized learning, with one tablet per student and classroom whiteboards and projectors, plus ICT-related professional development. It strengthens German and English language instruction, with German taught systematically and English taught through team-teaching with AET. It emphasizes Japanese language, culture, and traditions as part of the curriculum and through culturally appropriate events.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school provides detailed support by counselors and support staff. It collaborates with local schools and the Japanese supplementary school, and lessons may be delivered by external instructors.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

German language instruction is systematically taught with Bavarian state authorization. English is taught through team-teaching with AET. The mother tongue Japanese is maintained as a foundation for learning, supporting bilingual development. The language curriculum aims to develop strong German, English, and Japanese language skills across subjects. Language development is integrated across the school program.

Mental Wellbeing

The school publishes a Health Newsletter and a Principal's Newsletter to support student well-being. Topics include infection prevention and general well-being. A February issue focuses on avoiding stress for students living abroad. The Health Newsletter and Principal's Newsletter provide well-being information for families. Content is accessible through the Parent Portal.

Admissions

New enrollment and transfer procedures: If you wish to enroll or transfer to Munich Japanese International School, please read the notes below and contact us by email or phone first. Then apply via the New Enrollment and Transfer Application link.

New enrollment: Required documents: proof of measles vaccination (two doses) from the health booklet or vaccination booklet; enrollment guidance from the local German health office (if such guidance has been issued); if you have received notice of a pre-enrollment health examination from the German health office, please undergo the examination and submit the certificate.

Transfer enrollment: From Japan: obtain a textbook issuance certificate from the current school and receive new textbooks from the Overseas Children Education Promotion Foundation; if you have documents from the current school, bring them unopened.
From outside Japan: if you are attending a Japanese school or supplementary school abroad, textbooks are generally the same; around the time of the new academic year or lower-volume textbook distribution for elementary grades, obtain them at your place of residence prior to moving.

All guardians of transfer applicants are asked to respond.

Note: The school teaches in Japanese based on the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology guidelines; German instruction is not provided.

A February information session is held; for other admission times, individual explanations will be provided.

For transfer applicants from local or international schools, an interview will be conducted. For students requiring special accommodations, the Admissions Support Committee will consider whether safety and learning guarantees can be provided. If there is false information, enrollment may be canceled. If necessary, the school may contact the previous school or related agencies with parental consent. For students with physical disabilities where independent participation in school life is not feasible, admission may not be possible.

Enrollment procedures: If you are applying for enrollment, please contact us in advance and follow the notes in the Special Accommodations section as applicable.

Special accommodations notes: If the student has previously used language support, therapy centers, or similar services, or if there were prior individualized supports at the previous school, please specify details in the notes.

Enrollment for students with special needs: The school may require documents such as a diagnosis letter from a medical institution in Japan; or an expert opinion (Gutachten) with the original and an official translation; copies of disability certificates (Schwerbehindertenausweis); and other relevant materials from the previous school.

Enrollment fees: Tuition 460 EUR per month; Enrollment fee 50 EUR (per enrollment); Membership fee 0 EUR; Annual fee 0 EUR. If the family's income for the previous year is 80,000 EUR or less (pre-tax, worldwide), tuition reductions apply according to the reduction table. If an employer provides child education allowances, the reductions do not apply.

Trial enrollment: For those wishing to experience enrollment, the aim is to allow Munich-area Japanese children to experience life at a school and facilitate transitions to Japanese schools upon return. Period: generally up to two weeks. Procedure: Submit the Trial Enrollment Application below; with principal's approval to participate. A per-student activity fee of 150 EUR applies regardless of the number of days. During the trial, certain activities may be restricted; school insurance may not cover injuries; materials used may not be provided; no progress reports or notices will be sent home. If admission during the trial would significantly disrupt ongoing school activities, the principal may terminate the trial even during the period, and the 150 EUR activity fee is non-refundable. School bus usage is not available.

Trial enrollment forms and further details are available via the Trial Enrollment Application link.

Scholarships

Tuition reductions are available for families with last year's income of 80,000 EUR or less (pre-tax, worldwide). Reductions are applied according to the school's discount schedule. If the family receives an employer-provided child education allowance, the reduction does not apply.

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Jules Verne Campus

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour None

Instructs in German, English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Jules Verne Campus Munich is a state-approved, non-profit gGmbH offering Kindergarten, Elementary School and Grammar School under a single educational concept. The Bavarian curriculum forms the foundation, with English instruction and immersion. In Elementary School, two guides, German- and English-speaking, support bilingual learning, often with parallel lessons. In Grammar School, subjects are taught in English immersion, with German used as appropriate. The campus emphasizes movement and sport as part of daily learning, guided by a Sports Coordinator, and a designed environment with rooms named after Jules Verne books. Facilities include a tree house library, an art studio, learning studios and the Oasis dining hall. Outdoor spaces feature a football field, climbing frame and bouldering wall. After-school Hort runs to 5:30 pm with options such as créAktiva. Distinctive programs include Curiosology and créAktiva, with Future Skills and coaching to foster independent learning and social-emotional development. Abitur follows the Bavarian Gymnasium standard.

Location

Jules Verne Campus is located at Bayerwaldstraße 8, 81737 München, in Munich-Altperlach. It unites four bilingual educational institutions under one roof: a state-approved Elementary School and Grammar School with all-day lessons, a Kindergarten and a Hort for after-school care.

Stages

Kindergarten; Elementary School; Grammar School; Hort

Type

State-approved Elementary School and Grammar School with all-day lessons; Kindergarten; Hort; bilingual education

Country affiliation

Germany

School day structure

All-day lessons (full-day schedule)

Application / registration fees

- A non-refundable registration fee of EUR 199.00 is charged for participation in an Admission Day or Visitation Day (applies to Kindergarten, Elementary and Grammar School admission steps where specified).

- A one-time, non-refundable admission fee is charged upon offer of a place. For the Kindergarten the admission fee is EUR 630.00. For Elementary School and Grammar School the admission fee equals one month's individual tuition for positive annual incomes under EUR 50,000, and 2.5 times the monthly tuition for positive annual incomes over EUR 50,000 (tuition for these schools is income‑dependent).

Tuition and core fees (by school type / year groups)

- Kindergarten (monthly, by booking category):
- 4 to 5 hours a day: EUR 630.00 per month.
- 5 to 6 hours a day: EUR 703.00 per month.
- 6 to 7 hours a day: EUR 776.00 per month.
- 7 to 8 hours a day: EUR 849.00 per month.
- 8 to 9 hours a day: EUR 922.00 per month.
- 9 to 10 hours a day: EUR 995.00 per month.
- An annual development contribution of EUR 189.00 applies in addition to the monthly Kindergarten fee.
(These Kindergarten fees are already reduced by the City of Munich subsidy of EUR 100.00 per month where applicable.)

- Elementary School and Grammar School (tuition basis and year-group detail):
- Tuition for Elementary School and Grammar School is calculated on an income‑dependent basis (monthly amount determined from the positive annual income of the child's legal guardians); the school provides a tuition calculator for the correct bracket. Monthly tuition amounts are averaged over 12 months (see billing schedule). Specific fixed monthly tuition tables per year group are not published as flat rates; amounts are individual and determined through the school's income-based calculation.

Additional recurring services and per-child extras

- Catering (lunch + snacks): EUR 170.00 per month.

- Hort (after-school care) for school children (pedagogical care until 17:30, 5 days a week):
- Elementary School Hort: EUR 229.00 per month plus an annual development fee of EUR 249.00.
- Grammar School Hort: EUR 203.00 per month plus an annual development fee of EUR 249.00.
- Hort fees include holiday‑time care as stated (with specified exceptions).

- Shuttlebus (monthly, distance-based): ranges from EUR 308.80 to EUR 410.80 per month depending on distance category.

- créAktiva plus or individual music lessons and other individually booked talent development offers: charged additionally when booked.

- Books, digital media and class excursions are charged separately and are not included in the tuition.

- Sibling discount: 5% discount on school and Kindergarten fees for each additional sibling enrolled at the Campus.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- All fees based on a mixed calculation and must be paid in full for the period booked; monthly contributions are averaged over 12 months for the school year (August 1 to July 31) and therefore invoiced/collected across 12 months, including vacation periods.

- Before the first payment deadline the school issues an annual cost statement of all regular services for the relevant school year. The first invoice typically comprises the tuition, the admission fee and the school development fee as set out in the contract. Additional services booked via the service contract (e.g., food package, shuttle bus, Hort) are invoiced separately; additional fee-based services are invoiced quarterly.

- The monthly tuition amount for Elementary/Grammar is determined from annual income documentation (income tax assessment for two years prior). A provisional tuition may be charged if required documentation is not yet available; parents must submit proof of income by the stated deadlines or the highest income bracket may be applied for recalculation.

Boarding

- Boarding is not provided at Jules Verne Campus. The Campus comprises Kindergarten, Elementary School (Grundschule), Grammar School (Gymnasium) and Hort (after‑school care); no boarding program or boarding fees apply.

Other one-off or occasional fees and charges

- Registration/Admission: registration (EUR 199.00, non-refundable) and admission fee (non-refundable; Kindergarten EUR 630.00 or calculated admission fee in Elementary/Grammar as noted above).

- Holiday Club / missed-day charge in Hort: EUR 38.00 per missed holiday-club day when a child is registered but does not attend (unless officially registered sick for that day).

- Late collection fees (Hort / Kindergarten): first instance EUR 35.00 for every hour begun; second instance EUR 70.00 per hour begun; third instance EUR 150.00 per hour begun; repeated late pickups may be grounds for contract cancellation.

Refunds, contract termination and notice

- Registration fees and the admission fee are described as non‑refundable (admission fee covers administrative costs).

- Ordinary termination: termination of school and service contracts requires a notice period of 12 weeks to the contract cut‑off dates (January 31 and July 31). If notice is received after the stated deadline, school and service fees must be paid until July 31 of the school year even if the child leaves earlier. If a contract is booked or a child joins by October 15 of a school year the contract is deemed concluded on August 1 of that school year; fees are waived for the period between the start of the school year and the child's actual entry.

Fee payment methods

- The publicly available admissions and parent‑information documents set out invoicing timing and contractual terms but do not list explicit payment methods (for example: direct debit, SEPA, bank transfer, credit card). Billing is handled via formal annual cost statements and invoices as described above; the school's accounting contacts handle payments per the contract. For payment‑method details, parents complete contract paperwork and receive the invoice that specifies payment instructions.

Final practical points

- Monthly fee figures for Kindergarten, Hort, catering and shuttle bus are published as fixed monthly amounts; Elementary School and Grammar School tuition is income‑based and therefore set individually by the school's tuition calculator and documentation rules. A sibling discount of 5% applies. The first invoice includes admission and school development fees; additional services are invoiced separately, usually quarterly.

Note on availability of fixed year‑group tuition tables

- The school publishes fixed monthly prices for Kindergarten and for specific services (Hort, catering, shuttle), and describes how Elementary School and Grammar School tuition is determined (income‑dependent, calculated monthly and averaged over 12 months). No fixed per‑year flat tuition table for each Elementary/Gymnasium year group is published in the public admissions and parent brochure documents; tuition for those schools must be calculated through the school's income‑based process. This summary reflects the publicly available fee information for the 2025–2026 school year and the billing rules described in the school's admissions and parent brochure materials.

Boarding Arrangements

The school has Hort for after-school and holiday care.

Food Options

Freshly prepared meals are provided as part of a balanced health concept, served in the Oasis cafeteria.

House System

A learning house concept underpins campus life, with learning houses and spaces such as the Tree House Library and Air and Moon Lounges; floors are named Core, Sea, Island, Tree, Air and Moon. In Elementary School, there are two learning guides (one German-speaking and one English-speaking), and Grammar School teaches subjects immersionarily in English or German depending on the language of instruction.

Governance and Ownership

Jules Verne Campus gemeinnützige GmbH operates the campus; all institutions are state- or municipal-approved and funded.

Curriculum

Jules Verne Campus Munich comprises Kindergarten, Elementary School, Grammar School and Hort under a single educational concept. Bilingual education is central, with immersion in German and English; Elementary School has two learning guides, one German-speaking and one English-speaking, and lessons are often held in parallel in both languages. In Grammar School, subjects are taught immersively in English and sometimes in German, depending on the language of the learning guide. The campus emphasizes movement and sport within a designed environment, and offers Curiosology (two hours weekly) and the créAktiva program to support interdisciplinary, inquiry-based learning. The schools are aligned with the Bavarian curriculum and are state-approved; teachers are state-recognised; progress is tracked with detailed semester reports from the first year and grades from the second year.

Exam Results

From the first year, a detailed report on performance and development is given at the end of each semester. From the annual report of the second year, the reports are supplemented with school grades.

Gifted and Talented

Individualized learning support is central; learning guides use differentiated methods to accommodate learners' strengths and weaknesses. Two hours of Curiosology weekly offer opportunities to explore interests beyond the curriculum, and the créAktiva program provides weekly courses to develop talents.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The Jules Verne Campus fosters a values-based learning community across Kindergarten, Grundschule and Gymnasium as well as Hort and Administration. The motto is 'Jules Verne Campus: The journey into your future begins here.' The annual theme provides a shared framework for projects, lessons and excursions across all sections. Year groups are mixed and learning is differentiated to support collaboration, mutual support and the development of self-confidence and respect for each learner's strengths. Bilingual immersion is central: German and English are used in daily teaching, with two Lernbegleiter per group (one German-speaking and one native English speaker) to support language development. Families and the wider community are welcomed, and weekly learner values such as courage, curiosity, fairness, empathy and teamwork are highlighted in portraits and through cooperative learning.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Diagnostics of possible learning weaknesses can be conducted at the initiative of Lernbegleiter in coordination with the Grundschule or Gymnasium leadership and the parents. This diagnostic measure is a supportive step and does not replace external therapy, which remains the responsibility of the parents. Individualized support is provided to address learners' needs. Year-group mixing and differentiated learning address learners with varying abilities. In the Grundschule, two learning companions per group provide language support, with one German-speaking and one native English-speaking staff member.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is a core component of the Jules Verne Campus bilingual immersion model. In the Grundschule, two Lernbegleiter per group are assigned (one German-speaking and one native English-speaking) to provide language support within the immersion. Approximately half of the staff come from English-speaking countries, contributing to daily English use and immersion. English is taught as a subject alongside the Bavarian curriculum; the timetable lists English (Englisch) in the early grades. Children learn languages naturally through relationships; language is learned through daily interactions with emotionally connected staff, and they switch languages mid-sentence as needed.

Mental Wellbeing

Jules Verne Campus is designed as a second home where students feel cared for and valued. Meals are prepared on site; the cafeteria, called Oase, serves fresh bio meals and the program has earned the Green Table award for sustainable local options to support wellbeing. Social and emotional learning is fostered through a values-based approach, including weekly themes and Lernbegleiter portraits that highlight qualities such as courage, curiosity, fairness, empathy and teamwork. Engagement with the wider community and parents is encouraged as part of the learning culture, reinforcing social responsibility and a sense of belonging. Behavior that harms the mental or physical welfare of others is not tolerated; safeguarding is embedded in daily rules and staff oversight.

Safeguarding

Access to the campus is restricted to drop-off and pick-up times, with a secure access system to maintain a protected learning environment. Parent access is limited to the reception area unless attending events or handling organizational matters. Not accepted are behaviors that damage the psychological or physical welfare of other children. The school is state-approved and under Bavarian government oversight, with qualified staff and background checks. Internal evaluations and parent surveys are conducted to inform ongoing safeguarding and educational development.

Admissions

1. Attend information evenings to gain a comprehensive overview of Jules Verne Campus. Information evenings are offered for Kindergarten, Elementary School, and Grammar School, and there are Open House Days twice a year for personal discovery tours. You can register for an Open House or view the learning house tour presentation. Attending one information evening on-site or online in the year before enrollment is mandatory before participating in a trial day or Admission Day. The admission process begins with a non-binding registration of your child, which should be completed as early as possible due to high demand.

2. Registration
A. Kindergarten: Parents register online for a Kindergarten place using the non-binding online form. The campus will contact you with a proposed date and invite you and your child to get to know Jules Verne Campus, attend a brief tour, and visit the Kindergarten. Children starting at Jules Verne Kindergarten Preschool may participate in the Open Pearl Afternoon, a small-group activity session with a bilingual team to help assess suitability for the preschool. The Open Pearl Afternoon runs between November and March before the desired entry school year and lasts about 1.5 to 2 hours; parents receive detailed information about the preschool concept and can speak with the KiGa leadership team.
B. Elementary School: For 1st grade, register online via the non-binding digital application form. The school checks whether admission is possible and then offers the opportunity to get to know Jules Verne Campus in a personal setting. 1st graders participate in an Admission Day in the afternoon between November and March before enrollment, lasting about three hours. For 2nd–4th grade, children take part in a Visitation Day, and a one-time, non-refundable registration fee of 199 EUR is due before the Visitation Day.
C. Grammar School: After attending the information evenings, register online for Jules Verne Grammar School via the non-binding application form. Children who have attended Jules Verne Elementary School participate in an internal admissions process, with focus on personal strengths, assessment of learning and grammar school aptitude, and family wishes. A one-time, non-refundable registration fee of 199 EUR is required; if admitted to the Gymnasium, this fee is subtracted. Children from other schools are checked for admission suitability, and a Visitation Day may be required. The prerequisite for the Visitation Day is attending an information evening in the year prior to entry and paying 199 EUR.

3. You will hear from us about your child's admission within about one month. If an admission offer is possible, binding contract documents for a school booking are sent. A contract meeting occurs within 14 days (in person or online) to sign the contract; signed documents may be submitted as part of the process. If there is no response within 14 days, the place is released for another child. To provide planning security, the contract cannot be terminated before the start of the school year. Early applications are given priority.

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Phorms Bilingual School Munich

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour None

Instructs in German, English

Ages 2 - 18 years

Pupils 650

Type Co-educational

Phorms Campus München is a private bilingual full-day school in Munich-Bogenhausen, teaching German-English across Crèche, Kindergarten, Grundschule and Gymnasium. The school offers a German curriculum alongside the International Baccalaureate Diploma, and provides both Bavarian Abitur and IB Diploma programs, with Abitur examinations possible in English for English-taught subjects. It serves ages 2 to 18 and operates a day-long concept with a bilingual learning environment. Approximately 60% of lessons are in English and 40% in German. The campus at Maria-Theresia-Straße 35 features large grounds, a football pitch, climbing frames, and outdoor play equipment; Crèche and Kindergarten occupy a separate villa with a dedicated playground. Modern IT infrastructure and high-speed Wi-Fi enable digital learning, and Phorms Munich holds Digital School status. Notably, Phorms Primary School was recognised as a STEM-Friendly School in 2025. The campus emphasises mentoring, work experience in Year 9, career guidance, and active parental involvement within an all-day community today.

Location

Phorms Campus München is located in the Bogenhausen district of Munich, Germany, at Maria-Theresia-Straße 35, 81675 München. The campus sits in a green, residential area near the English Garden and is easily accessible by public transport, bike, or car.

Stages

Nursery and Kindergarten; Primary School; Gymnasium

Type

Private bilingual full-day school

Additional learning support

Individual instruction and support; small class sizes; teaching assistants in the primary school.

Country affiliation

Germany

School day structure

School day runs from 8:15 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; after-school care begins at 3:45 p.m.; after-school programs are available for Grundschule and Gymnasium.

Bus service

Public transport access: Bus 54, 58, 68, 154, 187; Tram 17; Tram 37; U4 and U5; nearest stops Mauerkircherstraße and Sternwartstraße; about a five-minute walk from stops.

Overview of the fee model

Phorms Campus Munich charges income-related tuition that is calculated separately for each educational level (crèche / kindergarten, primary school, secondary / Gymnasium). Tuition is expressed as a monthly contribution and the calculation uses gross annual income from the year before last as the basis for the contribution.

Application and one‑off admission fees

- A one‑off administrative / enrolment fee is charged at the time the school contract is signed. For the Phorms fee model used at other Phorms campuses this administrative fee is commonly set at 2.5 times the applicable monthly tuition contribution (a reduced amount may apply for reduced-fee categories).

Tuition fees by school level and how they are expressed

- Fee structure by level: fees are handled separately for crèche/kindergarten, primary (Grundschule) and secondary (Gymnasium). Each level has its own contribution scale tied to household gross income. The school issues a personalised monthly contribution for the child's specific year group and level.

- How to read amounts: tuition is expressed as a monthly contribution. The annual tuition equals the monthly amount multiplied across the school year (the school treats the annual tuition as a contribution spread into monthly instalments). To obtain a per‑term amount, multiply the monthly contribution by the number of months covered by that term.

- Income basis and timing: the basis for calculating the contribution is the household's positive gross annual income from the year before last (for the 2025/26 school year that means 2023 income is used). This same method is applied across the different school levels.

- Sibling discount: a sibling discount is offered; Phorms Munich's published information notes a family discount on monthly fees (a commonly stated figure for the campus is a 15% sibling discount applied to the monthly contribution).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Billing rhythm: tuition is treated as an annual contribution divided into monthly instalments (twelve monthly payments for the school year), with the first instalment due at the beginning of the school year. The one‑off administrative/enrolment fee is due at contract signing.

- Mid‑year starts: where children start partway through a school year, tuition is handled on a monthly basis so the payable tuition for that year reflects the months attended (monthly contribution logic applies).

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not part of Phorms Campus Munich's offer; the campus comprises crèche, kindergarten, primary and secondary day provision and does not operate a boarding facility. No boarding fees apply.

Other compulsory or regular additional costs

- Meals and catering: lunch and catering costs are charged in addition to the monthly tuition where applicable (arrangements and registration for catering are handled separately).

- Material / curricular contributions: an annual material contribution or similar charges are applied in some levels (for example in crèche, kindergarten and Gymnasium) to cover teaching materials, exam registration or subject certificate costs.

- Exam and qualification costs: charges for external registration (for example IB registration or subject exam fees) and other assessment costs may be invoiced in addition to tuition.

- Trips, clubs and extracurriculars: costs for excursions, class trips, optional after‑school clubs and some extracurricular offerings are charged separately. There are published club and activity programmes with their own participation fees.

- School clothing / uniform: costs for mandatory or recommended school clothing / starter sets and associated one‑time purchases may be charged; these are additional to tuition and material contributions.

Refunds and cancellations

- Administrative/enrolment fee: the administrative fee is payable with contract signing; under the Phorms fee model this fee is collected at signing and treated as an up‑front contractual charge. Policies about refundability of that fee and of tuition on withdrawal are governed by the school's contractual terms; tuition is structured as an annual contribution in twelve monthly instalments. Expect the administrative fee to be dealt with under the contract terms.

Fee payment options

- Invoicing and payment method: tuition and ancillary charges are invoiced and handled via the school's finance procedures; for Phorms campuses the common operating practice is to collect tuition by regular bank‑based payment methods (bank transfer or SEPA direct debit) and to issue invoices for the scheduled instalments. Acceptance of card payments or other methods may vary by campus or for specific one‑off charges. Parents make arrangements with the school's finance office for the chosen payment method.

Key practical points you will need when preparing a precise fee entry

- The campus issues a personalised monthly contribution per child (amount depends on household gross income and the child's school level). Multiply that monthly contribution to create annual and term amounts for database display (annual = 12 x monthly; term = monthly x months in the term). The campus provides a contribution calculator and a defined income reference year to determine which income band applies.

- Expect the one‑off administrative/enrolment fee (commonly 2.5 x one month's contribution under the group fee model) to appear on the first invoice; additional recurring items such as catering, materials, exam fees and club fees are invoiced separately.

If you need these items presented in a specific currency format or as separate per‑level example entries, the campus provides the exact monthly contribution for each family and year group using the stated income basis and contribution calculator.

Uniform Requirement

The school has a uniform. Tops or dresses and sportswear are compulsory; other garments may be chosen individually. The uniform can be ordered online.

Food Options

Lunch is provided by Organic Garden, a local organic caterer, with fresh meals prepared daily for Phorms Munich. Vegetarian options are available.

Governance and Ownership

Phorms Campus München is a private, state-recognised Ersatzschule in freier Trägerschaft der Phorms Bavaria gGmbH. The campus comprises PhorMinis München (bilingual nursery/kindergarten), Phorms München Primary School, and Phorms Munich Gymnasium.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Phorms Munich Primary School fosters social and emotional development within a safe, valued environment. Students develop curiosity, empathy, and persistence. There are two teachers in every class, one native German speaker and one native English speaker, ensuring language support and individual attention. German and English are used as everyday languages, reinforcing bilingual social interaction. The campus offers all-day access from 8:00 am to 6:30 pm, supporting routine and community.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school teaches in German and English, using both languages as everyday languages. Each primary class has two teachers, one native German speaker and one native English speaker, providing bilingual instruction and language support. English language learning is integrated into daily lessons through this bilingual approach.

Admissions

Year 5
1. Non-binding Online Enquiry: Start by submitting the non-binding Online Enquiry. You receive a confirmation email. The admissions process begins in October of the year prior to the desired start date, and you are contacted by email with details about the admission timeline, the required documents and events.
2. Application: In October before the start date, submit application documents (questionnaire, school reports, income documentation for calculating income-based tuition). The deadline is mid-March.
3. Introductory Meeting: School leadership reviews the complete application to determine whether academic requirements for enrolment are met. If met, you and your child are invited to an introductory meeting.
4. Admission Offers: Offers of admission are sent by email at the end of April, depending on the number of places available.
Year 6 and onwards
5. Non-binding Online Enquiry: Start by filling out the non-binding Online Enquiry. You receive a confirmation email and will be contacted about the next steps in the application process.
6. Application: Submit application documents (questionnaire, school reports, income documentation for calculating income-based tuition).
7. Introductory Meeting: School leadership reviews the documents to determine whether academic requirements for enrolment are met. If met, you are invited to an introductory meeting.
8. Trial Days and Entrance Exams: If both sides wish to continue, your child is invited to a trial week to participate in regular lessons. The dates for the introductory meeting and the trial days can be arranged flexibly. If necessary, entrance exams may be required (e.g. when transferring from a different school system).

Scholarships

The school offers a School Fee Subsidy (Schulgeldersatz) funded per student according to Article 47 BaySCHFG in conjunction with §22 AVBaySCHFG. The subsidy amount is currently €110 and is deducted from the monthly tuition.

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