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SIS Swiss International School Regensburg

Instructs in German, English

Ages 3 - null years

Fees €6,972 - 9,804

Pupils 279

Type Co-educational

The SIS Swiss International School Regensburg is a private, day school offering a bilingual international education in English and German across Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary levels. Located in the Prüfening district of Regensburg, the campus has classrooms and teaching technology and is accessible by public transport. The school delivers an international, bilingual curriculum culminating in International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, and allows students to pursue either the German Abitur or the IB, enabling whichever path they choose. Native-speaking teachers implement the bilingual concept within a diverse international community, with language acquisition started early under expert guidance. A signature feature is the SIS Student Exchange Programme, offering study opportunities at SIS schools abroad. In addition to core academics, the school offers lunch, supervision, before/after-school care, and a range of clubs, from arts and culture to sports and leadership. The school emphasizes continuity from Kindergarten to College and participation in a SIS network.

Location

SIS Regensburg is located in the Prüfening district in the west of Regensburg, Germany, and is easily accessible by public transport.

Stages

Kindergarten; Primary School; Secondary School; International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).

Type

Private day school; bilingual.

Pupil Nationality Mix

279 enrolled students; 30+ nationalities represented.

Country affiliation

Germany (Bavaria).

School day structure

Day school with lunch, homework supervision, before- and after-school care, and flexible drop-off and pick-up times.

Application / Entrance Fee

- One-time entrance fee for Preschool: EUR 750. This fee is due upon signing the preschool contract and is non-refundable.
- One-time entrance fee for Primary and Secondary School: EUR 850. This fee is due upon signing the school contract and is non-refundable.

Tuition — Preschool (Kindergarten) — School Year 2026/27

- Fees are charged as monthly average rates based on 12 months per year. Payment of preschool fees is required one semester in advance.
- Monthly tuition by booked hours of supervision per day:
- 4–5 hours: EUR 389 per month.
- 5–6 hours: EUR 429 per month.
- 6–7 hours: EUR 467 per month.
- 7–8 hours: EUR 507 per month.
- 8–9 hours: EUR 545 per month.
- More than 9 hours: EUR 581 per month.
- Parent government grant (if applicable) is taken into account on invoices for preschool; the grant amount used in the price list is EUR 100 per month (where eligibility applies).

Tuition — Primary and Secondary School — School Year 2026/27

- Monthly tuition rates (cover tuition, study time and supervision from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.):
- Primary School (Grades 1–4): EUR 677 per month.
- Secondary School (Grades 5–10): EUR 779 per month.
- Upper Secondary (Grades 11–13): EUR 817 per month.
- Textbooks are included in the tuition fees. Assessment fees for the IB Diploma (Grade 13) and costs for class trips/excursions are not covered by the tuition and are charged separately.

Per-semester and per-year calculations (based on the monthly rates above)

- Calculation basis: monthly rate × 6 = one semester; monthly rate × 12 = one full year (payments are calculated on a 12‑month basis including holidays). Examples:
- Primary (Grades 1–4): EUR 677 × 6 = EUR 4,062 per semester; EUR 677 × 12 = EUR 8,124 per year.
- Secondary (Grades 5–10): EUR 779 × 6 = EUR 4,674 per semester; EUR 779 × 12 = EUR 9,348 per year.
- Upper Secondary (Grades 11–13): EUR 817 × 6 = EUR 4,902 per semester; EUR 817 × 12 = EUR 9,804 per year.
- Preschool examples use the monthly figures above multiplied by 6 (semester) or 12 (year) as needed.

Optional / Additional Fees and Other Costs

- After School Care (optional): EUR 32 per month for the 4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. slot, charged per weekday booked (monthly fee based on one weekday). Booking of specific weekdays is fixed for at least one semester.
- Hot lunch: available from an external provider and charged separately. Hot lunch fees are excluded from the tuition and sibling‑discount calculations.
- Class trips, excursions and IB assessment fees (Grade 13) are not covered by tuition and are billed separately.
- Administration fee for changes to invoicing or payment arrangements: EUR 50 per invoice line (per change).
- Sibling discount: 10% reduction on tuition fees for the second and third enrolled child. The one-time entrance fee and additional services (hot lunch, extracurricular services) are excluded from the sibling discount.
- Textbooks are included in tuition; optional services and external provisions remain additional costs.

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms

- Fees are presented as monthly averages based on 12 months per year; fees are therefore due across 12 months, including holiday periods.
- Payment timing: fees must be paid one semester in advance (semester periods are Sep 1–Feb 28/29 and Mar 1–Aug 31).
- Monthly payment option: available but subject to a 3% surcharge on each monthly payment.
- Annual payment option: an advanced payment covering the whole school year is offered with a 2% discount.
- Changes to the chosen payment mode after enrollment incur a EUR 50 administration fee per invoice line.

Boarding

- SIS Regensburg operates as a day school; boarding is not applicable.

Refunds and Non‑Refundable Items

- The one-time entrance fee for both preschool (EUR 750) and primary/secondary (EUR 850) is non-refundable and is due on signing the contract.
- Costs that may be charged separately (for example class trips, IB exam fees) are not covered by tuition and are billed as incurred; specific refund or reimbursement rules for such items are defined in the school contract.

Fee Payment Arrangements / Payment Methods

- The school and parents agree on the preferred payment mode at enrollment. Changes to payment mode are subject to an administration fee. Specific accepted payment instruments (for example bank transfer vs. card) are arranged directly with the school during the admissions/enrollment process.

Notes on State Support

- State subsidies are applied where applicable: a preschool parental grant (shown as EUR 100/month where relevant) is deducted on invoices if eligibility criteria are met; a state subsidy for secondary students (EUR 77/month) is included in the tuition calculations where applicable.

Summary of key numeric items (monthly list)

- Preschool one-time entrance fee: EUR 750.
- Preschool monthly tuition (by supervision hours): EUR 389 — EUR 581.
- Primary (Grades 1–4) monthly tuition: EUR 677.
- Secondary (Grades 5–10) monthly tuition: EUR 779.
- Upper Secondary (Grades 11–13) monthly tuition: EUR 817.
- Primary/Secondary one-time entrance fee: EUR 850.
- After School Care (4–5 p.m., per weekday): EUR 32 per month.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

An open, welcoming school space is provided for students, staff, parents and guests, creating a pleasant overall environment. The learning environment is described as open, multicultural and nurturing. Significant school events and activities are regularly held and shared across SIS schools worldwide. SIS International Activities promote international exchange through events such as the SIS Cup and the Intercountry Activity. Sports days, winter and summer festivals, and holiday celebrations are integral parts of the calendar. Lunch, homework supervision, before- and after-school care, flexible drop-off and pick-up times, and after-school clubs support a varied and supportive daily routine.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Subjects are taught at all levels in German and English, with bilingual learning from kindergarten through to secondary. The bilingual kindergarten uses an immersion approach to help children engage with a new language. In the primary school, students develop high-level language skills in both German and English. In the secondary school, German and English are languages of instruction, with French as a second foreign language from Year 6 and Spanish from Year 8. A double diploma option is available, combining German Abitur with the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma.

Mental Wellbeing

The school describes an open, multicultural and nurturing learning environment that supports student well-being. This supportive atmosphere is reinforced by a varied program of events and international activities that foster belonging and personal growth. Learning spaces include a library, cantine, and study and relaxation rooms, providing environments conducive to mental well-being. The campus offers facilities such as a gym and outdoor spaces that promote physical activity and social interaction. The community emphasizes teamwork and cultural exchange to cultivate resilience and social-emotional development.

Facilities Overview

Located in the Prüfening district in the west of Regensburg and easily accessible by public transport. The school is the only bilingual school in Eastern Bavaria, with native-speaking teachers implementing the bilingual concept amidst an international community. The classrooms and special-purpose rooms are equipped with contemporary infrastructure and advanced teaching technology. Language acquisition begins early and is carefully guided by experts in a natural environment, leading to lifelong competence. German Abitur or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme are available, enabling students to pursue the educational path of their choice.

Academic Facilities

Academic Offer includes Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). The classrooms and special-purpose rooms are equipped with contemporary infrastructure and advanced teaching technology. Language acquisition begins early and is guided by experts in a natural environment, leading to lifelong competence. The bilingual concept is implemented by native-speaking teachers within an international community. Students can pursue either German Abitur or the International Baccalaureate Diploma to follow their chosen educational path.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Lunch is offered, with homework supervision and before and after school care. Flexible drop-off and pick-up times are available, and there is a variety of after-school activities and clubs. SIS Regensburg offers the SIS Student Exchange Programme, allowing study at another SIS school abroad. The school supports a range of extracurricular activities through its student life program.

Academic & Intellectual

The school offers a range of extracurricular activities and clubs for students of all ages, designed to complement school work or provide a change from the regular academic programme. Clubs cover many activities and can be booked for one semester. The costs of these clubs are not included in the school fees. For more detailed information, contact the school office.

Arts & Creative

Intercountry Activity includes art-related projects and events, including a digital exhibition with sustainable art. Artworks are showcased during exhibitions, and students engage in creative projects linked to intercultural programmes. Ozobot programming and IT activities are part of creative learning experiences. The school fosters creativity through collaborative art-based initiatives within its international exchange activities.

Cultural & Language

SIS International Activities promote international exchange, with events such as the SIS Cup and Intercountry Activity providing shared experiences beyond a single school. Previous Intercountry Activity offerings have included international math days, a gift exchange, a storytelling exchange, a photo campaign, an IT activity with Ozobots and a digital art exhibition. The SIS Student Exchange Programme offers opportunities to study at another SIS school abroad. The SIS Best Essay Award recognises outstanding theses by SIS graduates.

Social & Hobbies

Clubs for students of all ages provide opportunities to develop interests beyond the core curriculum and to socialise with peers. Before- and after-school care runs from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., with leisure activities such as reading, painting, and outdoor play. After-school clubs can be added to support a varied school day and social engagement. The school also offers lunch, a cantine, and relaxed spaces like the library and playground to support social interaction.

Leadership & Professional

Sports days and the SIS Cup build teamwork and leadership across the student body. The SIS Student Exchange Programme offers study abroad opportunities at another SIS school, broadening leadership and global citizenship. The Best Essay Award recognises outstanding written work by SIS graduates as part of their final assessments.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Before- and after-school care provides care and activities from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., supporting family needs. The cantine offers a hot lunch, and the school's spaces include a library, a laboratory, a cantine, a playground, a gym and study/relaxation rooms. Leisure activities such as reading, painting, and outdoor play are available during care and breaks. The school's environment is designed to support well-being through structured time for both learning and recreation.

Language Provision

German and English are the languages of instruction from kindergarten through secondary. French is offered as a second foreign language from Year 6 and Spanish from Year 8 in secondary. In primary, language development in German and English is central, with a bilingual reading and writing curriculum and subjects taught in both languages. In kindergarten, the bilingual program uses immersion, with English and German spoken by staff and the 'one person – one language' approach.

Bilingual Teaching

English and German bilingual education is provided from kindergarten through secondary school. In kindergarten, English and German are spoken by native-speaking staff, following the 'one person – one language' principle, with language learning through immersion. In primary, each class has both a German-speaking and an English-speaking teacher who alternate instruction in English and German, with core subjects taught in both languages. In secondary, English and German are given equal importance as languages of instruction and interaction, with subject teaching usually in one language for the duration of one school year and efforts to develop bilingual terminology across disciplines.

Immersion Programs

Bilingual immersion begins in kindergarten with English and German spoken by native-speaking staff. The approach uses 'one person – one language' and language is spoken roughly equally, enabling natural bilingual development. In primary, maths and social studies are taught in both languages, and each class has both a German-speaking and an English-speaking teacher who switch to teach in English and German, ensuring daily bilingual immersion. In secondary, English and German are languages of instruction with French as a second foreign language from Year 6 and Spanish from Year 8, complementing the bilingual program.

Admissions

1. Submitting the Registration Form: The registration form is filled out as a first, non-binding step. Registrations are accepted all year round. After receipt of contact details, the school checks the availability of places and contacts the family. If there is currently no place available in the corresponding grade, the child's name is added to the waiting list.

2. Consultation with the School Management: The educational offer matches the child's needs and an interview with a member of the school management is arranged. In preparation for the interview, an application for admission is sent to be filled out and returned. During the interview, questions are clarified and the educational concept is presented; a tour of the school is provided. If visiting in person is not possible, a video conference is offered.

3. Trial Days: The child is welcome to experience the SIS environment for one or two days. The trial days help ensure that the child feels comfortable and provide a first introduction.

4. Signing the School Contract: After receipt and positive assessment of the application for admission, the school contract is drawn up. The contract is signed and returned. Enrollment is completed upon receipt of the signed contract.

Waitlist

If a year group or class is full, SIS schools maintain waiting lists. Inquiries about capacity should be made early, preferably in spring.

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