Compare 5 international schools in Stuttgart, Germany. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 14,408), location, and more to find the right international school now.
International School Stuttgart - Sindelfingen Campus (1985)
About international schools in Stuttgart, Germany
Stuttgart’s international-school scene is relatively small but varied: families can choose an English-medium school that delivers the full International Baccalaureate continuum, bilingual German - English schools that follow both state and international pathways, and a French - German primary section that serves francophone families. English is the dominant language of instruction at the main IB school, while German is taught as a second language and bilingual schools split lessons between German and English; additional modern languages are commonly offered. Annual tuition for day-school international programmes in Stuttgart typically sits in the low-to-mid five-figure euro range for older year groups, though individual school price lists vary and some private or premium options elsewhere in Germany charge noticeably more. Admissions usually run on a mixture of rolling offers and fixed annual intakes for the August/September year start, so families relocating should begin enquiries many months ahead to secure places and to allow for language assessments and document translation.
What curricula will my child find at international schools in Stuttgart?
You will most commonly find the International Baccalaureate programme (PYP, MYP and DP) offered by the English-medium international school, alongside bilingual schools that combine the German state curriculum with international elements. There are also French - German bilingual sections at primary level; fully British or American curriculum schools are more limited in the Stuttgart area, so check each school’s programme and university pathways.
How much should I expect to pay in tuition?
Published fee schedules for the main English-language day school show annual tuition typically in the mid-to-high thousands of euros for primary and secondary years, with upper-secondary (IB Diploma) fees somewhat higher; different providers and age groups produce a broad band of tuition levels. Some specialised or premium international schools elsewhere in Germany publish fees in the mid-€20,000s per year, so compare the school’s full price list for extras such as trips, examinations and after-school care.
When should we apply if we are relocating to Stuttgart?
Many international schools operate rolling admissions but still have a main intake at the start of the German school year in August/September, and popular year groups can fill up early. Start enquiries and submit applications as soon as you know your move date - typically six to twelve months before arrival - to allow time for language assessments, document translation and any visa or vaccination requirements.
What languages are used and what support is available for non-German speakers?
English is the primary language of instruction at the main international IB school, with German taught as an additional language and options for French, Spanish or other modern languages; bilingual schools deliver a significant portion of the timetable in German. Most schools provide English-as-an-additional-language (EAL) support and structured German language classes for newcomers, so ask about EAL and German-acquisition provision and how long pupils are expected to reach grade-level in each language.
How do I choose between an IB international school and a bilingual German pathway?
Decide first on your likely medium-term plans: the IB Diploma is internationally portable and favours families targeting universities outside Germany, while a German state pathway (or bilingual school that leads to the German Abitur) keeps the door open for German universities and local integration. Also consider your child’s current language levels, the school’s language-support services, daily hours and pastoral care, and practicalities like commute, fees and community fit when weighing the two routes.
