Phorms Bilingual School Berlin - Prenzlauer Berg

Phorms Berlin Prenzlauer Berg is located in Berlin, Prenzlauer Berg, between Landsberger Allee and Storkower Straße, near Velodrom. It is centrally located and accessible by car, train, bicycle and bus. The campus is close to Blankensteinpark and Volkspark Prenzlauer Berg, offering convenient access and nearby green spaces.

Kindergarten and Primary School.

Bilingual German-English campus serving kindergarten and primary education.

Individual support with remedial lessons and the revolving door extended-learning model.

Full-day care with an engaging afternoon programme.

Phorms Berlin Prenzlauer Berg offers a bilingual German-English program for nursery and primary students. From age two, children are immersed in a German-English environment with native-speaking teachers guiding learning in both languages through immersion. The campus currently teaches year 1–3 in a consistently bilingual setting with a child-centered approach and a focus on applied skills, critical thinking and collaboration. The program emphasizes language development and intercultural understanding through project-based and collaborative learning, supported by a diverse afternoon program and a revolving-door extended-learning model. Abitur results are above average, reflecting strong academic outcomes within the Phorms network.

Class sizes are balanced; not more than 24 children in primary school. An optimal teacher-student ratio enables individualized support.

Abitur results are above average.

Abilities are identified early and fostered through remedial lessons and the revolving-door extended-learning model. An engaging afternoon programme and various competitions further enhance learning.

SEAL (Social Emotional Aspects of Learning) is taught in the primary school afternoon timetable. The school emphasizes a bilingual, inclusive community and uses group and project work to strengthen collaboration, self-confidence, and social skills. Children learn in a bilingual environment with native-speaking teachers guiding learning in German and English, which supports intercultural understanding. The approach focuses on personal development through hands-on, collaborative activities and language-rich experiences. This environment aims to nurture resilience, empathy, and confidence within a bilingual setting.

Two educational specialists per class provide targeted, individual development support. Small-group targeted assistance helps children learn at their own pace, while inclusive projects and diverse teaching methods support a wide range of abilities. A tailored remedial programme addresses specific needs in German (DaZ) and English (ESL), with DaZ and ESL teachers collaborating with subject teachers and the support coordinator. The school coordinates language support with the broader classroom to ensure coherent progress. The overall structure supports inclusive education and differentiated learning pathways.

German and English are taught as equal campus languages with immersion facilitated by native-speaking teachers. Instruction occurs in both languages, enabling holistic language learning and bilingual proficiency by the end of primary school. Additional language support is provided through DaZ (German as a Second Language) and ESL (English as a Second Language) programmes, staffed by dedicated teachers who collaborate with subject teachers. Multilingualism is a core focus, reflecting the school's bilingual model and intercultural emphasis.

SEAL and social-emotional learning are integrated into the curriculum, supporting emotional development alongside academic growth. Group and project work foster collaboration, empathy, and self-confidence, helping students navigate social dynamics. After-school care provides a stable, supervised environment with routines up to 18:00, contributing to students' wellbeing and security. The bilingual, intercultural setting nurtures tolerance, respect for others, and emotional resilience. The school aims to create a safe, supportive space where students can express themselves and grow emotionally.

The school presents a safe and secure learning environment with guaranteed teaching and no cancelled lessons. A safe space to learn and grow is emphasized throughout the school's approach. After-school and holiday programmes extend supervision and routines to ensure safeguarding beyond the school day. Attentive staff and a child-centered approach support learners' wellbeing and safety, with consistent structures and supervision throughout the day.

Registration is quick and easy—complete the online form in five minutes. After the required supporting documents are received and space is confirmed, the admission process begins, tailored to the specific class level. Two trial days offer beginners the chance to see the school in action. Admission from second grade includes two trial days in the target class and a personal discussion with you and your family. We inform you by email whether we can offer a place and send contract documents by email for digital signing. Career changers are welcome if places are available, and trial days and a personal meeting can be arranged at short notice. The class size in primary school is not more than 24 children. Sibling discounts apply: the eldest pays full monthly fee, the second receives 25%, the third 50%, and the fourth and all subsequent children receive 75% off.

Scholarships recognise outstanding academic and social achievements. The scholarship is valid for one school year and can provide up to €150 per month. This opportunity is exclusively available to students at Phorms schools in Berlin who have been enrolled with us for at least one year.