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Instructs in German, English, French, Italian, Spanish
Fees €4,370 - 8,358
Ages 4 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2002
Bus Service No
Anastazija Avsec
School Principal
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, French Curriculum, German Curriculum
Taught languages German, English, French, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Finnish, Latin
Strengths Languages, Sport, STEM
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
European School Frankfurt delivers the European Curriculum for ages 4 to 18, culminating in the European Baccalaureate. The school, part of the European Schools network, operates with language policy that assigns a dominant language at enrolment and delivers instruction in official EU languages through mother tongue sections and vehicular language sections. The campus houses nursery through secondary education across two buildings, with a Nursery P1–P2 modular building and a Main Building for Primary and Secondary, plus well-served canteens and a staffed Kiosk. The school offers four language sections—German, English, French and Italian—with Spanish added in 2018, and SWALS available where no language section exists. Facilities include a library serving all taught languages and a range of library events. The KiVa anti-bullying program reinforces wellbeing, while pupils engage in language study, intercultural projects and scientific work through project-based activities, theatre, music, art and sport. The school supports students through after-school programs.
Praunheimer Weg 126, 60439 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
The Essentials
The European School Frankfurt has instruction in German, English, French, Italian, Spanish.
Location
Praunheimer Weg 126, 60439 Frankfurt am Main, Germany. It is in Frankfurt am Main and part of the European Schools network. The school offers education from nursery to the European Baccalaureate.
Stages
Nursery, Primary, Secondary; European Baccalaureate.
Type
European School (state-funded) run by the governments of EU member states.
Additional learning support
Educational Support is provided with General, Moderate and Intensive levels.
Country affiliation
European School system supervised by the governments of the EU member states.
School day structure
Nursery (N): Mon–Wed 08:25–15:05; Thu–Fri 08:25–12:50. Primary P1–P2: Mon–Wed 08:25–15:05; Thu–Fri 08:25–12:50. Primary P3–P5: Mon–Thu 08:25–15:05; Fri 08:25–12:50. Secondary: Mon–Fri 08:25–16:50. Gates: Gate A (Primary) 07:30–08:45; Gate C (Secondary/Main Building) 07:30–16:00. All buildings open for pupils from 08:05.
Bus service
In the afternoons, transport services information is provided by EuroKids; contact Transport – extra-curricular activities: office@eurokids.gmbh.
Fees
Annual tuition at The European School Frankfurt ranges from EUR 4,370 to EUR 8,358 for 2026/27.
Application fees
- No separate application fee is charged. The school charges annual school fees and mandatory administrative costs as detailed below.
Tuition fees (annual) by school level — School Year 2026/2027
- Nursery (Category III, first child): EUR 4,457.80 per year. - Primary (Category III, first child): EUR 6,129.55 per year. - Secondary (Category III, first child): EUR 8,358.46 per year.
Sibling reductions (Category III)
- 2nd child: reduction of 20% of the regular school fee. - 3rd and each further child: reduction of 40% of the regular school fee.
Mandatory administrative costs and other compulsory charges (per pupil)
- Parents commit to pay the full school fees for the complete school year when enrolling. A non-refundable advance payment equal to 25% of the annual school fees is due by 30 June (date set in the school's billing calendar). The remaining balance for the year is invoiced and charged after the start of the school year. Parents must quote the customer/reference number shown on their invoice when making payments. Children whose fees from the previous year are unpaid, or for whom the advance payment is not made by the stated deadline, will not be permitted to attend classes.
Boarding fees
- No boarding provision applies; there are no boarding fees.
Other costs parents should expect
- Books and materials: charged as variable costs per pupil (book lists and material costs are notified separately). - School trips, extracurricular activities, special projects or optional services may carry additional charges billed separately. - Examination-related costs (e.g., BAC exam fee listed above) and small administrative charges (lost ID, insurance) are invoiced in addition to the school fee.
Refunds and withdrawal
- Notice of withdrawal must be submitted in writing at least two weeks prior to the pupil leaving; the school will confirm withdrawal in writing. If a child is withdrawn during the school year, a percentage of the school fees may be reimbursed, but mandatory administrative costs and the non-refundable 25% advance payment are excluded from any reimbursement.
Fee payment options and invoicing
- The school issues invoices and mandatory administrative-cost invoices by email; each invoice shows a customer/reference number that must be quoted when paying. Payment is to be made using the payment details provided on the invoice; parents should follow the payment instructions on their invoice and observe the stated deadlines. Failure to pay by the deadlines noted on invoices can lead to exclusion from attendance as described above.
Academics
The European School Frankfurt teaches Bespoke Curriculum, French Curriculum, German Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.
Curriculum
The European School Frankfurt offers nursery through secondary education, culminating in the European Baccalaureate. It is part of the European Schools network and provides education in a multicultural and multilingual environment. The European Baccalaureate cycle comprises the two final years of secondary education (S6 and S7). The school follows the European Schools language policy, assigning a dominant language (L1) at enrolment and providing instruction in official EU languages through mother tongue sections and vehicular language sections.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates take the European Baccalaureate, which is recognized for admission to universities in member countries; there are official arrangements for equivalence between the European Baccalaureate and the upper secondary leaving certificates of national schools.
Gifted and Talented
The school has a High Potential Policy to identify and support students with high potential abilities.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Admission follows three categories. Cat I includes children of employees of the European Central Bank, EIOPA, AMLA and other European institutions. Cat II includes children of employees of other European institutions and companies that have signed a financing agreement with the ESF, admitted with priority if places are available after Cat I. Cat III covers private enrolments and is admitted upon availability. 2. Enrolment for school year 2025/2026 runs from 1 December 2024 to 28 February 2025; late registrations for the French, Italian and Spanish sections extend to 31 May 2025 in exceptional cases. Decisions on enrolment are sent out in April 2025 at the latest. 3. Applications must be complete in original form and signed by both legal guardians, with all accompanying documents. Accompanying documents may be provided as copies; originals are not required. Documents must be in German, English or French, with certified translations if necessary. For enrolments in Cat I and II, an employer confirmation must be attached. 4. The school does not keep a waiting list. Only applications for the next school year are accepted. During the school year, applications are considered only for Cat I or Cat II if pupils are not enrolled in Frankfurt. 5. Cat III private enrolments are admitted upon availability. The Enrolment Policy governs Cat III admissions and the overall process. 6. For school year 2026/2027, enrollment forms will be on the website as of 1 December 2025 and the enrolment period expires on 28 February 2026. Applications during the school year are considered only for Cat I and Cat II for pupils not enrolled in Frankfurt. The decision to enroll Cat II or Cat III pupils follows class size and room capacity, with priority order: Cat I first, then siblings, then Cat II with contracts, then pupils from other European Schools.
Waitlist
The school does not keep a waiting list.
FAQs
What ages does The European School Frankfurt serve?
The European School Frankfurt serves students aged 4 to 18.
What curriculum does The European School Frankfurt follow?
The European School Frankfurt offers nursery through secondary education, culminating in the European Baccalaureate. It is part of the European Schools network and provides education in a multicultural and multilingual environment. The European.
Where is The European School Frankfurt located?
Praunheimer Weg 126, 60439 Frankfurt am Main, Germany. It is in Frankfurt am Main and part of the European Schools network. The school offers education from nursery to the European Baccalaureate.
What are the tuition fees?
**Application fees**
- No separate application fee is charged. The school charges annual school fees and mandatory administrative costs as detailed below.
**Tuition fees (annual) by school level — School Year 2026/2027**
- Nursery (Category III,.
How many students attend The European School Frankfurt?
The school has approximately 1600 students.
What languages are taught?
A fundamental principle is the teaching of mother tongue as first language (L1). The school provides teaching in the official languages of the European Union. It offers four language sections: German, English, French and Italian. The dominant.
How does the admissions process work?
1. Admission follows three categories. Cat I includes children of employees of the European Central Bank, EIOPA, AMLA and other European institutions. Cat II includes children of employees of other European institutions and companies that have.
What facilities does the school have?
The European School Frankfurt is located at Praunheimer Weg 126, 60439 Frankfurt am Main, and serves nursery through secondary education. Nursery and P1–P2 share a Modular Building, while the Primary and Secondary sections are housed in the Main.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The school focuses on detailed language study, intercultural exchange among students from many European countries, and the development and encouragement of scientific work. Main tuition is in the languages of the four sections—German, English,.
When was The European School Frankfurt founded?
The European School Frankfurt was founded in 2002.
