Admissions Process
First things first
You believe your child will benefit from the educational programme at B.I.S., great, then please use our application form to get started on the admissions process. Submit the filled in form, signed by both parents (or proof of sole custody), along with copies of recent report cards, birth certificate, by email to the attention of our Admissions Officer, Ms. Melanie Sommer-Joest.
- Application documents received by our Admissions Officer
- Documents are assessed, applicants get contacted if more are needed
- If application form and documents are in order, then the child is placed either directly on the list of applicants, or on a waiting list
- Entrance tests are carried out for applicants for Grade 6 upwards; trial days are carried out for Grades 1-5 applicants, if they help with the admission decision
- A place is offered
- The place is accepted
- A school contract is issued for signing
FAQ
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What requirements does my child have to fulfill for admission?
Basically, the chemistry between the family and the school should be right, because we attach great importance to a trusting exchange. Families who are verifiably active on the international stage are given priority.
My child is not from an international background. Can we still apply?
Berlin International School exists primarily to serve the international educational needs of the national and international community of Berlin/Brandenburg. However, admission is open to all students who wish to profit from a challenging, international, university preparatory education.
Which language skills are required for admission?
Knowledge of English and / or German is certainly an advantage, but not a basic requirement, although very good English skills are needed with increasing class level in order to be able to follow the lessons. Knowledge of English will be determined in the course of entrance tests. For the different age groups, language support programs for English and German of different levels offer good opportunities to quickly compensate for language deficits.
What do students study at B.I.S.?
Do all teachers hold teaching qualifications?
As a state-recognized alternative school, our teachers must have certified teaching qualifications. Every teacher who teaches with us will be registered in the Senate Education Administration when the responsible body is hired. Proof of qualifications is checked there and so-called teaching permits are issued. In addition, our teachers regularly take part in further and advanced training.
What are the school fees?
Admission Fee EUR 800.00
Annual Tuition Fees 2025/2026
Grades 1 – 6* EUR 12,300.00 (EUR 1,025.00/month)
Grades 7 – 10** EUR 13,560.00 (EUR 1,130.00/month)
Grade 11 and 12** EUR 18,240.00 (EUR 1,520.00/month)
* The school fee for the 2025/2026 school year is 13,500.00 per year. It is to be paid in twelve monthly installments (August to July) of EUR 1,125.00 each and includes full-day care, including a hot lunch. At present, the State of Berlin reimburses the costs of the cooked lunch for Grades 1–6 in the amount of EUR 6.33 per child/school day. The share for the cooked lunch includes in the school fees is currently EUR 1,202.70 per year or EUR 100.23 per month. Accordingly, the current school fees to be paid are reduced to EUR 12,300.00 per year or EUR 1,025.00 per month.
** The monthly lunch fees are included in the school fees, per month € 100,00 (€ 1,200.00/per year).
Annual Resource Fees
Grades 1 – 5 EUR 125.00/year
Grades 6 – 8 EUR 175.00/year
Grades 9 – 10 EUR 225.00/year
Fees for special needs support, excursions, field and class trips, after school activities and clubs, and the school bus service are not included in the school fees.
Are there any discounts on school fees?
Sibling Reductions
B.I.S. offers sibling reductions. Corresponding additional agreements are issued by the Admissions Office^when the contract is concluded. The figures below are with the meal cost portion covered by the Senate, and are as of August 2025
Overview Sibling Reduction for Grade 1-6
1. Child € 1.025
2. Child € 769
3. Child € 513
4. Child € 256
Overview Sibling Reduction for Grade 7-10
1. Child € 1.130
2. Child € 872
3. Child € 615
4. Child € 357
Overview Sibling Reduction for Grade 11-12 (IBDP 1 and 2)
1. Child € 1.520
2. Child € 1.165
3. Child € 810
4. Child € 455
Income Related School Fees
Families can apply for income-related school fees. An application form plus complete and reliable evidence of family income should be sent to the Management Office. For further information please contact gf@private-kant-schulen.de.
I still have questions – who should I contact?
Our Admissions Office is open from 08:00h to 16:00h. Our Admissions Officer, Ms Melanie Sommer-Joest, can be contacted on +49 30 82 00 77 780, or by email.