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Preschool-12 Dual Language Education in
Two Locations in the Bay Area
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Welcome to GISSV
The German International School of Silicon Valley is an independent, nonprofit preschool–grade 12 school with two locations in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Learning in German and English
Our high-quality dual-immersion education helps students reach their full potential in a stimulating environment that fosters critical and imaginative thinking, a passion for lifelong learning and an appreciation for cultural diversity.
Welcome by the Head of School
GISSV at a Glance
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Admissions
Meeting Students’ Needs From Preschool Through High School
GISSV welcomes students of all cultural and ethnic backgrounds. We serve students from two to eighteen years old.
Enrollment
The enrollment period begins during the months of January and February of each year for the upcoming school year. We also accept new students throughout the school year based on availability. Knowledge of the German language is required for all children who enroll after 1st grade (See also our German Fast Track Program).
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Learning
Nurturing Holistic and Individual Development
Our well-balanced program provides rich project-based and differentiated learning experiences, fostering interests across all subject areas as well as social-emotional competency, critical thinking, artistic expression and physical motor skills.
Safe and Stimulating Learning Environments
We provide highly qualified teachers, small class sizes and an excellent student-to-teacher ratio. Our engaging and ambitious curriculum is enhanced by comprehensive science and technology resources.
Our Curriculum
Dual Language Learning
Preschool & Kindergarten
Elementary School (1-4)
Middle School (5-8)
High School (9-12)
21st Century Schooling & Digitality
Beyond the Classroom
School Life
Rich Experiences in the Classroom and Beyond
At GISSV, we are instilling an appreciation of life, music, sports, culture and arts among our students. We take responsibility and action for ourselves, others and our planet.
Strong Sense of Community
GISSV has a vibrant international school community thanks to our small class sizes, cohesive, dynamic preschool–12 structure and enriching events that involve all our students, teachers and parents.
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After-School Program
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Campuses & Camps
Serving Families Across the Bay Area
GISSV has campuses in Mountain View and San Francisco. We also connect our students to their local environment by exploring the cultural, natural, academic and entrepreneurial destinations the Bay Area has to offer.
Two Campuses, One School
All GISSV programs are bilingual and based on the German curriculum of the state of Thuringia, which is known and respected for its well-rounded educational approach
Campuses
San Francisco Campus
Mountain View Campus
Saturday School (Mountain View)
GISSV Summer Camp 2024
Support GISSV
Enhancing the GISSV Experience
Family and community support is a vital part of GISSV. Voluntary contributions of time, resources and expertise are key to our success.
Every Gift Matters
Donations are essential to preserving and advancing GISSV’s exceptional educational programs. Tax-deductible contributions enable us to realize our most important current and long-term priorities, preparing our students for the world ahead.
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