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Preschool-12 Dual Language Education in
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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.
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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- 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.
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- 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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- 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
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- 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.
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  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.

6th Graders Shine at German Reading Competition

6th Graders Shine at German Reading Competition

6th Graders Shine at German Reading Competition

Dec 10 2025

Students from both campuses showcased creativity and skill in this year’s German reading contest—congratulations to all participants!

We are proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our 6th graders from both campuses in this year’s German reading competition Vorlesewettbewerb 2025/26!

The final round was a vibrant celebration of storytelling, full of humor, excitement, and thought-provoking narratives. Each student captivated the jury with their choice of text and remarkable reading skills, showcasing both creativity and a genuine love of reading.

After careful deliberation by the jury—including our Head of Middle School (Grades 5–7), the school librarian, a previous finalist, and our Student Body President—the first-place winner was selected to represent GISSV in the next round of the competition. Nila B. (SF 6th Grade), who read an excerpt from Pia, Poppy und der verschwundene Professor, a story about a girl moving from Germany to San Francisco, will now compete against students from German schools across North America.

A huge congratulations to all our 6th graders! Your dedication, imagination, and passion for reading inspire us all.

Photos: Hannah Wexler

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