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About
- 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).
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.
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.
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
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.

Celebrating Creativity: SF Elementary Art Show

Celebrating Creativity: SF Elementary Art Show

Celebrating Creativity: SF Elementary Art Show

Students from our San Francisco campus showcased their artistic talents at a vibrant Art Show & Potluck, bringing together families, teachers, and the community.

Recently, the talented first and second graders of our San Francisco campus had the incredible opportunity to present their artistic creations at a spectacular Art Show & Potluck at the House of AI in San Francisco. This inspiring venue provided the perfect backdrop to highlight their creativity, dedication, and artistic growth.

Families, students, and teachers gathered to admire the impressive collection of artwork while sharing a delicious potluck, with culinary contributions from the school community. Parents listened with pride as their children eagerly shared the inspirations behind their masterpieces—artworks influenced by renowned artists such as Frida Kahlo, Mary Cassatt, Piet Mondrian, Alma Thomas, Henri Matisse, and Alexander Calder.

The exhibition featured a diverse range of media, including tempera and acrylic painting, oil and chalk pastels, collage, wire sculptures, and felting with sheep’s wool. Students beamed with pride as they saw their hard work beautifully displayed, while parents were amazed by their children's creativity and artistic accomplishments.

A heartfelt thank you to the generous members of our community for providing this incredible space, and to curator and event organizer, homeroom teacher Nadine Heckmann-Zakharov, along with our wonderful, hardworking parent volunteers for creating this special celebration for the students and families of 1&2c. Your support and effort made this unforgettable morning possible!

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