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Preschool-12 Dual Language Education in
Two Locations in the Bay Area

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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.

Welcome by the Head of School

Welcome to the German International School of Silicon Valley (GISSV)

GISSV offers an exceptional educational program that has received both support and accreditation from the German Government and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). As a recognized "Excellent German School Abroad," as confirmed by the German Government, we have established a reputation for excellence in education.

As a member of a network of more than 140 German Schools Abroad, we offer a challenging curriculum for our students Preschool-Grade 12, culminating in two prestigious programs – German International Abitur and California High School Diploma.

In addition to the highest German and Californian academic standards and values focusing on critical thinking, the international aspect of the education that we offer is rooted in promoting cultural understanding and emotional intelligence. We have a cosmopolitan mindset, embrace the diversity of our community and support international understanding, intercultural dialogue, and sustainable development in practice.

With locations in Mountain View and San Francisco embedded in the global center of innovation, high-end technology, and social media we are proud to serve our community with the only German/American language immersion program on the West Coast that offers Preschool-Grade 12 dual language, bi-cultural education offering the dual diploma.

GISSV provides a home of academic excellence for an active, innovative, and caring community.

On behalf of the leadership team and the entire school community I would like to encourage you to learn about the rich academic and extracurricular programs GISSV has to offer by exploring our website and contacting us to schedule a tour!

Sincerely,

Gerald Miebs
Head of School