Deutsche Schule Bilbao
International School in Bilbao
Quick answer
Deutsche Schule Bilbao follows the German curriculum leading to the Abitur. Well-suited to budget-conscious families. Tuition of $6,130–$8,070/year is in line with Bilbao averages.
Key facts
- Curriculum: German taught at Deutsche Schule Bilbao.
- Tuition: $6,130–$8,070/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 20 (max 25) Bilbao international school · 705 students total.
- 17 nationalities top: Spanish.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at Kindergarten and primary school at 8:55 and secondary school at 8.00.
705
17 (Spanish)
20 avg / 25 max
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About Deutsche Schule Bilbao
Deutsche Schule Bilbao is a German international school in Bilbao, Spain.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $6,130 – $8,070 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 6130-8070 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $8,300(+17%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $9,800 |
| Cost position in Bilbao | 40th percentile(mid-range) |
German
Abitur (German graduate qualification)
Very Good. 100% succesful
Spanish, English, French, Basque
Detection of difficulties, early care, family counselling, high abilities, diagnostics and mediation.
We have a psychologist, a counsellor, a therapeutic psychopedagogue.
Kindergarten and primary school at 8:55 and secondary school at 8.00 – 14:15 or 15:00
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Bilbao
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Spanish
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Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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