German International School Chicago
International School in Chicago
Quick answer
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, German taught at German International School Chicago.
- Tuition: $20,900–$21,740/yr published in USD, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 16 (max 20) Chicago international school · 200 students total.
- 40 nationalities top: International.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 14 school day starts at 8:00am.
- Accreditations: IBO listed accreditations.
200
40 (International)
16 avg / 20 max
Rolling
IBO
About German International School Chicago
The German International School Chicago (GISC) is an independent, non-profit private school offering a bilingual, international education to around 200 students from Preschool through Middle School. GISC is expanding into High School, launching Grade 9 in the 2026-2027 school year and adding one grade level each year, with the first graduating class set for 2030.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $20,900–$21,740 |
| Annual tuition (USD) | 20900-21740 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $22,200(+4%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $23,700 |
| Cost position in Chicago | 50th percentile(mid-range) |
IB, German
French, Spanish
unknown
No
Yes, including English Language Learner (ELL) and German Language Learner (GLL) support
8:00am – 3:00pm
Yes, through our catering partner. Students may either bring their own lunch or place an order.
We are a nut-free school to help keep all students safe.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
At a Glance
Fee Position in Chicago
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: International
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