Franconian International School
International School in Erlangen
Quick answer
Franconian International School (FIS) in Erlangen-Nuremberg serves 600 students from 40 nationalities aged 3 to 18. The school is an IB World School delivering inquiry-based learning from Early Years through the IB Diploma plus FIS High School Diploma, accredited by IBO, CIS, NEASC and ECIS. Tuition $14,280-$19,960 per year. Strong fit for Siemens, AUDI, Adidas and other Bavarian corporate-corridor expat families seeking IB-track education in Franconia.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB taught at Franconian International School.
- Tuition: $14,280–$19,960/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- 40 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 8:30.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS, NEASC plus 1 more.
600
40
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IBO, CIS, NEASC, ECIS
About Franconian International School
The Franconian International School is an IB World School with high expectations and rigorous educational standards. In a values-based environment, young people are supported in becoming active and engaged global citizens and life-long learners.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
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.
- Learning support: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $14,280 – $19,960 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 14280-19960 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $18,440(+8%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $19,940 |
IB
IB Diploma
German, Spanish
Services may include remedial and compensatory instruction, skill development, re-teaching and content support. The learning support team also liaises with other outside specialists and services in order to provide the widest array of services possible for FIS families.
Learning support
English as an Additional Language
8:30 – 15:40 (Fridays 14:00)
Yes
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Fee Position in Erlangen
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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