ISF International School Frankfurt Rhein-Main
International School in Frankfurt
Quick answer
ISF International School Frankfurt-Rhein-Main serves 900 students from 40 nationalities aged 3 to 18. The school combines American and German curricula with the IB Diploma at upper school, accredited by IBO, ECIS and KMK — a tri-recognition set covering IB, ECIS and German federal-state recognition. Tuition $14,850-$24,000 per year. Strong fit for ECB, banking, pharma and German-international expat families seeking trilingual EN/DE pathways.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, American, German leaving qualifications include IB Diploma and AP.
- Tuition: $14,850–$24,000/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- 40 nationalities top: German, Korean, USA.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at Kindergarten: 8:20 Preschool - G12: 8:20.
- Accreditations: IBO, ECIS, KMK verified.
900
40 (German, Korean, USA, Indian)
Rolling
IBO, ECIS, KMK
IB Diploma and AP
About ISF International School Frankfurt Rhein-Main
ISF International School Frankfurt Rhein-Main is a private, full-day school serving students from Kindergarten/Pre-school to Grade 12 using English as the language of instruction. As a member of the SABIS® Network, ISF offers students a structured, internationally-oriented, college-preparatory curriculum that emphasizes the core subjects of English, mathematics, German, and the sciences.
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) | $14,850 – $24,000 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 14850-24000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $21,075(+8%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $22,575 |
| Cost position in Frankfurt | 90th percentile(premium tier) |
IB, American, German
IB Diploma and AP
ISF is the only school in Germany that offers students the opportunity to have a choice between two world-class academic programs in Grades 11 and 12. ISF students can choose the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) Diploma Programme, one of the most widely-recognized international diplomas in the world, or the Advanced Placement (AP) program, which is offered by The College Board in the U.S. Along with IB or AP programs, all of ISF graduates receive the ISF High School Diploma, which is recognized by the U.S. State Department and by all U.S. colleges and universities.
French, Spanish, Korean, Japanese
unknown
ISF offers an excellent Intensive English and German Program for non-native speakers at three levels: Beginners, Intermediate, and Advanced. After completing Intensive English/German Advanced, a student will transition into Regular English/German with native speakers of the language. A student who does not speak any English/German upon admission to the school will normally transition to Regular English after approximately one school year.
Kindergarten: 8:20 Preschool - G12: 8:20 – Kindergarten: 15:05 Preschool - G4: 15:20 G5 -G12: 16:10
ISF has three bright and modern cafeterias where its students may eat a nutritious three-course lunch or food they bring from home. ISF also provides a kiosk within the main cafeteria where students can purchase wholesome sandwiches and fresh fruit at break time or after school.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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Fee Position in Frankfurt
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Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: German, Korean, USA, Indian
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