Metropolitan School Frankfurt
International School in Frankfurt
Quick answer
Metropolitan School Frankfurt (MSF) serves 750 students from 55 nationalities aged 3 to 18. The school combines British curriculum with the IB Diploma at sixth form, accredited by IBO, CIS, NEASC and CIE — a four-accreditation set. Tuition $14,640-$18,654 per year — strong value. Strong fit for ECB, banking, pharma and corporate expat families on Frankfurt assignments seeking British/IB-track education with broad international recognition signals across the Rhine-Main metropolitan region.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and IB Diploma.
- Tuition: $14,640–$18,654/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 21 (max 24) Frankfurt international school · 750 students total.
- 55 nationalities top: We guarantee diversity by limiting the number of nationalities per grade.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 8:30.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS, NEASC plus 1 more.
750
55 (We guarantee diversity by limiting the number of nationalities per grade)
21 avg / 24 max
Rolling
IBO, CIS, NEASC, CIE
IGCSE and IB Diploma
About Metropolitan School Frankfurt
MSF is the only fully-accredited international school (Ersatzschule) in the City of Frankfurt that combines the IB PYP and IB Diploma Programmes with the Cambridge International Programme in grade 6-10, including IGCSE examinations in grade 10 (recognised a Realschulabschluss) in Grades 6-10. While offering a rigorous programme with key values of being international, independent and inspirational in the teaching, the MSF mission statement accompanies students on their journey of learning in small classes with engaging teachers to become global citizens. MSF balances the academic demands on students by encouraging participation in the wide range of extracurricular activities. The family like atmosphere, parent involvement in their child's education and in the social community at MSF are outstanding. The MSF missions statement MSF promotes a culture of respect, joy, friendship and family spirit.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $14,640 – $18,654 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 14640-18654 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $17,967(+8%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $19,467 |
| Cost position in Frankfurt | 70th percentile(above average) |
IB, British
IGCSE and IB Diploma
ISA test in grade 3 and 5 International Cambridge Checkpoint Exam in grade 8 Cambridge International Examination IGCSE in grade 10 IB Diploma Programme examinations in grade 12 MAP testing
100% IB Pass Rate 100% achieved A*-C in five or more IGCSE subjects with 70% achieving A and A* results in 2024.
German, Spanish, French
The Additional Learning Needs (ALN) department offers academic support to students by modifying the curriculum and offering support in and outside the class room.
Yes, we employ 9 counsellors full time.
Yes, English as a Second Language (ESL)
8:30 – 15:30
Yes, there is a choice of two main courses plus a salad bar. Allergens free (gluten, lactose) and vegan options are offered daily. The school is nut free.
Yes
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Frankfurt
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: We guarantee diversity by limiting the number of nationalities per grade
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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