German International School of Silicon Valley
International School in San Francisco
Quick answer
Key facts
- Curriculum: American, German leaving qualifications include US Diploma and Abitur.
- Tuition: $28,725–$36,425/yr published in USD, US$ equivalent.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: WASC verified.
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Rolling
WASC
US Diploma and Abitur
About German International School of Silicon Valley
The German International School of Silicon Valley is a private bilingual immersion school with an educational program serving children of all nationalities from Preschool through the 12th grade in the San Francisco Bay Area (Mountain View and San Francisco). GISSV is the only elementary and secondary school in the Western United States that meets the strict accreditation requirements of the German government and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), thus enabling entry into the best European and American colleges and universities.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school hasn't published its learning-support or EAL provision — treat it as unconfirmed and ask directly.
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.
Not published
- —Learning-support provision not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers 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?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $28,725–$36,425 |
| Annual tuition (USD) | 28725-36425 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $34,135(+5%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $35,635 |
| Cost position in San Francisco | 29th percentile(mid-range) |
American, German
US Diploma and Abitur
German International Abitur California High School Diploma
French, Spanish
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
At a Glance
Fee Position in San Francisco
Mid-rangeClass size: Not published
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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