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There are fewer international schools in Munich than Berlin, so expats should apply as far ahead as they can to secure a place for their children.
International schools follow various curricula and have special programmes to help students make a smooth transition into life in Munich.
Expats should try to negotiate an educational allowance into their employment contract, as fees at German international schools are high and can easily exceed EUR 15,000 per year. On top of this, parents often have to pay for uniforms, stationery, school excursions and various extra-curricular activities.
International schools in Munich
Obermenzinger Gymnasium
The Obermenzinger Gymnasium is a small secondary school area where each child is treated as an individual. The school follows the Bavarian curriculum and promotes and fosters the German language. Read more
Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: Bavarian
Ages: 10 to 19
Website: www.obermenzinger.de
Bavarian International School
Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: International Baccalaureate
Ages: 4 to 18
Website: www.bis-school.com
International Kids Campus
Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: International Baccalaureate
Ages: 3 to 10
Website: www.internationalkidscampus.com
Munich International School
Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: International Baccalaureate
Ages: 4 to 18
Website: www.mis-munich.de
St. George’s British International School Munich
Curriculum: International Baccalaureate, Cambridge IGCSE
Gender: Co-educational
Ages: 2 to 18
Website: www.stgeorgesschool.com/munich
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Expat Health Insurance
Cigna Global
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Moving Companies
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