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Independent. Bilingual. Weltoffen.

Open Enrollment

One of over 140 schools in the global network of German Schools, the GISW serves students from age 2 through Grade 12 with a strong focus on STEM and world languages.

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Greetings by the German Ambassador

As the representative of the Federal Republic of Germany in the United States, I would like to welcome you to the German International School Washington D.C.

Learning

The carefully developed and
highly acclaimed bilingual, interdisciplinary curriculum provides students with an excellent foundation in languages and sciences.

Investing

Our graduates are regularly admitted to selective colleges and universities around the globe where higher education is often free or costs significantly less than in the US.

Earning

Bilingual German & English speakers are sought after by many employers in the US where the value of German contributions to industry, innovation, technology and science is highly recognized..

Connecting

Expressing
thoughts in another person’s native language can deepen a relationship tremendously. This type of personal connection can lead to very productive and long-lasting relationships on a personal and professional level.

Authentic-STEM Project

9th grade NWP students solve real-world math problems with international teams of scientists, students, and experts from German and American companies.

Bird Project

Nature projects on campus enhance GISW Science education.

Makeathon

Makeathon projects bring young minds from different countries and cultures together to collaboratively innovate and problem-solve.

What is STEM/MINT?

Sience
Technology
Engineering
Mathematics (STEM).

In German, the comparable field is called MINT: Mathematics, Information Technologies (Computer Science), Natural Sciences, and Technology.

Our STEM Projects (PDF)