The Best German Schools in California

German Schools are very popular in California. Discover the Best German Schools in California.

The Best German Schools in California

German Schools in California are a great choice for both local and expat families as they offer globally recognized curricula, outstanding academics plus a nurturing environment for children. Discover our selection of the best German Schools in California, including reviews, fees, and why families choose them.

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Why families choose a German school in California?

German schools offer education to German standards in many countries around the world. In these schools, children from Germany and pupils from another country can obtain German or international qualifications. The majority of these schools offer bilingual programs and they not only provide and enhance academic knowledge and language skills but also place great importance on intercultural exchanges and promote partnerships with schools in Germany. All the qualifications from German schools abroad are known worldwide for their high standards.
German schools abroad are open not only to chil­dren of Ger­mans work­ing abroad but also to pupils from other countries and culture. These schools offer a variety of qualifications such as the German “Abitur”, the international Abitur (DIAP), the International Baccalaureate (IB) or the Bilingual International Baccalaureate (BIB). Find out which are the best German Schools abroad in the following list!
California has it all! That's why so many international students want to study here. California boasts one of the largest economies in the world and is an international epicenter for the entertainment, information, education, and technology industries. Nationally, California is a significant contributor in the agricultural, aerospace, and manufacturing sectors, which is why many universities have created high quality and affordable programs that focus on Engineering and Technology—among other fields as well. Because of its size, California is a large state allowing students to choose just about any field of study.
Also, the diversity of California’s landscape makes a wide range of weekend sports and activities possible; this includes surfing along California’s famous shoreline, hiking along its many scenic nature trails, and visiting its many gorgeous forests and state parks. In fact, almost half of California’s total surface area is covered in lush forests!

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Top rated German Schools in California 2025

This German Schools list is informed by World Schools data—we consider parents and students reviews, ratings, number of page views, and user location.

IB Schools in California

  • The British International School Abu Dhabi
    5 reviews
    Abu Dhabi - Emirate of Abu Dhabi
    BTEC, IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 50300
    aed
  • English Schools Foundation (ESF Schools)
    0 reviews
    Hong Kong - China
    IB Diploma
    From 93700
    hkd
  • Bavarian International School (BIS)
    5 reviews
    Munich - Bavaria
    IB Diploma
    From 16340
    eur
  • The Western International School of Shanghai (WISS)
    5 reviews
    Shanghai - China
    IB Diploma
    From 161975
    cny
  • North London Collegiate School Jeju
    5 reviews
    Seogwipo City - Jeju
    IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 25500
    usd
  • Institut Montana Zugerberg
    5 reviews
    Zug - Switzerland
    From 32900
    chf
  • The British International School Abu Dhabi
    5 reviews
    Abu Dhabi - Emirate of Abu Dhabi
    BTEC, IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 50300
    aed
  • English Schools Foundation (ESF Schools)
    0 reviews
    Hong Kong - China
    IB Diploma
    From 93700
    hkd
  • Bavarian International School (BIS)
    5 reviews
    Munich - Bavaria
    IB Diploma
    From 16340
    eur
  • The Western International School of Shanghai (WISS)
    5 reviews
    Shanghai - China
    IB Diploma
    From 161975
    cny
  • North London Collegiate School Jeju
    5 reviews
    Seogwipo City - Jeju
    IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 25500
    usd
  • Institut Montana Zugerberg
    5 reviews
    Zug - Switzerland
    From 32900
    chf

US Curriculum Schools in California

  • Georgia School Ningbo (GSN)
    3 reviews
    Ningbo - Zhejiang
    American Diploma, AP, PSAT, SAT
    From 115000
    cny
  • Taejon Christian International School
    0 reviews
    Daejeon - South Korea
    American Diploma, IB Diploma
    From 20000
    usd
  • IMG Academy
    1 reviews
    Bradenton - Florida
    American Diploma, AP
    From 45200
  • North Broward Preparatory School, A Nord Anglia Education School
    3 reviews
    Boca Raton - Florida
    From 62650
    usd
  • Barcelona High School
    2 reviews
    Barcelona - Catalunya
    From 9500
    eur
  • Christian Alliance International School
    0 reviews
    Hong Kong Island - Hong Kong
    From 123200
    hkd
  • Georgia School Ningbo (GSN)
    3 reviews
    Ningbo - Zhejiang
    American Diploma, AP, PSAT, SAT
    From 115000
    cny
  • Taejon Christian International School
    0 reviews
    Daejeon - South Korea
    American Diploma, IB Diploma
    From 20000
    usd
  • IMG Academy
    1 reviews
    Bradenton - Florida
    American Diploma, AP
    From 45200
  • North Broward Preparatory School, A Nord Anglia Education School
    3 reviews
    Boca Raton - Florida
    From 62650
    usd
  • Barcelona High School
    2 reviews
    Barcelona - Catalunya
    From 9500
    eur
  • Christian Alliance International School
    0 reviews
    Hong Kong Island - Hong Kong
    From 123200
    hkd

British Schools in California

  • The British International School Abu Dhabi
    5 reviews
    Abu Dhabi - Emirate of Abu Dhabi
    BTEC, IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 50300
    aed
  • Prince of Wales Island International School
    0 reviews
    Balik Pulau - George Town
    A Level, IGCSE
    From 30,000
    myr
  • Nexus International School, Malaysia
    0 reviews
    Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia
    IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 44730
    myr
  • Nord Anglia International School Shanghai, Pudong
    0 reviews
    Pudong - Shanghai
    IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 131193
    cny
  • Prime School International
    0 reviews
    Cascais - Lisbon
    From 9900
    eur
  • The British School of Bahrain (BSB)
    2 reviews
    Hamala - Bahrain
    A Level, IGCSE
    From 3003
    bhd
  • The British International School Abu Dhabi
    5 reviews
    Abu Dhabi - Emirate of Abu Dhabi
    BTEC, IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 50300
    aed
  • Prince of Wales Island International School
    0 reviews
    Balik Pulau - George Town
    A Level, IGCSE
    From 30,000
    myr
  • Nexus International School, Malaysia
    0 reviews
    Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia
    IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 44730
    myr
  • Nord Anglia International School Shanghai, Pudong
    0 reviews
    Pudong - Shanghai
    IB Diploma, IGCSE
    From 131193
    cny
  • Prime School International
    0 reviews
    Cascais - Lisbon
    From 9900
    eur
  • The British School of Bahrain (BSB)
    2 reviews
    Hamala - Bahrain
    A Level, IGCSE
    From 3003
    bhd

How much do German Schools in California cost?

According to World Schools data, the yearly tuition fee for German Schools in ranges between $22500 and $26400. However, the cost varies significantly depending on various factors such as the school curriculum, extracurricular activities, location, and facilities, and can go up to $46000.

The average yearly cost is $25100, around $2600 per month, and can go up to the maximum monthly cost of $4600.

Additionally, most schools will also charge a one-time registration fee, and you also need to count an extra budget during the year for extracurricular trips, holiday camps, etc.

If you would like to explore German Schools in with yearly fee filters, please use our advanced search filters.

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Parent and Student Reviews of German Schools in California

  • IMG Academy has received high praise from parents and students for its world-class facilities, top-notch coaching staff, and engaging activities. Reviews of the academy’s tennis, baseball, and football have been overwhelmingly positive. Students benefit from a rigorous athletic program in a safe and well-maintained environment. Overall, the academy provides an exceptional training experience for athletes of all levels.
    Read more
    Written May 7, 2024
  • It’s time to say goodbye and we want to say a huge THANK YOU to everyone!!! The teachers didn’t just educate our kids. You all taught them the importance of education. We are grateful to you. You were kind, patient and considerate, but played the stickler when you needed to. You have played a key role in moulding our children into good human beings and they will miss so much about LCIS. Thanks a lot for your support. All the best and Auf Wiedersehen
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • Thank you for the wonderful years at La Côte International School Aubonne, it has truly been a joy to be part of this adventure from the beginning, and to see the school and the boys evolve so beautifully. The boys have really enjoyed every minute of it, the excellent quality of the teaching, the efficiency and friendliness of the whole team at LCIS, the atmosphere, the programme, the excursions, the fabulous music shows, thank you for all these wonderful moments.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • It has been more than an year since my kids left this school, but they still remember it so fondly! Had a fantastic experience and saw my kids flourish in this positive, lively and encouraging learning environment! The staff is extremely encouraging and motivating towards the students. Parents are always welcomed and supported in adapting to the new place.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • Teachers are resourceful and creative in finding the most amazing ways to develop our children’s curiosity and they really make learning afun activity for kids to pursue. I have visited many schools in the area and I have yet to see the quality of teachers like the ones in Foundation Years at La Côte.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • My parents were searching for a boarding school … they (and I) decided Institut Montana would be the best fit – the student population, the amazing view, the overall welcoming feeling… whenever a new student arrived, everyone would be curious to get to know them and to learn from them.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • Thanks to the social and people skills acquired at Institut Montana, I believe I was better prepared for relationship building which, in my perception, is key in any career.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • I learned that respect will take you far. I learned that communicating your thoughts with others and respecting theirs took you even further … I learned that rising above differences only made me see clearer. I learned how to bring up my own children using the same values. Today, I own an establishment in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia which focuses on preserving the history of the old town. I believe my love for history from a young age had a lot to do with my teachers.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • I came from a small southern Italian town and I was suddenly exposed to a world of diversity. This contributed to open my eyes to a wide range of international possibilities eventually leading me to pursue a scientific path to bring new knowledge worldwide.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • The benefits of studying in an international environment with people from all over the world are tremendous. I went to Institut Montana for two years and graduated with the High School Diploma and the International Baccalaureate, which provided a great foundation for my career path. I always had the support of my teachers and advisers who taught me to take risks and aim high. The school also does a great job cultivating it’s network of alumni from all over the world. I’m incredibly thankful for my time at Institut Montana and the friends I’ve made on the magnificent Zugerberg.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • What I’ve seen at BIS Abu Dhabi over the last two years as a parent – Senior Management with a vision, enthusiastic teachers with personalised attention, motivated & ambitious students and lastly, the community feeling that makes it warm and welcoming! I would recommend this school eyes closed.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • The caring approach they have to make students of all abilities feel worthy and welcome is what attracted us 4 years ago and that has continued to follow through. My 3 children feel safe, secure and stimulated and we feel informed and confident that our children are being allowed to grow academically and personally, with their characters being encouraged to grow and not ‘moulded’.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • IMG Academy has received high praise from parents and students for its world-class facilities, top-notch coaching staff, and engaging activities. Reviews of the academy’s tennis, baseball, and football have been overwhelmingly positive. Students benefit from a rigorous athletic program in a safe and well-maintained environment. Overall, the academy provides an exceptional training experience for athletes of all levels.
    Read more
    Written May 7, 2024
  • It’s time to say goodbye and we want to say a huge THANK YOU to everyone!!! The teachers didn’t just educate our kids. You all taught them the importance of education. We are grateful to you. You were kind, patient and considerate, but played the stickler when you needed to. You have played a key role in moulding our children into good human beings and they will miss so much about LCIS. Thanks a lot for your support. All the best and Auf Wiedersehen
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • Thank you for the wonderful years at La Côte International School Aubonne, it has truly been a joy to be part of this adventure from the beginning, and to see the school and the boys evolve so beautifully. The boys have really enjoyed every minute of it, the excellent quality of the teaching, the efficiency and friendliness of the whole team at LCIS, the atmosphere, the programme, the excursions, the fabulous music shows, thank you for all these wonderful moments.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • It has been more than an year since my kids left this school, but they still remember it so fondly! Had a fantastic experience and saw my kids flourish in this positive, lively and encouraging learning environment! The staff is extremely encouraging and motivating towards the students. Parents are always welcomed and supported in adapting to the new place.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • Teachers are resourceful and creative in finding the most amazing ways to develop our children’s curiosity and they really make learning afun activity for kids to pursue. I have visited many schools in the area and I have yet to see the quality of teachers like the ones in Foundation Years at La Côte.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • My parents were searching for a boarding school … they (and I) decided Institut Montana would be the best fit – the student population, the amazing view, the overall welcoming feeling… whenever a new student arrived, everyone would be curious to get to know them and to learn from them.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • Thanks to the social and people skills acquired at Institut Montana, I believe I was better prepared for relationship building which, in my perception, is key in any career.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • I learned that respect will take you far. I learned that communicating your thoughts with others and respecting theirs took you even further … I learned that rising above differences only made me see clearer. I learned how to bring up my own children using the same values. Today, I own an establishment in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia which focuses on preserving the history of the old town. I believe my love for history from a young age had a lot to do with my teachers.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • I came from a small southern Italian town and I was suddenly exposed to a world of diversity. This contributed to open my eyes to a wide range of international possibilities eventually leading me to pursue a scientific path to bring new knowledge worldwide.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • The benefits of studying in an international environment with people from all over the world are tremendous. I went to Institut Montana for two years and graduated with the High School Diploma and the International Baccalaureate, which provided a great foundation for my career path. I always had the support of my teachers and advisers who taught me to take risks and aim high. The school also does a great job cultivating it’s network of alumni from all over the world. I’m incredibly thankful for my time at Institut Montana and the friends I’ve made on the magnificent Zugerberg.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • What I’ve seen at BIS Abu Dhabi over the last two years as a parent – Senior Management with a vision, enthusiastic teachers with personalised attention, motivated & ambitious students and lastly, the community feeling that makes it warm and welcoming! I would recommend this school eyes closed.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023
  • The caring approach they have to make students of all abilities feel worthy and welcome is what attracted us 4 years ago and that has continued to follow through. My 3 children feel safe, secure and stimulated and we feel informed and confident that our children are being allowed to grow academically and personally, with their characters being encouraged to grow and not ‘moulded’.
    Read more
    Written February 25, 2023