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Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), German Curriculum
Taught languages French, Spanish
Strengths Languages, STEM, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin is a private all-day school in Berlin-Zehlendorf offering Cambridge-based curricula in Primary and Secondary. The school serves ages 5 to 18 and provides continuous bilingual education in German and English from the entrance class onward. The school is organized as an entrance class, a primary school (1st–6th), and a secondary school (7th–12th). It is a state-approved alternative school in Berlin-Zehlendorf. Instruction is bilingual, with German and English taught from early years. The curriculum combines Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary programmes, extending to Gymnasium and Abitur pathways within a bilingual framework. The learning environment emphasizes self-organized, goal-oriented learning, media literacy, and the responsible and creative use of digital tools. Excellent IT equipment supports digital learning, and digital tools are used across subjects. The mission centers on appreciation, mindfulness, willingness to learn, and confidence. The school fosters a community and supports students in preparing for university studies worldwide.
Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin has instruction in German, English.
Location
Clayallee 328-334, 14169 Berlin, Zehlendorf. The Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin is a German-English bilingual all-day school in Berlin. It is accessible by S-Bahn Zehlendorf (S1) and U-Bahn Oskar-Helene-Heim (U3) with bus connections 623, 115, 118, 285.
Stages
German-English bilingual all-day school with Eingangsklasse (entrance class), Grundschule (primary), and Gymnasium (secondary).
Type
Private all-day school; bilingual German-English; private Ganztagesschule; continuous bilingual education from primary through Gymnasium to Abitur.
Additional learning support
Coaching and individualized learning support; development of social competencies.
Annual tuition at Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin ranges from EUR 10,500 for 2026/27.
Application / Admission Fees
- There is an administration fee of EUR 750 payable on conclusion of the school contract.
Tuition fees (monthly, with annual and per-term equivalents)
- Tuition is charged on a monthly basis according to family gross income and differs for learners up to and including grade 6 and for learners starting at grade 7. The monthly amounts and their annual and per-term equivalents (annual ÷ 3) are: - Annual gross family income starting at EUR 30,000: up to grade 6 — EUR 240 / month (EUR 2,880 per year; EUR 960 per term); starting at grade 7 — EUR 220 / month (EUR 2,640 per year; EUR 880 per term). - Annual gross family income starting at EUR 50,000: up to grade 6 — EUR 350 / month (EUR 4,200 per year; EUR 1,400 per term); starting at grade 7 — EUR 330 / month (EUR 3,960 per year; EUR 1,320 per term). - Annual gross family income starting at EUR 70,000: up to grade 6 — EUR 440 / month (EUR 5,280 per year; EUR 1,760 per term); starting at grade 7 — EUR 420 / month (EUR 5,040 per year; EUR 1,680 per term). - Annual gross family income starting at EUR 90,000: up to grade 6 — EUR 605 / month (EUR 7,260 per year; EUR 2,420 per term); starting at grade 7 — EUR 585 / month (EUR 7,020 per year; EUR 2,340 per term). - Annual gross family income starting at EUR 120,000: up to grade 6 — EUR 770 / month (EUR 9,240 per year; EUR 3,080 per term); starting at grade 7 — EUR 750 / month (EUR 9,000 per year; EUR 3,000 per term). - Annual gross family income starting at EUR 150,000: up to grade 6 — EUR 990 / month (EUR 11,880 per year; EUR 3,960 per term); starting at grade 7 — EUR 970 / month (EUR 11,640 per year; EUR 3,880 per term). - Annual gross family income starting at EUR 170,000: up to grade 6 — EUR 1,070 / month (EUR 12,840 per year; EUR 4,280 per term); starting at grade 7 — EUR 1,050 / month (EUR 12,600 per year; EUR 4,200 per term).
- Special minimum charges (income below EUR 30,000): first child EUR 100 / month (EUR 1,200 per year; EUR 400 per term), second child EUR 75 / month (EUR 900 per year; EUR 300 per term), third child EUR 50 / month (EUR 600 per year; EUR 200 per term), and EUR 25 / month (EUR 300 per year; EUR 100 per term) for each additional sibling. Under these minimums the administration fee, security deposit and service fee do not apply.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition amounts are described as monthly school fees; the administration fee (EUR 750) and the security deposit (EUR 500) are payable on conclusion of the school contract. The security deposit is refunded after leaving the school. A yearly service fee of EUR 100 is charged for provision and support of hardware and software.
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable to this school (no boarding fees are listed).
Catering and related charges
- All students are required to participate in lunch. A catering charge of EUR 75 / month applies starting at grade 7 (equivalent to EUR 900 per year; EUR 300 per term). Up to and including grade 6 the catering fee does not apply. Additional small charges for fresh fruit at breakfast break and all-day drinks are included in the stated catering charge.
Other costs and fees
- A service fee of EUR 100 per year for hardware and software provision and support. Administration fee EUR 750 and security deposit EUR 500 due at contract signing (security deposit refunded on exit). Costs for consumables, school clothing, excursions and school trips may be added. Second‑hand school clothing is available for a small contribution or provided free of charge if the family is financially needy. Sibling discounts apply: 20% discount for the second enrolled child; 30% discount for the third and each additional enrolled child.
After‑school care, vacation care and parental contributions
- Parental fees for supervised after‑school care (16:00–18:00, elementary school only) are handled via the local youth welfare office voucher system; the amount payable is determined by the youth welfare office and depends on family income, care hours and number of children (based on the Tagesbetreuungskostenbeteiligungsgesetz, TKBG). If you live in Brandenburg the relevant municipal authority determines and issues the contribution. Vacation care incurs additional costs determined by the youth welfare office.
Refund information
- The security deposit (EUR 500) is refunded after a learner leaves the school. No other explicit tuition refund policy is listed in the published fee information.
Fee payment options
- The published fee information does not specify accepted payment methods (for example credit card, direct debit or bank transfer) in the fee schedule itself. The administration fee and security deposit are required at contract signing.
Notes on discounts and financial support
- Families judged financially needy can apply for cost reduction or cost absorption for additional charges (consumables, excursions, etc.). The Würth Foundation may grant scholarships for families with a notice of receipt of citizens' allowance; applications to the Foundation are made via the school management. Sibling discounts apply as listed above.
Summary statement
- Tuition is charged monthly on an income‑dependent scale with separate monthly rates for up to grade 6 and starting at grade 7. Administration and security payments are due on signing, the security deposit is refundable on leaving, and additional charges (service fee, catering from grade 7, consumables, trips, clothing) apply as described above.
Academics
Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), German Curriculum for students aged 5 to 18.
Curriculum
Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin is a bilingual all-day school with classes taught in German and English starting in the entrance class. It consists of an entrance class, an elementary school (1st–6th grade) and a secondary school (7th–12th grade). The learning environment is designed to promote self-organized and goal-oriented learning. The school emphasizes media literacy and the responsible and creative use of digital tools and programmes. It is a state-approved alternative school in Berlin-Zehlendorf. The mission is defined by four attitudes: appreciation, mindfulness, willingness to learn and confidence.
Exam Results
Abitur 2025: The Class of 2025 achieved an average Abitur grade of 2.1.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin offers a bilingual, all-day program with German and English instruction from the entrance class. The learning environment promotes self-organized and goal-oriented study. Core attitudes are appreciation, mindfulness, willingness to learn and confidence. Individual coaching, school festivals, clubs (AGs), excursions and class trips promote a sense of community and respectful interaction.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
German and English are used for instruction from the entrance class.
Mental Wellbeing
Individual coaching and a sense of community support mental wellbeing.
Admissions
Admissions
Admission procedure: 1. Attend an information event (Info Afternoon, Info Evening or Open House) to learn about the pedagogical concept and organizational aspects. The dates for the next info events are listed on the admissions page. For start of school registration, information from the Senatsverwaltung is available here (also in English). 2. An admission application PDF is downloadable here. 3. After the application is reviewed by the Admissions Committee and the basic requirements are met, you will be invited to an admissions interview to get to know you as parents and your child and to determine whether the school is a suitable learning environment. 4. After the Admissions Committee has met, you will receive a written acceptance or rejection letter, or notification that your child is on the waiting list. If your position on the waiting list moves up, you will be informed.
Scholarships
Scholarships: The Würth Foundation awards several places at Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin as scholarships each year.
Waitlist
Waiting list: The Admissions Committee may place applicants on a waiting list; you will be informed if your child's position moves up.
FAQs
What ages does Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin serve?
Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin serves students aged 5 to 18.
What curriculum does Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin follow?
Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin is a bilingual all-day school with classes taught in German and English starting in the entrance class. It consists of an entrance class, an elementary school (1st–6th grade) and a secondary school (7th–12th grade)..
Where is Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin located?
Clayallee 328-334, 14169 Berlin, Zehlendorf. The Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin is a German-English bilingual all-day school in Berlin. It is accessible by S-Bahn Zehlendorf (S1) and U-Bahn Oskar-Helene-Heim (U3) with bus connections 623, 115, 118,.
What are the tuition fees?
**Application / Admission Fees**
- There is an administration fee of EUR 750 payable on conclusion of the school contract.
**Tuition fees (monthly, with annual and per-term equivalents)**
- Tuition is charged on a monthly basis according to.
How many students attend Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin?
The school has approximately 389 students.
What languages are taught?
German and English are taught; instruction is conducted in both languages from the entrance class through secondary education (12th grade).
How does the admissions process work?
Admission procedure: 1) Attend an information event (Info Afternoon, Info Evening or Open House) to learn about the pedagogical concept and organizational aspects. The dates for the next info events are listed on the admissions page. For start of.
What facilities does the school have?
Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin is a bilingual all-day school in Berlin-Zehlendorf consisting of an entrance class, a primary school (1st–6th grade) and a secondary school (7th–12th grade). Classes are taught in German and English. A beautifully.
What extracurricular activities are available?
A variety of clubs are offered, usually in the afternoon, as part of the regular school day. Clubs provide the opportunity to try out various interests and experience learning in a different way. Topics may include planting in the school garden,.
When was Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin founded?
Freie Schule Anne-Sophie Berlin was founded in 2011.
