Learn German in Frankfurt

Germany’s most cosmopolitan city, Frankfurt has glimmering skyscrapers and ancient Roman history. Go to the Wiesbaden casino, where Elvis Presley, Richard Wagner and Fyodor Dostoyevsky tried their luck. Visit clubs that people come from London and Berlin to party at night, and see buildings dating back to the 14th century.

Along the banks of the river Main, you will find most of the city’s over 30 museums lined up. In the summer, you can play volleyball on its large sandy beaches with palm trees. There is something for everyone here in Frankfurt - a wonderful place to learn German.

German Language School in Frankfurt

School Location: The German school in Frankfurt is situated in the Sachsenhausen district, a neighborhood mostly untouched by World War II bombing, and very close to the river Main. The school is next to an underground train station.

School Facilities: The school in Frankfurt has seven classrooms that are comfortable and equipped with hi-tech teaching equipment. There is a self-study center with CD’s and other teaching media, a computer lab with seven stations, an internet café with Wi-Fi and a student lounge with drink vending machines.

Teachers: All German teachers have university degrees, are trained in teaching German as a second language and are native speakers. They are hired for their dedication to enthusiasm for imparting their language to their students. Many speak additional languages, as well.

Materials: Approximately €15 per month

School Accreditations

• Member of FIYTO (Federation of International Youth Travel Organizations).
• Winner of “Best German Language School” award from Language Travel Magazine.
• Member of EAQUALS.
• Recognized by CSN of Sweden.
• Member of ALTO.
• Member of FaDaF.
• Recognized by GfdS (German Language Society).
• Official TestDaF center.

German Courses in Frankfurt

Start Dates: German courses in Frankfurt begin every Monday, except for absolute beginners who can start on the following dates: Jan 3, Mar 7, Apr 4, May 2, June 6, July 4, Aug 1, Oct 4, Nov 7.

Lessons: 45 minutes.

Class Size:  Average of 10 to 12; maximum of 15.

Levels: All.

Includes: Cultural activities (for group courses), university advisory service (for group courses), Opportunity to take GfDS exam for stays of 8 weeks or more (minimum language level of B1 or intermediate).

Specialized Courses: Business German, TestDAF examination preparation.

Frankfurt German Course Fees (Euros)

High season supplement (Jun 28 – Aug 27): 25 per week.

Language learning and cultural activities

For its group courses, the school organizes two weekday activities every week (2-3 activities plus a weekend excursion per week in the months of July and August). These are included with tuition, but do not include admission and travel costs and consist of trips to various interesting and historical sites in Frankfurt and trips to the Rhine valley, Heidelberg and Wurzburg.

Accommodation in Frankfurt

Options: Home stay, Shared apartment, Youth hostel, Hotel.

Type: Single, Double.

Description: Home stay - single and double rooms, breakfast only, half board, shared bath.

Shared apartment - sharing with either Frankfurt residents or other students, single room, kitchen access, no meals, shared bathroom.

Youth hostel - single or double (for students traveling together) rooms, no meals or breakfast only, private bath.

Hotel - single or double rooms, breakfast only, TV, wardrobe, private bath.

Meal Plans: No meals, Breakfast only, Half board.

Travel Time to School: No more than 45 minutes.

Airport Pickup: 50€.

Accommodation Fees (Euros)