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Why EBGIS | EBIHS

Why EBGIS | EBIHS?

A Unique, World-Centric School in Northern California

  • Dual-Language Immersion All students from Early Childhood through Grade 8 learn in both German and English through an integrated, inquiry-based curriculum.

  • Third Language from Grade 6 French or Spanish is added in middle school, giving students a strong foundation in global communication.

  • IB World School Our high school program offers the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, preparing students for top universities worldwide.

  • Personalized Learning Small class sizes mean individual attention and tailored support for every learner.

  • Inclusive and Welcoming No prior German experience? No problem. Our Early Childhood and High School programs are open to all language backgrounds.

Key Reasons Families Choose EBGIS

A purposefully designed pathway from Preschool through Grade 12

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Bilingual German–English Education

Daily, immersive German and English instruction develops strong literacy, cognitive flexibility, and cross-cultural communication skills.

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A Seamless Preschool–Grade 12 Continuum

From our Preschool program through EBIHS, students experience a coherent learning journey with consistent values, expectations, and support.

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Inquiry-Driven, Internationally Oriented Learning

Students don’t just memorize—they question, analyze, and apply their learning to real-world contexts. High school students may pursue the IB Diploma Programme (DP) at EBIHS.

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Small Classes & Whole-Child Support

Personalized attention, strong relationships, and a warm, inclusive culture where every student is known and supported.

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A Diverse, Welcoming Community

Our families come from across the Bay Area and around the world. Dozens of nationalities and home languages enrich our classrooms every day.

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Emeryville Location, East Bay Access

A vibrant, centrally located campus that connects learning with the Bay Area’s innovation, arts, and cultural resources.

Program Pathway

Outcomes that Matter

  • Confident, articulate multilingual communicators
  • Strong critical thinkers who take intellectual risks
  • Compassionate, globally-minded leaders and collaborators
  • Graduates prepared to thrive in university and beyond

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Questions about admissions, tuition or financial aid?

Contact us at admissions@ebgis.org.