At our bilingual primary school, we regularly welcome new students into grade one as well as in higher year groups. Starting at any point in the school year is possible if spots are available.
Please fill out our registration form online. Registration is non-binding, and we will contact you directly after reviewing your information to discuss the next steps. We may request additional documents, such as report cards, work samples or other information.
We’re excited to meet your child in person! A trial day offers a fantastic opportunity to see your child in action and explore together whether the Phorms concept is the ideal fit for their educational journey. On this special day, your child will engage in age-appropriate activities, make new friends, and experience a playful introduction to daily life at our school.
Our decision to proceed with the admissions process is based on several factors, including sibling enrolment, transfers from other Phorms schools, language requirements, and maintaining a balanced ratio of girls and boys.
For admission to higher grades, we take the time to thoroughly get to know your child and you. After reviewing the submitted school reports, your child will be invited to take an entrance test. Upon passing, they will attend lessons in the target class for five days—a wonderful opportunity to familiarise themselves with their new environment.
During this process, we’ll also hold a personal meeting with you to learn more about your family, your aspirations for your child, and your expectations for collaborating with the school.
If we can offer your child a spot at our school, we'll notify you by email. This message will include the contract, which you can conveniently sign digitally. Once the contract is completed, we'll be happy to officially welcome you and your child to our Phorms community!
If places are available, we are happy to organise trial days and a personal meeting with parents at short notice so that we can get to know each other. Please do not hesitate to contact us."
Registering is quick and easy—simply complete the online form on the Berlin Mitte website in just 5 minutes. Once we’ve received the necessary supporting documents and confirmed space availability, the admission process begins, tailored slightly to the specific class level.
Upon signing the school contract, an administration fee equivalent to 2.5 times the monthly school fee is required. For families with an income below €50,000, the administration fee is reduced to the amount of a single monthly fee.
The annual gross income is calculated based on the positive income of both legal guardians from the calendar year before last. Negative income cannot be offset. 50,000 € or more:567 €, 80,000 € or more:603 €, 130,000 € or more:829 €.
For incomes up to €130,000 per year, proof must be provided through the income tax assessment notice or provisional documentation, such as an income tax certificate. For the highest income bracket, no proof is required.
Families with a gross annual income of less than €50,000 may qualify for reduced tuition fees. This requires legally binding proof of income and financial circumstances to be submitted annually.
The monthly school fees for primary school range from €118 to €519, and for secondary school, from €118 to €698. Additionally, the administration fee is reduced to the amount of a single monthly fee.
In addition to the stated fees, there may be additional costs for teaching and learning materials, mandatory school clothing, excursions, school trips, and any fee-based afternoon classes.
Our scholarships recognise outstanding academic and social achievements, supporting the continued development of talented children. Each scholarship is valid for one school year and can provide up to €150 per month. This opportunity is exclusively available to students at Phorms Berlin schools who have been enrolled with us for at least one year.
Students enjoy a varied and nutritious lunch provided by our caterer, 3 Köche. Lunch registration is required, and costs are covered by the Berlin Senate. Additional catering options are available for a contribution of €33.
Starting in the 6th year of enrolment, Phorms offers a loyalty discount of 10% on school fees, which increases to 20% after 10 years. Lateral entrants who join Year 7 of the grammar school qualify for the 10% loyalty bonus from their 4th year onwards, beginning in Year 11.
If you register more than one child, you will benefit from our sibling discount.
The full monthly school fee applies to the eldest child. The second eldest receives a 25% discount, the third eldest enjoys a 50% reduction, and the fourth and all subsequent children benefit from a 75% discount on school fees.
In Germany, under certain conditions, parental contributions and support association fees may be deductible as childcare expenses on your tax return. According to Section 10 (1) No. 5 EStG, up to two-thirds of childcare-related expenses—up to a maximum of €4,800 per child—can be deducted, provided the child lives in the taxpayer's household.
Please note that expenses for lessons, private tutoring, sports, or other leisure activities are not tax-deductible. For detailed advice on your individual situation, we recommend consulting your tax advisor.
Do you have questions about our school or the registration process? We will be delighted to assist you with any queries.
Aleksandra Cvetkovic
Admissions Counselor | Primary School
