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American and German
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Ages 3 to 18

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CityNew York City
CurriculumsAmerican and German
Leaving qualificationsUS Diploma and Abitur
Languages of instructionEnglish and German
Age RangeAges 3 to 18
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Quick summary of key school information

Leaving qualifications US Diploma and Abitur
Language of instruction English and German
Native English and German teachers
Extra languages (other than English and German)
Class sizes Average 16 students / class
Maximum 20 students / class
Extracurricular activities
School bus
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Yearly fees: from: $27,500
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Address: 50 Partridge Road White Plains, NY 10605, USA
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Number of students

420

Number of nationalities represented in the school

Over 32 nationalities are represented at GISNY.

Most common nationality

Most students are from German-speaking countries and may have lived in several countries before coming to New York. A growing number of students was either born in the United States or have lived the majority of their lives in the US. GISNY students speak a variety of languages with their families at home, including but not limited to German, English, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Arabic, Tagalog and Thai.

Ratio of local students to international students

Increasing number of local students with 44% in GISNY's Lower School.

Native English and German speaking teachers

Yes

Language support for students not fluent in English and German

Yes

Additional language classes offered by the school

Spanish, French, Latin

Max. number of students per class

20

Average number of students per class

16

Does the school employ teaching assistants?

Yes

Use of technology in the classroom

Lower School Technology
Students are introduced to technology gradually starting in first grade and progressively learn to use various technology in more in depth ways as they reach fourth grade. Technology use is integrated into lessons through content area subjects, but no formal technology classes are taught. Students in grades 1st to 4th also use iPads and Chromebooks during their lessons to use programs such as, Power Point, Google Documents, educational apps, and conduct internet research. All Lower School classrooms have Smart Boards, iPads and/or Chromebooks, Apple TV, and shared wireless printers. In addition, our Kindergarten and Pre-K classes share and use iPads for special projects and educational programs.

Middle & Upper School Technology
In the Middle School, students expand upon the knowledge and practice they received in the Lower School as technology education becomes more in-depth. Students receive a weekly technology class in fifth grade. Students in grades 5-12 have school email addresses and use the Office 365 online program in their homeroom and content area classes. There are a variety of technological devices within the Middle and Upper Schools such as, Apple TVs and Smart Boards in each classroom and four mobile technology carts with iPads and Chromebooks.

Beginning in 9th grade, students bring their own devices to school. Students in these classes transition from the traditional teaching and learning model to modified electronic learning. Meaning that, students use their preferred device to take notes, create presentations, conduct research, and use online educational materials such as, online textbooks. Students still have certain materials that are “hard copies”, but predominately use technology in this blended learning approach.

Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures)

Yes, GISNY is well equipped for virtual classroom lessons.

External examinations or assessments available

New York State High School Diploma; German International Abitur / Deutsche Internationale Abiturprüfung (DIA); German Secondary School Certificate / Realschulabschluss

Do teachers assign homework to their students?

Yes

Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation

100%

Student access to education psychologist

Yes

Deadline for registration (new academic year)

GISNY has a rolling admissions process, which means it does not have a firm application deadline. GISNY receives the majority of applications September - February.

Students can join after academic year begins

Yes

School bus service available

No

School provided lunches

Yes

Uniform required

No

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

GISNY offers over 40 after school classes, clubs and activities.

Sports teams or sport competitions available for students

Yes

Facilities at the school

Library, theater, science labs, art room

Sports facilities at the school

Gymnasium, Soccer Field, Basketball, Track and Field

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

Expand your child’s world at German International School New York (GISNY), an independent, bilingual Pre-K through Grade 12 college preparatory school where locals and expats alike receive remarkable preparation for wherever the future takes them. German-inspired and internationally minded, GISNY motivates students to experiment, collaborate, create, and think critically as they build their well-rounded educational foundation. Our small, vibrant community is dedicated to nurturing both the mind and the heart, providing a safe and welcoming environment that feels like an extended family. Located close to New York City, our beautiful campus offers wide-open green spaces with plenty of room to explore, play, or just recharge. The benefits of the GISNY experience are unmatched. Here, your child will find everything they need for all that comes next. Their world is waiting.

Teaching approach of the school

GISNY sees itself as a community that encourages open-mindedness, tolerance and global awareness.
As a school, GISNY strives to foster and develop the German and English languages and promote German, Austrian, Swiss and American culture.

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