German Swiss International School, Hong Kong
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$25K – US$33K
Curriculum: IB · British
Age Range: 3–18
Students: ~1,300
Location: The Peak, Hong Kong
Updated February 2026
In Brief
German Swiss International School offers dual-stream education through German International (leading to Abitur) and English International (IGCSE/IB) pathways, with exceptional IB results averaging 41.0 points. Founded in 1969 on The Peak, it serves 1,300 students from 27 countries with premium fees but strong academic outcomes and unique German government support for its German stream graduates.
Located on The Peak with its main campus at 11 Guildford Road, GSIS operates two distinct educational streams serving students aged 3-18. The German International Stream follows an eight-year Gymnasium curriculum based on Thuringia standards, culminating in the German International Abitur (DIA) which provides graduates with free tuition and visa support for German universities. The English International Stream delivers the National Curriculum for England through IGCSEs and the IB Diploma Programme, with strong German language components from Year 2. Both streams emphasize multilingual education including German, English, Mandarin, Latin, and French.
Under Principal Ulrich Weghoff, the school has achieved recognition as one of Hong Kong's top academic performers with IB averages of 41.0 points - among the highest in the territory. The fully refurbished Peak campus features modern science laboratories, music and art rooms, black box theatre, indoor swimming pool, rooftop sports pitch, and dual gymnasiums. With students from 27 countries, GSIS maintains its founding German-Swiss heritage while serving a diverse international community. Annual fees range from HK$123,700 for Kindergarten to HK$256,700 for upper secondary, positioning it among Hong Kong's premium international schools but without additional annual levies.
What parents value
- –Exceptional IB results averaging 41.0 points, among Hong Kong's highest
- –Unique dual-stream system offering both German Abitur and IB pathways
- –German stream graduates receive free tuition and visa support for German universities
- –Diverse student body representing 27 countries
- –Modern facilities on prestigious Peak location with recent refurbishments
- –Strong multilingual education program
- –Part of German Schools Abroad network with government backing
- –High teacher salaries attracting quality staff
Points of consideration
- –Premium fee structure among Hong Kong's most expensive schools
- –Peak location may be inconvenient for families not living nearby
- –German stream requires commitment to eight-year Gymnasium pathway
- –Limited availability due to high demand and selective admissions
- –Priority admissions given to German, Swiss, and Austrian nationals
- –Two separate campuses with Kindergarten at Pok Fu Lam
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 4 | 25,161 |
| Primary | 6 | 26,017 |
| Lower Secondary | 6 | 31,011 |
| Upper Secondary | 14 | 32,786 |
Fees converted from HKD. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee (Kindergarten) | 300 |
| Application Fee (Primary/Secondary) | 473 |
| Assessment Fee (Kindergarten) | 300 |
| Assessment Fee (Primary/Secondary) | 473 |
| Standard Debenture (refundable) | 102,178 |
| Development Debenture | 44,703 |
| Capital Levy (new students only) | 5,109 |
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Academic Results
2025 IB Results: 100% pass rate, 75% of students scored 40+ points, with at least one perfect score of 45 (WhichSchoolAdvisor). Average IBDP scores in recent years: 40 (2024), 40 (2023), 41 (2022), 42 (2021) (WhichSchoolAdvisor). 2024 IGCSE Results: 65% A (Grade 8+), 91% A or A (Grade 7+), with 41 out of 74 students achieving A /A in all subjects (GSIS School Profile).
Extra Curriculars
Sports: Football (BVB International Academy partner), Field Hockey, Cricket, Netball, Basketball, Ball Hockey, Volleyball, Gymnastics, Fencing, Tennis, Dance, Swimming, Rock Climbing, Athletics, Cross Country, Squash (GSIS Sports). Arts/Music: Visual Arts, Drama, Music (choirs, orchestras, ensembles), German-Swiss Music Ambassadors leadership programme (GSIS Art, Music, Drama). Clubs/Service: Student Council, Prefects, House System (4 houses), Academic Societies, Global Initiatives Group community service, Discovery Week (trips to Germany, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, Philippines) (GSIS Leadership and Service).
The Peak Campus: 25-metre indoor swimming pool, indoor and outdoor multi-sport facilities, outdoor basketball court, fitness studio, black box theatre, science labs, and professional music and art rooms (GSIS Sports, WhichSchoolAdvisor). Pok Fu Lam Campus: Outdoor adventure playground, library, treehouse classrooms, and dedicated indoor PE room (GSIS Campuses). No boarding houses (day school only).
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
- Registered with Hong Kong Education Bureau listed on official EDB international schools directory for both campuses
- Not publicly listed.
Accreditations
- CIS Council of International Schools membership confirmed
- \"Excellent German School Abroad\" quality seal by Federal State Inspection of German Schools Abroad BLI, 2023
- Not publicly listed.
Memberships
- FOBISIA participates in events
- German Schools Abroad ZfA network
- Not publicly listed.
Student Body
Total enrolment: Approximately 1,300 students (Wikipedia). Nationalities: 27+ countries (GSIS Home). Average class size: 13-28 students (HK Education Bureau).
Leadership
Alexandra Freigang-Krause - Principal
Alexandra Freigang-Krause is a German educator with nearly 30 years of experience in education, beginning her career teaching English and French at Emil-von-Behring Gymnasium in Spardorf, Germany.
