Regular Schedule
TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2026
Die GISW richtet sich nach dem regul盲ren Stundenplan. Die Schule 枚ffnet p眉nktlich.
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GISW operates on a regular schedule. The school opens on time.
GISW age and entry requirements
Enrolling in Preschool
- GISW鈥檚 two year-old-program is open to students who have turned two. No exceptions. Being potty-trained is not a requirement for the year-old-program.
- Preschoolers of the 3 and 4 year old program need to be potty-trained.
- Students enrolling in all age levels of the GISW Preschool are NOT required to have any previous German language knowledge skills.
Enrolling in School Entry Level (SEL)
- GISW School Entry Level is open to students who turned five years old by July 31 of the same calendar year. Students applying to SEL do not need to speak German.
Enrolling in 1st Grade
- Children who turn six (6) years old by July 31 of the calendar year are eligible to enroll in 1st grade. Basic German Language knowledge required.
- Children who turn six (6) years old between August 1 and December 31 of the calendar year may be admitted to 1st grade based on a written request by their parents, and after an evaluation and consultations between educators of the School Entry Level and the Elementary School.
Please note: Written parent requests need to be submitted to Admissions at admissions@giswashington.org by April 15 of the same calendar year. No exceptions.
Please note: Due to strict regulations by the German Ministry of Education, GISW is unable to accept any new students in Grade 12.