About
German School of Fremont offers German-language classes for children and teens, with Parent and Me sessions that include singing, interactive story-time, and arts and crafts in German. It also offers beginner, intermediate, and advanced classes that cover speaking, reading, writing, and German culture, along with online adult classes.
Programs
- Parent and Me — Approx. 18 months - 3.5 to 4 years · One-hour class with singing, interactive story-time, arts and crafts, all in German. No prior German language required for parents or children.
- C1a Class (Beginner Level) — 3.5 to 6 years · Potty-trained and ability to follow basic directions required. Both native and non-native German speakers are welcome.
- C1b Class (Beginner Level) — 7 to 9 years · Some previous basic knowledge of spoken German is encouraged but not required.
- C1c Class (Intermediate Level) — 9 to 11 years · Previous knowledge of spoken and written German at the C1b level is required, or passing a proficiency test from the C1b level.
- C2 Class (Accelerated Beginner Class for older students) — 10 to 13 years · Students gain basic proficiency in speaking, reading and writing in German and learn about the cultures of German-speaking countries.
- C3 Class (Intermediate & Advanced Level) — 11 to 13 years · Previous knowledge of the spoken and written language at the C1B and C1c levels is required, or passing a proficiency test from the C1c level.
- C4 Class (Advanced Level) — 13 to 15 years · Students must meet the prerequisites of the A2/B1 Level and be able to speak, read and write fluently in German.
- Young Adult Class — 15 to 17 years old · Designed for students with extensive prior knowledge of German; taught at the B2/C1 Level.
- DSD II and AP Exam Prep Class — 15 to 17 years old · Designed for students with extensive prior knowledge of German; taught at the B2/C1 Level.
- A1 (Beginner Level) — ONLINE · Adult class intended for beginners at the CEFR A1 level.
- A2 (Intermediate Level) — ONLINE · Adult class for students who have already passed A1 (A1.1) at GSF or have acquired basic knowledge elsewhere.
- A3 (Advanced Level) — ONLINE · Adult class for advanced beginner through low intermediate learners.
At a glance
- Ages: 3–18 years old
- General schedule: Classes are held every Saturday from 9:30 am to 12:00 noon during semesters. Year-round school program provides in-person children classes at the campus. Teenager DSD and AP German prep class and adult classes are held online. Summer camp classes take place from 9am to 3pm.
About the provider
The school was founded in 1963. It offers a library for currently enrolled GSF students with weekly borrowing and returning of materials, and the library depends on volunteering and donations. Students take the National German Exam in upper classes, and some classes prepare students for DSD I, DSD II, AP German, IVA exams, and the National German Exam.
Minimum age for enrollment is 3 years old. Children need to be fully potty-trained, except for parent and child class. Library items may be borrowed by currently enrolled GSF students, up to three items per cycle, and borrowed items must be returned before new items can be checked out. Some classes allow free healthy snack and a brief break. Advance reservation is required for A4.
Last updated October 10, 2026.
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