German Language School of the North Bay

The German Language School of the North Bay offers Saturday morning German language classes along with Special Interest classes. The program includes events that give participants the opportunity to use German in engaging and useful activities, as well as fun social interactions and culturally meaningful events. It offers classes for children and adults of all ages and levels, and a limited number of classes are also available online.

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Schedule: Saturday mornings from 9:30am until noon from September through May, excluding holidays

The German Language School of the North Bay was founded in 1967 in Novato, California, and has served Marin, Sonoma, and Napa counties since 1967 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. It operates as a non-profit Saturday school and community committed to furthering the language, culture, and customs of German-speaking countries. Most instructors are from German-speaking countries and possess teaching credentials, and the school is led by an all-volunteer Board of Directors. The program offers a selection of Special Interest classes, both online and in person, throughout the school year and the summer. It is a proud member of the non-profit German American School Association of Northern California (GASANC) and is also connected with other clubs, schools, and organizations associated with German culture, language, and events in San Francisco and the North Bay. Events connect participants to the language, cultures, and traditions of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, and most events are open to everyone.

Last updated May 11, 2026.