German International School Toronto is a Canadian Curriculum / IB Diploma / Bespoke Curriculum school in Toronto, Canada. Founded in 2000. Annual tuition ranges from $10,700 to $21,926 USD.
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Scholarships Available
Tuition assistance is available in a limited number of cases based on financial need, assessed by Apple Financial Services. Assistance can be up to 50% of tuition and does not apply to registration, acceptance, or extended care fees. Applications must be submitted by May 1; the process typically takes four to six weeks. Final decisions rest with the Board of Trustees. Annual renewal is required.
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German International School Toronto (GIST) is an international day school in Toronto, Canada, offering a trilingual program in German, English, and French for students aged 3 to 17, from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. The school blends the Thuringian German curriculum with the Ontario Canadian curriculum and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for senior students. GIST holds a STEAM_MINT profile and a Seal of Excellence from the Federal President of Germany, with a strong focus on multilingualism, science education, and community engagement.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Trilingual program in German, English, and French blending the Thuringian German curriculum with the Ontario Canadian curriculum and IB Diploma Programme; STEAM_MINT profile with Seal of Excellence from the Federal President of Germany; Three Step German Program (GermanFasttrack, GermanPlus, GermanPro) with free language support; strong emphasis on multilingualism, science education, and community engagement; Germany–Canada dual affiliation.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Grades 1-4 (Local) | CAD 14,178~$ 10,425 |
| Grades 5-12 (Local) | CAD 15,044~$ 11,062 |
| Kindergarten (Local) | CAD 10,700~$ 7,868 |
| Grades 1-4 (Corporate) | CAD 20,942~$ 15,399 |
| Grades 5-12 (Corporate) | CAD 21,926~$ 16,122 |
| Kindergarten (Corporate) | CAD 17,013~$ 12,510 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: CA$14,460 - CA$29,630. Application fee: $111.
Admissions Process
- 1Explore: Request the digital information package including general school information, fee schedule, yearly calendar, and Application for Admission form. 2. Apply: Complete the online application portal form; after submission with the non-refundable CAD 150 registration fee and supporting documents, processing begins. Pre-Kindergarten applicants must first complete the waitlist application form and email it to [email protected]. 3. Meet: Arrange an in-person tour or virtual meeting with the Admissions team; trial days and family ambassadors are available. 4. Enroll: If approved by the principal and registration fee paid, the Enrollment Agreement is sent; return the signed agreement and pay the CAD 2,500 enrollment fee to secure the spot.
Admissions Details
For Pre-Kindergarten applications, complete the waitlist application form and email it to [email protected].
School Day
Kindergarten: 7:30 AM–1:15 PM, with aftercare until 3:15 PM or 5:30 PM. Grades 1–4: 7:45 AM–1:15 PM, with aftercare until 3:15 PM or 5:30 PM. Grades 5–12: 7:45 AM–3:15 PM, with aftercare until 3:15 PM or 5:30 PM.
Student Life
School uniform is required for all students. In kindergarten, uniforms are worn for special occasions and once a week. Uniforms can be ordered online from InSchoolwear or through the school's ordering process.
Twice a week students may order a meal through the Lunch Lady Program. There is also a Pizza Day once a week; on all other days, parents provide lunch.
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School Background
Not-for-profit corporation under Ontario law; governed by a Board of Trustees with elected directors serving two-year terms (maximum nine directors); day-to-day operations managed by the Principal and School Management Team.
Seal of Excellence from the Federal President of GermanySTEAM_MINT profile designation