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Explore this location ↗International School Ruhr Fees 2026/27: €12,500–€19,400 a year · Day
Essen, Germany
3–18 years
IB PYP, IB MYP, IB Diploma
English
Day school
Fees checked 2026-10-01Fees 2026/2027
International School Ruhr fees for 2026/27 are €12,500 for Early Years 1–3 tuition; €18,000 for Grades 6–8 tuition; €19,400 for Grades 11–12 tuition a year.
€12,500–19,400
Annual tuition
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| Stage / provision | Annual tuition |
|---|---|
| Early Years 1–3 tuition | €12,500 |
| Grades 1–5 tuition | €17,700 |
| Grades 6–8 tuition | €18,000 |
| Grades 9–10 tuition | €18,000 |
| Grades 11–12 tuition | €19,400 |
Annual tuition; one-time admissions fee €3,500 and optional care are separate.
Annual tuition only. Other published grade tuition ranges from €17,700 to €19,400; €3,500 one-time admissions fee and optional care are separate.
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The known first-year cost at International School Ruhr for a Grade 11; full-year tariff day pupil is €22,900 in 2026/27: €19,400 tuition and a €3,500 admission fee.
First-year cost 2026/27
Known costs for a Grade 11; full-year tariff day pupil
- Tuition
- €19,400
- Admission fee · one-off
- €3,500
Not included: exams, meals, transport (amounts or applicability not fully confirmed).
Fee sources, checked 5 Nov 2026
Key facts
Admissions & entry points
Joining the schoolApplications can be considered during the year, subject to age, academic requirements and space.
Joining the school
Applications can be considered during the year, subject to age, academic requirements and space. The process uses MySchool. Families provide three years of reports, a school recommendation for Grades 1–12, the child’s passport and vaccination documentation. Admissions then explains the assessment and next steps for the relevant stage.
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Language and learning support
The school says its published tuition includes pastoral care and support for English as an Additional Language learners. The extent of specialist provision for a particular child still needs confirmation before applying.
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Age range and day-school provision
The school-hosted brochure describes IS Ruhr as a day school for ages 3–18. Its current curriculum page also describes English as the language of instruction.
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Learning & qualifications
About International School RuhrInternational School Ruhr in Essen offers the IB continuum, with early years from age three, primary classes and secondary educat…
About International School Ruhr
International School Ruhr in Essen offers the IB continuum, with early years from age three, primary classes and secondary education through Grade 12.
Sources reviewed 14 September 2026
School stages
International School Ruhr in Essen offers the IB continuum, with early years from age three, primary classes and secondary education through Grade 12.
Learning and qualifications
IS Ruhr is an English-medium full-day school with preschool from age 3. It offers PYP, MYP in Grades 6–10 and the Diploma in Grades 11–12. Recognition of qualifications in Germany depends on the pupil’s subjects and grades. Families should check these requirements when choosing a Diploma combination.
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Support, school day & campus
Campus and daily lifeThe school is in Essen and is part of SBW Haus des Lernens.
Campus and daily life
The school is in Essen and is part of SBW Haus des Lernens. The website lists catering, extracurricular activities and a parents’ association. Confirm the exact teaching location for the chosen year group. Check the daily journey, meals and activity timetable; a whole-school facilities list may not apply equally to every stage.
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School address
The school publishes this contact address: Villa Koppers, Moltkeplatz 61 + 1, 45138.
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First-year budget & additional costs
2026/27 tuition, optional care and examination costsThe 2026/27 annual tuition remains €12,500 for Early Years 1–3, €17,700 for Grades 1–5, €18,000 for…
2026/27 tuition, optional care and examination costs
The 2026/27 annual tuition remains €12,500 for Early Years 1–3, €17,700 for Grades 1–5, €18,000 for Grades 6–10 and €19,400 for Grades 11–12. The one-time admissions fee is €3,500. The annual fee schedule separately lists €675 for Early Years morning care and €675 for Primary morning care, from 07:30 to 08:00. After-school care is priced according to the activities booked; the listed hours are 15:30–17:00, or 12:30–16:00 on Wednesdays. IB examination charges depend on the fees published by the IB. These additional services and examination charges are not a single compulsory extra for every pupil.
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Location
International School Ruhr
Villa Koppers, Moltkeplatz 61 + 1, 45138, Essen, Germany
Parents also ask
How much are International School Ruhr fees?
International School Ruhr fees for 2026/27 are €12,500 for Early Years 1–3 tuition; €18,000 for Grades 6–8 tuition; €19,400 for Grades 11–12 tuition a year.
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How much does the first year at International School Ruhr cost?
The known first-year cost at International School Ruhr for a Grade 11; full-year tariff day pupil is €22,900 in 2026/27: €19,400 tuition and a €3,500 admission fee. Exams, meals and transport are not included.
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Sources & field verification dates
Sources and dates appear beside each detail above. School-reported information may change; confirm the offer for your child.
https://www.is-ruhr.de/curriculum
https://www.is-ruhr.de/aufnahmeprozess
https://www.is-ruhr.de/en/fees-and-scholarships/
https://www.is-ruhr.de/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ISR_School-Fees.2026_2027_Update.pdf
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