What is a dual immersion at 50/50?
The GSM Elementary Program teaches a blended curriculum incorporating the "Thüringer Kompetenzlehrplan" for the German core subjects and US State Standards for ELA (reading, writing and phonics). The transdicipliary learning blocks summarized under the term "inquiry" entail content from US Social Studies, STEM/STEAM and the German "Sachkunde". Inquiry, as well as Math are taught bilingually, incorporating learning material from Europe and USA. GSM uses the Eureka Math Squared Curriculum.
What are the benefits of Bilingualism?
Bilingual education is the academic model of the future. Brain scans have shown that those who are bilingual have denser gray matter than their monolingual counterparts. Students starting GSM in Kindergarten without prior knowledge of German gain command of the language in a few months. A bilingual program is academically challenging by nature and fosters a culture of joyful learning. I'm Bilingual, what's your Superpower? Numerous studies have shown that preschool bilingual education has a positive impact on a child's cognitive abilities. By exposing children to at least two languages at an early age, their brains become more flexible and adaptable.
GSM Mission
GSM is a bilingual school for a multicultural world.
We promote a child-centered and international curriculum which fosters a joyful learning environment and shapes our learners to be knowledgeable, caring, and responsible global citizens.
GSM cultivates a culture of empathy and open-mindedness.
We promote cultural diversity, critical thinking, and a safe learning community where students are encouraged to take mindful actions.
Offerings
Educational Model
Small Classes
With a maximum class size of 16 (average 12) we ensure optimized student to teacher ratio.
Dual Immersion
Content-based instruction in German and English.
Meeting international standards
Curriculum and teaching methods meet the highest standards in US and Europe.
Transdisciplinary Learning
Concept-driven learning facilitated by expert teachers.
Culture & Community
International Community
Families represent not only German speaking countries with more than 20 languages.
Cultural Connections
German speaking artists and partner organizations enrich the educational experience.
Middle School Partnerships
Partnering with excellent international middle schools to provide a complete learning path.
Premier Tribeca Location
Warren Street locations are easily accessible by subway, making GSM ideal for all NYC neighborhoods and NJ.Â

What makes our teachers special?

Community
Why join our community? About GSM’s community We celebrate global mindedness! GSM is a diverse community with more than 20 languages spoken across our families. Families come from all of NYC’s boroughs and New Jersey.
Jobs at GSM
German School Manhattan accepts applications for employment on an ongoing basis. We’re currently accepting applications from administrators, elementary school educators and interns.
Preschool Partners

Non-discrimination policy
Statement of Inclusivity
GSM is an inclusive community that welcomes diverse students and staff, as it relates to race, ethnicity, family structure, religion, sexual orientation, gender, and physical ability. Our aim is to help students grow into thoughtful, contributing members of our increasingly diverse world.