Welcome to Phorms—the private German-English kindergarten and school located in the heart of Steglitz-Zehlendorf. From the very beginning through graduation, we accompany your child along their individual path, empowering them to become open-minded architects of their educational journey. Our emphasis on STEM, our recognition as a "House of Little Researchers," and our dedication to cultivating essential future skills foster curiosity, the joy of discovery, and a passion for lifelong learning.
From the age of one, your child is immersed in a bilingual world - playfully and naturally! Native-speaking teachers and educational staff accompany the children in German and English using the immersion method. From kindergarten graduation from secondary school, they grow up in an environment that enriches them linguistically and personally.
At Phorms, children and young people develop important skills that prepare them for the future. Project-based work, critical thinking and creative problem solving are just as much a focus as social skills and personal development. The safe and reflective use of digital media is also an integral part of everyday school life – for confident and responsible participation in the world of tomorrow.
In addition to a spacious school building, our campus also offers plenty of space for fun and exercise thanks to its green schoolyard and two sports fields. Our campus also has well-equipped specialist rooms, which is reflected in our state-of-the-art science labs and our Maker Space in the STEM area.
Phorms Berlin Süd is defined by its welcoming, international atmosphere. Situated in the green suburbs of Berlin, the school offers your child the opportunity to experience the city’s rich diversity and cosmopolitan spirit, perfectly reflecting our motto: Local Schools – Global Education.
Our focus is on developing your child's unique talents. Abilities are identified early and specifically fostered through initiatives such as remedial lessons and the revolving 'Digitale Drehtür' model. An engaging afternoon programme and various competitions further enhance the learning experience.
At Phorms Campus Berlin Süd, your child will enjoy comprehensive all-day care. Thanks to the modern facilities and our specialization in STEM subjects, your child's individual talents and abilities will be optimally promoted. We also offer a varied afternoon program with exciting activities and an attractive vacation program that brings social and cultural diversity to life.
Our campus is located in the green south-west of Berlin in the middle of Steglitz-Zehlendorf. Today, the area around Monroe Park is not only a green oasis with many parks and playgrounds, but also looks back on a past steeped in history: from the Telefunken factories to today's Hollywood productions.
where children and young people feel safe and supported."
STEM education encompasses mathematics, computer science, natural sciences, and technology. To equip our students for the demands of a rapidly evolving world, we continuously develop and strengthen our STEM profile. Alongside our bilingual approach, this emphasis ensures our students receive an optimal education, well-prepared for future challenges.
Every year, we organize a campus-wide project week in which thematic networks are created from kindergarten to secondary school. Everything revolves around environmental awareness, sustainability and physical and mental health (education for sustainable development, ESD). At primary school, this takes the form of real-life problems that are dealt with in an interdisciplinary manner. Students receive input from teachers, guest speakers and excursions and can thus develop their own solutions.
To ensure effective and personalised learning, we maintain a balanced class size. For example, there are currently 24 children per class in the secondary school.
We are proud of our diverse English-speaking community. Our native-speaking teaching staff come from every English-speaking country in the world.
Yes, we have a clothing collection. Primary school students are obliged to choose tops and sportswear from this collection.
At our campus, we support children and young people on their bilingual education path - from kindergarten school to their graduation from secondary school. We not only promote academic skills but also place particular emphasis on the personal development and social interaction of each individual child.
Our educational specialists are enthusiastic teachers, learners and companions. They pass on their own passion and positive attitude to learning to the students - enriched by cultural and linguistic diversity as well as local characteristics.
To ensure that our children and young people remain self-confident and curious, we create a respectful and tolerant atmosphere in which both individual development opportunities and a sense of community on campus are encouraged.
Our aim is to empower our students to enjoy lifelong learning by strengthening their self-image and equipping them with the knowledge, skills, attitudes and values they need to shape their future.
Valérie Hardt
Campus Director and Head of Secondary School
Elizabeth Burrows
Head of Primary School
Timo Bruckmann
Head of Kindergarten
Nicole Häusler
Head of Kindergarten
Kerstin Riese
Coordinator Afternoon Programme
Sandra Exner
Administration Manager
Pia Moutsinga
Head of Admissions
Christian Heine
Managing Director
Do you have questions about our school or the administration process? We will be delighted to assist you with any queries.
Corinna Scheuring
Admissions Counselor | Secondary School