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Welcome to GISA

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We welcome you to a virtual visit of our school. Founded in 1966, GISA is West Africa’s only officially recognized German school abroad. Located in Accra, Ghana, GISA offers a bilingual, holistic education from nursery to secondary level. It combines the Thuringian curriculum with Cambridge standards, emphasizing academic excellence, creativity, and intercultural learning. Around 130 students from 20+ nations are guided by a diverse international team. GISA promotes inc…

GISA at a glance

GISA at a glance

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24 August 2026
German pop music set the mood on Monday morning as the school community gathered on the basketball court for the first assembly of the still-young school year. More parents than usual also joined us, creating a lively and welcoming start to the new week together with our students and staff. “Today…
24 August 2026
During a relaxed afternoon by the sea, we had the pleasure of meeting Gerald Asamoah again – someone who has long been much more than just a partner of our school, but a true friend of GISA. Away from official appointments, there was plenty of time for personal conversations, shared memories and, o…
21 August 2026
As promised before the holidays: It’s here! Our second table tennis table is ready and waiting for exciting matches, fast rallies and new break-time challenges. Since last school year, another favourite activity has established itself at the German International School Accra alongside the all-time…
21 August 2026
On Monday, 17 August, our students began the new school year. We were especially pleased to welcome our new first graders as well as all new students and families to the German International School Accra. Our enrolment ceremony focused on getting to know one another, welcoming our new school commu…
19 August 2026
Creativity, language, culture, research and independent learning: during Project Time in Primary and Secondary School, our students are given the space to explore beyond subject boundaries, try out new ideas and develop their own projects. In Primary School, playful learning and creative work take…
19 August 2026
Coffee brings us together – German does too! Our new DaF Café is designed as an open and informal meeting place for everyone who would like to use their German, connect with others and enjoy a relaxed conversation over a cup of coffee. The DaF Café takes place from 7:45 to 8:30 a.m. at the Swiss C…
17 August 2026
With a joyful enrolment and welcome ceremony, the German International School Accra officially began the 2026/27 school year today. Students, parents and staff gathered on our basketball court to celebrate the start of a new school year and, above all, to warmly welcome the newest members of our sc…
15 August 2026
During our German as a Foreign Language Summer Programme, our students set off on a creative “journey around the world”. Together, they explored Europe, Africa and Asia and discovered different countries, cultures and traditions along the way. Through a variety of creative and playful activities…
14 August 2026
Before the new school year begins for our students next Monday, the past week at GISA was all about arriving, connecting and preparing together. From 10 to 14 August, our teaching staff came together for Induction Week. Following a shared welcome breakfast, we began by getting to know one another…
10 August 2026
As the new school year begins, our team continues to grow – and we are delighted to welcome new staff members as well as committed interns. They bring a wide range of experience, perspectives and talents to our school community. With Timo Adolphs, GISA gains an experienced teacher with a strong ba…

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