Building Bridges

Building Bridges

Building Bridges

Building Bridges

Building Bridges

Building Bridges

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Welcome to GISA

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…

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Newsletter 11.09.2026

11 September 2026

Having a say, trying things out, arguing a point and taking responsibility – these ideas ran like a common thread through our week. Class 4 turned a very concrete playground issue into a democratic project, Classes 5 and 6 experienced a citizens’ assembly in ancient Athens, Classes 7 and 8 negotiat…

Fresh Ideas from Potsdam: Benno Gerks Enriches GISA

11 September 2026

This week once again showed just how valuable the exchange between schools and universities can be at the German International School Accra. Our intern Benno Gerks, who studies History and Sports at the University of Potsdam, taught his own lesson in Grade 9 on Friday on the topic of the “Christma…

German Connects: From Language to Opportunity

10 September 2026

On Saturday, 31 October 2026, the German International School Accra will once again become a meeting place for German language, culture, education and Ghanaian-German exchange. From 3 to 6 PM, we will celebrate German Language Day under this year’s motto: “German Connects: From Language to Opportun…

Design the Door! – Creative Competition for Our Football Academy

10 September 2026

There is something new to create at GISA – and this time, we need the ideas of our students! The door to the Football Academy’s equipment room is getting a completely new look. What is currently a simple wooden surface will become a real eye-catcher that reflects our school, sport and our vibrant s…

Newsletter 04.09.2026

04 September 2026

Our third week of school was filled with many small and big discoveries: students discussed, researched, calculated, read, created and experimented – from producing their first data charts to exploring philosophical questions about happiness, nature and civil courage, as well as writing fables, giv…

Excellence Scholarship Programme 2027: Opening Opportunities, Supporting Potential

03 September 2026

With the Excellence Scholarship Programme (ESP), the German International School Accra is once again offering high-achieving and motivated children in Ghana the opportunity to become part of the GISA school community. The programme is open to children aged 9 to 11 who meet both the academic and fin…

A New Companion in School Life: Rocky Joins Ethics Class

31 August 2026

Today, our Ethics lesson had a very special guest: Rocky joined the class for the very first time. 🐶 And the premiere could hardly have gone better. The students welcomed Rocky calmly, attentively and with great enthusiasm. At the same time, it was wonderful to see how naturally consideration, re…

Taking Responsibility Together – Our Monday Assembly

31 August 2026

This week’s Monday Assembly focused on an important part of school life: taking responsibility, having a voice and actively contributing to our school community. First of all, there was plenty to celebrate. Congratulations to Haitham Albeiruthy and Angy Mamodaly, who have been elected as our new t…

Out and About Together: GISA Team Day in Aburi

29 August 2026

On Saturday, 29 August, the GISA team swapped classrooms, offices and the school grounds for waterfalls, nature and picnic blankets. Our team day was all about spending time together, connecting beyond the usual school routine and simply enjoying each other’s company. Our first stop was Oboadaka W…

Cambridge Certificates Presented: A Strong Achievement for Our Students

29 August 2026

A special moment for our students: during Monday’s Assembly, the Cambridge certificates for the Checkpoint Assessments taken in May were officially presented. All candidates successfully passed the assessments. We are especially pleased that GISA’s overall results were above the average of Cambrid…