We’re proud to represent some of the very best international schools from around the world. In our School and Group Spotlight series, we’ll take an in-depth look at these schools, detailing their history, ethos, location and of course, benefits, to help you choose the school that best suits you.
Snapshot: Metropolitan School Frankfurt
Year founded: 2007 Day or boarding: Day Segregation type: Co-Educational Curriculum: UK-IGCSE, IB PYP, IB DP, Cambridge Instructional language: English Alternate instructional language: N/A Start grade: PreK End grade: 12
About: Metropolitan School Frankfurt
Metropolitan School Frankfurt (MSF) is a vibrant, family-oriented international school serving 750 students from 55 nationalities. As an IB World School, MSF offers a rigorous and inspirational education from Early Years through to the IB Diploma, while maintaining a warm, inclusive atmosphere where every student is known and valued. With a 100% IB pass rate and 70% of IGCSE students achieving A/A* grades, MSF combines academic excellence with a nurturing environment that encourages students to thrive as independent thinkers and compassionate global citizens.
Founded in 2007 with a vision of happy, self-confident learners supported by outstanding educators, MSF continues to embody its founding ethos. The school’s mission is to inspire students to fulfil their potential both in school and beyond, and this commitment is evident in every classroom, corridor, and community interaction. At MSF, students benefit from a safe and caring environment where they are empowered to explore their strengths, engage in meaningful learning, and build lasting friendships.
Ethos: Metropolitan School Frankfurt
MSF’s ethos is grounded in its core values of Community, Courage, and Curiosity. Diversity and inclusion are celebrated, and the school fosters a strong sense of belonging through its family-style culture. Students are encouraged to be brave and resilient, to stand up for what is right, and to approach challenges with confidence. Curiosity is cultivated through inquiry-based learning, conceptual understanding, and global perspectives, ensuring students are equipped to shape the world of tomorrow.
Teaching and learning at MSF are transformative and holistic, prioritising both academic achievement and personal growth. The school’s strategic priorities, identity, programme alignment, and sustainability, reflect a deep commitment to empowering students and educators alike. With wellbeing at the heart of its approach, MSF creates a student-centred environment where collaboration, innovation, and empathy flourish
Facilities: Metropolitan School Frankfurt
MSF’s campus offers over 8,000 m² of purpose-built teaching and learning space – more per student than any other school in the region. Bright, spacious classrooms are complemented by two libraries, science labs, music rooms, visual arts studios, a food technology suite, and the largest sports hall in Frankfurt. Outdoor areas include a football pitch, rooftop sports field, quiet zones, and dedicated Early Years spaces, all designed to support both academic and extracurricular excellence.
The school’s 2024/25 expansion adds 3,300 m² of new learning space, including 12 classrooms, 9 breakout rooms, a new Primary/Early Years library, and expansive arts and music facilities. A striking architectural design by Raumwerk Architekten will elevate the campus with elevated structures that preserve outdoor space while enhancing functionality. MSF’s new 700-seat theatre will be among the largest in the region, and the campus will meet top environmental standards with green façades, solar panels, rainwater harvesting, and energy-efficient systems, underscoring the school’s commitment to sustainability and innovation.
Location: Metropolitan School Frankfurt
Located in one of Europe’s most dynamic cities, MSF offers educators and families the opportunity to live and work in a thriving international hub. Frankfurt’s blend of cosmopolitan culture, green spaces, and excellent infrastructure makes it an ideal setting for both professional growth and personal wellbeing. Teachers at MSF enjoy the benefits of living in a safe, welcoming city with rich cultural offerings, world-class dining, and easy access to travel across Europe and beyond.
The school’s close-knit community and central location ensure that educators can balance work and life with ease. Whether exploring the city’s museums and galleries, cycling along the Main River, or enjoying weekend getaways to nearby vineyards and castles, life in Frankfurt is as enriching as the experience within MSF’s walls.
Benefits: Metropolitan School Frankfurt
Moving Allowance: Valid for 2023-2024 academic year. Any changes are communicated to new staff via the Teacher Welcome Brochure. Full-time teachers relocating to Frankfurt to commence work at MSF will be reimbursed for relocation costs depending upon your country of residence and marital status. All listed costs are reimbursed upon submission of relevant original receipts:
Flights/Transport: Flight costs + transfer from your current residence to your first accommodation in Frankfurt in order to commence work at MSF includes airfare Economy Class up to: Group/Zone I (Europe/Germany)= 400 EUR; Group/Zone II (USA/ Canada)= 800 EUR; Group/ Zone III (rest of the world)= 1,600 EUR. In addition, there is a 500 Euro reimbursement for baggage transportation cost. For the teacher’s spouse (married partner), half of these amounts will be reimbursed only if the spouse is not going to be employed in Germany during the first 5 months after arrival.
Moving Allowance: 750 Euros gross, under current tax laws this can be a tax free allowance.
Visa: The school reimburses the teacher for Visa service costs as outlined in the teacher handbook. Subject to change, this currently includes 350 Euro for the initial visa of the employee and 80 Euro for the employee’s visa fee. Renewal visas may be supported in a similar way with regards to the service cost.
Accommodation Upon Arrival: Two weeks accommodation in a nearby hotel or apartment will be supplied at the school’s discretion for up to 1,200 Euros. The teacher saves rent for these two weeks but will be taxed with approximately 25% on the cost of such accommodation. The Relocation Manager will help the teacher select apartments, arranging viewings, etc.
Language Support: The school will pay for up to 200 Euros of language courses in a language school that the school selects or alternatively the school offers a professional German teacher to deliver initial language training regularly for a one year period.
Dependent Opportunities: Education of Teachers’ Children Programme: A teacher hired from overseas working at MSF with a 100% contract may enrol their child/ren at the School under the Teachers’ Children Tuition Programme subject to the normal MSF admissions policy. Under that programme, School fees for employees will be reduced. In Early Years, for staff living in Frankfurt, there is no School Fee, only a 40 Euro snack fee per month to pay. For Staff who living outside of Frankfurt there is a reduced monthly fee to pay. In Primary School and Secondary School, up to G12, there is a reduction in monthly fees. There is no Joining Fee to pay (taxable benefit). All tuition reduction benefits are “taxable benefits”, details of which will be given by the school’s or the teacher’s tax advisor.
Medical: As per German law, all staff have access to the German health care system.
Other: MSF has an extensive staff wellbeing programme, which includes but is not limited to access to psychological counselling, access to a personal trainer, masseuse, indoor stationery bikes, cardio and fitness studio, social committee and annual whole school social events, extensive professional development opportunities, annual free flu vaccination, subsidized school lunches, language course, visa renewal and more.
Retirement: There is a 2,400 Euro private pension payment or cash salary increase starting after the first 2 years of employment.
Bonus: Annual discretionary bonus offered in December.
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