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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Federal President Steinmeier in Ghana – Encounters and Honours with Links to GISA

04 November 2025

The state visit of German Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier to Ghana was also a special occasion for the German International School Accra (GISA). During a reception at the residence of the German Embassy, Headmaster Rainer Kropp-Kurta had the opportunity to briefly share insights into the…

Community with Heart – GISA Supports Medical Team at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital

03 November 2025

With coffee, fresh fruit and light snacks, our school community surprised the doctors, nurses and other medical professionals of the Gerald Asamoah Foundation today at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital in Jamestown, Accra. This gesture of appreciation was our way of saying thank you for the tireless w…

Laying the Foundations – Our Bridges Begin 🌉

02 November 2025

From August to October, our school came alive with new faces, new friendships and countless learning moments. Together, we built the foundation for what makes GISA special – a community that connects hearts, cultures and ideas. From our Sports Day to the Day of the German Language, we discovered…

Newsletter 31.10.2025

31 October 2025

🌟 Welcome Back, Sara Debackere! We are thrilled to share that Sara Debackere is back on duty! Sara is once again your contact person for all questions regarding lunch, afterschool activities, and school projects. We are so happy to have her back on the team! 💛 At the same time, Amanda Farouk wi…

🌍 Professional Development in Cairo – GISA Promotes Lifelong Learning!

29 October 2025

Our German as a Foreign Language teacher, Bernard Adjei Boateng 🇬🇭, has safely arrived in Cairo and is taking part in the first on-site module of the training program for German-speaking local teachers (FOLK) at the German School of the Sisters of St. Borromeo (DSB). Organized by the Federal Offic…

📚 Fresh Reading Adventures for Our School Library!

28 October 2025

After a long journey across the Atlantic, a wonderful shipment of books has finally arrived – We are especially proud of our new tiptoi® section: These interactive books combine reading, listening, and learning in a playful way. Using a digital pen, children can bring stories and knowledge to life…

🌟 Meet Our Extracurricular Teachers

27 October 2025

Learning with Head, Heart, and Hands – even after class! At the German International School Accra (GISA), learning doesn’t end when the bell rings. Our extracurricular activities are a vital part of school life — they foster creativity, teamwork, confidence, and responsibility while bringing joy a…

Newsletter 24.10.2025

24 October 2025

A Week of Announcements and New Beginnings We started our week with a lively assembly, accompanied by great music from our in-house DJ, Mr. Bernard Mensah. Announcements included Saturday’s project presentations, extended viewing time on Monday, and the official start of our new student projects…

Pink October at GISA – Raising Awareness, Saving Lives

24 October 2025

October is recognized worldwide as Breast Cancer Awareness Month – and GISA is joining the cause. Our school nurse Nancy Twieku takes this opportunity to educate and remind all members of our school community – parents, teachers, and staff – about the importance of early detection and prevention…

🎄 The Christmas Countdown is on! 🎄

22 October 2025

The festive season is just around the corner – and we warmly invite you to our annual Christmas Market! On Friday, November 29, 2025, from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m., our school campus will turn into a place filled with lights, scents, and holiday cheer. Look forward to unique market stalls, musical entert…