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Akademie Integration Migration-Bildung e.V. (AIM-Bildung)
AIM-Bildung e.V. is a non-profit, BAMF-approved institution in Essen (Rellinghauser Str. 10). It offers integration courses including literacy courses, orientation courses, and German language classes from A1 to C1. Healthcare professionals can attend specialist language courses for medicine and nursing. As an accredited telc exam centre, participants can sit their language certification tests on site.
anglo-german institute
The anglo-german institute (agi), founded in 1972, is a language school at Friedrichstraße 35 in central Stuttgart. It teaches German as a foreign language from A1 to C2 — as intensive courses (20 lessons/week), BAMF integration courses, evening and corporate training, and at a state-recognised vocational college (Berufskolleg). agi is BAMF-approved, a telc and TestDaF examination centre, an IALC member and ISO 9001 certified — strong, independently audited quality for studies and career preparation in Germany.
Aristoteles Institut
Aristoteles Institut GmbH is a private language school in Bremen with two well-connected locations in the city. BAMF-approved as an integration course provider (A1.1–B1.2, including the orientation course), the school also runs intensive German courses covering all levels from A1 to C1 and DeuFöV vocational language courses (B2/C1) — with specialist modules for healthcare and medical professionals. As a licensed telc exam centre, learners can sit officially recognised language certifications directly on site. Google rating: 4.3 stars.
Bénédict GmbH & Co. KG
Bénédict Düsseldorf builds on a tradition dating back to 1929, when Swiss language educator Dr. Gaston Bénédict opened his first school. Located on Ackerstraße in central Düsseldorf, this AZAV-certified, BAMF-approved school offers integration courses (A1–B1) with telc DTZ qualification and government-funded vocational German (DeuFöV) up to C1. Additional offerings include telc exams, medical German (FSP) preparation, and the naturalisation test. Rated 4.7 stars on Google.
Bénédict Sprachschule
Bénédict Sprachschule in Cologne has been one of the city's largest private providers of German as a foreign and second language since 1987. With more than 50 course formats spanning A1 to C1 — including intensive, evening, and job-oriented programmes — the school covers every level and schedule. As a BAMF-accredited institution, a licensed telc examination centre (since 2003, telc C1 Hochschule Kompetenzzentrum since 2017), and an authorised TestDaF test centre, it offers certified exams on site. More than 900 students from 86 nations study here.
Bonner Bildungs-Center e.V.
Bonner Bildungs-Center e.V. has been a non-profit education provider in Bonn (Dietkirchenstr. 30–32) since 1997. It offers BAMF-approved integration courses, literacy programmes, and foundation German courses at all levels – both on-site and online. Accredited under AZAV (Certqua), the centre also prepares learners for the DTZ (A2–B1) and the German naturalisation test. Decades of experience and official state approvals make it a trustworthy choice for learning German in Bonn.
BSB Erwachsenenbildung GmbH
BSB Erwachsenenbildung GmbH has been a trusted adult education provider in Bremen since 1989. Located in the city centre, this family-run school has held BAMF approval since 2005 and offers integration courses (A1–B1), intensive courses, literacy courses, and vocational language programmes. Counselling is available in English, Arabic, Ukrainian, and Russian. As a certified telc examination centre, BSB prepares learners directly for the Deutschtest für Zuwanderer. A 4.6-star Google rating underlines its sustained quality.
CampusWelt
CampusWelt – Bildungsakademie Colonia is located in Cologne's Ehrenfeld district and offers German courses from A1 to B1 as semi-intensive morning classes with 16 lessons per week. State-funded integration courses including the Orientierungskurs round out the programme. As an official telc examination centre, participants can sit recognised language certificates from A1 to C1 on-site. Google rating: 4.9 – a reliable learning environment for newcomers and those advancing their German.
CASA – Internationale Sprachschule gemeinnützige GmbH
CASA – Internationale Sprachschule gemeinnützige GmbH was founded in Bremen in 1983 and is recognised as a non-profit for its work in adult education and international understanding. Part of the TANDEM Germany network, CASA teaches German as a foreign language at all levels from A1 to C1 in small international groups of 10 to 15 participants. Its programme includes intensive courses, evening courses for working people, special and in-company courses, group courses and Bildungszeit (educational leave). As a licensed telc examination centre, CASA offers preparation and exams for telc Deutsch B2 and telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule on site and also prepares students for the TestDaF. The school follows an encounter-based approach with host families, tandem partnerships and a cultural and leisure programme.
deuko - Das Bildungsinstitut
Deuko – Das Bildungsinstitut has been a trusted German-language school in Hanover since 1988. As a BAMF-accredited provider, the school offers integration courses (A1–B1), literacy courses for complete beginners, and vocational language courses under DeuFöV (A2–C1), available both onsite at Freundallee and online. As a certified telc exam centre (A1–C1), Deuko guides learners all the way from first steps to officially recognised certificates. Quality standards are underpinned by ISO 9001 and AZAV accreditation.
DeutschAkademie Stuttgart
DeutschAkademie Stuttgart – one of Germany's largest language school chains with small groups (7–13 participants) and flexible course formats on Königstraße.
did deutsch-institut Hamburg
did deutsch-institut – one of Germany's oldest and most renowned language schools since 1970. Hamburg location in a historic Art Deco building near the Alster.
die Sprachwerkstatt GmbH
Die Sprachwerkstatt GmbH is a private adult-education institute in Dresden-Pieschen (Großenhainer Straße 99) with over thirty years of experience. BAMF-accredited, it offers integration courses (A1–B1) — including literacy and second-script programmes — BAMF-funded vocational German up to C1 level, and specialist intensive courses in medical German for foreign doctors. Classes are available both on-site and online. Google rating: 4.5 stars.
Deutschkurse bei der Universität München
Deutschkurse bei der Universität München e.V. (DKFA) is a non-profit association linked to LMU Munich that has been running German courses for international students since 1952. At Agnesstraße 27 (Schwabing) it teaches German as a foreign language at all levels (A1–C1) — as daytime intensive courses (from €398/month), evening super-intensive courses, and online courses via Zoom. As an authorised examination centre it administers the DSH, TestDaF and telc exams — ideal preparation for studying at a German university.
ELOQUIA Sprachinstitut
ELOQUIA Sprachinstitut, situated on Frankfurt's central Kaiserstraße, delivers tailored corporate language training, private tuition, and exam preparation in German, English, French, Spanish, and Italian – on-site and online. Holding accreditations as an exam centre for Cambridge, telc, IELTS, TOEFL iBT, TOEIC, and the Oxford Test of English, the institute combines high-quality teaching with direct access to internationally recognised certifications. A specialist translation bureau covering 52 languages completes the offering.
Elvida voice u. Integration center Nürnberg
ELVIDA Language and Integration Centre in Nuremberg has been a BAMF-accredited German-language provider since 2003, offering courses at all proficiency levels. Its programmes include integration courses, literacy courses, and job-related language training. As an AZAV-certified institution and an officially recognised telc and g.a.s.t. examination centre, ELVIDA combines rigorous quality standards with personal support – delivered in-person in the heart of the Nuremberg metropolitan region.
Fremdsprachen-Institut Colón
Fremdsprachen-Institut Colón, on the Colonnaden near the Binnenalster, is one of Hamburg's oldest and largest language schools, with over 70 years of history (founded 1952). It teaches German and 18 languages in small groups — intensive, evening, online and private courses, Bildungsurlaub, and BAMF-funded integration and professional language courses (DeuFöV). As a telc examination centre, IALC member and a school certified by Weiterbildung Hamburg e.V., Colón stands for verified quality. An in-house bookshop, accommodation service and leisure programme round out the offering.
FremdSprachenSchule for everyone GmbH
FremdSprachenSchule for everyone GmbH is a BAMF-approved, AZAV- and ISO-9001-certified language school with three locations across Dresden – Neustadt, Johannstadt, and Mitte. It offers BAMF-funded integration courses (A1–B1), German intensive courses for self-paying students, and vocational language courses. One-on-one tuition is available in many foreign languages including English, Spanish, French, and Russian. As a licensed test centre for TOEIC, TOEFL, and WiDAF, the school provides internationally recognised exams. Courses run on-site and online with monthly start dates.
GLS Sprachenzentrum Berlin
German courses A1–C1, exam prep for telc, TestDaF and DSH in Berlin.
Goethe-Institut Frankfurt
The Goethe-Institut Frankfurt offers German courses A1–C2, Goethe-Zertifikat and TestDaF exams in central Frankfurt am Main.
Goethe-Institut München
The Goethe-Institut Munich is the headquarters of the world's most renowned institution for German language and culture. German courses A1–C2 with its own certificate.
IFS Bonn
German courses A1–C2, exam prep for TestDaF and telc in Bonn. Established language school since 1978 in the university city on the Rhine.
IIK Düsseldorf
IIK Düsseldorf – university-affiliated language institute since 1989 with BAMF approval, telc/TestDaF exam center and over 4,000 exam candidates annually.
interDaF Leipzig
interDaF Leipzig – university-affiliated language institute at the Herder-Institut of Leipzig University since 1992. Intensive courses, TestDaF/telc and Studienkolleg prep.
ISK Hannover
German courses A1–C1, exam prep for telc and TestDaF in Hannover. Non-profit association with over 2,000 participants annually since 1997.
Kapitel Zwei Berlin
Kapitel Zwei is a German language school in central Berlin at Am Köllnischen Park, founded in 2012. The school offers intensive courses from A1 to C2 in small groups of up to 12, both on-site and online via Zoom. As an officially certified telc exam centre (best-practice distinction) and a licensed TestDaF exam centre since 2020, it provides reliable, exam-focused German tuition. Preparatory courses for the Fachsprachprüfung for medical professionals are also available. Rated 4.7/5 on Google.
Kastner Kolleg Dresden
German courses A1–C1, exam prep for telc and TestDaF in Dresden. Non-profit association in the Neustadt district with cultural program since 1998.
KS++ Sprachschule Essen
KS++ Language School Essen – telc Higher Education Competence Center with over 2,000 exam participants per year and 90% pass rate for DSH/TestDaF/telc C1.
Lahor e.V.
Lahor e.V. is a non-profit association in Frankfurt's Bockenheim district and a state-recognised provider of youth welfare services. As a BAMF-approved course provider, the school offers integration courses (A1–B1, 630 teaching units) and general German courses for adults. Regular telc exam preparation is also available, with scheduled exam dates through 2026. Courses are designed primarily for migrants and refugees. Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Language Coach Institute
Language Coach Institute is centrally located in Leipzig (Bauhofstraße 3-5) and holds BAMF accreditation for integration and vocational German courses. It also offers privately funded intensive courses from A1 to C1 – on-site, online, or hybrid – in small groups led by university-qualified DaF trainers. Certified telc and TestDaF exams are available at all levels. Google rating: 4.5 stars.
learn German project
Projekt Deutsch Lernen (pdL) has been a trusted name for German language education in Dortmund since 1978. This BAMF-accredited non-profit offers integration courses, intensive German A1–C1, DSH and TestDaF preparation, and specialist medical German — both on-site and online. An authorised telc examination centre, pdL has cooperated with TU Dortmund since 1993 and holds quality certification from the Gütesiegelverbund Weiterbildung.
Leipziger Gesellschaft für Bildung und Arbeit mbH
The Leipziger Gesellschaft für Bildung und Arbeit mbH runs a BAMF-approved German language school in Leipzig-Plagwitz, backed by over 30 years of experience as an established education provider. Courses range from general and intensive integration courses (A1–B1) at 12 to 20 teaching units per week to alphabetisation and youth integration programmes. As a licensed telc examination centre, the school administers in-house exams from A1 through C1. The multilingual team speaks Arabic, Spanish, Ukrainian, English and German.
linguademia Nürnberg
German courses A1–C2, integration and vocational language courses in Nuremberg. BAMF-certified language school and telc exam center with over 30 years of experience.
MASK Zentrum Sprachschule Nürnberg
MASK Zentrum Sprachschule in Nuremberg is a state-approved German language school (BAMF-accredited) with three city locations and a full online programme. Courses range from integration courses (A1–B1) and vocational German (Berufssprachkurse) to specialised professional language courses for healthcare workers — medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and nursing at C1 and B2 level. As a certified telc exam centre, MASK Zentrum prepares learners for recognised language qualifications. All three branches hold 4.8–4.9-star Google ratings.
Perfekt Deutsch Dortmund
Perfekt Deutsch – Dortmund's largest language academy and exam center with over 21,500 graduates since 2013. telc, TestDaF, DSH at 3 locations.
Commercial Sprach- & Bildungsinstitut Bonn
The Sprach- und Bildungsinstitut Bonn (SBIB) is a private language institute located in the heart of Bonn's historic old town. It offers German courses at all levels from A1 to C2 – intensive, evening, and weekend formats, as well as business courses – available both on-site and online. International students benefit from Studienkolleg preparation and visa-eligible long-term courses under §16f AufenthG. Exam preparation covers telc, TestDaF, DSH, and Goethe. A library, cultural events, and on-site childcare make SBIB a notably personal learning environment.
Sprachakademie Hannover
Sprachakademie Hannover belongs to the non-profit association VIB e.V., founded in 1995, and is situated in the heart of Hanover's city centre. Its programme covers German as a foreign language from A1 through C1, BAMF-approved integration courses with official examinations, DSH and TestDaF exam preparation, Studienkolleg preparation, and a specialised course in German for physicians. Accreditations from BAMF, AZAV, telc, testDaF, and DUO underline the school's reliability and commitment to measurable learning outcomes.
Sprachakademie Stuttgart
Sprachakademie Stuttgart, at Theodor-Heuss-Straße 2 in central Stuttgart, is a BAMF- and telc-licensed course and examination provider. It offers German as a foreign language with BAMF integration courses (A1–B1), orientation courses and targeted TestDaF preparation — as intensive and semi-intensive courses. As a BAMF-approved provider, telc and TestDaF examination centre with DIN ISO 9001 certification, the school stands for verified quality and is well suited to preparing for study and work in Germany.
Sprachschule Aktiv Hamburg
Sprachschule Aktiv Hamburg sits in the heart of Hamburg's Altstadt (Bei dem neuen Krahn 2, near Rödingsmarkt and the Speicherstadt). In small groups of no more than ten, it teaches German and over 40 other languages — as intensive courses (20 lessons per week), evening courses, and private or corporate training. As a licensed telc examination centre, it administers recognised language exams. Intensive German courses start at €549 per month, with a hybrid attendance option on request. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from more than 240 reviews, it ranks among Hamburg's best-rated schools.
Sprachschule Dr. Juno
Sprachschule Dr. Juno in Dortmund is a certified DaF school holding TÜV Rheinland ISO 9001 and AZAV accreditation, approved as a BAMF integration-course provider and licensed telc examination centre. The school offers university-preparatory German courses from B1 to C1, DSH preparation and vocational German for nursing staff, both on-site and online. Multilingual guidance and state-recognised exams make Dr. Juno a trusted choice for academic, professional and integration pathways in Dortmund.
Sprachschule SprachKomm
SprachKomm is a TÜV-certified language school in Mönchengladbach holding BAMF authorisation for integration courses from A1 to B1 (six modules of 100 teaching units each, with morning and evening tracks). As an official telc examination centre (A1–C2) it also administers the Deutschtest für Zuwanderer (DTZ). Its programme further includes AZAV-funded further training, B2 professional German, corporate language courses, and live online classes. Rated 4.4 stars on Google.
Studienkolleg & Sprachinstitut NRW
Studienkolleg & Sprachinstitut NRW in Düsseldorf is part of German Education Factory (GEDUFA) and has been preparing international students and professionals for their future in Germany since 2020. As a licensed telc examination centre, the school offers German courses at all levels from A1 to C1 — including intensive and preparation courses for the telc exams as well as the Fachsprachprüfung B2 for nursing and healthcare professionals. Its affiliated Studienkolleg prepares students for the Feststellungsprüfung and study at German universities through specialised W-, M- and T-courses. Following its holistic PELIS concept, GEDUFA supports students from initial consultation through language and academic training to visa, accommodation and finding a study place.
Swan Schule
Swan Schule, located at Theaterplatz 3 in central Essen just minutes from the main station, offers German language courses across all CEFR levels from A1 to C1. Six modern classrooms provide the setting for internationally recognised language certificates. Membership in FaDaF (the German-language teaching association) and ALTE associate status demonstrate the school's commitment to verified quality standards. Fintiba has recognised Swan Schule among Germany's top 10 language schools.
TANDEM Köln
TANDEM Cologne – international language school since 2004 in a historic monastery building in Cologne’s Südstadt. telc/TestDaF exam center with 12 classrooms.
TANDEM München
TANDEM München is an international language school in Schwabing (Kurfürstenplatz 5), run as a non-profit association since 1989. Its focus is German as a foreign language (A1–C2) — as intensive courses (20 lessons per week, from €500/month), evening courses and targeted exam preparation. As a telc Kompetenzzentrum Hochschule and a telc and TestDaF examination centre, it administers recognised exams. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from more than 160 Google reviews, TANDEM is among Munich's best-rated language schools.
ZeBuS e.V. Zentrum für Bildung und Sprache e.V.
ZeBuS e.V. is a non-profit language school in Berlin-Neukölln, BAMF-approved since 2010 and a licensed telc examination centre. It offers integration courses at levels A1–B1, vocational German (Berufssprachkurse) targeting B2, and an early-education language track – available both on-site at two Neukölln locations and online across Germany. With a 4.6-star rating from more than 500 Google reviews, ZeBuS is a trusted choice for structured, accredited German language learning.