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GLS Sprachschule in Berlin
Founded in 1983, GLS Language School Berlin has been repeatedly honored as Germany’s leading institution for German as a Foreign Language. Its park-like campus in the heart of the city features two on-site hotels and a historic, protected swimming pool—truly a luxurious learning environment. As an official TestDaF examination centre, GLS guarantees top-quality German instruction. Read our course reviews to learn more.
- Group
- up to 15 people
- Levels
- A1–C2
- Starts
- by course and branch
- Cancellation
- €200 / 30 %
- Founded
- 1983
What differs between the branches
The method, the levels and the cancellation terms are the same in all branches; prices, accommodation and the rating may differ. You study in a branch — its page has the courses with the calculation.
| Parameter | GLS Campus Berlin | Summer camp Berlin Westend | Summer camp Berlin Splash | Summer camp Munich Castle | Summer camp Munich Adventure |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age | from 16 | 14–17 | 11–15 | 14–17 | 12–16 |
| Courses at the branch | 18 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| A week of a course, from | €200 | €1,390 | €1,370 | €1,450 | €1,470 |
| A week when booking 8 weeks | €200 | — | — | — | — |
| Accommodation of the school, from | €280 / week | — | — | — | — |
| Accommodation types | Campus apartment, Hotel Oderberger, Homestay or flat share | — | — | — | — |
| Accommodation and meals | with or without, depending on the course | included in the course price | included in the course price | included in the course price | included in the course price |
| Exam centre | telc, TestDaF | — | — | — | — |
| Google rating | 4.5 (387) | 4.5 (387) | — | — | — |
| 8 weeks with accommodation, ≈ | €3,840 | — | — | — | — |
| The branch page | GLS Campus Berlin → | Summer camp Berlin Westend → | Summer camp Berlin Splash → | Summer camp Munich Castle → | Summer camp Munich Adventure → |
«8 weeks with accommodation»: the cheapest course of the branch for 8 weeks plus the cheapest accommodation of the school for 8 weeks, or the course price itself when accommodation and meals are included; without fees, insurance and summer supplements — the full calculation is on the course page.
GLS Campus Berlin
The exam can be taken at the branch: telc, TestDaF.
What is known about the school
Memberships, exam centres and terms the school and the networks publish. Each mark leads to its page: what it means, which schools of the catalogue hold it and the organisation's own register. We add no reviews or ratings of our own.
About the school in detail
A language school in 4 cities: Berlin, Heidesee, Pullach im Isartal, Schliersee, since 1983. Our catalogue lists 24 courses of the school. Groups of up to 15 people. Most courses start every Monday. Courses with at least 18 lessons a week fit a student visa.
Super Star Recognition
GLS Berlin has earned the Star School Germany Award five times, distinguishing it as a “Super Star” among the world’s top language schools. Each year, Study Travel Magazine in London honors outstanding institutions based on feedback from language travel experts across 60+ countries.
5★ Park-Campus & Heritage Hotel
Spanning 16,000 m² in central Prenzlauer Berg, GLS is the only German school with its own historic, protected boutique hotel and a second on-campus hotel—set in lush, park-like grounds.
Women-Led Family Business
Founded in 1983 by Barbara Jaeschke, GLS remains family-run under Barbara and her daughters, Dr Verena Jaeschke and Dr Reemda Jaeschke, combining entrepreneurial spirit with academic excellence.
Growth & Community
What began as a one-person venture is now a team of 150 staff on a vibrant campus. Over 5,000 students from up to 60 nations enroll annually, learning from degree-qualified instructors who bring real-world insights to each lesson.
Corporate & Institutional Partnerships
GLS delivers tailored German training for leading organizations like Rolls-Royce, Fendi, and Amnesty International, ensuring professional language skills for global workplaces.
Our Values
- Diversity: Welcoming learners of all backgrounds and identities.
- Communication: Fostering intercultural understanding through language.
- Responsibility: Operating as a transparent, family-owned enterprise.
- Sustainability: Integrating social, economic, and environmental practices into our strategy.
Prestigious Awards
- Excellence Award 2025: Honored by LanguageCourse.Net for top-rated student satisfaction among 28,000+ reviews.
- Best German Language School 2022: Recognized by the Association of Turkish Language Tour Operators for the third time.
- Top 10 Worldwide 2019: Selected by Tokyo’s Ryugaku Journal as one of the globe’s ten premier language schools.
Comprehensive Portfolio
GLS offers adult German courses, youth summer camps, high-school exchange programs, and internship placements, operating both as a language school and travel organizer.
Accreditations & Memberships
- International House World Organisation (IH Berlin)
- IH Certificate for Teaching German as a Foreign Language (IHC German)
- International Association of Language Centres (IALC) accredited
- Approved by the Swedish National Board of Student Aid
- Official TestDaF and telc C1 Hochschule examination centre
- EU-funded professional courses for educators
What the school offers
5-Star Campus Experience
GLS is the only language school in Germany with its own on-site hotel—a protected Berlin landmark—offering unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Heart of Berlin
Located in the vibrant Prenzlauer Berg district, GLS sits at the epicenter of Berlin’s cultural scene, within easy reach of cafés, galleries, and nightlife.
Weekly Course Starts
New German courses begin every Monday across all proficiency levels.
Flexible Accommodation
Choose from on-campus comfort or off-campus homestays and apartments.
Booking through StudyInFocus
We work with this school under an agreement and book places directly. You sign the tuition contract with the school and pay the course to the school, by its own invoice. We do not accept money for tuition.
- Course price
- the same as directly at the school
- Our help with the booking
- free for you — included in the school's price
- Tuition contract
- with the school GLS Sprachschule in Berlin
- You pay for the course
- to the school, by its own invoice
- What we do
- check that places are free, collect the documents, help with the visa part
- Prices and terms
- checked against the school's documents
If someone asks you to pay for the course to anyone other than the school, it is not us. The payment details are always in the school's invoice.
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