To provide German language and cultural instruction to children and adults, which will enable them to more fluently communicate in German and to better understand and appreciate German culture and traditions.
Learning German Opens The Doors To:
• Achieving higher scores on the SAT-verbal
- A better understanding of English
- The world of business, medicine, and technology
- New ideas, culture, and entertainment
- A world of travel and self discovery
The Immanuel German School, a not-for-profit, non-sectarian and non-discriminatory organization, was founded in 1975 to offer German language instruction to the children of the Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church congregation. Over the years, the program has grown in its dimension and scope and now attracts students from the Greater Philadelphia area and South Jersey, as well as the German-American community. In 1991, the first adult classes were offered in response to numerous requests. Beginner and intermediate level courses are available. The school places children into classes according to their age and knowledge of German. State-of-the-art teaching materials, technology, and the resource library are used by the professional faculty and native speakers. Our educators attend workshops throughout the year to become better acquainted with the newest techniques, methodologies, and aids that are available to them. Adult classes emphasize developing conversational skills, as well as learning German vocabulary and grammar. All classes discuss cultural and social topics, especially as they differ from American customs. The Immanuel German School is a member of the German Language School Conference and the German American Chamber of Commerce - Philadelphia.
Current Enrollment (2009/2010):
132 children enrolled in 13 classes
24 adults enrolled in 3 classes
Total enrollment to date: 4,029 students