South Bay Deutscher Schulverein – German Language School for San Jose and Silicon Valley

SBDS merchandise now available

Order your SBDS spirit wear today!

SBDS spirit wear store (order by Feb 4th)

Fresh for the new year, we have newly designed SBDS t-shirts, sweatshirts, jackets and mugs available to order! Join us in showing how proud we are of SBDS by wearing the new SBDS merch! And the best part is that it’s also a fundraiser, as portion of the sales from every item comes back to SBDS! Products will be made to order and delivered to the school to be picked up in February.

German language school for San Jose and Silicon Valley

Beginner and Advanced German Classes – Preschool, Elementary, Teen and Adult Levels

The South Bay Deutscher Schulverein (SBDS) makes learning German easy with our contemporary curriculum, methodology and teaching philosophy. Dedicated and experienced staff from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland teach children, teens, and adults of all levels. Classes emphasize conversation, in addition to reading and writing. Your whole family can experience German, Austrian, and Swiss culture through the vibrant community, cultural events, and art and music programs. SBDS is a Saturday school and a California 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

Latest News

Weihnachtsfest 2024

On December 14, 2024, we held our annual Weihnachtsfest (Christmas Fest). The event was a great success with over 200 attendees! Students, ...

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SBDS Christmas party “Weihnachtsfest”

Come join us on Saturday, December 14 at 2:00 p.m. for a fun German-style Christmas celebration at the Campbell Community Center (Orchard City ...

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Buy original German Christmas ornaments and support SBDS

German Christmas ornaments Saturday 12/21, 11am-7pm at Zanotto’s Willow Glen Market, 1421 Foxworthy Ave This is a rare opportunity to buy ...

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What Our Students Say...

My son took the AP Test Prep class and was extremely well prepared by the dedicated teachers at SBDS. They go the extra mile! Now he is studying for the DSD-II exam, which opens the door to German universities.

MARKUS

PARENT

I like it that we played a lot of games. It’s not boring that way.

Kate

6th grade

Not only did I enroll my children in SBDS, but I was able to improve my own skills as well. It's nice to learn German together as a family, and then enjoy the social events as well.

JOHN R.

PARENT/STUDENT

I love the Kindergarten class! We have so much fun playing, doing projects and singing songs in German. During recess we play soccer and use the playground. I can't wait to come to school every weekend.

SIMON

STUDENT

It’s a fun way to learn German, we play lots of games.

Kay

8th grade

My job takes me to Europe a lot, so I decided to learn German at SBDS. Even though I'm a complete beginner, the staff makes me comfortable and the teaching style actually works. The whole school has a terrific atmosphere. I really enjoy the weekly "Kaffeeklatsch" and unique events like the Maifest.

MIKE J.

ADULT STUDENT

I’m so glad we’re back in person. Over zoom it was hard.

Phoebe