There is a probationary period following acceptance for all students, one year for elementary pupils and 6 months for students in grades 7 and above. A comprehensive Advanced Placement program is offered. Newly accepted American students receive instruction in English in all subjects except for the German language classes. As their proficiency in German increases, they participate in classes where the medium of instruction is predominately German. French, Latin, and Spanish are taught as foreign languages.
Religious instruction is offered on an optional basis.
Extracurricular activities include musical performances, drama productions, individual and team sports, student government, yearbook, and literary and newspaper publications. For older students, class trips are scheduled to Austria, England, France, Italy and within Germany. The U.S. enrollment included 71 dependents of U.S. government direct-hire or contract employees. The Kennedy School is a public school. No tuition is charged.