Geckos Inc. German Community School Melbourne

Geckos Inc. is an accredited Community Language School providing German classes for all ages playgroup to adult. GECKOS Inc.

Thanks for your interest in our German Saturday School! is a not-for-profit incorporated association. was founded by engaged parents and teachers to provide high quality German classes and cultural/community experiences for interested people of all ages. The school runs on Saturdays from 9 to 12 o'clock during normal school terms. Additional activities are planned according to the interest and nee

ds of the school community. The teaching team consists of registered, experienced teachers. Little ones start in the playgroup; the kindergarten program is based on immersion for 3 and 4-year-old children and provides fun-filled activities following a program developed from the Goethe-Institute. From school age on we run two streams, one for native speakers and one for children with German as a second language. Both streams are based on the latest research of language learning and will lead to German Language Diploma exams. We also offer adult classes for interested adults and/or parents (e.g. the English-speaking part in the family). We believe that studying a community language or a second language has immense benefits for your child, such as:

• Provides an opportunity to develop high levels of skills in a student's background community language
• Improves performance across the curriculum through enhanced literacy skills which are transferable to English
• Helps maintain rewarding relationships with parents, grandparents, relatives and other community members
• Promotes a sense of cultural identity, resulting in heightened self-confidence and self-esteem
• Places students in a better position to take advantage of employment opportunities

Location of the School:
We are located at Reservoir West Primary School, Reservoir. School Structure:
We offer:
• A German playgroup for 0-3 year olds
• A kinder group for 3 & 4 year olds
• From school age onwards we offer two streams, native speakers and non native speakers
• Adult classes

Fee structure:
School fees are our most vital source of income. It covers salaries for the teachers, material for course work, books, audio and video and the rental of classrooms. The school board is responsible for running fundraisers and identifying potential grants and would welcome your help and input. Who is part of GECKOS:

Principal:
Eva Murer:
Eva has a Master of Educational Science and is currently working as a teacher and cognitive behaviour therapist in different schools in Melbourne and regional Victoria. At Geckos she co-teaches native speakers grades 4-6. Eva brings her great enthusiasm and love for curriculum development to the school. Adult Class Teacher:
Alexander Murer:
Alexander has a Masters degree in music education. He is an accomplished opera singer, voice and ensemble teacher. Alexander brings his previous experience as a principal, his leadership and networking skills to the school. Geckos has 12 staff members across teaching and admin. How to enrol:
If you would like to register your child/children please contact Simone ([email protected]) for a registration form. In the future the enrolment forms and information will be available on our website. Once your new enrolment application has been completed and signed please send it to Simone by email or mail (details on the enrolment form). We will then send you detailed information how to pay your school fees. Please also take a close look at our website (www.geckos.org.au) and our Instagram page (https://www.instagram.com/geckos_german_community_school/)

19/06/2026

We had a blast busting out our best "Gute Laune" dance moves recently! So much fun was had by all!

13/06/2026

Laternenlauf is a tradition rooted in the legend of St. Martin, a soldier who on a winter's night, shared his cloak with a stranger in need. The act of generosity has inspired generations of children from Austria, Germany and parts of Switzerland, where they parade through the streets after dark, carrying handmade lanterns and singing lantern songs.

This is one of our absolute favourite events on the Gecko's calendar! A family-friendly evening that brings our community together in the spirit of generosity and light and we'd love for YOU to be a part of it!

Check out the flyer for all the details, bring your hand made lanterns, and come celebrate with us!

PS. No live flames. BYO your own mug, cutlery, plate or bowl. Gecko's German Community School Laternenlauf 2026

05/06/2026

No Geckos tomorrow!

We're taking a long weekend for the King's Birthday holiday! Wishing all our families a lovely rest. We'll be back next week, refreshed and ready to learn. Schönes Wochenende!

30/05/2026

Geckos at the German Film Festival today, this time we saw "The Secret Floor". Great movie to check out.

23/05/2026

Pumuckl, the iconic red-headed German-Bavarian goblin, is currently showing at the German Film Festival, and the Geckos community headed out today to catch it on the big screen.

The atmosphere in the cinema was just wonderful, kids giggling and laughing throughout, while parents soaked up the joy and found themselves drifting back to their own childhood memories.

A huge thank you to Eva for organising the session, and to everyone who joined us today, it was so lovely to share the experience together!

22/05/2026

Did you know that our KIGA, Foundation and Grade 1 teachers spend their own unpaid time after class vacuuming and tidying their classrooms?

That's where YOU come in! We're looking for parent volunteers to help with vacuuming the KIGA, Foundation and Grade 1 classrooms Just a few minutes of your time can make a world of difference.

By volunteering you will:

- Show our teachers they are truly valued and supported
- Make a direct difference to your child's learning environment
- Play a meaningful part in our school community

Could this be your year to get involved?

Reach out to us, we'd love your help! 2026 is YOUR Year to Volunteer!

22/05/2026

Could this year be with us?

We're looking for volunteers to help with our small library. Tasks are simple and flexible:

- Returning borrowed books to the shelves - Light cleaning (sweeping and wipe down)
- Sorting through shelves and separating book doubles

Whether it's an hour here or there, every bit of help makes a huge difference to our community.

Reach out to us, we'd love to hear from you! 2026 is YOUR year to volunteer!

17/05/2026

A huge Vielen Dank to all of our parent volunteers who help make our school community so special.

From supporting our students and teachers to being part of the committee, your time, energy, and commitment are truly appreciated.

Our community thrives because of volunteers like you!

We are currently seeking a volunteer to coordinate our yearly fundraising BBQ. This is a fantastic way to get involved, meet other families, and support our school community in a fun and meaningful way.

If you are interested or would like to learn more, please send us a message.