Deutsche Schule London vs Dwight School London - Jubilee Campus

	D Deutsche Schule London London, United Kingdom	D Dwight School London - Jubilee Campus London, United Kingdom
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year £10,920 - 12,552	Fees / year £10,125 - 12,100
Age range	Age range 1 - 18 years	Age range 11 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum German Curriculum, IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 890	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 17	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language German, English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1971	Opened 1885
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Douglas House, Petersham Road, Richmond-upon-Thames, TW10 7AH, UK. The school is on a park-like site between Richmond Park and the River Thames in southwest London.	Location Dwight School London operates across four campuses in North London: Woodside Campus, Jubilee Campus, Spahn Campus and Playing Fields. The Little Lions Nursery and Junior School are located at 49 Woodside Avenue, London, N12 8SY, and the Senior School is located at 6 Friern Barnet Lane, London, N11 3LX.
Stages	Stages Kinderhaus (Kindergarten & Pre-School); Primary School; Secondary School (SEK I and SEK II).	Stages Little Lions Nursery (ages 2-5); Junior School (ages 5-11); Senior School (ages 11-18).
School type	School type German school abroad (Deutsche Auslandsschule).	School type Independent international day school; co-educational.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix 52 nations represented.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support A multi-professional Beratungsquadrat (BQ) provides SEND support across Kinderhaus, Primary and Secondary, including social education, counselling and safeguarding. Dyslexia support, reading and spelling support, and Individual Learning Support Teachers are available; SENCo coordination covers all levels.	Additional learning support Quest Programme provides on-site learning support, including one-to-one or small-group assistance for cognition and learning, physical and sensory needs, language and communication, and SEMH; a school counsellor is available.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Germany (German Auslandsschule).	Country affiliation United Kingdom
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation Non-faith
School day structure	School day structure The Extended School Day (Ganztag) is available for Years 1–7, including cafeteria supervision, fixed-group study time and clubs; Years 8–12 may join after-school clubs and use the Learning Resources Centre.	School day structure Extended wraparound care from 7:45 to 17:30 is included in fees.
Bus service details	Bus service details Five bus routes operate daily for pupils from Year 1 upwards; exact stops are set at the start of the school year; timetables are available by contacting reception.	Bus service details Zeelo provides Dwight School London transport with three bus routes and multiple pickup locations daily from Maida Vale, Marylebone and Islington. All routes use electric buses. There is also a shuttle service with termly and annual passes; bookings via the booking page and transport queries to transport@dwightlondon.org.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Registration / Application fees - Registration fee: GBP 600 (inclusive of 20% VAT), payable when the application form is submitted. The application will only be processed after receipt of this fee. - Deposit / Development Fund payment on acceptance: total GBP 4,500 due promptly for every new pupil, comprising an acceptance deposit of GBP 3,000 and a non‑refundable contribution to the School Development Fund of GBP 1,500 (inclusive of 20% VAT). Failure to pay this amount within the required time may result in the place being forfeited. Tuition fees by year group (annual and per term) - Kinderhaus (children aged 3–4): GBP 10,920 per year (exempt from VAT). Invoiced termly; per term amount (annual/3) = GBP 3,640. - Kinderhaus (age 5) and Years 1–12: GBP 12,552 per year (inclusive of current 20% VAT). Invoiced termly; per term amount (annual/3) = GBP 4,184. - Loyalty discount: a 15% loyalty discount on net school fees is applied for a child after five full academic years at the school; families with three or more children receive a 15% discount for the third (and subsequent) child from the first year. Billing schedule and payment terms - Invoicing: fees are invoiced termly in line with the school's timetable. - Due dates / payment timing: fees are due as per the School's terms and conditions — specifically the 15th of August and the 15th of January are referenced for the first and second semester respectively. - Ancillary / extracurricular billing: afternoon programmes, extended days, AGs, books, excursions, cafeteria, school bus and other ancillary services are charged separately; when quoted and booked per school‑ or half‑year, those services are generally not cancellable and specific cancellation/refund terms apply. Some ancillary services attract 20% VAT and ancillary services are exempt from discounts. Boarding (if applicable) - Boarding: the school operates as a day school; there are no boarding facilities/boarding fees. Other costs and fees - Swiss Parents' Association contribution: an additional charge of GBP 180 per school year (inclusive of 20% VAT) is payable by Swiss Parents for the provision of a Swiss teacher. - Association membership: membership of The German School Association is invited for all parents; the membership fee is GBP 25 per annum per person. - School extras and trips: costs for textbooks, some excursions, some visits, optional activities and other extras are charged separately as ancillary items. Refunds for booked ancillary activities are not normally made in cases of misconduct or non‑compliance with activity rules. - Uniform: the Deutsche Schule London does not have a compulsory school uniform. Parents should ensure children are dressed appropriately in line with school rules. - Example parent‑portal purchase (yearbook): occasional items sold via the parent portal/ParentPay (for example the yearbook) carry small separate charges (example public notice listed a yearbook at GBP 12). Such items are separate from tuition and ancillary fees. Refund information - Non‑refundable items: the GBP 1,500 development fund contribution is explicitly non‑refundable. Refunds for ancillary activities are not normally made in cases of misconduct; specific refund and notice provisions are governed by the parent contract and school policies. Fee payment options and bank details - Bank transfer (details provided for the German School Association – HSBC): - Account name: German School Association - HSBC - Bank account number: 21594419 - Sort code: 40‑26‑12 - IBAN: GB90 HBUK 4026 1221 5944 19 - BIC: HBUKGB4B These bank details are provided for payment of fees. Invoicing and billing communications specify payment instructions and accepted methods for particular charges. (End of fee overview.)	Fee details Application and new‑student charges - Application Fee: GBP 240 (non‑refundable). - Deposit (Reception to Year 13): GBP 2,000 (refund subject to the school's terms and conditions). - Spark Fund Fee (Reception to Year 13): GBP 2,500 (option to pay over the first three terms). Tuition fees — structure and general notes - The school operates on a three‑term academic year and charges tuition on a per‑term basis unless an alternative arrangement is agreed. All published tuition figures are stated as termly amounts unless otherwise indicated. From 1 January 2025 tuition figures are shown inclusive of VAT where applicable. Nursery (Little Lions) — session and term options (5 days/week shown) - School day (08:30–15:30) termly fee: GBP 4,288. Monthly (year‑round) equivalent listed: GBP 1,476. - Full day (07:30–17:30) termly fee: GBP 6,125. Monthly (year‑round) equivalent listed: GBP 2,108. - Morning (07:30–12:30) or Afternoon (12:30–17:30) termly fee: GBP 3,063. Monthly (year‑round) equivalent listed: GBP 1,054. All Nursery fees above are inclusive of lunch. Government funding (15 hours) may be available from the term after a child's third birthday (subject to the school's published session options). Junior School (Reception–Year 6) — termly - Reception to Year 2: GBP 7,935 per term (inclusive of VAT where applicable). - Year 3 to Year 6: GBP 8,425 per term (inclusive of VAT where applicable). Senior School (Year 7–Year 13) — termly - Year 7 to Year 11: GBP 10,125 per term (inclusive of VAT where applicable). - Year 12 to Year 13 (Sixth Form): GBP 12,100 per term (inclusive of VAT where applicable). Compulsory and programme‑specific additional fees - QUEST learning support: Intermediate Intervention and Support at GBP 1,000 per term; Intensive Intervention and Holistic Wraparound support at GBP 1,250 per term. One‑off one‑hour in‑depth consultation where required: GBP 250. - English as an Additional Language (EAL) when required: Junior School GBP 3,075 per term; Senior School GBP 3,585 per term. (EAL fees are not subject to VAT). - IBO Diploma examination fees (second year of Diploma): approximately GBP 500 (not subject to VAT; set by the IBO). Optional / other charges (examples and typical ranges) - Compulsory residential trips (Years 3–5): GBP 100 to GBP 375 (not subject to VAT). - Year 6 residential trip: GBP 2,600 (not subject to VAT). - Compulsory residential trips (Years 7–13): GBP 375 to GBP 600 (not subject to VAT). - Individual music tuition (Year 2–Year 13): GBP 445 per term. LAMDA: Junior School GBP 230 per term; Senior School GBP 445 per term. Additional languages not on the timetable: GBP 2,500 per term. After‑school clubs are generally free unless run by an external provider (external club fees typically GBP 90–GBP 145 per term). School trips outside school hours: GBP 500 to GBP 2,000. Suggested Senior School lunch allowance: GBP 6 per day. Transport costs and full transport details are published separately by the school. - Uniform: a mandatory school uniform is required; uniform items are supplied by Braggs Schoolwear (local supplier). Pre‑used uniform may be available through the school parents' association. Specific item prices are set by the supplier. Boarding - Boarding is not listed among the school's provisions and no boarding fees are charged. The school operates as a day (and nursery) provision. Billing schedule, payment terms and penalties - Standard billing cadence: fees are published and invoiced termly for the three terms in the academic year; parents are contractually liable for tuition in advance of each term unless an alternative instalment plan is agreed. A full term's written notice is required to withdraw a student; without such notice a full term's fees are payable in lieu. There is no refund for any portion of a term already in progress. - Late payment and recovery: unpaid fees may trigger reminders, suspension of the student's place, collection action and additional costs. The school may charge interest on overdue sums and an administration charge for overdue invoices or returned cheques; collection costs (including agencies or legal costs) may be charged to the payer. Examples of penalty provisions and collection charges are set out in the school's terms and conditions. Refund and withdrawal rules - The Deposit may be reclaimed within 12 months of the student's last day at the school; if not claimed within that period the Deposit is forfeited. The Deposit will not be refunded for absence due to sickness or otherwise except where a student fails to meet entry requirements. There is no refund for the balance of the term if a student is asked to leave; parents must provide one full term's written notice to cancel an accepted place prior to enrolment or one term's fees will be payable in lieu. Fee payment options and instalments - Termly payment in advance (standard). Monthly repayment option available via School Fee Plan (School is an appointed representative of Premium Credit Limited). Lump‑sum payments in advance are accepted; arrangements for annual prepayment or bespoke instalments may be made with the Finance Office. Specific accepted instruments (for example, bank transfer, debit/credit card, direct debit) and any card surcharges or processing rules are administered by the Finance Office and should be arranged directly with the school's Finance team. Sanctions and additional administrative charges - The school reserves the right to withhold information, refuse attendance or reallocate a place if fees remain unpaid. The school may charge administrative fees for overdue accounts and for costs incurred in debt recovery, and interest on late payments as set out in the terms and conditions. Practical notes for budgeting - Tuition is charged per term; multiply the termly figure by three to estimate an annual tuition cost. Allow for additional mandatory items (deposit, Spark Fund Fee), programme costs (EAL, QUEST), exam fees (IB), trips, music or language tuition, transport and uniform when budgeting. Many optional activities and some trips incur separate charges.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements The school does not have its own boarding facilities; it considers applications for students aged 16 and above to live with a registered homestay family or a close relative.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school does not have a uniform.	Uniform requirement The school has a mandatory uniform and dress code for all students. Uniform is supplied by Braggs Schoolwear, 341 Ballards Lane, North Finchley, London, N12 8LJ.
Food options	Food options The cafeteria offers meals provided by a catering partner, with lunch served on school days from 12:55 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Secondary students from Year 10 can buy snacks in the cafeteria, and breakfast snacks such as pretzels, croissants or fruit are available during the breakfast break. Younger children are served meals in their group rooms in the Kinderhaus.	Food options Chapter One provides the catering. Menus offer a mix of family favourites and global-inspired dishes with balanced, nutritious meals. The catering team sources local produce and uses Red Tractor meat, free-range eggs, and MSC-certified fish, with sustainability in mind. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, and a lunch credit can be added via WisePay.
House system	House system —	House system Upper School pupils are divided into three Houses named after international figures: King House (red), Gandhi House (green), and Mandela House (yellow). Each House has a Captain and a Deputy Captain, and Houses may compete in sport and other activities to promote school spirit.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The financial matters of the school are regulated by the board of the German School London association. As a recognized German school abroad, it receives financial support from the German Central Agency for Schools Abroad (ZfA), including the provision of teachers and the free use of school premises; remaining running costs are covered by school fees, income from other services, and donations.	Governance and ownership Dwight School London is part of the Dwight School global network; the Proprietor is Blake Spahn of Dwight School, New York. The network emphasizes cross-campus programs and international opportunities for students.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The German School London follows the German curriculum, which has been expanded to include the International Baccalaureate (IB) and elements from the English system. It provides continuous education from Kindergarten through to Abitur/IB, catering to ages 3–18. Pupils graduate with the German International Abitur (DIA) and may also obtain the IB; since 2023/24 Fachhochschulreife (FHS) is offered. In upper secondary (years 11–12), students can pursue a dual qualification programme with DIA and IB, or complete the DIA with IB as a course, under the KMK framework. Foreign languages include English, French, and Spanish, with bilingual subjects to support multilingualism.	Curriculum details The school offers the International Baccalaureate continuum, including the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP), taught across Little Lions Nursery, Junior School and Senior School.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Lowest average class sizes amongst independent international schools.
Exam results	Exam results Pupils graduate with the German International Abitur (DIA) and may also obtain the International Baccalaureate (IB); Fachhochschulreife (FHS) is available since 2023/24. In Years 11 and 12, the school runs a dual qualification programme (DIA+IB) or completes the DIA with IB as a course, all within the KMK framework. The three most recent Abitur cohorts have an average grade of 2.0.	Exam results IB Diploma results show a strong track record. The Class of 2025 averaged 33 points (out of 45) with a top score of 40; world average 30.5; pass rate 95%; and 2 bilingual diplomas. In previous years, the Dwight average was 33 (2024), 35 (2023), 37 (2022), 38 (2021) and 35 (2020), with bilingual diplomas ranging from 4 to 7 across those years.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression The school provides a structured university and careers programme to help graduates make informed study and career decisions. In Year 9, study and career advice is linked to politics lessons; in Years 9–10, CVs and application letters are prepared in German and English. Year 10 includes a mandatory internship, and an information week with career advisors from the Federal Employment Agency; career information evenings and events with specialists from various fields are held regularly. Specially trained staff guide students through the decision-making and application processes for German, British, and international universities, with a UCAS Advisor to assist UK applications.	Higher education progression Graduates go on to universities worldwide, including UK universities such as Oxford University, University of Edinburgh, King's College London, University of Exeter and University of Nottingham; USA such as Penn State; Spain such as the University of Madrid; and international destinations including Boston University, Northeastern University, McGill University and Tokyo University.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented The Beratungsquadrat is a multi-professional support team that covers safeguarding, psychology, social education and specific educational needs; it explicitly supports areas such as special needs and promoting special talents.	Gifted and talented —
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school has a multi-professional Beratungsquadrat (BQ) team that looks after pupils' wide range of needs and wellbeing, including social education, counselling, educational psychology and safeguarding. Safeguarding and pastoral care protect children and young people, with all staff trained in safeguarding. In Grundschule and at secondary level, socio-pedagogical programmes such as Fairplayer, Lubo aus dem All, and Ben und Lee are implemented.	Social & emotional learning The school has students and staff from over 40 nationalities, creating an international community where many languages are spoken.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) An Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) is available for children and young people up to 25 years who need more support than standard SEN. Pupils typically move from Grundschule to Orientation stage for Secondary School Level.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school provides a Quest/learning-support approach integrated within the curriculum to support diverse learning needs.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The bilingual language programme broadens linguistic foundations in German and English, enabling fluency in both languages.	English as an additional language The school provides extensive English language instruction and support; English as an Additional Language (EAL) aims to help students engage with IB learning across subjects; EAL phases and progression are tracked to support language development.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Wellbeing is supported by the multi-professional team and safeguarding framework, with counselling and educational psychology contributing to pupils' mental wellbeing.	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding protects children and young people; staff receive safeguarding training; safeguarding policy and practices guide the school's approach.	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school sits on a spacious, green site between Richmond Park and the Thames. Two settings, Sudbrook Kinderhaus and the main DSL campus, provide dedicated spaces with a courtyard and an extensive playground. The Kinderhaus comprises Sudbrook Kinderhaus near the main campus and the DSL Kinderhaus on site, with multiple groups and an emphasis on early years. The cafeteria serves healthy meals with lunch on school days between 12:55 p.m. and 2:00 p.m., and snacks are available in the school cafe. The Libraries & Learning Resources Centre offers a carefully stocked library, librarian support for research, an online catalogue, access to JSTOR, and eight PC workstations with spaces for quiet study and group work. Opening times are 7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with a weekly study evening for Years 11 and 12.	Facilities overview Dw Dwight School London operates across four North London locations: Woodside Campus in Woodside Park (Little Lions Nursery and Primary Years Programme for ages 2–11), Spahn Campus in Friern Barnet (Middle Years Programme for ages 11–16), Jubilee Campus in Friern Barnet (Diploma Programme for ages 16–18), and Playing Fields/Forest School at Dale Green Road, Arnos Grove. The facilities include sports fields with two football pitches, a volleyball court, a netball court and a basketball court; two school halls; Design & Technology rooms; a wide range of classrooms; and meeting and training spaces. Outdoor learning is supported by playing fields and regular Forest School sessions. The Woodside campus houses the Little Lions Nursery and Junior School, the Spahn Campus hosts the Middle Years Programme, and the Jubilee Campus hosts the Diploma Programme.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The school has a modern, large sports hall with a dance studio and extensive outdoor facilities. Since 2024, a newly built Multi Games Arena (MUGA) completes the provisions. The program includes sports lessons, club activities and team training.	Sports facilities The school's on-site sporting facilities include a large field and a multi-use gaming area for Physical Education (PHE), extra-curricular activities and team training. Inter-school athletics are a key part of the program, with teams competing in regional leagues in London as well as national and international competitions. A wide range of sports is offered, including badminton, baseball, basketball, cricket, dance, football, gymnastics, hockey, martial arts, netball, rugby, softball, swimming, tennis and volleyball.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The Libraries & Learning Resources Centre provides carefully stocked reading materials and librarians who advise on research and bibliography, with access to an online catalogue and databases such as JSTOR. From Year 3 onwards, pupils use their own area in the learning centre in the main building and become familiar with a secondary school facility. Textbooks for the Primary School are provided by the school and many Secondary School textbooks are loaned. The library offers quiet work areas, spaces for group work, and eight PC workstations, with opening hours from 7:30am to 5pm and occasional evening study for Years 11 and 12.	Academic facilities The Music Conservatory offers a broad range of musical styles and actively encourages student participation in ensembles, with performances at concerts, competitions and festivals. A highlight is the Dwight Global concert at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center in New York. Instruments offered include Piano, Vocal, Cello, Violin, Classical Guitar, Electric Guitar, Drum Kit & Percussion, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Bass Guitar, Theory, Composition and LAMDA. Additional opportunities include Weekdays: Choir, Chamber Group, Pop Band, Rock Band and Jazz Band; Saturdays: Junior Band and Senior Band. The Conservatory runs on weekdays and Saturdays, with Saturday sessions from 8 am to 1 pm at the Jubilee campus, and after-school ensemble coaching by experienced staff.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The Afternoon programme provides a comprehensive range of after-school options, including fixed groups with lunch supervision, learning time, and working groups in sports, creativity, natural sciences and technology, plus free play for younger students. Clubs from Year 8 are offered in areas such as sports, creativity, school life, media, technology and natural sciences. Private music lessons are available by arrangement. The instrument carousel is a popular activity, and the afternoon programme also includes lunchtime supervision and a variety of open clubs.	Extra curricular facilities Extracurricular offerings include music ensembles (Weekdays: Choir, Chamber Group, Pop Band, Rock Band and Jazz Band; Saturdays: Junior Band and Senior Band) and Forest School sessions. The sports program includes a wide range of activities with inter-school competitions in London and beyond, complemented by on-site facilities for diverse clubs and training.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The Deutsche Schule London opened in September 1971. It is an officially recognized German Auslandsschule funded by the Zentralstelle für das Auslandsschulwesen (ZfA). The school is run by the Schulverein, the school association. The curriculum follows German state standards and has been extended with the International Baccalaureate (IB) and components from the English system. The school serves students aged 3 to 19 across Kinderhaus, primary and secondary sections.	History The history of Dwight School London comprises three parallel stories—the Dwight family, the New York school, and the London/global network. In London, Holmewood was opened in 1885 by Mrs. Maria Wilson in Woodside Park, Finchley, with nearby schools such as St Alban's and St John's contributing to the early landscape. In 1972 Chancellor Stephen Spahn opened a campus in London and later merged Holmewood, St Alban's and St John's High School for Boys to create what we know today as Dwight School London. The London crest is linked to the Dwight heritage and the school has connections with Yale's Timothy Dwight College. Dwight London is part of a global network that includes Dwight Schools in New York, Seoul, Shanghai, Dubai, Hanoi and Dwight Global Online School.
Community	Community Children and young people aged 3–19 learn together on a spacious green campus between Richmond Park and the Thames, within an international, friendly school community. The school promotes individual learning and critical thinking to prepare students for opportunities in the UK, Germany, Europe and around the world. The school maintains active exchanges with neighbours and regularly invites sporting and cultural events as well as popular festivals. An active alumni network supports graduates as they move into further study and careers.	Community Dwight School London forms part of a global network with Dwight Schools in New York, Seoul, Shanghai, Dubai, Hanoi and Dwight Global Online School, with over 50 nationalities represented among staff and students. Intercultural awareness and respect are a focus in the classroom and in the school's community. The network offers travel and exchange programs, cross-campus curricular collaborations, online learning programs, international athletic competitions and global leadership conferences, fostering a worldwide outlook.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Friends of Douglas House (FRIENDS) is the official school association. They support cultural, scientific, linguistic and sporting projects at the school and regularly organize festivals and events during the school year with many parent volunteers. Annual donations from FRIENDS members and proceeds from the online merchandise store fund DSL projects for all students. The Friends help the school present itself to the wider community by organizing events such as the Oktoberfest, the Christmas market and the summer festival. The DSL Friends Merchandise Shop offers items like T-shirts, hoodies, lunchboxes, water bottles, rulers and erasers, with special orders available; profits go to DSL projects. Membership can be purchased online and the Friends participate in activities that support the school. The London skyline motif, designed by Axel Scheffler, is among the popular designs.	Parent teacher association Dwight Parent Association is a volunteer parent organisation; all Dwight parents are automatically members and it serves as the fundraising vehicle for agreed charities and for school events across Upper and Lower School. Through class representatives the DPA communicates volunteer needs for classroom and special events and fosters social interaction among families, while coordinating with the school to support arts, drama and musical productions and sporting events. Activities include The Winter Fair, International Food Fair, teacher appreciation events, Book Fair and Summer Fair; the DPA issues a monthly Community Newsletter and runs a Parent Ambassador Programme to assist new families. There is also an Out and About group that arranges monthly activities in and around London. For inquiries, contact the DPA Chair at dpa@dwightlondon.org and the school's communications team at kstrickland@dwightlondon.org.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school offers opportunities for intellectual enrichment through competitions. Mathematics competitions include Mini-Känguru and Känguru der Mathematik, with school-level and regional rounds. Geography competitions include Diercke WISSEN, with students achieving recognition at school level. Translation-related language challenges and literary projects form part of the wider intellectual enrichment program.	Academic & intellectual The school offers Maths Support and Homework Club as extensions of the curriculum. Junior School includes a Science club as part of its after-school activities. These clubs help students develop problem-solving and independent study skills beyond the classroom.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Arts & Music provide artistic and musical experiences. Pupils express creativity in the modern art rooms; older pupils organize art exhibitions and musical evenings. The school participates in local and regional art competitions and in music competitions such as Jugend musiziert, with student performances across school events.	Arts & creative Arts and creative options include Drawing, MYP Drama Club, MYP Junior Rock Band and Jazz Club. Film Skool is available as a performing arts/film-making activity. Craft-based clubs include Lego & Craft, Crochet, Knitting and Sewing.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language German traditions are maintained and host country customs are celebrated. German festivals such as Oktoberfest, the Christmas market, and Summer Fest reflect the international composition of the school community and foster a shared cultural life.	Cultural & language Japanese Club, French ab initio support and Mandarin Homework Club provide language development opportunities. These clubs complement the formal language curriculum by offering practice in speaking and listening and cultural exploration.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The afternoon programme offers clubs in sports, creativity, school life, media, technology, and natural sciences, with private music lessons by arrangement. Clubs from year 8 allow students to pursue individual interests, including popular activities like an instrument carousel and team-based sports.	Social & hobbies Social and hobby clubs include Chess, Lego & Craft, Crochet, Knitting and Minecraft. These activities encourage creativity, strategic thinking and collaboration in a relaxed after-school setting.
Community & service	Community & service Friends of Douglas House is the official school fundraising and support association that backs cultural, scientific, linguistic and sporting projects. The Friends organise celebrations and events to unite the school community, and events such as Oktoberfest, the Christmas market and the summer fair draw the wider German-speaking community into school life.	Community & service Little Lions Angels provide pupils with opportunities to mentor and assist younger Nursery students. Older students act as positive role models and undertake duties as specified by the Nursery teachers.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The school provides studies and career advice to accompany students on their university and career journeys. Alumni insights and leaver destination information are available, illustrating post-school pathways for graduates and supporting ongoing guidance for students.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing A wide-ranging sports programme includes lessons, clubs and team training, with participation in ISSA tournaments for older pupils. The PE curriculum emphasizes teamwork, health, and varied forms of exercise, while the cafeteria offers healthy meals and structured lunch times to support daily wellbeing.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sports and physical activities are a major part of the programme. After-school sports include Basketball, Football, Gymnastics, Karate, Netball, Table Tennis and Volleyball. These activities promote fitness and teamwork and run after school at various venues.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The language of instruction in the primary school is German, and the vast majority of subjects are taught in German. English is taught as a subject with three hours per week in Years 1–2 and four hours per week in Years 3–4. In Secondary I, most lessons are in German with some units in English; English is the first foreign language from Year 5, a second foreign language from Year 6 (French or Latin), with Spanish optional from Year 8 or 10, and from Year 9 a German course can be taken with the Goethe Institute. In Secondary II, the language of instruction is mainly German, with the aim of bilingual proficiency; the DIA leads to the German International Abitur, with the option to pursue IB or FOS, and since 2023/24 the digital Fachhochschulreife (dFOS) has been introduced.	Language provision English is the language of instruction. English as an Additional Language (EAL) provides extensive instruction and support to help students develop English across all subject areas from arrival. EAL aims to help students communicate in social and academic contexts, develop literacy habits, and acquire subject-specific language skills, with progression tracked through the MYP's Language Acquisition phases. The school recognises a multilingual community and supports mother-tongue languages through curricular and extracurricular activities (Japanese, Turkish, Spanish, Mandarin) with other languages available on request.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school has a bilingual language programme in German and English. The programme broadens pupils' linguistic foundations in German and English and enables fluency in both languages. It operates across the full range of the school, from kindergarten through Year 12.	Bilingual teaching Mother-tongue language classes are taught within the Middle Years and Diploma Programmes. Japanese, Turkish, Spanish and Mandarin Language and Literature are offered, with other languages available on request. Primary Years Programme mother-tongue classes are available on request, subject to teacher availability. There are also mother-tongue clubs and library resources to support language development.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs In the Kinderhaus, immersion is used: some teachers speak exclusively German while others use English. Children learn both languages in natural contexts through routines, play and activities. Targeted language support is offered three times a week to children aged 4 and over as part of the 'German for the start of school' programme.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Contact Uta von Andrian, Admissions Coordinator, who will help you with registration. She personally accompanies new families through the registration process and provides advice and support during the settling-in period. This is the initial point of contact for arranging visits or Open Day opportunities. You can reach her by email to begin the registration. 2. Prepare and submit the required documents by email. Include the last two school reports, the birth certificate, and any available assessments for the child to be registered. Fill out the registration forms and attach them to your email to Uta von Andrian. The material should be emailed as attachments. 3. Access and complete the registration forms: KG-VS for kindergarten and preschool; Registration form for Year 1-11; Language Questionnaire. The forms are provided for download and should be emailed to Uta von Andrian. The Language Questionnaire helps the school assess language needs and supports the registration decision. 4. Arrange a tour or attend the Open Day to learn more about the school; the next Open Day takes place on 21 March 2026. This is an opportunity to meet staff, view facilities, and ask questions. You may bring your children to visit during the Open Day.	Admissions Step 1: Application Form and fee. Complete the Application Form via OpenApply, the admissions portal. On submission you receive an invoice for the £240 (inclusive of VAT) non-refundable Application Fee, payable online by credit or debit card. Nursery application form and School application form are available depending on the age group. Step 2: Supporting Documents. After submission and payment of the application fee, a checklist appears. Provide a Parent Statement about your child (include an original-language copy if translated) and a Student Statement. Include a Language Profile and a Teacher Reference, along with school reports from the previous two years and any other certificates or documents. If you cannot obtain documents, discuss possible alternatives with admissions. Step 3: Meet the principal. You and your child will be invited to meet with Will Bowry (Senior School Principal) or Helen Enisuoh (Junior School Principal) for a face-to-face meeting to assess whether Dwight is a good match for your child's needs. The meeting may be conducted virtually if necessary. The meeting helps determine fit with the school's approach and the student's educational goals. Step 4: Admissions Committee Review. After receiving the completed Application Form, required documents and application fee, the file is reviewed by the Admissions Committee. You will be informed in writing of the decision—whether a place will be offered, declined, waitlisted or further steps are required. To secure a place, complete the Acceptance Form and pay the Deposit. We are happy to meet students or conduct Google Meet interviews; if joining mid-year, a taster day may be required to evaluate the student.
Scholarships	Scholarships The German School Association offers means-tested bursaries for school fees to support families with financial need. Bursaries may be awarded at any point during a pupil's time at the School. Applications require a comprehensive assessment of need and may be considered after a place has been offered and accepted. Thresholds include income below £65,000 for one child and £75,000 for two or more children; the number of bursaries depends on available funds and is awarded at the school's discretion. A third-party service conducts bursary assessments, and requests must be submitted by 1 June for consideration for the following school year.	Scholarships Dwight School London offers Visionary Grants up to 50% remission of fees for the relevant year groups, starting from September 2026, with criteria including being Greater London-based and having an innovative, involved family; applications require a creative pitch and the current admissions process, with an application fee of £200 and a deposit of £2000, and a taster day is part of the process. Scholarships are non-selective and awarded during admissions to recognise talented students who show potential to be successful IB students and to contribute to life at the school. The Alison Cobbin Opening Doors Scholarship (Year 3–6 entrants) provides up to 50% remission and requires school reports, a teacher reference, a presentation and an interview. Spark of Genius Senior School Scholarships cover categories such as STEM, Arts, Humanities, and Sports, with up to 20% of tuition; candidates must submit school reports and a teacher reference and complete a presentation and interview, with some categories including auditions or portfolios. Scholarship deadlines and interview dates are stated in the scholarship materials (e.g., materials submission deadlines and January interview dates).
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist Waitlist: A place may be waitlisted as part of the admissions decision.
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