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Deutsches Gymnasium für Nordschleswig

Denmark, Aabenraa

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The school at a glance
Instructs in German
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum German Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Danish, English, French, Spanish, Latin
Strengths Performing Arts, Languages, STEM
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Deutsches Gymnasium für Nordschleswig is a gymnasium in Aabenraa, Denmark, serving the German minority. Instruction is in German; Danish is taught as a Danish subject and as a second language in other subjects. Students from the Danish system may receive after-school Danish support in year 1, while German-language learners may have after-school German support. After the Grundverlauf foundation phase, pupils choose a Studienrichtung: Biological, Mathematical, Linguistic, Musical, or Wirtschaftspolitische. Each Studienrichtung bundles compulsory subjects with Wahlfach options and can be taken at A-, B-, or C-level, with A-level typically spanning three years. Two diplomas can be earned: Danish studentereksamen and German Abitur, enabling university access in Denmark and Germany. The campus sits on a large green plot near Aabenraa's town center and operates as an institution of the German minority in Denmark. Extra-curricular life includes theatre, music, and language clubs, plus the cross-border Schülerbotschafter project coordinated with Grænseforeningen and volunteer programs.

Svinget 26–28, DK-6200 Aabenraa, Denmark

The Essentials

Deutsches Gymnasium für Nordschleswig has instruction in German.

Location
The school is located at Svinget 26-28, 6200 Aabenraa, Denmark. It sits in Nordschleswig as the gymnasium of the German minority. Two languages are spoken at native level: German and Danish, with German as the language of instruction.

Stages
Gymnasium (upper secondary) with two final exam routes: the Danish studentereksamen and the German Abitur.

Type
Gymnasium with boarding facilities.

Additional learning support
Assistance for students with learning needs and diagnoses is provided. A Pedagogical Consultant offers SPS support; a Leseberaterin provides reading support; a Schulberaterin offers study guidance; Vertrauenslehrer are available for personal support.

Country affiliation
Denmark

Bus service
There is a school bus for students from the western area (e.g., Løgumkloster, Tønder) with morning and after-school return on all school days; for other areas, a Sydtrafik bus card can be obtained, subsidized by the school.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
68 places in double rooms. The dormitory provides wardrobes and desks; beds, desk chair and other furnishings must be brought by residents. Availability of beds from previous residents can be inquired via Nadja Grau (nadja@deutschesgym.dk). The monthly cost for the dorm and activities of the leisure fund is 3,050 DKK (about 412 EUR) per month starting in the 2023/2024 school year, with a one-time deposit of 6,100 DKK (about 824 EUR). The rent includes meals during school days (breakfast Monday to lunch Friday), prepared by kitchen staff; weekend residents must self-cater in the student kitchen. Two educators are available as contacts. The dormitory is closed during holidays.

Food Options
Three meals per day are provided on school days (breakfast through lunch) by the kitchen staff; these meals are included in the rent. On weekends, residents must self-cater in the student kitchen.

Governance and Ownership
The Deutsches Gymnasium für Nordschleswig is financed by Danish state subsidies for private gymnasia and by funds from the German Federal Ministry of the Interior via the Bund deutscher Nordschleswiger. It is governed by a Gymnasium Ausschuss (school board) that serves as the top decision-making body; the board includes representatives from the parents' associations and the dorm, and a student representative, with day-to-day operations led by the rector. The rector has pedagogical responsibility, with the Danish Ministry of Education approving the principal. The DS-Satzung requires alignment with the Deutscher Schul- und Sprachverein für Nordschleswig (DSSV).
Fees
Application fees

- There is no application fee to apply for admission to the gymnasium; admission is free of charge for all applicants.

Tuition fees (by term and by year group)

- Tuition: DKK 0 per term / DKK 0 per school year for all year groups — the academic programme is provided without school tuition charges.

Compulsory annual fees and per‑year charges

- Books deposit: DKK 600 per school year (held as a deposit and managed through the school's book‑loan system).
- Copy/print fee: DKK 200 per school year.
- Class trip charges: Variable; costs for class trips are additional and billed separately when trips are organised.

Boarding (internat) fees and terms

- Accommodation charge: DKK 3,050.00 per month (monthly rent for a place in the school dormitory).
- Deposit for boarding: One‑time deposit equal to two months' rent: DKK 6,100.00.
- Rooms and capacity: Dormitory places are provided in two‑person rooms (68 places); the dormitory provides cupboards and desks, but students must bring their own bed, desk chair and other personal furnishings unless otherwise arranged.
- Meals included in the dormitory rent: Catering during school days is included (from Monday breakfast through Friday lunchtime). Meal times in the dormitory follow the internat schedule.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Boarding fees are stated as a monthly charge (DKK 3,050 per month) and the boarding deposit is required up front (two months' rent). The boarding charge is therefore billed on a monthly basis.
- Books deposit and copy fee are assessed per school year (books deposit: DKK 600; copy fee: DKK 200). Payment timing for these annual charges is handled with the school's enrolment/administration procedures.

Other costs and typical extras

- Class trips and study trips: Additional, variable charges apply when trips are organised; families are billed for the specific trip costs.
- Transport: For pupils who require public transport, a youth bus card can be used; the school currently subsidises DKK 144 per month for such a bus card in applicable cases. For certain routes the school operates a free dedicated school bus.
- Dormitory furnishing: Students should bring bed, desk chair and other personal items unless alternative arrangements with the internat are made.

Refund information

- Books deposit refund: The books deposit (DKK 600 per school year) is returned after completion of 3g when all loaned books have been handed back in accordance with the school's book‑loan rules.
- Boarding deposit and other refunds: The boarding deposit and any terms for refund or settlement on leaving the internat are governed by the internat agreement/lease and the internat house rules.

Fee payment options

- Bank transfer (domestic DKK account) — Reg: 7930, Konto: 1033753; IBAN (DKK): DK8279300001033753; BIC/SWIFT: AAKRDK22.
- Bank transfer for payments in Euro — IBAN (EUR): DK3679300009454084; BIC/SWIFT: AAKRDK22.

Short summary (practical points for parents)

- There is no school tuition for any year group; the main regular charges to plan for are the annual books deposit (DKK 600) and copy fee (DKK 200).
- Boarding families should budget DKK 3,050 per month plus an initial deposit of DKK 6,100 and should note that weekday meals are included in the boarding charge.
- Payments can be made by bank transfer to the school's DKK or EUR IBAN (BIC/SWIFT provided).
Academics

Deutsches Gymnasium für Nordschleswig teaches German Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum.

Curriculum
German is the language of instruction. Danish is taught at native-speaker level for Danish and as a second language in other subjects. If you have not completed the Danish folkeskole exam, you participate in an after-school Danish support course in year 1; if you come from the Danish system and learned German as a mother tongue, you also take an after-school German support course. The Grundverlauf (foundation phase) ends with a choice of a Studienrichtung (study direction). The Studienrichtungen offered are Biological, Mathematical, Linguistic, Musical, and Wirtschaftspolitische; each Studienrichtung is a package of compulsory subjects plus Studienrichtungsfächer, with Wahlfach options. Each subject can be taken at A-, B-, or C-level; A-level is the highest and typically requires three years. Two diplomas can be earned simultaneously: the Danish studentereksamen and the German Abitur, enabling direct access to universities in Denmark and Germany.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes.

Exam Results
Exams follow Danish guidelines and occur in May/June. After 1g, 0–1 exams; after 2g, 2 exams; after 3g, 10 exams including the Studienrichtungsprojekt. Internal year exams and timetable exams supplement the ministry requirements. Detailed statistics are published at uddannelsesstatistik.dk; DGN typically ranks near the top in Southern Denmark with high exam scores. 2024 8.5, 2023 8.5, 2022 8.9, 2021 8.6.

Higher Education Progression
The school prepares students for both the Danish studentereksamen and the German Abitur, enabling direct access to universities in Denmark and Germany. Admission to Danish universities depends on program-specific requirements; check ug.dk. This dual qualification expands study options and cross-border opportunities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
German and Danish are taught in a bilingual setting with German as the language of instruction. This bilingual environment fosters cross-cultural understanding and readiness for university study in both Denmark and Germany. A team of staff supports students' social and emotional wellbeing, including trusted teachers (Vertrauenslehrer) and a school counselor (Schulberaterin) who offer conversations, guidance, and practical help. There is literacy support and neurodiversity support through a reading advisor (Leseberaterin) and a pedagogical consultant (sps-støtte) focused on attention, planning, study strategies, and stress management, with access to assistive tools. Confidentiality is paramount; what you share remains confidential, and the Rector can help connect you to the right contact.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school provides SPS-supported assistance for students with diagnosed conditions, in line with Danish educational guidelines. Support covers concentration and attention, planning and structure of the school day, timely submission of tasks, learning and work strategies, coping with stress, and the use of assistive tools such as AppWriter or Nota. Students with a diagnosis have the same conditions as other Danish gymnasia, and rights to such support are available in Denmark. If you do not have a diagnosis but face similar challenges, you can still access SPS-style support.

Mental Wellbeing
A team of staff supports students' mental wellbeing and daily school life. Vertrauenslehrer (trusted teachers) and a Schulberaterin (school counselor) are available for confidential conversations, guidance, and conflict resolution. A pedagogical consultant (SPS-support) provides targeted assistance for students with diagnoses, including strategies for concentration, planning, task management, stress handling, and use of assistive tools. If you need urgent help or are unsure who to speak with, talk to the Rector, who can connect you with the right contact. Confidentiality is a top priority.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is supported by confidential access to staff who can help with safeguarding concerns. Vertrauenslehrer (trusted teachers) and a Schulberaterin (counselor) provide confidential conversations, guidance, and support, and you can speak with the Rector to find the right contact. What you share with staff is treated as confidential to protect your privacy. If you are unsure where to start, the Rector can help connect you with the appropriate safeguarding contacts.
Parent Experience

Community
We are a small gymnasium—open, lively, at home in two cultures. We strive for your academic qualifications, your personal development, and a strong sense of community within your class and our school. The school is bilingual with German and Danish at native levels and German as the language of instruction, giving you direct access to universities in Denmark and Germany. The school is part of the German minority in Nordschleswig, located at the border and welcoming students from Nordschleswig and beyond to experience both German and Danish cultures.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Förderverein exists since 2012 and provides financial support for the DGN beyond regular budgets to advance the school's work and to fund specific student needs. It subsidizes class-, exchange-, and study-trips; funds special teaching projects; supports social, sporting, or musical events; provides farewell gifts for Abitur graduates; and backs the work of the student council. The association is governed by a board, including Chair Uffe Iwersen; Vice-Chair Kerstin Siebels; Secretary Jens Mittag; Treasurer Karin Brodersen Yde; Auditor Antje Hansen; and additional board members Antje Beckmann and Heiko Siebels. Membership information is available by contacting contact@deutschesgym.dk.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Located in the 20,000-inhabitant town of Aabenraa at Svinget 26-28, DK-6200, the Deutsches Gymnasium für Nordschleswig sits on a large green plot in a quiet area near the town center. The town has about 20,000 residents. The campus is in Nordschleswig and is near many other educational institutions. It operates as an institution of the German minority in Denmark.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Class trips, events and internships are part of school life.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The DGN offers a wide range of after-school clubs that enrich academic interests, including Theatre Club, Choir, School Band, Art Club, Language Café, Technology Club, and more. Theatre Club rehearses a modern play during the school year and performs on three evenings in March. The Choir provides vocal training and multi‑part singing and participates in three major performances with southern Danish gymnasium choirs in the spring. The Language Café lineup includes Math Café, German Café, Danish Café and English Café to support collaborative study and language practice. Each year, additional clubs form as students and teachers collaborate on new interests.

Arts & Creative
Theatre Club develops a modern piece over the school year and performs on three evenings in March. The Choir offers voice training and multi‑part singing and participates in three large performances with south Danish gymnasium choirs in the spring. The School Band is run by musically interested students and contributes to school events with singing or instrument play. The Art Club lets students express their creativity.

Cultural & Language
Language Café activities include German Café, Danish Café and English Café, where students meet to practice languages. Danish language support (Dänischförder) is provided for students who do not yet have sufficient Danish for Danish instruction; if you do not pass the end of the first-year exam, you receive Danish language support in year two.

Social & Hobbies
Sport‑AGs offer opportunities for physical activity under the guidance of sports enthusiasts, including volleyball, basketball and badminton, with other sports available by interest. Additional clubs form each year as interests arise.

Community & Service
There is an Ehrenamtlich (volunteer) program inviting students to participate in community service projects, with school support. This provides opportunities to engage in social responsibility activities.

Leadership & Professional
Schülerbotschafter (Student Ambassadors) is a cross‑border project with about 30 DGN students participating alongside roughly 60 students from Duborg‑Skolen in Flensburg and A.P. Møller‑Skolen in Schleswig; the project is coordinated by Grænseforeningen and includes specialized training and a Copenhagen course, benefiting participants on the path to Abitur and future studies. The Student Representation (SV) represents student interests, organizes activities, and participates in teachers' conferences; SV representatives attend regional and state student councils to coordinate cross‑school actions and serves as the contact for students on conflicts and concerns.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sport‑AGs provide opportunities for physical activity, including volleyball, basketball and badminton, with other activities added as interests grow. These after‑school options support active, team‑oriented engagement.
Languages

Language Provision
The instructional language is German. Danish language instruction is offered at native-speaker or second-language levels. If you have not completed the Danish exam, you participate in a Danish language-support course in the first year, with continued Danish support in year 2 if necessary. If you come from the Danish school system and have begun learning German, you are expected to attend after-school German language courses to reach a German proficiency level that enables active participation in class. The school leads to the Danish student exam (studentereksamen) and to the German Abitur.

Bilingual Teaching
The school is bilingual, with German and Danish taught at native-speaker levels and German as the language of instruction. German is the mandatory language of instruction across the curriculum, while Danish is taught within a bilingual environment. Both languages are used in education to prepare students for university access in Denmark and Germany. The school leads students to the Danish student exam (studentereksamen) and to the German Abitur.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Danish school route: Applicants who attend a Danish school apply through their current school's study counselor, and your data are transmitted electronically to DGN. After receipt, admission is decided. The application deadline is March 1 of each year. If you or your parents do not have MitID and cannot use the electronic application system, you may also submit the application using our admissions form by March 1.

2. German school route: Applicants who attend a school in Germany must typically have a Mittlerer Schulabschluss, which qualifies for admission to a German upper secondary level. To apply, download the admissions form, complete it, and send it with a copy of your latest report by post or email to kontakt@deutschesgym.dk. The application deadline for students from Germany also ends on March 1 of each year.

3. After the deadline: The documents are reviewed and a decision on admission is made. An information booklet is available for download under Links and Documents to inform about the school. For questions, call 0045 74 62 26 36 or email kontakt@deutschesgym.dk.

4. Costs: There is no tuition. A books deposit of 600 DKK per school year is charged and refunded after the return of all borrowed books. A copying fee of 200 DKK per school year is charged. Costs for class trips are in addition.
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