Deutsche Internationale Schule Pretoria

South Africa, Pretoria

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The school at a glance

Instructs in German, English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 0 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 750

Type Co-educational

Opened 1899

Bus Service Yes

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Academic offering

Curriculum German Curriculum

Taught languages German, English, Afrikaans

Typical class size 23

Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment, Sport

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing

Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, High School

Introduction

Deutsche Internationale Schule Pretoria (DSP) is a co-educational German-English bilingual day school in The Willows, Pretoria, founded in 1899. It offers German and South African curricula from creche through Grade 12, culminating in the Kombiabitur (dual German Abitur and South African NSC) or the English-language NSC with German Language Diploma. The school occupies a park-like campus with extensive sports facilities.

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The Essentials

Location

Simon Vermooten Road, The Willows, Pretoria, Gauteng 0041, South Africa

Stages

Creche (3 months) through Grade 12 (age 18)

Type

Private co-educational bilingual day school

Pupil Nationality Mix

International community including German expatriate families and local South African students.

Additional learning support

Dual-language programme with German and English pathways. Students develop bilingual competency from an early age.

Country affiliation

German (supported by the German government as a German school abroad)

Religious affiliation

Protestant heritage (founded through the Klinkenberg Foundation for a German Protestant congregational school), now welcoming all faiths.

School day structure

Full-day programme. Holiday care available. Contact the school for specific timings.

Bus service

Bus services available for students.

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Fees

Enrolment fee ranges from R 6,180 to R 11,220. Fees payable yearly, termly, or monthly (x10). 5% discount for early payment in full. Sibling discounts available. Contact the school for full tuition fee schedule.

Academics

Curriculum

German education system from creche through Grade 12. Secondary I (Grades 5-9) leads to Hauptschule or Realschule certificates. Secondary II (Grades 10-12) offers the Kombiabitur (dual German Abitur and South African NSC) or the English-language NSC with German Language Diploma (DSD).

Student Teacher Ratio

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Exam Results

Students graduate with internationally recognised German Abitur and/or South African NSC qualifications.

Higher Education Progression

Kombiabitur holders can study at universities in Germany, South Africa, and worldwide. Global networking through German institutional partnerships.

Gifted and Talented

German education model emphasises independence, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving.

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Admissions

Online application available at dspretoria.co.za/apply. Enrolment fee ranges from R 6,180 to R 11,220.

Scholarships

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Waitlist

Subject to seat availability.

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FAQs

What curriculum does DSP follow?

DSP follows the German education system with dual qualification pathways: the Kombiabitur (German Abitur combined with South African NSC) or the English-language NSC with German Language Diploma.

When was the school founded?

DSP was founded in December 1899, with the first school building opening in 1900.

What languages are taught?

German and English are both taught as mother tongue and as a foreign language. The school is fully bilingual.

What age range does DSP accept?

From creche (3 months) through Grade 12 (age 18).

Does the school offer boarding?

No, DSP is a day school only.

Is bus transport available?

Yes, bus services are available for students.

Who is the principal?

Manuel Hass has served as Principal since 2022.

What qualifications do graduates receive?

Graduates can earn the Kombiabitur (German Abitur plus South African NSC) or the English-language NSC with German Language Diploma.

Can graduates study in Germany?

Yes, Kombiabitur holders are qualified to study at universities in Germany, South Africa, and worldwide.

What is the enrolment fee?

Enrolment fees range from R 6,180 to R 11,220 depending on the grade level.

Are payment plans available?

Yes, fees can be paid yearly, termly, or in 10 monthly instalments. A 5% discount applies for early payment in full.

Does DSP offer holiday care?

Yes, holiday care with lunch is available.

Where is the school located?

DSP is located on Simon Vermooten Road in The Willows, Pretoria, on a park-like campus.

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