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.
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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 —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History —
Community	Community —	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
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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