Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar
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The school fosters open, respectful citizenship and lifelong learning. Open citizen: expresses own views clearly, respects others, asks questions when unsure, collaborates in teams, and engages with written, visual, and spoken information. Innovator: solves problems, considers multiple perspectives, pursues ongoing self-development, and acts with integrity. Lifelong learner: takes responsibility for learning, participates in after‑school activities to grow, shares knowledge, sets goals, and manages time. Active citizen: cares for the environment and community, makes responsible decisions, protects health and safety for self and others, and understands rights. Diligent citizen: manages time well, works independently and with others, seeks and shares new information, uses up‑to‑date technology, and remains eager to learn.
German language instruction is offered within the European framework, with DSD I and DSD II diplomas and A1/A2 certificates available under the program. Passing these examinations enables admission to universities and colleges in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland without language tests and provides a lifelong language credential. There is a summer immersion program with German teachers for immersive language learning. English language training uses the Oxford ELT program (since 2019–2020) with about 80% of teaching staff being foreign. After‑school electives include Public Speaking, Drama, Book Club, and Journalism from 14:40 to 15:20 each term.
Life‑skills education is an integral part of the curriculum, teaching students to protect their health, learn essential living skills, participate in humanitarian activities, and engage in arts, sports, and aesthetics with peers, supporting collaborative learning and holistic wellbeing.
Deutsche Schule Ulaanbaatar (DSUB) is a German international school in Mongolia offering a continuous education path for grades 1–12. The school follows the Mongolian National Curriculum and delivers bilingual instruction in German and English, with Mongolian language and culture integrated into the program. A Life Skills Program promotes health, essential life skills, and community service, alongside participation in artistic, athletic, and cultural activities to support holistic development. DSUB collaborates with Die Zentralstelle fur das Auslandsschulwesen (ZfA) and is a PASCH partner Schule, reinforcing its commitment to German-language education and cultural exchange. Students can participate in a Student Exchange Program with partner schools in Asia and Europe, a one-month language immersion in Germany, and a one-year study option at a PASCH partner school in Germany. German language courses lead to DSD I/II and DSD-related diplomas; English follows the Oxford ELT program. The school emphasizes language proficiency, international opportunities, and community engagement.