Delta Secondary School Windhoek

Namibia, Windhoek

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, German

Fees NAD 3,600

Ages Not listed

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Bus Service No

Academic offering

Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge International AS Levels

Taught languages German, English

Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language

Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

Delta Secondary School Windhoek is a government secondary school in Windhoek, Namibia, located at Hidipo Hamutenya Street and Bevil Rudd Street. The school delivers a bespoke curriculum alongside Cambridge International AS Levels, preparing students for regional assessments. Instruction is offered in German and English; in Grade 8 German is introduced as an additional language, with learners new to German studying it at foundation level as German as a foreign language. The school currently offers only German and English as languages. Delta is a PASCH network member since 2009, promoting German language and culture through its long-standing history as Deutsche Oberschule Windhoek. It collaborates with Delta Verein Windhoek, Delta School Windhoek and AGDS, and Projekt Lilie supports language education and cultural projects. The school emphasizes mathematics and the sciences and regularly places in the top ten in the Khomas region and nationwide in NSSC examinations at Higher and Ordinary levels nationwide.

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The Essentials

Location

Windhoek, Namibia. The school is a government secondary school administered through the Delta Verein Windhoek (DVW) network, together with Delta School Windhoek (DSW) and Delta Kindergarten. It collaborates with the Association of German School Societies in Namibia (AGDS).

Stages

Grade 8 to Grade 12 (secondary level)

Type

Government (public) secondary school

Country affiliation

Namibia

Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements

Hostel is available; 2027 hostel applications are open.

Governance and Ownership

The school is a government secondary school in Windhoek. It is administered through Delta Verein Windhoek (DVW), along with Delta School Windhoek and Delta Kindergarten. It collaborates with the Association of German School Societies in Namibia (AGDS) and is a member of the PASCH network.

Fees

Application fees

- A non-refundable administration fee of N$ 10.00 is payable on submission of a new-student application.

Tuition fees by school year / grade

- There are no official per-grade tuition charges. Instead, the school requests a voluntary annual contribution of N$ 3,600.00 per child; this contribution is payable in monthly installments.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The expected annual contribution (N$ 3,600.00) is payable in monthly installments.
- Hostel fees are payable at the beginning of each term; payment plans are available upon request. Late payments incur a 5% monthly penalty.
- Daycare (after-school Hort) fees are payable in advance, collected over eleven months per year; the Hort requires one month's written notice for termination. Cash payments may be made at the school secretariat and bank-deposit options are used for Hort payments.

Boarding / Hostel fees (where applicable)

- Term fee (paid to the Ministry of Education): N$ 3,406.00 per term.
- Hostel maintenance: N$ 800.00 per term.
- Activity fee (weekend/recreational programs): N$ 300.00 per term.
- Total hostel charge per term: N$ 4,506.00.
- Hostel fees must be paid before the start of term; bank deposit details and payment plans are available through the hostel office; receipts should be retained and presented as required. Late payments attract a 5% monthly fee. Contact details for hostel enquiries are provided by the school.

Other costs and regular extras

- Sport uniform: school sport uniform is ordered and paid for at the school office/secretary.
- Stationery and personal supplies: parents are responsible for books, stationery and specific subject equipment; the school publishes stationery lists for each grade and offers optional school-supplied items where available.
- Daycare (Hort) monthly charges: N$ 800.00 for the first child per month; N$ 600.00 per month for the second and each subsequent child (payments structured across eleven months).

Refund information

- The N$ 10.00 application/administration fee is non-refundable.
- Daycare/Hort enrollment requires one month's written notice for termination; fees are collected in advance and account adjustments follow that policy. Hostel fees are charged per term and must be paid before term start; late-payment penalties apply. (Specific refund procedures for other fees are handled through the school's finance office.)

Fee payment options and practical details

- Accepted payment methods include bank deposits (bank details provided for specific funds such as the Hort or hostel), and cash payments at the school secretary/finance office. Payment plans are available on request for hostel fees. Receipts must be retained and presented when required.
- For billing and finance enquiries, use the school finance contacts provided by the school's administration.

Academics

Curriculum

Delta Secondary School Windhoek teaches in German and English. In grade 8, German is taught as an additional language; learners who haven't studied German before learn it at foundation level as German as a foreign language. The school currently offers only German and English as languages. AS levels are offered under the new curriculum. The school emphasizes mathematics and sciences and regularly achieves top-ten positions regionally within Khomas and country-wide in the National Senior Secondary Certificate (NSSC) examinations at Higher and Ordinary levels. The school is a PASCH network member since 2009 to promote German language and culture.

Exam Results

Top-ten positions regionally within Khomas and country-wide in NSSC examinations at Higher and Ordinary levels. The Ministry of Education Arts and Culture selected the school to offer AS levels in the new curriculum.

Wellbeing

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school teaches German as the additional language in Grade 8; those without prior German study begin at the foundations level as German as a foreign language. English is offered as the other language.

Parent Experience

History

Delta Secondary School Windhoek (DSSW) is a government school in Windhoek, Namibia. It was previously known as Deutsche Oberschule Windhoek. It is administered through the Delta Verein Windhoek (DVW) together with Delta School Windhoek (DSW) and Delta Kindergarten. DSSW collaborates with the Association of German School Societies in Namibia (AGDS), and in 2007 Projekt Lilie was opened under the motto "Die Zukunft Beginnt im Klassenzimmer" to support education and promote German language and culture. Since 2009, DSSW has been a member of the PASCH network.

Community

Welcome to the Delta Family! The school is administered through the Delta Verein Windhoek (DVW) together with Delta School Windhoek (DSW) and Delta Kindergarten, reinforcing the Delta community. It collaborates with the Association of German School Societies in Namibia (AGDS) and is a member of the PASCH network since 2009 to promote German language and culture. The school prides itself on high academic performance in mathematics and sciences, regularly achieving top-ten positions in the Khomas region and nationwide in the National Senior Secondary Certificate examinations, and offers AS levels in the new curriculum.

Facilities

Academic Facilities

Delta Secondary School Windhoek is a government school in Windhoek. The school has high academic performance in mathematics and sciences, with students honored with numerous awards. The school regularly attains top-ten positions within the Khomas region and nationwide in the National Senior Secondary Certificate examinations at Higher and Ordinary levels. The Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture selected the school as one of a few in the region to offer AS levels under the new curriculum. In Grade 8, German is taught as an additional language; learners without prior German knowledge study it at the foundations level in German as a foreign language. The school currently offers only German and English.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

Debating; History Society; Chess Club; Newspaper Committee; Photography and Media; Library Prefects and Bookroom Helpers

Arts & Creative

Drama Club; Photography and Media; Art Excursions; Art Battle

Cultural & Language

German Reading (Reading Is Fun – Lesen Macht Spaß); Bible Studies

Social & Hobbies

Newspaper Committee; Tuckshop Committee; Environmental Club; Chess Club; Drama Club; Dungeons and Dragons; Learner Fundraising Committee; Learners Help Learners; Cheerleading and Team Leaders

Community & Service

Peer Support Group (Blood Donation); Dragon Boat (Fundraising Event)

Leadership & Professional

Library Prefects and Bookroom Helpers; Cheerleading and Team Leaders; Learner Fundraising Committee; Learners Help Learners

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Spirit Week and Athletics; Bible Studies

Languages

Language Provision

Languages taught are German and English. German is introduced as an additional language from Grade 8. Learners without prior German study begin at a German as a foreign language foundations level. No other languages are offered.

Bilingual Teaching

The school offers German and English as languages. German is taught as an additional language from Grade 8. Learners with no prior German start at foundations level in German as a foreign language. No other languages are offered.

Admissions

1. Applications open during the third term (June/July) each year. 2. The school receives over a thousand applications and can accommodate 170 grade 8 learners. 3. Parents are urged to contact the school for specific dates and to arrive early to avoid disappointment.

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FAQs

Where is Delta Secondary School Windhoek located and what grades does it serve?

Delta Secondary School Windhoek is in Windhoek, Namibia. It serves Grade 8 to Grade 12 as a government secondary school and operates as a co‑educational institution with boarding available. The school teaches in German and English and offers AS levels under the new curriculum.

What languages are taught at Delta Secondary School Windhoek, and how is German introduced for new learners?

The school teaches German and English. In Grade 8, German is taught as an additional language; learners with no prior German study start at foundation level as German as a foreign language. Only German and English are offered.

Is boarding available at Delta Secondary School Windhoek, and what does it involve?

Yes. Boarding is available through a hostel operated by the Delta Verein Windhoek. For 2027, hostel applications are open, and the total hostel charge per term is 4,506.00 N$ (3,406.00 term fee plus 800.00 maintenance and 300.00 activity fee). Fees must be paid before the start of each term, and late payments incur a 5% monthly penalty.

What is the application fee for new students?

A non-refundable administration fee of N$ 10.00 is payable on submission of a new-student application.

What is the annual contribution and how is it paid?

There is a voluntary annual contribution of N$ 3,600.00 per child, payable in monthly installments. The contribution is billed as an annual amount and paid across the year.

What are Hort and boarding charges and terms for families using after-school care or living on campus?

Hort (Daycare) charges are N$ 800.00 per month for the first child and N$ 600.00 per month for the second and subsequent children, paid across eleven months. Hort requires one month's written notice for termination, and payments are collected in advance; receipts and bank-deposit options are available.

Does Delta Secondary School Windhoek offer AS levels, and what curriculum changes have been made?

Yes. AS levels are offered under the new curriculum, and the Ministry of Education selected Delta Secondary School Windhoek to offer AS levels.

How does the school perform academically in NSSC exams?

The school regularly achieves top-ten positions regionally within Khomas and nationwide in the National Senior Secondary Certificate examinations at Higher and Ordinary levels.

What extracurricular activities are available at Delta Secondary School Windhoek?

The school offers a wide range of activities, including Debating, History Society, Chess Club, Newspaper Committee, Photography and Media, Library Prefects and Bookroom Helpers, Drama Club, Art, German Reading, Bible Studies, Environmental Club, Dungeons and Dragons, and Cheerleading and Team Leaders.

Are there leadership roles and service opportunities for students?

Yes. Students can take on roles such as Library Prefects and Bookroom Helpers, Cheerleading and Team Leaders, Learner Fundraising Committee, and Learners Help Learners. There are also community activities like the Peer Support Group (Blood Donation) and Dragon Boat fundraising.

What language support is available for students who are new to German?

German is taught as an additional language from Grade 8; students without prior German start at the foundation level as German as a foreign language, while English is offered as the other language.

How is Delta Secondary School Windhoek connected to PASCH and AGDS?

Delta Secondary School Windhoek is a PASCH network member since 2009 to promote German language and culture and collaborates with the Association of German School Societies in Namibia (AGDS). The school is administered through the Delta Verein Windhoek network.

What is the admissions timeline and capacity for Grade 8 intake?

Applications open during the third term (June/July) each year. The school receives over a thousand applications and can accommodate about 170 Grade 8 learners.

What is the history of Delta Secondary School Windhoek and its affiliations?

Delta Secondary School Windhoek was formerly Deutsche Oberschule Windhoek. It is administered through the Delta Verein Windhoek and collaborates with AGDS; Projekt Lilie was opened in 2007 to promote education and German language and culture, and the school has been a PASCH member since 2009.

Are there community events or fundraising activities associated with the school?

Yes. The extracurricular programme includes events such as Dragon Boat fundraisers and various learner-led fundraising and environmental initiatives.

What is the governance structure for Delta Secondary School Windhoek?

The school is a government secondary school administered through the Delta Verein Windhoek (DVW) network, alongside Delta School Windhoek and Delta Kindergarten, and it collaborates with the AGDS.

What other on-campus services exist, such as daycare or transport options?

Hort provides after-school daycare with specified monthly charges, and the school accepts bank deposits and cash payments for Hort fees. Receipts are required and payment plans for hostel fees can be arranged.

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