Deutsche Schule Algarve

Portugal, Algarve

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Instructs in German, Portuguese

Fees €6,468 - 7,062

Ages 5 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 190

Type Co-educational

Opened 1996

Bus Service Yes

The Deutsche Schule Algarve is a state-recognized German international school located in the Algarve. It offers a German curriculum for students aged 5 to 18, guiding Grundschule (grades 1–4) and Sekundarstufen I & II (grades 5–12), culminating in the German International Abitur (DIA). German remains the language of instruction, while Portuguese is the everyday language and English and French are taught as mandatory foreign languages. The school follows KMK guidelines for Deutsche Auslandsschulen and collaborates with Deutsche Schule Lissabon to ensure smooth transitions to German or international schools. Small class sizes foster a personal learning atmosphere, with differentiated instruction and open-learning formats. The timetable includes core subjects plus music, art, Sachunterricht, sport and swimming, and a focus on scientific work, presentation techniques and digital competencies. From 2025 the school operates under a family-led leadership team, continuing a strong intercultural and international project ethos, including Erasmus. A caring, internationally minded community.

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Curriculum German Curriculum

Taught languages Portuguese, English, French

Typical class size 16

Strengths Sport, Languages, STEM

Clubs Cultural and Language, Academic and Intellectual, Leadership and Professional

Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School

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