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Switzerland, Geneva
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German is the language of instruction across the school from age 3 to 18. The school prepares students for the Deutsches Internationales Abitur, equivalent to the Swiss Matura or French Baccalauréat. External language offerings include German courses for external children and youths aged 4 to 19, with Goethe examinations available on site. From January 2026, French and German courses for adults will be offered at various levels.
DSG runs a bilingual literacy program in German and French. In kindergarten, bilingual literacy is introduced and the two languages are learned concurrently. The program targets preschool and primary levels, emphasizing early bilingual development and cognitive benefits noted in research. Many studies show that early bilingual learning facilitates the acquisition of other languages.
DSG uses a bilingual literacy approach in German and French as an immersion-based program. In kindergarten, the two languages are learned in parallel as part of the curriculum. The program aims to foster functional bilingualism and cognitive development through early exposure, and runs from preschool through primary school.
Deutsche Schule Genf is a German international school in Geneva serving students aged 3 to 18. Endorsed by the Federal Republic of Germany, it belongs to a network of German overseas schools and follows the German curriculum with local anchoring. In secondary grades (ages 12–18) students learn in a competence-oriented environment that balances challenge with flexibility. Core subjects provide a solid foundation, while optional courses allow tailoring toward interests and goals. Multilingual instruction and intercultural competence are emphasized, and students develop critical thinking to meet challenges. The Deutsche Internationale Abitur (DIA) is the final diploma, opening access to universities in Switzerland, Germany. Career and study orientation includes visits to EPFL and ETH Zürich, fairs, internships, and exchanges with partner universities and companies. Extracurriculars span cultural activities, study trips, and international exchanges, alongside political evenings and projects with international organizations in Geneva. It provides individualized support in a human-scale setting.
