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Strengths German Education, STEM, Multilingual Environment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
German International School Dubai is a co-educational school founded in 2012, serving over 1,000 students from 30+ nationalities. The school follows the Thuringia state curriculum and offers the internationally recognised German Abitur. German is the primary language of instruction from kindergarten, with a comprehensive language support programme. The school has over 100 teachers and offers 50+ co-curricular activities and 20+ competitions per year. It has a KHDA rating of Very Good (2024) and is part of the German International Schools Network (DAS). Facilities include a school clinic, cafeteria, and modern campus with specialist learning spaces.
German International School Dubai has 1,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 23, instruction in German.
Location
The school is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Stages
The school operates across Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, and the Abitur stage. Students progress through to the German International Abitur, which is recognised globally for university admission.
Type
German International School Dubai is a private co-educational day school offering the German curriculum. It is part of the German International Schools Network (DAS).
Pupil Nationality Mix
Over 30 nationalities are represented across the student body of 1,000+ students.
Additional learning support
A dedicated inclusion programme supports students with additional needs. Comprehensive language support is available from kindergarten through secondary school.
Country affiliation
The school follows the Thuringia state curriculum from Germany and is part of the German International Schools Network (DAS), connecting it to German education standards worldwide.
Bus service
School bus transportation service is available.
Academics
German International School Dubai teaches German Curriculum, German Abitur for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The school follows the Thuringia state curriculum from Germany. Students work towards the German International Abitur, a qualification recognised internationally for university admission. STEM (MINT) excellence programmes run from kindergarten through secondary school, with research facilities and partnerships with German industry.
Higher Education Progression
The German Abitur is recognised internationally and provides access to universities in Germany, Europe, and worldwide.
Gifted and Talented
STEM (MINT) excellence programmes support students with strong aptitude in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. These programmes include research facilities and partnerships with German industry.
Wellbeing
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
A dedicated inclusion programme supports students with additional educational needs within the school setting.
Mental Wellbeing
Wellbeing initiatives are part of the school programme. An on-site school clinic provides medical support.
Admissions
Admissions
1. 2. Entrance requirements vary by level, with age requirements and placement testing for entry beyond kindergarten. 3. School tours are available to prospective families.
FAQs
What curriculum does the school follow?
The school follows the Thuringia state curriculum from Germany, leading to the German International Abitur, which is recognised worldwide for university entry.
What language is instruction in?
German is the primary language of instruction from kindergarten. Comprehensive language support helps students develop German proficiency. English and Arabic are also taught.
What is the KHDA rating?
The school has a KHDA rating of Very Good (2024).
How many students attend?
Over 1,000 students from 30+ nationalities, taught by more than 100 teachers.
When was the school founded?
The school was founded in 2012.
What are the STEM programmes like?
STEM (MINT) excellence programmes run from kindergarten through secondary school. These include research facilities and partnerships with German industry.
How many co-curricular activities are offered?
Over 50 co-curricular activities are available, with 20+ competitions organised per school year.
Is there a bus service?
Yes, school bus transportation is available.
Is there an inclusion programme?
Yes, a dedicated inclusion programme supports students with additional educational needs.
How do I apply?
Contact the school at +971(0)4-4562718 or info@germanschool.ae. Placement testing is required for entry beyond kindergarten.
