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The German School

Kinder und Jugendliche im Alter von 3 - 19 Jahren lernen gemeinsam auf einem weitläufigen, grünen Gelände zwischen Richmond Park und Themse. Wir bieten ihnen eine erstklassige Ausbildung in einer internationalen, freundlichen Schulgemeinschaft.

Richmond upon ThamesAll ThroughCo EdAges 3–19Day890 pupils
Day fees
Fees TBC
How competitive entry is
Observation + InterviewCompetitive entry
Pupils
890
Founded
1971
Next deadline
Open day: TBC
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Independent co-ed school in Surrey for ages 3–19.

Best for
Who thrives here
  • Children aged 3–19.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
Watch-outs
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  • Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.
  • SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
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About the head

Gemeinsam lernen, leben, Brücken bauen und unsere Schule gestalten - diese vier Bereiche des Leitbilds sind der Kompass für das tägliche Miteinander an der DSL.

Latest exam results

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Where leavers go

2024
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Recent coverage

The German School London currently educates 890 students aged 3 to 19 from 52 nations, maintaining a strong international community. The most recent Abitur graduating class achieved an average score of 1.98, reflecting high academic standards. The school offers recognized German and IB diplomas, enabling graduates to pursue higher education worldwide, supported by comprehensive university and career counseling programs.

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1 Sept 2025
Registration closesPassed
15 Nov 2025
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Registration windows
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2026-271 Sept 202515 Nov 2025TBCClosed

Open events

Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.

Fees

Fees TBCper year · Day · 2025-26
Also budget for · Registration fee, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music tuition, exam fees. These vary by school — check with admissions for the full cost breakdown.

Bursaries & Scholarships

Inspection

Ofsted 1 Jul 2025

One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.

Outstanding
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Term dates 2025-26

autumn1 Sept 202519 Dec 2025Half-term 20 Oct 2025–31 Oct 2025
spring5 Jan 202627 Mar 2026Half-term 16 Feb 2026–20 Feb 2026
summer13 Apr 202617 Jul 2026

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Questions parents ask

Common questions about The German School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.

What kind of child is The German School best for?+

Independent co-ed school in Surrey for ages 3–19.

How does admissions work?+

Admissions style isn't fully documented in our profile. Contact the school directly using the details in the contact card.

Are fees published?+

Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.

Does the school support SEND?+

SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has identified needs, contact admissions early to discuss capacity.

Are there open days?+

1 upcoming open day or tour — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.

How do I contact admissions?+

phone on 0261221594419 or the registrars listed in the contact card. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.

What similar schools should I compare?+

We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to The German School — see the "Schools like The German School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.

Enrichment last updated 14 May 2026. Sources include the school’s official site, Wikipedia, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, and Sunday Times Parent Power.

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