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Deutsche Internationale Schule Pretoria

Opportunity. Excellence. Global Reach.

Perspektive. Exzellenz. Globalität.

ounded in 1899, the Deutsche About the German Educational Model
Internationale Schule Pretoria (DSP) The German educational model emphasises developing independence in children. We
Fhas earned its pedigree as a globally encourage critical thinking, support children in taking ownership of their learning process
respected German school. Our park-like and accentuate the development of creative problem-solving skills.
premises with spaciously designed school
buildings are the perfect setting for our Another characteristic of the German schools is that the learners traditionally stay in
learners from crèche to the end of their the same groups as they go through the grades. This creates a community much like one
school days. From Grade 10 onward, we experiences throughout life. To be a part of a thriving community, one must learn to support
offer two school streams: The National and encourage others, deal with individual differences, and establish a strong bond that
Senior Certificate (NSC) provided by the continues long after their school years come to an end.
Independent Examinations Board (IEB)
and the German International “Abitur” Our Vision
for the German university qualification. Through harmonious co-existence and without prejudice, the learners of our school grow
to become mature citizens with a reputation for being self-confident and critical as they
We offer learners: Opportunity. contribute to society. The world is theirs to explore.
Excellence. Global Reach.
Who attends the DSP?
Children have the opportunity to learn At our School of Encounter, young people of different socioeconomic backgrounds and of all
German, the most widely spoken mother population groups in South Africa meet with children from Germany, Europe, and other parts
tongue in Europe (Germany, Austria, of the world. As a result, our learners are open-minded and curious young people equipped
Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg). to respond to life’s challenges.
In addition, our highly rated school
leaving certificates – the Abitur, or The DSP follows German and South African curricula:
graduating with a German language - German and English are taught as mother tongue and as a foreign language.
diploma enables learners to study - Non-German speaking learners have entry opportunities in Kindergarten, Pre-School,
throughout Europe. Grade 1, and Grade 5.
- Further languages from Grade 6: Afrikaans and French
The excellence of our teachers provides a - Mathematics, Science, and Social Sciences are compulsory subjects for the Abitur.
world-class, nurturing, safe environment.
Supplementary offering includes:
Our school has built a trusted network - Career orientation
of partnerships with German businesses - Scholar exchange
and institutions, ensuring our learners - A diverse sports programme including soccer, handball, basketball,
benefit from the global reach of our athletics, swimming
community. At DSP, we proudly value - A music programme including orchestra and ensembles
our approach to diversity, freedom - Afterschool care centre
of expression, and encouraging our - Therapy centre
learners to cross borders and embrace
the world beyond their own. Thanks to Simon Vermooten Rd, The Willows, Pretoria
the DSP network, our alumni have forged 012 803 4106/7/8
successful, fulfilling careers in South dsp@dsp.gp.school.za
Africa and Europe. www.dspretoria.co.za

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