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What ages does German International School Cape Town serve, and which grades are on each campus?
DSK serves learners aged 6 to 18. The Main Campus in Tamboerskloof offers Grades 1–12, while the Tygerberg Campus in Parow North provides Kindergarten and Grades 1–4.
Is the school bilingual, and what are the two streams available?
Yes. The school offers a bilingual program with a German Stream (German-speaking) and an English Stream. The German Stream runs from Grade 1 to Grade 12, while the English Stream starts in Grade 5 for learners who do not speak German and includes German as a foreign language.
What are the tuition fees for Grades 1–12, and what payment options exist?
Tuition for Grades 1–12 is ZAR 94,284 per year if paid annually by 15 February, or ZAR 97,200 per year if paid in 12 monthly instalments. Per term, that equates to about ZAR 23,571 for the annual option or ZAR 24,300 for the monthly plan.
What additional admissions costs should I budget for?
Beyond tuition, expect a non‑refundable admission fee of ZAR 2,000, an administration fee of ZAR 2,500 for a study permit (if required), and a contingency deposit of ZAR 9,000 (Grades 1–5) or ZAR 13,000 (Grades 6+), plus a development/maintenance levy of ZAR 9,000 (Grades 1–5) or ZAR 13,000 (Grades 6+). A replacement student card costs ZAR 50.
What graduation options are available?
Graduate options include the German Stream with German International Abitur and IEB-NSC, or the English Stream with IEB-NSC and the German Language Diploma II (DSD II). These pathways provide dual qualifications for higher education in SA and abroad.
How does language immersion and the bilingual curriculum work?
German immersion runs through the German Stream from Grade 1 to Grade 12. In the English Stream (from Grade 5) German is taught as a foreign language, with several subjects taught bilingually in German and English.
What notable facilities does the Main Campus offer?
The Main Campus features a state‑of‑the‑art multimedia library, laptops and interactive smartboards in classrooms, an auditorium, a Gisela Lange Music Centre, STEM Centre, Sci‑Tech lab, art rooms, and a photovoltaic system, plus dedicated spaces for sport and performance.
What sports and other facilities are available?
There is a multi‑purpose sportshall, a multipurpose sports field, a dedicated swimming pool, and additional outdoor/indoor spaces to support a wide range of sports and PE activities.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Students can participate in IT & Coding (including EV3 Lego and Robotics), Chess, Drama, Music (Marimba, Choir, Jazz Band, etc.), Dance, Eco Rangers, Diversity Club, K.I.D.S., Science & Innovation Club, and cultural exchanges with Germany.
Are there leadership and community service opportunities?
Yes. Students can take on leadership roles through clubs and projects (e.g., media team, first aid, Diversity Club, Eco‑Rangers) and participate in exchange programs and community service initiatives.
What wellbeing and SEN support is available?
The Star Centre provides holistic support with a multidisciplinary team (psychologists, remedial teachers, learning therapists, learner coaches) and offers in‑class or targeted small‑group support, with confidentiality and a focus on emotional and social development.
How is EAL and language support provided?
From Grade 1–4 instruction is in German; Grades 5–12 can follow the English Stream or the German Stream. German is offered as a home language or second additional language in the German Stream, with German as a foreign language in the English Stream.
What about uniform and meals?
Uniform consists of navy/dark blue pants or skirts with a white polo and a navy logo hoodie/fleece/blazer. Meals are provided by Linga Longa Cafeteria (hot lunches, salads, vegetarian options) and the Tuckshop, with cashless payments via the eLunch system.
Is there any accreditation or awards information available?
The data provided does not list specific accreditations or awards; the school is affiliated with both Germany and South Africa and offers dual qualification pathways.
How are the university options viewed for graduates?
Graduates with the German International Abitur and IEB‑NSC have recognised pathways to higher education at universities in South Africa and abroad.
What languages are taught, and how is bilingual education implemented?
German and English are core languages. From Grade 5, learners choose between the German Stream or the English Stream; the curriculum includes bilingual subjects and additional languages such as French, Afrikaans and isiXhosa, with DSD II available in the English Stream.
When does German start for non‑German‑speaking learners?
In the English Stream, non‑German-speaking learners begin German as a foreign language in Grade 5, with opportunities to transition to the German Stream as appropriate.
What is the school's history and founding?
The school traces back to 1875 with a property purchase, was founded in 1883 as Deutsche St. Martini School, and later became Deutsche Internationale Schule Kapstadt. The first matric exam was in 1964, admissions opened to all races in 1983, the Gisela Lange Music Centre opened in 1998 and the STEM Centre in 2024.
How can parents get involved in the school community?
Parents can engage through the Parent Involvement and Parent Council (Elternrat), join committees and the bazaar, participate in events like concerts and the Bazaar, support the Ubuntu Talent Fund, or contribute as mentors or donors.
