GermanAbiturIEB South African National Senior Certificate
Languages
EnglishGerman
About
The Deutsche Internationale Schule Johannesburg (DSJ) offers young people superior and steadfast preparation for the complex challenges of our global world.
This varies each year but we suggest contacting our Admissions Department as soon as possible.
Students can join after academic year begins
This would depend on the results of assessments, as well as the level of German language efficiency.
School Day
School start time
7:50
School finish time
14:25
Supervised care before/after school
Yes
School bus service available
Yes and at NO extra cost to our learners.
School provided lunches
Yes, at an extra cost, through our amazing canteen.
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)
Yes.
Uniform required
Yes.
Classroom
Max. number of students per class
25
Average number of students per class
18
Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures)
Yes of course!
Does the school employ teaching assistants?
Yes.
Use of technology in the classroom
Being a school of high standards, we employ a number of different teaching methods, which include various forms of technology.
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?
The DSJ has around 1020 learners, representing more than 35 nationalities and 38 different religions - a truly global institution.
Student Body
Number of students
1020
Number of nationalities represented in the school
35
Most common nationality
German and South African
Ratio of local students to international students
We do not have 'international' students as such, all our students live in South Africa. We do not have boarding facilities.
Extracurricular
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered
The DSJ offers more than 50 sport, cultural and musical extra-murals to its learners throughout the year.
Sports activities included
While the DSJ is best known for its academic prowess, sport is taught as part of the curriculum and is offered, in many disciplines, as part of our comprehensive extra-mural programme.
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students
Yes.
Facilities
Facilities at the school
3 state-of-the art computer labs, a modern Learning Centre (Library), Biology labs, Physics labs and an amazing school hall, which is often rented out to external providers due to its hosting ability.
Sports facilities at the school
Indoor sports hall, tennis courts, football fields, swimming pool, volleyball courts and basketball courts.
Language Support
Native English and German speaking teachers
Yes
Language support for students not fluent in English and German
Yes.
Additional language classes offered by the school
French and Afrikaans.
Student Support
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs
Yes.
Learning support offered
The Phoenix Centre, founded in 2014, is the support facility attached to the school. The centre aims to holistically support and encourage each member of the school community and to be on hand with advice and help.
The school supports gifted, able and talented students
As above, the Phoenix Centre is not just for learners who need support but also provides opportunities for exceptional/bright learners to test themselves beyond the classroom.
