Deutsche Internationale Schule Johannesburg
International School in Johannesburg
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Key facts
- Curriculum: German taught at Deutsche Internationale Schule Johannesburg.
- Tuition: $4,537–$6,003/yr estimated range, unverified — confirm with the school.
- Avg class size: 18 (max 25) Johannesburg international school · 1,020 students total.
- 35 nationalities top: German and South African.
- Ages: Ages 1 to 18 school day starts at 7:50.
1,020
35 (German and South African)
18 avg / 25 max
Available
About Deutsche Internationale Schule Johannesburg
The Deutsche Internationale Schule Johannesburg (DSJ) offers young people superior and steadfast preparation for the complex challenges of our global world.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school lists some support, but the listing is imported and unverified — confirm it directly with the school.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- •Listed (unverified): Learning support: moderate
- •Listed (unverified): In-house specialist staff listed
- •Listed (unverified): EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $4,537–$6,003(est.) |
| Annual tuition (ZAR) | R 83940-R 111060 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $6,470(+23%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $7,970 |
| Cost position in Johannesburg | 33th percentile(mid-range) |
German
DSJ learners have the choice between the German International Abitur and the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) NSC Matric Certificate.
Our Class of 2023 achieved a 100% pass rate and a 100% university exemption rate.
French and Afrikaans.
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.
Yes.
Yes.
7:50 – 14:25
Yes, at an extra cost, through our amazing canteen.
Yes.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
At a Glance
Fee Position in Johannesburg
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: German and South African
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