Welcome to the DSJ
Founded in 1890, it is one of the oldest schools in the city and one of the largest German schools on the African continent. At present approximately 970 learners of 27 different nationalities are taught at the DSJ. The Deutsche Internationale Schule Johannesburg is an integrated school with a bilingual educational programme: it offers both matric, the South African exit exam, and the German International Abitur.
Mission Statement
- We promote and nourish the German language, European culture and international cooperation.
- We reinforce tolerant behaviour, intercultural communication and social responsibility.
- We strive for excellent academic, artistic and sport-related achievements, employing the latest learning and teaching methods.
- We facilitate interaction between diverse cultures and promote intercultural learning.
- We create a living and learning environment in our school.