The German School Nairobi, also known as Deutsche Schule Nairobi or Michael-Grizmek-Schule, is a German international school located along Limuru Road in Gigiri, opposite the Village Market, Nairobi, Kenya.
Established in 1969, the school is accredited by the Standing Conference of the Ministers of Education and Cultural Affairs of the Länder in Germany and has been awarded the title “Excellent German School Abroad” three times consecutively, most recently in 2024, as certified by the German Federal President.
German School Nairobi Educational Curriculum
Bilingual Kindergarten
Deutsche Schule’s Nursery caters for children from 18 months to 3 years, with groups like the “Lion Group” (18–24 months) and “Zebra Group” (2–3 years).
The kindergarten caters to children from 3 to 6 years, including pre-school (5–6 years) preparing for primary school.
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Instruction is in German and English, fostering multilingualism. German is taught through a “language bath” approach, with weekly lessons and small-group support for non-German speakers.
It follows the Thuringian (German) curriculum, emphasizing play-based learning, social skills, and intercultural competence.
Activities include arts, music, sports, and early literacy/numeracy, preparing children for the German school system or international schools.
The available facilities include a spacious green campus with a playground, school garden, cafeteria, library, and sports facilities (e.g., swimming pool, gymnastics room).
The kindergarten operates sustainably, with 90% of electricity from solar power as of 2024.
Extracurriculars offered include music, art, theater, sports, and cultural events like plays and concerts, fostering creativity and community engagement.
Apply via the school’s website (dsnairobi.de) with a Ksh13,000 non-refundable waiting list fee. Required documents include birth certificates, passports, and health records.
Primary School
Michael-Grizmek-Schule offers a primary school program for children aged 6 to 10 years (Grades 1–4).
Subjects include German, English, Mathematics, General Studies (covering science, history, and geography), Art, Music, Sports, and Religion/Ethics.
The primary school serves approximately 100–150 students with a diverse community from 32 nationalities, fostering an inclusive, family-like environment.
The teaching approach focuses on individualized learning, social skills, and democratic values. Small class sizes ensure personalized attention, with teachers trained in German tutoring.
The primary school prepares students for the orientation phase (Grade 5) and eventual German qualifications like the secondary school diploma or German International Abitur (DIAP).
Secondary School
The Grade 5 in German School Nairobi serves as the orientation phase and is a transition from primary to secondary, helping students adjust to increased academic rigor.
The Lower Secondary grades from grade 6-10 lead to the German Hauptschulabschluss or Realschulabschluss (secondary school diplomas).
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The Upper Secondary grades 11-12 prepares students for the German International Abitur (DIAP), recognized globally for university admissions.
Admission and Fees
Apply via the school’s website (dsnairobi.de) with a Ksh13,000 non-refundable waiting list fee.
German School Nairobi is open to students from the school’s primary program or external applicants, with German language support for non-native speakers.
Required documents include birth certificates, passports, and health records.
Non-German-speaking students may need to demonstrate or develop German proficiency.
Contact [email protected] for inquiries or to schedule a visit.
Contacts
Address: P.O. Box 978, 00621 Nairobi, Kenya, Limuru Road, Gigiri.
Phone: +254 (0) 721-25 84 17 or +254 (0) 733-44 56 85.
Email: [email protected].
Website: dsnairobi.de.
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