Deutsche Schule Moskau

The school is committed to fostering German language competence and multilingualism while promoting democratic values, critical thinking, and social responsibility. It aims to provide a modern, student-oriented learning environment that encourages interdisciplinary work and individual development. The school emphasizes cultural exchange and prepares students to act sustainably and responsibly in a global context.

The school offers a comprehensive educational pathway starting with a kindergarten (including a crèche for children under 3), followed by a primary school (Grundschule) and secondary levels (Sekundarstufe I and II). The curriculum covers core subjects such as German, mathematics, natural sciences, social sciences, history, geography, and foreign languages including English, French, and Russian. The academic program is designed to be modern and digital, with a focus on competence-based learning and individual support.

The school prepares students for the 'Mittlere Reife' and the 'Allgemeine deutsche Hochschulreife' (Abitur). It has been awarded the 'Exzellente deutsche Auslandsschule' quality seal by the German Ministry of Culture. The school emphasizes future-oriented education, providing career and study counseling to support students in their post-secondary transitions.

The school provides intensive language support for students in the kindergarten and primary levels to ensure they meet the necessary German proficiency standards. A school social work team is available to support students, teachers, and parents with psychological and social matters. Individualized support plans are implemented to address specific learning needs and to assist students in their academic development.

Admission to the school requires age-appropriate proficiency in the German language, which is verified through a mandatory assessment for students transferring from non-German-speaking schools. Applicants must submit previous school reports, with students entering grades 10 or 11 required to provide records from the last three academic years. The process involves a formal application, and the school requires consent from all legal guardians for enrollment.

The school operates on a schedule with major breaks including autumn, Christmas, February, Easter, and summer holidays. The academic year typically begins in mid-to-late August. The calendar also includes specific public holidays observed in both Germany and Russia, as well as designated teacher training days (SCHILF-Tage) when classes are not in session.

The campus features a library with an online catalog and access to the 'Antolin' reading program, as well as a cafeteria and a school bus service. The school is equipped with modern digital infrastructure, including the use of iPads in the classroom. The grounds and facilities are managed to support a range of academic and extracurricular activities, with specific regulations governing their use.

The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including a choir named 'TonArt' and a student-run newspaper called 'DSMAktuell'. Students can participate in various interest groups (IG) focused on sports and leisure. Additionally, the school facilitates student involvement through a student council (SV), which organizes projects and events, and provides opportunities for participation in competitions like 'Jugend musiziert' and 'Känguruwettbewerb'.