

Deutsche Schule Thessaloniki - DST
Founded 1887
Updated July 2026
Accreditations
Languages
The German School of Thessaloniki is a long-standing educational institution with over 135 years of experience that prepares students to become global citizens. It offers a comprehensive, multicultural education that combines German and Greek cultural influences.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school emphasizes the development of a multidimensional and well-rounded personality by integrating elements of both German and Greek culture. It fosters adaptability, creative thinking, and individual responsibility, encouraging students to approach challenges with confidence and work effectively within teams.
Programmes
The school provides a structured educational pathway starting from Kindergarten, where children learn German through play, followed by primary education (Grades 1-4) and secondary education (Grades 5-12). The curriculum is designed to cultivate 21st-century skills and culminates in the German International Abitur (DIA). The academic program is continuously updated to ensure students are prepared for higher education and future professional success.
Outcomes
Graduates are prepared for further studies and professional careers in Greece or abroad. The school is recognized by the Conference of Ministers of Education of Germany as a German school abroad, and students have the opportunity to earn the German International Abitur (DIA).
Student support
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school hosts events such as "Free Sample Teaching Days" to allow prospective families to experience the school environment. Interested parties can contact the school directly via the provided phone number or email address for further information regarding the enrollment process.
Calendar
The school operates on a schedule that includes traditional community events, such as an annual Oktoberfest celebration held in September. Additionally, the school hosts periodic events like summer concerts and sample teaching sessions throughout the academic year.
About the campus
The school is located on a campus at the 9th km of the Thessaloniki-Thermi road. The facilities include modern classrooms, and the school has historically invested in infrastructure to support its educational mission.

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