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Instructs in German

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Deutsches Gymnasium für Nordschleswig is a gymnasium in Aabenraa, Denmark, serving the German minority. Instruction is in German; Danish is taught as a Danish subject and as a second language in other subjects. Students from the Danish system may receive after-school Danish support in year 1, while German-language learners may have after-school German support. After the Grundverlauf foundation phase, pupils choose a Studienrichtung: Biological, Mathematical, Linguistic, Musical, or Wirtschaftspolitische. Each Studienrichtung bundles compulsory subjects with Wahlfach options and can be taken at A-, B-, or C-level, with A-level typically spanning three years. Two diplomas can be earned: Danish studentereksamen and German Abitur, enabling university access in Denmark and Germany. The campus sits on a large green plot near Aabenraa's town center and operates as an institution of the German minority in Denmark. Extra-curricular life includes theatre, music, and language clubs, plus the cross-border Schülerbotschafter project coordinated with Grænseforeningen and volunteer programs.

Location

The school is located at Svinget 26-28, 6200 Aabenraa, Denmark. It sits in Nordschleswig as the gymnasium of the German minority. Two languages are spoken at native level: German and Danish, with German as the language of instruction.

Stages

Gymnasium (upper secondary) with two final exam routes: the Danish studentereksamen and the German Abitur.

Type

Gymnasium with boarding facilities.

Additional learning support

Assistance for students with learning needs and diagnoses is provided. A Pedagogical Consultant offers SPS support; a Leseberaterin provides reading support; a Schulberaterin offers study guidance; Vertrauenslehrer are available for personal support.

Country affiliation

Denmark

Bus service

There is a school bus for students from the western area (e.g., Løgumkloster, Tønder) with morning and after-school return on all school days; for other areas, a Sydtrafik bus card can be obtained, subsidized by the school.

Application fees

- There is no application fee to apply for admission to the gymnasium; admission is free of charge for all applicants.

Tuition fees (by term and by year group)

- Tuition: DKK 0 per term / DKK 0 per school year for all year groups — the academic programme is provided without school tuition charges.

Compulsory annual fees and per‑year charges

- Books deposit: DKK 600 per school year (held as a deposit and managed through the school's book‑loan system).
- Copy/print fee: DKK 200 per school year.
- Class trip charges: Variable; costs for class trips are additional and billed separately when trips are organised.

Boarding (internat) fees and terms

- Accommodation charge: DKK 3,050.00 per month (monthly rent for a place in the school dormitory).
- Deposit for boarding: One‑time deposit equal to two months' rent: DKK 6,100.00.
- Rooms and capacity: Dormitory places are provided in two‑person rooms (68 places); the dormitory provides cupboards and desks, but students must bring their own bed, desk chair and other personal furnishings unless otherwise arranged.
- Meals included in the dormitory rent: Catering during school days is included (from Monday breakfast through Friday lunchtime). Meal times in the dormitory follow the internat schedule.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Boarding fees are stated as a monthly charge (DKK 3,050 per month) and the boarding deposit is required up front (two months' rent). The boarding charge is therefore billed on a monthly basis.
- Books deposit and copy fee are assessed per school year (books deposit: DKK 600; copy fee: DKK 200). Payment timing for these annual charges is handled with the school's enrolment/administration procedures.

Other costs and typical extras

- Class trips and study trips: Additional, variable charges apply when trips are organised; families are billed for the specific trip costs.
- Transport: For pupils who require public transport, a youth bus card can be used; the school currently subsidises DKK 144 per month for such a bus card in applicable cases. For certain routes the school operates a free dedicated school bus.
- Dormitory furnishing: Students should bring bed, desk chair and other personal items unless alternative arrangements with the internat are made.

Refund information

- Books deposit refund: The books deposit (DKK 600 per school year) is returned after completion of 3g when all loaned books have been handed back in accordance with the school's book‑loan rules.
- Boarding deposit and other refunds: The boarding deposit and any terms for refund or settlement on leaving the internat are governed by the internat agreement/lease and the internat house rules.

Fee payment options

- Bank transfer (domestic DKK account) — Reg: 7930, Konto: 1033753; IBAN (DKK): DK8279300001033753; BIC/SWIFT: AAKRDK22.
- Bank transfer for payments in Euro — IBAN (EUR): DK3679300009454084; BIC/SWIFT: AAKRDK22.

Short summary (practical points for parents)

- There is no school tuition for any year group; the main regular charges to plan for are the annual books deposit (DKK 600) and copy fee (DKK 200).
- Boarding families should budget DKK 3,050 per month plus an initial deposit of DKK 6,100 and should note that weekday meals are included in the boarding charge.
- Payments can be made by bank transfer to the school's DKK or EUR IBAN (BIC/SWIFT provided).

Boarding Arrangements

68 places in double rooms. The dormitory provides wardrobes and desks; beds, desk chair and other furnishings must be brought by residents. Availability of beds from previous residents can be inquired via Nadja Grau (nadja@deutschesgym.dk). The monthly cost for the dorm and activities of the leisure fund is 3,050 DKK (about 412 EUR) per month starting in the 2023/2024 school year, with a one-time deposit of 6,100 DKK (about 824 EUR). The rent includes meals during school days (breakfast Monday to lunch Friday), prepared by kitchen staff; weekend residents must self-cater in the student kitchen. Two educators are available as contacts. The dormitory is closed during holidays.

Food Options

Three meals per day are provided on school days (breakfast through lunch) by the kitchen staff; these meals are included in the rent. On weekends, residents must self-cater in the student kitchen.

Governance and Ownership

The Deutsches Gymnasium für Nordschleswig is financed by Danish state subsidies for private gymnasia and by funds from the German Federal Ministry of the Interior via the Bund deutscher Nordschleswiger. It is governed by a Gymnasium Ausschuss (school board) that serves as the top decision-making body; the board includes representatives from the parents' associations and the dorm, and a student representative, with day-to-day operations led by the rector. The rector has pedagogical responsibility, with the Danish Ministry of Education approving the principal. The DS-Satzung requires alignment with the Deutscher Schul- und Sprachverein für Nordschleswig (DSSV).

Curriculum

German is the language of instruction. Danish is taught at native-speaker level for Danish and as a second language in other subjects. If you have not completed the Danish folkeskole exam, you participate in an after-school Danish support course in year 1; if you come from the Danish system and learned German as a mother tongue, you also take an after-school German support course. The Grundverlauf (foundation phase) ends with a choice of a Studienrichtung (study direction). The Studienrichtungen offered are Biological, Mathematical, Linguistic, Musical, and Wirtschaftspolitische; each Studienrichtung is a package of compulsory subjects plus Studienrichtungsfächer, with Wahlfach options. Each subject can be taken at A-, B-, or C-level; A-level is the highest and typically requires three years. Two diplomas can be earned simultaneously: the Danish studentereksamen and the German Abitur, enabling direct access to universities in Denmark and Germany.

Student Teacher Ratio

Small class sizes.

Exam Results

Exams follow Danish guidelines and occur in May/June. After 1g, 0–1 exams; after 2g, 2 exams; after 3g, 10 exams including the Studienrichtungsprojekt. Internal year exams and timetable exams supplement the ministry requirements. Detailed statistics are published at uddannelsesstatistik.dk; DGN typically ranks near the top in Southern Denmark with high exam scores. 2024 8.5, 2023 8.5, 2022 8.9, 2021 8.6.

Higher Education Progression

The school prepares students for both the Danish studentereksamen and the German Abitur, enabling direct access to universities in Denmark and Germany. Admission to Danish universities depends on program-specific requirements; check ug.dk. This dual qualification expands study options and cross-border opportunities.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

German and Danish are taught in a bilingual setting with German as the language of instruction. This bilingual environment fosters cross-cultural understanding and readiness for university study in both Denmark and Germany. A team of staff supports students' social and emotional wellbeing, including trusted teachers (Vertrauenslehrer) and a school counselor (Schulberaterin) who offer conversations, guidance, and practical help. There is literacy support and neurodiversity support through a reading advisor (Leseberaterin) and a pedagogical consultant (sps-støtte) focused on attention, planning, study strategies, and stress management, with access to assistive tools. Confidentiality is paramount; what you share remains confidential, and the Rector can help connect you to the right contact.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school provides SPS-supported assistance for students with diagnosed conditions, in line with Danish educational guidelines. Support covers concentration and attention, planning and structure of the school day, timely submission of tasks, learning and work strategies, coping with stress, and the use of assistive tools such as AppWriter or Nota. Students with a diagnosis have the same conditions as other Danish gymnasia, and rights to such support are available in Denmark. If you do not have a diagnosis but face similar challenges, you can still access SPS-style support.

Mental Wellbeing

A team of staff supports students' mental wellbeing and daily school life. Vertrauenslehrer (trusted teachers) and a Schulberaterin (school counselor) are available for confidential conversations, guidance, and conflict resolution. A pedagogical consultant (SPS-support) provides targeted assistance for students with diagnoses, including strategies for concentration, planning, task management, stress handling, and use of assistive tools. If you need urgent help or are unsure who to speak with, talk to the Rector, who can connect you with the right contact. Confidentiality is a top priority.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is supported by confidential access to staff who can help with safeguarding concerns. Vertrauenslehrer (trusted teachers) and a Schulberaterin (counselor) provide confidential conversations, guidance, and support, and you can speak with the Rector to find the right contact. What you share with staff is treated as confidential to protect your privacy. If you are unsure where to start, the Rector can help connect you with the appropriate safeguarding contacts.

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Sankt Petri Schule

Instructs in German, Danish

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees DKK 30,500 - 33,600

Type Co-educational

St. Petri Schule is a Deutsch‑Dänische Schule in Copenhagen for ages 3–18, offering a German Curriculum with a Danish–German programme. The school comprises a kindergarten (0), a nine‑year primary, and a Gymnasium (10–12). Language is central through a Sprogkoncept, with Danish and German treated as equal languages taught by native speakers; DaF and DSU support Danish as a second language and German as a foreign language. In the 0th class, two teachers (Danish‑speaking and German‑speaking) work together to reach A1+ after two years. Indskoling (0–5) mirrors German Grundschule; Udskoling (6–9) raises academic and language demands and culminates in FP9 and the German SEK I. The Gymnasium offers a double diploma (DIA and STX), recognised by the Danish Ministry as equivalent to Abitur, enabling university access in Denmark, Germany and beyond. With a 450‑year history, it is the oldest German international school, connected to the Danish royal family and Sankt Petri Church. Its four pillars—Curiosity, Well‑being, Cultural Encounter, Tradition—shape a broad education with Umweltrat, Musikschule and Jugend musiziert, plus SFO and Klubben.

Location

Two campuses in central Copenhagen: Larslejsstræde 5, 1451 Copenhagen K (primary) and Nørregade 31, 1451 Copenhagen K (secondary).

Stages

Primary (0–5) and Gymnasium/Secondary (6–12).

Type

Deutsch-dänische Schule (German-Danish international school).

Religious affiliation

Church affiliation with Sankt Petri Church.

Application fees

- Tilmeldingsgebyr (registration / application fee): DKK 1,000.
- Indmeldelses-/optagelsesgebyr for 0. klasse (admission fee for entry to 0. class): DKK 2,100.

Tuition (school fees) — structure and amounts

- Schulgeld (school tuition) is charged per child with a sibling discount structure:
- 1st child: DKK 2,525 per month (DKK 30,300 per year).
- 2nd child: DKK 2,200 per month (DKK 26,400 per year).
- 3rd child: DKK 1,625 per month (DKK 19,500 per year).
- 4th child: DKK 0 per month (no tuition charged).

- The school's published tuition figures are not differentiated by individual grade or year group; tuition is applied by child number as listed above.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition and SFO fees are collected by direct debit (PBS). Amounts are drawn on the 10th of each month. Parents must provide an authorization for PBS.
- The school applies a two-month written notice period for withdrawal: written cancellation must be given and carries a two-month notice to the first of a month; the new school must be named on the cancellation form. Fees remain payable through the notice period.

SFO (school childcare / after-school care) and club fees

- SFO / Fritidshjem (full after-school care): DKK 1,800 per month (DKK 19,800 per year).
- Klub (club for older children): DKK 875 per month (DKK 9,625 per year).

Music school (additional optional charges and structure)

- Instrumental and singing lessons are charged separately through the school's music school. Monthly prices vary by lesson length and whether the student is a Sankt Petri pupil or external:
- 20 min weekly (Sankt Petri pupil): DKK 790 per month; external DKK 900 per month.
- 30 min weekly (Sankt Petri pupil): DKK 1,000 per month; external DKK 1,200 per month.
- 40 min weekly (Sankt Petri pupil): DKK 1,280 per month; external DKK 1,500 per month.
- 60 min or 2×30 min weekly (Sankt Petri pupil): DKK 1,800 per month; external DKK 2,000 per month.
- Music school registration fee: DKK 350 (one-time). Payment options for the music school include MobilePay and bank transfer as specified for music-school transactions; monthly music-school fees are normally collected in 11 monthly installments (August–June) with July unpaid.

Other costs and mandatory contributions

- Membership in the school association (Schulverein / Förderverein) is mandatory and costs DKK 200 per family per year.
- All core textbooks and exercise notebooks are provided by the school; families are expected to supply personal items such as dictionaries, calculators and drawing instruments. Additional optional costs can include instrument rental, extracurricular activities, school trips and materials for specific projects. Instrument rental or special partner discounts are available for music students through external partners.
- No school uniform is specified or required in the school's public fee and admission information.

Boarding / residential provision

- The school is a day school operating at multiple central Copenhagen locations; no boarding or residential accommodation fees are listed because boarding is not offered.

Refunds, reductions and fee concessions

- The school may grant tuition reductions in special cases on application; such applications must be renewed annually and must be submitted by the stated deadline (applications received after the deadline cannot be considered). Withdrawals from the school require two months' written notice to the first of a month; fees remain payable for the notice period. For music-school lessons there is normally a three-month paid trial period (from school start until end of October) and specific rules for cancellations and refunds for missed lessons or teacher cancellations are handled under the music-school conditions.

Fee payment options and banking details

- Standard recurring payments for school tuition and SFO are collected by PBS (direct debit). Withdrawals are scheduled for the 10th of each month.
- The music school accepts MobilePay for the music registration fee and provides bank account details for transfers; music-school tuition is charged in monthly installments (11 payments, August–June) via the stated payment channels.

Practical notes for parents (concise)

- Tuition is charged per child with sibling discounts for a second, third and fourth child; the fourth child attends free. Monthly direct-debit collection occurs on the 10th. Registration and 0. class admission fees are one‑time charges. SFO and club services have separate monthly and yearly rates. The school can consider reductions on application and enforces a two‑month written cancellation period.

Curriculum

Sankt Petri Skole comprises a kindergarten (0. klasse) and a nine-year primary school, plus a gymnasium (10–12). It is an international Danish-German school in central Copenhagen with equal emphasis on German and Danish language and culture. A central Sprogkoncept makes language a key element: Danish and German are treated as equal languages, taught by native speakers, with DaF and DSU support for learners of Danish as a second language and German as a foreign language. In the 0th class, two teachers (one Danish-speaking and one German-speaking) work together for much of the timetable to help students reach at least A1+ after two years. Indskoling (0–5) mirrors the German Grundschule, with three classes per year and no level grouping after 4th grade; Udskoling (6–9) introduces higher academic and language demands and culminates in FP9 and the German SEK I exam. In the upper years, many subjects are taught in German and the curriculum aligns with both German and Danish standards; the Gymnasium offers a double diploma (DIA and STX), with the DIA recognized by the Danish Ministry as equivalent to the Danish Abitur, enabling access to universities in Denmark, Germany, and beyond. After 9th grade, around 90% of students continue to gymnasial education, and the school fosters international exchanges and study trips as part of its higher education pathways.

Student Teacher Ratio

In the 0. class, two teachers (Danish- and German-speaking) share many lessons to support language development. Indskoling (0–5) has three classes per year with a maximum of 24 students per class. The school provides AKT-based support and additional tutoring for students with special learning needs, with language support funded for both languages.

Exam Results

In FP9 2021/2022, the school reports an average of 9.4 on mandatory tests, with 32 students taking all mandatory tests. The subject-specific averages shown are Danish 9.6, English 9.7, Mathematics 10.6, and the common science/factual exam 9.6. 100% of students achieve at least a grade 2 in Danish and Mathematics. Ninth graders also take the German SEK I exam as part of the Abschluss.

Higher Education Progression

The Gymnasium offers a double graduation (DIA and STX). The DIA is recognized by the Danish Ministry as equivalent to the Danish Abitur and provides direct access to universities in Denmark, Germany, the USA, the UK, and many other countries. DIA enables study opportunities at German and Danish universities and beyond. After completing 9th grade, about 90% continue to gymnasial education, with exchanges and study trips forming part of broader higher-education pathways.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school upholds four core values: Curiosity, Wellbeing, Cultural Encounter, and Tradition. Curiosity means learning together for life. Wellbeing means seeing every child and fostering a sense of community. Cultural Encounter reflects the German-Danish bilingual character and the school's role as a German-Danish encounter school. Tradition means knowing roots and shaping the future.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school receives funding to support inclusion of students with special needs in the regular classroom, including 116,000 DKK in 2021. On average four students received fixed weekly support from pedagogues, and groups involving about 60 children benefited from wellbeing initiatives. The school did not receive funding for special education in 2021. It also received 188,000 DKK to support Danish-language instruction for multilingual students, used for for newcomer students and related language-band initiatives.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English begins in 3rd grade as a foreign language. French is offered as an elective from 6th grade. The school uses Danish as a second language (DSA) for students who do not yet speak Danish, and German as a foreign language (DaF) for students with Danish-speaking backgrounds. The school emphasizes a Danish-German language concept, with intensive Danish support for newcomers and ongoing language education integrated into the timetable. A language-band approach groups students by language level in the early years to build proficiency.

Mental Wellbeing

All 0. class groups have a pedagogue present once a week, and 1st and 2nd grades have weekly sessions focusing on wellbeing and the development of social skills such as cooperation, trust, and conflict resolution. The school uses external resources and programmes to promote wellbeing and digital literacy, and engages in national and local initiatives around wellbeing and digital formation. The school also runs activities to foster inclusive class communities, with a focus on ensuring safe and positive learning environments across all year groups.

Safeguarding

The school has an anti-bullying strategy designed to prevent and reduce bullying both digitally and on-site, with a goal of strengthening overall student wellbeing and safe learning communities. It builds safe, tolerant communities where differences are seen as strengths, and it involves teachers, support staff, AKT-lærer, parents, and students in safeguarding. Bullying handling follows a three-step process: analysis, planning, and evaluation, with class-level wellbeing agreements and involvement of the student council. The school communicates clearly about bullying, provides pathways to report issues, and involves parents at meetings; it uses a national child helpline (116 111) and maintains guidelines for digital safety and media use as part of safeguarding.

Admissions

1. Optagelse i Grade 0: Nine months before the school start, an admissions procedure is conducted. It consists of an information evening, an afternoon visit for the child in Grade 0, and in some cases a meeting with the principal. Admission can only be confirmed after this. There are always many children on the waiting list, so admission cannot be guaranteed, even if the child is school-ready and speaks German. Children without a Danish personal number must contact the secretariat by email. Children who already have a CPR number can only be registered on the waiting list via the following link: Join the waiting list for Grade 0.

Scholarships

3. Gymnasium enrollment: Students from public or private schools in Denmark apply for admission via Optagelse.dk. Students moving from abroad must contact the school secretariat to obtain the necessary information about enrollment at the school. It is always possible to enroll for the gymnasium. Enrollment form is available at the school.

Waitlist

2. Waitlist and selection: There is a waiting list for all grades. If there are more children on the list than the school can admit, the school leadership makes a selection. There is information about the selection criteria in the frequently asked questions. Admission cannot be guaranteed even if the child is school-ready and speaks German.

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