Deutsche Schule zu Porto

The school is located at Rua Guerra Junqueiro, 162, 4150-386 Porto, Portugal. It sits between Rua do Campo Alegre and Avenida da Boavista in the western part of the city centre, not far from Rotunda da Boavista.

Kindergarten; Grundschule (primary); Gymnasium (secondary).

Private German school.

Approximately 93% of students have Portuguese as their mother tongue.

Inklusionskonzept: Inclusive education with equal value for all students and staff. German is the primary language of instruction, and language learning is integrated. A multiprofessional team from primary didactics, special education, and psychology supports students and fosters inclusion.

Germany; teachers are sent by the Federal Republic of Germany.

School day runs from 08:15 to 17:50, with ten periods. Timings: 1) 08:15–09:00; 2) 09:05–09:50; 3) 10:05–10:50; 4) 10:55–11:40; 5) 11:55–12:40; 6) 12:45–13:30 (60-minute break); 7) 14:30–15:15; 8) 15:20–16:05; 9) 16:15–17:00; 10) 17:05–17:50.

Bus service is available: take bus line 204 toward Foz (Casa da Música stop) at Rotunda da Boavista/Praça Albuquerque and alight after four stops at Planetário.

The Deutsche Schule Porto offers bilingual education from Kindergarten through the International Abitur. The school operates with three levels: Kindergarten, Grundschule (primary), and Gymnasium (secondary). Instruction is conducted in German and Portuguese, and students develop language proficiency in German, Portuguese, English, and French. The Abitur is internationally recognized, and Portuguese universities recognize the Abitur as a university entrance qualification. Graduates study at universities worldwide.

Average class size is 21 students per class, with a maximum of 24 students per class.

Graduates study at universities worldwide. The Abitur prepares students for national and international universities. The school provides Berufs- und Studienberatung (career and study guidance) and hosts academic exchanges, such as a seminar with FLUP (Faculty of Arts of the University of Porto).

AGs and the after-school program include Talente entdecken with clubs such as music, theater, science clubs, robotics, sports, cooking, dance, debate club, and yoga. The after-school program is pedagogically designed, bilingual, and includes homework time, learning support, creative free time, and physical activity. In Grundschule, children experience a broad range of creative and athletic impulses; in the secondary grades, students deepen their talents or try new ones, often over several years.

Social learning is a key element of the Grundschule's pedagogical concept. All participants in the educational process contribute to students' emotional stability, support their autonomy, and encourage individuality and responsibility. The Klassenleitungsstunde in early grades provides time to address organizational and social tasks, and the Ethik subject invites reflection on identity and relationships while exploring norms and cultures. Students can access Kindersprechstunde for confidential, solution‑oriented support when they are angry, sad, or dealing with conflicts. The school uses a No‑Blame approach to bullying and offers mediation and social projects to strengthen community, respect, and belonging.

The school operates an inclusive system with a multiprofessional team drawn from primary education, special education, and psychology. All students and staff are valued equally and have access to the school's culture and community. German and Portuguese cultures are represented together in teaching, and language learning is universal, with German as the primary instructional language. The approach recognizes heterogeneity as an opportunity and connects internal collaboration with external partnerships when needed.

Language learning is embedded throughout the school, with German as the primary language of instruction. The school has bilingual education from kindergarten through the International Abitur, preparing students to engage with the world.

The school psychology and counseling team provide listening, guidance and support for students across all developmental stages, through confidential individual talks, preventive programs and group formats. They assist with academic, social or emotional challenges such as exam anxiety, conflicts, concentration difficulties, self‑esteem issues or personal burdens. The team also advises parents and teachers to foster well‑being and early identification of difficulties, and acts preventively with workshops and projects on mental health, media literacy, violence prevention and social group work. The aim is to promote well‑being within a connected system that supports cognitive, emotional and psychosocial development.

Safeguarding and child protection are integral to the school, with the school psychology team collaborating with teachers and families on safeguarding and crisis situations. The No‑Blame approach to bullying involves students as ‘experts for help' and mediation to resolve conflicts without punishment, supported by a mediation program and dedicated spaces for dialogue. The school emphasizes a safe environment built on trust, clarity and relationships.

1. Pre-enrollment: For the 2026/2027 school year, pre-enroll your child if they will have turned 3 by December 31, 2026. Enrollment for transfers from other educational institutions to Deutsche Schule Porto is generally possible. Admission depends on available places and a language and scholastic assessment. We admit children with German, Portuguese or other heritage languages; in Kindergarten no German knowledge is required.
2. Information meeting: After pre-enrollment, you and your child are invited to a personal information meeting. The meeting provides an opportunity to learn about the school, ask questions, and meet staff. It helps assess fit and clarify any questions about the admission process. The information session supports a smooth onboarding into the school.
3. Application submission: The pre-enrollment form can be completed online. Through our secretariat you receive all documents required for the registration. The 2026/2027 enrollment forms include new enrollments in our kindergarten as well as transfers from other educational institutions. The secretariat coordinates the provision and collection of these documents.
4. Place allocation: After completion of the process, you receive a written acceptance. This acceptance confirms admission and makes you part of our school community. Admission depends on available places and the student's German language level. If accepted, complete the enrollment and join Deutsche Schule Porto.