Our Primary School, welcoming learners from Grade 1 to Grade 7, is distinguished by its commitment to small class sizes. This intimate setting ensures that each child receives dedicated, individual attention from our highly trained and enthusiastic teaching staff, fostering a strong start to their academic journey.
learn ● grow ● live
A Nurturing Space to Learn and Grow
We believe a stimulating environment is key to effective learning. Our bright and airy classrooms, nestled within beautifully maintained grounds, create a calm, safe, and nurturing atmosphere. This idyllic setting, combined with the passion of our educators, allows students to flourish, focus, and develop a genuine love for learning, reflecting our holistic approach to education where well-being and academic development go hand-in-hand.
The Best of Two Worlds: Our Unique Curriculum
At the heart of our Primary School's academic strength is the unique combination of the esteemed South African (CAPS) and German (Baden Württemberg) curricula. This carefully integrated approach allows us to harness the finest educational elements from both systems.
Our curriculum is further enriched by drawing on diverse local and international cultural traditions and innovative modes of learning. This fosters an environment of mutual respect, broadens horizons, and instils an early understanding of global citizenship.
Primary School students can enhance their learning and creativity through a wide range of optional extra-mural activities. Offered after school by independent instructors (and not included in school fees), options include musical instruments (Piano, Violin, Flute, etc.), Kids Coding, Robotix, Art, Religious Instruction, Musical Theatre, Dance, and Ballet.
The fusion of these distinguished curricula provides a robust and well-rounded education that truly prepares our students for an interconnected world. By embracing the rigour and depth of the German system alongside the vibrant context of South African education, we achieve academic excellence while cultivating critical thinking, adaptability, and bilingual proficiency. Our modern teaching methods, coupled with a diverse range of extra-mural activities, ensure holistic development, equipping learners with the essential skills, cultural understanding, and confidence to thrive in their future studies and make a positive impact globally, true to the Deutsche Schule Durban ethos since 1971. In addition, support services such as occupational therapy, speech therapy, and extra English lessons are available during school hours to assist learners who need extra guidance.
Our vision is to provide a holistic education of a high standard in both German and English for all children of our society, in a Christian context, regardless of background, culture and religion, which will prepare them for a globalised world.
