The German School
Richmond, Surrey · TW10 7AH
The German School London is an international all-through school (ages 3–19) situated on a spacious green campus between Richmond Park and the Thames. It offers a bilingual German-English curriculum leading to German Abitur qualifications, serving approximately 890 pupils from 52 nations. The school emphasises critical thinking, individual learning pathways, and building bridges within a diverse, welcoming community.
- →Dual-language immersion with German Abitur qualification recognised across Europe and globally
- →International cohort and culturally diverse environment fostering global outlook
- →Spacious Richmond campus with strong pastoral care ethos and emphasis on individual development
- →Pathway to German and European universities with strong academic outcomes (recent Abitur average 1.98)
Who thrives here
Families seeking a rigorous, internationally minded education with German language credentials; children of German-speaking families or those committed to bilingualism; pupils who thrive in diverse, multicultural settings and value critical thinking over pure exam performance.
Strengths at a glance
Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.
At a glance
Contact & visit
Douglas House, Petersham Road, Petersham
Richmond, Surrey
TW10 7AH
Nearest stations
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at The German School?
Day fees at The German School are approximately £16,500 per year (2024/25).
How do you get into The German School?
The German School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is The German School a boarding school?
The German School is a day school in Richmond and does not offer boarding.
What is The German School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated The German School “Good” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Genuinely international and multicultural environment preparing children for global citizenship
✓Rigorous academic curriculum with strong outcomes and genuine engagement with learning
✓Caring, supportive pastoral culture with strong community ethos despite school size
✓Beautiful, well-maintained campus with strong facilities and green space
✓Bilingual competence as significant competitive advantage for university and career
Common concerns
!Not yet Ofsted-inspected; assessment framework unfamiliar to some UK-focused parents
!German language requirement can be barrier for non-German-speaking families entering beyond Kinderhaus
!Limited UK university counselling expertise compared to traditional independent schools
!Smaller alumni network in UK compared to major public schools; less visible in UK rankings