Dear Visitor, dear Parents, dear Carers,
Welcome to Deutsche Schule Melbourne (DSM)!
Thank you for your interest and taking the time to explore our homepage. I hope you find the information here helpful in getting to know our unique school in Fitzroy North.
DSM is an extraordinary blend of an Independent Victorian School and an accredited German School Abroad. We take great pride in our bilingual and multicultural approach, offering education in both English and German through the Victorian and the German curricula This dual-language and dual-curriculum model lies at the heart of our school, giving our students invaluable skills and experiences that will last a lifetime. But our uniqueness goes far beyond these academic features.
We are a value-driven, community-informed school that thrives on diversity and bringing people together. Guided by a consultative decision-making process, I actively involve all members of our school community as educational partners, working together to shape the ongoing development of our school. We encourage critical thinking, honest feedback and appreciate healthy debates, enabling us to make well-rounded and considerate decisions as we strive to get even better.
DSM is intentionally small. We know and respect each other. We are kind and honest with each other. Integrity is central to us. We trust each other. Together with our families, we foster a strong sense of identity and belonging for our students and the wider community.
Our students, teachers, and staff genuinely love coming to school each day. We provide a welcoming learning environment where students feel safe and appreciated for who they are. We support and challenge our students, encourage them to take risks, be critical thinkers, share and receive feedback, and see mistakes as for what they are, wonderful learning opportunities. This approach helps our students grow, build resilience, and prepare for whatever paths they choose in life, contributing to a more peaceful and sustainable world.
DSM offers a unique educational pathway that prepares your child to become a well-rounded, thoughtful member of the global community. It is not just about becoming proficient in both German and English - there is so much more to learn, experience and discover at DSM.
Thank you again for visiting our site. Please enjoy browsing, and don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or feedback.
We wish you a day filled with fun and learning and look forward to hearing from you soon.
Best regards, Herzliche Grüße,
Jörg Dopfer
Schulleiter
