World citizens made in Dresden

Dresden International School is the premier IB World School in Saxony offering a full-day programme for students from age one to Grade 12. Our school is a diverse community of learners that practice the highest standards of rigour in learning and teaching. We prepare students as successful international citizens, through a rounded education taught in English. Students become successful and independent learners and compassionate citizens, who are prepared for high academic achievement in school and in universities throughout Germany and worldwide.

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The DIS Values

Our values are the behaviours we develop and practice in our school.

COMPASSION

COMMITMENT

INTEGRITY

OPEN-MINDEDNESS

Comprehensive Education from Age 1 to Grade 12

News & Events

Groundbreaking

On June 18, we marked an exciting milestone with the groundbreaking ceremony for our new extension building, officially launching the next phase of growth for DIS.

 

 

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Official Semperoper Partner School

We are now an official partner school of the Semperoper Dresden.

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Graduation

Congratulations to our 32 graduates!

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New Extension Building

We are building for the future. Start is in Summer 2025. 

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From Dresden to Harvard

In the 2025 Harvard Political Review Essay Competition—one of the world’s most prestigious platforms for young political thinkers—three of our students achieved remarkable success, bringing home two major awards.

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Co-Curricular Offerings

We are thrilled to announce that our great co-curricular program Semester 2 for Primary and Secondary students starts on 3 February. We know how important these programs are for our students to be connected, have fun, extend their learning, and to feel part of the community. 

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Preschool Campus

The preschool students (ages 1-5) learn in a beautiful, historic villa with large grounds in Dresden-Blasewitz. The environment is child centred, based on best early childhood learning practices provided by highly qualified, dedicated and caring staff.

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School Campus

Students from Kindergarten and from Grade 1 to Grade 12 study at the school campus in Dresden-Altstadt. The modern campus facilities with a large sports hall offer excellent opportunities for students to progress in their learning successfully at all ages.

Details

Why DIS Scores Highly

  • 28

    Years of Success

  • 500

    Students

  • 60

    Different Nations

  • 35

    Avg. DIS Diploma Points

  • 49

    After School Activities

  • 1:7

    Teacher Student Ratio

  • 155

    Digital Devices for Students

  • 70%

    Teacher with 10+ Years Experience

Anne Struffmann

Alumni Spotlight

At DIS, I gained a broad education, the freedom to pursue my passions, invaluable time management skills, and the support of incredible teachers who encouraged my growth—all while connecting with people from diverse backgrounds.

  • 98%

    DIS IB Diploma Pass Rate

  • 94%

    DIS Students attending University

Upcoming Events

Summer Break

Grade 1 Celebration

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Orientation Day New Students

School Campus

First Day of School

School Campus

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