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Taught languages German, Bulgarian, English, French
Strengths Languages, STEM, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Deutsche Schule Sofia is a German-Bulgarian joint school in Sofia serving ages 5 to 18 with the German Curriculum. The school offers grades 1–12 under the German general education system, and preschool for three- to six-year-olds. Instruction in German follows German curricula and standards; after twelve years students take the Abitur, enabling access to higher education in Germany and Bulgaria. Bulgarian-speaking students study Bulgarian language and literature, history, and geography under adapted Bulgarian curricula. The Ministry of Education coordinates oversight, and the school is operated by the Association of Parents of the German-Bulgarian Encounter School Sofia. Facilities include a library, biology and chemistry rooms, a computer room, an art room, a music room, a canteen, and a school staff room, plus on-site preschool and a schoolyard. The school maintains a digital concept and runs iPad-based teaching. Distinctive programs include Erasmus+ exchanges, Model United Nations, and a November conference held annually.
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The Essentials
Deutsche Schule Sofia has instruction in German.
Location
Zhetvarka Str. 5, 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria. The address is listed in Impressum as the school's contact address. The school is located in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Stages
Preschool; Primary School; Sekundarstufe I (Lower Secondary); Sekundarstufe II (Upper Secondary)
Type
German-Bulgarian joint school in Sofia
Additional learning support
A pedagogical counselor provides support for the educational process and for students with special needs.
School day structure
Opening hours are Monday to Friday from 7:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (18:00 with after-care). The preschool day runs from 9:00 to 11:45 and from 13:30 to 15:50 after a midday rest, with arrivals from 7:45 to 8:15.
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Fees
Annual tuition at Deutsche Schule Sofia ranges from BGN 6,540 to BGN 6,740 for 2026/27.
Application fee - Aufnahmegebühr für neu aufgenommene Schüler: EUR 2,000.
Tuition fees by school year (annual totals and semi‑annual option) - Vorschule: - Jahresbetrag bei einmaliger Zahlung: EUR 6,540. - Jahresbetrag bei halbjährlicher Zahlung (Gesamtjahr): EUR 7,194 — zahlbar in two equal instalments of EUR 3,597 each. - Grundschule: - Jahresbetrag bei einmaliger Zahlung: EUR 6,580. - Jahresbetrag bei halbjährlicher Zahlung (Gesamtjahr): EUR 7,238 — zahlbar in two equal instalments of EUR 3,619 each. - Sekundarstufen (Sekundarstufe I / II): - Jahresbetrag bei einmaliger Zahlung: EUR 6,740. - Jahresbetrag bei halbjährlicher Zahlung (Gesamtjahr): EUR 7,414 — zahlbar in two equal instalments of EUR 3,707 each. - Gastschüler (temporär): Tagesgebühr pro Schultag: EUR 80,00.
What the tuition covers and what is excluded - Inklusive in den Schulgebühren: Unterrichtskosten; Schulbücher und Arbeitshefte; Hausaufgabenbetreuung; Arbeitsgemeinschaften und sportliche Aktivitäten während der Schulzeit; Projektwochen, soweit im Curriculum enthalten. - Nicht in den Schulgebühren enthalten: Verpflegungskosten (Mittagessen), Fahrtkosten für den Schulweg sowie Angebote in der Ferienzeit.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Die veröffentlichte Gebührenordnung nennt zwei Abrechnungsvarianten: einmalige Jahreszahlung (einmalige Zahlung) oder halbjährliche Zahlung (Abzahlung in zwei gleichen Raten); für die halbjährliche Option sind die im Text genannten Jahresbeträge als Gesamtjahr angegeben und können demnach in zwei gleichen Teilbeträgen entrichtet werden (jeweils die Hälfte des angegebenen halbjährlichen Jahresbetrags). Konkrete Fälligkeitstermine, Zahlungsfristen oder Verzugsregelungen sind in der veröffentlichten Gebührenübersicht nicht angegeben.
Boarding / accommodation fees - Boarding ist nicht aufgeführt; die Deutsche Schule Sofia betreibt Tagesbetrieb (Tagesablauf und Schulstruktur werden als Tagesschule dargestellt), es werden keine Internats- oder Unterbringungsgebühren in der Gebührenordnung ausgewiesen.
Other costs and typical additional expenses - Verpflegung: Mittagessen wird nicht durch die Schulgeldposition gedeckt; die Schulverpflegung wird durch einen externen Caterer organisiert. Kosten für Verpflegung sind gesondert zu tragen. - Schulmaterial / persönliche Arbeitsmittel: Eltern müssen die in den Materiallisten aufgeführten persönlichen Materialien selbst beschaffen (z. B. Rucksack, Federmäppchen, Hefte, Sportbekleidung, Schürze für Kunst). Diese Materiallisten sind nach Klassenstufen verfügbar. - Versicherungen / medizinische Kosten: Die Schule stellt eine schulische Versicherung für Aufenthalte auf dem Schulgelände und bei schulischen Veranstaltungen bereit; bei anfallenden Behandlungskosten sind Nachweise bzw. Belege erforderlich. Zusatzkosten für medizinische Versorgung können anfallen. - Uniform: Es ist keine verpflichtende Schuluniformgebühr in der Gebührenordnung ausgewiesen; in den Materiallisten werden dagegen Sportbekleidung und Arbeitskleidung (z. B. Schürze) genannt.
Refund information - In der veröffentlichten Gebührenübersicht sind keine detaillierten Rückerstattungs‑ oder Stornobedingungen aufgeführt. Bei Aufnahme ist ein Schulvertrag zu unterzeichnen; spezifische Regelungen zu Kündigung und Rückerstattung werden im Schulvertrag bzw. in der Gebührenordnung/Vertragsunterlage geregelt (nicht im zusammengefassten Gebührenblatt ausgewiesen).
Fee payment options and bank details - Als Zahlungsoption ist ein Banktransfer möglich; in den Kontakt-/Impressumsangaben sind Bankkonten mit IBANs aufgeführt (ProCredit Bank Bulgaria EAD und ProCredit Bank AG). Kreditkartenakzeptanz oder andere konkrete Karten- oder Online‑Zahlungswege sind in der veröffentlichten Gebührenübersicht nicht genannt. Die aufgeführten Kontodaten lauten u. a.: IBAN BG62PRCB92301045509801 (ProCredit Bank Bulgaria EAD) und IBAN DE69502108000092400000 (ProCredit Bank AG).
Hinweis zu fehlenden Detailangaben (kurze Zusammenfassung) - Die veröffentlichte Gebührenübersicht enthält die oben stehenden Beträge und die beiden Zahlungsvarianten (einmalig / halbjährlich) sowie Angaben zu Inhalten und Ausnahmen; konkrete Fälligkeitstermine, Zahlungsfristen, Verzugszinsen, detaillierte Rückerstattungs‑/Kündigungsregelungen und eine Aufstellung akzeptierter Karten‑ oder Online‑Zahlungswege sind in den veröffentlichten Seiten nicht ausdrücklich aufgeführt. Für diese vertraglich relevanten Details werden die schriftlichen Vertragsunterlagen und die Verwaltungskontakte genannt.
Academics
Deutsche Schule Sofia teaches German Curriculum for students aged 5 to 18.
Curriculum
The school covers the education tracks of grades 1–12 of the German general education system; preschool education for three- to six-year-old children can also be offered. Instruction in German is based on German curricula and German standards. After twelve years, students receive a German general higher education entrance qualification (Abitur). Bulgarian-speaking students study Bulgarian language and literature, history and civilization, and geography and economy in Bulgarian under adapted Bulgarian curricula; no transfer examination is required for these subjects when transferring. The Abitur certifies completion of Sekundarstufe II and enables admission to higher education in Germany and Bulgaria under applicable laws. The Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Bulgaria designates an official to coordinate between the ministry and the school, and the school is operated by the Association of Parents of the German-Bulgarian Encounter School Sofia.
Higher Education Progression
The Abitur enables admission to higher education in Germany and Bulgaria under applicable laws.
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Admissions
Admissions
Admission to Deutsche Schule Sofia is normally conducted through an admission procedure that depends on the child's age and the department to be joined. The main principles apply to Vorschule (preschool), Grundschule (primary), Sekundarstufe I, and Sekundarstufe II. When a child is admitted, guardians pay an admission fee and sign a school contract with the school board. Applications for the coming school year take place in the first three weeks of January and must be submitted via the electronic form (Anmeldeformular). Children registered through the form are invited to the admission procedure. If the results after the admission procedure are satisfactory and there are available places, admission may take place; otherwise a waiting list is established. If the results are not sufficient, admission is refused.
Waitlist
Waiting list: If there are no available places after the admission procedure, or admission cannot be offered immediately, a waiting list is established.
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FAQs
What curriculum does Deutsche Schule Sofia follow?
The school covers the education tracks of grades 1–12 of the German general education system; preschool education for three- to six-year-old children can also be offered. Instruction in German is based on German curricula and German standards. After twelve years, students receive a German general hi
What age range does Deutsche Schule Sofia serve?
Deutsche Schule Sofia serves students from age 5 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual fees range from approximately 6540 to 6740.
Where is Deutsche Schule Sofia located?
Zhetvarka Str. 5, 1113 Sofia, Bulgaria. The address is listed in Impressum as the school's contact address. The school is located in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Does Deutsche Schule Sofia have a religious affiliation?
No published religious affiliation was found for Deutsche Schule Sofia.
Does Deutsche Schule Sofia offer learning support?
The school employs a Pedagogical Counselor who plays a central role in supporting the educational process and student development, connecting pedagogical expertise with an individual approach and supporting both teachers and students. The counselor contributes to teachers' professional development,
What languages are used for instruction?
German is the language of instruction in the Grundschule, and Bulgarian language and culture are also taught. Bulgarian is taught as a mother tongue for Bulgarian native speakers (6 hours), while Bulgarian as a foreign language is offered for German native speakers (2 hours). English is taught as a
What is the admissions process?
Admission to Deutsche Schule Sofia is normally conducted through an admission procedure that depends on the child's age and the department to be joined. The main principles apply to Vorschule (preschool), Grundschule (primary), Sekundarstufe I, and Sekundarstufe II. When a child is admitted, guardia
What facilities does Deutsche Schule Sofia have?
The school has a library, biology room, chemistry room, and computer room. There is a canteen, multiple classrooms, an art room, a staff room and a music room. Outdoor space includes a schoolyard. Preschool is on site for younger children.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Model United Nations (Model UN) is a student simulation of United Nations work. Participants take on the role of diplomats from UN member states and debate political, economic, and social topics, drafting resolutions as potential solutions. Since 2017, the DS Sofia Model UN team has attended interna
Who leads Deutsche Schule Sofia?
The school is led by Bernhard Mieles.
When was Deutsche Schule Sofia established?
Deutsche Schule Sofia was established in 2008.
What is the school community like?
The school participates in national and international projects. Projects include Jugend Musiziert, Jugend Debattiert, and Känguru der Mathematik. The school also runs or participates in events such as
What are the university pathways?
The Abitur enables admission to higher education in Germany and Bulgaria under applicable laws.
