The tuition fees for Year 7 in 2026 will be $17,100. There will be an additional $3,000 in consolidated charges (excluding laptops and camps), which will be waived for this first 2026 cohort. For families that are new to DSM, there will also be a one-off capital contribution of $3,000 which will be applied over three years.
These are the steps to enrol your child:
1. Fill out the Application Form
2. Pay $200 Application Fee
3. Attend an enrolment meeting with the Principal
4. Subject to meeting the Principal and his final assessment, applicants will receive an offer.
5. Pay Enrolment Invoice ($1,000) and sign enrolment contract
6. Receive the Confirmation of Place for your child
German will be taught through a content and language integrated learning (CLIL) approach. This is similar to immersion in that all content and interaction is in the target language, in this case German, but with an understanding that some students are second language learners and need additional structured support. Teachers therefore are constantly mindful of how they can make lessons comprehensible, both from a content and from a linguistic perspective. They also take into account how they can support student participation to maximise the opportunities to work in, with and through German, to further enhance and develop their language skills.
Yes, your child can move to any other secondary school after Year 10 at DSM - depending on the other school's enrolment processes. One of the advantages will be that your child will be fluent in German. Since German is consistently one of the top VCE scaling subjects, being fluent in German should have a positive impact on their final ATAR results.
There will be an additional German leaving certificate after Year 10 to enable students to transition into other educational streams. We are planning to offer the German 'Mittlere Reife', but this will be confirmed over the next 12 months.
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma and the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) are both well-regarded high school programs, but they offer different advantages depending on a student's goals and preferences.
Here are some of the advantages of the IB Diploma compared to the VCE:
International Recognition
Holistic Education
Skill Development
Language Proficiency
University Preparation
Global Perspective
Teacher Support and Resources
Community and Network
Comparison to VCE
While the VCE is also a robust and respected program, particularly suited to students planning to study in Australia, it does not offer the same level of international recognition and may have a more flexible subject choice compared to the IB's prescribed subject groups. The VCE allows for greater specialization in specific subject areas, which can be advantageous for students with a clear focus on a particular field of study.
Ultimately, the choice between the IB Diploma and the VCE depends on the student's individual goals, learning preferences, and future plans.
Social circles evolve as children grow and we believe that it is important that students develop friendships beyond their immediate peer group. We encourage participation in extracurricular sports and other activities which will allow them to meet peers from other schools and organisations - and foster diverse friendships.
We know and research shows that small classes encourage students to be resilient and solve problems within their peer group.
Australian Universities recognise the IB as an entry certificate and IB graduates also obtain an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR), with a minimum passing IB score of 24 equating to an ATAR of around 69. In Germany, the IB is accepted as a general university entrance qualification under the conditions set by the Kultusminister Konferenz (KMK).
Recognition of the IB in Australia
Admission Criteria
Competitive Programs
Scholarships and Advanced Standing
Examples of University Policies
Application Process
Overall, the IB Diploma is well-regarded and widely accepted by Australian universities, providing a strong foundation for further education in Australia.
No, a student without a VCE leaving certificate won't be disadvantaged because the IB Diploma is well-regarded and widely accepted by Australian universities, providing a strong foundation for further education in Australia. In addition to that, the IB has the advantage of being recognised worldwide.
We believe that students should have a voice in their education. That’s why
we actively involve them in suggesting extracurricular activities they are
passionate about. Whether it's coding clubs, art workshops, or sports teams, we
facilitate and organize these activities based on their interests. By doing so,
we ensure that each child can pursue their passions while developing essential
life skills.
To offer a diverse range of extracurricular activities, we will collaborate
closely with a network of external providers. These experts bring specialised
skills and knowledge, enriching our students' experiences. From sports coaching
to music lessons, these partnerships allow us to offer high-quality programs
that may not be available within a small school setting.
Our Secondary School students will have their own building on the other side of the campus behind the FROEBEL Kindergarten. The building has two classrooms specifically developed for our older students and display a collaborative teaching environment. There will be a STEAM room, a gym and a laboratory as well as outside courtyards and spaces to collaborate for the older cohort only.
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