School Life at DSJ

Being part of the German School Jakarta means to immerse into a fascinating, vivid, and meaningful world. Here we share our moving stories, latest news, helpful insights, and coming events.

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School Life at DSJ

Being part of the German School Jakarta means to immerse into a fascinating, vivid, and meaningful world. Here we share our moving stories, latest news, helpful insights, and coming events.

Get in Touch with Us

Visit DSJ at Sinar Mas Land Education Expo

📍 Grand Indonesia Mall, Central Jakarta

📅 April 10 – 12 | 10:00 – 22:00

Visit DSJ at

Sinar Mas Land Education Expo

Explore BSD as a leading education hub – and experience the only school in Indonesia offering the German DIA curriculum. DSJ live on stage: Friday, 11:20–13:00 with Kindergarten & Primary performances + school band. See you there!

📍 Grand Indonesia Mall

📅 April 10–12 | 10:00–22:00

Explore BSD as a leading education hub – and experience the only school in Indonesia offering the German DIA curriculum.

DSJ live on stage: Friday, 11:20–13:00 with Kindergarten & Primary performances + school band.

See you there!

School News

Every day interesting things happen at the German School Jakarta. Read about the most important events and stories.

People walking near a statue in front of a classical building with autumn trees.

Germany Calling at DSJ – Opening Doors to Education, Careers, and Life in Germany

January 30, 2026

Germany Calling at Deutsche Schule Jakarta connected students, parents, alumni, and German institutions to explore education and career pathways in Germany.

Children running a race on a dirt track, with cones and spectators in a park setting.

Bundes Jugend Spiele 2025 at DSJ

December 1, 2025

Our Sports Festival and Bundesjugendspiele showcased impressive student performances in running, jumping and throwing, ending with a celebration of the top athletes.

A children orchestra on stage next to a Christmas tree with festive lighting

Ho Ho Ho! It's Vorweihnachtszeit at DSJ

November 25, 2025

Celebrate the festive season at DSJ with crafts, baking, music and performances as our magical Weihnachtszeit comes to a joyful close.

1st graders with their Schultüten in the DSJ Auditorium

First Day of School at DSJ – Welcome, First Graders!

September 7, 2025

24 excited children celebrated their first day of school with songs, dances, Schultüten, and big smiles at Deutsche Schule Jakarta.

Man with glasses, smiling, in a light shirt stands outside, greenery in background.

A Warm Welcome from Our New Principal Jörg Dietze

August 27, 2025

Welcome from Dr. Jörg Dietze, new Principal of the German School Jakarta – fostering joy, curiosity, and success in the 2025/26 school year.

Germany Calling at DSJ – Opening Doors to Education, Careers, and Life in Germany

January 30, 2026

Germany Calling at Deutsche Schule Jakarta connected students, parents, alumni, and German institutions to explore education and career pathways in Germany.

Bundes Jugend Spiele 2025 at DSJ

December 1, 2025

Our Sports Festival and Bundesjugendspiele showcased impressive student performances in running, jumping and throwing, ending with a celebration of the top athletes.

Ho Ho Ho! It's Vorweihnachtszeit at DSJ

November 25, 2025

Celebrate the festive season at DSJ with crafts, baking, music and performances as our magical Weihnachtszeit comes to a joyful close.

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Educational Articles

With over 65 years of experience in Indonesia, we love to share our wealth of knowledge in the field of quality education — so you can make a well-informed decision about your children's educational path.

Primary student with tablet in classroom

Growing Up Healthy in the Digital Age

By DSJ • February 28, 2026

How schools can balance screen time with movement, outdoor learning, and real connection to support children’s physical and mental development.

Humboldt University building with statue and street market in front

Study in Germany: A Gateway to Global Opportunities

By DSJ • October 26, 2025

Study in Germany offers world-class, affordable education, global career paths, and cultural depth. Start early at Deutsche Schule Jakarta for success abroad.

A crowd of people launching balloons on the sports field of the German School Jakarta

International School Education in Jakarta: Costs and Benefits (2025)

By DSJ • September 1, 2024

Wondering about international school fees in Jakarta? Explore costs, benefits & why DSJ offers world-class education at an affordable rate. Read our guide!

Two graduates of the German international Abitur jump in joy at the German School Jakarta campus

The Global Advantage: How International Education can transform Indonesian Children's Future

March 23, 2023

Is an international school right for your child? Discover how world-class education broadens skills, perspectives & opportunities. Read our blog to learn more!

A women consultant teaching DSJ students about cyber security

How to navigate the internet safely

February 28, 2023

During a 360-degree training for DSJ Teachers, Students and Parents YSafe took everyone on a capturing journey through the media jungle do's and don'ts.

Growing Up Healthy in the Digital Age

By DSJ • February 28, 2026

How schools can balance screen time with movement, outdoor learning, and real connection to support children’s physical and mental development.

Study in Germany: A Gateway to Global Opportunities

By DSJ • October 26, 2025

Study in Germany offers world-class, affordable education, global career paths, and cultural depth. Start early at Deutsche Schule Jakarta for success abroad.

International School Education in Jakarta: Costs and Benefits (2025)

By DSJ • September 1, 2024

Wondering about international school fees in Jakarta? Explore costs, benefits & why DSJ offers world-class education at an affordable rate. Read our guide!

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Community Blog

Here you find our Student Magazine Hexagon — created by students for students — as well as other student projects and blog posts created by our community.

A collage of pictures of various objects made out of paper

Tektonik Projekt an der Deutschen Schule Jakarta

May 24, 2025

Im Rahmen des Schüleraustauschs mit Heidelberg erforschten unsere Schüler das Thema Tektonik durch kreative Experimente und architektonische Projekte zum Tsunamischutz. Jetzt entdecken!

a collage of German School Jakarta pictures of the academic school year 2022/23

Yearbook Deutsche Schule Jakarta 2022/23

January 3, 2024

Summing Up a Remarkable Year - Rediscover the Highlights of the academic year 2022/2023 at the German School Jakarta!

Hexagon cover of the valentines edition 2023

Hexagon Valentines Edition 2023

By Hexagon AG • March 1, 2023

Ein kleines Heft über ein großes Thema — die Liebe. Heiße Stories, absolut genial. Alles was Studenten der Deutschen Schule Jakarta wissen müssen. Fröhliches flirten!

Hexagon Cover, December 2022, from students for students

Hexagon December 2022

By Hexagon AG • December 27, 2022

,,Alle Jahr wieder - kommt das Hexagon-Spezial. X-mas, Neujahr, coole Stories, absolut genial! Ein Frohes Neues wünscht die Redaktion ihrer treuen und auch neuen Leserschaft der Deutsche Schule Jakarta Community!"

A group of people dressed in halloween costumes are posing for a picture.

Hexagon Halloween Special 2022

By Hexagon AG • November 5, 2022

Hexagon has done it again and even better: the most gruesome, horrible and awful Halloween special ever!

Tektonik Projekt an der Deutschen Schule Jakarta

May 24, 2025

Im Rahmen des Schüleraustauschs mit Heidelberg erforschten unsere Schüler das Thema Tektonik durch kreative Experimente und architektonische Projekte zum Tsunamischutz. Jetzt entdecken!

Yearbook Deutsche Schule Jakarta 2022/23

January 3, 2024

Summing Up a Remarkable Year - Rediscover the Highlights of the academic year 2022/2023 at the German School Jakarta!

Hexagon Valentines Edition 2023

By Hexagon AG • March 1, 2023

Ein kleines Heft über ein großes Thema — die Liebe. Heiße Stories, absolut genial. Alles was Studenten der Deutschen Schule Jakarta wissen müssen. Fröhliches flirten!

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Sustainability Blog | Green DSJ

The German School Jakarta deeply cares about our nature and the challenges that lie ahead of us, therefore we share our green school activities and helpful thoughts on this topic with our community.

Two students in green Greenbuster overalls holding a futuristic energy device

DSJ Green Week 2025 – Rethink Energy

January 15, 2025

DSJ Green Week 2025 empowered students with hands-on projects on solar, wind & energy-saving innovations, inspiring a sustainable future through education.

Students are standing next to each other at DSJ park holding signs that say ''green''

"Bule Sampah” inspires Green Week 2024 at DSJ

May 27, 2024

DSJ Green Week 2024 showcased our commitment to sustainability with special guest "Bule Sampah," German eco-influencer Benedict Wermter, inspiring our students.

Two young students costumed as Greenbusters

Green DSJ Competition 2024: We are looking for the greenest classroom!

April 29, 2024

Join the Green DSJ Competition 2024! Earn points for eco-friendly actions, win prizes like a class trip & cash rewards. Ends April 22—be an environmental hero!

Prof. Dr. Rahmstorf lecture at Deutsche Schule Jakarta on Climate Change and Oceans

Unlocking the Science: Climate Change and the Oceans

November 3, 2023

Discover the science behind climate and oceans! DSJ & the German Embassy hosted a special event with world-renowned climate expert Prof. Dr. Stefan Rahmstorf.

German Ambassador Ina Lepel heading THE Ball at the German School Jakarta school festival

"One Ball, One World” Proudly hosted at the German School Jakarta

June 12, 2023

DSJ welcomed THE Ball with a workshop highlighting football’s power to tackle social and environmental challenges. One Ball, One World—football unites us all!