Deutsche Schule Lima Alexander von Humboldt is a German Curriculum / Bespoke Curriculum school in Lima, Peru. Founded in 1952. Annual tuition ranges from $5,306 to $8,154 USD.
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Deutsche Schule Lima Alexander von Humboldt is a German international school in Lima, Peru, operating across campuses in Miraflores and Surco and a recreation centre in Huampaní. It offers German-language immersion education from Kindergarten through upper secondary, leading to the Deutsches Internationales Abitur (DIA) and DSD I/II language diplomas that provide pathways to German universities. The school also operates a BerufsBildungsZentrum (BBZ) for vocational education and serves approximately 1,700 students aged 4 to 18.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
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German-language immersion from Kindergarten through upper secondary leading to the Deutsches Internationales Abitur (DIA). DSD I and DSD II diplomas certify German proficiency for university admission in Germany. Bilingual German-Spanish environment with English mandatory from Grade 5. Operates two campuses in Miraflores and Surco plus a recreation centre in Huampaní and a vocational BerufsBildungsZentrum (BBZ). Approximately 1,700 students.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| BBZ BM Year 1 | PEN 8,154 |
| BBZ IK/GM/BM Year 2 and other programs | PEN 5,306 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: PEN 19,650 - 30,200. Application fee: $505.
Admissions Process
- 1Kindergarten admission at preschool age (from age 4); applications accepted two years before start or earlier via pre-registration. 2. Lateral entry to Grade 5 only, no German language proficiency required. 3. Direct transfer from German-speaking or international schools when a place is available, requiring good German skills and an entrance examination in Spanish, German, English, and Mathematics.
School Day
Kindergarten runs Monday to Friday. Kindergarten I starts between 8:20 and 8:30, ends at 12:45. Kindergarten II starts between 8:00 and 8:10, ends at 12:30. Morning care (Frühdienst) is available from 7:30 to 8:20 for an additional monthly fee.
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Wellbeing & Safety
The school operates a Student Counseling and Support System with six teams that assist students in difficult everyday school-life situations including conflicts, bullying, learning difficulties, and career concerns. Contact: [email protected].
The school maintains a comprehensive Notfallplanung (emergency planning) covering safety policies, signage, equipment, drills, and training across all campuses. It defines emergency levels I–III with concrete response steps. Safety and health contact: Ramón Jacobo ([email protected]).
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School Background
German international school (Deutsche Auslandsschule)