The short version
At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2025).
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2025
- The school is at capacity (100% full)
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 3–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 899
- Capacity
- 100%
Governance
- Local authority
- Richmond upon Thames
- Head
- Mr Oliver Schmitz (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Nursery
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Outstanding
6 official reports linked on this page, including 5 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Douglas House, Petersham, Richmond, Surrey, TW10 7AH
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmThe Russell Primary School
Primary · Very close
Grey Court School
Secondary · 868m away
Thomas's College
Independent · 967m away
Orleans Park School
Secondary · 1.2km away
Deer Park School
Primary · 1.2km away
The Old Vicarage School
Independent · 1.2km away
Meadlands Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
Orleans Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
Questions parents ask
What is The German School's Ofsted rating?
The German School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in July 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The German School?
The German School currently has 899 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The German School take?
The German School caters for pupils aged 3 to 19.
Where is The German School?
The German School is in Richmond, TW10 7AH, in the Richmond upon Thames local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The German School have a sixth form?
Yes, The German School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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