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History

Laying the Foundation (1926-1961)

1926-1961

Establishment

The German Embassy School Addis Ababa traces its roots back to 1926 when German missionaries established the first association.

An Era of Growth (1961-1978)

1926-1961 Establishment

1961-1978

Campus Expansion

The 1960s and 70s saw major campus expansions, with modern classroom buildings, boarding facilities, and amenities constructed to accommodate rising enrollment.

Persevering Through Adversity (1978-1991)

1961-1978 Campus Expansion

1978-1991

Perseverance

During this period, external factors impacted school operations. Enrollment of Ethiopian students was prohibited on campus

Foundation for current home

1978-1991 Perseverance

1996-2000

New Campus Construction

The school found its current home in 1996, when then-President Roman Herzog broke ground on our campus.

charting a new era

1996-2000 New Campus Construction

2000-Present

New Era

Construction of the modern campus began in 1996. In 2000, updated facilities were inaugurated, enabling academic and co-curricular expansion.

2000-Present New Era
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