School Life
HagenSchule follows a progressive, child-centred approach to education, so many things work differently here than at a conventional state school.A Typical School Day
Childcare at HagenSchule starts at 7 am. By 8 am, pupils have joined their learning groups and begin working on their projects or attending lessons and presentations until lunchtime. Children and young people choose when to take their break; during this time, “Club MCW” offers an optional breakfast. At around 12 noon, the learning groups come together for a shared lunch, followed by a one-hour lunch break before the afternoon programme begins. On three days a week, pupils take part in compulsory afternoon activities, choosing from sports and physical activities, the creative workshop or study halls.
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Experiencing and discovering: HagenSchule offers a wide range of activities that make this possible. Our school garden gives children the chance to experience nature first-hand, and many other projects invite them on new adventures. “Going Outs” are an integral part of learning: children and young people head out into the local area with a clear goal, for example to interview experts on a topic or to carry out other research for their school projects.
