Come in – We’re bilingual!

We are a bilingual educational institution (German/English) with a kindergarten at two different locations and a primary and secondary school with a MINT or better known as STEM focus (Mathematics, Informatics, Natural Sciences, Technology) in Berlin-Pankow.

In our kindergarten we offer holistic and age-appropriate care, taking into account the individual inclinations and talents of the children. Through a demanding pedagogical concept, immersive bilingualism and personal attention, we ensure optimal early childhood education.

Under the roof of a venerable and listed house – the former Pankow Post Office – and in our adjacent buildings, weas well as in our modern adjacent premises, we offer ideal learning conditions in our bilingual school from Year 1 to Year 10, where natural curiosity and individual needs find their place. Here, children and young people can learn in peace, try things out, develop talents, deepen interests, get to know cultural diversity and internalise languages. From the school year 2024/25, we are planning to start the gymnasiale Oberstufe (upper secondary level) with Year 11. In future, all students will have the opportunity to study bilingually for 13 school years and take their Abitur at our school!

The kindergarten and school years are intensive and very special periods in the life of a young person and we would like to invite you and your child to spend this time with us in an international community.

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What does it mean, bilingual zu sein? Only Vorteile und Benefits!

It happens all the time that our team is asked by people on excursions outside of school or on school trips where our students come from, whether from Germany or an English-speaking country. It's unusual and pretty cool that the children and young people … more "What does it mean, bilingual zu sein? Only Vorteile und Benefits!"
Auftritt unsere Schüler*innen beim Weihnachtskonzert

Our Platanus Winter Concert 2023 with wonderful Christmas Spirit

We are delighted to tell you about the wonderful winter concert that took place in our school the day before yesterday. An atmospheric programme of enchanting Christmas songs, poems and great show acts in our festively lit and beautifully decorated gym put… more "Our Platanus Winter Concert 2023 with wonderful Christmas Spirit"
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The Duke of Edinburgh Award in Years 9 and 10

Platanus Schule Berlin focuses on the future of self-efficacy - for students and teachers. Director of the Duke of Edinburgh Award Vanessa Masing: "Our award promotes key competences of the 21st century." How do we best support our students to develop their strengths and … more "The Duke of Edinburgh Award in Years 9 and 10"
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Also in 2023 again: We are “Environmental School in Europe”!

We are delighted beyond measure to have been awarded and certified again as an " Environmental School in Europe" in 2023. The "Environmental School in Europe/ International Sustainability School" award is part of the Eco-School network of the … more "Also in 2023 again: We are “Environmental School in Europe”!"

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Come around: Get to know our bilingual school!

Information on Secondary Level I/II If you are interested in enrolling in our secondary … more "Come around: Get to know our bilingual school!"
Platanus Virtuelle Tour

Take a look around!

We cordially invite you to take a 360° panoramic walk through selected rooms and the grounds of our school. For more … more "Take a look around!"
We are hiring

20 good reasons for your application at Platanus

you can find in our job postings! At the Platanus Schule Berlin, we are proud to have … more "20 good reasons for your application at Platanus"

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Platanus Gemeinschaftsschule

Your child can attend our bilingual Gemeinschaftsschule from Grades 1 to 10. With beautiful, bright rooms, small classes with max. 24 students, modern facilities as well as an engaged, international team, we strive to create a pleasant, creative learning environment at our school. We are located in the heritage listed Post Office building in Berlin-Pankow. Learn more about our school here.

We are always trying to get better, enjoy taking on new challenges and are grateful for this special kind of recognition for our work. But most of all, it is our students who motivate and inspire us, because it is through them that we learn something new every day, gather new ideas and can continue to develop.

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The nonprofit association Platanus & Friends is a group of parents, teachers and Erzieher*innen who work on a voluntary basis in the interests of all Platanus children. Platanus & Friends support teaching projects and clubs, organise events and celebrations and are committed to making both our school and kindergartens look beautiful. Learn more about our Parent’s Association here.
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Platanus Kindergarten

We encourage an early education in German and English in our everyday kindergarten life and make our children aware of nature, the environment und numbers through play. Our kindergarten and primary school work together for the best possible preschool development for our children. Learn more about our kindergarten here. Learn more about our Kindergarten here.