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For one day at Platanus everything was about Women's role in scientific and technological developments. Every year group learnt about a particular scientist and did some age-suitable experiments related to the … "Project Day: Women in Science"

Our Work and Travel program gave us the opportunity to learn more about the Lindhof, an experimental farm belonging to the University of Kiel. We took a train and a taxi and in about four hours we … "Our 8th Grade’s Experiences on the Farm"

As part of our Work & Travel program, our 7th graders take an educational and exciting four- to five-day canoe trip every year. With one to two experienced canoe instructors from „Team Pädagogik“ … "Work & Travel: Canoe adventure!"

It's a party we always look forward to days before - our Platanus carnival. All our colleagues and children were dressed up very imaginatively and all looked extremely wonderful. We had the opportunity to admire … "Platanus Carnival 2018"

The Pakistani Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai has left a big impression on our children for her commitment and dedication in children’s rights for education. For her boundless bravery, which … "”Education for all!”"

We wish our students and their parents a merry Christmas with lots of presents, great food, relaxing days in good company and a happy New Year 2018.

The year is slowly coming to an end and we are officially in the “dark season”. Although we are already starting to think about the quiet and tranquil winter and Christmas time, they have already started celebrating in… "Thanksgiving Lunch"

Since 2012, the Federal Ministry of Education and Research has been awarding the „Haus der kleinen Forscher“ (home of the little explorers) certficate to kindergartens and primary … "„Haus der kleinen Forscher“ – Preschool"

Our 8th grade and their class teacher are taking part in the ecologically valuable, forward-looking and modern project "IPGarten". This is so exciting that a team from „Deutsche Welle … "„Deutsche Welle TV“ and the Garden of the Future"

On Saturday, it was that time of year again! On this special day, 48 smartly dressed, nervous and excited children were welcomed into both of our new 1st grade classes. The 2nd graders and the … "A very warm welcome, our dear „Firsties“!"

Time is flying by and another school year has passed. Yesterday we had a beautiful, emotional celebration to mark the end of primary school for our grown up 6a class. We looked back at the last year … "Farewell as the Summer Holidays Start"

The entertaining, clever and subtle theatre performance of the "Three Pieces of Summer" was premiered in our school on Saturday evening. It was simply overwhelming and the adults were as thrilled and amazed … "Summer Theater at Platanus School"