News

School events, festivities, project days and much more: Platanus is a living and diverse community about which there is always something to tell. And so it is not forgotten, all our news is archived.

And in the afternoon we’ll go the the Museum!

Berlin’s museum landscape is unique. In over 180 museums, the masterpieces, treasures, large art collections, scientific phenomena and impressive archeological finds are on display. … "And in the afternoon we’ll go the the Museum!"
Kinder bei der Zeugnisausgabe

Report Cards and “Well Done” Certificates

On the last school day, intrigued and full of anticipation, students received their half-yearly report cards. We also celebrated another special and festive event that students always … "Report Cards and “Well Done” Certificates"
Schülerinnen und Schüler auf der Bühne bei der Grünen Woche

Year 7’s “Grüne Woche” Visit

In line with the subject of Economy, Work and Ethics, and in collaboration with “Grüne Woche” in Berlin, our Year 7 students visited the "One World – Young Generation 2017" exhibition. On-hand … "Year 7’s “Grüne Woche” Visit"
Kreative Arbeit eines Kindes

Project Day in our Primary School

During the report card conference with the teachers of Platanus, the Erzieher implemented a special project day for each year level. The children learned to apply their existing knowledge through various … "Project Day in our Primary School"
Kinder mit Feuerwehrschlauch

Kindergarten Children visit the Fire Brigade

The children of our nursery group, “The Incredibles”  visited the professional fire brigade today on Pasewalker Street in Pankow. As the children have always been amazed by the flashing blue … "Kindergarten Children visit the Fire Brigade"

Christmas Concert at “Hoffnungskirche”

Our annual Christmas concert took place this year in an imposing building, the "Hoffnungskirche", in Pankow. After the beautiful words of our headmistress, Mrs. Grüning, we had a minute of … "Christmas Concert at “Hoffnungskirche”"
Kinder spielen im Schnee

Research, Fun and Snow in Bürgerpark

Today, the children from our kindergarten went on an excursion to Bürgerpark. As we have recently been learning about nature, we wanted to do an exciting research task, to see and find out how nature … "Research, Fun and Snow in Bürgerpark"
Kinder in der Aula der Platanus-Schule tanzen vor einem DJ-Pult

Magic Movie Night – Popcorn! Party! People!

Our Parents' Association Platanus & Friends invited all children, parents and our staff to this year's Magic Movie Night. In the afternoon, two children’s films were shown.‘Die … "Magic Movie Night – Popcorn! Party! People!"
Kinderschminken zu Halloween

All Hallows’ Eve to Fright and Learn

When one hears the date the 31st October, one immediately thinks of sweets, creepy costumes and cultural and religious customs the whole world over. On this day, the exact origin and meaning of this … "All Hallows’ Eve to Fright and Learn"

Evaluation of English Skills at Platanus

Dr. Steinlen and her team from the Friedrich-Alexander-Universität in Erlangen-Nürnberg will accompany our teaching this school year to evaluate the English and German skills of our pupils. Since… "Evaluation of English Skills at Platanus"

Our Platanus Children Take to the Court

Once again, the opportunity arose for our handball crazed pupils to enter the court with the 'Füchse Berlin' before their 2nd home match at the Max-Schmeling-Halle. Our children excitedly met … "Our Platanus Children Take to the Court"

First Day of School Celebration 2016

A special day – Happy Year Ones and proud parents celebrating the first day of school. On Saturday 9th September, it was that time again. Across all of Berlin, well dressed parents and their excited … "First Day of School Celebration 2016"