Our Education Concept
The 5 Cs of Phorms

Our forward-looking teaching approach is built on natural bilingual learning environment (German–English), modern teaching methods, and individual growth. Alongside high academic standards, our shared aim is to help children develop into confident, reflective individuals with the skills and mindset to shape their own future. At Phorms, we accompany your child from Kindergarten through to Abitur – all on one campus.

The 5 Cs of Phorms

Bilingual and open-minded

CULTURE

German and English are equally present in everyday learning and school life. Children grow up naturally in both languages and cultures, developing openness, confidence and ease with intercultural interactions.

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Excellence and personal growth

COMPETENCE

Phorms places great value on outstanding scientific education and the thoughtful use of AI and media. We also develop important skills for the future, laying a solid foundation for university studies and professional life.

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Student-centred and supportive

CARE

We guide each student personally, strengthen their talents and help them navigate challenges. This is achieved with additional educators at Primary School, small class sizes and a wide range of extracurricular activities.

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Motivating and inspiring

CAMPUS

Dedicated educators with internationally proven teaching methods, innovative learning spaces, and our own IT team create the ideal conditions for students to enjoy learning.

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Reliable and stable

CONSISTENCY

Phorms provides a seamless educational pathway from Kindergarten to Abitur. Families can rely on a secure, consistent school environment with a full-day structure and guaranteed supervision and teaching.

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CULTURE

Bilingual and open-minded

Immersive German–English school life

Native-speaking teachers work with students to create an authentic language environment in which German and English are used naturally throughout the entire school day.

 

Your child learns both languages organically, just as they learned their first language, developing a strong sense of language and moving confidently within the richness of English.

Open-minded, intercultural school community

Openness, respect and an appreciation of cultural diversity shape our daily school life.

 

Your child develops empathy, social responsibility and intercultural competence. They learn to move confidently and comfortably in a variety of environments.

Values-led philosophy and global citizenship

Values-based dialogue on global issues, international exchange programmes and local project work are key elements of our educational approach.

 

Your child becomes part of a global community whose actions and decisions are grounded in universal human rights.

Additional language options

We enable children to learn further foreign languages.

Multilingualism supports dialogue and mutual understanding in a globalised world, opening valuable future opportunities for your child.

COMPETENCE

Excellence and personal growth

Science, technology and curiosity about the world

Phorms places a strong focus on future technologies and sparks interest and enthusiasm for STEM from an early age through modern, practical and exploratory teaching.

 

Scientific education gives your child fundamental skills and prepares them for the challenges of tomorrow’s job market.

Critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills

We encourage questioning, foster curiosity, and support our students to approach challenges creatively.

 

Your child grows into a reflective, confident and a solution-oriented young person.

Independent and self-organised learning

We create the space and the right conditions for strong motivation and initiative. Our students take an active role in shaping their own learning pathways.

 

Your child learns to take responsibility for their own progress and remain open to new knowledge throughout life, which are essential skills for the future.

Thoughtful use of media and AI

At the centre of our media education is the meaningful and responsible use of technology and AI, rather than simply operating them.

 

Media literacy protects and empowers your child in a digital world.

CARE

Student-centred and supportive

Manageable class sizes and optimal teacher-student ratio

Manageable class sizes give our teachers more time and attention for each child.

 

Your child learns in a more personalised and effective way, feeling genuinely seen, and supported.

Additional educational staff in primary school

Additional educational staff are present in every lesson to support your child throughout the school day.

 

Your child benefits from early support tailored to their strengths and needs. They learn at their own pace,  eceive guidance when needed and make progress that is often difficult to achieve elsewhere.

Supporting personal interests and talents

Your child has access to a wide range of learning and enrichment opportunities – also beyond regular lessons. We  enable participation in national and international competitions, Olympiads, research projects and themed clubs.

 

Your child is encouraged to explore their talents, and you, as parents, can see their holistic development.

Study and career guidance

Through our careers and study orientation programme, we prepare our students for the next steps in their educational  journey.

 

Your child receives guidance and individual support for the transition into higher education and the world of  work, and develops concrete future perspectives.

CAMPUS

Motivating and inspiring

Dedicated educators

We build our teams with great care and are proud of our dedicated teachers who actively shape and bring our modern educational concept to life.

 

Your child keeps their natural joy in learning. They experience the committed, professional, and passionate work of our teachers.

Varied methods, project-based and team-oriented learning

Our learning spaces and teaching methods support collaborative learning - together, varied and hands-on.

 

Your child learns with curiosity and benefits from a socially and culturally diverse environment.

High-quality equipped learning environments and specialist rooms

Specialised classrooms, such as our well-equipped science labs, spark curiosity and make learning enjoyable through all the senses. Our facilities are continuously updated and modernised.

 

Your child uses modern infrastructure and specialist equipment for experiments, project work and hands-on exploration and discovery.

School life in a digital world

Every campus is equipped with modern digital infrastructure, which is reliably maintained and supported by our in-house IT teams.

 

Your child always has access to functioning technology and competent support. Whenever questions or issues arise, they receive quick and expert assistance.

CONSISTENCY

Reliable and stable

A seamless educational journey from Kindergarten to Abitur

Phorms offers a concept of continuity. We are one community for all, from Kindergarten children to graduates.

 

Your child has the opportunity to grow up in a familiar environment, and your family benefits from long-term planning security.

Reliable care and teaching in our full-day programme

We offer dependable school days with qualified full-day supervision, reliable structures, and continuity in our learning programmes.

 

Familiar daily routines and consistent learning rhythms support academic success. Your childhas space to develop individually, and you can rely on stable and continuous school care.

State recognition

Phorms schools are state-recognised and integrate the applicable curricula and educational guidelines of the respective federal state.

Your child benefits from a smooth transition, whether moving house, changing schools, or joining us from a public school.

Income-based fee

Education should not depend on income, and equal opportunities matter to us.

 

Your child gains access to our high-­ quality education regardless of your financial situation.