Heidelberg College differs from other high schools in both teaching and extracurricular offerings. The focus of everyday school life is the interaction between students and teachers. The relatively small number of students allows for pedagogically sensible class and course sizes. The content of the lessons is based on the curricula of the state of Baden-Württemberg.
Heidelberg College is currently attended by over 500 girls and boys, divided into 21 classes. The classes are smaller than in state schools.
The first foreign language, English, begins in the 5th grade and from the beginning of the 6th grade, French or Latin can be chosen as a second foreign language. When they enter grade 8, students can choose whether they want to learn Spanish as a third foreign language (modern language profile) or whether they want to take more courses in the natural sciences (natural science profile).
Sports or art lessons + theory from grade 8 onwards as the main subject; English, French or Latin as foreign languages
Natural science and technology as a main subject from grade 8 onwards; English, French or Latin as foreign languages
Our school has extensive scientific collections, which enable very clear, experimental-based teaching in the subjects of physics, chemistry and biology. Heidelberg College is Heidelberg's first and only officially recognized digital school . All classrooms are digitally equipped. In our modern and powerful network, students are familiarized with working on computers and can try out the Internet as an information system. Heidelberg College has an iPad class concept and its own digital workshop . There are several specialist libraries available for students and teachers to work independently. Another special feature of Heidelberg College is the possession of a large mineral collection.
Our activities are rounded off with class barbecues, bike tours, project days and a school party at the end of the school year. All extracurricular events are recorded in an annual chronicle.
Students receive quarterly interim information and annual reports at the end of the school year. In order to inform parents about school life, a letter to parents is written several times a year, reporting on developments, changes, boarding school and plans.
Benefit, Goal of this course :
Heidelberg College offers a variety of profile subjects that our students can choose from in the 8th grade. The profile subject is considered an additional main subject and can be chosen as an examination subject in the Abitur.
Curriculum :
Art profile
In the art profile, students can expect an interesting mix of theory and practice. In addition to the basics of European art history, the art profilers also learn the connections to related subjects such as history and sociology, a very realistic general education that is linked to their own creative work.
The focus is on practical work. Whether architectural designs and various models, three-dimensional objects, printing techniques, painting, dealing with colors, and of course always drawing. It's always about creating concepts yourself and encouraging students to solve problems independently.
The program also includes a visit to museums; The aim is to give students the opportunity to experience art up close. Participation in competitions such as a school art exhibition is also possible.
In grades 8 and 9, practical work makes up two thirds of the overall grade and theory accounts for one third (commitment in class and keeping a sketchbook are also taken into account).
In class 10, theory and practice are valued 1:1.
Sports profile
Theory should also be closely linked to practice in the sports profile. The practical training is very diverse: In addition to the usual school sports, numerous optional sports are offered in more depth, for example end zone sports ( rugby, ultimate frisbee ) or badminton. On the profile days, all kinds of excursions with sporting content are conceivable: we have been water skiing, in the bouldering hall, on various tennis courts or at lacrosse training and much more. Also on the program every spring is the mandatory Old Town Run as an endurance test or even optional participation in the Heidelberg Half Marathon.
In the theoretical part, the students gain insight into biological processes such as the cardiovascular system, muscle cells and energy production in addition to the training theory with the contents of endurance, strength, speed, agility and coordination.
In addition, the sports profilers hold their first own lessons (your own choice in class 8, drawn topic with a close theoretical connection in class 9 or 10).
In the sport profile subject, students have a total of six hours of sport per week: 2 hours of regular school sport with the class, as well as two hours of theory and/or fitness training, where the focus is on endurance and strength, and two hours of practice in the profile.
The overall grade is made up of one third from theory, one third from practice in regular physical education lessons and one third from practice in the profile.
Spanish profile
Spanish has enjoyed great popularity as a subject since its introduction. As the language of an important member country of the European Union and a large part of the American continent, it is one of the most widely spoken world languages.
Therefore, knowledge of Spanish can be advantageous for many professions and in many areas.
At Heidelberg College it is possible to choose Spanish as a four-hour profile subject from grade 8 onwards.
The aim of Spanish lessons is to enable students to communicate verbally and in writing using age-appropriate learning situations. You first learn to communicate in everyday situations and also deal with regional and literary topics. Over the course of three years, you will gain insights into the culture and living conditions of Spain and Hispanic America.
In addition, the basic grammatical structures are taught, which, in combination with the basic vocabulary, enable communication in Spanish-speaking countries. The working method and grading are similar to those in other modern foreign languages.
The level of knowledge at the end of the tenth grade corresponds to level A2 of the European Framework of Reference for Languages.
In the upper level there is the option of continuing Spanish as a 4-hour subject, which can also be chosen as a high school exam subject.
Science and Technology Profile (NwT)
The three natural sciences, which are taught alongside mathematics, are spread over three school years at Heidelberg College:
Biology is on the program in class 8, physics follows in class 9 and chemistry in class 10. Through various internships and projects, the students should immerse themselves in the world of natural sciences in an independent, problem-oriented and practical way.
For example, in class 10 the program involves building a robot. Whether it's soldering the circuit board, programming, getting to know all the electronic components such as the processor, LED, resistor, line and touch sensor, the students gain insight into all the details.
How is a cell phone constructed? How does an engine work in cars, motorcycles, ships and airplanes? And how can sustainable construction and climate protection be reconciled? The students independently create construction plans, design virtual tours of the house they have modeled on the computer and conduct loan negotiations with a real bank.
The class often takes part in scientific competitions, in which self-made films are used as an assessment criterion. The fact that they also practice using cameras and editing programs further motivates the students.
Responsible for MINT: Ms. Fakouhi
(Mathematics, computer science, natural sciences and technology)
Classroom Hour :
1 Period: 7:55 am 8:40 a.m
2 Period: 8:45 a.m 9:30 am
Break 9:30 am 9:45
3 Period: 9:45 o clock 10:30 am
4 Period: 10:35 am 11:20 a.m
Break 11:20 a.m 11:35 a.m
5 Period: 11:35 a.m 12:20 p.m
6 Period: 12:25 p.m 1:10 p.m
7 Period: 1:15 p.m 14:00 clock
8 Period: 14:00 clock 2:45 p.m
9 Period: 2:50 p.m 3:35 p.m
10 Period: 3:40 p.m 4:25 p.m
11 Period: 4:30 p.m 5:15 p.m
daily routine
WAKE UP: 6:45am
BREAKFAST: 7:30 a.m. – 7:50 a.m., participation: compulsory for grades 5-10, for juniors: 1+2 voluntary
CLASSES: 7:55 a.m. to 1:10 p.m
LUNCH: 1:15 p.m. Participation: Mandatory
DINNER: 6:30 p.m. Mon. - Thurs. Participation: Mandatory
EVENING EXIT: Grade 9 (only from 16 years old) until 9:00 p.m., Grade 10: until 9:30 p.m., Juniors: 1+2 until 10:00 p.m
NIGHT SILENCE: Lower school: 9:00 p.m. (grades 5 - 7), middle school: 9:30 p.m. (grades 8 - 9), upper school: 10:00 p.m. (grades 10 - year 2)
Homework support
Mon - Thurs: 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m
Fri: 1:45 p.m. to 3:00 p.m
Learning lessons for grades 5 - 10
Mon, Tue, Thurs: 5:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. (for afternoon classes)
Learning times for young people 1 and 2
Mon. - Fri.: 1.5 hours per day (set in a personal plan) and the evening working hour
Learning lessons for all classes
Mon - Thurs: 7:00 p.m. to 8:10 p.m
Leisure program
KL. 5 – 9: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: from 4:00 p.m
Class 10 – Jgst.1+2: Participation possible
Arrival and departure
Return home: Friday by 4:00 p.m. at the latest
Arrival: Sundays between 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m
Parents should report any delays to the boarding school supervisors by 9:00 p.m. at the latest.
