Leibniz Private School

In Elmshorn, over one thousand students visit the Leibniz Private School. We have four kindergarten classes, simply referred to as “Die Lütten”, a three class elementary school, a two class certified Gemeinschaftsschule, a three class Gymnasium with a four class high school (Grade 10-12). At the Leibniz Privatschule three different degrees are available: the first Degree (erster Schulabschluss), the middle degree (mittlerer Schulabschluss), and the Abitur.

The same counts for our school in Hitzhusen near Bad Bramstedt, where we have two kindergarten classes, two classes in the elementary school in Weddelbrook, one class in the Gemeinschaftsschule, and a two class Gymnasium with High School. Here, too, all three degrees are available: the first Degree (erster Schulabschluss), the middle degree (mittlerer Schulabschluss), and the Abitur.

We seek to deliver not only education but to help young people to develop strong personalities and to be prepared for life. It is our aim to enable them to flourish in their chosen fields, for example in academic, cultural and sporting pursuits. We encourage intercultural understanding while paying respect to cultural and national identities. Our values:

• Excellence: We do our best.
• Respect: We have self-respect and show respect towards others and the environment.
• Integrity: Our values are reflected in our actions.
• Fairness: We act in such a way that we do not hinder others.
• Responsibility: We take responsibility for our actions, for society and for the environment.
• Challenges: We meet challenges head on.

At Leibniz Privatschule it is our aim to encourage students to challenge themselves intellectually and to enjoy learning. We believe in a holistic approach to education, where students experience arts, sciences, sports and a plethora of extra-curricular activities. All students are part of our community and contribute to it through their individual effort and responsibility. We emphasize respectful behaviour, honesty and kindness.We strive to encourage our students to become creative and compassionate individuals, who are curious about the world around them and will make their way in a globalized future.