1. Haupt-, Real- und Gesamtschulen
- Hauptschule: Hauptschulen are schools for students who are not planning to go to university. They offer a general education and prepare students for vocational training.
- Realschule: Realschulen are schools for students who are planning to go to university. They offer a more challenging curriculum than Hauptschulen and prepare students for the Fachhochschule (university of applied sciences).
- Gesamtschule: Gesamtschulen are comprehensive schools that offer a variety of educational paths. They cater to students of all abilities and offer both academic and vocational tracks.
2. Gymnasien
Gymnasien are academic secondary schools that prepare students for university. They offer a rigorous curriculum that includes subjects such as German, mathematics, science, history, and foreign languages. Students who successfully complete their Abitur (school-leaving certificate) can go on to study at any German university.
3. Berufsbildende Schulen
Berufsbildende Schulen are vocational schools that offer training for specific careers. They offer a variety of programs, including apprenticeships, full-time courses, and part-time courses. Students who successfully complete their training can go on to work in their chosen field.
