# Boarding school high school > URL: https://www.kurpfalz-internat.de/en/boarding-school-high-school > Language: en > Description: Offered advanced courses in the upper secondary level for the 2025 graduation class: Compulsory subjectsLanguagesNatWiadditional subjectsGermanEnglishBiologyEconomyMathematicsChem… --- ![](https://www.kurpfalz-internat.de/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/09/kurpfalz-internat-gymnasium.avif) School at the Kurpfalz Boarding School # Our high school: Small classes for greater success in the Abitur! [Kurpfalz Boarding School: High School & Secondary School](https://www.kurpfalz-internat.de/en) [School at the Kurpfalz Boarding School](https://www.kurpfalz-internat.de/en/individual-support) [Our high school: Small classes for greater success in the Abitur!](https://www.kurpfalz-internat.de/en/boarding-school-high-school) [Languages](#sprachen) [High school diploma](#abitur) [Advanced courses](#fachkurse) Our state-recognized high school prepares students for the Abitur of the state of Baden-Württemberg. At the Kurpfalz Boarding School, students who will have completed the 7th grade in autumn 2025 will take the Abitur after 12 school years (G8), while the following cohorts will do so after 13 school years (G9). In classes with ten students, they are intensively supported and optimally fostered by dedicated teachers. This gives them the opportunity to ask questions, be challenged, and actively participate in the design of the lessons. ## The daily schedule In the daily schedule of the Kurpfalz boarding school, lessons, supervised study periods, and an extensive project program with 65 extracurricular activities every week have a fixed place, just as there are opportunities to unwind from the challenges of the day or spend time with friends. With the elimination of the daily commute and the recreational activities directly on campus, our students have more time in their day and quickly learn to appreciate the advantages of boarding school compared to day school. We are also happy to admit students from the nine-year high school (G9) and integrate them into the class level that corresponds to their learning progress. This way, everyone has the opportunity to progress at their own pace. ![Individual A-level preparation](http://www.kurpfalz-internat.de/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/09/kurpfalz-internat-abitur-vorbereitung.avif) ## The language sequences At our gymnasium, we teach the language sequences of English (starting from grade 5) and Latin or French (starting from grade 6). Additionally, there is the option to choose Spanish as a third foreign language starting from grade 8. Russian and Italian can also be taken upon request. Anyone wishing to learn a foreign language or seeking a language change receives intensive individual instruction and can quickly catch up to the performance level of their classmates. Students who do not choose a third foreign language will be taught the subject of Natural Sciences and Technology (NWT) starting from the 8th grade, which continues until the 10th grade. This way, each student can individually determine what focus they want to set. In the upper school (grades 11 and 12), students can then make a new decision by choosing either at least two foreign languages or two natural sciences. In this context, there is generally the option to take both languages and natural sciences as a three-hour basic subject or as a five-hour advanced subject and continue it until the final exam. ### Bilingual offering In a globalized world, solid English skills are of particular importance. Many study programs are already structured bilingually or require mandatory study semesters abroad. At Kurpfalz Internat, we want to prepare high school students for the challenge of communication in the English language and provide them with solid language competencies. The Kurpfalz Boarding School therefore offers students the opportunity to choose a bilingual educational program. ### Extended English lessons In the 7th and 8th grades, students receive increased English instruction and an additional hour of English Conversation. The aim of the conversation class is to develop oral language skills and is conducted by an English teacher whose native language is English. ### Bilingual content instruction In the 9th grade, bilingual content instruction is offered in the subject of History. Students in the 10th grade receive bilingual content instruction in Geography. In the upper school, it is possible to take the seminar course in English. ### Cambridge ESOL The students in the bilingual stream additionally acquire the internationally recognized language certificates from Cambridge ESOL: PET (9th grade), FCE (10th grade), and CAE (11th grade). ![Individual support](http://www.kurpfalz-internat.de/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/09/kurpfalz-internat-individuelle-foerderung.avif) ## Certificates and evaluations In addition to the report cards, students and parents receive an assessment every ten weeks. In this assessment, our teachers evaluate not only the performance in each subject with a grade but also highlight strengths and weaknesses in a written evaluation, provide guidance, and give recommendations for the upcoming assessment period. This way, our students can assess their progress and define new goals. ## Intermediate certificate with the report card of the 10th grade. At the end of grade 10, the students of our high school obtain the intermediate school leaving certificate (Mittlere Reife) with the promotion report. Unlike in many other federal states, the students of the high school do not have to take a separate exam for this. ## State-recognized high school diploma Students have the opportunity to take the state-recognized Abitur at the Kurpfalz boarding school. The written Abitur is administered as a central state examination in Baden-Württemberg and is taken here in our facility. We guarantee courses with a maximum of ten students (except for sports courses) even at the upper secondary level. This ensures that each student receives the full attention of the teachers during this important time, can actively participate in classes, and help shape them. This intensive working atmosphere provides our students with the best opportunities to fully develop their potential in upper secondary and achieve the best possible Abitur grade. We are also happy to answer personal questions and provide advice in an on-site conversation regarding possible course selections. Our elective subjects, such as “Literature and Theater” (LuT), psychology, or geology, are very popular, as they provide students with valuable insights into interesting areas in a very practical way, often allowing them to discover completely new facets of themselves. ### Offered advanced courses in the upper secondary level for the 2025 graduation class: | Compulsory subjects | Languages | NatWi | additional subjects | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | German | English | Biology | Economy | | Mathematics | | Chemistry | Art | | | | | History | ### Offered advanced subject courses in the upper school for the 2026 graduation class: | Compulsory subjects | Languages | NatWi | additional subjects | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | German | English | Biology | Economy | | Mathematics | French | Chemistry | Art | | | | Physics | Geography | | | | | Sport | Students have the option to choose between five-hour advanced courses and three- or two-hour basic courses. The Kurpfalz Boarding School will continue to offer a wide range of courses. More information about the Abitur in Baden-Württemberg can be found in the Abitur Guide, which you can download here. [Guideline for the Abitur 2026 (5 MB)](https://www.kurpfalz-internat.de/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/09/Leitfaden-Abitur-2026.pdf) [Guideline for the Abitur 2027 (5 MB)](https://www.kurpfalz-internat.de/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/09/Leitfaden-Abitur-2027.pdf) [Guide to the Abitur 2028 (4 MB)](https://www.kurpfalz-internat.de/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/01/leitfaden-abitur-2028.pdf) ### Frequently Asked Questions about the Gymnasium of Kurpfalz Internat ![](https://www.kurpfalz-internat.de/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/09/kpi_personen_hradecky-eltern-schuelerberaterin-320x320.avif) Any questions about the Gymnasium at the Kurpfalz boarding school? Our parent advisor Krystyna Hradecký is happy to take the time for you. Whether it’s choosing individual courses, language sequences, or preparing for the Abitur – we provide you with personal and non-binding advice. Ms. Krystyna Hradecký [+49 6223 961 138](tel:+496223961138) [elternberatung@kurpfalz-internat.de](mailto:elternberatung@kurpfalz-internat.de) At Kurpfalz Internat, there are a maximum of ten students per class. These small learning groups allow for individual support, personal attention, and optimal conditions for the path to the Abitur. At Kurpfalz Internat, teachers see their students as holistic individuals. Each teacher intensively engages with the strengths and weaknesses of all students and helps them to develop further through constructive feedback. Teachers and boarding mentors work closely together to provide intensive support to each individual and help them achieve their goals. Here, everyone is encouraged and challenged – with the aim of finding solutions, experiencing success, and strengthening motivation. Our goal is to be proud of what has been achieved together with the students. The state of Baden-Württemberg will return to the G9 system (high school diploma after 9 years of schooling) in 2025. All students who were in 7th grade on September 1, 2025, will continue to take the high school diploma at the end of 12th grade. Yes. The transfer certificate from the 10th grade at a gymnasium in Baden-Württemberg is equivalent to the secondary school diploma. No separate examination, as required in other federal states, needs to be taken. The high school offers English starting in Grade 5, as well as Latin or French starting in Grade 6. From Grade 8, Spanish can be chosen as a third foreign language. Russian and Italian can also be taken upon request. Students with unusual language combinations can be admitted as well. For students coming from abroad, a placement exam in their mother tongue can be completed instead of the second foreign language. Additionally, individual lessons are offered for language changes or deficiencies due to a change of federal state. Yes. The Kurpfalz Boarding School offers a bilingual educational program with advanced English classes, native language conversation lessons, and bilingual lessons in music, history, and geography. Additionally, Cambridge language certificates (PET, FCE, CAE) can be obtained. In the 10th grade, students participate in a study trip to the USA or another English-speaking country. Placement is determined by the head of foreign languages according to language proficiency. In senior high school, subjects such as German, languages, mathematics, biology, chemistry, physics, geography, economics, and art are available for selection – both as advanced courses (5 hours per week) and as basic courses (2 to 3 hours per week). Particularly popular are practical elective subjects such as literature and theater, psychology, or geology. We offer the advanced sports course as a cooperative course with the public high school in Bammental. In addition to the official certificates, students receive an individual assessment with grades and written feedback every ten weeks. This reflection helps to better recognize progress, redefine learning goals, and be specifically supported. Transparency is important to us: In addition to four assessments per year, we offer two parent-teacher meetings and keep you informed about current developments through the online system IMS at any time. In addition to modern education, the boarding school places great importance on character development. Central values include humanity, tolerance, and social responsibility. The goal is to provide young people with a stable value system that enables them to navigate their lives confidently and independently.