"Lobdeburgschule" Public Comprehensive School, Jena
The guiding principle of “learning to live together” shapes instruction and daily school life. An individualized curriculum featuring independent study time and free work—which, in addition to group instruction, focuses on fostering students’ strengths— DaZ instruction (German as a Second Language) at various language levels, a diverse range of elective courses with a strong practical component, French or Spanish as a second foreign language, and a specialized media track enable students from diverse backgrounds and with varying aptitudes to earn all types of high school diplomas.
In addition to grades starting in 4th grade, students’ competencies are assessed. The school collaborates with external partners, is active in various networks, and maintains international contacts.
Operating Body
City of Jena
Quick Facts
- Grades: 1–12/13
- Mixed-age classes in grades 1–3
- 647 students in the 2026–2027 school year
- Available Diplomas: Abitur, academic portion of the Fachhochschulreife, Realschulabschluss, Qualifying Hauptschulabschluss, Hauptschulabschluss
- Building accessibility: no