Over 350 years of history
For 350 years the Joachimsthalsches Gymnasium was one of the most prestigious schools in the German educational system. Its story began in 1607, when Prince Joachim Frederick, Elector of Brandenburg set up a foundation. more An historic school
Presented in autumn 2020
Over the past months we have been working out our master plan for the est with Potsdam firm of architects Kühn-von Kaehne und Lange and Berlin project and property management firm Kroschewski Holzrichter. more Architectural master plan
€30 million federal grant
At their meeting on 26 November 2020, members of the German Bundestag’s Budget Committee agreed to provide a grant of €30 million for the renovation of the listed school and dormitory buildings more Monument preservation funding
The European School in Templin is becoming a reality
Hundreds of pupils will be able to attend a school that will allow them to explore the diverse culture of Europe and develop into committed Europeans. more How we spent 2020
External support – Achieving more together
The experts on the Advisory Council advise the foundation team on an ongoing basis on pedagogical and construction-related issues. more Advisory Council
A bridge between Western and Eastern Europe
The est is open to all. It is particularly important to us to make this school experience available to as many students as possible from all parts of society. more A school for all
Our mission
Much of Europe’s future will be decided in the classrooms of today. We strive to ensure that the European spirit continues to live on more For the Europeans of tomorrow
This is school in the 21st century
On the grounds of the former Joachimsthalsches Gymnasium in Templin, we plan to bring together young people from all across Europe more A school in the heart of Europe
At the heart of the new Europe
est is located in the middle of the Uckermark lake and forest region, offering outstanding conditions to combine learning in the digital world with life in nature. more Templin as location
A traditional place of education
The Joachimsthalsches Gymnasium, founded in 1607, was one of the leading schools in the German-speaking world until it was closed in 1945. more Monument and place of innovation
On solid foundations
The est will face up to the challenges of the 21st century and seek answers to the big questions of the day. more A beacon for the future
Megatrends in school education
In November 2019, we launched the workshop series “School of tomorrow” with the support of the Robert Bosch Stiftung and the Karl Schlecht Foundation. more School of tomorrow
Our vision
At the heart of modern Europe, we are creating an education incubator that will develop into a stand-out project for the entire region. more Kicking off soon
Our education triangle
The est will face up to the challenges of the 21st century and seek answers to the big questions of the day. more Humanity, nature, technology
Directly in Templin
The Friends’ Association of the Joachimsthalsches Gymnasium Templin, founded in 2014, is headquartered in Templin. more Our Friends’ Association
Achieving more together
Recognised experts are supporting the project on a voluntary basis during the development phase.
more Advisers
450,000 euros in federal funding
Berlin / Uckermark – The large-scale project “Joachimsthalsches Gymnasium / European School” in Templin has received a federal grant of €450,000 more Federal funding
