Welcome to Phorms—the private German-English kindergarten and school located in the heart of Steglitz-Zehlendorf. From the very beginning through graduation, we accompany your child along their individual path, empowering them to become open-minded architects of their educational journey. Our emphasis on STEM, our recognition as a "House of Little Researchers," and our dedication to cultivating essential future skills foster curiosity, the joy of discovery, and a passion for lifelong learning.
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Since 2025, we have officially been recognised as a “Digitale Schule”. This designation stands for modern teaching in which digital tools, learning platforms and media literacy are firmly embedded. We provide our students with a contemporary education that prepares them for the demands of the digital world. It is important to us to build a strong digital profile on our campus and to develop it continuously.
In practice, we have been using innovative teaching methods, creative media projects and the considered use of new technologies for many years. Being awarded the title of “Digitale Schule” affirms this approach and highlights our commitment to actively shaping digital education.
STEM education encompasses mathematics, computer science, natural sciences, and technology. To equip our students for the demands of a rapidly evolving world, we continuously develop and strengthen our STEM profile. Alongside our bilingual approach, this emphasis ensures our students receive an optimal education, well-prepared for future challenges.
Every year, we organize a campus-wide project week in which thematic networks are created from kindergarten to secondary school. Everything revolves around environmental awareness, sustainability and physical and mental health (education for sustainable development, ESD). At primary school, this takes the form of real-life problems that are dealt with in an interdisciplinary manner. Students receive input from teachers, guest speakers and excursions and can thus develop their own solutions.
Media Education In our certified media education school, children begin to learn conscious and creative use of digital and analog media from the 1st grade. An optimal learning environment is provided with interactive whiteboards, laptops from the 7th grade, and practical projects.
This year, Phorms Campus Berlin Süd was delighted to take part for the first time in the Berlin annual Climate Conference — an inspiring event bringing together primary and secondary students from across Berlin.
Our students had the opportunity to attend thought-provoking lectures from a range of guest speakers, including local politicians who engaged directly with the students to discuss current environmental challenges and possible solutions. Throughout the day, they participated in a variety of hands-on environmental workshops and met with organisations from across the city dedicated to promoting environmental awareness and sustainable living.
It was a motivating and empowering experience for our learners, strengthening their understanding of climate issues and encouraging them to play an active role in shaping a more sustainable future.
We are proud to introduce our new Eco Council — a group of enthusiastic students from across the school who have come together to help guide us toward becoming a more sustainable community. Their mission is to lead positive change, raise awareness, and inspire everyone to take action.
This year, the Eco Council will focus on two key areas: reducing waste and promoting biodiversity. They will work on practical projects to cut down on rubbish, encourage recycling and re-use, and help the school make greener choices every day. At the same time, they will develop initiatives to support local wildlife, protect natural spaces, and make our school grounds more vibrant and biodiverse.
With their ideas, energy, and dedication, the Eco Council will play an important role in shaping a greener future for our school.
We have established an Eco Code, which reflects our collective commitment to sustainability. It strengthens our ecological awareness and maps out our green path as a campus. The Eco Code is our joint contribution to a more sustainable future.
Students in JG7 recently took part in a hands-on project focused on biodiversity by designing and creating their own bird feeders. This activity encouraged them to think about the importance of supporting local wildlife and understanding ecosystems in a practical way. Through creativity, teamwork, and environmental awareness, the students produced a variety of unique feeders that can help provide food for birds, especially during more challenging seasons. The project not only strengthened their appreciation for nature but also highlighted how small actions can make a positive difference in protecting biodiversity.
Students in JG8 have also taken part in a creative biodiversity project by designing and building insect hotels. This hands-on activity helped them explore the important role that insects play in our ecosystems, particularly as pollinators and as part of the food chain. Using a variety of natural and recycled materials, the students constructed shelters that provide safe habitats for insects.
Through this project, students developed both practical skills and a deeper appreciation for the small but vital creatures that support biodiversity. The insect hotels will be placed around the school grounds, where they will contribute to a healthier environment and offer opportunities for ongoing observation and learning.
Students in JG8 have recently completed an exciting hands-on project by designing and building their own greenhouse. This initiative provided a valuable opportunity to explore sustainability, plant science, and the importance of controlled growing environments. Working collaboratively, the students developed practical skills while gaining a deeper understanding of how plants grow and how we can support them.
We now look forward to continuing and developing this project, as different class groups begin to use the greenhouse to grow a variety of plants and vegetables. This ongoing work will allow students to take responsibility for their own crops, observe growth over time, and further strengthen their connection to nature and sustainable practices.
German and English are equally present in everyday learning and school life. Children grow up naturally in both languages and cultures, developing openness, confidence and ease with intercultural interactions.
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Phorms places great value on strong scientific education and on helping students use media and AI in a thoughtful and responsible way. We also develop important skills for the future, laying a solid foundation for university studies and professional life.
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We work with every student on a personal level. We strengthen their talents and support them when challenges arise — with additional educators at Primary School, small class sizes and a wide range of extracurricular activities.
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Dedicated educators with internationally proven teaching methods, innovative learning spaces, and our own IT team create the ideal conditions for students to enjoy learning.
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Phorms provides a seamless educational pathway from Kindergarten to Abitur. Families can rely on a secure, consistent school environment with a full-day structure and guaranteed supervision and teaching.
learn moreTo ensure effective and personalised learning, we maintain a balanced class size. For example, there are currently 24 children per class in the secondary school.
We are proud of our diverse English-speaking community. Our native-speaking teaching staff come from every English-speaking country in the world.
Yes, we have a clothing collection. Primary school students are obliged to choose tops and sportswear from this collection.
At our campus, we support children and young people on their bilingual education path - from kindergarten school to their graduation from secondary school. We not only promote academic skills but also place particular emphasis on the personal development and social interaction of each individual child.
Our educational specialists are enthusiastic teachers, learners and companions. They pass on their own passion and positive attitude to learning to the students - enriched by cultural and linguistic diversity as well as local characteristics.
To ensure that our children and young people remain self-confident and curious, we create a respectful and tolerant atmosphere in which both individual development opportunities and a sense of community on campus are encouraged.
Our aim is to empower our students to enjoy lifelong learning by strengthening their self-image and equipping them with the knowledge, skills, attitudes and values they need to shape their future.
Valérie Hardt
Campus Director and Head of Secondary School
Martin Lipton
Deputy Head of Secondary School
Elizabeth Burrows
Head of Primary School
Joshua Crerar
Deputy Head of Primary School
Timo Bruckmann
Head of Kindergarten
Nicole Häusler
Head of Kindergarten
Kerstin Riese
Coordinator Afternoon Programme
Antonia Bornemann
Deputy Extracurricular Coordinator
Sara Vattes
Campus Psychologist
Sandra Exner
Administration Manager
Pia Moutsinga
Head of Admissions
Christian Heine
Managing Director
Do you have questions about our school or the administration process? We will be delighted to assist you with any queries.
Corinna Scheuring
Admissions Counselor | Secondary School
