STEM-Friendly School
Phorms Berlin Süd

As a “MINT-freundliche Schule” and “Digitale Schule”, we foster our students’ enthusiasm for mathematics, computer science, science, and technology in a variety of ways. In our modern Science Labs and Maker Space, we combine theoretical knowledge with hands-on exploration and research. Whether through experiments, robotics, 3D printing, or project-based learning, our students develop creative solutions, strengthen their problem-solving skills, and acquire important skills for the future. In this way, we create a learning environment that sparks curiosity, promotes innovation, and prepares students in the best possible way for the challenges of a digital world.

STEM focus

STEM focus

The importance of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) in education has increased significantly in recent years. We offer our secondary school students a sound STEM education and try to prepare them optimally for the demands of the modern world.  This is why our school has a focus on STEM alongside bilingualism. For example, lessons in STEM subjects are taught in English from secondary level I onwards.

Attractive range of subjects

We offer an attractive range of subjects that includes all three natural sciences - Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

From Year 9 onwards, Science lessons increase from four to six hours per week. In addition, we offer differentiation courses in which the advanced course in particular goes far beyond the regular science curriculum.

In upper secondary school, students can take advanced courses in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics for Abitur.

Science Labs and Maker Space

Our secondary school has modern specialist rooms for all science subjects. In the Science Labs and our Maker Space, students can develop freely, experiment and develop their own ideas. Topics such as robotics or 3D printing can also be explored and expand the traditional learning program.

Game Development, Music Technology, Rollercoaster Construction etc.

Students with a particular interest in science have the opportunity to take part in a variety of extracurricular projects such as "Jugend forscht". They are specifically encouraged and challenged to deepen their skills and interests. We also offer popular clubs such as Game Development, Music Technology, Rollercoaster Construction and Mycology Cultivation, which open up further exciting learning and development opportunities.

Digital education as a subject

In addition to Science, our students in years 7 and 8 take the one-hour subject Digital Education. From year 9 onwards, they can also choose the two-hour elective subject Media Communication. Digital exchange takes place regularly via Office 365, as all students have access to an MS Teams account from Year 4 onwards.

Additional Mathematics profile course and Math Club

Mathematics is taught in four lessons per week. From Year 10, an additional profile course offers focused preparation for upper secondary school. Our math club also supports interested students in getting ready for competitions like the Mathematical Olympiad and the Kangaroo Contest.

Information technology

At upper secondary level, students can choose a basic computer science course that covers topics such as program development, data protection and data security.

Digital School

Since 2025, we have officially been a “Digitale Schule”. The “Digitale Schule” distinction stands for modern teaching, in which digital tools, learning platforms, and digital literacy are firmly integrated. We provide our students with a contemporary education and prepare them for the demands of the digital world. At the same time, it is important to us to establish and continuously develop a strong digital profile at our campus.

 

In practice, we have been relying on innovative teaching methods, creative media projects, and the conscious use of new technologies for many years. Being recognized as a “Digitale Schule” confirms this approach and underlines our commitment to actively shaping digital education.

Smart School

The Smart School initiative of the German Digital Association Bitkom recognizes schools that successfully integrate contemporary education into everyday school life. As a certified Smart School, our focus is on integrating modern learning methods into our daily teaching. Our students have the opportunity to prepare themselves in the best possible way for an increasingly digital and connected world. As a school community, we continuously develop our Smart School approach and stay at the forefront of educational innovation.

 

Phorms Berlin Süd – Recognized as a Smart School

We are delighted that our school has been recognized by Bitkom as a Smart School. This award honors schools that successfully promote digital education and prepare students for the future.

Our thanks go to the entire school community, as well as to our students, whose commitment made this recognition possible.

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Safer Internet Day & Anti-Bullying Campaign

On Safer Internet Day, students at Phorms Berlin Süd took a stand against bullying. Together, the primary school and secondary school promoted respectful interaction and raised awareness of responsible digital behaviour.

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Recognition as a Digital School

Our campus has been recognized as a “Digitale Schule” and is therefore one of the Digital Champions. The award honors our commitment to modern education – from digital learning platforms to the innovative use of new technologies in the classroom. We are delighted to receive this recognition and will continue to actively shape the digital future of our school.

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Phorming the Future

During the “Phorming the Future” project week, students from all year groups worked together on exciting topics, developed new skills, and learned from one another across different age groups. The successful week concluded with a presentation of their creative results – an inspiring week full of exchange, teamwork, and new ideas.

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