Theodor-Heuss-Gymnasium Wolfsburg (THG)

School Profile Overview

The Theodor-Heuss-Gymnasium (THG) in Wolfsburg, named after the first Federal President of Germany, was founded in 1954. Positioned in the heart of Germany's automotive and engineering hub, it is a renowned MINT-EC school and designated Europaschule, fostering technological innovation, bilingual mastery, and civic leadership.

Educational Profiles & Specializations

• MINT-EC Science & Engineering Focus: Strong collaboration with Volkswagen AG, the Phaeno Science Center, and Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences, offering automotive engineering, robotics, and applied physics modules.
• Bilingual English Track: Geography, History, and Politics taught bilingually in English.
• Social Sciences & Democracy Education: Emphasizing Theodor Heuss's commitment to democratic participation, European integration, and media literacy.

Language Learning & International Programs

• First Foreign Language: English from Year 5.
• Second Foreign Language: French, Latin, or Spanish from Year 6.
• Third Foreign Language: Elective Italian or Spanish in Year 8/11.
• International Exchanges: Partner school programs in England, France, Italy, Spain, and the United States.

Extracurricular Activities, MINT & Enrichment

• High-ranking robotics teams in FIRST LEGO League and Formula 1 in Schools.
• Science research projects at Phaeno, Jugend forscht, and national coding challenges.
• THG Big Band, rock band, choir, and drama society.
• Competitive sports teams in ice hockey, soccer, swimming, and athletics.

Campus Facilities & Digital Infrastructure

• Modernized campus featuring specialized physics/chemistry labs, maker lab with 3D printers, sports hall, and cafeteria.
• 1:1 tablet workflow across all grades with high-speed wireless connectivity and interactive digital smart screens.

Admission & Transition Process

Standard admission in Year 5 via the City of Wolfsburg school registration system.