Johanneum zu Lübeck

School Profile Overview

The Johanneum zu Lübeck, founded in 1872 in the former St. John's monastery (St. Johannis-Kloster), is a premier academic institution celebrated for its exceptional musical heritage, MINT-EC STEM accreditation, and bilingual English education.

Educational Profiles & Specializations

• Music Profile Excellence: Renowned across Northern Germany for its extensive instrumental, brass, and choral tradition in collaboration with the Lübeck music scene.
• MINT-EC Science Profile: Advanced laboratory courses in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Computer Science in cooperation with the University of Lübeck (Life Sciences & Medical Technology).
• Bilingual English Program: History and Geography taught in English from Year 7 through the Abitur.

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 Spanish in Year 8.
• CertiLingua: Multilingual European certification of excellence.
• International Exchanges: Longstanding exchange programs in Great Britain, France, Spain, and Poland.

Extracurricular Activities, MINT & Enrichment

• Famous Johanneum Brass Band (Bläserakademie), Symphonic Orchestra, Junior Strings, and Youth Choir.
• Top awards at Jugend forscht, Mathe-Olympiade, and robotics tournaments.
• Rowing on the Wakenitz in partnership with the Lübeck rowing clubs.
• Active Model United Nations delegation and student debate society.

Campus Facilities & Digital Infrastructure

• Beautiful historic campus with modern science extensions, specialized acoustic music practice suites, sports gymnasiums, and cafeteria.
• 1:1 iPad tablet learning program, campus-wide Wi-Fi, and interactive smart boards.

Admission & Transition Process

Standard Year 5 admission through the Hanseatic City of Lübeck school registration process, with music consultations for the music track.