Coppernicus-Gymnasium Norderstedt (CGN)

School Profile Overview

The Coppernicus-Gymnasium Norderstedt (CGN), named after astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus, is situated directly on the northern border of Hamburg. Accredited as a full member of the MINT-EC network and designated as a Europaschule in Schleswig-Holstein, it offers high-level science education, bilingual immersion, and active international partnerships.

Educational Profiles & Specializations

• MINT-EC Science Profile: Advanced physics, astronomy, chemistry, biology, and computer science courses, with observatory projects and science fair mentoring.
• Bilingual English Program: Geography and History taught bilingually in English from Year 7 onwards.
• European Focus: Cultural and civic education promoting European citizenship and international collaboration.

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.
• International Exchanges: Collaborative exchange programs with partner schools in Great Britain, France, Spain, and Poland.

Extracurricular Activities, MINT & Enrichment

• Top awards at Jugend forscht, FIRST LEGO League, and the German Physics Olympiad.
• Astronomy club utilizing the school observatory, robotics workshops, and coding labs.
• CGN Big Band, symphony orchestra, rock ensembles, and choir.
• Sports teams in basketball, badminton, soccer, and track & field.

Campus Facilities & Digital Infrastructure

• Spacious modern campus with specialized science laboratories, astronomy dome, multimedia studio, auditorium, and extensive sports grounds.
• 1:1 iPad tablet program, campus-wide high-speed Wi-Fi, and interactive digital boards.

Admission & Transition Process

Standard admission in Year 5 through the City of Norderstedt school registration process.