

Rheinberg Private School of Life
Secular
Updated July 2026
The Private School of Life is a state-recognized private school located in Rheinberg that offers a unique, project-oriented learning environment. It serves students from the lower school levels through to Year 10, providing a pathway to the Fachoberschulreife.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school focuses on stimulating imagination and fostering a joy for personal discovery and success. It prioritizes an environment where children are treated with respect and provided with the freedom to unfold their personalities. The educational approach emphasizes individual development, allowing students to work on chosen content at their own pace.
Programmes
The school provides a curriculum covering music, art, sciences, mathematics, and modern languages, delivered through project-based and interdisciplinary learning. Students have the flexibility to work on content of their choosing outside of conventional classroom setups. The school operates as an all-day institution, offering care from 7:30 am until 4:00 pm, with the possibility of extended care upon request.
Student support
Learning support
The school employs pedagogically trained staff who act as learning partners to provide individual guidance and support. Small learning groups are utilized to ensure that the learning process is specific to each student's needs. Progress and experiences are documented within a personal learning portfolio for every pupil.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
Applications for enrollment are accepted throughout the year for the current or upcoming school years. The registration process includes an initial meeting where the school assesses a child's abilities through play-based activities, covering areas such as language, numeracy, and fine motor skills. This meeting also serves as a formal opportunity to evaluate individual language levels as required by local regulations.
Calendar
The school maintains a regular schedule of events, including annual summer festivals and specific educational initiatives such as bicycle training, bee projects, and interdisciplinary lessons. Parents may arrange personal consultations with the school at any time via the provided contact channels.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus is situated in an area featuring woods and parks, providing a natural environment for student development. On-site facilities include specialized rooms designed to support project-based learning, a playground, and a tennis court. The school also utilizes a 'Learning Room' concept to facilitate its unique pedagogical approach.
Co-curriculars
Extracurricular activities are offered to pupils based on their personal interests and inclinations, with the specific options varying throughout the year. The school emphasizes opportunities for play and movement, utilizing its grounds which include a playground and a tennis court. Additional activities are integrated into the school day to support holistic development.


