Schule Schloss Stein

Guided by the motto 'Growing together' (Zusammen wachsen), the school emphasizes a family-like community that balances high academic standards with holistic personal support. It aims to develop students' potential through sincerity, fairness, dedication, and perseverance. The school values student initiative and encourages pupils to take on responsibility through projects and voluntary service.

The school operates as a state-recognized grammar school (Gymnasium) with two main branches: an economics branch (WSG) and a modern language branch. The economics branch includes subjects such as economics, law, and business informatics, while the language branch offers the opportunity to learn three foreign languages, including English, French, Latin, and Spanish. The curriculum is supplemented by project days, work placements, and seminars that focus on literature, history, and science.

The school prepares students for the Bavarian Central Abitur, with a focus on both academic success and personal character development. Alumni are supported through the 'Young Ambassadors' program, where they share their university and career experiences with current students. The school aims to foster self-confident individuals who are well-prepared for their future academic and professional careers.

The school utilizes an individual development logbook for each of its approximately 100 students to document personal goals, learning progress, and extracurricular achievements. Students receive supervised learning times and individual tutoring from specialist teachers to ensure they reach required academic levels. The school also provides support for students transferring from other schools or federal states.

The admissions process begins with a telephone consultation to clarify expectations and ensure a good fit. Prospective students are encouraged to participate in a trial week, where they live in the boarding school and join daily school and leisure activities. Enrollment requires a transfer certificate, birth certificate, and proof of measles protection, with entrance exams conducted on-site for those transferring to the grammar school.

The school year follows a structured calendar featuring academic terms, project weeks, and seasonal events. Key annual highlights include the Literature Week, School Olympics, Youth Forum, Young Ambassadors program, and the Winter Ball. The calendar also incorporates specific project-based learning, such as the 9th-grade work placement week and various science and project weeks.

Located in a historic castle complex in the Chiemgau region, the campus features modern educational and residential facilities. Sports infrastructure includes a climbing hall and an innovative ASB glass-floor sports hall. The school also provides a dedicated kitchen serving fresh, regional meals and maintains small class sizes to support an optimal learning environment.

Students participate in a wide range of activities, referred to as 'Clubs', which include sports, arts, and crafts. The school emphasizes holistic development through events like the Literature Week, the Youth Forum, and the Young Ambassadors program. Sports are a significant focus, supported by facilities such as a climbing hall and an innovative glass-floor sports hall, with opportunities for hiking, skiing, sailing, and surfing in the surrounding Chiemgau region.