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Located in a 13th-century castle in Überlingen near Lake Constance, Salem International College - Spetzgart Castle offers a unique boarding experience for students in grades 11 and 12. The school provides two distinct academic pathways: the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme taught in English, and the German Abitur. A defining feature of a Salem education is its mandatory three-year community service initiative, where students actively participate in essential local services such as the school’s own fire brigade, technical relief organization (THW), or sea rescue operations. Campus facilities include historical castle buildings, science centres, and a private harbour constructed by students in 1933. Students also participate in mandatory outdoor education excursions, including extensive Outward Bound expeditions to Norway, to build teamwork and resilience. Around 600 students from over 45 nations study across Salem’s campuses, supported by class sizes of just 10 to 20 students.
Salem International College at the Härlen Campus in Überlingen offers students in Grades 11 and 12 the choice between the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma in English and the German Abitur. Situated directly on the shores of Lake Constance, the campus features a central community building housing a theatre workshop, library, and café, alongside an artificial turf hockey pitch (Source: schule-schloss-salem.de). Rooted in Kurt Hahn’s educational principles, the school emphasizes practical responsibility. A distinctive requirement for all students is active participation in essential campus services, such as the fully operational student-run Fire Brigade, the First Aid team, or nautical services. Outdoor education remains another signature program; students engage in continuous outdoor excursions, building upon foundational experiences like the nine-day Outward Bound wilderness expedition in Norway. Boarders live in residential wings of approximately 18 students, ensuring structured, individual daily support.
Schule Schloss Salem offers a distinctive educational experience on the historic grounds of a former Cistercian monastery near Lake Constance. For over a century, the boarding school has focused on character building and responsibility alongside classroom learning. Students choose between the German Abitur and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. A defining feature of the school is its compulsory "Dienste" (Services) program. Instead of standard afternoon clubs, upper-level students actively participate in real-world community services, such as the local volunteer fire brigade, the Technical Relief Agency (THW), or the Nautical Service, which includes water rescue training on the lake. The campus provides unique facilities, including a school-owned harbor, artisan workshops for carpentry and mechanics, and dedicated spaces for outdoor education. By living in small "Mentorate" (boarding groups), young people develop independence and learn to support their peers in a deeply engaged, active learning environment.
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