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Curriculum IB (MYP), IB (DP), German Curriculum, American Curriculum
Taught languages German, English, French, Latin, Spanish, Mandarin, Russian
Typical class size 18
Strengths STEM, Outdoor Education, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Stiftung Louisenlund is a co-educational boarding and day school offering a gymnasium, a vocational academy, and IB World School status. It provides the IB Diploma Programme and IB Middle Years Programme, taught in English, with subject groups spanning languages, economics, sciences, mathematics and the arts. The DP core comprises Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity, Service. The school also offers German and American curricula, strengthening its international profile. Rooted in an 18th-century castle, Louisenlund follows Kurt Hahn's tradition, with a foundation that personalizes learning and mentors teachers. Learning happens 24/7 across the campus, blending academics with character development. Facilities include the Learning and Research Center, science labs, a MINT Talent Center, a roof observatory with a 20-inch telescope, and a sailing harbor with a training vessel for marine biology and nautical studies. The campus offers four tennis courts and nearby golf. Extracurriculars include debates, biotechnology and agroforestry, THW, cutter sailing, and a guild program supporting leadership, service and cultural activities.
Stiftung Louisenlund has 480 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English.
Location
The Louisenlund Foundation is located in the north of Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. It can be reached from Hamburg Airport in 1.5 hours and from the vacation island of Sylt in 2.5 hours. Navigation systems recognize the entries 'Hof Louisenlund' (Hof Louisenlund Street, 24357 Güby) and 'Schloss Louisenlund' (Louisenlund 9, 24357 Güby). Louisenlund 9, 24357 Güby is the address of the school.
Stages
The school offers Elementary school as a day school; Junior high school (grades 5-7) as a day school; Middle school (grades 8-10); Upper secondary school (grades 11-13). It also offers Gymnasium plus-MINT talent development program (grades 10-13); Gymnasium plus sailing support program (grades 8-Q2/8-13); Vocational grammar school for agriculture (grades E - 13); and IB World School.
Type
Boarding school; full-time gymnasium. Vocational gymnasium; IB World School.
Fees
Annual tuition at Stiftung Louisenlund ranges from EUR 50,000 to EUR 85,000 for 2026/27.
Application and admission fees - Admission (one-off, non-recurring): EUR 1,900. - Deposit payable upon admission: EUR 10,000. - Advance payment towards service charges: EUR 5,000 per year. - Contribution to the Parent Council account: EUR 5 per year.
Tuition and boarding fees by year group (amounts shown as Monthly / Semi-annual / Annual) - Grammar School (Years 8–10): EUR 4,520 / EUR 27,120 / EUR 54,240. This includes a specified contingent tuition component of EUR 210 / EUR 1,260 / EUR 2,520. - Grammar School (Years E, Q1, Q2): EUR 4,638 / EUR 27,828 / EUR 55,656. (Upper‑school contribution rule below applies.) This includes the contingent tuition component shown above. - IB Middle Years Programme (MYP): EUR 4,913 / EUR 29,478 / EUR 58,956. This includes a contingent tuition component of EUR 210 / EUR 1,260 / EUR 2,520. - IB Diploma Programme (DP): EUR 5,029 / EUR 30,174 / EUR 60,348. This includes the contingent tuition component noted above. - plus‑MINT (plus‑STEM) Programme (Year 10): EUR 4,906 / EUR 29,436 / EUR 58,872. - plus‑MINT (plus‑STEM) Programme (Years E, Q1, Q2): EUR 5,023 / EUR 30,138 / EUR 60,276. - Upper‑school contribution: where a student is enrolled in Year E, DP1 or higher, the monthly parental contribution increases by EUR 260 per month until completion of the school‑leaving examinations or the Diploma. This rule applies as stated for the grammar, IB and plus‑MINT scales.
What the parental contribution covers and additional chargeable items - The parental contribution covers boarding, all meals, tuition, participation in services and guilds, health care for minor illnesses and insurance covering accidents, fire and burglary. - Additional fees may apply for participation in certain guilds or extracurriculars (examples given: model construction, golf). Individual costs charged separately include personal items and activities such as sportswear and house sweaters, pocket money, travel expenses, medical treatment, individual lessons (music, remedial), special sports training (e.g., golf pro lessons), excursions, recreational sports trips and theatre visits.
Billing schedule and payment terms - The payment obligation for a school year arises on 1 August and expires on 31 July of the following calendar year; this applies regardless of the commencement of the summer holidays or the date of graduation or IB examinations. Payment may be made on a monthly, semi‑annual or annual basis using the amounts shown above. - Parents who pay the full annual fee by bank transfer or by direct debit and whose payment is received before 20 July of the coming school year receive a discount of 1.5% on the annual fee.
Boarding fees - Boarding costs are included within the parental contribution amounts listed above; no separate monthly boarding fee is shown because boarding, meals and related routine services are part of the stated parental contribution. Extra costs for particular services or activities (see above) are charged separately.
Other costs and routine charges - One‑off and routine charges: Admission fee EUR 1,900; deposit EUR 10,000; advance payment towards service charges EUR 5,000 per year; Parent Council contribution EUR 5 per year. Personal equipment, clothing and optional individual lessons/activities are charged separately. Participation in some guilds may carry extra fees.
Refund information and obligations - The contractual payment obligation covers the entire school year (1 August – 31 July) and remains in effect regardless of commencement of school holidays or the date of graduation/IB examinations; this establishes the annual obligation for fee payment. The fee scale lists the one‑off admission fee, deposit and advance payments but does not specify separate pro‑rata refunds for the annual parental contribution within the fee schedule itself.
Academics
Stiftung Louisenlund teaches IB (MYP), IB (DP), German Curriculum, American Curriculum for students aged 10 to 18.
Curriculum
IB World School offers Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) with English as the school language. The DP includes subject groups: Group 1 Studies in Language and Literature (English A Language and Literature; German A Literature), Group 2 Language Acquisition (English B; German B), Group 3 Individuals and Societies (Economics; History; Business Management), Group 4 Sciences (Biology; Chemistry; Physics), Group 5 Mathematics (Mathematics Analysis & Approaches; Mathematics Applications & Interpretations), Group 6 Arts (Visual Arts). The DP core elements are Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity, Service.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates go on to study at renowned universities such as Cornell University (USA), the London School of Economics (UK), Harvard University (USA), Imperial College London (UK), King's College London (UK) and the University of St Andrews (UK).
Gifted and Talented
Leadership for Impact programme; Gymnasium plus-MINT talent development program; Mentors, portfolios and small learning groups as part of personalized education.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school language is English. The MYP addresses the intellectual, social, emotional and physical well-being of learners holistically. Close support from mentors and house parents helps students grow personally and socially. The Community Project (MYP4) fosters responsibility, teamwork and empathy within the school community. The Personal Project (MYP5) encourages independence, creativity and self-reflection, developing time management and research skills. Leadership for Impact focuses on holistic development to empower servant leaders who address real-world challenges.
Mental Wellbeing
The MYP addresses the intellectual, social, emotional and physical well-being of learners holistically. Life at Louisenlund offers mentors for optimal personal development in an international community. Close support from mentors and house parents helps students grow socially and emotionally. The Leadership for Impact program strengthens resilience and social responsibility. Students become confident and independent lifelong learners through interdisciplinary learning.
Admissions
Admissions
1. We are happy to inform you. The admissions team provides information about registering your child at Louisenlund and answers questions about the admission procedure. They inform you individually and without obligation. They guide you through the next steps in the admissions process.
2. Introduce yourself. If you and your child are interested in a school career at Louisenlund, information about your child is needed in the second step: the type of school you are interested in and the year of your child. The child's last school reports should be provided. Indicate whether the child is involved in extracurricular activities.
3. Get to know each other. Take the opportunity during a visit to Louisenlund to receive individualized guidance from education experts and to experience the boarding school and the school firsthand. The next consultation day dates can be found here.
4. Admission to the Louisenlund community. After experiencing the innovations and uniqueness of Louisenlund Boarding School and deciding to enroll your child, complete the contractual formalities with the admissions team. Your child can look forward to arriving and will be welcomed with a welcome program as staff accompany them into the Louisenlund community. The Louisenlund boarding school accepts pupils from year 8 onwards.
Scholarships
Making excellent education accessible to all children - the Scholarship Fund Foundation. The Louisenlund Foundation Scholarship Fund supports pupils who would like to be accepted into the school on the basis of their talents and achievements, but who have to overcome financial hurdles. Through targeted scholarships, we aim to create a diverse school community that promotes exchange and learning together. The fund is supported by donations and contributions from sponsors and helps to provide talented young people with a first-class education, regardless of their financial situation. In addition, the Scholarship Fund Foundation recognizes special achievements within the Louisenlund community. Once a year, it awards the Herzog Peter Prize, the most important prize in Louisenlund, to pupils who have made a special contribution to the community during their time at Louisenlund.
FAQs
What ages does Stiftung Louisenlund serve?
Stiftung Louisenlund serves students aged 6 to 19.
What curriculum does Stiftung Louisenlund follow?
IB World School offers Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) with English as the school language. The DP includes subject groups: Group 1 Studies in Language and Literature (English A Language and Literature; German A Literature),.
Where is Stiftung Louisenlund located?
The Louisenlund Foundation is located in the north of Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. It can be reached from Hamburg Airport in 1.5 hours and from the vacation island of Sylt in 2.5 hours. Navigation systems recognize the entries 'Hof Louisenlund' (Hof.
What are the tuition fees?
**Application and admission fees**
- Admission (one-off, non-recurring): EUR 1,900.
- Deposit payable upon admission: EUR 10,000.
- Advance payment towards service charges: EUR 5,000 per year.
- Contribution to the Parent Council account: EUR 5.
How many students attend Stiftung Louisenlund?
The school has approximately 480 students.
What languages are taught?
The school language is English. English is compulsory for all pupils from Year 5 onwards. In the Middle Years Programme, at least two languages are studied: the language of instruction and an additional elective language. In the Diploma Programme,.
How does the admissions process work?
1. We are happy to inform you. The admissions team provides information about registering your child at Louisenlund and answers questions about the admission procedure. They inform you individually and without obligation. They guide you through the.
What facilities does the school have?
Modern learning and research centre with science laboratories, research.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The school has a broad spectrum of academic and intellectual extracurricular activities. Debating society and topics spanning business, politics, social issues and technology are available. Students participate in science and technology projects.
Does the school offer boarding?
Louisenlund offers campus boarding in several residences with single or double rooms. Akazienring houses four living areas near the Schlei where learning, performing and living merge. Wald- and Gildenhouse accommodate around 40 students from Year E.
When was Stiftung Louisenlund founded?
Stiftung Louisenlund was founded in 1949.
What accreditations does the school hold?
IB World School — Offers the Diploma Programme (DP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP) under the International Baccalaureate.
NEASC CIE accreditation — Accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) Commission on.
