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Berlin's Maria-Leo-Grundschule Wins €100,000 German School Prize for Innovative Learning

Berlin's Maria-Leo-Grundschule takes home the top prize for its unique learning spaces and empowering approach to education. Five other schools also receive recognition and funding.

This is a picture in a home the two children are studying. This is a study table there are three...
This is a picture in a home the two children are studying. This is a study table there are three laptops and the boy is looking into the laptop and the girl is doing some work. On the top of the table there is book also and a cup of tea in a cup and there are two candles with a flame and the background there is a window and there is a table also and this is a refrigerator on the top of the refrigerator they stick some notes in paper and this a floor.

Berlin's Maria-Leo-Grundschule Wins €100,000 German School Prize for Innovative Learning

The Maria-Leo-Grundschule in Berlin has been awarded the prestigious German School Prize 2023, scooping a 100,000 euro prize. Five other schools received 30,000 euros each as runners-up, following a competitive process that saw over 100 applications.

The winning school, a model for modern education, follows the 'learning house' principle. It offers independent learning spaces on each floor, supported by multiprofessional teams. Children start learning at their own pace, tackling differentiated tasks tailored to their abilities.

The German School Prize jury evaluates schools across six key areas. The Maria-Leo-Grundschule excelled in fostering a culture of self-responsibility among its students. Through various initiatives, the school encourages children to take charge of their learning and contribute positively to their community.

The Maria-Leo-Grundschule's innovative approach to education has earned it the top prize, demonstrating its commitment to empowering young minds. The runners-up, each receiving 30,000 euros, also showcased exceptional quality in their respective educational methods.

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