Wiesenschule Ulfen: Unique Flex-Class inspires children and parents!

Wiesenschule Ulfen: Unique Flex-Class inspires children and parents!

The meadow school in Ulfen celebrates a special anniversary: ​​the building will be 70 this year. In the middle of a unique school concept, the educational institution brings a fresh wind into school life. The current school company comprises 38 children who are taught in two classes, which ensures a family atmosphere. Headmistress Waltraud Bäck, who has been directing the school's fortunes since 2005, has introduced an innovative "Flex class" together with her team, which is unique in the Werra-Meißner district and enables flexible start-up. This unique school form allows the student to complete the first two grades in a variable period of time.

This year, the meadow school will also be part of the celebrations for the 1250th anniversary of the Sontra district. As part of an open house, visitors can get to know the special features of the school inside. Another highlight is Jürgen Bach's new school song, which was inspired by the children's preferences and causes a sensation in the school community. This shows how much the school responds to the needs of its students: inside and their creativity promotes, as [https://www.hna.de/lokales/witzenhausen/ollerer- vortalge-steck-stie-in-ulfen-baeude-sti-jetzt-70-jahre-alt-93791570.html).

unique learning conditions

The concept of the meadow school goes beyond the introduction of the Flex class. The children learn in an environment without a break bell, which enables them to design their break times themselves and to work flexibly. The school also offers all -day care from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., including lunch in the village community center. This is particularly important because the cooperation with the municipality and local institutions such as the support association and the "Ulfener boys" brass band is strongly promoted.

Another highlight are the working groups (AGS) that cover exciting topics such as computers, board games and yoga. These offers not only promote the interests of the students: inside, but also contribute to holistic development. School social workers Thorsten Vogt once offered a children's consultation hour and accompanies projects that deal with the topics "we" and "I strengthen".

The role of the Flex class in the education system

The introduction of the flexible school entrance phase has proven to be particularly important. In many approaches to education, it is repeatedly emphasized that the previous knowledge of children can vary, influenced by the formation of parents and the social situation of families. It is therefore of great importance to create a space in which children meet a wide variety of development stands. In this sense, the meadow school is an excellent example of how a flexible concept can be implemented in primary school where other institutions could be oriented. The goal is clear: no child behind!

With an innovative teaching design, the meadow school not only contributes to the individual support of its students: inside, but also lives the thoughts of community and integration. It is to be hoped that this model will be taken up by other schools in the Werra-Meißner district and beyond to enrich the educational path of all children.