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Grundschule

Definition

The Grundschule is the primary school in Germany where children typically attend from ages 6 to 10. It provides a foundation of basic education and focuses on developing fundamental skills.

Analogy

Think of the Grundschule as the starting point of your educational journey, like the first level of a video game. Just like in a game, you learn the basics and build a strong foundation before moving on to more advanced levels.

Related terms

Hauptschule: A type of secondary school in Germany that offers vocational training alongside general education.

Realschule: Another type of secondary school in Germany that provides more comprehensive academic education compared to Hauptschule but less than Gymnasium.

Gymnasium: A type of secondary school in Germany that prepares students for higher education and university entrance exams.



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