The ecolea is part of the SeminarCenterGruppe, a large private education network in Northern Germany. The network includes several locations in Hamburg, Schwerin, Rostock, Güstrow, Stralsund and Neubrandenburg and offers a wide range of educational services, including general education and vocational schools, further education and a Berufsakademie [1].
The ecolea stands in the tradition of humanism and the Enlightenment. It promotes ecological responsibility, democratic awareness and peacefulness. The goal is to promote responsible people who judge and decide responsibly [3]. The school values the ability to discuss, environmental awareness and social projects [3].
The ecolea initiates social and ecological projects and makes students aware of their environment [3]. It strives for strong integration into the community and cooperates with regional companies and institutions [3]. By focusing on holistic education and intercultural exchange, a comprehensive personality development of the students is promoted [3].
The ecolea is characterized by an appreciative and respectful school culture. It offers transparent structures and regular evaluations for quality assurance [3]. The school emphasizes the importance of international exchange programs and bilingual forms of teaching [3].
