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PalmenGarten
Plants. Life. Culture
Gestüt Schafhof
British Theatre School
St. Leonards
St. Andrews
Since its founding in 1817, the Senckenberg Society for Nature Research has been dedicated to the “Earth System” – in the past, the present and with projections for the future. Senckenberg has set itself the goal of understanding nature in all its infinite diversity in order to preserve it as the foundation of life for future generations and to use it sustainably. This non-profit organization is one of the world’s leading research institutions in the field of biodiversity and employs approximately 300 scientists throughout Germany. The Senckenberg Natural History Museum in Frankfurt is best known to the public for its gigantic Diplodocus and the iconic pterosaur Quetzalcoatlus.
The renowned Senckenberg Society for Natural Science Research is an official educational partner of ALEA SCHOOL. The partnership includes botany project weeks during which students can take their first steps as naturalists in the field and in Senckenberg’s laboratories. In addition, there will be lectures by Senckenberg researchers at ALEA SCHOOL, as well as a research project on climate change in the Orbwald.
“Every child loves the dinosaurs at the Senckenberg Museum in Frankfurt. These are experiences that spark a spirit of discovery and a thirst for research, and can shape a child’s entire life. At ALEA SCHOOL, we want to teach science in a way that inspires children for life. Senckenberg is the perfect partner for this.” – Henning Strauss
“The ALEA SCHOOL is an educational project focused on sustainability. I am delighted that Senckenberg will help shape the educational concept and support it as a partner. This will also create exciting synergies for us—the Orbwald will provide us with important insights for the future of our forests.”
– Prof. Dr. Klement Tockner – Director General of the Senckenberg Society for Nature Research
The Orbwald is set to become the new research site for the Senckenberg Society for Nature Research. As part of the research project “The Future of Our Forests in the Face of Climate Change,” observational and satellite data on weather extremes and the condition of the forest will be collected here to help ensure the sustainability of local forests. The project leader is Prof. Dr. Thomas Hickler, a biogeographer and climate researcher at the Senckenberg Biodiversity and Climate Research Centre (SBiK-F) and a professor of quantitative biogeography at Goethe University Frankfurt. His research focuses on the effects of climate change on forests. To this end, he develops complex vegetation and ecosystem models to analyze the effects of global warming on biodiversity and ecosystem services. In addition, Hickler is involved in international bodies such as the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) and serves on the board of the German Climate Consortium.
Since its founding in 1817, the Senckenberg Society for Nature Research has been dedicated to the "Earth System" - in the past, the present and with projections for the future. Senckenberg has set itself the goal of understanding nature in all its infinite diversity in order to preserve it as the foundation of life for future generations and to use it sustainably. This non-profit organization is one of the world's leading research institutions in the field of biodiversity and employs approximately 300 scientists throughout Germany. The Senckenberg Natural History Museum in Frankfurt is best known to the public for its gigantic Diplodocus and the iconic pterosaur Quetzalcoatlus.
The renowned Senckenberg Society for Natural Science Research is an official educational partner of ALEA SCHOOL. The partnership includes botany project weeks during which students can take their first steps as naturalists in the field and in Senckenberg’s laboratories. In addition, there will be lectures by Senckenberg researchers at ALEA SCHOOL, as well as a research project on climate change in the Orbwald.
“Every child loves the dinosaurs at the Senckenberg Museum in Frankfurt. These are experiences that spark a spirit of discovery and a thirst for research, and can shape a child’s outlook for a lifetime. At ALEA SCHOOL, we aim to teach science in a way that inspires children for life. Senckenberg is the perfect partner for this.”
“The ALEA SCHOOL is an educational project focused on sustainability. I am delighted that Senckenberg will help shape the educational concept and support it as a partner. This will also create exciting synergies for us—the Orbwald will provide us with important insights for the future of our forests.”
- Prof. Dr. Klement Tockner - Director General of the Senckenberg Society for Nature Research
The Orbwald is set to become the new research site for the Senckenberg Society for Nature Research. As part of the research project “The Future of Our Forests in the Face of Climate Change,” observational and satellite data on weather extremes and the condition of the forest will be collected here to help ensure the sustainability of local forests. The project leader is Prof. Dr. Thomas Hickler, a biogeographer and climate researcher at the Senckenberg Biodiversity and Climate Research Centre (SBiK-F) and a professor of quantitative biogeography at Goethe University Frankfurt. His research focuses on the effects of climate change on forests. To this end, he develops complex vegetation and ecosystem models to analyze the effects of global warming on biodiversity and ecosystem services. In addition, Hickler is involved in international bodies such as the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) and serves on the board of the German Climate Consortium.
In the fall of 2024, park lover and botany enthusiast Henning Strauss spoke about his dream of a palm garden in Orb. A palm-tree courtyard is to be built in the center of the Parkallee campus, and a palm-tree auditorium is also planned — both modeled after Frankfurt’s famous Palmengarten. With the announcement of the program for the first ALEA SCHOOL Summer Camp, it is clear: ALEA is working to make this dream a reality. As part of Botany Week, there will be the first official collaboration between ALEA SCHOOL and the Palmengarten Frankfurt. When it comes to architectural planning, there is already close collaboration—the experts at Frankfurter Original are advising ALEA on the design of the final Campus Parkallee.
“My dream of a palm garden is coming true. The plans are taking shape, and the palm tree partnership has been established. ALEA has a green identity—and that will be reflected in the school as well. And who knows: maybe one day the ALEA SCHOOL will even have an orangery and a butterfly house…”
– Henning Strauss
In the fall of 2024, park lover and botany enthusiast Henning Strauss spoke about his dream of a palm garden in Orb. A palm-tree courtyard is to be built in the center of the Parkallee campus, and a palm-tree auditorium is also planned — both modeled after Frankfurt’s famous Palmengarten. With the announcement of the program for the first ALEA SCHOOL Summer Camp, it is clear: ALEA is working to make this dream a reality. As part of Botany Week, there will be the first official collaboration between ALEA SCHOOL and the Palmengarten Frankfurt. When it comes to architectural planning, there is already close collaboration—the experts at Frankfurter Original are advising ALEA on the design of the final Campus Parkallee.
“My dream of a palm garden is coming true. The plans are taking shape, and the palm tree partnership has been established. ALEA has a green identity—and that will be reflected in the school as well. And who knows: maybe one day the ALEA SCHOOL will even have an orangery and a butterfly house…”
– Henning Strauss
This internationally renowned dressage stud farm is synonymous with athletic excellence, sustainable horse breeding, and first-class training. Under the leadership of the Linsenhoff-Rath family, the Schafhof has become an established name in the international equestrian sports and a training center for horses at the highest level.
A particular highlight of the partnership is the ALEA SCHOOL’s participation in the International Festhalle Horse Show in Frankfurt: there, the student body will officially open the traditional gala evening on Wednesday with a live performance of the school anthem. This allows the children to gain stage experience in a professional setting and build their confidence in public speaking.
As part of the “All About Horses” mentoring program, Matthias Rath, one of Germany’s most successful dressage riders, will visit the ALEA SCHOOL on a regular basis to inspire students of all ages to take an interest in the world of equestrian sports. The program teaches the basics of animal care, ethics, teamwork, and the bond between humans and animals. In addition, the ALEA SCHOOL’s equestrian club receives expert guidance and support from the Schafhof Stud Farm to further develop its program.
“Children who learn to take responsibility for an animal gain self-confidence and empathy,” says Matthias Rath. “I look forward to sharing these values with ALEA SCHOOL—through genuine interaction, hands-on experiences, and a healthy dose of enthusiasm for what horses can teach us.”
A key component of the partnership is the planned field trip for all grade levels to the Kronberg stud farm. There, the children get a firsthand look at how a stud farm operates, how equestrian sports are practiced at an international level—and the dedication and discipline that go into working with horses. In the process, they also gain insights into the lives of professional athletes.
“Children love horses. Our students find their greatest joy, so to speak, in their everyday school life. The partnership with the stud farm takes this to a whole new level of excellence: Schafhof is a premium partner and will inspire our students for life,” says school board member Henning Strauss.
The connection between ALEA and the Schafhof was established last year when Olympic champion and Sports Commissioner for the State of Hesse, Ann Kathrin Linsenhoff, was a guest at the FOGO in Bad Orb. There she met Henning Strauss, the head of the ALEA school board. “I’ve been enthusiastic about the ALEA SCHOOL project from the very beginning. As a mother and sports representative, supporting young talent is particularly close to my heart. We are thrilled that this partnership will enable us to provide children with formative experiences that will last a lifetime at our stud farm,” says Ann Kathrin Linsenhoff.
This internationally renowned dressage stud farm is synonymous with athletic excellence, sustainable horse breeding, and first-class training. Under the leadership of the Linsenhoff-Rath family, the Schafhof has become an established name in the international equestrian sports and a training center for horses at the highest level.
A particular highlight of the partnership is the ALEA SCHOOL’s participation in the International Festhalle Horse Show in Frankfurt: there, the student body will officially open the traditional gala evening on Wednesday with a live performance of the school anthem. This allows the children to gain stage experience in a professional setting and build their confidence in public speaking.
Mentoring programm
As part of the “All About Horses” mentoring program, Matthias Rath, one of Germany’s most successful dressage riders, will visit the ALEA SCHOOL on a regular basis to inspire students of all ages to take an interest in the world of equestrian sports. The program teaches the basics of animal care, ethics, teamwork, and the bond between humans and animals. In addition, the ALEA SCHOOL’s equestrian club receives expert guidance and support from the Schafhof Stud Farm to further develop its program.
“Children who learn to take responsibility for an animal gain self-confidence and empathy,” says Matthias Rath. “I look forward to sharing these values with ALEA SCHOOL—through genuine interaction, hands-on experiences, and a healthy dose of enthusiasm for what horses can teach us.”
Clever foxes explore
A key component of the partnership is the planned field trip for all grade levels to the Kronberg stud farm. There, the children get a firsthand look at how a stud farm operates, how equestrian sports are practiced at an international level—and the dedication and discipline that go into working with horses. In the process, they also gain insights into the lives of professional athletes.
OLYMPIC CHAMPION
The connection between ALEA and the Schafhof was established last year when Olympic champion and Sports Commissioner for the State of Hesse, Ann Kathrin Linsenhoff, was a guest at the FOGO in Bad Orb. There she met Henning Strauss, the head of the ALEA school board. “I’ve been enthusiastic about the ALEA SCHOOL project from the very beginning. As a mother and sports representative, supporting young talent is particularly close to my heart. We are thrilled that this partnership will enable us to provide children with formative experiences that will last a lifetime at our stud farm,” says Ann Kathrin Linsenhoff.
“Children love horses. Our students find their greatest joy, so to speak, in their everyday school life. The partnership with the stud farm takes this to a whole new level of excellence: Schafhof is a premium partner and will inspire our students for life,” says school board member Henning Strauss.
The connection between ALEA and the Schafhof was established last year when Olympic champion and Sports Commissioner for the State of Hesse, Ann Kathrin Linsenhoff, was a guest at the FOGO in Bad Orb. There she met Henning Strauss, the head of the ALEA school board. “I’ve been enthusiastic about the ALEA SCHOOL project from the very beginning. As a mother and sports representative, supporting young talent is particularly close to my heart. We are thrilled that this partnership will enable us to provide children with formative experiences that will last a lifetime at our stud farm,” says Ann Kathrin Linsenhoff.
Since its founding in 2018, the International British Theatre School in London has been dedicated to providing high-quality training and fostering creativity in the performing arts. Its goal is to provide targeted support to young talents and give them the opportunity to develop their skills in acting, singing, and dancing. Led by experienced industry professionals, the school has earned an excellent international reputation. It combines classic British theatrical traditions with modern, international approaches, placing great emphasis on self-confidence, discipline, and teamwork. It is particularly well known for its sophisticated productions and its motivating learning environment.
At the ALEA SCHOOL Summer Camp, we’re bringing the British Theatre School to Bad Orb — and putting on real theater, just like Shakespeare. In creative workshops, students work with experienced theater educators on acting, voice, movement, and stage presence. The highlight is the final performance in front of family and friends. In this way, the students gain valuable stage experience, build their self-confidence, and experience the English language in a lively and practical way.
Since its founding in 2018, the International British Theatre School in London has been dedicated to providing high-quality training and fostering creativity in the performing arts. Its goal is to provide targeted support to young talents and give them the opportunity to develop their skills in acting, singing, and dancing. Led by experienced industry professionals, the school has earned an excellent international reputation. It combines classic British theatrical traditions with modern, international approaches, placing great emphasis on self-confidence, discipline, and teamwork. It is particularly well known for its sophisticated productions and its motivating learning environment.
At the ALEA SCHOOL Summer Camp, we’re bringing the British Theatre School to Bad Orb — and putting on real theater, just like Shakespeare. In creative workshops, students work with experienced theater educators on acting, voice, movement, and stage presence. The highlight is the final performance in front of family and friends. In this way, the students gain valuable stage experience, build their self-confidence, and experience the English language in a lively and practical way.
St Leonards School in St Andrews, located on the east coast of Scotland, is an IB World School and is considered a pioneer of the International Baccalaureate (IB). Since 2020, St Leonards has been one of only two schools in the United Kingdom to offer all four IB programmes. The school is also considered a mecca for golf—its golf academy is one of the largest and most prestigious in the world. The school is also regarded as a mecca of golf – its golf academy is one of the largest and most prestigious in the world. The school was founded in the 19th century by professors of the renowned University of St Andrews, established in 1413, making it the oldest university in Scotland and the third oldest in the United Kingdom after Oxford and Cambridge. In 1927, the Duchess of York, later known as the Queen Mother, opened the Queen Mary’s Library at St Leonards. To this day, St Leonards stands for academic excellence and holistic personal development.
As a school with an international profile, the core of ALEA SCHOOL is its bilingual curriculum. Through the immersion method—a globally recognized approach to language learning—students naturally engage with the English language not only in the classroom but also beyond it: in the hallways, in ALEA SCHOOL clubs, and during lunch in the cafeteria. To further strengthen intercultural exchange, ALEA SCHOOL has initiated partnerships with two international schools: St Leonards School in St Andrews, Scotland, and Villanova Preparatory School in California. The aim of these long-term partnerships is the conceptual and pedagogical development of ALEA SCHOOL through knowledge and methodological exchange, as well as teacher exchange programmes. Student exchange programmes are also planned. A first visit by the ALEA school community to St Leonards School in Scotland is already scheduled for May 2026.
The clever foxes Amber and Oak are traveling to Scotland — specifically to the ALEA’s partner school, St. Leonards. The new episode The Book of Friendship playfully conveys the philosophy of ALEA SCHOOL: to educate young people as global citizens and socially engaged individuals. Intercultural exchange is the central theme of this episode.
St Leonards School in St Andrews, located on the east coast of Scotland, is an IB World School and is considered a pioneer of the International Baccalaureate (IB). Since 2020, St Leonards has been one of only two schools in the United Kingdom to offer all four IB programmes. The school is also regarded as a mecca of golf – its golf academy is one of the largest and most prestigious in the world. The school was founded in the 19th century by professors of the renowned University of St Andrews, established in 1413, making it the oldest university in Scotland and the third oldest in the United Kingdom after Oxford and Cambridge. In 1927, the Duchess of York, later known as the Queen Mother, opened the Queen Mary’s Library at St Leonards. To this day, St Leonards stands for academic excellence and holistic personal development.
As a school with an international profile, the core of ALEA SCHOOL is its bilingual curriculum. Through the immersion method—a globally recognized approach to language learning—students naturally engage with the English language not only in the classroom but also beyond it: in the hallways, in ALEA SCHOOL clubs, and during lunch in the cafeteria. To further strengthen intercultural exchange, ALEA SCHOOL has initiated partnerships with two international schools: St Leonards School in St Andrews, Scotland, and Villanova Preparatory School in California. The aim of these long-term partnerships is the conceptual and pedagogical development of ALEA SCHOOL through knowledge and methodological exchange, as well as teacher exchange programmes. Student exchange programmes are also planned. A first visit by the ALEA school community to St Leonards School in Scotland is already scheduled for May 2026.
The clever foxes Amber and Oak are traveling to Scotland—specifically to ALEA’s partner school, St Leonards. The new episode The Book of Friendship playfully conveys the philosophy of ALEA SCHOOL: to educate young people as global citizens and socially engaged individuals. Intercultural exchange is the central theme of this episode.
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Do you want to
support ALEA SCHOOL?
We put together your sponsorship package!
Contact our ALEA SCHOOL sponsors & partners team.
Niklas Horst
Head of Sponsors & Partners
6050 9710 1804
Niklas.Horst@alea.school
In principle, anyone can apply for a scholarship. The award committee will take various criteria into account when selecting the scholarship holders: First and foremost, the economic eligibility of an applicant family. This is based on the average household income (approx. €70,000) in the Main-Kinzig district and the applicant confirms that they have a lower household income. Voluntary commitment, special achievements or a particularly convincing application are also taken into account.
When applying for a scholarship, applicants must provide basic information, a letter of motivation and a letter of recommendation from a (class) teacher. After submission, the awarding committee will review the application and contact the applicants regarding the next steps.
At the present moment, two scholarship programs have already been confirmed.
Further scholarship programs are currently being developed.
There will be both full and partial scholarships. Depending on the type of scholarship, either all or part of the school fees will be covered by the scholarship. Both scholarship models cover tuition fees up to the 10th grade to the extent indicated.