As a “STEM-friendly school,” we place great emphasis on fostering our students’ interest and skills in the fields of mathematics, computer science, natural sciences, and technology (STEM). Through hands-on and innovative teaching methods, we offer them not only a solid theoretical education but also numerous opportunities to directly apply their knowledge through experiments, projects, and interactive learning environments.
The Phorms Science Center is an extracurricular program designed to foster a love of discovery, a spirit of inquiry, and a general interest in STEM.
Students enjoy greater freedom in planning and conducting experiments, learn more about careers in STEM, participate in competitions, and are prepared for internships. They have the opportunity to further develop their practical skills and strengthen their problem-solving abilities.
The program is free for all Phorms students, while external children and teenagers pay a fee of 120€ per semester, which covers all materials and fees.
Afternoon program for internal and external students
Field trips are a central component of high school education, as they link theoretical knowledge with practical experience and bring learning to life. By visiting learning sites outside of school, students develop a deeper understanding of scientific and social contexts. Field trips not only foster subject-specific skills but also encourage curiosity, independence, and help students explore potential academic and career paths.
Photo Credit: Experimenta
Phorms Frankfurt is a partner school of Goethe University Frankfurt. We have particularly close ties with the university’s science departments. Students in the E-Phase participate in “Science Day,” 10th graders take part in a workshop on radioactivity, and Q4 students attend a workshop on nuclear physics. All of this is part of our collaboration with Goethe University.
The career guidance coordinator also maintains regular contact with the representatives responsible for school relations in the individual departments and institutes (including Analytik Jena). This ensures that our students are prepared for current, relevant developments in academic education.
Since 2019, our school has regularly participated in the renowned German STEM competition “Jugend forscht.”
“Jugend forscht” is Germany’s best-known competition for young talent. Its goal is to inspire children and teenagers to take an interest in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics), as well as to identify and nurture young talent. Participants work on projects addressing questions of their own choosing within the STEM field. They then write a report and present their findings to the competition jury.
Nationwide, more than 120 competitions are held per round at the regional, state, and national levels. The winners of the regional competitions advance to the state competition. The state winners of “Jugend forscht” then go on to compete in the national finals.
This certification confirms our commitment to forward-looking education and the continuous development of our digital infrastructure. With expert support and based on the “Guidelines for Digital Schools,” we are constantly expanding our educational concepts, refining our school’s profile, and promoting innovative learning methods. This award encourages us to continue driving digitalization forward and to offer our students the best possible preparation for a digital future.
Thanks to the "DigitalPakt Schule", we have comprehensively modernized our IT infrastructure. High-speed Wi-Fi ensures a stable internet connection in all classrooms. Every classroom is equipped with tablets and interactive whiteboards, which make learning more varied and personalized. Digital learning platforms allow our students to access course materials even at home. In this way, we combine traditional education with modern technologies to create a contemporary learning experience.
I'm happy to tell you more about our STEM program.
Dr. Audrey Schollier
Head of the STEM Department & Head of the Physics Department
