All the different "states" in Germany, sort of like in the US, have their own little variety of the school system. School generally begins at 8:00. At about 10:30 students take a snack or sandwich break. Elementary school is out for the day at noon. Secondary schools run about an hour longer.
The subjects that are taught in this school are: math, reading, writing, science and German along with gym and music. Religion is also a part of the school day. German law says that all children must have religious training until they are 14 years old. In the last 3 years of school, you can choose some subjects and drop others. There are generally no uniform requirements at any German school, other than possibly at some private boarding schools.
Many schools offers a wide variety of after school activities. The most popular afternoon activities are: basketball, rugby, tennis, chess, gymnastics, soccer, photography and debate.
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German schools in general. The system goes from K-13.
After a German student turns 10 years old, there are three different types of schools that they can choose to attend. A traditional school is called a Gymnasium, which is a middle/high school for people who want to go to college. There are also special schools called a Hauptschule, similar to a middle school and a Realschule where students learn technical and work skills.