Burg-Gymnasium Schorndorf

What Burg-Gymnasium Schorndorf does

Burg-Gymnasium Schorndorf is a public secondary school (Gymnasium) located at Hinter der Burg 6, 73614 Schorndorf, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Founded in 1974 with 26 teachers, 11 classes, and 365 founding students, the school now serves approximately 900 students across grades 5 through 13 (Abitur), and celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2024. The current principal (Schulleiter) is OStD Marcus Vornhusen.

The school's core offering is standard Gymnasium education preparing students for the Abitur university entrance qualification, supplemented by several specialized programs: a Bilingual English track (Bilingualer Zug), an IMP profile (Informatik, Mathematik, Physik) for STEM-oriented students, a UNESCO-Projektschule designation with associated project days and an UNESCO-Atelier, and a recently launched NWT (Naturwissenschaft und Technik) Basisfach. Additional programs include a theater program with Staatstheater Stuttgart collaborations, Ganztagesbetreuung (all-day care), Berufsorientierung (career orientation) through Bildungspartner, prevention programs (substance abuse, bullying), a Schule ohne Rassismus initiative, international exchange programs (Ghana/Tema since 2012, France), Begabtenförderung and academic competitions (Känguru, Jugend trainiert für Olympia), and Schulsozialarbeit. The school holds MINT-freundliche Schule and Jugendbegleiterschule certifications and participates in the Fairtrade Town Schorndorf initiative.

The underlying technology stack consists of standard off-the-shelf German school IT platforms: IServ for internal communication and administration, Moodle as the learning management system, WebUntis for scheduling, and Filr for cloud file storage. All data is hosted on servers of the Stadt Schorndorf with SSL encryption and VPN access for sensitive categories. The school is entirely publicly funded by the State of Baden-Württemberg and the City of Schorndorf, with education provided free of charge to students; supplementary support flows from the BG-Freundeskreis (Friends of BG) alumni/parent association. The school underwent a major building replacement, with the old building demolished in 2015 and the new building officially opened in September 2018. The institution has no parent company, no subsidiaries, no venture funding, and operates as a standalone government entity within the German state education system.

Name

Burg-Gymnasium Schorndorf

Legal name

Burg-Gymnasium Schorndorf

Website

https://bg-schorndorf.de

Company type

Public

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Burg-Gymnasium Schorndorf is a public German secondary school (Gymnasium) in Schorndorf, Baden-Württemberg, serving approximately 900 students in grades 5–13 with the Abitur qualification, offering bilingual, STEM/IMP, and UNESCO programs. The school is publicly funded by the State of Baden-Württemberg and the City of Schorndorf.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAJAAAD

Public High Schools

Education/K–12 / Primary & Secondary Education/Public K–12 Schools & Districts

SECONDARYEDAJAAAF

Public Magnet & Specialty Schools (STEM/Arts/IB/CTE)

Education/K–12 / Primary & Secondary Education/Public K–12 Schools & Districts

Keywords

• Secondary education services
• Gymnasium education programs
• Bilingual secondary education
• STEM secondary education
• After-school care services

Headquarters

HQ city

Schorndorf

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Public Education Funding: As a public school (Öffentliche Schule) in Germany, the Burg-Gymnasium is funded entirely by government sources at the state (Land Baden-Württemberg) and municipal (Stadt Schorndorf) levels. Education is provided free of charge to students. The school also receives donations through the BG-Freundeskreis (Friends of BG association).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Burg-Gymnasium Schorndorf provides free public secondary education for students in grades 5 through 12/13, culminating in the Abitur university entrance qualification. The school offers specialized academic tracks including a Bilingual English program, IMP STEM profile (Informatics, Mathematics, Physics), and operates as a UNESCO Project School focused on sustainable development, international understanding, and human rights education. Supporting services include all-day care (Ganztagesbetreuung), cafeteria, school social work, career orientation, theater programs, international exchange programs, and talent development through academic competitions.

Product overview

Burg-Gymnasium Schorndorf is a public secondary school (Gymnasium) offering comprehensive educational services from grades 5 through Abitur (year 13). The school operates as a unified educational institution providing standard gymnasium instruction supplemented by specialized programs including the Bilingual English Track, IMP STEM track (Informatics, Mathematics, Physics), and UNESCO Project School designation. Additional offerings include theater programs, all-day care services, career orientation, anti-racism initiatives, international exchange programs (Ghana, France), prevention programs, talent development opportunities, school social work, and cafeteria services. The school also holds MINT-friendly school certification recognizing its STEM education commitment. Students access learning platforms including Moodle, Untis (scheduling), IServ (communication), and Filr (cloud storage).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Standard Gymnasium Education Comprehensive secondary education for students in grades 5 through 13 (Klassen 5-10 plus Oberstufe/Jahrgangsstufe 1-2), preparing students for the Abitur university entrance examination. Provided free of charge to enrolled students.
• Bilingualer Zug Englisch (Bilingual English Program) A bilingual track where students receive instruction in both German and English, providing enhanced language proficiency and international preparation. Designed for students seeking advanced English-language competence alongside the standard Gymnasium curriculum.
• IMP - Informatik Mathematik Physik A specialized STEM program (Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics) offered as part of the school's academic profile, emphasizing natural sciences and technology. Recognized with MINT-freundliche Schule certification in 2024.
• Ganztagesbetreuung (All-Day Care) Extended care services for students including supervised lunch, homework assistance (Hausaufgabenbetreuung), and structured afternoon activities. Managed by Frau Martini-Cherchi and Frau Roeske.
• Berufsorientierung - Bildungspartner (Career Orientation Program) Career guidance program connecting students with industry partners for practical exposure, internships, and vocational preparation. Designed to support students transitioning from school to university or professional career paths.
• International Exchange Programs Student exchange programs including partnerships with schools in Ghana (Tema) and France, promoting intercultural understanding and global learning. The Ghana-AK (Arbeitskreis) student organization supports these activities.
• Mensa (Cafeteria) On-site cafeteria service providing meals for students during the school day.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 43,000 km cycled during Stadtradeln 2025, winning 1st place in Schorndorf and 3rd place in statewide Schulradeln ranking
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• UNESCOcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial UNESCO Associated Schools Network member since the school's founding in 1974. Implements UNESCO's educational pillars through regular UNESCO project days (UNESCO-Projekttage), UNESCO-Atelier program, and commitment to Education for Sustainable Development, International Understanding, and Human Rights Education.
• Partnership School in Tema, GhanacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing partnership with school in Tema, Ghana since 2012. BG transfers €2,500 annually through BG-Award program to support education for financially disadvantaged students. Students have participated in Ghana exchange visits. The partnership includes the Ghana-AK (Arbeitskreis) student organization.
• Sportgemeinschaft Schorndorf (Budo-Abteilung)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperation with Budo section for Judo/Jiu-Jitsu self-defense AG. The sports club provides training expertise and examination certification through the German Judo Association. SG Schorndorf donated T-shirts for AG participants.
• Stadt Schorndorf (City of Schorndorf)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerThe city provides and maintains the server infrastructure for the school's website and digital services. All school data is stored on city servers, and the IT administration is handled through the city's technical infrastructure.
• Polizei Schorndorf (Schorndorf Police)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerCollaborates on traffic safety initiatives including bicycle safety checks ('Aktiv zur Schule' program), providing police officers to conduct safety inspections of student bicycles.
• Landeszentrale für politische Bildung Baden-WürttembergminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for civic education programs including 'Schule trifft Rathaus' project bringing students into contact with local government, and participation in their student competitions.
• Staatstheater StuttgartminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTheater-AG students visit productions at Staatstheater Stuttgart including 'Die unendliche Geschichte' and 'Pünktchen und Anton' as educational enrichment activities.
• LIONS Clubs Limes-Rems und WinterbachminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSupported the school's Büchershow (book show) event through financial assistance for book purchases, helping acquire new literature for students.
• Bürgle Gymnasium SchorndorfminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNeighboring school where classes were housed during the 2015-2018 reconstruction period of BG's main building.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Helmholtz-Gymnasium Heidelberg: Heidelberg Gymnasium and long-standing UNESCO Project School with strong STEM and international programs; directly comparable to BG in its UNESCO designation, differentiated STEM tracks, and academic-track orientation.
• Bürgle Gymnasium Schorndorf: Neighboring Gymnasium in Schorndorf that hosted BG's classes during the 2015-2018 reconstruction; serves the same city and catchment with a comparable Gymnasium curriculum, making it the closest direct peer for student competition in the local market.

Broad incumbents

• Karlsgymnasium Stuttgart: Stuttgart public Gymnasium offering standard Abitur preparation with a broad extracurricular profile; comparable to BG as a Baden-Württemberg state secondary school competing for similar university-bound student cohorts.
• Eberhard-Ludwigs-Gymnasium Stuttgart: Established Stuttgart Gymnasium with a long-standing reputation and broad academic profile; comparable as a Baden-Württemberg public secondary school preparing for Abitur, though operating in a larger urban catchment.
• Dillmann-Gymnasium Stuttgart: Stuttgart public Gymnasium with strong bilingual and international tracks; comparable to BG's Bilingualer Zug program and UNESCO-style international orientation, though serving a larger urban catchment.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/bgschorndorf
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/burg-gymnasium-schorndorf

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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