Schulzentrum

What Schulzentrum does

Oberschule an der Lerchenstraße (trading as Schulzentrum / Die Lerche) is a public secondary school (Oberschule) operated by the state of Bremen, Germany, serving students from grade 5 through the upper secondary level (grades 11–13) leading to the Abitur university entrance qualification. The school delivers a comprehensive curriculum across languages (German, English, Latin, French, Russian), STEM/MINT subjects (Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science), social sciences, sports, arts, and music, supplemented by four differentiated upper-secondary profiles (International Sport Management, Journalism, Communication and Design, Active Living – Body and Mind).

The institution differentiates itself through a structured portfolio of eight student-run enterprises (Schülerfirmen) covering e-commerce, woodwork, sustainability, cosmetics, books, social services, event technology, and catering, alongside extracurricular programs including UNESCO-associated school activities, inclusive education (Gemeinsam Leben Lernen), career orientation (Berufliche Orientierung), youth research competitions (Jugend forscht), and an international exchange partnership with a school in Darlington. Support services include the Zentrum für unterstützende Pädagogik (ZuP) and Schulsozialarbeit.

As a publicly funded German educational institution, Schulzentrum does not charge tuition and generates no commercial revenue. Operations are funded entirely by the state of Bremen through the regional education budget, with students enrolled via standard public school placement processes. The school employs 23 staff and is governed through standard school administration structures including a school leadership team, parent representatives (Schulelternsprecher/in), and a school association (Schulverein). Distribution of educational services occurs exclusively within the Bremen regional market through state-managed enrollment channels.

Name

Schulzentrum

Legal name

Oberschule an der Lerchenstraße

Website

https://lerchenstrasse.schule.bremen.de

Company type

Public

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Oberschule an der Lerchenstraße (Schulzentrum) is a publicly funded secondary school in Bremen, Germany, offering grades 5–13 with Abitur preparation, four specialized upper-secondary profiles, eight student-run enterprises, and UNESCO-associated programs, serving students and families under state education authority oversight.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Physical Education & Health Instruction (EDAJAFAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Outdoor Education & Adventure Programs (School-Run) (EDAJAJAJ)

Keywords

• Secondary education
• Public school programs
• Upper secondary profiles
• Vocational orientation
• Student enterprises

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Others

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The Oberschule an der Lerchenstraße is a public secondary school in Bremen, Germany offering tuition-free secondary education from grades 5 through 13, combining the Oberschule track (grades 5–10) with a gymnasiale Oberstufe (grades 11–13) leading to the Abitur. The school delivers instruction across Languages, MINT (Math/Science/Computer Science), Society, Sports, Arts and Music, and supplements academics with four specialised upper-secondary profiles (International Sports Management, Journalism, Communication and Design, Active Living), eight student-run businesses (Schülerfirmen), and support programs including UNESCO affiliation, inclusive education (GLL), vocational orientation (Berufliche Orientierung), and youth research (Jugend forscht).

Product overview

Oberschule an der Lerchenstraße is a German secondary school offering comprehensive general education from grades 5-13. The school provides a unified platform consisting of core academic subjects (Languages, MINT/Science, Society, Sports, Arts, Music) combined with practical programs including eight student-run businesses (Schülerfirmen) and four specialized upper secondary profiles (A-D profiles focused on Sport Management, Journalism, Communication & Design, and Active Living). Additional offerings include UNESCO membership, inclusive education (GLL), career orientation, and youth research programs. The school serves as a comprehensive educational institution rather than a technology product company.

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Products and services

• General Secondary Education Programs (Oberschule an der Lerchenstraße) Comprehensive secondary education covering grades 5–13, combining the Oberschule track (grades 5–10) with a gymnasiale Oberstufe (grades 11–13) leading to the Abitur. Subjects include Languages (German, English, Latin, French, Russian), MINT (Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Computer Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics), Society (Politics, History, Geography, Religion, Philosophy, Psychology, Economics), plus Sports, Art, and Music. For students in Bremen, Germany.
• Upper Secondary Profiles (Oberstufenprofile A–D) Four differentiated upper-secondary profiles for grades 11–13: A-Profil (International Sports Management), B-Profil (Journalism), C-Profil (Communication and Design), and D-Profil (Active Life — Body and Mind). Each profile combines subject-specific curriculum with practical projects and prepares students for the Abitur. For students choosing specialised tracks in upper secondary.
• Student Firms (Schülerfirmen) A program of eight student-run businesses providing practical entrepreneurship experience: Online-Shop, Lerchenholz (woodwork), Lerchengrün (sustainability), Schöne Lerche (beauty/cosmetics), Bücherlerche (books), Helfende Lerche (social services), Veranstaltungstechnik (event technology), and Leckere Lerche (food/catering). For enrolled students seeking hands-on business experience.
• Vocational Orientation Program (Berufliche Orientierung) Program supporting students' career and vocational orientation, including guidance toward higher education and career pathways. For students preparing for the transition from school to further education or work.
• Inclusive Education Program (Gemeinsam Leben Lernen / GLL) Inclusive education program supporting students with diverse learning needs, combined with Zentrum für unterstützende Pädagogik (ZuP) and Schulsozialarbeit (school social work) services. For students requiring differentiated learning support.
• UNESCO-Associated School Program UNESCO-affiliated school program integrating international understanding, human rights education, intercultural learning, and global citizenship into the curriculum. For students enrolled at the school.
• Darlington International School Exchange International school exchange program with a partner school in Darlington, enabling students to participate in cultural exchange and international educational experiences. For upper-secondary students.
• Student Newspaper (Lerchenzeitung) Student-run newspaper hosted at lerchenzeitung.com, publishing news, articles and content about school life and current events. Produced by students of the school.
• Supportive Pedagogy Center (Zentrum für unterstützende Pädagogik / ZuP) Center for Supportive Pedagogy offering targeted learning support to students with diverse pedagogical needs. For students requiring supplementary learning assistance.
• Youth Research Program (Jugend forscht) School program supporting student participation in the national Jugend forscht youth science competition, encouraging STEM research projects. For students interested in scientific research.

Quantifiable outcome

• Student Lotte Witthus won a Bundespreis (federal prize) in the 73rd European Competition, one of only 16 nationwide winners from approximately 75,000 entries
• +2 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Fröbel-KindergartenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe school partners with Fröbel-Kindergarten for community outreach projects. Students in the upper school E-phase profiles organized a sports day for preschool children from this kindergarten, demonstrating the school's commitment to community engagement and experiential learning.
• EDEKA DamerowminorOthersEDEKA Damerow provided sponsorship for the sports fest organized for kindergarten children, supplying food and refreshments for participants.
• Darlington School ExchangecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational school exchange partnership with Darlington, allowing students to participate in cultural exchange programs and international educational experiences.
• UNESCOcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe school holds UNESCO-associated status, demonstrating commitment to international understanding, human rights education, intercultural learning, and global citizenship principles integrated into the curriculum.

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Helene-Lange-Schule Wiesbaden: German secondary school with UNESCO-associated status and a profile-based Oberstufe — directly comparable in mission (international education, profile differentiation, UNESCO membership) to Oberschule an der Lerchenstraße.
• Lessing-Gymnasium Frankfurt: Established German Gymnasium offering a comprehensive grades 5–13 curriculum with profile specialization — comparable in grade span, academic depth, and broad extracurricular model to Lerchenstraße.

Regional players

• Hermann-Böse-Gymnasium: Well-known Bremen Gymnasium competing for the same secondary-school applicant pool in Bremen — comparable in location and grades 5–13 academic offering.
• Oberschule Findorff: Another Bremen Oberschule serving the same local catchment — directly comparable in school type, governance (public Bremen school), and student demographics.
• Schulzentrum an der Ronzelenstraße: Bremen Schulzentrum operating multiple school types on one campus — comparable as a public Bremen secondary-school complex sharing the same funding authority and regional student base.

Others

• UNESCO Associated Schools Network (ASPnet): Global UNESCO network of 11,000+ schools integrating international education — provides the peer cohort against which Lerchenstraße's UNESCO programming is benchmarked.
• Deutsche UNESCO-Kommission: National coordinating body for the UNESCO Associated Schools Network in Germany — relevant as the institutional counterpart overseeing Lerchenstraße's UNESCO status and programming.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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