Otto-Hahn-Gymnasium Karlsruhe

What Otto-Hahn-Gymnasium Karlsruhe does

Otto-Hahn-Gymnasium (OHG) Karlsruhe is a public academic secondary school founded in 1969 in the Waldstadt district of Karlsruhe, Germany. It is operated by the state of Baden-Württemberg (Land Baden-Württemberg), with the City of Karlsruhe acting as the local school sponsor (Schulträger) through its Schul- und Sportamt, and is regulated by the Regierungspräsidium Karlsruhe. The school serves more than 1,000 students in grades 5–12 with approximately 100 teaching staff, offering the Abitur (university entrance qualification) through four profile tracks chosen in grade 8 — Naturwissenschaft & Technik (NwT), Informatik/Mathematik/Physik (IMP, since 2018), Sprachprofil, and Sportprofil — plus a Vorbereitungsklasse (VKL) for non-German-speaking children up to age 12 and an extensive extracurricular ecosystem (over a dozen Arbeitsgemeinschaften, BOGY career orientation, Sozialpraktikum, and student exchanges with the USA, France, Spain, Italy, and England).

The school's technology layer is a conventional EdTech stack rather than a proprietary platform: a 1:1 iPad program from grade 9, digital whiteboards in grades 7–12, ten Fachräume (subject-specific rooms) with computer/projector/visualizer, internally hosted Moodle (moodle.ohg-ka.de), WebUntis (oh-gym.webuntis.com), i-NET-Menue for canteen ordering, and Sdui for teacher/student communication. As a state institution, OHG does not generate commercial revenue. Its funding flows from the Baden-Württemberg education budget via the Stadt Karlsruhe; the only direct family contribution is voluntary Fördergemeinschaft membership at a minimum 12 EUR per family annually.

Strategically, OHG has positioned itself as one of Germany's dual-career elite-sport institutions: DFB "Eliteschule des Fussballs" since 2007 (one of 35 nationally) and DOSB "Eliteschule des Sports" since 2014, supporting over 100 elite athletes across 15+ sports via morning training, tutoring, and a full-time Leistungssport coordinator in cooperation with OSP Rhein-Neckar, Karlsruher SC, and ten regional sport federations. It also holds the "Schule ohne Rassismus – Schule mit Courage" designation (since November 27, 2017), reflecting a student body drawn from over 40 nationalities.

Name

Otto-Hahn-Gymnasium Karlsruhe

Legal name

Otto-Hahn-Gymnasium Karlsruhe

Website

https://ohg-ka.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Public Gymnasium in Karlsruhe, Germany, serving over 1,000 students in grades 5–12 with approximately 100 teaching staff. Founded in 1969, designated a DOSB Elite Sports School (2014) and DFB Elite Football School (2007), offering Abitur preparation across four profile tracks.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Secondary Education

NAICS

All Other Schools and Instruction (61169)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Classical Education K–12 Schools (EDAJABAF)

Keywords

• Public secondary education
• Gymnasium abitur program
• Elite sports school
• University preparatory education
• Career orientation programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Karlsruhe, Baden

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Public Funding: State-funded public school operated by Land Baden-Württemberg, represented by the school, with Stadt Karlsruhe as school sponsor (Schulträger). Core funding from government education budget.
2. Fördergemeinschaft Membership Fees: Voluntary membership fees for the parent support association (Förderverein). Minimum annual fee of 12 EUR. Funds support educational materials, school inventory, student exchange programs, and SMV activities.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Otto-Hahn-Gymnasium Karlsruhe is a public secondary school (Gymnasium) offering university-preparatory education from grades 5 to 12, culminating in the Abitur qualification. The school delivers four distinct academic profiles (Naturwissenschaft & Technik, IMP, Sprachprofil, and Sportprofil), a preparatory class for international students, and an elite sports program recognized by DOSB and DFB, supplemented by international exchanges, after-school clubs, and a digital learning infrastructure based on Moodle and WebUntis.

Product overview

Otto-Hahn-Gymnasium Karlsruhe is a public secondary school (Gymnasium) in Karlsruhe, Germany, with approximately 1,000 students and 100 teachers. Founded in 1969, it operates as a comprehensive general-education gymnasium offering a structured academic program from grades 5 to 12 culminating in the Abitur. The school is organized around four profile tracks (Naturwissenschaft & Technik, IMP, Sprachprofil, and Sportprofil) that students choose in grade 8, complemented by a preparatory class for immigrant children, an elite sports program (Eliteschule des Sports since 2014, Eliteschule des Fussballs since 2007), and a rich ecosystem of after-school clubs, exchange programs, and career orientation. Digitally, the school operates WebUntis for scheduling and Moodle for learning management, alongside an online canteen ordering system (i-NET-Menue) and the Sdui communication app. The school is also designated 'Schule ohne Rassismus – Schule mit Courage.'

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• NwT – Naturwissenschaft und Technik Profile A grade 8 onward subject profile that integrates biology, physics, chemistry, and earth sciences through a project-based, hands-on curriculum emphasizing experimentation and technical applications. Targeted at students seeking STEM-focused university preparation.
• IMP – Informatik, Mathematik und Physik Profile Profile subject combining computer science, mathematics, and physics, preparing students for life in a digital society with content including app development, game programming, and astrophysics. Targeted at students from grade 8 onward.
• Sprachprofil (Language Profile) A language profile offering English (from grade 5), French or Latin (from grade 6), and Spanish (from grade 8), promoting intercultural understanding and reading culture. Targeted at students interested in multilingual education.
• Sportprofil (Sports Profile) A sports profile for grades 8-12 covering team sports (football, handball, basketball, volleyball) and individual sports (athletics, gymnastics, swimming, dance), with theoretical components in training science and methodology. Established in 1996.
• Vorbereitungsklasse (VKL – Preparatory Class) A dedicated integration class for children up to age 12 who have arrived from abroad, providing intensive German language instruction before transition into regular classes. Piloted from October 4, 2016. First VKL at any Karlsruhe Gymnasium.
• Leistungssport (Elite Sports Program) Structured elite sports program designated as 'Eliteschule des Sports' (DOSB since 2014) and 'Eliteschule des Fussballs' (DFB since 2007), supporting over 100 athletes across 12+ sports with morning training sessions, academic tutoring, and individual coordination.
• Schüleraustauschprogramme (Student Exchange Programs) International exchange programs including a USA exchange (Litchfield, Minnesota, since 2006), France exchanges (Collège Saint-Didier and Sainte-Thérèse), Spain exchange (Colegio Inmaculada Jesuitas, Alicante, since 2019), Italy exchange (Vicenza), and England study trips (Brighton).
• Schulmensa mit Online-Bestellsystem (School Canteen with Online Ordering) The school canteen operates on a cook-and-chill basis offering three hot meals and one salad option daily from 12:30 to 14:15. Meals are ordered via the i-NET-Menue online system and must be pre-ordered by 11:00 the previous day.
• Hausaufgabenbetreuung (Homework Supervision) Free homework supervision for grades 5-7, running Monday to Friday from 13:10 to 15:00, led by teachers and senior students. Provides a structured learning environment for completing daily assignments.
• BOGY – Berufsorientierung am Gymnasium (Career Orientation) A comprehensive career and study orientation program spanning grades 8-12, including workplace visits, BIZ (career information centre) visits, application training with Sparkasse Karlsruhe, workshops with init SE, and individual sessions with the Employment Agency's counselor.
• Bogy-Praktikum (Vocational Placement in Grade 10) A one-week vocational internship in grade 10 providing in-depth workplace experience in a chosen field, following preliminary career orientation activities in grades 8 and 9.
• Sozialpraktikum (Social Internship) A one-week mandatory social internship in grade 9 where students work in social institutions such as nursing homes, hospitals, inclusive facilities, disability workshops, and homeless shelters, supported by religion and ethics teachers.
• Arbeitsgemeinschaften (After-School Clubs) Over a dozen after-school clubs spanning sports (football, handball, volleyball, dance, gymnastics, climbing), arts (theater, Cajon, guitar, graphic design, crafts, reading), languages (French club, Italian, Latin plus), and special interest areas (mathematics, project/social-AG, school technology, first aid).

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 100 elite athletes across 15+ sports currently supported
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration6 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

27 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Colegio Inmaculada Jesuitas, Alicante, SpanienminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Exchange program for 10th graders with Spanish profile. Students live with host families for one week, attend Spanish school, and participate in cultural activities. Return visit by Spanish students.
• Deutscher Olympischer Sportbund (DOSB)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2014German Olympic Sports Confederation designated OHG as 'Eliteschule des Sports' recognizing exemplary dual career support for competitive athletes.
• Karlsruher Sportclub (KSC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2007Professional football club cooperating on elite football training. KSC coaches provide morning training sessions (2x weekly for grades 8+) at Wildparkstadion and OHG facilities. Jörg Faustmann serves as both KSC pedagogical director and OHG Leistungssportkoordinator.
• Deutscher Fußball-Bund (DFB)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2007German Football Association grants Elite Football School status and provides annual funding for training materials, qualified pedagogical afternoon supervision, and competition equipment.
• Badischer FußballverbandcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2007Regional football association supporting football elite training program and talent identification.
• Litchfield High School, Minnesota, USAcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2006Partnership school since 2006. 20 students from grades 10-11 spend 3 weeks with host families, attending American high school. Includes trips to Minneapolis, St. Paul, and New York. Return visit by American students follows.
• init SEcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational IT company based in Karlsruhe providing career orientation support. Employees accompany school projects, offer practice-oriented workshops, and provide insights into various IT career fields as part of BOGY (Berufsorientierung am Gymnasium) program.
• Bundesagentur für Arbeit (Federal Employment Agency)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCareer and study counselor Frau Herzog supports students individually in finding suitable study programs or training paths. Provides regular consultations and information events. Available as contact even after school graduation.
• Sparkasse KarlsruhecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYouth Foundation of Sparkasse Karlsruhe cooperates on application training. Students practice authentic self-presentation, creating professional application documents, and constructive feedback handling through realistic interview simulations.
• Badischer SportbundcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional sports federation cooperating on Übungsleiter C-Lizenz (coach license) training. Students in sport profile grades 8-10 can earn state-recognized coaching license through exam preparation courses at Sportschule Schöneck.
• OSP Rhein-Neckar (Olympic Base)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClose cooperation with Olympic training base for elite athlete support and development.
• SSC KarlsruhecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSports club cooperation for rhythmic gymnastics, tennis, and volleyball training. Facilities used for specialized sports training.
• Kunstturnregion Karlsruhe (KRK)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional gymnastics association providing elite gymnastics training and talent development.
• SGRK (Schwimmgemeinschaft)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSwimming club cooperation for competitive swimming training at Fächerbad.
• Budo-Club KarlsruhecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJudo training cooperation at 'Alte Reithalle' for elite judoka.
• Rheinbrüder KarlsruhecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCanoe club cooperation for canoeing elite training at Rheinhafen.
• LG Region KarlsruhecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAthletics club cooperation for track and field training at OHG facilities.
• Badischer Handball-VerbandcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional handball association cooperation for elite handball training at Wildparkhalle.
• Badischer Tischtennis-VerbandminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional table tennis association cooperation for training at OHG.
• Internationaler Bund (IB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSocial organization supporting integration programs for VKL (preparatory class) students transitioning to regular classes with additional support services.
• Deutsches Rotes Kreuz BruchsalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFirst aid training provider for school paramedic service (Schulsanitätsdienst) training in cooperation.
• Björn-Steiger-StiftungminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides CPR training mannequins for all 7th grade students to learn heart-lung resuscitation and AED usage.
• Collège Sainte-Thérèse, Ecouen & Collège Saint-Didier, Villiers Le Bel, FrankreichminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerExchange with two private schools in Greater Paris area (class 8 students). One-week homestay experience with French partner students.
• Schule in Vicenza, ItalienminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing exchange program with Italian school. German students visit in fall, host Italian students in spring, with trips to Venice, Verona, or Padua.
• Hector-SeminarminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperation for gifted student enrichment programs and competitions beyond regular curriculum.
• Tulla-Realschule, Ernst-Reuter-Schule, Engelbert-Bohn BerufsschulecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership school network (Verbundssystem) within the Elite Football School network in Karlsruhe, enabling coordinated talent development and educational pathways.
• Schillerschule KarlsruheminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFormer cooperation partner in VKL (preparatory class) pilot project. OHG now operates VKL independently.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Lessing-Gymnasium Karlsruhe: Another long-established public Gymnasium in Karlsruhe offering comparable Abitur pathways and extracurricular breadth. Directly competes with OHG for the same regional student pool during the March enrollment window.
• Poelchau-Schule Berlin: Berlin-based Eliteschule des Sports combining Abitur-level academics with elite athlete support. Comparable in mission, regulatory designation, and dual-career programming to OHG.
• Helmholtz-Gymnasium Karlsruhe: Major Karlsruhe Gymnasium with a comparable academic profile and STEM focus. Competes for the same inbound 5th-grade cohort and parents evaluating city-level Gymnasium options.
• Friedrich-Schiller-Gymnasium Marbach am Neckar: Baden-Württemberg Eliteschule des Sports with a comparable dual-career model for elite youth athletes. Most regionally relevant peer given the shared state funding framework and elite sports designation.
• Helene-Lange-Schule Wiesbaden: Eliteschule des Sports in Hessen supporting dual-career athletes across multiple disciplines. Comparable as another DOSB-designated elite sports school with similar JtfO participation and academic profile offerings.
• Sportgymnasium Schwerin: State-funded elite sports Gymnasium in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern with similar dual-career structure. Comparable in scale, athlete support intensity, and JtfO participation.
• Bertolt-Brecht-Gymnasium Dresden: Saxony-based Eliteschule des Sports offering Abitur preparation alongside elite athlete development. Comparable across academic profile breadth and elite sports designation.
• Hebel-Gymnasium Karlsruhe: Public Karlsruhe Gymnasium offering Abitur preparation and profile-based specialization. Directly competes for local enrollment and shares the same Schulträger (Stadt Karlsruhe).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

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