Wilhelm-Merton-Schule

What Wilhelm-Merton-Schule does

Wilhelm-Merton-Schule is a public vocational and adult education institution (Körperschaft des öffentlichen Rechts) owned and operated by the city of Frankfurt am Main, located at Andreaestraße 24 in the Bornheim district. It operates six distinct school forms: dual-vocational Berufsschule tracks for Kaufleute für Büromanagement and Sport- und Fitnesskaufleute; a Fachschule für Betriebswirtschaft conferring the Staatlich geprüfte/r Betriebswirt/in (Bachelor Professional) qualification at NQR/EQR Level 6 with specializations in Controlling, Finanzwirtschaft, Marketing, and Personalwirtschaft; Abendhauptschule and Abendrealschule evening programs for adults; InteA language integration for recently arrived migrants aged 16-20, where the school is the designated Schwerpunktschule for the Frankfurt area; and Bildungsgänge zur Berufsvorbereitung (BzB) in Gastronomie, Wirtschaft, and Wirtschaft und Sport.

The school is funded by public allocations from the city and state; all programs are free of charge, with Fachschule full-time students eligible for Aufstiegs-BAföG support. Its technology footprint is minimal — a WordPress-based public website, the Schulportal Hessen internal platform, YouTube for Flipped Classroom content, and an Instagram channel — with no proprietary platform or AI components. Practical training is delivered through on-campus facilities including a student-run Schreibwarenladen and Schulcafeteria, supplemented by mandatory internships certified by IHK Frankfurt am Main and Handwerkskammer Frankfurt-Rhein-Main.

Student intake flows through formal public-sector channels: ABZ der beruflichen Schulen Frankfurt for InteA, GJB (Gesellschaft für Jugendbeschäftigung) for career-path planning and QuABB dropout prevention, and the dual-system Kammern for apprentices. The school is led by Schulleiterin Corina Lucke with Verena Ebert as deputy, plus three Abteilungsleiterinnen overseeing the Fachschule/adult, KBM/SFK, and InteA/BzB portfolios respectively. It does not generate commercial revenue, hold any funding rounds, or operate outside a single Frankfurt-am-Main catchment.

Name

Wilhelm-Merton-Schule

Legal name

Wilhelm-Merton-Schule Frankfurt am Main

Website

https://wilhelm-merton-schule.de

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Wilhelm-Merton-Schule is a public vocational and adult education institution in Frankfurt am Main, owned by the city, offering six school forms including dual-system Berufsschule, Fachschule (Bachelor Professional), adult evening schools, and the InteA language integration program as the designated Frankfurt Schwerpunktschule.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Education and Training

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Apprenticeship Training (611513), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Technical Community Colleges (Applied/CTE-Focused) (EDAHADAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

College & Career Transition Services (Bridge Programs, Dual Enrollment Pathways) (EDAAABAK), Work-Based Learning Programs (Internships, Apprenticeships, Community-Based Instruction) (EDAKANAF), Internships, Externships & Work-Based Learning Placement (EDAMAKAB)

Keywords

• Vocational education
• Adult education
• Language integration
• Dual training programs
• Professional advancement

Headquarters

HQ city

Frankfurt am Main

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Public Funding: As a public school (Körperschaft des öffentlichen Rechts) in Frankfurt am Main, the school is funded by the city and state government. The primary revenue source is public educational funding rather than tuition.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Wilhelm-Merton-Schule is a publicly funded vocational and adult education institution operating six school forms under one campus in Frankfurt am Main. It delivers dual vocational training (Büromanagement and Sport- und Fitnesskaufleute), a Fachschule leading to the Bachelor Professional qualification, evening secondary schools for adults, vocational preparation tracks, and the InteA language integration program for migrants. Programs are free of charge and integrate theory with practical experience through internships, on-campus training facilities, and certified outcomes.

Product overview

Wilhelm-Merton-Schule is a public vocational school (Körperschaft des öffentlichen Rechts) located in Frankfurt am Main, offering a multi-level educational portfolio across six distinct school forms. The core offerings include dual-vocational training programs for Büromanagement (KBM) and Sport- und Fitnesskaufleute (SFK), professional development through the Fachschule für Betriebswirtschaft (Bachelor Professional) with four specializations, and adult education via Abendhauptschule and Abendrealschule. The school serves recently arrived migrants through its InteA language integration program and provides vocational preparation tracks (BzB) with specializations in Gastronomie, Wirtschaft, and Wirtschaft und Sport. Supporting these programs are practical training facilities including a school supplies shop and cafeteria. The institution emphasizes practical experience through mandatory internships, certifications (IHK, Handwerkskammer, KMK Fremdsprachenzertifikat), and cooperative programs including Erasmus+ international exchanges.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Kaufleute für Büromanagement (KBM) Dual vocational training program (Berufsschule) preparing apprentices for careers in office management, covering business travel organization, consultation sessions, procurement, and mail dispatch across all industries. Part of Germany's dual vocational education system, free of charge.
• Sport- und Fitnesskaufleute (SFK) Dual vocational training program focused on commercial management of fitness studios and sports operations, including member services, marketing planning, and administrative coordination. Targets the growing sports and fitness industry sector.
• Fachschule für Betriebswirtschaft (Bachelor Professional) Professional school for business administration leading to the Staatlich geprüfte/r Betriebswirt/in (Bachelor Professional) degree at NQR/EQR level 6. Available in full-time (4 semesters) or part-time (6 semesters) formats with specializations in Controlling, Finanzwirtschaft, Marketing, or Personalwirtschaft. Attendance is free; full-time students may qualify for Aufstiegs-BAföG support.
• Abendhauptschule Evening secondary school program for adults over 18 to obtain the Hauptschulabschluss (secondary school leaving certificate). Runs 2 semesters (one school year) with 22-26 hours per week between 9:45 and 18:30. Free of charge.
• Abendrealschule Evening intermediate school program for adults over 18 to obtain the Realschulabschluss. Runs 4 semesters (two school years) with 22-26 hours per week between 9:45 and 18:30, including additional German language support up to B2 level. Requires minimum 10 years of prior schooling, 6 months of work experience, and A2-level English. Free of charge.
• InteA (Integration durch Anschluss und Abschluss) Language integration program for recently arrived migrants aged 16-20, including unaccompanied minors (umA). Features 28 hours weekly instruction including 12-16 hours of German as Second Language, with the goal of achieving the German Language Diploma DSD I Pro at B1 level within 24 months. The school is the Schwerpunktschule (priority school) for InteA in the Frankfurt area; admission is coordinated through ABZ der beruflichen Schulen Frankfurt.
• Bildungsgänge zur Berufsvorbereitung (BzB) – Schwerpunkt Wirtschaft und Sport Vocational preparation program with focus on economics and sports for students under 18 without Hauptschulabschluss. Combines theory with practical training including a mandatory internship at sports clubs, fitness studios, or sporting goods retailers. Students completing the program earn an IHK Frankfurt certificate supporting entry into the Sports and Fitness Sales profession.
• Bildungsgänge zur Berufsvorbereitung (BzB) – Schwerpunkt Gastronomie Vocational preparation program with focus on gastronomy and nutrition. Students gain hands-on experience operating the school cafeteria under trained teacher supervision and may earn a Handwerkskammer Frankfurt-Rhein-Main certificate facilitating entry into the food trade as a sales specialist.
• Bildungsgänge zur Berufsvorbereitung (BzB) – Schwerpunkt Wirtschaft Vocational preparation program with focus on economics. Features a student-operated school supplies shop providing practical retail training experience, combined with German language support and a mandatory company internship.

Quantifiable outcome

• Students in InteA achieve German Language Diploma DSD I Pro at B1 level within up to 24 months

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GJB - Gesellschaft für Jugendbeschäftigung e.V.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGJB provides Berufswegeplanung (career path planning) for students in the vocational preparation programs (BzB), Abendhauptschule, and Abendrealschule. The two BWP advisors develop individual strategies for students' integration into the workforce, including career counseling, resume assistance, and internship/apprenticeship placement.
• GJB - Gesellschaft für Jugendbeschäftigung e.V. (QuABB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGJB implements QuABB (Qualified Training Support in Business and Vocational School) in Frankfurt since 2015, funded by the European Union and Hessian ministries. Provides free, voluntary, and confidential support for apprentices at risk of dropping out, addressing issues in the workplace, at vocational school, or personal problems.
• Evangelischer Verein für Kinder- und Jugendhilfe Rhein-Main e.V.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThis association provides social pedagogical support for students in BzB, InteA, and Abendhaupt- and Abendrealschule classes. Services include personal and academic counseling, assistance with applications and government agencies, crisis intervention, parent meetings, career orientation, and extracurricular activities.
• Handwerkskammer Frankfurt-Rhein-MainminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe Chamber of Crafts Frankfurt-Rhein-Main certifies the skills and content taught in the BzB Gastronomy specialization, providing students with a recognized certificate that facilitates entry into the profession as a sales specialist in the food trade.
• IHK Frankfurt am MainminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIHK Frankfurt am Main provides certification for the BzB Sports specialization, delivering an IHK certificate to students who complete the program and mandatory internship at sports clubs, fitness studios, or sports retail, facilitating their entry into the Sports and Fitness Sales profession.
• ABZ der beruflichen Schulen FrankfurtcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe Admissions and Counseling Center for Vocational Schools handles the exclusive admission process for InteA (language integration program). Students must register through ABZ before being admitted to the InteA program at Wilhelm-Merton-Schule.
• TG Bornheim 1860 e.V.minorOthersSports hall partnership - the school uses TG Bornheim's sports facilities for physical education classes as the school does not have its own gymnasium.
• IGS NordendminorOthersSports hall partnership - the school also uses IGS Nordend's sports facilities for physical education classes as an alternative to TG Bornheim.
• Umweltlernen e.V.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUmweltlernen e.V. supports the InteA1 class with garden project days, helping students plant flowers, sow tomatoes, and maintain perennials as part of environmental education and practical learning activities.
• Landessportbund HessenminorOthersThe school participates in competitions organized by the Landessportbund Hessen, including the Trikotwoche (Jersey Week) competition, promoting sports and team spirit among students.
• Deutsche Bank AGminorGTM or Marketing PartnerParticipated in the Tag der offenen Berufsschule (Open Vocational School Day) with a company stand, providing career information to prospective students.
• KfW (Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerParticipated in the Tag der offenen Berufsschule (Open Vocational School Day) with a company stand, providing career information to prospective students.
• Deutsche Post AG NL Betrieb FrankfurtminorGTM or Marketing PartnerParticipated in the Tag der offenen Berufsschule (Open Vocational School Day) with a company stand, providing career information to prospective students.
• Mainova AGminorGTM or Marketing PartnerParticipated in the Tag der offenen Berufsschule (Open Vocational School Day) with a company stand, providing career information to prospective students.
• IHK Frankfurt am Main (as event partner)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerParticipated in the Tag der offenen Berufsschule (Open Vocational School Day) with a company stand, providing career information and networking opportunities for students.
• Max-Planck-Institut für empirische ÄsthetikminorGTM or Marketing PartnerParticipated in the Tag der offenen Berufsschule (Open Vocational School Day) with a company stand, providing career information to prospective students.
• Linklaters LLPminorGTM or Marketing PartnerParticipated in the Tag der offenen Berufsschule (Open Vocational School Day) with a company stand, providing career information to prospective students.
• Stadt Frankfurt am MainminorGTM or Marketing PartnerParticipated in the Tag der offenen Berufsschule (Open Vocational School Day) with a stand representing the municipal employer, providing career information to prospective students.
• Erasmus+ ProgrammeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe school participates in Erasmus+ program, enabling students and teachers to undertake international exchanges and job shadowing experiences at partner schools in countries including Ireland, Italy (Bergamo), and Denmark (Copenhagen).
• Naxos Atelier / Deepend FFMminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe school collaborates with the Naxos Atelier for graffiti workshops for students, with color consulting provided by Deepend FFM. Funded in part by the school's support association (Förderverein).
• Bildungsinitiative Ferhat Unvar, Never Forget Adrian, Initiative Tuğçe AlbayrakminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organizations in the democracy and anti-discrimination workshop 'Demokratie stärken, solidarisch handeln' organized for the FV25 (Fachschule class), together with Dr. Harpreet Cholia and Frankfurt's Deputy Mayor Nargess Eskandari-Grünberg.
• Deutsche Bank Park (Bildungsarena)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStudents from BZ25c class visited the Bildungsarena at the Deutsche Bank Park stadium, including a stadium tour and access to the locker rooms, as part of a team-building and sports education experience.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• IBB Institut für Berufliche Bildung AG: Large German private provider of vocational retraining (Umschulung), continuing education, and adult secondary qualification preparation. Competes broadly with the Abendrealschule evening school segment.
• WBS TRAINING AG: One of Germany's largest private vocational training and re-skilling providers, delivering continuing education, retraining, and certification courses. A broad incumbent competing for the same adult learner market as WMS's Abendhaupt-/Abendrealschule.
• DEKRA Akademie GmbH: A leading German private training provider for vocational upskilling, retraining, and certifications. Operates at larger scale than WMS in vocational and adult education, overlapping particularly on BzB-style vocational preparation.
• TÜV Rheinland Akademie GmbH: A nationally operating vocational and continuing education provider tied to TÜV Rheinland. Relevant peer for WMS's certification-driven vocational preparation tracks.

Emerging players

• ILS Institut für Lernsysteme GmbH: One of Germany's largest correspondence/distance learning providers (Fernschule). Offers alternative flexible pathways to secondary school certificates — a substitute, not a direct competitor, for WMS's evening schools.

Direct peers

• Euroakademie Fachschulen: A network of German Fachschulen offering professional advancement qualifications (e.g., Betriebswirt, Erzieher). Directly comparable to WMS's Fachschule für Betriebswirtschaft (Bachelor Professional) offering.
• SRH Berufsbildung GmbH: Operates private vocational schools and Berufsbildungswerke across Germany, offering dual vocational education, Fachschule qualifications, and adult secondary pathways — directly comparable to WMS's dual Berufsschule and Fachschule programs.
• Eckert Schulen GmbH: A major German private provider of vocational, Fachschule, and adult secondary education, often funded through BAföG. Operates in comparable CTE/Fachschule categories as Wilhelm-Merton-Schule, competing for adult learners and apprentices.
• F+U International Academy GmbH: Private vocational and language school in Germany with apprenticeship and integration programs. Overlaps with WMS on language integration (InteA-like) and vocational preparation tracks.

Regional players

• Volkshochschule Frankfurt am Main: The municipally operated adult education center in Frankfurt — the closest local peer and competitor for WMS's Abendhauptschule, Abendrealschule, and integration programs in the same city.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles5 records

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