Gymnasium Kirchenfeld, Educational institution in Kirchenfeld, Switzerland.
Description
Gymnasium Kirchenfeld is a secondary school in Bern housed in a neoclassical building constructed between 1923 and 1926. The structure features large windows and symmetrical architectural elements that give the school campus a clear, ordered appearance.
History
The school traces its origins to the Hohe Schule founded in 1528 and was formally established as a gymnasium in 1834 before undergoing several relocations. The move to its current Kirchenfeld location in 1926 marked a fresh chapter with a modern school building and expanded facilities.
Culture
The school auditorium displays five large murals from 1927 depicting notable Bernese figures, created by Swiss artist Cuno Amiet. These artworks give the gathering space a distinctive character and reflect the cultural importance the institution held.
Practical
The campus is open during school days from 7 AM to 6:15 PM, with a cafeteria and shared spaces for students. Anyone wishing to visit the building should understand it remains an active learning environment and access should be arranged in advance.
Did you know?
The school operates three distinct departments - Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Humanities, and Economics and Law - each allowing different learning paths. Every department has its own faculty team and specialized spaces, covering a wide range of interests and career directions.
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