Viktoriaschule, gymnasium in Aachen, Germany
The Viktoriaschule is a gymnasium in Aachen serving approximately 720 students and spanning decades of educational history. The building combines historic facades with modern additions and offers a wide range of languages including English, French, Latin, Spanish, and Hebrew.
The school was founded in 1870 as a girls' school and received the name Viktoriaschule in 1880. After 1815, when Aachen became part of Prussia, Protestants in this predominantly Catholic city gained the freedom to practice their religion, which led to the establishment of this educational institution.
The school took its name from Queen Victoria as a tribute to her significance. This choice reflects the connection between the city and British monarchy that held meaning for people at the time.
The school is located on Warmweiherstrasse in central Aachen and is easily accessible. Classes start at eight in the morning, with younger students finishing around two o'clock and older students staying until about five in the afternoon.
The school has hosted the Configurani circus group since 1989, where students learn juggling, unicycling, and other circus arts. The group has performed across Germany and Europe, including at Circus Roncalli and Expo 2000 in Hannover.
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