Ganztagsschule Veermoor

Established in 1961, the Ganztagsschule Veermoor has witnessed a fascinating evolution. The cornerstone of the Volksschule Veermoor, as it was initially known, was laid in 1961. The first phase of construction, completed in 1962, marked the beginning of its educational journey. Ganztagsschule Veermoor expanded further in 1964 with the addition of administrative offices, a music room, and an assembly hall. Pavilions and a gymnasium, designed by Paul Seitz, followed in 1970. Inside the cross-shaped building of Ganztagsschule Veermoor, three murals by Erich Hartmann adorn the stairwell. Commissioned in 1962 under the “Art in Construction” program, these artworks depict “Activities of the Farmer in Three Different Seasons.” The individual pieces are titled “Sowing,” “Mowing Grain,” and “Picking Fruit.” Ganztagsschule Veermoor operated as an independent secondary school until 2010. It was then known as the Offene Ganztagsschule Veermoor. Following its closure, the building became part of the Stadtteilschule Lurup. With the completion of new constructions at Flurstrasse for Stadtteilschule Lurup, the Veermoor location ceased to be used for educational purposes. In autumn 2022, it provided shelter to 100 refugees. Another institution linked to the Veermoor location is the Kinderstube Veermoor. This daycare center operates under the Kinderstube Veermoor e.V., a privately organized association run by parents. Decisions concerning the kindergarten’s operations are made by a parent-elected board. This board, in collaboration with the pedagogical staff, strives to integrate parental perspectives into the daily activities at Kinderstube Veermoor.