Consider how Herlev Gymnasium began as Herlev Statsskole in 1974. It was an experimental gymnasium. Later in 1986, it became Herlev Gymnasium when the county took over.
Herlev Gymnasium & HF stands in Herlev. This Copenhagen suburb is a great place for a school. The gymnasium offers both general upper secondary education which is STX and higher preparatory examination courses, which is HF.
Let’s talk about the leaders of Herlev Gymnasium. Kirsten Kristoffersen was the principal from 1974 to 1988. Mette Mortensen followed her until 2010. Jan Vistisen took over. He stayed until 2023. Mads Strarup was briefly in charge. Now, Mads Glendorf is the current principal since 2023.
Herlev Gymnasium provides many study programs. There are eight different STX programs. One program focuses on Maths A, Physics B, and Chemistry B. Another combines Maths A, Sports B, Biology B, and Physics B. Bioteknology A, Maths A and Physics B are also offered. There is also a combination of Biology A and Chemistry B. Other options include Social Studies A and English A. Also Social Studies A and Maths A. Music A and English A is also an option. The final STX program is English A, Spanish A, and Latin C.
Herlev Gymnasium also has five HF programs. One includes Social Studies B and Psychology C. Another combines Social Studies B and Religion B. Maths B and Business Economics C are also an option. Also, there is Sports B and Psychology C. The last HF program is Media Studies B and IT C.
Many famous people went to Herlev Gymnasium. Søren Jacobsen a TV meteorologist graduated in 1980. Ask Rostrup a TV journalist finished in 1984. Ditte Hansen, a actress also went here. Dennis Ritter a TV journalist completed his studies in 1991. Thomas Gyldal Petersen the mayor of Herlev graduated in 1994. Niclas “Nik” Petersen a pop singer from Nik and Jay finished in 1999. Hjalte Nørregaard a football player graduated in 2001.
Herlev Gymnasium focuses on community. They value academic skills. The gymnasium aims to create a good environment for students. They want students to grow personally and academically. Herlev Gymnasium is being renewed. The school is improving its programs. They are also strengthening their communities. The goal is to give students the best conditions. This helps them succeed in STX or HF.
The teachers are dedicated. They meet students at their level. They help each student based on their needs. Herlev Gymnasium is proud of its diversity. Everyone is welcome. Students can influence the school. A strong student culture makes the gymnasium experience better. Students can join the student council. They can participate in the party committee. They can be SoMe ambassadors. They can play on the football team. They can start their own club. Being part of Herlev Gymnasium means being part of a community.
Herlev Gymnasium works with the outside world. This includes sports clubs and businesses. Also, they cooperate with universities and other gymnasiums. These partnerships make learning relevant. They also make it exciting and memorable. There are about 200 students in each year. There are about 55 employees.
Mads Glendorf says that Herlev Gymnasium & HF cultivates proximity, community and professionalism. It is a small gymnasium. But it offers great opportunities for academic and personal development.