Hanau’s Anne Frank School unveils €9.2M eco-friendly renovation with modern classrooms
The Anne Frank School in Hanau has officially opened the first two phases of its major renovation. The updated campus now offers modern learning spaces, sustainable energy systems, and improved accessibility. City officials and educators gathered to mark the completion of the €9.2 million project.
The renovations transformed the school into a four-stream primary with expanded after-school care. A new 1,560-square-metre building houses a cafeteria, care rooms, a student library, and specialized classrooms. The adjacent main building also received upgrades, including eight modernized classrooms, a restructured administrative area, and a revamped main entrance.
Sustainability played a central role in the redesign. The new building connects to Hanau’s municipal utility for climate-neutral energy and features photovoltaic systems alongside energy-saving technology. Barrier-free access was also integrated throughout the site.
The final phase, scheduled for 2027, will focus on redesigning the schoolyard at an estimated cost of €1.3 million. Mayor Dr. Maximilian Bieri highlighted the project’s significance for Hanau’s educational future, noting that around €1.06 million of the €9.2 million investment came from public funding.
The completed phases now provide students with contemporary facilities and eco-friendly infrastructure. The school’s blend of modern architecture, sustainability, and expanded capacity reflects Hanau’s long-term vision for education. Further improvements will continue with the schoolyard redesign in the coming years.
