Oft gestellte Fragen - FAQs in Englisch
What is the Sommerschule Wust?
The Summer School Wust for English Language, Literature, Theater, and Music makes possible international encounters
and imparts foreign cultures to Germans and German culture to foreigners. Since 1997 the school has been run by a
non-profit organization of volunteer friends and supporters.
What are our most important goals?
The Summer School cultivates and promotes German culture and history. Its activities take place both locally and in
the surrounding area.
It works together with German and foreign educational and cultural organizations.
It offers courses for Germans and foreigners.
It runs courses in English language, literature, theater, and music.
It promotes the education and training of gifted young people and continuing education for adults.
It cultivates Theodor Fontane's literary legacy and supports young authors, musicians, and those working in the
visual arts.
How long has the Summer School been in existence?
The Summer School for English Language, Literature, Theater, and Music was founded informally and spontaneously in
1990-91 by a small circle of friends working together with the community and the church community of Wust.
Its purpose was to promote the education and continuing education of young people in various fields through contact
with British and American teachers and to provide cultural rejuvenation for this rural area.
When and where does the Summer School take place?
The Summer School with its four categories of language instruction, literature, theater, and
music is held in two two-week sessions during the school vacation of Saxony-Anhalt.
The courses of the Summer School are held in the building of the elementary school, a former manor house from the
eighteenth century, which is made available without charge.
Together with the Romanesque brick church and the large park, it forms a harmonious and nearly complete historic ensemble.
The location was described by Theodor Fontane, who had visited it in 1867.
Summer School events take place in the church, the park, a barracks theater, a gymnasium “tone hall,” and a granary
used for exhibits.
Who is eligible to come?
Pupils as young as ten and adults of every age attend the Summer School. Families with young children are welcome.
Previous experience with English as a foreign language is not mandatory.
Language instruction
Beginners (pupils beginning at the age of 10 and adults), advanced learners, and also professionals.
Our Teachers’ Training course is a recognized continuing education program.
Theater workshop
The theater workshop is appropriate for theater enthusiasts, either with or without experience on stage, for theater
students, and for trained actors who would like to perfect their English. 4-week attendance is mandatory.
Music courses
The music courses are open to musicians who hope to study music professionally (piano, cello, flute, and other
instruments). Participants should be willing to take part in a public concert at the end of the session.
Where do the participants live?
The participants and docents of the Summer School live either with families in the village or in their own tents on
the beautiful and beloved athletic field, which is suitable for soccer games and other sports events. Parties take
place at the tent area, as well as grilling evenings at the campfire and discos, all of which promote the sense of
community and coherence among the campers.
What would an average day be like for a participant?
The participants have breakfast in the morning with their host families. The campers take care of themselves or have
breakfast in the dining room of the school.
Monday through Friday at 8:45, there is a short meeting of all docents and participants at the school. Participants are
given important information and tips about events of the day.
For three hours beginning at 9:00, regular classes in English as a foreign language are held. Participants are divided
on the first day of each session into groups according to both previous knowledge and age: Club Classes (10 years-old
and above with limited previous knowledge), Intermediate Groups (participants with previous knowledge, including adults),
and Advanced Groups (participants with advanced knowledge of English).
The noon meal is available in the dining room of the school from Monday to Friday at approximately 12:00.
In the afternoon, various workshops and cultural activities are offered by the docents (such as American or British
history, choir, theater or concert rehearsals, dance, Business English, art, and so forth). Participants can choose
among these according to their own interests.
Lectures, readings, seminars, concerts, and other public events are on the program in the evenings.
Are there special highlights?
Former participants describe the public, bilingual theater production at the end of the second session as the
climax of the Summer School. For those who take part in the performance, attendance for all four weeks is required.
Where is Wust?
Wust is located on the highway B188 between Tangermünde and Rathenow. It is often confused with a town of the same
name near Brandenburg. The closest railroad stations are in Tangermünde (12 km), Genthin (19 km), Rathenow (18 km),
and Stendal (21 km).
How can I apply?
One can apply beginning in May of each year by contacting:
Sommerschule Wust
Am Park 2a
39524 Wust bei Schönhausen
Tel.: 0049 (0)39323 - 75656
Fax: 0049 (0)39323 - 75657
E-Mail: buero@sommerschule-wust.eu
Where can I get additional information about the Summer School?
Up-to-date information is available at our website www.sommerschule-wust.de Application forms can be downloaded
from the internet. Our newsletter can be ordered free-of-charge at the website. Interested readers can find
additional information about the previous year in our Pressespiegel.
What is the fee for participation in one session?
One should inquire about current fees at the address given above. They are also published in our internet websites.
>>> Thanks to Cora Lee Kluge for translating the FAQs into English. <<<
Wust, in January 2010
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