Friedrichsgymnasium Kassel

The Friedrichsgymnasium is a Gymnasium in Kassel, Hesse, Germany. The course work is all inclusive with an emphasis on music and foreign languages.HistoryThe Friedrichsgymnasium was founded in 1779 as Lyceum Fridericianum by Landgrave Friedrich II. It is the oldest gymnasium in Kassel.Foreign languagesThe first foreign languages taught are Latin and English starting in 5th grade. In 9th grade French, Ancient Greek, Spanish, Hebrew,and Italian are offered.Notable alumni The Brothers Grimm - Fairy and Folk tale authors and collectors Wilhelm II - German Kaiser during World War I