Promoting High-Quality, Inclusive Education Through Technology at Charles-Hallgarten-Schule

At Charles-Hallgarten-Schule in Frankfurt, innovation and inclusion go hand in hand. As part of the school’s ongoing commitment to high-quality education for every learner, a new initiative has been launched to further embed technology into the classroom: the introduction of 20 new iPads for daily teaching and learning use.

This investment is more than just a technological upgrade — it represents a broader shift towards more engaging, accessible, and inclusive education. The school, which also functions as a regional counselling and support centre for the east of Frankfurt, is dedicated to ensuring that all learners have the tools and opportunities they need to thrive, regardless of background or ability.

With the arrival of the iPads, teachers at Charles-Hallgarten-Schule are now able to integrate interactive learning platforms, personalised educational tools, and adaptive content into their lesson plans. This enables students to work at their own pace, build confidence, and develop critical digital literacy skills that will serve them far beyond the classroom.

“This initiative is a significant step forward in our mission to ensure equal opportunities for every learner,” said Sabine Krämer, Principal of Charles-Hallgarten-Schule and Head of the Regional Counselling and Support Centre East. “We are excited to see how these new resources will enrich the educational experience for our students and empower our teachers with new ways to support individual learning needs.”

By using educational apps, collaborative platforms, and assistive tools, the new devices are helping to create a more dynamic and differentiated approach to teaching — one that reflects the diverse needs of the school’s student population.

This development aligns closely with the broader goals of the Atollo project, which seeks to promote inclusive education through innovative practices and targeted support for learners with special educational needs. It is yet another example of how technology, when thoughtfully implemented, can play a transformative role in promoting equity, inclusion, and opportunity in European classrooms.

Charles-Hallgarten-Schule’s commitment to inclusion, combined with practical investment in digital tools, offers a strong example of how schools can lead by example in modernising education systems and reducing barriers to learning.

As part of the Atollo community, we look forward to sharing more success stories from across Europe — where innovation in education is not just about devices, but about ensuring that every learner has the chance to succeed.