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Orientierungsstufe

orientation stage (grades 5-6)

noun oh-ree-en-TEE-rungs-shtoo-feh Rare
People & Society Education

Usage Note

Orientierungsstufe is the two-year transitional phase (typically years 5–6) during which pupils' future school-type placement is decided. Some German states still have a separate Orientierungsstufe; others integrate it into the Gymnasium.

Examples

"In der Orientierungsstufe wird beobachtet, welcher Schulzweig für das Kind geeignet ist."

Natural Translation

During the orientation stage, it is assessed which type of school is appropriate for the child.

Literal Translation

In the orientation-stage it is observed which school-branch is suitable for the child.

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