Education

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Innovative schools concept
Groningen has the Netherlands' first 'Vensterschools' for children aged up to fifteen years. This is a school concept offering extended school hours, childcare facilities and considerable parent involvement. The schools also serve as neighbourhood centres and advice agencies, and have proved very successful with children, parents and local residents alike.

48,500 students
Groningen's main higher educational institutes - the Hanzehogeschool and the University of Groningen - have a total of 48,500 students, who are able to enjoy an unrivalled range of opportunities. There are over 275 different courses on offer. The Hanzehogeschool aims to develop independent, creative and critical minds, with the 'new media' playing an important part in its curriculum. The Hanzehogeschool includes a music conservatorium and the Minerva Academy of Art.

See also www.cityoftalent.nl