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In autumn 2017, the new Kotzebue building of Gustav Adolf Grammar School was opened at 9 Vana-Kalamaja, a short walk away from the historic main building in the Old Town of Tallinn.
The new building is used by the youngest students (forms 1 to 6). Kotzebue building is the most modern and innovative school house in Estonia with its schoolyard, two rooftop terraces, and a creative space, offering opportunities for various activities during and after school.
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It caters for students who need activity and movement during breaks as well as students who are looking for some peace and quiet on their own or with a group of friends. The new school house was built on the principle that studying is not only confined to a classroom – the rooms are designed to encourage activity, meaningful activities during breaks and to provide light, openness and transparency.
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The new school house was built for students to move around it in a meaningful way. The building has a health trail, which enables students and teachers alike to stretch their bodies. In addition, the second floor has a climbing area, which is very popular among students. The classrooms were built so that teachers and students would have plenty of storage space, with student having a small locker for storing personal items. In the middle of the school day, children have an hour-long break, meant for having lunch and exercising in fresh air. The school yard has a modern climbing area and a basketball court, which students can use during the long outdoor break. The long outdoor break takes place throughout the school-year reagrdless of weather conditions and is something that students really look forward to.
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