Overview

• The teachers' union GEW now estimates at least €6 billion is needed for Hesse’s school buildings, calling the figure a cautious calculation based on statistical data and its own research.
• GEW criticizes the absence of precise official condition data for schools in the state and urges the government to conduct a comprehensive survey.
• To finance urgent work, GEW proposes that state development bank WIBank provide at least €3 billion in credit for renovations and new builds with interest and principal covered by the state.
• The union points to wide disparities in school construction spending across Hesse and reports deteriorating facilities and space shortages, particularly in many northern municipalities.
• Frankfurt cites a separate backlog of about €2.5 billion and more than 100 school sites needing renewal, and the city has launched a major school construction offensive including refurbishments and new buildings.