Wilhelm Busch Gymnasium was founded by German humorist and painter Heinrich Christian Wilhelm Busch in the late 19th century. The school has a varied class schedule, with some days consisting of 8 periods lasting 45 minutes each and other days with 6 periods, and closing times between 1:30pm and 3:30pm. Teaching methods emphasize audio/visual and hands-on learning, including student-produced films and music classes focused on keyboard instruments. The school has well-equipped chemistry and biology labs, as well as indoor and outdoor sports facilities for activities like football. Students share a mensa or cafeteria with a neighboring school that offers a variety of daily meal options.