Københavnskolen

Københavnskolen is an educational institution established in Copenhagen, Denmark. The school was founded in 1815 with the aim of providing education to students from all walks of life, rather than just the wealthy. It was the brainchild of a group of humanitarian and progressive thinkers, who believed in equal access to education for all.

Initially, the school offered free education to children from poor and working-class families. This was a radical idea at the time, as most schools were private institutions catering to the upper class. Københavnskolen's founders believed that education was a fundamental right, and that it should be available to everyone, regardless of social status or background.

Over the years, Københavnskolen evolved into a comprehensive educational system, offering a range of programs and courses. The school's focus shifted from solely providing free education to working-class children to offering a broader range of educational opportunities for both children and adults.

Today, Københavnskolen is no longer a stand-alone school, but rather a network of educational institutions and programs operating under various guises. While the original name has been phased out, its legacy lives on as part of the wider Danish education system. The school's contributions to education reform in Denmark remain significant, as it paved the way for equal access to education for all, regardless of social background.