For a child entering 5th grade in Lower Saxony, what are the key characteristics and grade levels of a Realschule versus an Oberschule? Additionally, what academic qualifications can students typically earn at each school type after completing 10th grade?
Navigate to the 'Allgemein bildende Schulen' section. Go to the 'Realschule' page and extract its characteristics and grade levels (5-10). Go to the 'Oberschule' page and extract its characteristics and grade levels (5-10). Navigate to the 'Abschlüsse im Sekundarbereich I' page. Identify and extract the qualifications obtainable after the 10th school year at Realschule and Oberschule.
State that a Realschule covers grades 5-10 and provides an extended general education focused on practical relevance and independent learning. State that an Oberschule covers grades 5-10, can have or lack a 'gymnasiales Angebot', and aims to provide a basic, extended, or in-depth general education, enabling students to continue their education professionally or academically. Confirm that both Realschule and Oberschule can lead to the 'Sekundarabschluss I – Realschulabschluss' and 'Erweiterter Sekundarabschluss I' after the 10th school year.