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Apply for early enrolment

  • Service description

    Children generally start school if they celebrate their 6th birthday in the period from 1 July of the previous year to 30 June of the year they start school. If parents wish, their children who turn 5 by 30 June of the following school year can also be enrolled. In both cases, enrolment at the school is necessary.

    Tip:The educational staff at the nursery and the head teacher at the primary school can advise you on the most suitable time for your child to start school.

  • Procedure

    Enrol your child at the primary school and apply to the school management for early enrolment.

    • Like all other children, your child will take part in the school medical examination. Your child's current level of development will also be assessed.
    • The school management will then invite you and your child to an interview.
    • The final decision as to whether your child can actually start school early is made by the school management.
    • Your child will be required to attend school upon admission.

    Please note: You must register your child at primary school and apply for early enrolment together as parents if you have joint custody. If one of the partners is unable to attend, a power of attorney and a copy of the absent parent's ID must be presented.

  • Who should I contact?

    Please contact the primary school in whose district you live.

  • Prerequisites

    • Your child has reached the age of 5 by 30 June of the following school year
    • Your child has the mental and physical development required for school attendance
  • Which documents are required?

    • informal, written application
    • Presentation of the birth certificate
    • If necessary, further documents such as a medical certificate from the district office or the city administration
  • What fees are incurred?

    none

  • What deadlines do I have to observe?

    Application: by 15 March of the desired school enrolment year at the latest

  • Legal basis

  • Short text

    If parents so wish, their children who have reached the age of 5 by 30 June can apply for early enrolment in the following school year. These children must have the physical and mental requirements necessary for school attendance and be sufficiently developed in their social behaviour. These children are required to attend school upon enrolment.

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