Arrange a school enrolment examination
Service description
Before your child is allowed to start school, they must undergo a medical examination by a public health officer.
During a school entry examination, tests are carried out on language, motor skills (movement) and knowledge in order to assess your child's level of development.The doctor will examine your child physically and carry out a hearing and eye test. The school medical examination is required by law.
Procedure
- The school enrolment examination takes place one year before the start of school.
- You will be notified of the date of the examination.
- The medical examination will be carried out in your presence.
- This is followed by a consultation with the doctor.
Who should I contact?
Special information for - Salzlandkreis districtSalzland district
Department 34 - Health
Paediatric and youth medical service
Email: KJAeD@kreis-slk.de
Prerequisites
- Minimum age 5 years
- The examination takes place 1 year before the child starts school.
- Your child must be enrolled in primary school
Which documents are required?
For the examination you will need
- Examination booklet (yellow booklet)
- Vaccination card
- Completed parental questionnaire (will be sent to you with the appointment proposal)
- if available: Glasses, hearing aids
What fees are incurred?
none
Processing time
To avoid waiting times, an appointment will be made for the examination. If you are unable to keep the appointment, please let us know in good time. A new appointment will then be arranged.
The examination takes about 1 hour.
Time limit: 1 hour
Legal basis
Short text
The school entry examination is carried out by the paediatric and youth medical service in the presence of the parents. It serves to determine the child's state of health and development. The aim is to find out whether the necessary prerequisites for starting school are present. These include your child's physical, mental, psychological, social and emotional abilities. If any impairments are identified during the school enrolment examination, individual support measures can be recommended and introduced in good time.