The choice of elementary school
The school questionnaire gives parents an orientation
When the last year of kindergarten begins, parents and children also have to decide on an elementary school. Which elementary school should our child go to? What to look out for when choosing a suitable elementary school? Here you will find a list of criteria that can make the decision easier for you.
What should I bear in mind when choosing an elementary school?
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Distance to school
How important is it that the school is close to home? Can the child walk to school? When does the child have to leave the house in the morning and when will they be back?
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Type of school
Which type of school is best for our child?
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Pedagogical concept
What pedagogical concept does the elementary school have? Does the concept suit our child?
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Security
Is the way to school safe? Can the child manage the journey to school alone?
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Denomination
Is it important to us that the school belongs to a particular denomination?
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Size of the school
How many classes are there in total? How many pupils are taught per class? How many teachers teach the children?
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The first impression
How does the school present itself? What impression does the website make? What impression do the information evening and open day give? What impression does the school building make? Are the buildings, school grounds and classrooms well maintained?
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Supervision times
Does our child come home at lunchtime or should it go to an all-day school? How important are reliable childcare times to us?
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All-day care
Who looks after the children? What rooms and play facilities are available to the children? Can the children play outside?
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Homework
How is the homework supervision organized?
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Promotional offers
What support is available at elementary school for strong/weaker pupils?
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Extracurricular activities and priorities
What extra-curricular activities does the elementary school offer? Sports, music, art, languages, ....?
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Friends and girlfriends
Which elementary school do the friends go to? What role does this play for our child?
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Chance of a place
What are the chances of getting a place at the desired elementary school?
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Parental contributions
What costs are incurred for care, catering and other services?
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