School Entrance Examination

The free examination is carried out by school physicians from the health department. The place of the examination varies from district to district. It often takes place in kindergarten, at school or perhaps at the health office. Plan about an hour for the school entrance examination.

The school entrance examination is carried out according to a uniform and standardized examination procedure. This includes:

• Sight and hearing test
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• Measure height and weight
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• Assessing painting and hand dexterity
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• Assess number and quantity comprehension
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• Playful exercises for language, mental, physical, and social development
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• Talking about your child's health development
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One parent should be present at the examination to clarify possible questions directly.

You should bring the following documents to the appointment:

• Preventive care booklet
• Vaccination record
• Specialist findings, if available
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• Parental questionnaire (please complete) and invitation
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The results of the examination will be discussed directly with you by the school doctor. You will receive advice on how to support your child for a good start to school. If the school doctor notices anything special that could cause problems for your child at the start of school, you will receive suggestions on how a thorough diagnosis can be made or on support measures. A small report will be prepared for the school. You will receive a copy of the letter

There are several reasons for making a separate appointment for an examination. Report to the school medical service of your health department if

• Your child needs special assistance to attend a regular school.
• You want your child to go to a special school.
• You want to defer your child from enrollment.
• You want your child to start school early.

The school doctor will make a recommendation after the examination, but ultimately you as parents decide. If you would like to enroll your child in school earlier or perhaps defer it for a year, you can submit a corresponding application. The responsible school administration will then decide on a deferral or early enrollment together with the school medical service.