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School entrance examination

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Detailed description

The school medical service has the task of promoting the health of children and adolescents. The team of doctors, nurses and medical assistants is the point of contact for children, parents and teachers on all health-related issues relating to school.

The school medical service carries out school entry examinations, which are mandatory for all children, regardless of the last age-appropriate pediatric screening examination U9. This also applies to children who start school early or who are to be postponed from schooling.

In the year before starting school, school beginners and their parents are invited to a school entrance examination.

The child's health and level of development are assessed with a view to the upcoming schooling. The aim is to advise parents and, if necessary, initiate necessary treatments and support measures.

 

Information

Prerequisites

  • The minimum age for school enrollment is 5 years.
  • Intended enrollment in a primary school
  • Registration address in Hamburg

Documents required

  • Preventive booklet for children's examinations
  • Vaccination card
  • Specialist findings

Please note

The responsibility depends on the child's place of residence. The examination usually takes place in the school medical service.

Deadlines

There is no need to pay attention to the deadlines.


If you are unable to attend the examination, the responsible body must be notified immediately.

Procedure

The school entrance examination is carried out after prior invitation.

Processing time

The examination takes about one hour.

Fees

No.

Legal basis

§ 34 Paragraph 4 and 5 - Hamburg School Act (HmbSG)

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Last updated: 26.04.2025