School Entrance Examination
The Bremen School Act obliges students to take part in a school medical examination when they start school.
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Basic information
When your child becomes of school age, he or she must take part in a school medical examination (school entry examination) before starting school. This examination is mandatory for all children. Its purpose is to determine the child's readiness for school, to advise parents regarding school enrollment, and to pass on any school-relevant support needs to the school.
The staff of the school medical service of the health office do not decide whether the child is enrolled in school or is deferred from school attendance.
A school entrance examination is also carried out in the case of early enrollment before the start of compulsory schooling.
Requirements
- Your child is of compulsory school age.
- Your child is to be enrolled in school early.
- Registration address in Bremen.
- Children with disabilities can take part in the examination one year earlier upon request.
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Procedure
- Parents receive a written invitation to the school entrance examination.
- The examination takes place regionally in the city districts.
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Necessary Documents
- Doctor's or hospital reports
- If available.
- Doctor's or hospital reports
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Competent Department
Contact Person
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Herr Simon Walz
Referatsleiter
Kinder- und Jugendgesundheitsdienst
Gesundheitsamt
Horner Straße 60-70
28203 Bremen -
Herr Günther Wiesenberg
Abschnittsleiter Gesundheitsfachkräfte
Kinder- und Jugendgesundheitsdienst
Gesundheitsamt
Horner Straße 60-70
28203 Bremen
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Fees / Costs
gebührenfrei
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Deadlines & processing time
What deadlines must be paid attention to?
The school medical examinations usually take place between October and June.
How long does it take to process
The examination usually takes about 45 - 60 minutes in total.
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Legal Bases
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More Information
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The official information in German is complete and correct. 18.07.2025