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Starting School

Everything parents need before their child starts primary school in Germany.

Starting School
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Primary School Guide by Federal State

What parents need to know about primary school in Germany, with state-by-state detail and the five checks that matter before you choose a school.

Before Grade 1 School Choice, School System English
Starting School
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15 Questions Before Choosing a Primary School

Fifteen questions to ask on a school visit, so you compare schools on the things that actually matter.

Before Grade 1 School Choice, School System English
Starting School
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School Readiness Checklist

The skills and habits that help a child start school well in Germany, and how to practise them at home.

Before Grade 1 School Choice, German Language, Learning Support English
Starting School
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Ready for Grade 1? Activity Pack

A printable activity pack that builds the German words and early skills children meet in their first school year.

Before Grade 1, Grades 1–2 German Language, Learning Support German, English