Orientation for families in Basel-Stadt
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New in Basel: How to register your child for school
The correct registration method depends on the age of your child and the municipality in which you live. First choose the appropriate situation - then you will only see the steps that apply to you.
Open page →School and learningPrepare well for a conversation with the school
You are allowed to receive information, ask questions and contribute your perspective. Prepare a few specific points and at the end note who will do what and by when.
Open page →Transition, career and trainingNo apprenticeship or school yet: You can do that now
Don't wait until after the summer holidays. Gap and the triage point support young people without a suitable follow-up solution, after dropping out of their apprenticeship or after a long period of time without training.
Open page →Money and applicationsApply for a premium reduction: This is how you proceed
The premium reduction reduces the health insurance bill. One application applies to the entire household. Complete processing takes around two months - if the invoice is currently unpayable, additional direct contact is required.
Open page →Protection and well-beingMy child is being bullied: Here's what to do now
Listen calmly and take your child seriously. Then decide whether there is immediate danger or whether the school and school social work should begin a protection and clarification process.
Open page →Money and applicationsScholarships: Support for training
A scholarship does not have to be repaid. A loan must be repaid later. Start with the official online clarification - it shows whether Basel-Stadt can be responsible.
Open page →Five clear entrances
Each area brings together concrete situations and appropriate next steps.
New in Basel
Register for school and find the first important paths for your child.
Open area →School and learning
Understand the school system, prepare for discussions and get support.
Open area →Transition, career and training
Clarify the next educational path and act if there is no follow-up solution.
Open area →Money and applications
Understand financial aid and fully prepare applications.
Open area →Protection and well-being
Find the right way to help in the event of bullying, stress or immediate danger.
Open area →Understandable – without leaving out important information.
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