School and learning
The school system in Basel-Stadt at a glance
Compulsory school lasts eleven years: two years of kindergarten, six years of primary school and three years of secondary school. Select your child's current stage.
Select school level2 years kindergarten + 6 years primary + 3 years secondary
The route depends on age and community of residence
Teachers, school social work and SPD help with various questions
Where is your child?
Kindergarten
2 yearsStarting compulsory school and preparing for primary school.
Open appropriate page →mostly 6–12Primary school
6 yearsBasic learning; A site meeting takes place annually.
Open appropriate page →usually 12–15Secondary school
3 yearsLessons in performance levels A, E or P and preparation for the next path.
Open appropriate page →from around 15Teaching or school
Secondary level IIVocational training, middle school or – if there is no solution yet – a bridging offer.
Open appropriate page →You can do that now
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Select the current level above.
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Open the appropriate situation linked there.
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Ask the teacher if you don't know what decision to make next.
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Elementary schools Basel-Stadt
Registration, allocation and questions about primary school
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