After-school care (Hort/OGS) registration

Overview

Use this when your child starts Grundschule and you need after-school care (Hort/OGS). Places are limited in many cities; register as early as the school confirms enrollment.

Timing to be aware of

Deadline applies

Reference only — your timing may differ. Confirm with the relevant office.

What you'll need

• School enrollment confirmation
• work schedule

Common questions

Questions people often look up at this stage. Answers are general — confirm with the relevant office or a qualified professional.

• How do I apply for Kindergeld and who is eligible?
• How much parental allowance will I get and how is it calculated?
• Can I homeschool my child in Germany?

Related events

• Krippe application
  High
  Deadline applies
• Ausbildungsvertrag signing and registration
  High
  When triggered
• School type selection (Gymnasium/Realschule/Hauptschule)
  Critical
  On transition
• Hochschule application (university)
  Critical
  Deadline applies
• Homeschooling notification
  Critical
  Regulatory deadline