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General information
What is the GaFöG?
The All-Day Support Act (GaFöG) is a federal law that sets out the legal entitlement to all-day support for primary school children. It will apply from the 2026/2027 school year for all children who start first grade at that time.
What is the aim of the GaFöG?
The aim is to reconcile family and career. Primary school children should receive all-day care and support. This should give everyone the same opportunities.
Which children are entitled to all-day support?
From the start of the 2026/2027 school year, all pupils in the first grade will initially be entitled to 8 hours of support per day. This entitlement will be extended by one grade level in subsequent years.
Where does the all-day support take place?
For primary school children, all-day support generally takes place on school days at the all-day elementary school responsible for you. During the vacation periods, various offers take place throughout the city. The city of Salzgitter is responsible for the organization. Further information will follow.
Who provides all-day support?
All-day support in elementary school is provided by teachers, educational staff and other trained persons.
What is the deadline for registration?
You will usually be informed about the registration procedure for all-day schooling by your primary school/all-day school.
How many hours does all-day support cover?
In principle, all-day support comprises 8 hours a day on weekdays (Monday to Friday). Lessons are part of the all-day support.
How are siblings taken into account?
In principle, all children should be considered for all-day support. There is a legal entitlement in the 2026/2027 school year, initially for first-graders. Pupils in years 2 - 4 are generally included in the all-day concepts of the schools.
All-day school
Where do I register my child for all-day school support?
Registration takes place at the school responsible for you.
Is lunch provided during all-day school support and how much does it cost?
Yes, all all-day schools offer a healthy lunch. Participation is regulated by the school's all-day concept and can be obtained from the elementary school responsible for you. The costs vary depending on the type and extent of the lunch.
Is participation voluntary?
Participation in all-day support is voluntary. If you decide to register for all-day support, participation is compulsory.
Is the registration for all-day school support valid for the entire school year?
In principle, your registration for all-day school support is valid for the entire school year. Deviations are regulated by the school concept of your responsible school.
Can I apply for all-day support during school hours?
In principle, all-day support is applied for before the respective school semester. In individual cases, please contact your local all-day elementary school.
Do I have to pay for all-day school support?
You don't have to pay anything for it. The costs for all-day school support are covered by the federal government, the federal states and the local authorities.
Will the after-school programs remain in place?
The principle of continuation applies to all existing after-school care services in the city of Salzgitter, at least until all four grades at elementary school have been provided with an all-day offer in accordance with the new All-Day Support Act (GaFöG) at the individual school locations. This is expected to take place in the 2029/2030 school year.
Do the reliable elementary school offer lunch and support in the afternoon for those starting to learn?
To ensure the legal entitlement in SJ 2026/2027, a healthy lunch will be provided for all children in Year 1 and offered by a cooperation partner in the afternoon.
Is it possible for my child to receive targeted support in certain subjects during afternoon care?
The organization of the full day is the responsibility of the school. Please discuss your concerns with the school responsible for you.
How is school transportation regulated?
At the start of school, after the end of regular lessons and after the end of afternoon care or all-day schooling, transportation is provided in accordance with the statutes on school transportation in the city of Salzgitter.
What services are offered in all-day school support and how large are the groups?
The activities are based on the school concept and take into account the individual interests of the school community. The size of the groups is usually 20 children.
Can external providers or clubs offer all-day school activities?
Yes, extracurricular partners, youth welfare organizations, cultural and sports associations can organize offers as part of the all-day school program in coordination with the school management. If you are interested, please contact the elementary school in question.
Vacation care
Is this care/support also offered during the vacations?
Yes, all-day care/support is also offered during the school vacations. The city of Salzgitter is responsible for the organization.
Do I have to register my child separately for the vacations?
Yes, registration for vacation care is separate.
Where do I register my child for vacation care?
Vacation care is organized and managed by the City of Salzgitter's Children, Youth and Family Department. Registration should take place via a booking portal.
Can children who are not otherwise part of the all-day program also take part?
Yes, children who do not take part in the all-day school program can also take advantage of vacation care. The town of Salzgitter offers vacation activities for children in years 2 - 4. You can also take a look here: https://www.unser-ferienprogramm.de/salzgitter/index.php (opens in a new tab)
Does my child have to stay in vacation care all day?
In principle, you should register your child for the whole day.
Do I have to pay for vacation childcare?
Fees may be charged for vacation childcare services.
Can external providers or clubs offer vacation childcare?
Yes, in accordance with § 75 SGB VIII, recognized youth welfare organizations and sports clubs that have indirect recognition can provide offers during the vacations in coordination with the public youth welfare organization. If you are interested, please contact gafoegstadt.salzgitterde
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38226 Salzgitter