Application for School Assistance
How to Apply: A Step-by-Step Guide
Apply for school support in Brandenburg
A school support specialist—also known as a school assistant or integration aide—can help your child learn successfully and enjoyably, and find their place in the classroom community. This applies regardless of whether your child has ADHD, autism, a learning disability, or another diagnosis.
School support is a service provided under the Integration Assistance program and is classified as a service promoting participation in education. It enables children and adolescents with relevant diagnoses to participate in school classes on an equal footing. The legal right to this support is enshrined in the Social Code.
At Splash, we want to encourage you to take this important step for your child and will be there to support you every step of the way. On this page, you’ll learn how to apply for a school assistant in Brandenburg, which agency is responsible, and how we can support you throughout the process.
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First Steps in School Assistance
Application for Educational Assistance – Explained Step by Step
On this page, you’ll learn how to apply for a school assistant in Brandenburg step by step, which agency is responsible, and how we can support you throughout the process.
Entitlement
Children with disabilities or at risk of disability have a legal right to certain benefits.
Jurisdiction
Youth Welfare Office (Section 35a of Book VIII of the Social Code) or Social Welfare Office (Section 99 of Book IX of the Social Code), depending on the diagnosis.
Costs
If the application is approved, the costs will be covered in full by the funding agency.
Support
Splash is with you every step of the way, from the application process through to the start of school support.
Who is eligible for school support services in Brandenburg?
Children and adolescents in Brandenburg who, due to a disability or an impending disability, require support to participate in school classes on an equal footing are entitled to school support as a service under the integration assistance program.
This entitlement applies regardless of the type of school—whether it is an elementary school, a special education school, or a secondary school.
School support is provided as a service to facilitate educational participation if the child needs assistance with learning, concentration, or coping with the daily routine of school. In some cases, it may also be approved as a service to facilitate social participation, for example, when the focus is on integration into the classroom community or participation in school activities.
Frequently Asked Questions About Applying for School Support (FAQ)
How long does it take to apply for a school assistant?
In Brandenburg, processing typically takes four to eight weeks after all documents have been submitted. Submitting a complete application early and starting the search for skilled workers in a timely manner will speed up the process. Splash Bildung is here to help you with this.
Can school support services also be requested for daycare?
Yes. Integration assistance can also be requested for children of preschool age if there is a corresponding need for support. As a rule, the Youth Welfare Office or Social Services Office is responsible for this as well.
Does my child need an official diagnosis to receive school support services?
Generally, a medical or psychological evaluation is required to document the need for support. We can help you gather the necessary documentation.
Who pays for school support services?
If your application is approved, the costs will be fully covered by the integration assistance provider—your family will not have to pay anything.
Can I choose the provider for school support services myself?
Yes, you have the right to choose. You can designate Splash Bildung as the provider of your choice—we will assist you in communicating with the office.
How are the number of hours and the duration of the authorization determined?
The number of hours and the duration of the authorization are determined during the support plan meeting based on your child’s individual needs—usually for one school year, with the option to extend.
What happens at the start of the new school year or if the school aide is sick?
At the start of the new school year, we ensure continuity and assist with renewal applications. If a school support staff member is ill, we reliably arrange for a substitute.
Every child is unique—and we tailor our support to meet each child’s individual needs. Our experienced professionals take the time to answer your questions and work with you and the school to develop solutions that are right for your child.
Would you like to learn more, schedule an initial consultation, or do you have specific questions about school assistance? Please feel free to contact us—we’re here to help. Together, we’ll create the best conditions for your child’s development and participation.
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